My Story
Born and raised in Newark, New Jersey, and graduated from the East Orange School system Kim King, a called & appointed Minister, is no stranger to trauma. As a single mom of five, one who was gunned down in the same streets he was raised in, Kim became an advocate for change. She works with a variety of men and women to help them navigate positive change and help expose them to resources that inevitably catapults them to success and feeling better about themselves from the inside out.
As our new author reaches the masses and her audience and message grow, so will her story. She's already working on part two and has been divinely connected to powerful individuals and organizations that share the same goals of promoting gun violence awareness and the healing power of YHWH.
The Book
Minister Kim takes readers on a profound and emotionally charged journey through her life’s tumultuous landscapes. This powerful memoir is a raw and unfiltered look into the complexities of family dynamics, the challenges of overcoming personal trauma, and the relentless pursuit of self-discovery and healing.
From her early years in a dysfunctional family environment, where communication was scarce and affection even rarer, Minister Kim narrates the impact of feeling invisible and unimportant..The narrative captures the essence of her struggles with her identity, the craving for affection, and the subsequent series of poor life choices that followed—each decision shaped by the longing to feel valued and loved.
The book delves deeply into Kim's experiences with domestic abuse, drug addiction, and the harsh realities of single parenting. It portrays her battles against the societal and internal forces that attempt to define her worth and her relentless efforts to rise above them. Throughout her story, Minister Kim emphasizes the role of faith and spirituality in her path to redemption and resilience, highlighting transformative moments of clarity and empowerment.
Kim’s narrative is also a critique of the societal norms and the justice system, exploring themes of injustice and the fight for truth and reparation. Through her eyes, readers witness the profound impact of systemic failures on individual lives, particularly within marginalized communities where gun violence has become the norm.
"Eyes Wide Shut Wandering Awake" is not just a memoir; it is a call to action—a beacon for anyone struggling to find their place in the world. It challenges readers to confront their own pasts, recognize their worth, and embark on their own journeys of healing and self-acceptance.
Reviews
"It is moving and heart-felt, and I believe many people would want to read it. It is also what we call a mechanically "clean" manuscript."
Meredith Sue