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Embracing Me is a powerful and deeply personal memoir by actress, author, and speaker April Hernandez Castillo—best known for her unforgettable role as Eva in the hit film Freedom Writers.
From growing up in the Bronx during the Crack Epidemic to surviving an abusive teenage relationship and nearly losing her will to live, April’s journey is one of raw truth, resilience, and hope. Behind the red carpets and cameras was a woman healing from trauma—and determined to rise.
With heart, humor, and unflinching honesty, April invites readers into her story of survival and self-discovery. Embracing Me explores what it means to reclaim your voice, forgive deeply, and embrace your full identity—even the parts shaped by pain.
More than a memoir, this book is a message to anyone who has ever felt broken, unheard, or alone: your past doesn’t define you—your healing does.
Perfect for: teens and adults, survivors, advocates, educators, and anyone seeking a story of healing, purpose, and powerful transformation.
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Embracing Me is a powerful and deeply personal memoir by actress, author, and speaker April Hernandez Castillo—best known for her unforgettable role as Eva in the hit film Freedom Writers.
From growing up in the Bronx during the Crack Epidemic to surviving an abusive teenage relationship and nearly losing her will to live, April’s journey is one of raw truth, resilience, and hope. Behind the red carpets and cameras was a woman healing from trauma—and determined to rise.
With heart, humor, and unflinching honesty, April invites readers into her story of survival and self-discovery. Embracing Me explores what it means to reclaim your voice, forgive deeply, and embrace your full identity—even the parts shaped by pain.
More than a memoir, this book is a message to anyone who has ever felt broken, unheard, or alone: your past doesn’t define you—your healing does.
Perfect for: teens and adults, survivors, advocates, educators, and anyone seeking a story of healing, purpose, and powerful transformation.
📦 Shipping available outside the United States. Contact our office for adjusted pricing and the best international rate.