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Author Spotlight w/ Latoyia R. Morgan — The Heart Behind September Hues

Latoyia R. Morgan — mother, wife, poet, and creative storyteller — joins Neil to share the heartfelt inspiration behind her children’s poetry book, September Hues.Her writing journey began in early adolescence, journaling poems about love, joy, loss, and everyday life. Years later, her daughter’s unforgettable “Toy Tales” bedtime stories reignited her passion for writing and inspired her to create September Hues — a warm, poetic tribute to fall and childhood wonder.The book features real photographs of her daughter, blending poetry, nature, imagination, and family memories.Now, Latoyia is expanding her craft and is already drafting her first novel for pre-teens and teens — a story centered on four girls named after the seasons.🌟 Key Topics Discussed🍁 How her daughter inspired September HuesThe magical moment that sparked Latoyia’s return to poetry.✍️ Her evolution as a poetFrom teenage journals to professionally published work.🍂 Why fall/autumn plays a central roleHow the season’s beauty, symbolism, and emotional depth shaped her book’s theme.📸 Creating a book with real family photosThe process behind capturing authentic childhood images.📚 Future projects: novels & children’s storytellingHer goal to publish books for pre-teens/teens and explore longer-form fiction.📖 Tips for new and aspiring authorsFrom finding confidence to navigating publishing.📘 About the Book: September HuesSeptember Hues is a poetic celebration of autumn — the colors, emotions, and imagination of the season — told through the eyes of a child. Blending nature, rhythm, and real photography, Latoyia’s book offers families a cozy, heartfelt reading experience perfect for fall and beyond.🛒 Where to Buy September Hues✔ Amazon — September Hues by Latoyia R. Morgan
✔ Barnes & Noble (online)🌐 Connect with Latoyia R. MorganWebsite: LatoyiaMorgan.com