Poet Highlight
MAXINE SMITH-PENDARVIS
Maxine Smith-Pendarvis, the author of INSPIRED, has dedicated her life to helping others find healing and strength. Beginning her journey as a poet from a young age, Maxine has always been drawn to words that uplift and resonate. Over the years, she’s filled journals with reflections on faith, resilience, and the beauty of life’s quiet moments. A devoted community member and a deacon in her church, Maxine combines her background as a therapist with her passion for poetry to create works that offer hope and renewal.
Her debut collection, INSPIRED, invites readers to explore their inner landscapes, find solace in spirituality, and embrace the transformative power of grace.
Reviews
“Inspiring, relatable poems that will lift your spirits, open your heart, and make you smile.
Karen E. Osborne,
Award Winning and Kindle Best selling author of True Grace and Reckonings