About The Author

about the author

Steven Erickson is a memoirist and storyteller whose writing is rooted in survival, resilience, and the pursuit of healing. Raised in the underserved suburbs of Chicago, he endured a childhood marked by trauma, abandonment, and emotional hardship, experiences that would later shape both his voice and his purpose as an author. Rather than allowing those painful chapters to define him, he transformed them into powerful stories of endurance, growth, and hope.

Through raw honesty and emotional depth, Steven’s work explores the realities of trauma, loss, survival, and the long journey toward self-discovery. His storytelling is driven by a desire to give a voice to those who have suffered in silence and to remind readers that even the most broken lives can find healing and meaning. His writing reflects not only the pain of the past, but also the strength it takes to rise beyond it.

Today, Steven Erickson lives in the upper Midwest with his devoted wife, two inspiring nieces, and three loyal dogs who bring warmth and companionship to his life. Guided by faith, reflection, and personal growth, he continues to write stories that encourage resilience, emotional healing, and the courage to keep moving forward despite life’s hardships.

steven erickson

pen name – steven shaw