Abby mentors’ young writers through Berkeley Center for the Arts and ClearPillar’s college prep program in New York City. She continues to engage her community as a member of Sisters in Song, OhmRadio 96.3, 1 Million Cups, and as Music Director for Creative Mornings Charleston.

meet Abby

Abby Duran is a narrative strategist and spoken word artist committed to finding value in others while transforming anger into art, recognized by Charleston Scene as one of Charleston’s Most Influential Women in the Arts.

Her path began in music journalism over a decade, including Charleston’s 9 to 5 Magazine. With a background in arts management, she shifted from entertainment to biographies.

Through her company, VeraNation Writing, Abby crafts narrative profiles, poetic branding, and website content for businesses, multilingual creatives, and community builders.

Her poetry is featured in Mental Health America of South Carolina Anthology and commissioned by HALO for Singers & Stanzas, and by We Coast Studios for Ritual & Release. In 2025, she was selected to represent the Lowcountry at the Soda City Poetry Festival and the Morris Heritage Center’s Story Fest. Her self-publications include Between Words (2023) and A Soul’s Tree Speaks (2025).

"Veranation (Abby) has built a long-lasting and trusting relationship in promoting, networking, managing, writing, and beyond that has undoubtedly allowed me to focus more on my crafts as a professional artist, regain balance in my personal life, and ultimately catapult both of our careers in the utmost positive directions."

– ChristianMorant.com
"What I appreciate most about Abby is her ability to ask the right leading questions about who I am, what I do, and what I want to represent. Abby listened to my background and was open to additional feedback and comments."

– Rachel Lam, T.H.I.N.K. Liason, LLC
"Abby is multi-talented, kind-hearted and knows how to get her vision across. As a creative director, she connects businesses and creatives alike through bridging the gap between business and storytelling."

– Falando Jones Photography
"I had a rough idea of my website's content, but Abby was quickly able to clarify and bring together what she saw that I needed. Working with her was relaxing, and she quickly caught onto and revised a better vision. She is knowledgeable and a joy to work with. She went above and beyond for me."

– Alexa A., NavigatingNutrients.com

Between Words

Between Words is an autobiography in poetic form. From uncovering ancestral roots to claiming her identity, Duran paints photographs derived from words. In between her internal quest she recounts her romantic efforts, adoration for global travel, and empowerment. This is her first book.

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