A Story of Anger Redemption and Reconciliation A Teenager Battles His Own Demons While Hoping to Get Back the Mother He Once Knew



May 17, 2005 -- A Hole in My Heart is co-authored by Rose Jackson-Beavers and Edward Booker. This 109-page novel chronicles the trials of a 13-year old youth whose drug-addicted mother pursued a path of self-destruction. Booker created the character Darrius, a teenager who found his strength in the love of his grandmother. Granny is an endearing woman who taught Darrius that prayer changes things.

A Hole in My Heart is set in the authors' hometown of East St. Louis. It addresses the gripping impact that drugs can have on the entire family, especially children. What makes this story especially gripping is that it is told through the eyes of an adolescent. Darrius is African-American. He lives in a community where drugs, self-hatred and poverty are not uncommon. Still, his poignant story appeals to readers of all socio-economic backgrounds. A Hole in My Heart is a story of faith and hope.

The novel, Booker's first, is published by Prioritybooks Publications. Jackson-Beavers is also the author of Summin T' Say and Quilt Designs and Poetry Rhymes. For more information about A Hole in My Heart, contact the publisher at e-mail protected from spam bots - or write to Prioritybooks, P. O. Box 2535, Florissant, MO 63033.

Editor's note: For more information about Backroom Confessions or to schedule an interview with Jackson-Beavers and Booker, call Prioritybooks at 314-306-2972 or write to e-mail protected from spam bots. Jackson-Beavers also is available for book signings. A hole in My Heart can be purchased from www.Amazon.com, www.Borders.com or directly from the website at www.prioritybooks.com. An electronic photo of the author will be provided upon request.





A Story of Anger Redemption and Reconciliation A Teenager Battles His Own Demons While Hoping to Get Back the Mother He Once Knew