Lakaii was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. Since childhood, she has always had a passion for writing. The trials and tribulations of life have allowed her to use unique experiences to create realistic characters and relatable stories. On the Inside Looking Out, is her first novel. The sequel, On the Inside Wanting Out, will release on June 7, 2019. Contact Lakaii at author@lakaii.com. Or to find out more about follow her on Instagram and Facebook @authorlakaii, www.goodreads.com/lakaii & Website, lakaiirichardson.com (Coming Soon).