Amanda Filippelli

Amanda Filippelli is an internationally recognized writer, editor, and artist, and author of Blue Rooms. Amanda’s work has been widely published and featured, including in Barzakh Magazine, TEDxWomenPittsburgh, Pittsburgh in the Round, and WHIRL Magazine. She was the recipient of Pittsburgh Magazine’s 40Under40 award.

Amanda’s work focuses on the importance of storytelling, helping her audiences understand that their stories matter. Amanda is also the host of Write to Heal workshops, where she helps people connect and heal through the power of storytelling. Before becoming a professional writer and artist, Amanda worked in the mental healthcare system for ten years, teaching adolescent survivors of trauma how to take control of their narrative. Amanda continues this work through her writing, workshops, productions, and as an artist. Her last book of poetry was adapted for the stage and premiered at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall in Pittsburgh, receiving critical acclaim.