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“Called to Rise”
If you enjoy stories that make you feel and think deeply but ultimately leave you with a sense of hope and catharsis, then you will be sure to love this upcoming story about William.
A young man who has only known poverty and suffering his whole life, finally brings himself to face a world outside of the place he has called home. Will William be able to handle the tough and gritty life outside his trailer? Subscribe today to find out when this story is released to get first-access!
Similar to the books “Where the Crawdads Sing” and “Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine” with a protagonist whose development has been stunted by trauma and isolation, and raised in extreme poverty in a rural Southern setting.
This title may be listed as “Upmarket Inspirational Fiction” based on its character-driven depth, with strong elements of Contemporary Southern Fiction and Christian Fiction. Themes of human resilience and kindness give this title a cross-over appeal in Book Club Fiction.
Exploring Michelle’s Stories of Hope and Resilience
From heartwarming fiction, like “A Chance of a Lifetime,” to authentic memoirs like “Echoes of Aloha,” Michelle Lee Smith invites you on journeys of discovery and growth. Her compelling narratives bravely explore struggles and fears, ultimately celebrating the profound beauty of hope and the power of human resilience.
Characters Who Build Resilience
Opal is just a little girl who is isolated in a world that seems to always be against her. She must find the strength to resist the darkness consuming everything, and fight – alongside her faithful friend and pet cat – to restore what is good in the world.
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In a rural town, William finally gathers the courage to face a frightening world he was protected from for years. Despite his disability, he decides to leave the life of oppressing poverty, to attempt taking charge of his future.
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Thousands of miles away from where she left a piece of her behind, Gladys holds onto the hope – the chance – that she will be reunited one day with the one person she always loved but never knew.
Stories of Hope
Michelle Lee Smith’s writing spans across genres to shine a light onto the themes of hope and resilience. Writing inspired from real life struggles and emotional journeys, she transports her readers into the personal lives of characters who will fight for hope.