author & educator

Ain’s first love is writing beautiful stories for children, and she’s deeply motivated by the need for more diverse characters and storytellers in children’s literature. She’s published three children's books, Ari J.’s Kinky, Curly Crown, Ari J.’s Firefly Rescue, and Ayo’s Adventure: Across the African Diaspora from Afro to Zulu.

Ain earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature with an emphasis on professional writing and an M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education. She’s worked in education and as a content writer for various organizations for over a decade.

By day, Ain is an elementary school interventionist. As an educator, her goal is for all children to experience the joy of immersing themselves in the magic of books.

She’s also been a word slinger for PR companies, nonprofit organizations, and, most recently, Black Girl MATHgic. She revels in making brands pop and highlighting entrepreneurs and creatives with content that draws genuine attention and intrigue. Currently, Ain volunteers as the Story Seeds editor for Raising Mothers, where she shares the inspirations and processes of fellow children’s book authors.

And because Ain is always ready to talk books, she appreciates every moment she’s asked to speak to audiences about children’s literature and literacy or read stories to eager groups of little ones.