Jamie Marina Lau,
for Air Travel
Jamie Marina Lau is the author of Pink Mountain on Locust Island and Gunk Baby. She is a former resident of the Iowa International Writers Program. Her work has been featured in publications such as The New York Times, LitHub, The Guardian, and ELLE.
“It’s possible to write in stolen moments—between shifts, early mornings, or late nights. But I care deeply about using this form to the best of my ability. I've decided that I don't just want to write more books; I want to write books that grow every time, ones that will connect and create more. I think space and mental clarity is necessary at some points, to be able to sit with your intention and craft and be tough on yourself. The fellowship’s focus on this sticky, but inevitable part of the professional writing practice is profound, and I’m grateful to have the opportunity.”
Air Travel
Following public exile, tech entrepreneur and wannabe-public-figure, TYLER CHANG- ROSE finds himself at a secluded wellness colony run by a privatised research institute. Alongside him is Kitty, a washed-up reality show star; Carol, an influencer turned stalker; and Gordon, a trader deeply invested in hobbyist dog breeding. Little do they know, this program is a carefully curated clinical trial, designed mainly to advance the potential of human life on a newly habitable portion of a dead celestial body.