"Unleashing My Story:
The challenges of growing up after a Traumatic Brain Injury"
The neurodeficits caused by Traumatic Brain Injury are something that I have to learn to live with. The psychological impacts are another challenge I must overcome.
Lillian Margaret Chamberlain-Holland - Mother/Wife
Core Traits: Calculating, fiercely protective, disciplined, secretive, loving beneath her armor
Role in the Story: Matriarch, mentor, protector, protagonist.
Jonathan Edward Holland - Father/Husband
Core Traits: Loyal, secretive, self-sacrificing, intelligent, emotionally reserved
Role in the Story: Catalyst/Shadow Protagonist (his actions and secrets drive the plot, though he is often absent and was presumed dead.)
Katelyn Marie Chamberlain-Holland
Core Traits: Loyal, stubborn, brave, compassionate
Role in the Story: Protagonist, chosen protector, the heart of the family.
Chastity Clare Chamberlain-Holland
Core Traits: Intelligent, vigilant, skeptical, loyal
Role in the Story: Protagonist, “The Swan,” the vigilant daughter.
Celestina Solona Benedetti-Valente
Core Traits: Wise, enigmatic, fiercely loyal, pragmatic
Role in the Story: Mentor, ally, magical protector.
Marcello Luca Valente
Core Traits: Loyal, protective, strategic, loving, steady
Role in the Story: Mentor/Protector (guides and supports the Valente women, key in the fight against the Network).
Isadora Fiora Benedetti- Valente
Core Traits: Wise, calm, intuitive, gentle
Role in the Story: Prophesied “Twin,” wisdom-bearer, ally.
Vivienne Elsie Benedetti Valente
Core Traits: Creative, sensitive, determined, secretive.
Role in the Story: Prophesied “Twin,” spark-bearer, ally.
Creative Works
Exploring opportunities to engage in diverse projects in digital marketing, writing, and authorship.
Mystery Novel
Diving into developing skills in writing a captivating mystery novel that keeps readers guessing until the last page.
Comic Book
I am also discovering ways to write engaging comic books that combine humor, adventure, and motivation for young adults in a unique storytelling format.
About the Author
Nikole Joie
A multi-talented digital marketer, writer, and author dedicated to creativity and inspiring connections through storytelling and innovative marketing.
