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Charlene Marshall: My Extraordinary Odyssey is a book written by Vonnetta Mayo. It is the memoir of a former Morgantown, West Virginia, African American woman mayor and former member of the West Virginia House of Delegates. Charlene Marshall was born and raised in Osage, West Virginia, a small town in rural Monongalia County, and her eventful journey has been full of successful and momentous occasions. She is a substantial part of history and has accomplished several extraordinary achievements. Along the way, she experienced many obstacles, difficulties, and tragedies. But with the love and support of her family, longtime friends, and new friendships she developed on her journey, she persevered. Thus, when she encountered numerous challenges, she never wavered. She remained focused and never allowed anyone to deter her from her path. Charlene Marshall's life story is an inspiration for all women, African Americans, and every reader. It demonstrates that if you work hard enough, you can achieve your goals, regardless of your background and the environment you grew up in. You can succeed, even if you have to overcome disadvantages. Therefore, don't allow anyone to convince you otherwise!

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Vonnetta Mayo was born in Gary, Indiana, and raised in Southern California. She then relocated to the Sunshine State, Florida. Afterward she lived in Morgantown, West Virginia, for two years. Then she moved to New Bremen, Ohio. Now she resides back in the Sunshine State, Florida.Vonnetta Mayo is the youngest of four children. At an early age, she aspired to become a writer. Vonnetta Mayo's mother and father both were influential in her becoming a writer. She started writing poems for church conventions. As a teenager, Vonnetta Mayo won an essay contest and received a college scholarship. At the University of California, San Diego, she minored in literature and writing. That is where her goal of becoming a writer emerged.Vonnetta Mayo loves God and attributes her inspiration for writing to God. She was raised in the church. That is where she acquired most of her teachings and beliefs. She believes in pursuing and never giving up on your dreams. Therefore, Vonnetta Mayo is the proud author of a two-book series, Joy in Sorrow, Hope for Tomorrow and Joy in Sorrow, Hope for Tomorrow: Homecoming, and a memoir, Charlene Marshall: My Extraordinary Odyssey. Readers' Favorite Five-Stars Review Recipient and Literary Titan Gold Book Award Winner Vonnetta Mayo thanks God for making her dream of becoming an author come true.

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