Holly Pelesky is a writer and lover of literature. She reads and writes in all genres, preferring that which makes her laugh and feel and think.
She was once a homeschooled kid living in the suburbs of Seattle but has spent her adulthood in the Midwest, outgrowing her Fundamental upbringing.
She received her MFA from the University of Nebraska Omaha and her MLIS from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
She has written two books: 1) Quiver, a poetry chapbook and (2) Cleave, a collection of letters to her daughter she placed up for adoption. She is currently working on a collection of short stories revolving around a messy protagonist named Janice which she will begin shopping around in 2025.
She works in a library by weekday, weekends in a college writing center. She lives in Omaha with her two sons. They all worry too much about their outdoor/indoor cat Spencer.
Recognitions
- Recipient of Q421 Amplify Arts micro grant (December 2021)
- Recipient of Nebraska Arts Council micro grant (December 2024)
Hire Holly
Holly is a roster artist available for hire through Nebraska Arts Council. The council provides Artists in Schools/Communities (AiS/C) Sponsor Grants and Nebraska Touring Program (NTP) Sponsor Grants. These grants assist with the cost of retaining artists for educational residencies or performances. You can view her profile here and connect to discuss collaboration opportunities.
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