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It is every parent's dream to have their child display remarkable gifts and talents, but with those gifts comes great responsibility. Raising Simba describes Falisa's amazing journey... A must read! -JAMES RIORDAN, New York Times Best-Selling Author On every page, Raising Simba reminds us that miracles are real and that God's plan for each of us will be revealed! From start to finish, the reader journeys along with Falisa Ray, a mother who refuses to give up on her faith in God or her belief in her son, Aaron... Whether we are raising children or seeking our own purpose in life, this story illuminates the transformational power of love and faith to manifest God's plans and inspires us to aim higher and to never give up. -MONICA MOSS, First Lady, Trinity United Church of Christ, Chicago, IL The ending is exceptional! The letter to Aaron is heart-throbbing. [Raising Simba] is SO GOOD! I can't put it down!!! -GLENDA SPEARMAN, Chaplain, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital, Chicago, IL

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Falisa Ray's light is undeniable. Creative, bold, and resilient, she is on a mission to make artistic career paths more attractive and accessible in the African American community. As the founder and CEO of LisaLisa, LLC, she is a fierce advocate for arts education and passionate about bringing access to this essential learning experience back into schools. As a go-to resource, Ray connects talented, diverse young performers with pivotal opportunities in the arts and entertainment industries.In her first book, Raising Simba, she highlights her journey from the Chicago projects to guiding her son Aaron to Broadway, where he landed a role as Simba in Disney's The Lion King. In it she shared tips on developing the right mindset, commitment, and skills for a successful career in arts and entertainment.She blends her experience and expertise to empower other parents seeking to help their children realize their artistic dreams. Throughout her personal and professional life, she has always emphasized the power of prayer and purpose-driven decisions to make the impossible possible. For her, the key to overcoming adversity, rejection, and disappointment lies in her faith in God.Her passion for the creative world began at an early age when she fell in love with dancing, music, and fashion. She learned to cut and sew patterns at age eight and later began designing clothes, specializing in evening gowns. Her unique style and keen eye attracted the attention of others who requested she create custom designs for them. In 2010, Ray established her fashion studio, Lisa Ray Fashions, and has designed clothes for a variety of clients, including Grammy Award-winning musician Kirk Whalum.In addition to her creative endeavors and entrepreneurial pursuits, Ray continues to work as a respiratory therapist. Even in this role, she motivates patients to pursue their artistic dreams. For example, she inspired and helped a woman once named the world's tiniest sibling by Guinness World Records to design beautiful clothing to fit herself. In 2022, the FACES Foundation presented her with a PHIL Award for outstanding care and treatment for patients with respiratory illnesses.Originally from Chicago, Ill., Ray currently lives with her husband Wendell in Wisconsin.WEB: www.falisaray.comSOCIAL: @falisarayEMAIL: info@falisaray.com

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