Breaking the Cycle of Recidivism:

About the Book

Breaking the Cycle of Recidivism: Getting’ Out and Goin’ Straight is an exceptional book for parolees, ex-cons, and the incarcerated. It focuses offenders toward education, making wise decisions, and personal accountability. It is a must for all offenders who are seeking to get out of prison and live a productive life free of drugs, gang affiliation, violence, and criminal activities. There are important tips as to how inmates can apply their time more constructively and how to avoid relapsing and the inevitable fate of those who persist on committing criminal acts. Breaking the Cycle of Recidivism is all about self-rehabilitation!

About the Author

Dr. Cheyenne Valentino Yakima is a native of Detroit, Michigan. He grew up in Atlanta, Georgia, where he attended North Avenue Elementary and Howard High school. He received his doctoral degree from American College of Theology. He is an ordained minister and is currently working toward a bachelor degree in social work. He has been published internationally as a poet and writer. His work has been featured in over thirty-five anthologies in Canada, England, Jamaica, Australia, and the USA. Dr. Yakima has authored several books including: Poetic Expression, The Iceman Speaks, If I Could Paint Tomorrow, and Sense of Admiration.