American Writing Awards is a unique global contest as it offers small presses, academic presses, micro presses, self-publishers, and “Big 5″ publishers and authors a chance to compete in the same arena for the same prize. Their team of expert judges, which include Industry Professionals, Authors, College Professors, fairly and competently assesses all entries based on multiple writing skills such as story-telling ability, transitions, pacing, character development, and overall impact.

As an honored finalist in this year’s contest, Santiago’s award-winning book Healing Yesterday’s Tears, aims to raise awareness about poetry’s healing power and its use as an effective self-help tool. Having experienced depression as a child and as an adult, Santiago found the true healing power of poetry when she began writing poetry as a therapeutic release. Since discovering its benefits, she has been on a mission to drive others to discover and experience the positive effects of poetry as well. The poet’s cause will be greatly aided by winning this distinguished award.

Award-Winning Finalist of the 2022 American Writing Awards in the ‘Self-Help’ category, Healing Yesterday’s Tears is now available in Paperback and eBook on Amazon, and wherever books are sold.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Kyli Santiago is muti-award-winning poet, performer, advocate for emotional and mental wellness, and lives in Metro Atlanta, Georgia. She healed herself of depression using poetry, performance, and alternative healing techniques. She has published her poetry to encourage others to move forward past obstacles and achieve their goals.