Today we’d like to introduce you to Victoria Scott-Miller.
Hi Victoria , we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I am a trailblazing mother, award-winning author, autism crusader, literacy superhero, and the founder of North Carolina’s first Black-owned children’s bookstore, Liberation Station. My life’s work is rooted in the radical belief that when Black children see themselves in the world—fully, truthfully, and unapologetically—they are empowered to shape it.
Liberation Station began as a vision to curate spaces of belonging through literature. Not just a bookstore, it became a cultural movement—reshaping how we imagine literacy, legacy, and liberation for Black families. As its founder, I’ve poured my heart and heritage into building something that didn’t exist before—a sanctuary for our stories, our children, and our future.
I am also the proud mother of two profoundly gifted sons: Langston, 14, a nationally recognized scholar, cellist, and actor; and Emerson, 9, a joyful and curious soul who embodies creativity and wonder. My motherhood is deeply interwoven with my mission—I homeschool both of my boys and center their gifts, their challenges, and their brilliance in all that I do.
As an autism crusader, I advocate fiercely for neurodivergent children, especially in underserved Black communities. My work is not about fitting children into systems—it’s about redesigning those systems to honor who our children already are.
My literary contributions reflect this same ethos. I was the first African American woman and the youngest person commissioned by the North Carolina Museum of Art as an author and creative director, and my acclaimed book series, The Museum Lives in Me, now lives in every public elementary school and N.C. Cardinal library in the state. That work is expanding nationally through a global publishing deal with Paw Prints Publishing, an imprint of Baker & Taylor.
Most recently, I was honored with the Creative Child Magazine Book of the Year Award in the Empowerment Books category. It’s a reminder that this work—though deeply personal—is part of something much greater.
Whether I’m writing books, curating cultural experiences, homeschooling my sons, or advocating for marginalized voices, my mission remains clear: to build a world where Black children don’t have to search for themselves. They are already home.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Not at all. The road has been anything but smooth—and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.
Building something that’s never existed before, especially as a Black woman, means constantly pushing against systems that weren’t designed for your success. When I founded Liberation Station, I wasn’t just opening a bookstore—I was challenging centuries of erasure and exclusion in publishing, education, and retail. That alone came with barriers: lack of access to capital, having to prove the worth of culturally specific work, and the constant pressure to be everything for everyone while still protecting what matters most.
One of the most profound challenges was closing the bookstore—not due to failure, but to protect my children and my community. That decision broke my heart and also clarified my purpose. I realized that the work wasn’t tied to a location—it was tied to a mission. And that mission lives on in the books I write, the spaces I curate, and the children I raise.
Another major struggle has been navigating the realities of parenting while leading—especially as the mother of two gifted children with unique needs, including one with a speech delay. Homeschooling them while running a business, advocating for neurodivergent kids, and continuing my creative work meant learning how to balance advocacy, survival, and joy—often all at once.
There were moments of deep isolation, financial uncertainty, and spiritual exhaustion. But I leaned into my faith, my community, and the very stories I fought to uplift. I’ve learned that every detour, every “no,” and every closed door is a redirection—not a defeat.
So no, it hasn’t been smooth. But it has been sacred. Every challenge has shaped me into a more compassionate, more focused, and more powerful version of myself. And I carry that strength forward in everything I do.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
My work lives at the intersection of literature, liberation, and legacy. I am a writer, cultural curator, educator, and advocate who specializes in crafting meaningful experiences for Black children and families—whether through books, homeschool education, public programming, or institutional partnerships.
I’m best known as the founder of Liberation Station, North Carolina’s first Black-owned children’s bookstore, and as the author and creative director of The Museum Lives in Me book series, which was commissioned by the North Carolina Museum of Art. I became the youngest and first African American woman to receive such a commission, and that series now lives in every public elementary school and N.C. Cardinal library across the state. It’s currently expanding nationwide through a global publishing deal with Paw Prints Publishing, an imprint of Baker & Taylor.
I specialize in writing stories that restore what has been lost or stolen from Black children—their sense of self, wonder, and cultural connection. My work is intentionally layered: literary, educational, sensory, and deeply rooted in healing. I’ve also developed curriculum, art therapy programs, and homeschool models that center neurodivergent and gifted learners, especially Black boys.
What I’m most proud of is my children—Langston (14) and Emerson (9)—both of whom are profoundly gifted and walk alongside me in this work. My sons are not separate from my mission; they are central to it. I homeschool them, learn from them, and create with them. They are my greatest teachers.
What sets me apart is that I don’t do this work for visibility—I do it for preservation. I’m not here to build platforms; I’m here to build sanctuaries. Every project I touch—whether it’s a book, a workshop, or a museum collaboration—is a reflection of that sacred commitment to care, cultural integrity, and generational impact.
I write books that heal. I create spaces that restore. And I do it all with the belief that when we protect Black childhood, we protect the future.
What does success mean to you?
For me, success is alignment. It’s living a life that reflects what I value most: protecting Black childhood, preserving our stories, and parenting with intention and presence. Success isn’t about titles, followers, or even accolades—though I’m grateful for the recognition. True success is when my work, my words, and my walk are in harmony.
Success is waking up and knowing I didn’t abandon myself—or my children—to be who the world expected me to be. It’s the freedom to say no when necessary, and the courage to say yes to what is sacred, even when it’s hard.
It’s hearing my sons speak boldly, think critically, and move through the world with compassion. It’s creating books and spaces where children—especially Black children—feel seen, safe, and powerful.
Success, to me, is legacy work. It’s making sure that when I’m gone, my sons and the communities I’ve served are stronger, braver, and more free because I existed and loved them well.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.victoriascottmiller.com | www.liberationstationbookstore.com
- Instagram: @victoriascottmiller | @liberationstationbookstore
- Facebook: @vscottmiller | @liberationstationbookstore
- LinkedIn: @victoriascottmiller
- Youtube: @authorvictoriascottmiller | @liberationstationbookstore
Image Credits
Lady Iman Photography
