Artist Rasheena Fountain Releases Memoir “Starfish Blues”
Rasheena Fountain, an artist and environmental advocate, has released a memoir titled "Starfish Blues." The book explores her experiences as a Black queer mother moving from Illinois to the Pacific Northwest, addressing themes of memory, environmental justice, and the exclusion…
Seattle Tacoma, WA, August 17, 2026 —
Artist and environmental advocate Rasheena Fountain has released her new memoir, titled “Starfish Blues.” The book delves into Fountain’s personal journey as a Black queer mother relocating from Illinois to the Pacific Northwest.
“Starfish Blues” addresses significant themes including memory, environmental justice, and the underrepresentation of marginalized voices within environmental movements. Fountain’s literary and advocacy work seeks to expand the conventional understanding of environmentalism and to illuminate the varied connections individuals from diverse backgrounds have with the natural world.
Fountain is also known for her contributions through poetry, essays, and broader advocacy efforts. Her work consistently aims to foster a more inclusive and comprehensive perspective on environmental issues and the diverse human relationships with nature.
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