About

Terri Schexnayder found her passion for writing when she was a young girl, creating neighborhood plays and short stories. She continued to communicate effectively through the written word during her 30-plus years in advertising, most notably leading the successful "Don't Mess with Texas" anti-litter campaign. Her articles have appeared in Austin Woman, Kirkus Reviews, Texas Highways and Texas Co-op Power magazines.

She also partners with adults and young writers to help  bring out their voices in a variety of genres. 

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Schexnayder is a graduate of St. Edward's University, English Literature, summa cum laude. Her first book "A Majestic History: 100 Years of the Paramount Theatre" was released in February 2020 and now, her 1970s memoirs about selling radio advertising in iconic Austin is available for purchase.