Published article: Beyond Race, Sex, and Social Class: 
Perspectives on Education by Robert L. Green,
Janet Brydon, and Wanda Herndon, 1977.

Master’s Degree Thesis:  A Comparison of Black and White
Daily Newspapers’ Editorial Opinions Regarding a Selected
Set of Events Related to the U.S. Involvement in the Vietnam War: 
A Systematic Content Analysis by Wanda Herndon, 1978.

Working Class to Breaking Glass: One Woman’s Fight to Belong and to Lead By Wanda J. Herndon (Kindle Edition) Working Class to Breaking Glass is an inspiring, deeply personal memoir chronicling Wanda's journey from a blue-collar childhood in Flint, Michigan, to executive leadership at Starbucks. Defying racial barriers, economic limitations, and the odds of the 1960s and 1970s, Wanda navigated corporate politics and bias with resilience, honesty, and her signature "Wanda-isms." This story explores identity, mentorship, and purpose, offering practical insights and inspiration for future generations to claim their place at the table. Releasing June 4th 2026 Purchase on Amazon

Writing While Masked: Reflections on 2020 and Beyond By Mary Ann Gonzales, Tyson Greer, Wanda Herndon, Laura Celise Lippman, Jane Spalding, Suzanne Tedesko, Beth Weir (Paperback) Writing While Masked is a powerful collection of essays and poems by a tight-knit writers' group reflecting on the chaotic and transformative events of 2020. Originally meeting in person, the pandemic forced them to adapt, while world events like the murder of George Floyd sent shockwaves across the globe. Through personal pieces and raw emotions, the authors explore what they experienced, what they learned, and what they hope for the future. Most of all, these are words of hope. Purchase on Amazon