(EMAILWIRE.COM, September 01, 2021 ) August 17, 2021 – Denver, CO and Newport News, VA – Author Fredricka Gaines has just released Musings: Socio-Political and Spiritual Thoughts of a Targeted Individual—new non-fiction published by Outcrier Publications, LLC. The book chronicles the initial driving force that forced her family to migrate from the south, seeking freedom from fear and persecution and the promise of opportunity. But the simple quest for a better life would eventually turn into a full-blown hunger and striving for the “American Dream” for Fredricka. A central theme for the author during the years of struggle is reconciling herself to God and finding ultimate peace.

Musings is the true story of a targeted individual. It lays out the growth and struggles of a disenfranchised American family during the era of the second great migration; provides insight into the experiences that impacted and shaped the author’s psyche as she pursued what seemed to be at times the elusive American dream; and documents the sad withering of that American dream, which is gradually replaced by a living nightmare.

Fredricka Gaines shares a step-by-step outline of the terrifying events that left her paralyzed with fear. Through her sometimes wavering faith, in spite of the overwhelming forces that pursue her, she manages to summon enough spiritual strength to survive the initial mental, emotional and physical onslaught. Only after recognizing a meaningful purpose for her life does she experience a “resurrection” of life. Though still battling the injustices—the encroachment on her civil and constitutional rights—she has hope for the future. She writes of finding a true purpose in life and of hope for stemming the tide of moral decline in America.

Learn more about the author at Outcrier Publications.

At 308 pages, Musings: Socio-Political and Spiritual Thoughts of a Targeted Individual is available online through Outskirts Press, Amazon and Barnes and Noble for a maximum trade discount in quantities of 10 or more and is being aggressively promoted to appropriate markets with a focus on the non-fiction category.

ISBN: 978-0-578-24399-3 Format: 6 x 9 paperback Retail: $24.95 eBook: $5.00

Genre: NON-FICTION

About the Author: Fredricka Gaines is a retired librarian. Her career spanned 40 years in scientific and academic libraries. She holds a BA and MA in biology from a renowned HBCU and a MSLS in Library and Information Science from Case Western Reserve University. Fredricka is married with two children and one granddaughter. She maintains close ties with the church and for years acted in the capacity of Christian educator. She also has an enduring passion for Black history and is active in several Black history organizations.
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