Lisa Loop

Lisa Loop is a novelist, poet, and essayist whose work explores the intersection of memory, identity, and the human condition. With an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of California, Riverside, and a background in both film and creative coaching, Lisa brings a cinematic and emotionally resonant quality to her storytelling. Her writing has been featured in publications such as NBC.com/THINK, The Coachella Review, Ballast, and Gunpowder Press. She is the author of five books, including her latest novel States of Matter, and has also published under the pen name Thora Wolf.
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Before turning to writing full-time, Lisa worked as a Hollywood creative executive and story consultant, leveraging her deep understanding of narrative structure and character development. In addition to her writing, she’s a certified Co-Active life coach, supporting creatives in unlocking their potential. Lisa is also the founder of the long-running Monday Morning Writing Workshop, a nonprofit community committed to developing original work. Originally from Seattle, she now lives in Los Angeles with her husband and their elderly Aussie Shepherd mix.

• Whitman College- B.A.
• University of California, Riverside- Master's