
Today we shine our Author Spotlight on Artemis Craig, a creative voice whose storytelling blends poetry, culture, and imagination.
Born in rural Birmingham, Alabama, Artemis Craig grew up surrounded by strong influences from both creativity and education. Her father was a steelworker and her mother an educator, a combination that helped shape her grounded perspective and deep appreciation for storytelling.
Artemis pursued her passion for writing and storytelling at the University of Southern California, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film Writing for Cinema and Television. Her background in film writing adds a cinematic quality to her work, allowing readers to experience vivid imagery and powerful emotional depth in her poetry and storytelling.
Beyond the page, Artemis is an active voice in the literary arts community. She is a member of the Gifts of a Wordsmith group and regularly performs her work at the Carver Theater’s “On Stage” showcase, where audiences connect with her expressive and heartfelt performances.
As a mother, Artemis finds inspiration in her son, Roderic, whose presence continues to motivate her creative journey.
Currently, Artemis is working on two exciting literary projects. Her upcoming poetry collection, Southern Fried Comfort Food: Recipes to Encourage the Soul, promises to nourish readers with words that inspire reflection, healing, and encouragement. She is also completing her debut novel, A Little Taste of Death, a sci-fi murder mystery that blends suspense, imagination, and compelling storytelling.
Dividing her time between Birmingham, Alabama, and Newport News, Virginia, Artemis Craig continues to share stories that uplift, intrigue, and inspire readers everywhere.