Poet Biography (short)

Jennifer “Miss B.” Baptiste is an L.A. based writer, librarian, event host, illustrator and actor from Houston, TX. She creates lyrical introspective pieces to promote healing, mindfulness, empowerment, and curiosity.

Visit jenniferbaptiste.com or @WheresMsB on social media to explore her poetry, zine publications, line art, shows and more!

Poet Biography (long)

Jennifer “Miss B” Baptiste, of Haitian descent, is a writer, actor, librarian, event host and illustrator based in Los Angeles. She creates lyrical introspective pieces to promote healing, mindfulness, and curiosity. Her favorite color is pink, she is a vegan foodie, and enjoys day trip adventures with loved ones. 

She creates lyrical introspective pieces that resonate with the heart and mind to promote healing and curiosity. Miss B has been published in the Altadena Poetry Review Anthology as well as various journals such as We The Ana, Drifter Zine, Mobile Data Mag, LA Poets Society, and others. Miss B. also promotes and uplifts other writers through her literary interviews as host of LA Poet Society's "Voices Of Color" IG Live Series. Under the banner WheresMsB, she produces literary related products that feature her illustrations and zines. 

Feel free to connect with Jennifer at www.jenniferbapitste.com or @WheresMsB on social media platforms.

Librarian Biography (Short)

Jennifer “Miss B” Baptiste is a Los Angeles-based academic librarian and digital content strategist with over 20 years of experience across public, K-12, and higher education libraries. Holding an MLS from Sam Houston State University, she is credentialed in both California and Texas. Throughout her career as an award-winning educator and Teacher Librarian, Jennifer has specialized in blending traditional information literacy with modern outreach. 

Currently serving community college libraries, she utilizes her expertise in engaging instruction, social media content creation, and strategic marketing to drive student engagement. Beyond her professional portfolio, Jennifer is a creative writer and artist who enjoys hiking, cycling, and yoga.

Librarian Biography (Long)

Jennifer “Miss B” Baptiste is an accomplished academic librarian and digital content strategist based in Los Angeles, bringing over 20 years of diverse expertise spanning public, K-12, and higher education library settings. Her professional journey began in Houston, Texas, where she developed her early career in public library operations before transitioning into classroom instruction. As a dedicated ESL teacher, Jennifer’s impactful instruction and leadership earned her prestigious accolades, including ESL Teacher of the Year, the Extra-Miler award, and recognition as a Teacher Mentor.

Driven by a passion for literacy and information science, Jennifer completed a rigorous Master of Library Science from Sam Houston State University while working full-time. Today, she holds dual school librarianship credentials in both Texas and California, building upon a foundational Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with an English minor from the University of Houston.

Throughout her career, Jennifer has uniquely blended traditional library science with modern outreach, building robust brands for the libraries she serves. As a K-12 Teacher Librarian in Texas and California, she spearheaded campus marketing initiatives, served as a business liaison, and designed dynamic student programming that secured crucial community donations. Elevating her career into higher education, Jennifer currently thrives in community college academic libraries, where she leverages her skills in social media content creation and strategic marketing to boost student engagement, promote library resources, and design interactive workshops. She is highly skilled in professional development presentation, event coordination, and digital storytelling. Beyond her professional portfolio, Jennifer is an avid creative writer and visual artist who enjoys staying active through hiking, cycling, and yoga.