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Laughing In The Dark
A groundbreaking autobiography. Patrice Gaines explores the twisted path she traveled to find her place as a confident black female in a world that values whiteness and maleness. She writes about her journey from unwed mother with a drug rap to award-winner reporter and a woman her daughter could be proud of—a woman capable of both independence and love. Here is a rich and insightful story of a life lived on the edge by woman formerly preoccupied with pleasing everyone but herself.New hardbacks are not available. Search the internet for used copies.

Moments Of Grace
Patrice Gaines offers her own life story and the testimonies of people of various ages, races, and religions who have turned around their lives. She recounts the path she took to break free of a self-perpetuating cycle of heroin use and relationships with abusive men to become a responsible mother and successful writer and reporter. By offering herself as an example, Gaines will motivate and inspire readers to meet the difficult challenge of changing their lives.

What people are saying about:
“Laughing in the Dark, From Colored Girl to Woman of Color —
A Journey from Prison to Power”

“Patrice Gaines sings a song of self-love, starting off with blues and ending with a triumphant gospel shout. For any woman who’s ever let love lead her astray, Patrice’s searing story will lead her back to the healing power of her own heart. This is a cautionary tale, a story for any woman who’s never loved herself enough. And for her daughters.”
– Bebe Moore Campbell, author of
Your Blues Ain’t Like Mine and Brothers and Sisters


“This book transfers the fabled wondrous strength, determination, and fortitude of the African-American woman from the realm of historical legend to contemporary reality. Laughing in the Dark is irrefutable testimony to the indomitable spirit of the
African-American woman."
– Claude Brown, author of Manchild in the Promised Land



What people are saying about:
“Moments of Grace, Meeting the Challenge to Change”

“Patrice Gaines has lived a life of utmost incredible triumph over tremendous odds. She proves it can be done, and in Moments of Grace, she reveals the key.”
– Marianne Williamson, author of a Return To Love

“Moments of Grace is a powerful and invaluable book that will help anyone who is ready to meet the challenge to change. Thank you, Patrice Gaines, for sharing your wisdom and your ways.”
– Iyanla Vanzant, author of Acts of Faith

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