Sheryl A. Richards

Sheryl A. Richards is a published author, social entrepreneur, accomplished musician (vocalist and saxophonist), experienced hairdresser, and educator who was born and raised in Birmingham, England. She is an artistic and well-travelled individual who fondly refers to herself as a ‘creative’, and also finds time to be a wife and mother of two. With over 20 years of experience of working with children and young people (in both England and America), Sheryl has developed a wealth of knowledge and a passion for the development of emotional intelligence in children. Sheryl began writing children’s books after having her first child in 2011. She was inspired by thoughts of her childhood; longing for culturally diverse books that represented the multicultural community in which she lived. That is why she creates books to promote and celebrate diversity. They also allow children to develop their emotional intellect and self-worth. Sheryl is a strong believer that reading enhances empathy and leads to a greater understanding of people outside of one’s social norm. She has written books like My Hair Curls, My Skin is… (published) and What Do You See When You Look at Me? (in process of publication) to support the foundation for future learning.