NINA HART

Nina Hart is a writer, performer, and creativity coach trained in the Kaizen-Muse method. She is also a certified Gateless Method writing teacher – “a method of teaching the art and craft of writing using creative brain science, ancient non-dual teachings, and highly-effective craft tools…allowing writers to access the creative genius inside.” Her first collection of surreal short fictions called “Somewhere in a Town You Never Knew Existed Somewhere” was selected as a Short Stories (Adult Fiction) category finalist in Foreword Reviews’ IndieFab Book of the Year Awards. She is the founder of a unique method of teaching writing called “Writing from the Top of your Head,” which combines group Creativity Coaching with creative writing. Her workshops have also been inspired by the work of Paulo Freire and his philosophy of education for liberation, and the work of Brene Brown. Nina was an original member of the experimental dance troupe Contraband, in San Francisco and, playing a purple electric bass, has recorded and performed with numerous bands. More information at www.writingfromthetopofyourhead.com

“I'm thrilled to serve as a member of the board of Story Parlor. It's something of a miracle that this sweet storytelling space sprung up in my neighborhood, and it makes me so excited for the future of the arts in Asheville. I am deeply aligned with Story Parlor's mission and core values. I especially love helping to curate shows in service of fostering an arts community that cooperates, collaborates, and acknowledges that we're all in this together. And as a writer and creativity coach, my special love is to help lift up artists, because they're often a tender, sensitive bunch, and could use a big infusion of support.” — Nina Hart