Choose Not to Give Up!

Meet Award Winning Author Anthony Owens

Meet the author of the award-winning Syrup Sandwiches, Choose Not to Give Up!, hear his experiences growing up in Brooklyn, NY, and his advice on fatherhood, families, personal strength, resilience.

Anthony Owens boasts a distinguished career, accumulating 20 years of active naval service, during which he garnered numerous accolades and awards. For the past decade, he has been a pivotal figure at a major defense contractor, serving as one of the lead Network Engineers and as the Technical Trainer at Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, Virginia.  Over the last 13 years, he has contributed as a federal employee in the role of Information Technology Specialist (Network).

Mr. Owens holds a bachelor's degree in Sociology and a master's degree in Business with a concentration in Information Security from Saint Leo University.

Born in Dawson, Georgia, and later finding his footing in Brooklyn, New York, he navigated a tumultuous upbringing under the care of a single parent.  Drawing inspiration from his life's trials, he delved into the realm of writing. His acclaimed work, Syrup Sandwiches, Choose Not to Give Up! seized the top spot in the BIPOC category at the Next Generation Indie Book Awards, garnering numerous nominations.  Beyond this, he penned the empowering children's book Raw Power, addressing the scourge of bullying.  His literary repertoire expands further with the gripping suspense novel, Reasons, showcasing his versatility and storytelling prowess.  Mr. Owens is currently working on his next book, Fatherhood Matters. This book delves into the crucial roles that fathers play, emphasizing the significance and consequences of their absence in children's lives. 

Visit https://www.antowens.com/ to learn more about the author.

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