Accomplishments - Charron Monaye

Contributed to the book anthology Best Poems of 1995: The National Library of Poetry

December 5, 2008 – Started writing journey under the name Pen Legacy at Kandi Burrus’s event in Atlanta, GA.
Secured the position of Staff Writer of The Philadelphia Forum, under The Philadelphia Association of Paralegals

Wrote lyrics for ML The Truth’s song “Commitment”, which was later considered for a Grammy Award in the category Best R&B Song.
Contributed to the Book Anthologies: A Poetically Spoken Anthology, Vol. 1 and Voices Behind The Tears
Became a published author; My Side of the Story released under Purposeful Publishing.

Became a Journalist and Contributing Columnist for CNN iReport
Recognized as Outstanding Contribution to Poetry by Great Poets Across America
Contributed to book anthologies The Homeless Cry and Stars in Our Hearts: Diversity
Wrote and co-produced first theatrical production, Living Your Life.
Released second book, Living, Loving, & Laughing My Way Through.

Honored in Cleveland, OH by the organization Girls on Fire; received the Presidential Award and Best Independent Author Award.
Wrote and produced theatrical production, Why Can’t We Be Friends, an anti-bullying play.

Why Can’t We Be Friends, an anti-bullying play, won Best Real-Life Drama Stage Play at the Playwright Awards in Queens, NY.

Released & became an Amazon Best-Selling Author with third release, Love the Real You, published under Pen Legacy Publishing.
Pen Legacy Publishing officially opened for business
Published three new authors, Summer Willow Fitch, Vaughn McNeill, and La’Mena Marie

Released & became an Amazon Best-Selling Author with fourth release, STOP Asking for Permission & Give Notice.
Published new author AJ Harrison.
Hired to write two theatrical productions, Oliva Lost & Turned Out and Til Death Do U Part.
Completed formal training through Dimensioned Wellness, LLC; becoming a Life Coach.

Named “Woman Who Is Doing It Big” at Millionaire Mogul, Tiana Von Johnson’s Women Doing It Big Conference in New York City.
Co-authored memoirs by Neo-Soul Singer/Songwriter Jaguar Wright and Philadelphia Police Officer Deborah Rose.
Published four new authors: Deborah Rose, Jaguar Wright, Briana McKnight, and Khristina Barnes.
Hired to write two theatrical productions, Testify and Cheatin’ In the Next Room.
Pen Legacy officially registered as a Limited Liability Corporation.
Participated in the Literary Takeover Book Signing in New Orleans, LA, during Essence Festival.
Studied “Writing for Television” under television producer, screenwriter, and author Shonda Rhimes.
Received professional recognition and endorsement from Word of Life Christian Fellowship; appointed as “Fellow of the Most Excellent Order of International Experts (FOIE)” in the field of Entrepreneurship.
Received Honorary Doctorate Degree in Philosophy from CICA International University & Seminary.
Became an Amazon Best-Selling Author with my book, STOP Asking for Permission & Give Notice.
Brand advertised in a digital marketing billboard campaign in Times Square– Manhattan, NY.
Released book, 2018 Legacy Journal & Planner: A Planning Tool for your Freedom & Future.
Contributed to book anthology Delayed, But Not Denied Vol. 2
Rise and Grind Ambassador for Shark Tank’s Daymond John’s newest book, Rise and Grind.

Theatrical production Get Out of Your Own Way premieres in Hollywood, CA.
Released book, I Want To Quit My Job.: 8 Entrepreneurial Strategies For Massive Results While Employed.
Released two book anthologies, Bruised, Broken & Blessed & “Get Out of Your Own Way”
Studied under NAACP Image Award-winning author Victoria Christopher Murray.
Featured Author at the 2018 NAACP National Convention & Panelist
Published eight authors through Pen Legacy Publishing
Pen Legacy officially trademarked and received a business license in Montgomery County, PA.

Theatrical production Get Out of Your Own Way completed an encore performance in Hollywood, CA.& premiere on 42nd St in Manhattan, NY
Compiled & Published two book anthologies, “Get Out of Your Own Way” Vol 2 & Vol. 3
Released two books, Fear Is A Crime and Secure Your Legacy Journal
Secured & Revealed nine Times Square Billboards for Pen Legacy Published Authors
Received a Certificate of Recognition from Jersey City Mayor Steven M. Fulop, a Senate Citation from the Senate of New Jersey, a New Jersey General Assembly Resolution, and Office of the Hudson County Executive Citation.
Published fourteen authors through Pen Legacy Publishing
Hired a Social Media Manager, Blogger & Virtual Assistant
Secured a ghostwriting project through Pen Legacy Publishing

Compiled book anthology Slay Your Legacy: 9 Keys to Manifesting The Life You Want
Published twenty-six authors through Pen Legacy Publishing
Celebrated Pen Legacy Publishing 5th year anniversary on May 11, 2020
Released books, When Shift Happens: 21 Days of Celebrating the Lessons of Life & Detours (devotional) & Michelle and Her Magical Pen (children’s)
Coached & Worked with eight authors through my Author Mastermind Programs
Hosted When Shift Happens Book Summit and Pen Legacy’s Book Festival
Secured training through Shark Tank’s Daymond John Marketing Course
Secured three ghostwriting projects through Pen Legacy Publishing
Celebrated 10 years as a published author. My first solo book, My Side of the Story was published on November 4, 2010, through Purposeful Publishing.