About Chelsea Chatts

Chelsea Chatts, a Southern author and Chattanooga content creator dedicated to sharing the beauty and complexities of living in America’s Southern states. In 2022, Chelsea took a leap of faith, relocating with her family from the San Francisco Bay Area to pursue her dreams of literary expression in Chattanooga, Tennessee. As a transplant who has become deeply engaged in the local community (which includes leading initiatives such as Keep Chatt Clean), Chelsea not only embodies her commitment to fostering a vibrant, sustainable Chattanooga. She also reveals the Southern identity in all its incarnations in her debut poetry collection; Mud Water Will Rise. With a unique perspective on Southern culture and her love for poetic storytelling, Chelsea is a compelling guest for podcasts that explore the themes of Southern life, entrepreneurship, and community engagement.