O’Jay Barr is an Atlanta-based, NJ born, author creating stories that spark stimulating conversations about relationships in the LGBTQ+ Community.
Where it all began….
Growing up, I always had a natural love for books and would read everything I could get my hands on. Reading for me was a gateway into the arts and helped spark my creative mind. At age five, I started dancing (mainly ballet) but was trained in different dance genres. Dancing led me to eventually acting and then writing. I primarily started writing poetry and short stories. Poems were my favorite to write; I could create a poem at the drop of a dime. I loved giving away framed custom poems; I’m sure my mother and grandmother have tons of them stored away somewhere. I even wrote poetry and wedding vows for my mother’s coworkers. As much as I loved all aspects of the arts, writing was my gift until one day I lost it. What was once second nature for me suddenly disappeared, and then LIFE happened! I was raising my daughters, working, and going to school, so like many other women – some of my dreams took a back burner and were replaced by real life. Now, I’ve finally returned to my love and passion for writing, and I am happy to be able to share my gift with the world!