Don't hold back

By Debra Akins Tereasa

"Don't Hold Back" is the raw, emotional, and inspiring story of Debrichah - a resilient Black woman from the Low Country, raised in a low-budget community where beauty and pain often coexist. Though always seen with a radiant smile, Debrichah was silently battling deep personal demons - scars left by betrayal, abuse, and a system that looked the other way.

Enduring sexual and physical abuse at the hands of those closest to her, Debrichah's journey is one of survival, strength, and ultimate self-discovery. After years of silence, shame, and feeling invisible, she finds her voice - not just for herself, but for anyone who has ever been told to stay quiet.

This deeply personal memoir is a testament to the power of speaking out, reclaiming your truth, and breaking generational cycles of trauma. Debrichah's story is not just about survival - it's about transformation. It's about finding light in darkness and empowering others to say: "I will no longer be silent."

This is her truth. Raw. Unfiltered. Courageous. Don't Hold Back.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FSCKGN8S
• ISBN13: 9798330306671
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Debra Tereasa Akins
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"