The Boyz Part 1: Mykel's Story

Mykel Antonio Jackson came into the world screaming-and never stopped making noise.

Born into chaos but full of light, Mykel's life was anything but ordinary. Raised between three small North Carolina towns-Duval, Willow Creek, and Montford Hill-he was bold, loud, and unforgettable from day one. The only son after a long line of daughters, Mykel was destined to stand out. But standing out came at a cost.

By twelve, he was kicked out of his mother's house.
By thirteen, he was moving weight under his father's roof.
And somewhere between childhood and the street corners, Mykel lost his grip on who he could've been.

Based on a true story, The Boyz Part 1: Mykel's Story is a raw, emotional journey through the life of a boy who wanted love but got survival instead. From the loud laughter of family-filled summers to the silent spiral of addiction, this book doesn't flinch. It reveals the truth behind what happens when potential is overlooked, pain goes untreated, and the streets call louder than home.

Mykel lived fast, loved hard, and left too soon.
But his story?
It's not just one to be told-it's one you'll never forget.