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My father's explosive behavior taught me early that expressing myself was dangerous. So I became quiet. Invisible. A master of keeping the peace-at any cost. Through years of internal struggle, quiet resistance, and self-reflection, I began to peel back the layers of shame and fear that had kept me small. This book is for anyone who: Grew up walking on eggshells Struggles to find their voice after trauma Wonders if healing is still possible Knows healing is possible at any age Gripped is not just a memoir-it's a mirror for the silent, the unseen, and the still-hopeful.

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Lourdes Valtierra Dirden is drawn to the darker corners of the human experience, where truth lives just beneath the surface. A fan of psychological thrillers, crime, and horror, she enjoys podcasts like Chilling Tales for Dark Nights.Her memoir, Gripped: The Weight I Refused to Carry, and her first book, Going Solar: The Homeowner's Handbook, reflect her range as a personal storyteller and nonfiction writer.Through her business, currently rebranding from VA 4 Solutions, Lourdes collaborates with authors and professionals to develop content, design visuals, and manage the production of books, podcasts, and related media. She is also the founder of Think Books, an independent publishing imprint, and the host of the podcast Growing Older Together, now in its second season. Anaiah Davis is a first-generation college graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in English Creative Writing from Bradley University. She is a die-hard mystery fan, with a soft spot for romance, a deep love for young adult literature, and a growing admiration for poetry. Some of her all-time favorite fiction titles include Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult, Beloved by Toni Morrison, A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson, That's Not My Name by Megan Lally, and All Good People Here by Ashley Flowers.

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