Paula, a survivor of childhood abuse, is the author of “Poems to Live For.” Her poems about abuse, self harm, suicide and other mental health issues were born of a sensitive mind and fierce wrath, entwined with ingeniousness.

     Paula was recently interviewed by Emma Joseph from the Bournemouth Daily Echo, during which Paula breathed an inspiring message to the world:  “This is Paula Simpson, a little girl who couldn’t do anything right… If I can do this, other people can achieve as well.”

     Paula’s story speaks for a journey of triumph and tears. Regardless of which stage of healing you are at, we hope that you can take Paula’s warm message with you.

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