From Reader to Writer: Lakisha Burkett's Creative Evolution

Louisiana author Lakisha Burkett shares her journey from avid reader to published writer, revealing how personal experiences and her grandmother's stories shape her emotionally charged novels.• Writing journey began with husband's support, who bought her first book cover• Draws story inspiration from real-life experiences and family stories• "Dear Diary" inspired by grandmother's stories, written in just one month• Creates realistic endings that don't always resolve happily• Book "Everybody Ain't Your Friend" based on a real toxic friendship• Balances motherhood, working from home, and writing at her own pace• Upcoming book "Let You Down" explores difficult choices when dreams clash with family obligations• Writes part-time but aspires to potentially become a full-time author• Husband is also writing a book seriesFind Lakisha Burkett on Instagram at there_go_keisha, on TikTok as Arthur Lakisha Burkett, and on Facebook as LaKeisha Burton.outro