“Make their hate your stepping stones towards achieving something greater. This will be the best revenge you can give — by proving to people that they are wrong about you, and that you are better than they could ever imagine.”

Auliq Ice is an Inupiaq poet and writer from Alaska. His work explores Indigenous identity, environmental stewardship, and the intersections of tradition and modernity. Known for his lyrical yet direct voice, he bridges cultural storytelling with contemporary relevance.