Deep Laureate Finalist, Spring 2017: L’Ashareuh Lark

Greetings, L’Ashareuh here. But, please, refer to me as Takashime, as labeled on some of my writings. I’ve been writing ever since I could read, an…

Deep Laureate Finalist, Fall 2016: Michaela McCurdy

My name is Michaela. I love mystery books, unicorns, and Deep. I’m very crazy and talented. I hope you have fun reading my work. Read Michaela's…

Deep Laureate Finalist, Fall 2016: Queen Williams

I respect, care, and support all around me. I am only seen, not heard. I am very different from all. I don’t show off new shoes, clothes, or phones…

Deep Laureate Finalist, Spring 2016: Skyla Clark

My name is Skyla Clark. I’m a girl, not a boy. Born in October, my zodiac sign is a Scorpio, and my personality is mostly about it because I’m prou…

Deep Laureate Finalist, Spring 2016: Na’Shante Shakia Cooper

I started writing when I was seven. I love to write songs and books. I love to draw things that you don’t see, like unicorns and fairies. I pretend…

Deep Laureate Finalist, Spring 2016: Madeline Spawn

I’m that kid who always raises her hand and shares the answer so no one else has to. My life is primarily spent singing in the shower, dancing like…

Deep Laureate Finalist, Fall 2015: Cassandra Prescott

My name is Cassandra Prescott. I am 13. I like softball, basketball, and soccer. My favorite colors are orange and lime green. Read Cassandra's …

Deep Laureate Finalist, Fall 2015: Naomi Reyes

Naomi Reyes: A success in progress: Meme master (Sad Pepe has been summoned.) Books and shows make me unstable (Favorite character: [dies] Naom…

Deep Laureate Finalist, Fall 2015: Sanaa Simmons

Sanaa. The name that is rarely seen or even heard. “Are you foreign?” they ask, constantly. Eventually they earn how to pronounce it, but when th…

Deep Laureate Finalist, Fall 2015: Kennedy Fulton

This is Kennedy Fulton reporting live from this paper. I am rather bubbly, quiet, and too awesome for anyone to handle. I really love Marvel, espec…

Deep Laureate Finalist, Spring 2015: Kirsten Jones

Kirsten is a 14-year-old born on August 15, 2000. She has a passion for writing, singing, and reading. She has a fearless desire to write from the …

Deep Laureate Finalist, Spring 2015: Amelia Moorshead

I am a feminist and animal activist. Love has no judgment and neither do I. My name is Amelia, nothing special, nothing rare. But, I’m still i…

Deep Laureate Finalist, Spring 2015: Justin Mitchell

You know my name You’ve seen it before I’ve completed Deep once and I’m back for more Read my stuff and open your eyes because when you see what I …

Deep Laureate Finalist, Fall 2014: Sophie Healey

I'm a universally known secret. I'll tell you a little but never all. I will leave you full of curiosity. After all, curiosity will inspire you to …

Deep Laureate Finalist, Fall 2014: Patrice Wright

I am smart, brave, and funny. I feel very special. I was born December 16, 2000. I was raised in Savannah, Georgia. I would like to be a college…

Deep Laureate Finalist, Fall 2014: Justin Mitchell

Hi! I attend Mercer Middle. I am 13 years old. I am fun, hilarious, and outgoing. My favorite color is Justin, and my favorite food is hot wings, e…