Derrick Evans Libros

Great journeys often start with a single question. For D. K. Evans, a newly married professional in the Christian-dominated South, that question was, "Why Do I Believe in God?" That simple query led him on a years-long search to better understand the nature of religion and faith, particularly as it applies to the Black community. While many taking such a journey today might immerse themselves in the writing of Richard Dawkins, Daniel Dennett, Sam Harris, and Christopher Hitchens, Evans took inspiration not only from John Henrik Clarke, Yosef-Ben Jochannan, Hubert Harrison, and John G. Jackson, champions of a rich Black tradition of challenging religious orthodoxy, but also from many others in his own community who had similarly come to question their core religious beliefs. While this journey eventually led him to discount the notion of God, he calls on all to ask their own questions, particularly those within the Black community who act on blind faith. While their own journey might not lead to his truth, he acknowledges, that is the only way they will ever emancipate themselves from the truths thrust on them by others and arrive at their most important truth--their own.

Set against the backdrop of West Virginia's Appalachian mountains, the story follows Derrick Evans, a charismatic lawmaker who gains popularity through his promises of change and justice. However, his political ascent takes a dramatic turn when he becomes embroiled in the turmoil of the January 6th events at the nation's capital, challenging his ideals and ambitions. The narrative explores themes of political ambition, chaos, and the impact of national events on local leaders.

Derrick Evans, television's Mr Motivator, laces the story of his life with inspirational reflections and advice. His position, as fitness guru, popular television personality, and motivational speaker, makes him ideally placed to offer insights into life, work, love and family, based on his own, often challenging, experiences.