Can I Be Ernest?

In a pursuit of love, recognition, and belonging, Can I Be Ernest? offers an unfiltered glimpse into his formative years growing up in gritty 1980s New York City. He navigates through unfamiliar challenges, resulting in a sequence of unimaginable, life-altering experiences that shape his outlook on humanity and life.
Born to a dignified African father and an American mother, Ernest reflects on his childhood challenges in embracing African culture during a unique period in Black America, while emphasizing the significance of resisting societal pressures for acceptance and the falsehoods of life. The book addresses themes such as education, the dangers of unhealthy relationships, fatherhood, nurturing genuine friendships, and much more.
Can I Be Ernest? is profoundly introspective, revealing deep emotions, candid truths, self-mocking humor, a love for baseball, and a wealth of nostalgia to cherish forever!