Charles L. Chatmon

Charles L. Chatmon is a native of Los Angeles, California. Ever since junior high school through college, he’s had a love affair with the pen, writing in school and community newspapers. He’s recited his poetry in venues ranging from coffeehouses to expos. In 2001, Charles wrote his first book of poetry, The Depths of My Soul from Milligan Books, and two years later returned with another book entitled The Voices of South Central. Charles has plans to write future books such as another book of poetry, his first ever anthology and novel He also continues freelancing for magazines and newspapers while working on his other creative projects

His writings are from the 'Heart of a Man', presenting a different view on subjects such as love, racism, loneliness and inspiration to assist his fellow man; how one could reason within and really think about what is going on in the world. and how life’s situations could be improved by and for all. A student of the written word, Charles enjoys going to bookstores and hanging out, so chances are you’ll see him at your favorite literary spot near you. This former teacher cares about and is dedicated to the youth going back to his days working in the Southside, then Weingart Urban Center YMCA as a counselor and coach for their Y-Winners basketball and flag football programs back in South Central Los Angeles in the 1980’s.

Charles is also a member of the California Writers Collective, a network of authors from Northern and Southern California and currently is the Executive Director of the Los Angeles Black Book Expo.

Charles continues to live in Southern California.