"Taylor Made: My Life, My Story" is an autobiographical exploration of Dr. Will Harris's remarkable journey through life, music, and faith. Born and raised in the small yet vibrant town of Taylor, Mississippi, Dr. Harris's narrative captures the essence of a soul nurtured by gospel music and tested by life's numerous trials. From his early days playing the piano in church to his pivotal role as a Minister of Music, this book traces his ascent against a backdrop of personal and familial challenges, including growing up with parents who battled mental illness. Dr. Harris delves deep into the influences that shaped his career and personal life—from his formidable years under the guidance of community choirs to his academic and spiritual development at Rust College. He shares the profound impact of leading the Baptist Student Union Gospel Choir, which became a cornerstone of his musical and leadership skills. His move to Fayetteville, North Carolina, marks a significant phase where he took on the full-time role of Minister of Music at Lewis Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, further solidifying his impact on the gospel music scene. The narrative does not shy away from the struggles inherent in balancing a demanding career with personal growth. Dr. Harris discusses the financial and emotional toll of striving for success in the competitive music industry, his eventual realization of the need to recalibrate his dreams, and his strategic steps towards sustainable artistry without compromising his spiritual calling. "Taylor Made" also highlights Dr. Harris's innovative contributions to music education, illustrating his passion for mentoring young musicians and his visionary approach to music ministry. The memoir is replete with lessons on resilience, the importance of authenticity in one's craft, and the unyielding power of faith. Through candid reflections and heartwarming anecdotes, Dr. Will Harris invites readers into the intimate quarters of his life, making "Taylor Made: My Life, My Story" not just a memoir, but a beacon of hope and a testament to the transformative power of music and faith in overcoming life's greatest challenges.|Will Harris is a renowned singer, songwriter, musician, and recording artist. A native of Oxford, Mississippi, Harris began playing piano and singing in church at an early age and assumed his first Minister of Music role at the age of fourteen. In high school, Harris directed the school's very first ROTC Choir and several community choirs in the Oxford, Mississippi area. While a student at Rust College in Holly Springs, Mississippi, Harris directed the award-winning Baptist Student Union Gospel Choir of Rust College. In 2010, Mr. Harris relocated to Fayetteville, North Carolina, and assumed the full-time Minister of Music position at the prestigious Lewis Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. In 2013, Harris founded his award-winning recording choir "Will Harris and Friends," a global music ministry comprised of music educators, worship leaders, and psalmists from the community of Fayetteville and singers from across the United States. Will Harris has composed and performed his music nationally and internationally with the Gospel Music Workshop of America and the National Convention of Gospel Choirs and Choruses. Harris is a multi-award-winning gospel recording artist and the 2022 Dunamis Gospel Award Music of Excellence Recipient. Harris holds a Bachelor's Degree in Vocal Music from Rust College, a Master's Degree in Education from the University of Phoenix, a Certificate of Worship from the Robert Webber Institute for Worship Studies, and an Honorary Doctorate Degree from the School of the Great Commission Theological Seminary.