Author Description

Based on true events of the author’s life, “HERiseOn,” is a poetic anthology of a youth's growth and spiritual awakening in the face of life experiences. Stories of family, faith, adventure, love, conflict, and loss of a loved one is shared. These are chronicles from the heart, touching on the raw and real nature of coming-of-age within family and societal issues. Modern challenges and expectations of being a youth, a woman, and melanated unfold while finding spirituality and self love. Within each poem is a story, a testimony of faith, with biblical references and truths that takes the reader on a path of self discovery. This poetic collection will touch, encourage, and provoke but most importantly inspire. A creative revelation of the beauty hidden in spite of harsh realities that will dare you to be the best you that you can be on your own life journey.