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Erin Dawkins
A Detroit-based writer of fiction, nonfiction, and horror, Erin Dawkins explores the uncanny and human emotion with a literary edge inspired by her favorite writer, Shirley Jackson. She holds a BA in Journalism from Columbia College Chicago and an MA in English (Creative Writing) from Wayne State University.
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Awards
"Proof of Life" - 2nd Place Winner for Flash Fiction
Detroit Writing Room Awards, December 2025
"Meals in Heels" - 2nd Place Winner for Memoir
Detroit Writing Room Awards, December 2025
Fellowships & Residencies
Martha's Vineyard Institute of Creative Writing
Author's Fellowship
June 2025
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