Against All Odds: The Rose That Grew From Concrete

Bys: Robinson, Josette, Collins, Anja, Rogers, Jennifer

Against All Odds; The Rose That Grew From Concrete is a moving anthology of resilience, faith, and transformation. Through deeply personal stories, contributors share how they survived trauma, loss, betrayal, and systemic barriers-yet refused to be defined by them. Each narrative reveals the quiet strength required to heal, the courage to reclaim identity, and the determination to grow where hope seemed impossible. These testimonies illuminate how purpose can emerge from pain and beauty can rise from broken places. Together, the voices form a powerful reminder that even in life's harshest conditions, growth is possible-and resilience can bloom.

Editor Dr. Jessica L. Braidden

Contributing Authors:
Dr. Jessica L. Braidden
Josette Robinson
Anja Collins
Jennifer Rogers
Tiara Tucker, M.S
Leah Rosenthall
Dr. Nakita J. Cloud, PhD
Nicole Davis
Dr. Shelly Martin
Amber Lynch
Dr. Teri Thompson, PMHNP-BC
Dr. Monica Hunter-Kirby, EdD
Victoria R. Davis, MSN, RN, CCM
Schonda L. Davis, MSW, LCSW
Dezgen'ere "Desi" Jones
Dr. Shontae Davidson

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GTFQ35WY
• ISBN13: 9798253032039
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 210 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"