Sharnel Young, a devoted wife and mom, embarked on the creation of the "The Adventures of Dony and Sanji" series with a singular purpose — to provide her son, Dontell II, with stories that reflect his own experiences and promote diversity in his reading choices. As she reads to Dontell II daily, Sharnel is driven by a desire to ensure he sees himself represented in the tales that captivate his imagination.

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Married to Dontell for over five years, Sharnel met him at the esteemed Bethune-Cookman University, a foundation that shaped their lasting bond. Dontell, a pillar of support in Sharnel's life, has been instrumental in encouraging her to share these narratives with a broader audience.

 

As a Christian, Sharnel infuses her work with faith and gratitude. "Colors of the World" is just the beginning of a series featuring Dony and Sanji, the beloved family dog, a miniature poodle. Sharnel, with over nine years of experience in corporate America, has successfully launched books for others, but this marks her exhilarating debut as an author-entrepreneur.

 

Grateful and blessed, Sharnel Young invites you to join her in this exciting literary journey. As she introduces diversity and representation into children's literature, she looks forward to sharing more tales that educate, entertain, and inspire young minds.