Jestina Weems

Jestina Weems-Rosenduft is a powerhouse creative and transformative voice in modern storytelling. She is the author of Michael and Ralph, a heartfelt children’s book; The End, a revolutionary, genre-blending novel that weaves activism with narrative power; and her newest work, Motherhood, Madness, and the Myth of Balance, a raw, hilarious, and deeply personal account of life as a mother, wife, and relentless dreamer.

Jestina Weems is the author of Michael and Ralph, The End, and The Messy Gospel of Motherhood: Love, Loss, and Laughter. A bold storyteller, she blends humor, activism, and real-life struggles to uplift and inspire. Jestina is also a lyricist, playwright, and producer—her song Finally Free appeared in Gerald’s Hands, and she co-created the musical We Are The Dream. Through her platform Jes Trying To Make It, she shares her powerful journey of faith, motherhood, justice, and healing. A homeschooling advocate and founder of Victims2Victory and O.M.A. Black National Committee, she uses theater and mentorship to empower youth and challenge systems. As a mother of three, including two neurodivergent sons, Jestina channels her truth into everything she creates.