This bold, transformative book guides readers through mindset shifts, authentic storytelling, and empowerment, helping individuals overcome challenges and embrace personal growth with honesty and courage.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Kia R. Merrifield comes from the bustling city of Columbus, Ohio, where she grew up in the tight-knit Hilltop neighborhood. As the oldest child of T. Wayne and Dorothy Gatewood, Kia learned the values of resilience, determination, and compassion from a young age. Kia is a proud graduate of West High School, where she started her journey of academic excellence. Her quest for knowledge led her to pursue a degree in Organizational Leadership from Wright State University, where she honed her leadership skills and passion for creating positive change.
Driven by her commitment to educational equality and inclusion, Kia earned a Master of Special Education from Antioch University Midwest. With knowledge and a heart for service, she embarked on a fulfilling career as an educator, touching the lives of countless students and inspiring them to reach their full potential.
Apart from her roles as a wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, Kia proudly wears many hats. As an aunt, niece, creator, and author, she embraces creativity and innovation in all aspects of life. But above all, Kia identifies as a survivor-a testament to her strength, resilience, and unwavering spirit in the face of adversity.
Through her writing and advocacy work, Kia seeks to uplift and empower others. She shares her journey of triumph over adversity and spreads a message of hope, resilience, and self-discovery.
ABOUT THE BOOK
A CASE OF THE F&$!#%KITS!
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and liberation The author challenges conventional wisdom and invites you to embrace the transformative power of saying “fuck it" to the things that hold you back. The book empowers you to reclaim your freedom and live on your terms, whether it's societal expectations, self-doubt, or fear of the unknown. Through candid anecdotes, practical insights, and unapologetic humor, Kia offers a roadmap to authenticity, resilience, and unbridled joy. Let go of overthinking and hesitation and unleash your untamed spirit.
It's time to say, "FUCK IT" and live boldly.
WHY SHOULD PEOPLE BUY
A CASE OF THE F&$!#%K ITS!?
Because this book is a raw, unapologetic dive into overcoming the impossible and reclaiming life. When COVID-19 tried to take her life, Kia Merrifield fought back not just against the virus but against a lifetime of pain, setbacks, and trauma that had threatened to silence her voice. With each chapter, she challenges societal norms, shares her truth, and confronts issues from health to relationships to self-worth—all with brutal honesty and humor. This is not a self-help book filled with clichés; it’s a guide to resilience and finding strength when everything is falling apart.
If you’re looking for a book that offers more than just survival stories—a book that dares to say what many are too afraid to—then Kia’s journey of transformation, told through her fearless and unfiltered lens, is what you need to read.
True empowerment comes from embracing your authentic self and creating spaces where others can do the same.
What Readers Are Saying
honest, insightful. thought- provoking on how we perceive ourselves, often more harshly and negatively than how others actually see us.
CYNTHIA GATEWOOD
From the very first page to its concluding thoughts, "A case of the f&$!#%k-its" is a magnetic read that commands attention. The author brilliantly delves into the philosophy of letting go and embracing life with an unapologetic attitude. This book serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of shedding societal pressures and listening to one's authentic self. A must- read for anyone feeling trapped by conventions and seeking liberation. Everyone, at some point in life, could benefit from developing their own "Case of the fuck its." highly recommended!
M. BROWN
Very good read! I can't wait to learn more about the author and her journey.
R. MOHAMMAD