Author Biography
Michelle L. Myers grew up dreaming of writing books, composing music and having a career in radio, television and film. Michelle started her journey in 1990 when she was crowned Miss Bethany, Oklahoma and then Miss Dessert of Oklahoma. In 1994, she was crowned Miss Black Austin, Texas (Metroplex).
In 1990, she went to the University of Oklahoma majoring in both English and Pre-Med/Physics. Michelle L. Myers has published 14 books and countless musical compositions.
In 2006, Michelle was on the official ballot for the Grammys, Song of the Year (co-writer) and Best Gospel Song (co-writer). In 2007, she was nominated for Record of the Year (co-writer) and Song of the Year (co-writer).
Composing music, Michelle pursues her passions as she continues to write, record, produce music. Additionally, she manages her children's music: 8 Chicken Nuggets: Diamond Myers-Walters, Rose Myers-Walters, Tyler S. Walters, Tyson D. Walters.
Michelle has received certifications as an End of Life Care Specialist, Crisis Management Training, and studies Healing Touch. Gifted with a prophetic gift of knowing, Michelle also supports people on their spiritual paths. She has volunteered for Oklahoma Victims Services, as a survivor of violent crime, and in honor of her friend Christopher David Terry, murdered in January of 1999.
She and her children are diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum and have a rare connective tissue disorder called Ehlers Danlos. In addition, Michelle is less than 1 of 100 people diagnosed with Foreign Accent Syndrome, after having suffered a mini-stroke.
As a single mom of seven, she wanted to show her children and others you can still have live a life of purpose and joy despite challenges in life. Michelle L. Myers resides just outside of Phoenix, Arizona with her precious children who daily bring her joy, purpose and love. Their family moto: Don't let the challenge dictate the course!