Navigating the modern world—particularly for marginalised and “fringe-oriented” communities—appears increasingly complex. Simultaneously, ongoing debates and contentious questions encourage reflection on personal identity, especially in relation to communication, creativity, and the exploration of liminal spaces in art. These concerns, and their significance, are central to Vol 29 Special Issue 74 ‘Writing from the Fringes’. Guest Editors: Eileen Herbert-Goodall, Jen Webb and Kimberly K. Williams