About HYPHENED-NATION: Don’t Check the Box
Honoree of three prestigious Literary Awards, The Independent Authors Network (IAN) Book of the Year Award, the indieBRAG B.R.A.G. Medallion, and The Wishing Shelf Book Awards, Hyphened-Nation has received a resounding “Get It” recommendation from Kirkus Reviews. The book was inspired by the author’s travels overseas and time spent living in the United Kingdom.
Step into the pages of Hyphened-Nation: Don’t Check the Box, a profound and captivating exploration of America’s hidden hyphenation. This thought-provoking memoir shines a light on the socially accepted yet seldom examined practice of hyphenating American citizens by ethnicity before nationality.
Prepare to embark on a journey that will challenge your perspectives, stir your emotions, and leave an indelible mark on your soul. Through meticulous research and poignant personal experiences, the author unveils the deeply rooted impacts of hyphenation, exposing its contribution to racism and perpetuation of harmful stereotypes across all genres of media.
Hyphened-Nation defies conventional boundaries, beckoning you to question the status quo and reconsider how we define ourselves and others. It navigates the intricate web of ethnicity and nationality, urging readers to embrace their individuality and break free from the confines of societal expectations.
This courageous work has garnered acclaim and recognition, earning prestigious literary awards for its groundbreaking perspective and fearless exploration of our hyphenated history. It is a powerful call for change, inspiring readers to challenge ingrained norms and foster a society rooted in empathy, justice, and self-definition.
Delve into Hyphened-Nation and be prepared to be transformed. Nicole Draffen’s evocative storytelling will grip your heart, ignite your passion, and compel you to join the conversation that this book has started. It is a transformative journey that will leave an indelible mark on your consciousness and ignite your desire to be part of a world where we remember ourselves and define who we truly are.
Are you ready to step into the extraordinary world of Hyphened-Nation? Open its pages, and prepare to be forever changed.
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Learn More About The Author
Meet our author – a dynamic and curious individual who is always on the lookout for new challenges and opportunities to learn. With a passion for tearing things apart and understanding their inner workings, our author has become a master at fixing and building things from scratch.
Traveling the world and exploring new cultures has always been a source of inspiration for our author. The social and cultural consciousness of the people they meet, and the things they observe, constantly fuel their natural inclination to understand and study the value of cultural norms. These experiences have culminated in a book that promises to be both insightful and thought-provoking.
But that’s not all there is to our author. When they’re not busy changing the world, you can find them in their garden tending to a vast array of plants, or practicing Feng Shui on everything in sight. They’re also an avid collector of old paintings, a lover of jazz festivals, and an enthusiastic antiquer. Running is another one of their passions, and they believe that with determination and a positive attitude, anyone can achieve their dreams.
In short, our author is a multi-talented individual with a zest for life and a thirst for knowledge. Their unique perspective and boundless energy make them an exciting addition to any conversation or project.