Cheryl Ratliff has been writing poetry for 20 years, and her body of works includes two poetry books, Words Softly Spoken and A Year of Growth. She is a Psychology major hoping to work in Art Therapy. She is the mother of a two-year-old boy, River.
Jose Roman is a veteran of the United States Army. He is the father of three grown children. He is currently finishing his B.A. in Bible Science. His goal is to finish college and begin his ministry.
Megan Salfrank is a senior English major from Wamego, Kansas. After graduation, she hopes to go on to get a master’s degree in creative writing and work in publishing.
Mallory Sansom is a junior Biology major from Baldwin City, Kansas. She is on the York College volleyball team, active in Theta Psi social club, and a member of Alpha Chi National Honor Society. She enjoys volleyball, biking, being outdoors, baking, and spending quality time with family and friends.
Tiffany Shimp is a junior Business Communication major from Longmont, Colorado. She plays soccer and enjoys long walks outdoors when it’s not too windy. She would like to thank Unvarnished Words for another opportunity for TiffanyS photography to be published.
Morgan Tackett is a junior math major from Ohio. She plans on going into actuarial science or tutoring after college. She is a member of the women’s soccer team, Theta Psi social club, YCM, and is secretary for Student Association.
Daniel Thomason says, “I’m a poet like everyone else. I just remember to write everything down.”
Carson Scott Tuttle has been writing short stories and poetry for nearly six years. Born and raised in Lincoln, Nebraska, he draws inspiration from friends, family, and faith in a Creator. He would like to thank his loved ones for encouraging him along the way. 74