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THE LONGEST SHIFT IBD

EMPOWERMD PUBLICATIONS
01 / 2026
9798993501208
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Sinopsis

The Longest Shift: Believing, Becoming, Belongingáis a gripping memoir that follows one Black womanâÇÖs journey from the Brooklyn projects to the frontlines of academic medicine. Dr. Keya Locke tells a story of resilience, having overcome poverty, heartbreak, and trauma in a journeyáofáfaith, fierce ambition, and the relentless pursuit of belonging.ááWith captivating authenticity, Dr. Locke allows readers a look at the private battles behind her public achievements: enduring childhood abuse, parenting through adversity, shattering barriers in higher education, and navigating the unique challenges of being 'the only one' inápredominantly white, male spaces.áááThis rich narrativeádoesnâÇÖtáshy away from the complexities of race, identity, and womanhood in America. It challenges the myth of the 'unlikely story,' illuminating the everyday heroism in survival, and the courage it takes to finally strip off oneâÇÖs armor and claim joy.áááIfáyouâÇÖveáever strived for more when the world counted you out, ifáyouâÇÖveáeveráneeded proof that you are not alone-the evidence is here. Walk with Dr. LockeáthrougháThe Longest Shift: A Story of Believing, Becoming, and Belonging.áFor readers of Michelle ObamaâÇÖsáBecoming, Tara WestoverâÇÖsáEducated, and anyone who believes that telling your story can change the world.áá

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