Is Somebody Listening: “From the streets of Louisiana to Division I football — a mother’s fight for redemption.” Paperback – March 18, 2026

Is Somebody Listening is a powerful and deeply personal true story about survival, faith, motherhood, and the strength it takes to break cycles of pain.Born and raised in a small town in Louisiana, Sequoia Sledge grew up watching her family struggle to survive. When the state separated her and her siblings, her life changed forever. She carried the weight of abuse, abandonment, and unanswered questions while searching for love, safety, and a place where she truly belonged.As she grew older, the pain of her past pushed her toward the streets, violence, and dangerous choices. Through heartbreak, incarceration, betrayal, and the loss of a child, Sequoia often wondered if anyone could hear the silent cries inside her heart.But even in the darkest moments, she refused to give up.Determined to create a better life for her children, Sequoia fought to leave the streets behind and rebuild her life through faith, education, and perseverance. Along the way, she raised strong young men who pursued excellence both academically and athletically, proving that a painful past does not have to determine the future.Is Somebody Listening is a raw and honest memoir about trauma, resilience, forgiveness, and the search for healing. It is a story for anyone who has ever felt unheard, forgotten, or alone and a reminder that even when the world seems silent, God is always listening. Read more