Facing Prison Walls with the Devil Inside the System is the candid and revealing autobiography of one woman who survived the prison system and resolved to improve her life and that of others in her community. Brenda Lewis describes the horrors she witnessed while incarcerated, including abuse and manipulation by both guards and other inmates. She details personal encounters and paints a graphic portrait of daily life behind the walls of the criminal justice system, sharing her feelings of isolation, regret, and fear. Through faith, determination, and courage, Ms. Lewis took control of her own life and emerged a changed woman, and she offers young people facing the challenges of street life today words of warning and encouragement. Facing Prison Walls with the Devil Inside the System seeks to educate readers about the realities of prison life and the consequences of crime, drug use, and poor decisions. Ms. Lewis speaks out for women incarcerated in America and has shared her story in the hopes that others will learn from her mistakes and be spared her harrowing experience.

About the Author

Brenda Lewis was born and raised in Philadelphia, where she now lives with her husband, Billy. Brenda is a graduate of Southern High School. Facing Prison Walls with the Devil Inside the System is her first published book.