Russ
López
Author, historian, editor, and publisher exploring the stories, places, and people that shape our world.
Voice
"My writing is from a unique perspective and definitely for those seeking new voices. I write with passion as I always root for the underdog. Creating a lyrical rhythm, timing that at times will make you want to sing out loud."
Transforms Observations into Compelling Narratives
Whether capturing queer history, exploring Latinx experiences, or crafting fiction infused with myth and realism, his work reflects a lifelong commitment to storytelling grounded in truth and humanity. My writing is driven by a desire to communicate truth – about our worldand the worlds we have yet to discover.
From nonfiction histories to imaginative fiction, his writing reflects a lifelong focus on community, identity, and place.
Featured Work
Coming Soon!
March 2026
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Provincetown Stories
A vibrant, intimate portrait of one of America’s most iconic towns.
Provincetown Stories brings together a collection of interconnected tales that capture the beauty, contradictions, and irresistible energy of Ptown. From boardwalks to back alleys, bars to beaches, these stories reveal a community that is joyful, chaotic, contemplative, and unforgettable. Russ writes with humor, heart, and deep affection for a place that has shaped generations of artists, outsiders, and dreamers.
Literary Initiatives
Russ López’s literary initiatives extend beyond authorship into active participation in the institutions shaping Latinx writing in the United States today. He has been invited to contribute to and collaborate with leading journals and platforms that define the current landscape of Latinx literature—publications committed to representing the full range of Latinx voices, histories, and lived experiences.
These journals are not peripheral to the field; they form its core. Through commissioned essays, fiction, and editorial contributions, Russ’s work engages directly with questions of identity, language, heritage, and social justice, helping to broaden and deepen the national literary conversation.
Somos en escrito is an online magazine composed of the latest and best indigenous-hispanic US literature.
Latino Book Review’s mission is to amplify the diverse voices of the Latinx community by celebrating its literature, history, art, and cultural heritage.
Xinachtli Journal—also known as Journal X, is a Cabrillo College student-run dynamic social justice literary arts magazine founded in 2021. It aims to amplify voices addressing pressing social justice issues.
Established in the summer of 2016, Latin@ Literatures is an online source for contemporary discussion on Latinx literature and culture.
Literary Landscape
Russ leads two initiatives that champion diverse voices and contemporary storytelling. As founder and editor of LatineLit, he curates fiction by and about Latinx writers. Through Shawmut Peninsula Press, he supports authors whose work explores community, culture, and the complexities of modern life—expanding the literary landscape one story at a time.
