I published my first book on April 5, 2019. Before that, I was engaged in freelancing on an entirely different subject while working a regular day job. My tryst with writing and buying books was not new. Yet the publishing part was not attractive to me very much as it needs time, money, and dedication.
When the trajectory of my life changed drastically, I began to blog. Then I had to go forward with a resignation from my regular banking job as I had to adjust myself to a changed situation. Then, I became a dad at home. Yet it does not end there. My hope of rerouting the journey of life was hit hard. I frequented hospital corridors and the Emergency Room.
Then, I underwent brain surgery to fix my broken brain although there were too many risks. My children were just a toddler then.
Then, I changed my topic of writing. In one way, circumstances forced me to change. On the other, I wanted to spread a message to the suffering world or at least someone like me. I am not sure whether my books or a new style of writing would be well received. But I felt deep down in me, that it was a call I received.
I wrote a book to encourage someone like me. Me and my type of people are very hard to understand. Our speeches were incoherent, just as our way of conversing and mingling with others.
It was not my first choice, but it is where God led me.
Thus, I started writing books, despite my circumstances. It must have been the least I could do for the grace of God. Therefore, I can safely say, that in the abiding grace of God, I became an author.
Until now, I have written several books, 9 (nine) books or titles if I include a booklet written by my 8-year-old son during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some more books were on the line should it be the will of God.
List of my Books:
In any case, if you want to check out my books, here is my Amazon Author Page. You will also find it on the right widget of this website.
Some writers, readers, and well-wishers are so kind to encourage me on the way. If God wishes some more books will come up as well.
Soon enough, I realized the need for theological knowledge, an Accredited Theological Degree in addition to my Master’s degree in Political Science.
After leaving my job, I got to know how people were very much categorized based on their designation in Public Offices and different areas of employment. I also knew that simply working in an office or institution did not make someone wiser or have more profound intellectual thought in terms of policy-making for society and religious entities. Yes, it did give them more confidence.
Thus, for someone like me, it gives us lots of time and space to spend with our family, which is a privilege. At the same time, frequenting hospital corridors has also taught me to appreciate life. It makes me realize the importance of setting boundaries, for my well-being as I did not owe an explanation to everyone and everywhere.
I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to all those who encourage me to not simply give up writing and support me in different and distinct ways. May the abiding grace of God be with us all. Amen!
