- Please introduce yourself so that the readers will get to know you better.
A1. Hello, my name is Braylon Darnell Kelley, a man of faith who stumbles daily. I am a husband to the most beautiful God-fearing woman with five beautiful children. I bring a bright smile and laughter into every room I may enter.
- What is the inspiration behind your book “But God”?
A2. The inspiration behind this book is full of pain and laughter. The definition of discipleship. But God is a true story about our son Zachariah a.k.a. Zach-e-Poo. The book is based on Zachariah’s walk with God through the darkest time of our family, God walked with us through the storm. The inspiration is to give hope to the hopeless and to other parents who may be at the bedside of the child wondering if will God come through for their child. For everyone in the world to know, God has the final word.
- When did you realize you want to be an author?
A3. I could truly say, that I never pictured myself being an author. God had plans that I never thought of. I knew I had a big responsibility to tell my son’s story and to bring Hope to others. I couldn’t sit on the sidelines and not be grateful for everyone that God has sent our way and everything that God has done to save our son. So I turned my pain into a beautiful work of art.
- Please tell us something about your book “But God”?
A4. But God is all about the storm we went through in 2023. God has the final word in every situation. This book is based on true events that have happened to our son Zachariah and the battle children may be going through. This book is a testimony to show the world not just what God has done for our child but the battles that every child deals with when it comes to doing good or doing bad. Children must know God has your best interests in his hands. Just reach your hand out to him and watch him grab your hand and walk with you on your journey.
- For which age group is your book “But God” suitable for?
A5. This beautiful book is for all ages, including the parents. To have a chance to have a conversation with the children about faith and the triumph spirit of God.
- What is your favorite Quote?
A6. “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
Isaiah 41:10 NIV
- What do you like the most about your country?
A7. The United States is the home of opportunity. With those opportunities comes responsibility. Responsibility to love our neighbor, to put God first, and to take every opportunity like it is your last. It’s not enough words that can’t describe how great we are as a country if we just love one another as ourselves.
- What suggestion do you want to give to parents of little readers regarding a reading habit?
A8. Being able to read and understand what you’re reading is the key to unlocking the world for your children. So give your children good habits and all the keys so they may be able to unlock the world.
- What does literary success look like to you?
A9. literary success is not just obtaining a piece of paper or a degree. It is being able to uplift and give wisdom to others. Helping people and the generations to come. Loving everyone you come in contact with. Being light for others in good times and bad. Be more Christ-like every day. Yes, it’s a slow process but it’s worth everything.
- Lastly, who is your inspiration in life and why?
A10. My inspirations in life are my lovely wife and children. But it’s bigger than them. Watching every parent who is struggling with a diagnosis of a sick child that they love. The people on the streets who do not have a home in the greatest country in the world. Those are a few of the inspirations of my life, and I bear them on the cross that I carry daily to try to help. But I always reflect on my Family and know the shared responsibility I have for them. I must lay my life down for them as Christ has done for everyone.
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