Marilyn Ferrell has been writing poetry since her late teens/early twenties, after following several poets such as Langston Hughes and Maya Angelou. She says, "It took some time for me to discover my 'poetic voice', but once I did, I was able to hone my poetry, choosing subjects that were current interest when I wrote them (such as the need for the black community to learn to stand together, which is addressed in 'Tyehimba'), and all of them containing either religious or inspirational vibes."

Her passions include poetry writing/reading, church, and community outreach. She uses her poetry for the latter, such as hosting poetry slams, and earmarking the proceeds for provision of food and other items for the local homeless community.

Currently, she is seeking to get her work professionally published. Please refer to her website,www.poeticexpression.vpweb.com for future updates on her writing.

You can contact Ms. Ferrell via e-mail at leighm_72@sbcglobal.net or by sending an e-mail to TimBookTu and it will be forwarded.