Editor's Notes

Notes from the Rooted editorial team.

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What book changed your life?

A special giveaway to celebrate a special Rooted milestone

May 15

Haters Gonna Hate

Blaming the South for America's problems won't solve anything.

May 1

Field Notes from Rolling Fork

"This is what being from Mississippi means to me, in action. We rally for our people, and we don’t question why, we only ask how."

Apr 3

An Ode to the Southern Exile

What happens when you love Mississippi, but Mississippi doesn't love you back?

Feb 27

Are You Thinking of Leaving, Too?

If I’m being honest, when someone asks me “Are you thinking of moving away from Mississippi?” the answer is usually, “yes.”

Jan 30

Holding the Beauty and the Ugliness

Thoughts on Mississippi's contradictions, ahead of the launch of our first contributor issues.

Dec 19, 2022

May You Live in an Interesting Place...

We may not always have clean water, but you sure as hell won't get bored here.

Dec 7, 2022

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