06/21/2026
Sharita Britten is an independent author, publisher, and poet from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is best known for her debut novel, Bottom Black Beauty, which was published in October 2020 through her own publishing company, Black Beauty Publishing LLC.
According to her author biography, Sharita was born and raised in Philadelphia. After moving herself and her three children out of the city, she developed a passion for nature and gardening. She also spent many years working as a direct care worker, supporting elderly and mental health clients.
About Bottom Black Beauty
The novel follows Mya (Myeisha), a young woman growing up in "The Bottom," a tough West Philadelphia neighborhood during the crack epidemic.
The story explores abandonment, survival, street life, self-discovery, and resilience.
Publishing journey
One of the interesting details from an interview is that Sharita reportedly wrote the story many years before publication and eventually released it through her own publishing company. In a podcast interview, she discussed self-publishing, her writing journey, and the role that timing played in finally bringing the book to readers.
In addition to her novel, Sharita has published poetry and has indicated plans for additional works focused on themes such as love, healing, and life experiences.
Author profiles
You can explore more about her work through:
Sharita Britten on Goodreads.
Her book listing on Google Play Books and Amazon
And she's working on adapting Bottom Black Beauty into a screenplay, I should add this: the story already has many of the elements producers look for in a limited series or feature film—strong character arcs, a distinctive Philadelphia setting, family conflict, gang rivalry, and themes of survival and redemption. Those are all ingredients that can translate well to the screen.
