JJ Staples
Author | Irving, TX United States of America |
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J. J. began writing long before she became an author. Many of the poems in Deflowered Lyric were written over two decades ago. Though this is her first published book, she is far from a novice. She wrote extensively during her thirty-five year career. A manager once expressed that her writing was like reading a book and J.J. cred.... more
J. J. began writing long before she became an author. Many of the poems in Deflowered Lyric were written over two decades ago. Though this is her first published book, she is far from a novice. She wrote extensively during her thirty-five year career. A manager once expressed that her writing was like reading a book and J.J. credits God for revealing her purpose. Faithfully, she officially retired to walk in her purpose as ordered by her heavenly father. When asked why she would leave the security of permanent employment, she smiles and replies, “God said so.” She explains her purpose is more than writing. “This is a movement to save our children from sexual abuse. I want to educate children and adults about this once forbidden subject that is continually swept under the rug.” Deflowered Lyric received the distinct honor of Award-Winning Finalist in the “Fiction: African-American” category of the 2014 USA Best Book Awards.
J. J. was born in Buffalo, New York, raised in Pennsylvania and enrolled at George Mason University to study social work. Afterward, she married, raised two children and began her career. When she was offered a promotion in Dallas, Texas, she accepted. The warmer climate was her motivation to transfer, but she remains a devoted Pittsburgh Steelers and Washington Redskins fan. Additionally, her sultry timbre led her to be featured in several national television and radio voice over commercials.
A proud mother of her blended family, J.J. has four children and six perfect grandchildren. Her prayer is that God will bless and protect them while she prepares them for life by passing on her faith and experiences.
Please feel free to contact J. J. for speaking engagements, signings, child sexual abuse insight, how you can assist with saving our children or to share feelings about Deflowered Lyric. God bless you.
J. J. Staples
P.O. Box 631184
Irving, TX 75063
469-708-6613