RECOMMENDED READS
"Beyond Measure"
Connie Johnson
Connie L. Johnson, introduces the world to Anne, Agnes, Leah, Tabitha, Fridah, Monica, Regina and Naomi, eight amazing Kenyan women who chronicle their lives from childhood to their chance encounters with Living Positive Kenya and its founder Mary “Mum” Wanderi Muthoni. Each story is uniquely compelling and celebrates the trans-formative power of compassion and community. This book is “a testament that every story is valid, every life matters and that each of us was born with the potential to become powerful Beyond Measure.”
"Gaining Strength from Weakness: 101 Positive Thoughts for HIV Positive People"
Asha Molock
What if your doctor told you that you were HIV positive? Would you get depressed, think that your life was over, and want to give up? Well, Asha didn’t; she came home that day and began writing prayers and positive thoughts, which eventually gave her the motivation and strength to move on with her life. She is sharing her collection of positive thoughts to offer encouragement to those living with HIV or any other life-threatening illness.
"The Underground Woman: From Prisoner to Freedom"
Asha Molock
Over 36 million people worldwide are living with HIV and many go through great lengths to keep their HIV status a secret due to societal stigma, discrimination and rejection. Asha Molock is one of those millions and in her memoir, The Underground Woman, she divulges how she kept her HIV status a secret from family and friends for ten years. Asha recovers her strength and courage, fostering friendships and alliances within the HIV community, which helped her to emerge to the surface to stand in her truth and disclose her HIV status. Thriving with a newfound passion as an HIV advocate, she learns to live an authentic life.
"From Diagnosis to Destiny"
Lynette Trawick
Author Lynette Trawick penned her first book, Diagnosis to Destiny. An enthralling story of trials, tribulations, fear, self-sabotage and ultimately overcoming, triumph and victory! She shares her life story of a life changing diagnosis that ultimately led her to her life’s destiny journey! This real-life story will draw you in and leave you applauding in the end!
"Stand On My Healing: From Tainted to Chosen"
Alicia Diggs
This memoir tells the story of my life from the age of three until the age of 43 which is when my big brother, my best friend, went home to be with the Lord. This book is dedicated to him and entails reflections of my life of love, rejection, sexual violation, homelessness, suicide attempts, depression, domestic violence, achievements and survival. Yes some of it is sad, hurtful, and scary but some of it is also funny and joyful. I pray that the words from my heart on the pages of this book speak to your life and encourage you to never give up regardless of your circumstances.
"Fighting the Good Fight: Surviving HIV"
LaToya Murchison
In sharing her story, the author wants you to know that HIV is not a death sentence. There is life after your diagnosis. She talks about her faith and how it carries her through the day. After her diagnosis, the author rededicated her life back to Christ. She’s also sharing about love before and after HIV; and what she prays to God to send her.
"Forever Changed: Moving in a New Direction"
LaToya Murchison
Forever Changed is a labor of heartache, sickness, and renewed health and spirit. Quiet Storm is my personal counselor that I can talk to no matter where I may be. I know that she will listen to me without judgment and look forward to me putting pen to paper. My prayer is that Forever Changes will teach others to learn on God in your good and bad times. I have included some of the prayers and scriptures from my journal that helped me make it through each day.
"Undetected: More than a Status"
Shawnte Spriggs
Undetected is a quick and easy listen to help better understand the emotional challenges and outcomes a person living with HIV can undergo during their journey to overall wellness. As a woman living with HIV for a little over a decade, I provide personal insight and transparency into my emotions, mood swings, relationships, risks and more that I’ve endured. I also share my wins, lessons learned, benefits and rewards. This audiobook is designed for individuals diagnosed with HIV, their friends and family, and anyone servicing people living with HIV.
"REMEMBER TO BREATHE"
Dawn Breedon
This inspirational true life story has it all; Suspense, Murder, Revenge, Inspiration, Success, Education, and how to discern bisexual behavior (often referred to as the ‘Down Low’). You will feel many emotions and at the end you will feel strengthened and empowered. A resilient, resourceful, unconquerable Spirit. This Spirit that resides in Dawn Breedon strengthens her to triumph over adversities and has pulled her through gut wrenching emotional pain. As she rises above being stigmatized, ostracized, and held up for public scrutiny, she boldly and unashamedly shares intimate details of her life. Dawn shares the skills she used that helped her get back on the road to finding and fulfilling her purpose. If you need a powerful example of survival, you must meet Dawn.
"The Straw That Broke"
Tasenet Meri Iti
James had everything. He was educated, including a good job with benefits and a fruitful side business. Precious was enamored with Jame’s lofty ambitions despite knowing that all he really wanted was to “kick it.” She ignored that fact, continuing to be bedazzled by James’ charm. Precious knew the relationship was doomed to begin with due to her HIV status, but she kept hoping things would somehow change. But nothing would change, and it wasn’t until her male friend corroborated what she knew all along: she simply wasn’t a priority in James’ life. Devastated, Precious summon the courage to confront James who confirmed she wasn’t his priority. Faced with the unbearable truth, Precious accepted that painful reality and came to realize that severing her soul tie with James was the only way for her to let go and move on.
"A Piece Of Me with HIV"
Shyronn Jones
Born into severe racial tensions, gentrification, violence and drugs- like today’s times. Shyronn had a lot to deal with in her early years. Not wanting to add unplanned pregnancies and STD’s to the list, she abstained from sex until the age of 18. Losing her virginity, then discovering she contracted HIV at the age of 22, caused hurt throughout her life. Nevertheless, It’s sweet to defeat and beat to the rhythm of my own feat my path will outlast the cast shaped for me I will live life victoriously. -Shyronn Jones
"Dating While Living with HIV"
Shyronn Jones
The assumptions and realities of dating while living with HIV are, as expectantly presumed, and also unexpectedly shocking! Shyronn Jones sums up over 20 years of relationslips, situationships, and secretships of her dating life while living with HIV.
"CNA With
HIV: Living
and Working During the Coronavirus Pandemic"
Shyronn Jones
In 2019, The Global Pandemic Of The Coronavirus impacted the entire world! The impact reached every facet of lives, especially those working in healthcare, and the immunocompromised. Hear an attestation from a Certified Nurse Assistance living with HIV in Atlanta, Georgia.