Jason Griffin

Prepare yourself for a reading experience unlike anything you have encountered before. This powerful smash up of striking art and piercing text viscerally captures exactly what it means to be Black in America right now. Created through a brilliant collaboration between a bestselling author and an incredible artist, this project is a fierce, vulnerable, and gorgeous contemplation of life in the modern world. Unfolding across three hundred pages of breathtaking illustrations and just a few carefully chosen sentences, this manifesto tackles the heavy concept of oxygen and what it truly means to breathe. It explores the deep symbolism attached to that simple word, especially in today's climate of social justice and generational struggles. For anyone who has never known the terrifying feeling of not being able to truly catch your breath, this book will open your eyes. And for those who already understand that weight all too well, you will find a tender, heartbreaking, and ultimately hopeful reflection of your own reality.

Two best friends with the same first name share a massive dream to conquer the creative world of New York City. One Jason expresses his soul through poetry, while the other captures his truth through vivid paintings. Together, they leave their comfort zones behind and dive headfirst into the challenges of the big city. This stunning visual autobiography takes you on a journey through their early struggles, their unshakeable bond, and their determination to succeed as artists. You will see how they supported each other when the world felt too heavy and how their different talents blended to create something entirely unique. The pages are filled with striking artwork and powerful words that show the true meaning of collaboration and loyalty. If you have ever had a big dream and a best friend who believed in you, this inspiring story will remind you of the incredible things that happen when two creative minds work together.