Inner Warriorship: Memoir of a Latch-Key Kid is Michael McConnell’s powerful literary debut, a searing and unforgettable journey through the heart of adversity. Set against the gritty backdrop of 1980s South Jamaica, Queens, a neighborhood gripped by the crack epidemic, this memoir pulls no punches, delivering a raw and unflinching account of a young boy’s struggle to survive the chaos of his surroundings.
 
With brutal honesty, Michael takes us deep into his world, where generational trauma and toxic family dynamics threatened to consume him. Yet, within the turmoil, a warrior spirit was born. Inner Warriorship chronicles his path from pain to personal triumph, as he battles against the demons of his upbringing and the violence of his environment, ultimately emerging with a transformed sense of self and purpose.
 
This gripping memoir is more than a survival story—it’s a testament to resilience and the human spirit’s capacity for healing and transformation. With each chapter, Michael’s journey becomes a beacon of hope for anyone who has ever felt broken, trapped, or forgotten. His story offers readers the strength to heal, transmute, and thrive, showing that no matter the circumstances, it’s possible to reclaim one’s life and rise stronger than before.
 
Due for Release January 2025
 
Inner Warriorship: Memoir of a Latch-Key Kid isn’t just a memoir; it’s an invitation—to rediscover your inner warrior, piece by piece, and to embrace the power of transformation.