Rufus Morris
Author Bio: Rufus Morris Jr. is a film and music producer, author, and educator passionate about inspiring and empowering young minds. He is the creative force behind the highly anticipated fantasy novel, Nineveh. "Believing is Seeing" is the first volume in the captivating Nineveh Fantasy Book Series, designed for readers aged 10 and older. A native of Syracuse, New York, and now based in Atlanta, Ga. Morris's multifaceted career has been a testament to his unwavering commitment to making a...See more
Author Bio: Rufus Morris Jr. is a film and music producer, author, and educator passionate about inspiring and empowering young minds. He is the creative force behind the highly anticipated fantasy novel, Nineveh. "Believing is Seeing" is the first volume in the captivating Nineveh Fantasy Book Series, designed for readers aged 10 and older. A native of Syracuse, New York, and now based in Atlanta, Ga. Morris's multifaceted career has been a testament to his unwavering commitment to making a positive impact. In his earlier years, he made waves in the music industry as "Skratch," releasing his first professional rap music record in 1989. As an accomplished recording artist, popular DJ and radio personality on Power 102.1FM, a radio station Morris co-owned and operated he became a neighborhood celebrity and entrepreneur, owning multiple businesses.However, as he watched his community grapple with rising crime, violence, and youth mental health issues, he realized the profound impact of the culture he was contributing to. In 2001, driven by his faith and a desire to make a positive difference, he founded the School of the heARTS Film & Music Academy, a non-profit youth training organization, and Kingdom Entertainment Studios, a film and music production company dedicated to creating positive and inspiring content through films, music, books, and other multimedia platforms. In his Nineveh Fantasy Book series, Rufus weaves a rich tapestry of lessons and messages, encompassing themes of friendship, teamwork, sacrifice, faith and overcoming fears. Readers are guided on a transformative journey that addresses issues like substance abuse, loss and empowers them to persevere in pursuing their dreams despite adversity. Rufus Morris Jr.'s passion for empowering youth shines through his work. His dedication has been recognized with program funding awards and "best practices" recognition from the New York State Education Department, Syracuse City School District and the US Department of Education. He has also collaborated with Atlanta's Fulton County Arts & Culture organization to develop Film and Music summer programs for at-risk inner-city youth. The Nineveh Fantasy Book Series is an epic parable of the Kingdom of Heaven. As an author, Rufus Morris Jr. seamlessly weaves invaluable life lessons and biblical truths into the pages of these books. Offering young readers a captivating escape into a world filled with adventure, the supernatural and the enduring power of a strong Spirit. Join him on this epic journey and discover the transformative hidden mysteries of "Nineveh" and the inspiring stories yet to come in this enchanting series. See less