Outtakes - Paperback

by Joanna Acevedo (Author)

A raw and intimate exploration of self, relationships, and the search for meaning in a fragmented world.

Joanna Acevedo's Outtakes delves into the life of a young memoirist navigating the complexities of love, loss, and mental health. Through confessional essays, she lays bare her experiences, from navigating the literary scene to confronting personal traumas and seeking connection in a disconnected world. Each piece offers a glimpse into the universal search for identity and belonging.

This collection is for readers who appreciate honest, vulnerable storytelling and are drawn to contemporary voices exploring the human condition. Outtakes offers unexpected joy, inevitable pain, and brilliant light, inviting readers to reflect on their own journeys of self-discovery. Discover essays on identity, relationships, and mental health.

Author Biography

Joanna Acevedo is the author of four books and chapbooks, and her writing has been seen across the web and in print, including in Jelly Bucket, Hobart, and The Adroit Journal, among others. She received her MFA in Fiction from New York University in 2021, and also holds degrees from Bard College and The New School. She is supported by Creatives Rebuild New York: Guaranteed Income For Artists. She lives in New York City.