At first glance, Morris' book seems to be just an inspirational autobiography, detailing how a poor black girl from Long Branch, New Jersey overcame emotional problems and defied predictions of her societal demise to earn an undergraduate degree, with honors, from prestigious Simmons College and Master's Degrees from Boston College and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, before building an illustrious career in human services and public health. And it is that. But it is so much more. In addition to chronicling the good, bad and ugly of her life's journey and the close-knit black community of Long Branch's public housing projects, Morris does two important things that transcend her riveting personal story, both of which make her book a compelling read even if you have no connection to Long Branch and regardless of your racial background.
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In How Ya like Mike Now!, Leslie Morris shares her painful and joyful story of growing up poor in the 1960's. This is undoubtedly one of the best books I've read on this subject. I've often pondered why it is some children succeed and others in similar environments do not. How Ya Like Me Now!, in smooth-flowing prose, offers some explanations. More importantly though, Morris steered me from "why" to "what." What can families and communities do to enrich and shape the lives of our youth positively? Reflecting on her life experiences from her adolescent years and as a licensed psychotherapist, Morris provides insightful, practical and relevant suggestions.
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I enjoyed Leslie's story immensely. We have several things in common. I too went to an all girl's college in Massachusetts and my husband has family that grew up in the same town as Leslie. She is a testiment to the fact that no matter what your upbringing, a hard work ethic, family support and believing in yourself will help you to succeed. I hope she will continue to inspire young adults to do the right thing.
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