Free Audiobook : Ordinary Hazards, by Nikki Grimes

Through her own poignant words, esteemed writer and poet Nikki Grimes delves into a haunting childhood as she presents a powerful memoir written in verse.

Facing a life with a mother afflicted by paranoid schizophrenia and an often-absent father, Nikki was subjected to the horrors of indifferent babysitters, was moved between various foster homes, and was taken advantage of by those she counted on. At a tender age of six, she channeled her anguish into writing one night, realizing the transformative and healing power of words. Nikki's journals became her steadfast allies over the years. In this heartfelt memoir, relatable to both young and mature audiences, Nikki reveals how the might of the pen helped her navigate through the challenges, both common and unique, of her journey.