Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I am a writer. I am a Grambling State University and Oral Roberts University alumni. I’m also a mental health advocate. I’ve authored the books Love, Serve, Inspire and Your Past Does not Define You.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Your Past does not Define You. I was inspired to tell my story to help others overcome. As I begin to heal, over the years, I realized that my story could be the solution to someone else’s problem. I wanted to share my story from a place of victory and not of grief so that others could know that their past does not define them.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
If you consider writing to control your temper as unusual. I started writing in elementary school to express my feelings and control my temper.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Some authors that have influenced me in financial literacy Dave Ramsey “Total Money Makeover” and “Financial Peace.” Book pertaining relationship development is “Waiting and Dating” by Dr. Myles Monroe and “The 5 love Languages” singles edition by Gary Champman. Lastly spiritually “The Man God Has for You” by Stephan Labossiere. I believe these books have helped me financially, relational, and spiritually.
What are you working on now?
Right now, I am working to promote my book “Your Past Does Not Define You.” That just hit stores.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I market my book through public speaking engagements, book signings, social media outlets, articles, and appearances on blogs.
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Every failure is another opportunity to be greater. When you fall, get back up and try a different strategy. Do not worry about the destination but learn through the process. Remember not perfection but progression. It is about what you learn along the way that helps you gain wisdom, knowledge, and understanding.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Be the best version of yourself that you could possibly be and do not dim your light for anyone. Through these steps you will learn how to love yourself and be great.
What are you reading now?
Your Past Does not Define you
What’s next for you as a writer?
Continue to market my latest book, Your Past Does not Define you
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
Dave Ramsey “Total Money Makeover” and “Financial Peace.”
“Waiting and Dating” by Dr. Myles Monroe and “The 5 love Languages” singles edition by Gary Champman.
“The Man God Has for You” by Stephan Labossiere.
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