Cherlnell Lane is a Griot, author, poet, speaker, activist, curator, performer, and facilitator. Lane, The Poetic Storyteller uses her life experiences and words to create incredible worlds, stories, and performances that change the minds of those around her. Her written work has transcended genres and covers a multitude of topics and emotions. Extending past the written word, Cherlnell has proved to be an excellent communicator using her voice, body, and movements to convey messages.