He spent his life searching for a father figure until he became a Freedom Writer, motivational speaker, bestselling author, and finally a father himself.
An innocent little boy born in poverty and raised in a violent environment, Darrius became a product of the streets, written off by the school and judicial systems alike, growing up in an environment full of gangs and drugs.
Gruwell change you? How did you make it out of the gang life? What stopped you from killing yourself?' Darrius's answers are inside.ĭiary of a Freedom Writer takes you on a journey beyond the classrooms to the treacherous streets of Long Beach, California. During speaking engagements, the same questions always surface: 'Did Ms. Upon the release of The Freedom Writers Diary and film adaptation starring Hilary Swank in 2007, New York Times bestselling author Darrius Garrett realized that both book and movie tell the Freedom Writer Story as a whole, but not on a personal level. a word continuously thought of when reading this memoir. It’s a story that will shock many while inspiring change in those who can relate to the author’s experiences.
‘Diary of a Freedom Writer: The Experience’ tells the bold and gripping story of Garrett’s struggles and challenges during his years growing up in Long Beach, California. In an effort to share his story and ignite change within today’s generation, Freedom Writer Darrius Garrett is reintroducing his talent for writing to the world with his compelling and powerful new book. Los Angeles, CA - ( SBWIRE) - While the story of the Freedom Writers has entertained millions through Richard LaGravenese’s 2007 smash-hit movie, those who knew and experienced the work of Erin Gruwell first-hand have since remained mostly silent.
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