Charlene K. Williams is a storyteller with a fearless imagination and a voice shaped by real life, resilience, and the vibrant culture of Newark, New Jersey. A mother, creator, and multi-genre author, she writes with heart, honesty, and cinematic detail—inviting readers into worlds that feel alive.

 

Charlene studied acting, drama, and creative writing at Newark’s legendary Arts High School, the same institution that helped nurture talents like Tisha Campbell, Savion Glover, and Michael B. Jordan. She originally dreamed of becoming a film and drama writer, and that passion for characters, emotion, and visual storytelling still drives her work today.

 

For more than fifteen years, Charlene has written and published her own books—children’s stories, family sagas, murder mysteries, urban fiction, and emotional real-life narratives. She kept every early book, “bloopers” and all, so readers could witness her evolution from passionate beginner to established author. Her journey is proof that growth is beautiful and artistry comes from daring to try.

​

Outside the literary world, Charlene is the founder of Main Character Lipstick, a beauty line she has operated for over two decades. Her love of glamour, color, and self-expression blends seamlessly with her storytelling—bold characters, bold worlds, bold lips.