Hi, I’m Nadine!

I’m an educator, mentor, and author who loves words, purpose, and soulful storytelling. I was born in Florida with roots in the rich, revolutionary soil of Haiti. I’m also a proud alumna of thee GREAT Bethune-Cookman University.

Writing has always been my safe space. As a child, I filled notebooks with love songs and short stories, but I never imagined becoming an author. During my freshman year at Bethune-Cookman, my African American History professor encouraged me to write. I laughed at the thought of ever becoming an author. But you know, God is the greatest storyteller and the greatest plot twister.

A difficult season in 2019–2020, when I found myself struggling with my confidence and identity, led me to the Notes app in my phone. One evening in February, while sitting in my car, I began to write. I reflected on the negative things I had been consistently telling myself and wondered if I would ever allow one of my high school girls to speak to themselves that way. The answer was no.

That night, Imani’s Crown, my debut children’s book, was born.

I wrote for the little girl in me who needed a big hug and a little reassurance. Imani’s Crown is a love letter to self-confidence. In writing it, I began to rediscover my own light.

Now, I write for the little girl I once was, inspired by the woman I’m becoming.

My latest book, Imani’s Joy, celebrates life’s simple yet powerful joys, the kind that cost little but can transform lives. I hope it inspires you to embrace your joys, share them with others, and be a light in someone else’s dark moment.