Poet, Author & Motivational Speaker; Violinist & Model; Known for "Poetry for a Child by a Child"; National Literary Award Recipient

New York, NY, USA
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Brittney Grimes Biography

Brittney Grimes is a poet, published author, writer, violinist, model, and motivational speaker whose literary journey began at a young age. She started reading poetry at age 4 and began writing poetry at age 6. Grimes published her first book of poems, "Poetry For A Child By A Child," at age 8, followed by "Poetry For A Child By A Child Workbook," "Ice Cream Dreams," and "The True Glory of the Christmas Story." Her early work gained national attention, establishing her as a notable young literary voice.

Grimes has performed on prominent stages, including reciting her poem "Children of the World" on "It's Showtime at the Apollo" at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, where she won first place on Amateur Night. She also won first place in the inaugural Gospel Poetry Category at McDonald's Gospelfest, an annual gospel music and talent festival. Her work has been featured in Ebony magazine, The New York Times, Scholastic magazine, and Newsday, among other publications, contributing to her reputation in poetry and literature.

As a writer, Grimes has received several awards, including the National Organization for Women Young Achiever's Award, the National Council of Negro Women Award for Achievement, the Zora Neale Hurston Literary Award given by Zeta Phi Beta, and the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award. She was also awarded the President's Volunteer Service Award from the President's Council on Service and Civic Participation, receiving the Silver Award and a letter from President George Bush. Her name was placed on the Wall of Tolerance in Montgomery, Alabama, in honor of Rosa Parks' National Campaign for Tolerance.

Grimes has made numerous media appearances, including CNN's Person of the Day, "Good Morning America," UPN, NBC, and Nickelodeon. She was the Grand Prize winner of Seventeen magazine and Avon Makeup's national Avon Make Your Mark Contest, which recognized young women making an impact through community volunteering. She received the New York State Women of Distinction proclamation for her writing.

A graduate of Hofstra University in New York, Grimes has developed into a multifaceted creative professional. She was a national recipient of a handcrafted plaque from the Wells Fargo Bank Untold Stories Collection for her poetry. Through performances, published works, and public speaking, Grimes continues to contribute to the fields of poetry, literature, and motivational speaking, using her platform to advocate for the power of words and community engagement.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/30/2026.

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