MEET THE AUTHORS
Michele Fletcher
Author
DJ Mouzon
Author
Born and raised in the Bronx where she spent most of her days. Raised by her paternal grandparents. While in their care spent a great deal of time in Harlem. Receiving full exposure to both burroughs learned a lot of life lessons. Being a resident of the Bronx and hanging in Harlem meant she was able to understand, gleen and foster relationships, experiences and culture that fuels her and her passion for the arts today.
Tanya Smith
Author
Tanya Smith hails from the concrete jungle where dreams are made of, a Harlem native no stranger to the grind or artistic conscientiousness. Street smart, trend setting fashionista that has New York swag coupled with poise, excellence and beauty.
Known for her unique style, gritty laugh and her coined phrase “BOOM”. Tanya can rock African prints to runway items and make them a showstopper. Growing up in New York and always having an ear for all genres of music, enjoying fashion, good food, great books and travel.
While matriculating through New York City Schools Tanya could often be found performing in musical theater as early as middle school. Her love for the arts was furthered while attending Norfolk State University where she majored in Business Management and Computer Information Systems. In addition to a semester at FIT for fashion merchandising.
Tanya has had to reinvent herself and make many changes in the last decade. She has over 20 years in managing multi million dollar retail franchises and has decided to also become an entrepreneur. In 2021 she launched Harlem RoyalT, (Harlemroyalt.com) a Tshirt line displaying her love of Harlem and its rich history. In addition to this she is also throwing her hat in the ring in the world of Creative Writing for SYL Digital Media
One of the most important things to Tanya is family. She comes from a large family and can often be found attending family functions. When she isnt working hard she is spending time with her two beautiful daughters Raena Nicole and Torie Simone.
Her friendships that she has cultivated over the years are also significant to her world as her family. She considers these connections an extension of her family. She is loyal in her friendships and will go above and beyond for her friends without being asked. Tanya strongly believes if she has it and you need it, it’s yours. She literally has given the shirt off her back.
Stay tuned for what this Harlemite will add in the literary world while still wowing you with style and grace.
Riley
Author
Tanya Smith hails from the concrete jungle where dreams are made of, a Harlem native no stranger to the grind or artistic conscientiousness. Street smart, trend setting fashionista that has New York swag coupled with poise, excellence and beauty.
Known for her unique style, gritty laugh and her coined phrase “BOOM”. Tanya can rock African prints to runway items and make them a showstopper. Growing up in New York and always having an ear for all genres of music, enjoying fashion, good food, great books and travel.
While matriculating through New York City Schools Tanya could often be found performing in musical theater as early as middle school. Her love for the arts was furthered while attending Norfolk State University where she majored in Business Management and Computer Information Systems. In addition to a semester at FIT for fashion merchandising.
Tanya has had to reinvent herself and make many changes in the last decade. She has over 20 years in managing multi million dollar retail franchises and has decided to also become an entrepreneur. In 2021 she launched Harlem RoyalT, (Harlemroyalt.com) a Tshirt line displaying her love of Harlem and its rich history. In addition to this she is also throwing her hat in the ring in the world of Creative Writing for SYL Digital Media
One of the most important things to Tanya is family. She comes from a large family and can often be found attending family functions. When she isnt working hard she is spending time with her two beautiful daughters Raena Nicole and Torie Simone.
Her friendships that she has cultivated over the years are also significant to her world as her family. She considers these connections an extension of her family. She is loyal in her friendships and will go above and beyond for her friends without being asked. Tanya strongly believes if she has it and you need it, it’s yours. She literally has given the shirt off her back.
Stay tuned for what this Harlemite will add in the literary world while still wowing you with style and grace.
Ruben CTR
Author
Tanya Smith hails from the concrete jungle where dreams are made of, a Harlem native no stranger to the grind or artistic conscientiousness. Street smart, trend setting fashionista that has New York swag coupled with poise, excellence and beauty.
Known for her unique style, gritty laugh and her coined phrase “BOOM”. Tanya can rock African prints to runway items and make them a showstopper. Growing up in New York and always having an ear for all genres of music, enjoying fashion, good food, great books and travel.
While matriculating through New York City Schools Tanya could often be found performing in musical theater as early as middle school. Her love for the arts was furthered while attending Norfolk State University where she majored in Business Management and Computer Information Systems. In addition to a semester at FIT for fashion merchandising.
Tanya has had to reinvent herself and make many changes in the last decade. She has over 20 years in managing multi million dollar retail franchises and has decided to also become an entrepreneur. In 2021 she launched Harlem RoyalT, (Harlemroyalt.com) a Tshirt line displaying her love of Harlem and its rich history. In addition to this she is also throwing her hat in the ring in the world of Creative Writing for SYL Digital Media
One of the most important things to Tanya is family. She comes from a large family and can often be found attending family functions. When she isnt working hard she is spending time with her two beautiful daughters Raena Nicole and Torie Simone.
Her friendships that she has cultivated over the years are also significant to her world as her family. She considers these connections an extension of her family. She is loyal in her friendships and will go above and beyond for her friends without being asked. Tanya strongly believes if she has it and you need it, it’s yours. She literally has given the shirt off her back.
Stay tuned for what this Harlemite will add in the literary world while still wowing you with style and grace.
BadBee
Author
Born and raised in the Bronx where she spent most of her days. Raised by her paternal grandparents. While in their care spent a great deal of time in Harlem. Receiving full exposure to both burroughs learned a lot of life lessons. Being a resident of the Bronx and hanging in Harlem meant she was able to understand, gleen and foster relationships, experiences and culture that fuels her and her passion for the arts today.
Blankita
Author
Tanya Smith hails from the concrete jungle where dreams are made of, a Harlem native no stranger to the grind or artistic conscientiousness. Street smart, trend setting fashionista that has New York swag coupled with poise, excellence and beauty.
Known for her unique style, gritty laugh and her coined phrase “BOOM”. Tanya can rock African prints to runway items and make them a showstopper. Growing up in New York and always having an ear for all genres of music, enjoying fashion, good food, great books and travel.
While matriculating through New York City Schools Tanya could often be found performing in musical theater as early as middle school. Her love for the arts was furthered while attending Norfolk State University where she majored in Business Management and Computer Information Systems. In addition to a semester at FIT for fashion merchandising.
Tanya has had to reinvent herself and make many changes in the last decade. She has over 20 years in managing multi million dollar retail franchises and has decided to also become an entrepreneur. In 2021 she launched Harlem RoyalT, (Harlemroyalt.com) a Tshirt line displaying her love of Harlem and its rich history. In addition to this she is also throwing her hat in the ring in the world of Creative Writing for SYL Digital Media
One of the most important things to Tanya is family. She comes from a large family and can often be found attending family functions. When she isnt working hard she is spending time with her two beautiful daughters Raena Nicole and Torie Simone.
Her friendships that she has cultivated over the years are also significant to her world as her family. She considers these connections an extension of her family. She is loyal in her friendships and will go above and beyond for her friends without being asked. Tanya strongly believes if she has it and you need it, it’s yours. She literally has given the shirt off her back.
Stay tuned for what this Harlemite will add in the literary world while still wowing you with style and grace.
S.Y.L Staff
Author
Born and raised in the Bronx where she spent most of her days. Raised by her paternal grandparents. While in their care spent a great deal of time in Harlem. Receiving full exposure to both burroughs learned a lot of life lessons. Being a resident of the Bronx and hanging in Harlem meant she was able to understand, gleen and foster relationships, experiences and culture that fuels her and her passion for the arts today.
AK Brown
Author
Tanya Smith hails from the concrete jungle where dreams are made of, a Harlem native no stranger to the grind or artistic conscientiousness. Street smart, trend setting fashionista that has New York swag coupled with poise, excellence and beauty.
Known for her unique style, gritty laugh and her coined phrase “BOOM”. Tanya can rock African prints to runway items and make them a showstopper. Growing up in New York and always having an ear for all genres of music, enjoying fashion, good food, great books and travel.
While matriculating through New York City Schools Tanya could often be found performing in musical theater as early as middle school. Her love for the arts was furthered while attending Norfolk State University where she majored in Business Management and Computer Information Systems. In addition to a semester at FIT for fashion merchandising.
Tanya has had to reinvent herself and make many changes in the last decade. She has over 20 years in managing multi million dollar retail franchises and has decided to also become an entrepreneur. In 2021 she launched Harlem RoyalT, (Harlemroyalt.com) a Tshirt line displaying her love of Harlem and its rich history. In addition to this she is also throwing her hat in the ring in the world of Creative Writing for SYL Digital Media
One of the most important things to Tanya is family. She comes from a large family and can often be found attending family functions. When she isnt working hard she is spending time with her two beautiful daughters Raena Nicole and Torie Simone.
Her friendships that she has cultivated over the years are also significant to her world as her family. She considers these connections an extension of her family. She is loyal in her friendships and will go above and beyond for her friends without being asked. Tanya strongly believes if she has it and you need it, it’s yours. She literally has given the shirt off her back.
Stay tuned for what this Harlemite will add in the literary world while still wowing you with style and grace.
RiaB
Author
Born and raised in the Bronx where she spent most of her days. Raised by her paternal grandparents. While in their care spent a great deal of time in Harlem. Receiving full exposure to both burroughs learned a lot of life lessons. Being a resident of the Bronx and hanging in Harlem meant she was able to understand, gleen and foster relationships, experiences and culture that fuels her and her passion for the arts today.
