From Lab Tech to Bestselling Author: M.E. Torrey’s Powerful Story of Resilience & Justice

In this inspiring episode of The Mike Litton Experience, Mike sits down with acclaimed author, humanitarian, and founder of Orphans Africa, M.E. Torrey (Michelle Torrey) — whose life reads like a novel itself.

From a childhood spent across Europe, to escaping an emotionally abusive marriage at 23 with three babies in diapers, to earning degrees, teaching science, launching a writing career, and founding an international nonprofit… M.E. Torrey’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary.

In this episode, viewers will discover:

How she overcame staggering adversity and rebuilt her life from scratch
What led her from microbiology labs to award-winning authorship
The emotional and historical journey behind “Fox Creek,” her deeply researched adult novel on slavery
Why she founded Orphans Africa, now supporting students across six campuses in Tanzania
Her fearless approach to justice, storytelling, and truth-seeking

This episode is a masterclass in courage, resilience, purpose, and the power of one voice to create global impact.

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