Accept the Unexpected
During childhood and teenage years, author L. Cherelle wrote short stories and plays, but it was not until 2009 that she decided to take a leap of faith and prove to herself that the process of writing and publishing is surmountable. In December 2009, she transferred her passion for all things handmade to the art of storytelling. L. Cherelle writes stories that reflect the lives and relationships of Southern, lesbian identified Black women in the hope that readers will seek authenticity in their relationships and within themselves. “Through my characters, I hope that all women shed damaging stereotypes and tainted expectations. We can expound on the meaning of womanhood by forming our own definitions.” L. Cherelle uses her relationships and experiences as a jump off for characterization and plot development, pulling lessons from the joys and pains of friends and family members. “It is important that my characters be relatable and a reflection of who I am and what we—Black, lesbian-identified women—experience.” Accept the Unexpected is L. Cherelle’s debut novel and definitely not her last. She is currently writing and editing future Resolute Publishing titles. “Novel writing is an adventure. It has forced me to push myself and believe in myself as well. I look forward to expanding my imagination even more and growing for readers.” L. Cherelle is a native of Memphis, TN.