SIS, YOU ARE AN OVERCOMER!
Transparent Stories of Trauma, Tragedies, and Trials That Led to Triumph
An Anthology for Women Who Turned Pain into Power
Hosted by Denecia Herbert & Dawniel Blackheart
Founders of DEWERS (Driven & Empowered Women Experiencing Restoration & Success)
This anthology is a sacred space for women to share their transparent stories of trauma, tragedy, and trials that led to triumph. Each chapter is a testimony of resilience, faith, and the unbreakable spirit of womanhood.
Through raw honesty and heartfelt reflection, contributors reveal how they faced life’s hardest moments—abuse, loss, illness, heartbreak, rejection—and emerged stronger, wiser, and more determined to walk in purpose.
Project Overview:
Up to 50 women will be featured in this powerful anthology. Each participant will receive:
- Full publishing services including editing, formatting, and distribution
- Professional headshots for author branding and marketing
- Personal landing page to showcase their story, bio, and links
- Comprehensive marketing package to promote the anthology and each author
- Two podcast appearances to share their journey and connect with audiences
- Story submission up to 2,000 words highlighting their personal journey from pain to purpose
- Five complimentary copies of the published anthology
- Social media introduction campaign announcing the anthology and each participant across major platforms
- Weekly book coaching Zoom sessions to guide contributors through writing, storytelling, and publishing preparation
- Ghostwriting services available for an additional cost for participants who prefer professional writing support
Participation Investment:
Each author’s participation fee is $350.00, which covers all publishing, coaching, marketing, and promotional services listed above.
Payment & Deadlines:
- $100.00 deposit due by November 15, 2025 to secure participation
- Remaining balance due upon story submission
- Stories due by January 5, 2026
- Estimated launch date: March 2026
How to Join:
Click on the deposit link to make your $100.00 deposit and fill out the form below to capture your information. Once your deposit is received, you will receive a Welcome Packet with full project details.
The first Zoom Meet & Greet will take place on November 18, 2025, where contributors will connect, learn more about the process, and begin the journey together.
Book Signing Event:
Following the book’s release, a special book signing celebration will be held. This event will be a powerful gathering for women to connect, empower, and encourage one another. Contributors will have the opportunity to share their stories, network, and celebrate their collective triumphs as published authors.
Book Sales:
Each author will be responsible for purchasing their own copies of the anthology to sell and keep 100% of their profits. This allows every participant to build their personal brand, expand their audience, and generate income from their story.
Social Media Introduction Campaign:
Each author will be introduced through a coordinated social media rollout that includes:
- A personalized announcement post featuring their headshot and short bio
- A branded graphic highlighting their participation in SIS, YOU ARE AN OVERCOMER
- Scheduled posts across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to build anticipation
- Group features showcasing all contributors as part of the Overcomer community
- Hashtag campaign to unify promotion and increase visibility
Themes to Explore:
- Rising from brokenness to breakthrough
- Finding faith in the fire
- Healing from generational pain
- Reclaiming identity and self-worth
- Turning grief into growth
- The power of forgiveness and restoration
Purpose:
To inspire, empower, and remind every woman that no matter what she’s endured, she is not defeated—she is an overcomer.