WEBSITE & SOCIAL LINKS:
Author website: www.vernonennels.com
FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/vernon.ennels
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Vernonennels
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vernonennels/
Page six
of Vernon Ennels, Jr. book, THERE’S SOMETHING YOUR SON NEEDS TO TELL YOU,
reads, “I still remember his face, his breath, and hear his voice demand me
to lie on my stomach. He would down my pants my mother so proudly dressed me
in. And then my Superman underwear…When he was done, he walked me to school and
warned me, ‘If you tell anyone, I’ll kill your mother.’”
This book
reflects the experiences of males, specifically black males, but encourages
both men and women and those from various racial backgrounds to recognize the
signs of sexual and mental abuse and to combat the epidemic. “My book,”
emphasized Mr. Ennels, “is a mirror of my abuse to shed light on an on-going
issue to inspire others to take immediate action when they suspect child sexual
abuse. #Saveoursons is my mission to help spread awareness and spark change to
save current and future victims of sexual child abuse.”
Forty-something
Vernon Ennels, Jr. says his new book THERE’S SOMETHING YOUR SON NEEDS TO
TELL YOU is an “open letter” that
prompts other men to step forward and share their very own experiences of child
sexual abuse in order to save other young boys from the hands of an abuser.
My moniker
‘Save Our Sons’ encourages discourse and social activism to help boys and men
who have been sexually abused,” said Mr. Ennels. “Many, many people believed
these victims were lying, making up a story for attention. Since I am a certified
‘non-celebrity’ I wrote my book for every child abuse victim out there who is
terrified of stepping forward.”
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Can you tell us what your book is about?
Honest, raw, and completely vulnerable, There’s Something Your Son Needs to Tell You acts as an open letter that encourages other young men to step forward and share their stories about sexual abuse in hopes that we will save our little boys.At least one and six men have been sexually abused. And many of them are afraid and ashamed to talk about it. This fear is heightened in the black male community where a stigma persists around sexual abuse and sexual identity that reflects a homophobic and hypermasculine society.While many victims turn to religion to cope with their trauma, many religious organizations have either perpetuated the abuse or swept it under the rug.This book uses one experience to shed light on an ongoing issue and inspires others to take immediate action.
Who influenced you to write your book?
My 6-year-old son. When I look at him I saw myself at his age and realize I was abused at 6 years old.
Is it hard to publish a nonfiction book?
I wouldn’t say hard but challenging. In order for me to really tell my story I had to relive my tragedy.
What would you do
with an extra hour today if you could do anything you wanted?
Volunteer with my non-profit youth leadership program.
Which holiday is your
favorite and why?
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. Our family takes this time to help others and reflect on being thankful and grateful.
If we were to meet
for lunch to talk books, where would we go?
I would meet in a park under a tree. Peace, quiet, and less distractions.
What
do you like the most about being an author?
Hearing others stories and how my book gave them a voice to share their story.
What kind of advice
would you give other non-fiction authors?
Take a deep breath and stay focus on the purpose of your book. You will want to give us but remember why you are writing your book. Allow your voice to be heard.
