Not You
A Memoir
by Megan Harris M.
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Pub Date May 07 2024 | Archive Date May 31 2024
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Description
Shortly after graduating high school, Megan purposefully conceives a child in one of many failed attempts to secure the acceptance she desperately wants from anyone who would offer.
She soon finds herself in a variety of dire straits that includes 12 months in a maternity home and her subsequent surrender to mental illness. It would take the births of three more children to finally find the self-respect necessary to become the responsible mother her children deserved.
Not You: A Memoir details the struggles of a single mother who has the task of overcoming the self-loathing that imprisons her inside of one bad choice after another. For the woman who has been mocked and abused, has lost a baby, lost herself, or has lost her community due to decisions she’s felt were necessary—this memoir will appeal to anyone who has had to find the courage to love themselves first.
A Note From the Publisher
Having begun Not You as part of her master’s thesis while attending Southern New Hampshire University, Megan Harris M. is now working on her PhD in English, with a concentration in Creative Writing and a minor in Literary Theory at Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD. She also serves as an Instructor of Record for their Department of English. Her creative works usually include pieces of her past that she uses to help others who’ve experienced the same, as well as some academic projects that explore the lasting effects of colonialism and sexism. On a normal evening, you can find her typing rhythmically away, a glass of Merlot close by her side as she listens to the hypnotic sounds of jazz floating in the background. She is the mother of five children and resides in Maryland, just south of the city of Baltimore. See more at meganharrism.com.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781627205320 |
| PRICE | $21.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 258 |
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Featured Reviews
Kelly P, Reviewer
A story of extreme struggle and also one of hope. This memoir was heartbreaking to read at times but I was always amazed at the author’s determination and strength. The writing is incredible and descriptive. It felt like I was right there with her in these situations of despair. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.
Tatiana C, Reviewer
This memoir showed the life of a woman that tried to love people that weren’t capable of love. Albeit sad and frustrating at times it does depict life for a lot of women in our communities.
Kimber H, Reviewer
I always love other people story! This memoir is of the life of a woman that just wasnt capable of loving people.
It was sad and just makes you want to get mad at the character. This story makes you feel what alot of other woman feel around you.
Would recommend and i liked the writing.
Thanks NetGalley for letting me read and review.
Educator 390984
At first, I wasn't sure if this would be a book that I could get into. However, Megan's story ended up captivating me. As I read though, I couldn't help thinking, has she never heard of birth control? Her family was a dysfunctional mess and her mother belittled her non-stop. As a result, Megan looked for love and acceptance by becoming pregnant over and over again with irresponsible men, hoping she could make a family.
Megan suffered during her young life, but raised her two sons, worked at a hospital, and attended school. Always reflective about her life choices, the men who abused her, and her relationship with her mother, Megan was determined to be a better mother than her own. Through her introspection and belief in herself and a better life, she finally ended the hellish cycle she had been in..
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