I am Servontay Moore, writing under the pen name Tay Moore, and I am a seven-time self-published author of both fiction and nonfiction. I write because I believe stories have the power to give a voice to people, communities, and experiences that are too often overlooked, misunderstood, or silenced.
My writing is inspired by the people around me, my own experiences, and the stories I believe deserve to be told. I am especially passionate about representing marginalized voices, including the African American community and the TBI community. Through my work, I strive to paint vivid pictures of real emotions, struggles, relationships, resilience, and triumph. I want readers to see themselves in my stories and, just as importantly, to see people whose experiences may be different from their own.
Writing is more than a career for me, it is my form of advocacy. There are people who remain silent because they fear judgment, rejection, or backlash. I want my books to create space for those voices. Whether I am writing fiction or nonfiction, I want my work to encourage readers to think, feel, question, and recognize the power of their own voice.
That is where I see my work connecting directly with the legacy of Congressman John Lewis. His life was built around speaking up in the face of injustice, even when doing so came with consequences. He understood that progress requires courage, persistence, and people willing to stand up for what they believe is right. His call to make “good trouble” continues to resonate with me as a writer.
At a time when books are being challenged and banned, I believe writing and literacy are more important than ever. I refuse to stop telling stories because someone may be uncomfortable with the voices, experiences, or perspectives within them. I will continue writing because silence cannot create progress.
John Lewis used his voice to challenge injustice and open doors for generations that followed. I use my voice through storytelling. My goal is to keep creating books that represent people who deserve to be heard, inspire readers to embrace their own stories, and remind them that their voices matter.
For me, writing is my “good trouble.” And I intend to keep writing.