“Dirty 4” by Keenan A. Bailey has been released worldwide. This 184-page novel follows Kelvin Blake from ages 18 to 26 as he navigates a complex world of mental health challenges, grief, substance abuse, and strained relationships, striving to find peace and balance among the noise of his thoughts. Written in the first person, this descriptive work of literary fiction brings readers into the tumultuous inner thoughts of the protagonist to build a raw, relatable view of life’s many difficulties.

Bridging the painful, the comical, and the philosophical, Bailey brings Kelvin to life through interior monologue, reflecting the anxieties that so many people face but rarely express out loud. As an exploration of trauma, self-sabotage, and resulting cynicism, Kelvin provides a cathartic window into the turmoil of young adulthood.

As readers accompany Kelvin through highs and lows, the author uses his relationships and experiences to offer social commentary, from sex and poverty to art, pop culture, and athletics. Kelvin is firmly placed in the real world, and the dynamics of modern society are as much a part of the story as his internal struggles.

Organized in four “Quarters” (including Halftime) to reflect Kelvin’s love of playing football, and spanning his experiences with others, his relentless self-criticism, and his creative attempts to process his pain, the book remains compelling and imaginative throughout.

A psychological thriller at its core, this vivid depiction of a young man in crisis tackles the dysfunction and coping mechanisms that lead young men down dark paths of drugs, alcohol, and desperate attempts to feel whole.

Dirty 4 (ISBN: 9781966074038) can be purchased through retailers worldwide, including Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The paperback retails for $14.85, and the ebook retails for $2.99. Review copies and interviews with the author are available upon request.

From the back cover:

A darkly funny psychological thriller, Dirty 4 is a gripping exploration into tribulation.

Dirty 4 is written in first person and delves into the philosophical in some areas, the comical in others, and the full-on painful as Kelvin uses narration, dialogue, and internal thought to relay his story to the reader – In a voice that is raw and honest, Kelvin spares no detail in telling the compelling, heartbreaking story of his journey.

About the author:

Based in upstate New York, Keenan A. Bailey is a psychotherapist who developed a passion for writing later in his life. He is a bestselling author on Amazon. During his free time he mostly enjoys being around his son, reading Yelp reviews about various establishments, and enjoying the outdoors. Bailey’s writing is solely based on experience, emotion, and imagination. Dirty 4 is his debut book.

About Manhattan Book Group:

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