As I grew up, I was interested in other areas, too, especially literature. It became a major love of mine. Later, it became a difficult choice for me as to whether to major in music or literature. It wasn't until my 30s that I began a profession in music.
I think that black fiction authors have to work very hard to avoid being typed as seeking only a black audience.
I'm trying to get across the message that don't be afraid of animals, they're just put on this earth to help the environment and everything like that.

