Dimitria L. Cook grew up on the turbulent South Side of Chicago. She is an international bestselling author, empowerment writing coach, executive coach, and international speaker. As the host of The Writer’s Lounge with Dimitria, she inspires and empowers writers-one guest, one conversation, and one genre at a time. In addition, Dimitria has a monthly column, Black Like Me, in the international Modern Warrior Magazine.   

She believes everyone, especially every woman, has a story to tell. She empowers individuals to align with their inner souls and create and share their stories so they may leave a legacy for their loved ones. Her passion for writing began as a child as an avid reader of children’s books. Dimitria still owns her favorite childhood book, “Harold and the Purple Crayon” by Crockett Johnson. Harold’s imagination and determination reflect Dimitria’s resiliency as a fiction writer, non-fiction writer, poet, and playwright.   

Dimitria has a Master of Fine Arts in Playwriting, Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing, and Bachelor of Science in Journalism.