LIFE DEFINED THROUGH MY EYES
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Unbearable Truth Breaking news: the year is 2030— the price of college tuition is now $500,000 a year. Textbooks cost $1,000 each, and for some courses, even more. Parking passes run $500 a quarter. College campuses stand deserted. Professors are paid to teach classes with no students enrolled. Most have dropped out, except the few well-off students— while the unfortunate turn their backs on their futures, not by choice. Students across the country are forced to settle for minimum wage. The unbearable truth about our future: Who will lead the generations to come? The unbearable truth is this— the cost of education makes our generation question everything.
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About the Book
Life Defined Through My Eyes is a powerful collection of poetry that captures the many facets of human experience. From love and passion to financial hardship and discrimination, from struggles with self-esteem and family conflict to the depths of grief, pain, and determination, these poems speak to the heart of what it means to live.
Through this evocative journey, you will encounter a spectrum of emotions that resonate deeply, leaving you moved and yearning for more.
More than just words on a page, Life Defined Through My Eyes invites you to reflect on your own life’s journey. If you’re ready to embark on this roller coaster of feelings and insight, turn the page and hold on tight.
About the Author
Alanna S. Walker holds a master’s degree in social work from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in both California and Nevada and runs her own private practice. Beyond her clinical work, Alanna channels her creativity through writing, using poetry as a powerful form of personal and social expression. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Alanna’s journey as a member of the LGBTQ+ community has profoundly shaped her perspective and inspired much of her work. Facing challenges within her family, social circles, and society at large, she turned to poetry to process and share these experiences. Her writing draws not only from her personal story but also from keen observations of the world around her, aiming to create heartfelt and relatable narratives that resonate deeply with readers. Life Defined Through My Eyes marks Alanna’s debut poetry collection. She plans to continue sharing her voice through forthcoming works, including additional poetry and short stories, inviting readers to see life through her eyes.