Annise is a passionate community advocate, speaker, and host dedicated to empowering others. Annise has been writing since she was a little girl, and But Then She Smiled is her very first published book. She believes in making bold moves for a bright future.
In her spare time, she enjoys exploring new places, reading, writing, of course, playing Scrabble, and indulging in news bingeing. A strong advocate for the idea that happiness is an inside job, she embraces life with her mantra: "Live, Love, Laugh." Through her writing and community engagements, Annise inspires everyone to unleash their inner kindness and positivity, encouraging them to "Stand Tall - Shine On" as they navigate their own journeys of growth and empowerment.