Black Ink: Ink-Stained Truths from a Bared Soul is more than just a book; it is my heart laid bare, ink spilled without hesitation. Publishing was an act of courage, a way to confront the shadows of trauma that so many women carry silently. Through a blend of poetry and short stories, I wanted to create a space where pain is not hidden or fixed but witnessed and honored. This is where resilience breathes alongside vulnerability.

Each word, each stanza, comes from lived experience the raw, unfiltered reality of healing after abuse and adoption trauma. I understand what it is like to feel alone in that pain, to search for someone who truly sees you. Black Ink is that someone. It is a companion for those moments when the world feels too heavy, offering comfort without judgment. This collection stands as a testament to survival and to the power of storytelling in reclaiming our truth. It does not shy away from the darkness; it embraces it, knowing that through that embrace, the light finds its way in. For anyone on a journey from brokenness to wholeness, this book is a safe harbor—an honest, heartfelt voice that reminds you: you are not alone, and healing, while messy, is possible.