Jonae was 13 years old when she became a published author. She has written three books with Shout Mouse Press, Trinitoga, The Day Tajon Got Shot, and most recently, Deena Misses Her Mom.

“I wrote this book because it’s a lot of black teenagers getting killed and [this book] can help kids understand what is going on. It’s part of what will help adults understand this is serious, too.” -Jonae, on the importance of writing The Day Tajon Got Shot

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