Riyan's Backyard Adventures

Gloria T. Williams is the author of Riyan's Backyard Adventures book series and A Seed That Grew in Me. She earned her MBA from Webster University and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management with a minor in Marketing from Savannah State University.Her love for writing began in childhood, when journaling became a source of peace and reflection. Inspired by her two daughters, she began writing stories that celebrate family, faith, and resilience. Her first book blossomed from the miraculous moments that helped her family stay hopeful during the pandemic. She later wrote a book series of inspiring stories based on true events during a time of darkness. Her latest book, titled "The Seed that Grew in Me," takes one to church without ever setting foot in the building. Through her books, she is on a mission to promote literacy and inspire our youth.