Women Up On Blocks

Exploring the complexities of womanhood, this collection of thirteen stories delves into the lives of women grappling with societal expectations and personal struggles. From a passionate co-ed to a new mother and a fragile newlywed, each character reveals the emotional toll of traditional roles. With a blend of lyrical and candid prose, award-winning author Mary Akers examines the intricate layers of identity and the sacrifices made when women conform to the identities of wife, mother, daughter, or lover.