Authors

Deann Elma Scott is a Grenadian author and a dedicated Registered Nurse and Midwife, bringing a unique depth of understanding and empathy to her storytelling. Her debut novel, Beauty Waiting in the Shadows, is a poignant exploration of love, resilience, and the triumph of faith over adversity.

Blending her passion for writing and music, Deann has also released two soulful singles, You Can’t Cage Love and Can’t Stop Love, inspired by the heart of her novel. With a career rooted in caregiving and a life enriched by her Caribbean heritage, Deann’s creative works resonate with authenticity and hope.

When she’s not writing or composing, Deann is an advocate for empowering others, weaving her experiences into projects that inspire and uplift her audience.

Emma Wells, born in East Lancashire, England, is a 49-year-old author who has emerged as a voice for the often overlooked and silent sufferers in society. From a tender age, Emma harboured a passion for writing and always envisioned herself penning down stories that would captivate hearts. Little did she know that her journey would lead her to tackle a profoundly controversial topic.

In the wake of publishing her book, "Unseen Victims," Emma recognised the potential to extend her impact beyond the pages of her work. Motivated by a deep sense of empathy and a commitment to making a difference, she embarked on a project aimed at providing support to the countless individuals navigating the intricate web of the UK Criminal Justice System while standing beside their loved ones.

With a wealth of experience accumulated over eight years, Emma has lived through and learned from the challenges and tribulations faced by those supporting individuals entangled in the legal system. Her unique perspective is rooted in the real, often harrowing, experiences of people coping with the repercussions of their loved ones' encounters with the law.

Emma's work sheds light on a reality that many are unfamiliar with – the daily struggles, stigma, and emotional toll experienced by those thrust into the role of supporting someone through the labyrinthine journey of the criminal justice system. Her dedication to raising awareness stems from the belief that these circumstances can befall anyone, at any time, dispelling the myth that such challenges are exclusive to a particular demographic.

In "Unseen Victims," Emma Wells not only captures the essence of these untold stories but also lays the foundation for a broader movement of support and understanding. Through her book and subsequent projects, she aims to give a voice to the voiceless and shine a spotlight on the unseen victims, fostering a compassionate community that recognises the humanity behind the headlines.

Emma's journey from aspiring writer to advocate for those navigating the complexities of the criminal justice system exemplifies the power of storytelling as a catalyst for social change. Her work stands as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the potential for empathy to bridge gaps in understanding within society

Inspired by her own life and the many colorful people she’s met, Amani Shakhete (Uh-ma-nee-sha-keet) was born in Osaka, Japan to an Air Force family. She uses the pen name Amani Shakhete (also Boss Amanishakhete), derived from an ancient Nubian Queen, Amanishakheto.

This fiction author captures the attention of readers from 16 to 60, intrigued by the unique stories she tells and characters she introduces, such as the African-American female protagonists Emmanuella Crumley in Wrong Daughter: Night of the Blood Moon and LaTonya Ellis in the LaTonya Series.

Under her birth name (S. L. McDaniel), she holds an Associate of Science (Portland Community College) and Bachelor of Science in Business and Communications (Concordia U.), Business and International Relations graduate studies (University of East London), and a Master of Fine Arts in Fiction (Lindenwood U.).

Joy Denise Johnson is a published author and multifaceted professional specializing in writing, graphic design, 

and graphic illustration. With a strong background in marketing, Joy has contributed her creative expertise to a

variety of businesses and nonprofit organizations. She has also served as an educator, teaching speech and drama to

high school students, as well as being a former Preschool teacher whom she inspired through her passion for the arts.

An ardent lover of literature, Joy's favorite book is Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë, and she draws artistic 

inspiration from masters such as Monet, Sargent, Waterhouse, Kryer, and Renoir. Her interests extend beyond the arts to

include a fascination with ancient history and a love for travel.

In her free time, Joy enjoys outdoor adventures, including biking and swimming. She treasures moments spent with her son

and their spirited Chihuahua, finding peace in nature and the simple pleasures of life in South Carolina. 

Born in Pascagoula, Mississippi in 1965 and currently residing in Bay Minette, Alabama Baldwin County area. Nine of ten siblings, parent deceased. Born with severe cerebral palsy from birth and have under several surgeries throughout my life. Pascagoula High School graduated 1in 984 with honors. Attended the University of South Alabama for several years, but financial hardship prevented me from finishing the course, a recent graduate of Full sail with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in creative writing for Entertainment.

Writing fiction, poetry, prose, short fiction, and recently game narrative writing for years now and have been published by IUniverse.com for the work mentioned above. This year 2022-23 I finished and published a series of interactive game narrative materials featured at itch.io where a link is provided for the viewer and the narrative game can be purchased. “Zombie-Man Interactive Game Series” is the working title so far.

My immediate plans are to publish a sequel to “Looking Through a Mirror Darkly” with Iuniverse.com, complete the Zombie-man game narrative series, and work on a few script drafts for submission to agents over the near future. Also, to turn the game narrative into a book series

hello am Victoria,  but I like being called vicky. am 21 years old, am a teacher and also  a 400L part-time student , studying the major : ACCOUNTING  in the university of  Abuja. thank you 

Italian. Much too old. Been a teacher for more than 30 years. Love any kind of music (with a preference for rock)  motorcycles, painting. Always wanted to write stories but started publishing just a few years ago.