about
Hi! My name is Tessa Barcelo (she/they), and I am a writer of many things. I'm currently a senior at Johns Hopkins University studying Writing Seminars, English, and Theatre Arts, but I'm originally from Massachusetts. I spent the Fall 2024 semester studying English at Pembroke College at the University of Cambridge, and I studied creative writing at John Cabot University in Rome last summer. When I'm not writing, you can usually find me at some sort of rehearsal, playing guitar in my room, or attempting to learn the depths of my latest TTRPG character.
Photo credit: Lavanya Gupta
Fun Facts!
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I produce and release my own music.
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I did my high school senior research project on how authentic representation of marginalized identities in fantasy literature affects readers' perceptions of those identities.
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I'm obsessed with Dante, maps, cemeteries, and magic in renaissance theatre.
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I once won a national songwriting competition and my song got submitted for Grammy consideration.
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I'm the proud owner of a slowly growing stuffed dragon collection.
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I've won many Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, including a National Silver Medal.
Get in Touch!
If you'd like to contact me, please use this form. I'd love to hear from you, and I'll get back to you as soon as I'm able.
