this joyce chen
A home is what you return to.
joyce chen is a writer, editor, and community builder who draws inspiration from many coastal cities.
writer
joyce has covered entertainment and human interest stories for Rolling Stone, Elle, Architectural Digest, Refinery29, Paste magazine, Entertainment Tonight, Today.com, and People, among others. Her creative writing credits include LitHub, Poets & Writers, Narratively, and Slant’d, among others.
editor
In 2026, joyce launched Gentle Highlights, which comprises her editorial coaching and manuscript consulting services, built from more than 20 years of experience. If you’re looking for an editorial guide to help you deepen the roots of your work in a meaningful way, just reach out. See more info below and in full here.
community builder
joyce is the executive director of Seventh Wave, a BIPOC and queer-led literary arts community championing the voices of writers, artists, and creatives with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. If you’re looking for a nurturing home for your writing, to curate your own anthology, or to build connection and accountability, learn more about the community here.
announcement:
joyce launches new editorial business, Gentle Highlights, distilling 20+ years of her work in the publishing industry.
