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Shanti Hershenson

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Shanti Hershenson is your average sixteen-year-old in every way other than the myriad of books she has penned. On most days, you can find her in her room writing her next novel, likely cuddled up with her cats. When she isn’t writing, she is fangirling over whatever book she is currently reading, or freaking out over the latest enemies-to-lovers ship that everyone is obsessed with.
She lives in Southern California with her sister, three cats, and parents. She is a senior in high school.

Author & Extraordinary Person Shanti Hershenson
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Oct. 14, 2025

Author & Extraordinary Person Shanti Hershenson

In this episode, host David McClam interviews Shanti Hershenson, a 17-year-old author who has published 30 books across various genres. Shanti shares her journey into writing, her creative process, and how she balances her passion for writing with her school life. The conversation also delves into her advocacy against bullying, discussing the importance of empathy and proper responses to bullying in schools. Additionally, Shanti talks about her success on TikTok as a platform for promoting her b...
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