About Author

Ms. Demi is an author, writer, entrepreneur and co-owner of the Creole Dame Bed & Breakfast and Brandon Investigative Services. She was born and raised in the suburbs of historic New Orleans with its rich culture, music and unique culture and language. She has both Indian (Indigenous) and Creole heritage. Her maternal ancestors were Indians, and her paternal ancestors were Creoles who spoke the native tongue fluently. 

Ms. Demi studied law, business management and photography. Her career journey has landed her key positions in management, case management, marketing, editorial, administration, and legal. She is also a devoted personal/celebrity chef who crafts dishes inspired by her Creole heritage. 

In 2002, Ms. Demi launched Atlanta-based Raw Image Magazine after a short stint as Executive Editor at Atlanta Hair Magazine. She has interviewed a host of actors, artists, musicians, high-profile political figures and entertainment legends. She also produced Fashu, a popular fashion show in Washington, DC..

Ms. Demi had always dreamt of writing books. Her first effort, Bedside Fairy Tales, released in 2000 in Jamestown, NC. She has since published six books, including the award-winning psychological thriller Dark Echoes. 

Featured in several magazines and newspapers from 2000 to 2014, Ms. Demi landed two appearances on the notable Tom Joyner Morning Show in Greensboro, NC and Atlanta GA. Her latest work, Deep South Done: Beyond Gumbo, is scheduled for release late 2024.

Ms. Demi and her husband of 31 years and business partner have two career-oriented adult sons. The couple resides in the American South.