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Emily Williams

Emily Williams is a creative writer specializing in fiction and novel writing. With experience as an editor, proofreader, and ghostwriter for a hybrid publishing company, she brings both professional writing expertise and classroom experience to her teaching.

What is your favorite thing about working at Montreat?
I love that Montreat is truly a Christ-centered environment. It brings me so much joy to be able to speak the truth of the Word over my students and apply Scripture to writing lessons. This is also such a welcoming and kindhearted community.

What are your hobbies or interests?
I love to read books of just about any genre and write contemporary fiction. I also enjoy hiking, drawing portraits, and volunteering at my church.

Do you have a favorite restaurant in the area?
As someone who would opt to have an IV drip of coffee if she could, I love stopping by Dripolator or Recess Coffee whenever I get the chance.

What is your favorite thing to do or see in the area?
I enjoy taking advantage of all the hiking opportunities in the area, and I love roaming through all the cute little shops in downtown Black Mountain.

Degrees

M.F.A. Creative Writing (Liberty University)
B.A. English (North Greenville University)