About

Kelonie Utley graduated from Berklee College of Music Online with a bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Music Studies. She is currently a student at Bellevue University Online pursuing her Master's Degree in Instructional Design and Technology. Kelonie opened up her writing in 2015, after keeping her writing silent due to the abuse she endured. Kelonie wanted to be known by told stories that made a difference, instead of untold stories that changed nothing. With this mindset, Kelonie went on to have her first book "Altered Reality: Long Walk to Freedom"; published with Olympia Publishers in 2020. Through Olympia Kelonie Utley's life story through poetry went worldwide.

Featured Work

Altered Reality: Long Walk To Freedom

2020

Kelonie Utley began writing poetry as a way to deal with her experiences of bullying and abuse. Now, with her unique blend of gothic horror and stark reality, she brings together a collection of poems on themes of heartbreak, pain, loss and suffering. Yet within this pandora's box of verse, there lies the ever-present spark of hope. Moments of light break through the darkness. There is always the chance to break free.

Other Works

  • Altered Reality: Fantasy Mind

    2021

Awards and Recognition

  • Came in 7th place on the Biopage Contest receiving the silver medal