Meet Timmisha Peery of Ohio

Today we’d like to introduce you to Timmisha Peery.

Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
I grew up in a small town, and honestly, life has taken me in quite a few different directions. I’ve been married, divorced, remarried, raised three children, and eventually made my way to Ohio. I spent several years working in healthcare before deciding to make a career change and go into education.

But writing has always been something I’ve loved. Even as a child and teenager, I was always writing short stories and poetry. Somewhere along the way, life happened, and writing kind of took a back seat.

When my children were younger, I used to make up bedtime stories for them. The funny thing is, my stories were never really short. What was supposed to be one bedtime story would turn into something that lasted several nights, sometimes even longer. My children loved them, and they were always asking what was going to happen next.

As I got older, I started thinking about the kind of legacy I wanted to leave behind for my children. I wanted them to know that just because life takes you in a different direction doesn’t mean you have to give up on the things you love.

My children were actually the ones who encouraged me to publish. They knew how much I loved storytelling, and they kept pushing me to do something with it. So I finally decided to listen to them and turn one of my stories into a novel. That’s how Laveau Chronicles: Revelations came to be.

For me, becoming a published author isn’t just about having my name on a book. It’s about doing something I’ve loved since childhood and showing my children that it’s never too late to follow a dream. And if I’m being completely honest, I probably wouldn’t have taken that leap without them encouraging me along the way.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
I’m an educator and a published author, and I think the two complement each other pretty well. Both allow me to be creative, connect with people, and share my love for learning and storytelling. I spent several years working in healthcare before transitioning into education, where I’ve taught students from elementary through high school. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies and am currently working toward my master’s degree in educational leadership.

As an author, I write paranormal fantasy with elements of romance, mythology, magic, and the supernatural. My debut novel, Laveau Chronicles: Revelations, is the first book in a series I’ve spent quite a bit of time developing. I’ve always had a pretty active imagination. Even as a child, I enjoyed writing poetry and stories. Writing was just something I loved doing, but I never really thought about publishing anything until later in life.

I think what makes my writing a little different is that I like creating characters who have these incredible powers but still deal with everyday struggles. They’re not perfect, and I don’t want them to be. They make mistakes, have complicated relationships, struggle with their identities, and sometimes have no idea what they’re doing, just like the rest of us! They just happen to have a little magic and supernatural chaos thrown into the mix. I also enjoy taking different mythologies and supernatural beings and putting my own spin on them.

As an educator, I’m probably best known for my patience, understanding, and the relationships I build with my students. I’ve been complimented quite a few times on the rapport I have with children, especially those who struggle academically, socially, or behaviorally. I try to look beyond the behavior and understand what’s actually going on with the child. Sometimes there’s a lot more happening than what we see on the surface. I think that carries over into my writing because I enjoy creating characters who have different personalities, backgrounds, and experiences that influence their decisions.

What I’m most proud of is finally taking something I’ve loved doing for years and turning it into an actual book. My children were the ones who encouraged me to publish my work, and seeing my name on the cover for the first time was definitely one of those “Wow, I actually did this!” moments. And now my youngest has decided he wants to be a writer too. He’s actually helping me work on the second book, Laveau Chronicles: Awakening, which makes the whole experience even better.

I’m still fairly new to the publishing world, so I wouldn’t say I’ve made a name for myself as an author just yet. But I hope that as more people discover my work, I’ll become known for creating interesting worlds, complex characters, and stories that keep readers wanting to know what happens next.

As far as what sets me apart, I think it’s the different experiences I’ve had throughout my life and how they’ve shaped the way I see things. I bring a little bit of that into everything I do, whether it’s teaching or writing. When it comes to my books, I’m not really trying to follow a particular formula. I write the kinds of stories I would want to read, and I let my imagination go wherever it takes me. Sometimes that gets a little complicated, but honestly, that’s half the fun!

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
What I’m most proud of is finally taking something I’ve loved doing for years and turning it into an actual book. My children were the ones who encouraged me to publish my work, and seeing my name on the cover for the first time was definitely one of those “Wow, I actually did this!” moments. And now my youngest has decided he wants to be a writer too. He’s actually helping me work on the second book, Laveau Chronicles: Awakening, which makes the whole experience even more special.

I’m still fairly new to the publishing world, so I wouldn’t say I’ve made a name for myself as an author just yet. But I hope that as more people discover my work, I’ll become known for creating interesting worlds, complex characters, and stories that keep readers wanting to know what happens next.

I’ve also recently gotten back into acting, which is something I hadn’t done since high school. I had a small role in the stage play Loose Her and was an extra in the movie Science Boy Goes to Hell. Both projects gave me the opportunity to work alongside my brother, Stephen Walker, which made the experience even more enjoyable. It’s been fun getting back into something I used to love, and I’m excited to see where that takes me as well.

As far as what sets me apart, I think it’s the different experiences I’ve had throughout my life and how they’ve shaped the way I see things. I bring a little bit of that into everything I do, whether it’s teaching, writing, or acting. I enjoy being creative and trying new things, even if it means stepping outside my comfort zone. When it comes to my books, I’m not really trying to follow a particular formula. I write the kinds of stories I would want to read, and I let my imagination go wherever it takes me. Sometimes that gets a little complicated, but honestly, that’s half the fun!

What matters most to you?
What matters most to me is my family, without a doubt. I’ve learned that tomorrow isn’t promised to anyone, so you have to enjoy the people you love while you have them. Make memories, laugh, spend time together, and just enjoy life because you never know what tomorrow might bring. Unfortunately, that’s something I learned pretty early in life.

Growing up, I was definitely a daddy’s girl. My dad was my world. Don’t get me wrong, I’m close to my mother too, but my dad and I had a special bond. We even shared the same birthday, so we were a pair! When he was diagnosed with cancer while I was in high school, it was devastating. I spent a good portion of my teenage years helping care for him, and when I lost him at 23, it really changed how I looked at life.

I learned that life is precious and you have to make the most of the time you’re given. You can’t keep putting things off because you think you’ll have tomorrow. You have to live, enjoy the little things, and most importantly, love. And when you love someone, love them hard!

I think another reason family means so much to me is because I was once told I would never be able to have children. So imagine being told that and then becoming the mother of three! That’s something I will never take for granted. Now, don’t get me wrong, motherhood definitely has its challenges, and there are days when my children drive me absolutely crazy! But I wouldn’t trade being their mother for anything in the world.

I believe our families and the experiences we have growing up play a huge role in shaping who we become. Because of that, I try to be mindful of the memories I’m creating with my own children. If they don’t remember anything else about me, I want them to remember how much their mother loved them. I want them to know that I would do just about anything to see them happy. There’s nothing better than seeing my children smile, hearing them laugh, or watching them get excited about something.

Writing has actually become another way for me to connect with them. One of the reasons I finally decided to publish my book was because I wanted to leave something behind for my children, something that was a part of me that they could always have. And now my youngest has decided he wants to become a writer too! He’s actually helping me write the second book in my series, Laveau Chronicles: Awakening. I can’t tell you how much joy that brings me. Something I started doing because I loved it has now become something my son and I get to share. And who knows, maybe one day we’ll have a book with both of our names on the cover!

At the end of the day, I know what it’s like to lose someone who meant the world to me, and I also know what it’s like to be blessed with something I was told I’d never have. Both experiences have shaped how I look at life. We don’t have a perfect life, and I don’t expect us to. But when my children are older and look back on their childhood, I hope they remember the laughter, the stories, the silly moments, and most importantly, that they were loved. To me, that’s what matters most.

Pricing:

• Laveau Chronicles Book 1 Revelations-6.99 Ebook-Amazon
• Paperback 15.99-Amazon
• Apple books 6.99
• Barnes and Nobles -7.99

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