The author was born and raised in Washington DC. Shanita is an ELA Teacher, Author, Advocate and Business student . She aspired to write since childhood with her first publication in 2013 , the academic author has experienced numerous trials in life involving homelessness, food Insecurity and mental health . " Advocating for others is what I do - I like to help others". The author aspires to touch the hearts and change lives of those who have endured trauma , and unfortunate events in life through motivation, literature and action.