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~ Mrs. Qiana Riley-Jones is a wife, mother, military veteran, author and businesswoman ~
Wife: To my very charismatic, courageous, supportive and loving husband, Mr. Vandrick “Hamza” Jones.
Mother: Of a blended family consisting of two biological children and five children by marriage.
Military Veteran: Former US ARMY Sergeant who proudly served as a 68C (68WM6) and a LPN/LVN with an Honorable Discharge.
Businesswoman: Business owner of Qiana Compositions, LLC. I have a love for writing and have designed a business in line with my passion. I achieved my associate degree in liberal arts/Behavioral and Social Sciences with an emphasis in nursing.
I am a middle-aged professional which is pure proof that you can achieve anything you set your heart and mind to do as well as wear multiple-hats in a range of fields. Never be afraid to tap into your talents and don’t allow anyone to speak about what you cannot do. Be the author of your own life, dictator of your own path. It is worth the ride!
Author: I released Broken Pieces, a self-help/self-realization book inspired by my many friends, family members and myself who have suffered through some very traumatizing experiences and work daily to mend the wounds of our past to build a healthy future. Learning to not allow the past to define us, but shape us through healthy thoughts, concepts and all the available resources.
Creator of: No Shame! Prison Wife. Some Choose This Life, Some Inherit It Journal 1 & 2 Ed.
Reviewed by Maryann Namayi for Readers' Favorite
In Broken Pieces: Healing the Girl That Remains Trapped Inside, author Qiana Riley-Jones presents a collection of short stories that explore traumatic experiences and offer insights into navigating life’s challenges. Through the narratives of seven intentionally nameless and ageless females, Riley-Jones guides young girls and women seeking to overcome obstacles and find fulfillment. This book explores the concepts of acceptance and fulfillment and emphasizes the importance of personal growth. While growth can be a process, it can also lead to significant accomplishments. Riley-Jones motivates us to establish objectives and cultivate a positive mindset to surmount challenges we may encounter. By sharing her experiences and those of others, she offers hope and inspiration to those facing similar struggles.
Qiana Riley-Jones’ writing is unique and resonant, addressing themes such as insecurity and acceptance. Each chapter offers hope and inspiration drawn from personal experiences. The sense of accomplishment in overcoming a difficult situation is genuinely profound. As demonstrated throughout the stories in this book, our actions can shape the outcomes we desire in life. The fact that it draws upon real-life experiences is valuable, as it provides essential lessons for life. We are encouraged to develop a winning attitude and set goals to overcome obstacles. Overall, I highly recommend Broken Pieces as a powerful and thought-provoking work. Its exploration of real-life issues and emphasis on personal growth and accomplishment provides valuable lessons and inspiration for anyone seeking to move beyond past experiences and become a better person.
