A word from a prominent Reader

It's not everyday you get a note in the mail from one of America's most talented poets, distinguished professors, and activist--Nikki Giovanni. Ms. Giovanni granted me the right to reference her poem "Nikki Rosa" in my novel Natural Elements. It's a wonderful poem about growing up and about family. I sent Ms. Giovanni two copies of Natural Elements. I'm pleased to say she enjoyed reading this story about a young woman of black-Caribbean/South Asian descent struggling with the racism coming from both family members and friends because of her mixed race. Ms. Giovanni stated, "I enjoyed discovering your talent." I only wished that I could convey to her how much her writing has influenced me and helped shape the character of Geeta.