Holding the Door Open for Stories with Soul.

Essays. Profiles. Memoir. Legacy books.

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Hi, I’m Cindi Brown

I write stories that hold memory, meaning, and presence—whether it’s a mover/shaker in Macon, a journey to Kenya, or a quiet moment on a Southern porch.

Porchlight Press is my creative studio, publishing imprint, and soulful gathering place.

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Feb 1, 2026

Newt Collier: A Life in Full Breath

Feb 1, 2026

Newton Collier’s enduring presence in Macon has helped anchor the city’s music across generations. Through decades of steady work and deep community ties, he has contributed to the longevity of a sound that continues to define the place.

Feb 1, 2026

From Held Here: Presence in Profiles

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Oct 20, 2025

The Hidden Legacy of Marie Stephens: A Windrush Girl in Middle Georgia

Oct 20, 2025

From Kingston to Liverpool to Middle Georgia, Marie Stephens Thomas carries her Windrush family’s rhythm and resilience. The daughter of a Jamaican bandleader and an English mother, she honors a legacy of migration and music, keeping her ancestors’ song and memories alive in the heart of Georgia.

Oct 20, 2025

From Southern Say-So

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Jul 11, 2025

Prelude to a Life

Jul 11, 2025

At 40, with my children grown, I sold my home and flew to Kenya to live, work, and stretch my life wider. This is how my African journey began — and how it changed me.

Jul 11, 2025

From The Far Porch

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