Terrence L. Gallman

Author, Motivational Speaker, Activist, Life Coach, Playwright and Entrepreneur

www.TerrenceLGallman.com

Dear Media Professional,Terrence L. Gallman was in a fight for his life. During his 12 years in prison, Terrence’s life story seemed identical to many young Black men who lived a life of crime in urban America. Although his soul was deeply wounded and he was haunted by fear and shame, Terrence knew in his heart that he was better than his past and the cell that held him captive.

Determined to rise above his extenuating circumstances and not be a statistic, Terrence drew strength and inspiration from those around him, and fell for a woman on the outside who wanted nothing to do with building a future with an incarcerated man. Although the chemistry between them was undeniable, and she was drawn to his irresistible charm and intellect, she disappeared from his life, forcing him to face his feelings head on and re-evaluate his life, beliefs and actions from a more empowered perspective.

His heart-wrenching, yet inspiring journey compelled him to write his debut novel, Love’s Journey: The Road Less Traveled, a literary masterpiece that is partially based on his life, the transformative power of love, and forgiveness. Love’s Journey: The Road Less Traveled and his second release, Finding Me, are more than just novels; they are essential guides that help people break free from the toxic choices and actions that keep them locked and bound emotionally, spiritually, physically and mentally.

After being released from prison, Terrence has dedicated his life to sharing his story around the world, and empowering at-risk youth and people who find themselves trapped in self-destructive lifestyles and behaviors. An inspiring speaker, author, activist, playwright and who is enriching people’s lives all over the world, Terrence’s life story is an eye-opening wake up call that can heal relationships and transform lives from the inside out.

An accomplished entrepreneur and writer, Mr. Gallman’s books are highly anticipated films, and he is currently developing screenplays about his life. His other book titles and screenplays include, Love’s Journey 2, The Phazes of Men, Prisoner of Conscious, Conscious Prisoner, Cain and Abel, Saving Adam, Saving Eve, Why We Don’t Know Martin, Malcolm, Mahatma, Nor Mandela. Terrence is available for media appearances, seminars, panels, interviews, and speaking engagements.

Some of the topics he covers include how to re-program your mind for success, how to reinvent yourself after failure, and how to overcome adversity and reach your full potential. Visit www.TerrenceLGallman.com for more information, or to schedule an interview, please contact Florence Edwards at Publicity 911, by calling 760-285-6496, or sending an e-mail to Florence@Publicity911.com.

Fact SheetName: Terrence L. Gallman.

Title: Author, motivational speaker, activist, life coach, playwright and entrepreneur. Terrence is also the founder and CEO of The Challenge 4 Change Initiative (C4CI), a non-profit that teaches and consults on financial literacy and crime prevention.

Website: www.TerranceLGallman.com.

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Book Title (s) and Screenplays: Love’s Journey: The Road Less Traveled, Finding Me, Love’s Journey 2, Finally Me, The Phazes of Men, Prisoner of Conscious, Conscious Prisoner, Cain and Abel, Saving Adam, Saving Eve, Why We Don’t Know Martin, Malcolm, Mahatma, Nor Mandela.

Speaking Topics: Empowerment, personal development, relationships, at-risk youth, entrepreneurship, and crime prevention.

Contact Information: TerrenceGallman@gmail.com

Media Contact: Florence Edwards Florence@Publicity911.com 760-285-6496

Author Terrence L. Gallman Sheds Light on Love, Life, Prison, and Redemption in Love’s Journey: The Road Less Traveled

Author Terrence L. Gallman thought he knew all he needed to know about love and relationships until a string of unfortunate events landed him behind bars. Facing 12 years in prison for drug conspiracy, Gallman’s future seemed bleak and discouraging. While serving his sentence, Gallman felt compelled to write his first book, Love’s Journey: The Road Less Traveled, a story about Saleem, a young man who-just like Gallman-is serving time in prison.

Through his character, Terrence was able to live out his frustrations and pent-up emotions about a woman he calls Nefertite, a woman he fell for while he was in prison. Although the book is partially fiction, Love’s Journey: The Road Less Traveled, depicts some of Gallman’s most painful true life experiences, and reveals the struggles he faced overcoming the personal demons of his past while being transformed into the man he is today. “One of the reasons I wrote the book was I couldn’t be with the woman I desired to be with, so I had to find a way to express my true feelings about her,” Gallman confesses.

“I also wanted readers to get a full understanding of what incarcerated men go through and to have an opportunity to show that many of them are not heartless criminals-they also have the same needs as everyone else; they just made poor choices that didn’t serve them or society. I also wanted to reveal what true love is all about because it helped me-someone who was thought of as a failure and menace to society-to become a success. Although I was physically separated from the outside world, it didn’t stop me from experiencing love on a mental, spiritual and emotional level. One of the things I want people to get from reading my book is that unconditional love can turn any situation around, and can make a man a better person spiritually, mentally, and physically. It can heal the soul and turn a wounded boy into a responsible and authentic man.

Although society tends to look down upon people in prison, the truth is that there are many different types of prisons-many people are mentally and emotionally held captive by their fears, traumas, and past life experiences. They may not be physically serving time in a cell, but they can’t move forward in their lives because their fear, anger, and resentments are holding them back. The characters in my book are prime examples of this fact,” explains Gallman. Although there have been significant debates on national platforms regarding the differences between men and women, Terrence sets the record straight and puts a new spin on relationships that shatters myths about what men really want from women. “When it comes to love and relationships, men want the same things women want.

Most men crave affection, emotional connection, and true intimacy but they don’t know and aren’t taught how to express their needs. When you are incarcerated, everything that mattered to you the most on the outside becomes insignificant, and the only thing that matters is love,” states Gallman. Terrence L. Gallman is an acclaimed author, speaker, entrepreneur and life coach who helps people live empowered lives. He also provides support and guidance to men and their families, and teaches them how to have successful relationships with their wives and significant others during and after incarceration. For more information, visit www.TerrenceLGallman.com

Testimonials"Was a fascinating book that really captures the struggle and transition of a convict that's willing to do all it takes to be a productive member of society, without sacrificing his morals and principals and his family of true riders that have his back through it all. A fantastic plot and great writing-what's not to like.” Donnell Nelson #36324-037

"From the beginning I was intrigued by the plot, being that I'm incarcerated I could gravitate to the main character. A must read, and can't wait to read the sequel." -E.B.- Eric Brown #56442-180

"The book is full of awe and its very inspiring. It's good for those men and women who have people locked up. Keep on writing writer because we need this.” "Swagg" Daron Swygert #96746-071

“I just finished your novel. It was remarkable and I can’t wait to speak with you about it and I’m looking forward to that Oprah interview :)-Candra

“Absolutely great from beginning to end!”-Cinderella

Love’s Journey: The Road Less Traveled SynopsisSaleem’s dark past could cost him years in prison. Trapped behind bars with nowhere to turn, Saleem finds solace in Nefertite, the sexy, ambitious friend of Monica- his cellmate’s girlfriend, who immediately captures Saleem’s undivided attention…and his heart.

Although she is held captive by Saleem’s irresistible charm, strength and intelligence, will Nefertite give in to the temptation and risk it all to find true love in the arms of a convicted criminal, or will she walk away from her potential soul mate and regret it for the rest of her life?

While the battle to win Nefertite’s heart continues, Saleem embarks on a life-saving journey that forces him to come to grips with his painful past, present and future, and while doing so, he pens a best-selling novel that ultimately reveals the truth about unconditional love and the valuable lessons it teaches.

Laced with lust, deception, betrayal, Love’s Journey: The Road Less Traveled, reveals the shocking power of true love, forgiveness, and redemption. A gripping, sexy story with unforgettable twists, Love’s Journey is a tumultuous, intoxicating ride that arouses your mind, body and soul from beginning to end.

Terrence L. Gallman presents

BioRevered author, global activist, speaker, and entrepreneur Terrence L. Gallman is making a difference and is using his powerful life story to impact the world. At the age of 16, Gallman’s life was almost cut short by drugs and violence, but true love changed the course of his life and showed him who he really was on the inside in spite of his past.

As a youth growing up in South Carolina, Terrence endured many hardships and was headed down the path of self-destruction. Introduced to drugs by his step-father, Terrence became a dealer and was eventually arrested and found guilty of drug conspiracy. During his incarceration, Terrence stayed strong and continued to believe that he would prevail and reinvent his life from the inside out.

Determined to let his family and friends know he was more than his past, he used writing as a way to express his deepest, heartfelt emotions and penned his first book, Love’s Journey: The Road Less Traveled, a powerful book that exposes the real truth about the harsh realities of being incarcerated and the process of finding your true identity and claiming your inner power. Please view his interview with the Newberry Observer here: http://newberryobserver.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?avis=LA&date=20130909&category=news&lopenr=309099980&Ref=AR

After serving a 12-year sentence, Terrence began working towards his mission, which is to assist people with making positive changes in their lives. An influential figure to people who face the stigma of incarceration, Terrence provides mentoring and ongoing support to incarcerated men, women and their families. He helps them reposition themselves in society, create a positive self-image and shows them how to live successful lives outside of the prison system.

Mr. Gallman also provides essential tools for helping ex-inmates stay out of prison, and shows them how to transform their mindset and help them realize their true potential. Terrence’s life is a reminder that just because society deems you as a statistic, it doesn’t mean that it is who you really are, or what you will be for the rest of your life. With the right mindset, support, and guidance, anyone can rise above their past and claim their true greatness in life.

A passionate community advocate, and authority on empowerment, Terrence is the founder of The Challenge 4 Change Initiative, a non-profit that teaches financial literacy and crime prevention. For more information about Terrence L. Gallman, and his upcoming projects, please visit www.TerrenceLGallman.com.

Interview Questions1. What key message do you want readers to get

from reading Love’s Journey?

2. Your story is truly inspiring. How did you beat drug addiction to go on to become a successful author? To what do you attribute your success?

3. Did you always feel you had a calling to be a writer? If not, what influenced you to write your first book?

4. What was the most challenging aspect of being incarcerated and how did you allow it to make you a stronger man instead of a victim?

5. You stated that love made you a better man. In what ways did love change you for the better?

6. What advice would you give to women who are dating men in prison-what do you wish women knew about the experiences men go through in prison? How can they be more supportive to men in prison?

7. How were you able to transform your mindset from an addict to an empowered entrepreneur?

8. What advice would you give young men who are on the wrong path?

9. What are some of the challenges you faced after being released from prison?

10. You speak about recidivism. What are the causes of recidivism, and how were you able to avoid that cycle?

11. What do you feel are some of the biggest challenges couples face in their relationships after men are released from prison, and what tips do you offer that can help them have stronger, more fulfilled relationships?

Love’s Journey: The Road Less Traveled Excerpt

Nef had no idea how the prison world could be so cold and dogmatic, yet also provide such sensational and intriguing insight into her world. Although she stayed only a few miles from the penitentiary, she felt as though she was from a faraway world from his-a world that seemed so hard to live in. Like problems of her own, one has to deal with the hand they’ve been dealt and make the best out of their situation. Tough times didn’t begin with her and wouldn’t end because of her.

She had enjoyed Saleem’s company and thought the world of his resilience. She could hear his passion and anticipation without asking, but his eyes, voice, and body language had said everything, and she did not know if his desire for her came from vulnerability and/or the loneliness of prison.

Her heart went out to Saleem and Khailil whom she had before ridiculed, but now had a place in her heart for both. She felt even more pain for Monica, whom she ridiculed about her support of and commitment to Khailil. She sympathized more with her now and could partially understand how she felt.

Saleem pulled at hear heart, but she could not give any more of herself. Tomorrow, she would talk things through with Saleem to see if there was more to him and his situation. Or perhaps, she would simply have to retreat into herself.