Charlotte Donlon

Charlotte Donlon is a writer, spiritual director, and creativity coach whose work centers on helping people explore themes of belonging, artful encounters, and spiritual growth--even when life is full or chaotic. Her work has woven together themes of belonging, art, and soul exploration for more than 25 years. With a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing (2015-2018), a certificate in spiritual direction (2018-2020), and a life coach certification (2026), Charlotte guides writers and other creative souls in developing sustainable and nourishing practices so they can make their art, do their work, and love their people.

In 2020, Broadleaf Books published Charlotte's first book, The Great Belonging: How Loneliness Leads Us to Each Other. Spiritual Direction for Writers: Everyday Rituals for Your Writing Life is slated for release by Here Below Books in September 2026. Her essays have been featured in publications such as The Washington Post, The Christian Century, Christianity Today, Catapult, and The Millions, among others. An essay about art conservation, Joan Mitchell, and mystery is forthcoming with Image journal, and an article about solo writing retreats is forthcoming with Writer's Digest.