*Hi, I’m Sarah.

I’m a writer, teacher, and author of the forthcoming Breathing Lessons (2027— see below!)

Nice to Meet You

I’m over the moon and have been to the center of the earth to craft these pages. This is an announcement and celebration: excited to share this book with you October 2027!

Advanced Praise

“Sarah Herrington is a great writer -- and her lyrical, funny, sad book not only tells a thrilling story, it explores great subjects: misogyny and love, spirituality and trust -- and the importance of being true to yourself.”

-Darin Strauss, author of Half a Life and more

“I’m so thankful for the searching heart and mind of Sarah Herrington. Her story of healing brims with love, contemplation, yearning, and the fascinating, intertwining histories of poetry, Buddhism and yoga. Each line is a clear path.”

- Sarah Gerard, author of True Love, Sunshine State and Binary Star and more

“A gripping memoir deftly weaving a personal story of becoming and healing with the cultural and historical context of yoga and meditation in America, this book invites us to look at shadows on the spiritual path and within our selves.”

- Amanda Yates Garcia, author of Initiated: Memoir of a Witch

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I write about the body, belief, and the questions that haunt me.

I offer classes and 1:1 coaching to help you get your own stories on the page and into the world.

Featured Essays

  • Oprah Daily: Cancer, Poetry & The Power of Language

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  • New York Times: Solver Stories

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  • Yoga Journal: On Spiritual Abuse

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  • New York Times: Modern Love

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“A poet to watch.”

-Oprah magazine

Join me in the Mindful Writing Workshop

The Mindful Writing Workshop is a 10-week online journey of writing, getting feedback on your work, and aiming toward your individual goals.

You’ll establish a writing practice, experience meditations for writers, and learn best practices for publication. This is a community of safety and rigor.

Next session: Fall: October 11 — December 20th, 2026

(no class November 29th)

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✹ Words of Affirmation ✹

  • "Each line in Sarah's work is a clear path."

    ✹Sarah Gerard, author: Sunshine State

  • “Sarah Herrington creates magical spaces that are cult-like in the best of ways.

    ✦Mindful Writing Student

  • "Sarah Herrington has an amazing mind."

    ✦Jeff Krasno, founder: Commune, cofounder: Wanderlust

  • "We're fortunate to have this intense, imaginative voice rallying against the despair."

    ✹ Leza Lowitz, author: Yoga Poems

  • “I’m obsessed with the Mindful Writing Workshop. I felt both safe and challenged, always inspired.”

    ✦Former Student

  • "I took an essay-writing class with Sarah and loved it. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and the care and knowledge she brings to craft, particularly with sensitive subjects, is remarkable. "

    ✹Lana H., Former Student

  • “Sarah is a brilliant writer, editor and teacher. I could not have written my memoir without her. She worked side by side with me for over two years through the proposal, to the publishing deal, to delivering the full manuscript. I am in awe of her commitment to the craft and her skillful support."

    ✦Parvati Shallow, Survivor, Traitors / Author: “Nice Girls Don’t Win” (Dial)

  • "Participating in Sarah's workshop gave me both the skills and the confidence to complete an essay I had been dreaming about for years. Both of the essays I workshopped in her class were published within six months -- and I got into a wondrous MFA program, which I never would have known about without Sarah's guidance. Sarah's workshop changed my life."

    ✦Maya B., Former Student

  • "Sarah is remarkable at holding space for other’s stories, and validating her student's experiences while gently guiding them towards tangible goals. Her expertise and professional caliber create a beautiful, nurturing opportunity to expand your creativity."

    ✹Clare C, Former Student

  • “A poet to watch."

    ✹Oprah Magazine