As an ex-offender herself, Corey Austin is dedicated to helping ex-offenders rebuild their lives. The Toledo native was exposed to the justice system, housed in county jails and state prison, reporting to probation departments, and living in homeless shelters. Austin wants others to view her story to demonstrate that her past doesn't define her. The Enlightened Ex-Offender seeks to help both offenders, and those personally invested in offenders, to start the healing process. The book is interactive, allowing readers to write in their own responses. It also goes through the steps to "Freedom," offering how to develop short and long-term plans.
Austin will hold a book signing from 4-9pm on Thursday, September 18, at Shorty’s Bar-B-Que, where the books will be available for $20, or go to
theenlightenedex-offender.com
