Wade Rouse

Wade Rouse is a best-selling author known for his humorous and poignant storytelling that often explores themes of identity, family, and resilience. Writing under the pen name Viola Shipman for his fiction works, Rouse crafts stories that are deeply inspired by his heritage and the tales of his grandmother. His memoirs, including "America's Boy" and "Confessions of a Prep School Mommy Handler," blend humor with reflective insights on navigating life's challenges. Rouse's unique voice and ability to find laughter amidst life's chaos have endeared him to readers. He lives in Michigan and continues to share his love of storytelling.