My name is Charlotte Taylor Fryar, and I’m a writer, historian, educator, and herbalist based just outside of Washington, D.C.

My work explores the intersections of history, ecology, and racial justice in the American South. My first book, Potomac Fever: Reflections on the Nation’s River, an essay collection exploring the natural history & racial history of Washington, D.C.’s waterways, is forthcoming from Bellevue Literary Press in March 2025. Pre-order it here!

I’m available for freelance writing assignments, speaking events, and local herbal consultations. Get in touch, or subscribe to my newsletter.