Everyone wants to be a star, but not everyone has the dedication and talent to actually make it happen. Today we want to introduce to you this beautiful and talented rising star Shauntierra Wilson. At only 15 years old Shauntierra knew she wanted to inspire and change the lives of those around her. While typical teenagers were busy partying and hanging out she decided to spend hours diligently typing what would be known as her debut novel "True Survivor".
Interviewer; Tell us what inspired you to write your novel? I once read a quote it said "If you can't find a book you like on the shelf, write it" and so that's exactly what I did. Growing up in a prominently Caucasian school, there weren't many books with girls on the cover that looked like me. I needed to tell a story girls like myself could relate to. True Survivor is not only real and authentic for the African American Community, but for young girls of all nationalities and backgrounds. We all have days where maybe we don't feel good enough, pretty enough, tall enough skinny enough, we have doubts about ourselves and that's what needed to change. It was extremely important for me to let girls know they are beautiful and worthy without needing validation.
Interviewer: Wow Shauntierra, that is extremely powerful. Thank you for being the Voice to people who may feel silenced.
Yes! And that's the thing, a lot of people do feel silenced. I knew if I had a platform I had to use it to help other people. i wanted a novel that was raw, real, and powerful which is why I feature topics such as teen suicide something we are seeing happening way too often. I also talked about bullying, depression, teen pregnancy, and HIV,
Interviewer: "True Survivor sounds like an extreme must read how can we purchase a copy?
You can grab a copy of "True Survivor" on Amazon! (Link is below)
Interviewer: Awesome Now let's talk about your other endeavors because I know you are one busy young lady!
Outside of Writing, I take pride in being a motivational speaker, Radio/ Media Personality, Entrepreneur, and Journalist (for Young Millionaire Magazine), I am working on adding playwright and director to the list!
Interviewer: You also won a beauty pageant correct?
Yes! I was the first Miss Black Teen Illinois US Ambassador! Throughout my year of reign I made several TV and News Stations, and I was active in my community volunteering and speaking every weekend! Now I am a college student studying Mass Communications. That same year i won the 2017 National Youth Activist Award!
Shauntierra Wilson is one of the most dedicated and hard working dedicated person I have met! To be only 19 years old there is no doubt we will see Shauntierra on our TV screens in the near future. Make sure to connect with Shauntierra now while you still can because as we all can see she does not plan on stopping anytime soon. We are excited to have her on our team!
Facebook: Shauntierra Wilson
Instagram: @officialshauntierrawilson
Email: shauntierrawilson@yahoo.com
Purchase True Survivor here: https://www.amazon.com/True-Survivor-Shauntierra-Wilson-ebook/dp/B01BJ20160
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