Transforming Tragedy

We believe depression is suppressed expression, that truth is better revealed in fiction, and that the truth will set us free.

Shadows are meant to be illuminated in fiction and integrated in reality.

As Journal-Artists, we transform tragedy through creative writing, and allow our creative writing to inform our true path in reality, so we may act out the path that leads to freedom, meaning, and love.

Who we are

We are journal-artists on the path of transforming pain into the pursuit of passion and purpose by examining our life experiences inside the realm of fiction.

Become a Journal-Artist

Meet the Team

  • Jessica Rincon

    PROGRAM COORDINATOR VOLUNTEER

  • Norbel Casas Murillo

    TECHNICAL WRITER VOLUNTEER

    My passion is Holistic Health (Body and Mind), my pursuit is Deepening my understanding of mental health and wellness, and my purpose is Contributing to things that focuses on meaning.

  • Vamsi Priya Vemulamada

    DEVOPS ENGINEER VOLUNTEER

    Doing something Great!!

  • Kavita Badgujar

    QA ENGINEER VOLUNTEER

    I'm from India, but currently living in Nashville TN from last 6 years. In my free time I love singing and painting.

  • Steve Da-Hong Sheng

    UI/UX DESIGNER VOLUNTEER

    I'm Steve, a digital designer - looking to balance service excellence with a humanized approach. As change being the only constant, I found myself chasing after the ever changing scenery within the world of design and hospitality. My wife and I have brought a little one to the journey recently and we are so excited to welcome her.

  • Arpi Keshishyan

    QA SPECIALIST VOLUNTEER

    Hi, my name is Arpi. I am a QA Specialist, and I love my work. If I had to talk about my passions, I would say dancing, going to the gym, and swimming—they make me feel truly alive. As for my pursuit, it is to become a happier and more confident person. My purpose is to become a better version of myself every day, in every aspect of my life.

  • Leah Kiselczuk

    WORKSHOP HOST VOLUNTEER

    I have a passion for mental health and addictions. At the core, I am a mental health advocate, desiring to create a space for compassion and awareness. This is what inspires my writing. I am on a life long journey to heal my inner wounds and illuminate my shadows.

  • Katie Andrews

    COMMUNITY FACILITATOR

    I've always been interested in writing from a young age. I got a BA in English Literature and a Minor in Writing. I've been with The Love Story since 2019. Combining writing with mental health and expressing emotions has been a growing experience for me and I enjoy helping people connect and express their feelings through writing.

  • Mingjie Zhai

    PROGRAM DIRECTOR AND BOARD DIRECTOR VOLUNTEER

    I founded The Love Story org in 2005, initially to cope with the pain of heartbreak and grief, but over time, built a community, felt the catharsis, and became connected to my purpose. In 2025, our goal is to fully develop the first three chapters of The Love Story writing program. This program has worked for me and my desire is for this program to work for others as well.