Wahida Clark is a four-time New York Times Bestselling Author and a TedX speaker. She's not just a book publishing and writing coach but also has a life story fit for the big screen. During her 9 ½-year incarceration, Wahida enrolled in a creative writing course and hand wrote 7 novels on yellow legal pads, a practice she continues today. Before being released, she secured a literary agent and struck deals with two major publishing houses.
To date, she has authored 26 books and published over 150 titles. Beyond writing, Clark is a motivational speaker and mentor, inspiring audiences in juvenile facilities, schools, halfway houses, prisons, and organizations around the country to dream big and make the most of their time.
As a four-time New York Times bestselling author of 26 books, Wahida Clark is hailed as the Official Queen of Street Literature. Her journey is far from ordinary: she served 9 1/2 years in federal prison, where she not only founded a publishing company but also caught the eye of Martha Stewart, who reviewed her business plan.
Today, she serves as a mentor and President of Prodigal Sons and Daughters Redirection Services, a 501(c)(3) focused on mental and behavioral health, substance abuse, and life skills training. Known for her transformative "From Worst to First" philosophy, she emphasizes that one's past does not define their future and is the epitome of ‘From Prison To Power.’
Wahida Clark has sold over 1.5 million books, published more than 150 titles, and just signed on as the Exclusive US Content Provider of books, film and music on prison tablets, solidifying her reputation as a Distribution Queen in the literary world. She also excels as a Celebrity Book Writing Coach and Book Branding Coach, empowering others to share their stories. With a history of youth development work for disenfranchised communities, she embodies the essence of resilience and innovation, making her an inspiring speaker for a diverse range of audiences.