Slowly But Surely: A Young Man's Fight to Redefine His Future

By Laura Baillum and Shameer Gainey

Slowly But Surely: A Young Man's Fight to Redefine His Future

At just fifteen years old, Meer carries the weight of the world on his shoulders with poverty, pressure, and the pull of the streets. Some days there's no food on the table, no bed to sleep in, no space to dream. But through it all, Meer holds on to the wisdom of the one person who never lets him go: his grandmother.

With her words echoing in his heart, "Educate yourself on purpose" and "Don't let no one steal your future", Meer learns that survival isn't just about staying out of trouble. It's about choosing who you want to become, even when the odds are stacked against you.

As he looks out for his younger siblings, navigates dangerous choices, and writes his own "survival manual," Meer discovers that success doesn't come overnight. It comes step by step. Slowly but surely.

This moving young adult novel is a story of resilience, family, faith, and the power of hope. Perfect for teens searching for purpose, parents seeking to inspire, and communities determined to uplift their youth, Slowly But Surely will leave readers with tears in their eyes and fire in their hearts.

Because sometimes the greatest battles aren't fought with fists, they're fought with courage, love, and the determination to stand tall.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FVT2P85L
• ISBN13: 9798268743470
• Release Date: October 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"