Shalonda Degraffinried Whitmore is an international spoken word artist, award-winning poet and bestselling author who loves to travel, learn, and talk. After overcoming years of low confidence and hiding herself from purpose, she now uses her words and energy to help children, teens, and adults feel good about themselves, each other, and what is to come in their lives. Shalonda believes in the power of expression and is currently building creative writing workshops for children and teens in global communities who need it. With a BA in Psychology and a Master’s in Business Administration, Shalonda has held career roles that include trainer, facilitator, program instructor, student advisor, and adjunct faculty. She teaches Business Communications and Technical Math. She enjoys life with her awesome husband (James) and two amazing children (James-Paul and Jamisyn). Would you like to have Shalonda Whitmore collaborate or speak at your school, business, literary event, or other gathering? Would you like to ask about buying a print book in bulk? Connect! Email shalonda.whitmore@gmail.com Text or Voice message (929) 322-HOPE [That’s 929-322-4673] Donate: paypal.me/ShalondaWhitmore