Erica Sherlock
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Erica Sherlock earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a Master’s degree in Education from Vanderbilt University. Her dedication to addressing the mental health needs of students led her to pursue a second Master’s degree in School Counseling from the University of LaVerne. With twenty-three years of experience teaching upper elementary and middle school students, Erica has seen firsthand the growing anxieties faced by today’s youth. Her passion for mindfulness and critical thinking motivated her to develop a daily curriculum that equips students with vital life skills. Inspired by her students and her lifelong dream of becoming an author, Erica's debut book, Through Quick and Quinn, draws on her extensive personal and professional experiences. When she isn’t writing, snuggling with her dog, or feeding all of the neighborhood critters, she is surely enjoying meaningful conversation with her family and close friends.
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Through Quick and Quinn
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Young Adult Fiction
Flashbacks. Guilt. Self-Loathing. Quick is a teenager drowning in the aftermath of an unspeakable tragedy. Estranged from his dysfunctional parents and disconnected from peers, he numbs his pain with endless distractions, struggling through each agonizing day. Meditations. Crystals. Self-Awareness. Quinn, a self-imposed outcast, seeks refuge in the spiritual world. After a heartbreaking loss, she immerses herself in energy healing, embracing nature's solace and striving to move forward with positivity and gratitude. Both uninterested in forming connections, Quick and Quinn are shocked to discover a bond that propels them on parallel journeys of self-discovery. Grappling with traumas that shattered their childhood innocence, they muster the courage to uncover truths behind their circumstances. Delving into research and introspection, they unveil a cascade of questions about the world around them, navigating through a perceived web of lies. Their unexpected friendship ignites a desire for discourse, prompting them to challenge the status quo and invite others to do the same, despite the risks. Quick and Quinn were bold enough to share their tale. Will you be brave enough to read it? Just know this: Their story challenges the narrative. Their story exists in the uncomfortable. Their story says all the quiet parts out loud. 
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