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Morgan Harper Nichols, born on February 4, 1990, is an American artist. She is a musician, songwriter, and writer. Her work often explores how people can connect with each other. Her first album, Morgan Harper Nichols, came out in 2015.

Today, Morgan works full-time as a writer, artist, and musician. She travels to share her art, teach, and perform. She shares her creations every day on many platforms. These include her app called Storyteller, her online shop and blog named Garden24, YouTube, Instagram, and her podcast. She has many followers on Instagram.

Early Life

Morgan Novelate Harper was born in Los Angeles, California, on February 4, 1990. Her father, Bishop James Henry Harper, was a preacher. Her mother, Pastor Mona Nanette Harper (née Tellis), was also a pastor.

In 1993, her family moved to Georgia. There, her parents started Kingdom City Church. Morgan and her younger sister, Jamie Grace, were homeschooled as they grew up.

When she was 16, Morgan started attending Point University. She also began singing her songs at local coffee shops. She earned a degree in English. Later, she studied creative writing for her master's degree. After finishing school, she worked as a college admissions counselor for a few years.

Career

Music

Morgan Nichols started writing songs when she was 15. This was before she began singing or playing the guitar.

In 2007, a song she wrote was used in the movie Bratz: The Movie. The song was called "Doesn't Take Stars to Shine." This helped her get new chances. She even opened for famous musicians like jazz violinist Ken Ford. In the same year, she went on her first national tour. It was called "Singing for College." She used the tour to raise money for her college tuition. She performed in cities like Atlanta, St. Louis, Dallas, and Los Angeles.

In 2014, Morgan and her sister, Jamie Grace, appeared on a Christmas album. It was called Family Christmas by Gotee Records. Morgan also helped write five songs on her sister's second album. That album was Ready to Fly, released in the same year.

Her first studio album, Morgan Harper Nichols, came out on May 19, 2015. Gotee Records released it. The first song on the album, "Storyteller," featured her sister Jamie Grace.

Writing and Art

In 2017, Morgan Nichols started a special project. She began writing personalized letters for strangers. Her goal was to write a million poems for strangers in her lifetime. People can share their stories on her website. Then, she writes a short, encouraging letter for them. She pairs it with visual art. She sends it to them for free. She also shares it anonymously on social media. Morgan says she does this to be kind every day. She wants to "connect with people on a heart-level." She creates all her words and art on an iPad Pro.

Her first book, Storyteller, was released in December 2017. This book has one hundred poems written as letters. Her book, How Far You Have Gone, came out on April 27, 2021. It is a collection of poems and essays with pictures. She is also planning to release another book in October 2021.

In the spring of 2019, she started her blog, Garden24. She wanted a more lasting way to share her artwork. The blog is like "a garden - of community, gathering, and of art." It reminds us that "when we plant together, we bloom."

Podcast

In September 2019, Morgan Nichols started her podcast. It is called “The Morgan Harper Nichols Show.” On the show, she "interviews storytellers." They talk about finding meaning and peace in life and work. She has talked with over 35 guests. She currently releases a new episode every weekday morning.

App

Nichols launched her app, Storyteller by MHN, in October 2019. The app shares her words and art. It aims to inspire and motivate users. It encourages them to "keep telling your story." The app has daily wallpaper art, messages, and encouraging notifications.

Store

In 2019, Nichols opened her own store, Garden24. The name comes from the idea that you are always growing. The store sells many items. These include her calendar, prints of her artwork, stickers, and her two books.

Personal Life

Morgan is married to Patrick Kekoa Nichols, who is a tour manager. They were married on October 17, 2010. On May 30, 2019, they welcomed their son, Jacob Henry Kekoa Nichols. They live in Phoenix, Arizona. Her studio and shop, Garden24, are also located there. Morgan was diagnosed with autism when she was 31 years old.

Nichols is also on the board of directors for a non-profit group. It is called To Write Love on Her Arms.

Discography

Studio albums

• Morgan Harper Nichols (May 19, 2015, Gotee)