What can one say about a collection of pieces, such as Soul Be Free II? It is both a command and a plea. For those who believe that therapy can only be received or given in one way, Soul Be Free II can only be described as therapy through poetry. It is medicine for what aches the heart and mind by simultaneously speaking the words so often hidden by the mask of pretense we wear to impress those who cannot heal us. These words are piercing, yet gentle. They invite you to read, and even stop when your heart is too full to continue; but like any good meal, you do not want to stop until it is over. Worokya Duncan, Ed. D., Duncan Educational Consultants So many people are content with being boxed/plastic versions of themselves even as an inward cry for healing persists. In this volume of Soul Be Free II, Alfonso and Ouida continue the work of highlighting the deepest inner cries causing the reader to stop, to remember, and to ignore the voice saying, "Doing the hard work of letting God heal and restore you is not worth the pain of revisiting the old wound." This work will help begin the conversation. Your will to be free will give it wings. Katrice "Binki" Walker, Area Director, Young Life Dr. Alfonso Wyatt and wife, Ouida, once again give us a prophetic masterpiece with words of liberation, healing and restoration. They echo the voice of the oppressed and those who are free, those who have been blinded, and those that can see. These are not just poetic words, but vignettes that are sure to inspire, challenge and recharge the reader. Soul Be Free II is a must read for people seeking inspiration in these trying times. Dr. Wyatt and Ouida's poetry transcends race, gender, class and culture; it speaks to the struggle and challenges of the human condition. The author's writing is strategic in taking the reader on a journey into those parts of the Soul and Spirit that are seldom explored or explained. If you are willing, you will encounter truth, and this truth will certainly set you free Dr. Alfred Correa, D. Min., President, National Association of Youth Chaplains, Adjunct Professor, New York Theological Seminary

There are men in need of human repair from a supernatural mechanic if you will. This book, while focused on mentoring, also centers on developing men through spiritual reflection, essays of insight and encouragement - as well as thought provoking questions. Over the years of running youth development programs and ministering to men it has become clear that most broken vessels (mentor) cannot always "heal" broken vessels (mentee). So the opportunity for earnest readers of this book exists on two levels: namely to grow as men and then as mentors.

"If you are looking for faith; if you are searching for truth; if you are creating a path that leads to a transformation of your life Soul Be Free offers the guide post, the spiritual compass, the map of enlightenment that will take you on one of the most important rides of your life.... Soul Be Free is a gift that keeps on giving because its voice echoes that secret place within - where we can find the Spirit and remember the freedom and the power of life, and in that space, quietly step into the greatness that we are." - Terrie Williams, social activist and founder of The Stay Strong Foundation, and author of Black Pain: It Just Looks Like We're Not Hurting. "Alfonso and Ouida have birthed a beautiful book abundantly wrapped with liberation, love, healing and hope. Soul Be Free delivers a priceless prescription of poetry, prose and prayer that will help heal the holes in our collective souls. Read it and reap " -Shawn Dove, Founder of Proud Poppa Communications and Manager of Open Society Institute's Campaign for Black Male Achievement."The raw beauty of Soul Be Free's prescription for healing lies in its authors enlightened understanding and passion for living an examined and fulfilled life. As ministers, teachers and overcomers, Alfonso and Ouida Wyatt are uniquely qualified to lead us to the secret place where liberated souls roam free."-Derek H. Suite, M.D., Founder and CEOFull Circle Health, PLLC