Reposted by Crystal Wilkinsonskip intro @upfromsumdirt.blacksky.app · 07/08/2026@crystalwilki.bsky.social ❤️ 1203
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 19/07/2026Ocean Vuong blessed us all in Kentucky. I'm lifted by his deeply moving tribute to Black letters and his brilliance and heart. A big thanks to @carmichaels.bsky.social for bringing us this gladness. We were inspired/changed. 1143
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 19/07/2026Thank you @upfromsumdirt.bsky.social for riding shotgun while I drove around in a frenzy searching for the wallamelon man. Happy days! 0142
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonMrs. N @btwnthesepages.bsky.social · 09/07/2026While some people are dunking on that "Appalachia" menu and some are saying it's an intentional insult to Appalachian cooking, I want to recommend Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts by @crystalwilki.bsky.social which is a beautiful book with real recipes from generations of Black Appalachians.penguinrandomhouse.comPraisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts by Crystal Wilkinson: 9780593236512 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: BooksNATIONAL BESTSELLER • A lyrical culinary journey that explores the hidden legacy of Black Appalachians, through powerful storytelling alongside nearly forty comforting recipes, from the former... 1115
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonChantal James @chantalalive.blacksky.app · 09/07/2026Start here. @upfromsumdirt.bsky.social @crystalwilki.bsky.socialpenguinrandomhouse.comPraisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts by Crystal Wilkinson: 9780593236512 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: BooksNATIONAL BESTSELLER • A lyrical culinary journey that explores the hidden legacy of Black Appalachians, through powerful storytelling alongside nearly forty comforting recipes, from the former... 2193
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonUniversity Press of Kentucky @kentuckypress.bsky.social · 10/07/2026Introducing the stunning cover of WHEN IT GETS COLD IN THE SOUTH by Exodus Oktavia Brownlow @coocoo4afropuffs.bsky.social—an unforgettable new story collection and forthcoming Screen Door Press title, edited by Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social. To preorder, visit: buff.ly/CDGW15n 011
Reposted by Crystal Wilkinsonskip intro @upfromsumdirt.blacksky.app · 15/07/2026we'll be in louisville friday as @crystalwilki.bsky.social sits in conversation with Ocean Vuong over his new novel, The Emperor of Gladness at Spalding's Columbia Gym Auditorium... more deets:carmichaelsbookstore.comAn Evening with Ocean VuongA locally owned independent bookstore in Louisville, Kentucky, open 7 days a week, with three locations. 1205
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 09/07/2026Yeah...I'm like that...this close to perfection?...OK I'm done...fin. 2172
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Beans, onions, potatoes, beets, squash, zucchini, tomatoes, beans and honey...all from Miller Farm in Stanford. I'm grateful for Susie and George Allen and this beautiful bounty. I am recovering from the flu. No better cure for heart, mind, and body. I'm grateful. 0123
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonRafiul Islam @islamrafi.bsky.social · 14/03/2026The University of Lynchburg community gathered March 12 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. for an intimate evening with acclaimed author and former Kentucky Poet Laureate Crystal Wilkinson, who read from her works and shared insights on writing, food and the power of storytelling. #CrystalWilkinson #UofL 041
Reposted by Crystal Wilkinsonskip intro @upfromsumdirt.blacksky.app · 01/04/2026happy anniversary @crystalwilki.bsky.social our 1st date was 19 years ago today at the rudyard kipling in louisville... the 1st half was "yeah, we just gon be some friends" and then i dont even know what magics you employed next but we ended the night with a kiss. been kissing every night since. 5322
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 27/03/2026It's 4:30 am and I woke up wanting to dial my grandparent's phone number. I can't remember my pass codes, the reason I opened the refrigerator or where I put my glasses but this number came floating back from the 90s with great clarity. What random detail does your brain hold onto? 7201
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 21/01/2026Happy Birthday @upfromsumdirt.bsky.social Thank you for being the peace, the calm, the glue, the love. 8332
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 04/01/2026There's a shoulder poem in me somewhere. It's been trying to break me since June but I haven't quite written it yet. 070
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonWes Browne @browneallover.bsky.social · 09/12/2025Lexington, Kentucky, we’re signing books this weekend! I’ll be joining a couple legends: @upfromsumdirt.bsky.social and @crystalwilki.bsky.social 083
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonRead Appalachia @readappalachia.bsky.social · 05/12/2025NEW PODCAST EPISODE! In today’s episode @kdwinchester.bsky.social talks to @upfromsumdirt.bsky.social about his new poetry collection THE SHOES OF THE FISHERMAN’S WIFE. Have a listen! www.readappalachia.com/blog/ep-51-u...readappalachia.comEp. 51 | Poetry Corner: upfromsumdirt — Read AppalachiaIn the latest installment of our minisode series, Poetry Corner, Kendra Winchester is joined by upfromsumdirt. 0137
Reposted by Crystal Wilkinsonskip intro @upfromsumdirt.blacksky.app · 08/11/2025well, well, well... what have we here? 40% OFF ALL BOOKS (hard or soft cover!) AT UPK WHEN USING FROSTY25 AT CHECKOUT? 👁👁 hey... that includes my book!! 👁👁 & GOOD UNTIL JANUARY THE WHAT?!?!? 👀👀 www.kentuckypress.com 38144
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonAssociation of University Presses @aupresses.bsky.social · 11/11/2025What a great mini-feature on this new work by @toniannj.bsky.social, published by @kentuckypress.bsky.social Screen Door Press imprint, edited by @crystalwilki.bsky.social #ReadUP 232
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 24/11/2025This is a photo of me at 7:30 am this morning with Stefan. I have a love/hate relationship with Stefan's ass and my shoulder hates his guts. He's good at his job tho. Today he released me from his services and my shoulder is at 80%. I'll be taking over my own progress from here. 0180
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 22/10/2025@upfromsumdirt.bsky.social Congratulations on another great reading! 1183
Reposted by Crystal Wilkinsonskip intro @upfromsumdirt.blacksky.app · 18/10/2025well, thats one down... mightve had 15 folks in the audience (almost half was family) and i am grateful for all that came out tonight, thank yall. ❤️ and thank you to joseph-beth books & my publishers at upk. 610219
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 15/10/2025When your editor says "beautifully rendered" you allow yourself a little 5-minute victory lap and then get back to work.media.tenor.coma woman in a plaid jacket is shaking hands with someoneALT: a woman in a plaid jacket is shaking hands with someone 0195
Reposted by Crystal Wilkinsonskip intro @upfromsumdirt.blacksky.app · 09/10/2025in case it's slipped yalls mind... 0107
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 08/10/2025Average sleep for the last month: Four hours 340
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 26/09/2025Me: Gordon Ramsey says baking your overnight oats w/ walnut or pecans is a game changer! Him: I thought you were saying something universal. Chile, let me get to my writing desk.media.tenor.coma man in a suit and tie is saying `` here we go '' while looking at something .ALT: a man in a suit and tie is saying `` here we go '' while looking at something . 070
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 10/09/2025Shout out to the ppl who hand write letters and notes in careful cursive on lush paper. A balm. What small things are carrying you today? 6304
Reposted by Crystal Wilkinsonbhtnh.bsky.social @bhtnh.bsky.social · 09/07/2025What's In The BHT Office? Part 1: Praisesong For The Kitchen Ghosts by Crystal Wilkinson!! If you are looking for authentic Black Cookbooks to enjoy some unique recipes, this one is for you! Visit us at 222 Court Street, Portmsouth, NH to come check it out! www.blackheritagetrailnh.org 052
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonLINK nky @link-nky.bsky.social · 28/08/2025Crystal Wilkinson will speak at Steely Library on Sept. 30 at 6:30 p.m. Wilkinson is the author of “Praisesong of the Friendly Ghosts,” a culinary memoir that reflects on the familial history and unique recipes of Black Appalachian food traditions. linknky.com/culture/2025...linknky.comKentucky Poet Laureate to speak at NKU next monthKentucky Poet Laureate Crystal Wilkinson will speak at NKU’s Steely Library on Sept. 30. The event is free and open to the public. 0119
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 29/08/2025These are my people. Aunt Lovester's great-grandfather discovered Boneyville, Kentucky. Legends. Remember them. Remember us. 1378
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonTonja Reynolds @tonjamreynolds.bsky.social · 10/07/2025I have an article in this issue! Big thanks to Greg Michalson, @crystalwilki.bsky.social, and @davidjoy.bsky.social for sharing their advice on writing difficult scenes.writersdigestshop.comWriter's Digest July/August 2025 Digital EditionWhen it comes to setting the scene, all writers know it’s a critical piece to ensuring readers have a clear grasp of what they’re reading, whether it be a physical setting in a novel or narrative nonf... 1112
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 28/07/2025Feeling wobbly at my writing desk today, but thinking of the woman who helped raise me who is straddling this world and the next but going home today. She is 89. I'm writing about my mama but all my mamas come to me. I'm not steady at all but here. I'm here. Fingers on key board. I'm here. 7430
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 14/06/2025Hospitals are strange places for trauma bonding. Shoutout to the stranger who tried to mirror my steps to the parking lot to tell me about the doctors drilling a hole in her niece's head. The image is with me on my pillow all these hours later. 070
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 11/06/2025Is writing a selfish act? Must we untether ourselves from family to get it done? 191
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 04/06/2025Join me and Frank Walker for a writing workshop in beautiful Butler State Park. parks.ky.gov/writing-work...parks.ky.govWriting WorkshopJoin acclaimed authors Frank X Walker and Crystal Wilkinson for an inspiring and immersive writing workshop set against the scenic backdrop of Kentucky State Parks. This unique experience offers write... 0103
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonKweli Journal @kwelijournal.bsky.social · 29/05/2025The NEW issue of Kweli Journal has dropped. Our May issue is focused on the theme of MOTHERING. READ NOW at link in bio 👆🏿 1136
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonMeg Reid 🦦 @megireid.bsky.social · 27/05/2025Still glowing from our Deep South Convening, this past weekend in Birmingham. Here's 3/4 of @hubcitypress.bsky.social and the organizers (@johntedge.bsky.social, Ashley Jones, me) with our incredible keynote, @crystalwilki.bsky.social. 072
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 20/05/2025Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts released on audio from Tantor TODAY! Thank you for reading AND listening. Link in the comments and take a listen. Get it wherever you buy your audiobooks. 1184
Crystal Wilkinson @crystalwilki.bsky.social · 10/05/2025 Grateful for a beautiful night of words and a sold-out house at @themercantilelib. What kind staff and stewards. Nights like this are a brilliant respite from the rest. Being in this special place felt like a sort of church. I hope to get back soon. 3241
Reposted by Crystal Wilkinsonskip intro @upfromsumdirt.blacksky.app · 08/04/2025👠👠 + 🎣👨🏿🦳 + 👰🏿♂️ THE SHOES OF THE FISHERMAN'S WIFE has an official cover AND release date from @kentuckypress.bsky.social - Oct 14, 2025! surreal poems, narrative poems, nature poems... maybe "surreal narrative nature" poems? preorder link coming soon! 2118853
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonSarah Josephine @sarahjosephinep.bsky.social · 11/02/2025"Witness" by Crystal Wilkinson #poem #poetry #apoemaday 0176
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonSplendid Table @splendidtable.org · 20/02/2025Listen to Francis’ full conversation with Melissa Clark in our latest episode! splendidtable.org/episode/2024/02/09/melissa-clarks-deep-dive-into-salt-crystal-wilkinson-on-her-kitchen-ghosts 021
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonRyGuy @ryguy13.bsky.social · 12/03/2025There’s an awesome book by Crystal Wilkinson, a historian and black Appalachian, that is full of these kind of shorthand recipes (and the full recipe as well). It’s called “Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts.” www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/704948...penguinrandomhouse.comPraisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts by Crystal Wilkinson: 9780593236512 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: BooksNATIONAL BESTSELLER • A lyrical culinary journey that explores the hidden legacy of Black Appalachians, through powerful storytelling alongside nearly forty comforting recipes, from the former... 181
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonUK Libraries @uklibraries.bsky.social · 04/04/2025We had so much fun last week with Crystal Wilkinson and Ronni Lundy at the 2025 Prichard Lecture! Wilkinson read from her latest book, Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts, and took us on a captivating journey from the hidden legacies of Black Appalachia to the unexpected pitfalls of cookbook writing. 011
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonNewPages @newpages.bsky.social · 18/04/2025The 3rd annual Tremont Writers Conference takes place this October. Join authors Crystal Wilkinson, David Joy, Karen Spears Zacharias, & Maurice Manning. Apply by May 15. www.newpages.com/blog/events/2025-t… #writingconferencenewpages.com2025 Tremont Writers Conference in Great Smoky Mountains National ParkEvents 2025 Tremont Writers Conference in Great Smoky Mountains National Park NewPages.com 011
Reposted by Crystal Wilkinsonmelissaeferguson.bsky.social @melissaeferguson.bsky.social · 19/04/2025Current reading pile. Antidotes to the news. H is for Hawk, by Helen Macdonald; Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts, by Crystal Wilkinson; and the Winter 2025 issue of the Little Patuxent Review. 141
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonNewPages @newpages.bsky.social · 02/05/2025Join Crystal Wilkinson, David Joy, Karen Spears Zacharias, & Maurice Manning for an intensive 5-day retreat in the Smoky Mountains at the Tremont Writers Conference. Apply by May 15. www.newpages.com/events/2025-tremon… #writingconferencenewpages.comTremont Writers Conference in Great Smoky Mountains National ParkTremont Writers Conference in Great Smoky Mountains National Park takes place in Tennessee in October. Discover more writing conferences & literary events at NewPages.com. 033
Reposted by Crystal WilkinsonSilas Lapham @silaslapham.bsky.social · 28/04/2025Now go read his novel "Those We Thought We Knew" which deals with this exact monument. Then, go read Marie Cochran, @crystalwilki.bsky.social S.A. Cosby and more Affriclachian artists. 2156