Works by Dashawn



Dori Yang
Author of Howard Schultz Story



One of the most powerful books I've ever read. And Some RISE Above It should be shared between mothers and daughters, fathers and sons, and amongst friends. Patrick has written a book that truly matters. ​



Karan Mitchell
Amazon Review



And some RISE above it is witty, touching, sweet, and sad. The author's passions are infectious. He made me want to like baseball (I hate it) and pray to god (I'm agnostic.) I wanted to hug the author at the end to thank him for writing it.



Lillian Dalske
Amazon Review



I actually read the book in 2 sittings. This is an encouraging memoir that should be read by anyone who has contact with children. I knew nothing about the topic, but I am now considering becoming a foster parent at some point in my life because of this book.



k. s. jones
Amazon Review



I attended the National conference in May. Dashawn was there for a book signing. I got a book and started reading it on the flight home. I was always at the end of my seat and I couldn't wait to get to the next page. I picked this book up and I had a hard time putting it down. I would say that everybody should read this book.



D.E. Rogers
Author



And Some Rise Above It is the most complete book about foster care that I have ever read. It captures the essence of faith and confirms that dreams have no limits. It will be remembered for its impact on the lives of young people.



Joe Weiss
University of Washington Professor of Sociology



A compelling narrative that elicits the inner strength that we all possess. It is a blueprint that will inspire people from all socio-economic backgrounds.



AND SOME RISE ABOVE IT



Based on a true story





Destiny is not defined by where we begin!​



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And Some RISE Above It proves believing in greater possibilities is superior to the environment in which we are raised.



SYNOPSIS

On the day of Shawn's first professional baseball game, he reflects on journey that led to this moment. He recalls the day he, at six years old, his 5-year-old brother, Darnell, and 4-year-old sister, Michelle, were taken from their family. Eight years had passed since they’d last seen their family. Shawn and Darnel embark on a journey to find answers to their lives. Why had they been taken from taken from their family? What happened to their father after the fire? What happened to their mother after they found her unconscious? Were their parents still alive? They needed to take that journey.


And Some RISE Above It is a coming-of-age story about a boy navigating the perils of growing up in foster care. Will someone love and take care of him and his brother and sister? What will his future hold? Will his childhood limit his possibilities? What will become of his life after he ages out of foster care? With an unshakable love of his grandmother and a tremendous passion for baseball, he finds meaning to his life, inspiring him to reach goals he never believed were achievable.​



AUDIENCE



The memoir genre, especially when rooted in authenticity and transformation, consistently garners attention on platforms like Audible, Amazon Kindle, and social media.


“And Some Rise Above It” resonates deeply with the current consumer interest in stories of overcoming adversity, social challenges, parental addiction, and emotional growth.


"And Some RISE Above It" was specifically written for young people who need to realize that RISING is an absolute right. This book has become a recommended read for public and private foster care agencies throughout the United States. It is for anyone invested in sparking the lives of young people.



SIMILAR PROJECTS



This book stands firmly in line with these book titles,

  • The Other Wes Moore
  • A Child Called “It”
  • Born a Crime by Trevor Noah

​And Some Rise Above It is a merger of these popular movies.

  • Stand By Me
  • Hillbilly Elegy
  • Boyz in the Hood
  • The Sandlot




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