Dr. Vanessa Howard, affectionately known as Dr. V, is an award-winning educator and author. She is also a #1 Amazon Bestselling author with her debut memoir, "From the Projects to a Ph.D." Dr. V. started her writing career writing nonfiction stories for children in elementary schools. Her high interest reading materials were very instrumental in helping students prepare successfully for states annual assessments. Dr. Howard has a passion for literacy, and she can be found volunteering to mentor teachers and students on using effective literacy instruction. Her motto is, "Discover Life, Literacy, and Legacy with Dr. V," all elements can be found in her body of work. Other projects include Christian, contemporary, women's fiction, and non-fiction books that focus on relationships and women's issues. Currently, Dr. Howard conducts professional learning workshops, site-based coaching, and program certifications across the country. She is a dyslexia practitioner, Director of Clinical and Field Experiences for pre-service teachers, and teaches other courses at the university level. In her spare time, she loves to sew and spend quality time with her family.