Explore the World Behind the Words: Journalism and Travel Writing with Author Allison Blake

Step behind the scenes of great storytelling at Explore the World Behind the Words: Journalism and Travel Writing with Author Alison Blake. Join award-winning journalist and author Alison Blake for an engaging evening exploring the craft of journalism, the art of travel writing, and the stories that shape how we see places and communities. With bylines in renowned publications such as National Geographic Traveler, The Boston Globe, The Washington Post, and Baltimore Magazine, Allison has built a distinguished cross-cultural career uncovering meaningful stories around the world and close to home. She is the author of Explorer’s Guide Baltimore, Annapolis, & the Chesapeake Bay (previously published as The Chesapeake Bay Book) and Maryland Curiosities, celebrated works that highlight the character, history, and hidden gems of the region. Now a full-time resident of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Alison brings both a global perspective and deep local insight to her work.