I’m a writer, critic, and author who specializes in arts and culture writing. Born in Guyana, grew up in St. Albans, Queens. I enjoy long-form storytelling and narrative features of all forms.

Before becoming an independent writer, I worked as a staff editor at Billboard, XXL, Vibe, Jezebel, and Pitchfork, overseeing print and digital content (including front-of-book), covering the arts (music, film, TV), fashion, tech, and lifestyle. My writing has appeared in over 50 top publications, including Elle, Wall Street Journal Magazine, Esquire, and Men's Health. Additionally, Vogue, GQ, Cosmopolitan, Wired, Essence, and ESPN The Magazine. And more.

In addition to editorial work, I've provided writing, research, and copywriting services to clients like Google, YouTube, Raedio, Apple, Nike, and Audible. I researched, pitched, and wrote episode treatments for Hulu’s RapCaviar Presents. I’ve written scripts for talent and worked with production companies on RFPs. Some of my notable creative productions include writing for Beyoncé’s Emmy-winning visual album Black Is King (Parkwood, 2021) and writing and executive-producing Jazmine Sullivan's audio memoir, The Art of Confessing (Audible Originals, 2023).

My book, The Motherlode: 100+ Women Who Made Hip-Hop (Abrams, 2021), is the first comprehensive history of women in hip-hop. I co-narrated the Audible Originals audiobook (2023) alongside some of my favorite voices: MC Lyte, Remy Ma, Nia Long, Lauren London, Chloe Bailey, Janelle James, and Angie Martinez.

I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism at New York University, where I’ve been an adjunct professor since 2019, teaching Feature Writing, Culture Writing, and Longform Narrative courses. ​Over the years, I've appeared on NPR, Apple Podcasts, SiriusXM, TV One, and NY1 News, as well as on podcasts by The New York Times, Rolling Stone, and The Ringer, sharing my pop culture expertise.

I​n ​m​y free time, ​I​ enjoy deeply absurd group chat convos, deconstructing reality TV, and exploring New York City's abundant food scene, among other things. I’m always eager to explore new creative opportunities, no matter the format. Reach out to me at cloverhope (at) gmail (dot) com.

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Contact: cloverhope (at) gmail (dot) com

Literary Agent: Monika Verma, LGR