O’Jay Barr is a Black lesbian author and instructor originally from Trenton, New Jersey, now based in Atlanta, Georgia. She writes bold, emotionally rich stories rooted in contemporary life and lesbian romance, creating work that centers queer love, complexity, and real-world emotional stakes.

As the voice behind the brand tagline “Repping the rainbow one genre at a time,” O’Jay is expanding her literary footprint with plans to explore multiple genres while staying true to her authentic voice. She brings both creativity and clarity into the classroom, encouraging writers to trust their instincts, strengthen their voice, and write from a place of authenticity rather than performance. Her teaching style is supportive, direct, and craft-focused, blending emotional awareness with practical storytelling tools.

O’Jay has 3 published novellas as well as a published short story. When she’s not writing or teaching, O’Jay enjoys traveling with her wife and spending time with friends and family.