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In her book, A LETTER TO PAWTONE, author Arlina A. weaves a powerful narrative of resilience and transformation.
MONTEREY, Calif. - Californer -- One of the first people in the US to receive gender reassignment surgery in the US in 1973, Arlina shares her lifelong journey to become the person she always knew she was. From the dusty roads of the Golden Gate Barrio to breaking barriers as a transgender trailblazer, Arlina's life story is a testament to courage and the unwavering support of family.
born as Arnold, serving in the US Army during the 19650s, and working as a postal employee throughout her life, Arlina tells a story of perservering through hardships and heartbreak, finally gaining her dream of becoming a woman and living in Monterey, the city of her dreams.
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Through vivid storytelling and intimate detail, Arlina A. brings to light the historical and personal challenges faced by a community often left in the shadows. A LETTER TO PAWTONE is a vital addition to literature on identity and equality—a story that resonates now more than ever.
Available June 1st on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
For press inquiries or advance review copies, please contact
Betty Withrow
info@thewriterslaunchpad.com
joie.gharrity@gmail.com
Text to: 831.238.2626
born as Arnold, serving in the US Army during the 19650s, and working as a postal employee throughout her life, Arlina tells a story of perservering through hardships and heartbreak, finally gaining her dream of becoming a woman and living in Monterey, the city of her dreams.
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Through vivid storytelling and intimate detail, Arlina A. brings to light the historical and personal challenges faced by a community often left in the shadows. A LETTER TO PAWTONE is a vital addition to literature on identity and equality—a story that resonates now more than ever.
Available June 1st on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
For press inquiries or advance review copies, please contact
Betty Withrow
info@thewriterslaunchpad.com
joie.gharrity@gmail.com
Text to: 831.238.2626
Source: www.thewriterslaunchpad.com
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