Shay D. Potter (she/they), a Gen X'er and native of Inglewood, California, is a transformational speaker and realistic fiction novelist. A 20-year veteran of the United States Army, they specialized in military intelligence and human behavior analysis. Shay discovered writing again after dealing with a significant life setback and embraced this talent as a tool for teaching others how to navigate life's twists and turns through storytelling. Shay writes about complex characters and their transformations, focusing on the voices of middle-aged and senior women, LGBTQ], and shy or awkward personalities. Their anticipated debut novel, Two Roads Back Together, is out now. You can also check out their highly acclaimed podcast, Crack This ShXt Open! Shay lives in Glen Burnie, Maryland, with her elderly parents and enjoys spending time with them.
