Charles L. Chatmon

Charles L. Chatmon is a writer, essayist, and archivist whose work explores memory, community, and the Black literary tradition. Raised in South Central Los Angeles, he brings a reflective, narrative driven voice to stories rooted in place, history, and lived experience.

On this channel, Chatmon shares readings from his essays and fiction, insights into the writing process, and commentary on culture, storytelling, and the creative life. His videos blend personal reflection with literary history, offering viewers a thoughtful look at how stories are shaped — and how they shape us.

He publishes new essays weekly on Substack and continues to preserve Black creative voices through ongoing archival work.

Read Charles's latest essays on Substack: charleslchatmon.substack.com  
Visit his website: charleslchatmon.com