Welcome
I’m Melanie Albright, a writer and artist whose work examines the human experience through an existential lens. Self-destructive behaviour, crises of identity, complicated relationships, loss, loneliness and altered realities often feature in my writing to aid explorations of love, meaning, responsibility and freedom.
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Fiction
Stay tuned for the latest publications.
Midnight Mother
Short story
Overwhelmed with grief, a reclusive Eric gets an unexpected visit from his mother that further tests his ability to cope.
On the Way to Full
Short story
A disillusioned patient’s bond with her nurse brings hope as she struggles with diabulimia. The head psychiatrist, however, plans to snuff it out.
Spilt Milk
Flash fiction, published in Audience Askew
A middle-aged woman lies naked and alone in her paramour’s bed, stricken with existential regret. As she loses herself in reflection, her lover’s wife returns home.
Visual Art
Drawn to draw…
…eyes, big hair, women, flowers, animals, patterns.
The Artist Fund
If you would like to contribute directly to my ability to continue writing and creating art, consider making a donation or shopping with my Amazon commission links. These contributions make a huge difference, and are both incredibly encouraging and deeply appreciated.
Book me
I’m based in Southwest London and ready to perform or speak at your next event. Interested in something else, like commissioning or collaborating? Get in touch today.