Up From Rock Bottom [Paperback]

Alicia Williams (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 11, 2008

Thirteen amazing stories of survival and triumph are woven together in this inspiring book. Up From Rock Bottom will encourage you and help you find your purpose through adversity.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Alicia Williams is a gifted actress, writer and motivational speaker. The Detroit native received a Bachelor s of Art Degree in African-American Studies from the University of Kentucky. Alicia immersed herself in college life and formed Circle of Imani, a collegiate woman s support group. Using the support group as a platform, Alicia facilitated workshops, retreats and performances which addressed concerns involving self-esteem, abstinence and family issues. Dedicated to using her talents to affect the lives of many, Alicia was inspired to write Up From Rock Bottom to encourage and strengthen people who have experienced or are experiencing their darkest hours.

Product Details

• Paperback: 211 pages
• Publisher: Infinity Publishing (January 11, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0741443368
• ISBN-13: 978-0741443366
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,011,722 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Read, March 18, 2010

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Mrs.Broom "Mrs. Broom" (North Carolina) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Up From Rock Bottom (Paperback)

Up From Rock Bottom is a wonderful book and easy read for anyone. It is extremely inspirational to say the very least. You are carried from one story to the next with ease yet each one is so different than the last. My clients often read my copy while under the hair dryer and refuse to stop mid-story when the dryer turns off. LOL I am so excited to see what she will do next.

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you...and keep them coming!, May 8, 2008

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Alicia D. Williams - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Up From Rock Bottom (Paperback)

These comments were emailed to me by Casandra of NC and April B. of NC:

"Alicia, when I got home from work yesterday, I decided not to go to my disciple class at church and instead I stayed at home and read your book. I ordered it two weeks ago and I kept telling myself that I was going to take some quiet time to sit down and read the book. Well yesterday as I sat there on the couch, I looked over at your book on my coffee table. It was there because I put it there the night before with hopes of reading it before going to bed. So, I picked it up and I didn't put it down until I got to the last page. Halfway through the book, I found myself in tears. Just absolute full blown crying. I realized that I wasn't just crying because of the stories that I was reading. I was crying because I found myself in the pages of that book. I was face to face with my ROCK BOTTOM. I got up off the couch and went to the bathroom to get some tissue and I found myself just asking God to please give me strength. Strength to finish the book and the strength to deal with the knots in my stomach and the ache in my heart. Thank you Alicia for surrendering to God and completing this assignment. Thank you for honesty and realness. Thank you for acknowledging ROCK BOTTOM. I love you for being the woman that you are." Casandra (NC)

"In February I purchased this book. This past Sunday while laying in bed waddling.. lol... I reach over to my nightstand and grabbed this book. I had bought the book in Feb. because Alicia (you) is (are) a great and well rounded person and I wanted to support her ( you). But, I had not read any of it until Sunday. I havent read all of it... just the first 30 somethin pages. But the first part of this book was all me....... OMG... I cried.. I literally cried. I saw myself. It gave me an understanding as to why my life is the way it is and how things can be differant. I was able to begin a healing process within myself..... So..... thanks for doing what you are doing and what you have done. I am looking forward to finishing this book."April (NC)

5.0 out of 5 stars Up From Rock Bottom is simply AMAZING!, March 6, 2008

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Tracee Loran "Creative Person!" (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Up From Rock Bottom (Paperback)

To say that this book is inspiring is not saying enough. It's simply incredible! The stories are absolutely captivating! I was humbled by the courage, strength and sheer determination of the book's subjects to share their stories and overcome such gigantic obstacles. When faced with similar situations, most people would buckle. If you are going through ANYTHING, I recommend reading this book. Your spirits will certainly be uplifted and you'll be fueled with the insatiable hunger to survive!