We Are Not Born Failures

by Moises Linares

When people see me, they see an Emmy Award winning journalist. But before the success and honors, I was a kid navigating the tough streets of Los Angeles. While many of my friends chose street life, I discovered a different path and soccer became my saving grace. With focus and determination, I was able to survive gang-infested neighborhoods and become the first person in my family to graduate high school. Looking back, each decision I made inched me towards who I am today. Now I seek to empower my community through my story.

The life I was given was not one with a silver spoon. I worked, clawed, and pressed my way forward. With so many labels given by society, I’m sure none of mine had success written on it. But no matter what people say or how they label us, there’s one thing I know for sure— We Were Not Born Failures.
THIS VERSION OF WE ARE NOT BORN FAILURES CONTAINS FULLY-COLORED PHOTOS FOLLOWING MOISES LINARES' JOURNEY FROM ADOLESCENCE UNTIL PRESENT DAY.

237 pages, Paperback

Published October 3, 2021

Reviews

[Giovanna · Rating 5 out of 5]

I may be a little biased on this review because the author Moises is Salvadoran-American just like me. This book gets 5 stars from me simply because his story is similar to my story. This book is mainly about how he overcame his upbringing and believed in himself to achieve and accomplish his goals.

[Khristian A. Garay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Authentic and motivating. The book goes through the personal journey of the author and teaches reader that there’s value in the struggle.

[Z · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story worth yhe read. Highly recommended.

[Miguel José · Rating 5 out of 5]

An emotional roller coaster of trials, tribulations and triumph. The stories are so real you feel like you’re living it with Moises. Hard not to walk away a fan.

[Elkhen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book twice. Inspiring and motivating story. Highly recommend