Michelle G. Stradford is a bestelling Author, Architect, Artist and Photographer who creates written, visual and inhabitable art. In addition to poetry, she has written short stories and fiction since adolescence. Her writing style is contemporary free verse, as her goal is to create poetry and prose that is relatable, connects with and is inspiring to her readers. 

Michelle has had the privilege of traveling the world and loves sharing her interpretation of love, life, friendship, and community. She thrives on using words, art and photography to tell stories that evoke emotions or make connections with others. 

Michelle published her first poetry book, "When Love Rises" in April 2019 debuting as the No. 1 Release in Poetry Books about Love, and has ranked in the top 5 in multiple poetry categories on Amazon. It celebrates love, offers comfort in heartbreak and provides inspiration for healing and trying love again. A must read for poetry lovers. 

I'm Rising" is the second of three books planned in her "Rising" series. It is an inspiring poetry collection written to ignite a spark and remind us that facing and conquering our emotional pain builds inner strength and resilience. It will be released on September 3, 2019. Her third book is due out in November.