From Teen Author to 38 Books: Shanti Hershenson's Writing Journey

In this episode of Hidden Secrets in Books, Dominic sits down with Shanti Hershenson an accomplished young author, anti-bullying advocate, poet, and social media creator who has written 38 books before graduating high school.Shanti shares how a childhood love of storytelling grew into a prolific writing career spanning science fiction, fantasy, dystopian fiction, and contemporary novels. She opens up about the discipline required to balance school with writing, the realities of publishing as a teen author, and how platforms like TikTok have helped her connect with thousands of readers.The conversation also explores the deeply personal inspiration behind You Won't Know Her Name, her novel-in-verse about middle school bullying. As an advocate for kindness and inclusion, Shanti discusses the lasting impact of bullying, why schools must do more to address it, and how storytelling can foster empathy, healing, and change.Whether you're an aspiring writer, a parent, an educator, or simply someone who loves inspiring stories, this episode is filled with practical advice, creativity, and encouragement to pursue your dreams—no matter your age.In this episode, you'll discover:- How Shanti became a published author at such a young age.- The habits that helped her write dozens of books while in school.- The publishing lessons every aspiring author should know.- How TikTok can help authors build an audience and sell books.- Why she chose to write a novel in verse about bullying.- Encouragement for young writers and teens facing challenges.Connect with Shanti Hershenson:🌐 Website: https://www.shantihershenson.com/📚 Explore Shanti's books and learn more about her writing journey through her website.If you enjoyed this episode, follow Hidden Secrets in Books, leave a rating and review, and share this conversation with a young writer or reader who dreams of telling their own story.