Over 2,400 writers from around the globe have participated in VONA since 1999. Cinelle Barnes, Elaine Castillo, Cynthia Dewi Oka, Patricia Engel, Daisy Hernandez, Christine Hyung-Oak Lee, Tayari Jones, Lisa Ko, John Murillo, Daniel Jose Older, Ingrid Rojas, Danez Smith, and Rich Villar are among the more than 400 alums who have published books, and received literary prizes and international recognition. Many alumni have also established presses, created anthologies, and participated in
fellowships. VONA is honored to share with you the latest news on our alumni, staff, and faculty.