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It’s okay to grieve and not be okay. It takes time to heal which could be days, months, or years to recover from the pain. It starts with wanting to do for You, Prayer, and a relationship with God, surrounded by spiritual guidance. Love yourself and all will follow you through this journey. For you are not alone in this battle.

Satonya’s journey into the world of storytelling began in 2009, during a difficult professional transition. When the mortgage industry collapsed, she turned inward and discovered writing as a new outlet. That creative spark eventually evolved into screenwriting, directing, and producing.

Nikki’s creative voice is both bold and restorative. Her stories frequently explore themes of social justice, cultural identity, personal transformation, and the weight of silence. She’s committed to showing readers how speaking up, especially in the face of adversity, is a powerful act of reclaiming one’s narrative.

A Virginia native, Hall began writing stories as a child. By the time she graduated from college, she decided to take a chance on herself and self-published her first book. What followed was years of trial, error, and eventually mastery. Her dedication to learning the business side of publishing led to the creation of her Booked & Busy™ course, which helps aspiring authors turn their passion into published works and profit.

Monique Fisher is a rom-com writer with a superhero origin story. A lifelong theater and comic book geek, Monique’s creative journey took her from playwriting and television scripts to building an entire romantic universe—one hilarious and heartfelt novel at a time. With her pen firmly planted in the indie romance space, she creates cozy, character-driven stories that put Black women at the center of love, laughter, and modern real-life relationships.

Maya’s journey into storytelling began in childhood as a way to escape reality. "As a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, creating stories i

Alisa’s work is a powerful blend of faith, creativity, and empowerment. Through her music, books, and motivational speaking, she is proving

Black love is powerful, transformative, and deeply deserving of celebration. Few authors capture its essence with the depth and authenticity

In historical nonfiction, few voices resonate as powerfully as that of Forest Issac Jones. An award-winning author known for his meticulous