Albert Phillips Jr. is a Baltimore-based writer and educator whose work thoughtfully explores the rich alchemy of Black life, both past and present. His stories delve into the intricate dynamics of family, the vibrant culture of Baltimore in the late ’90s, and the essential role of community in driving societal change. A graduate of Morgan State University with a B.S. in Print Journalism and an M.Ed. from Johns Hopkins University, Albert is currently an MFA candidate at the University of Baltimore. In 2020, he published his acclaimed debut book, Y'all Hiring? The Black Teen's Guide to Navigating Employment, and is set to release his highly anticipated follow-up in 2025. Albert’s writing has been featured in Black Enterprise, The Afro, Baltimore Fishbowl, and various other online and print publications.