CHARRON MONAYE is a dynamic lyricist, activist, poet and author who have inspired many through her writings. Her gift of poetry and love for addressing social issues were first witnessed by her mother at the age of 12, after she recited her award-winning poem ALONE. In 2011, she released her first book of poetry entitled, My Side of the Story, which shares the thoughts, emotions, and fears of a girl trying to find love, happiness, and her dreams in the midst of lifes obstacles. Her follow-up book of poetry entitled Living, Laughing, and Loving My Way Through will encourage you to laugh, love, and move forward in any facet of life in order to live freely and happy is sla