memoir
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Talking more with author Tasha Horbett What inspired you to write this book? Before recovery, I held many misconceptions about addiction—and was certain I wasn’t an addict. Coming to terms with the truth changed everything. I wrote this book to reach others like me, to show them they are not alone and that there is…
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More with author Jaclyn Lanae I’ve written two books, actually, and both were largely inspired by the same experience: a motorcycle accident that briefly took my life, leaving me with a badly scarred body and an utterly broken spirit. Does it hold special meaning to you? I originally planned to title the first book; the…
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Michael J. Schiuma is a writer and mental health advocate whose memoir (In)Sane explores his struggles with Bipolar Disorder. He enjoys traveling, learning languages, and staying active. Schiuma aims to destigmatize mental illness through his writing and hopes to inspire others. He also writes poetry and maintains a mental health blog.
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Greg Thomas, a member of the Plano ISD Student Services team and assistant basketball coach, draws inspiration for his writing from his college football experiences at the University of Arkansas. His memoir, which took 14 months to write, reflects on personal challenges, including racism, and emphasizes the importance of storytelling despite grammatical hurdles.
