Beyond Skin Deep : Stories of Cross-Cultural Adoptions

Beyond Skin Deep – Stories of Cross-Cultural Adoptions Volume 1Real Stories. Raw Truths. Unshakable Love. What happens when love crosses cultures, colors, and expectations? Beyond Skin Deep is a heartfelt collection of real-life stories from families who have embraced adoption across racial and cultural lines. These powerful narratives explore the joys, challenges, and transformative lessons of raising children in families that don’t look the same—but love just as deeply. This book was created in loving memory of Matthew Chiarenza, a biracial adoptee whose life left an imprint on everyone he met. Before his passing, Matt expressed a desire to share his experience of being the only mixed-race child in his family—not to seek out his biological roots, but to help others understand what it’s like to grow up adopted across cultural lines. This book carries that message forward. You’ll meet parents and children who speak honestly about identity, belonging, and the red thread that binds us beyond skin color or origin. These are stories that will make you feel, reflect, and rethink what it means to love without limits. Whether you’re part of the adoption community or simply believe in the power of family, this book invites you to listen deeply, love fully, and go beyond skin deep. Authors Pearl and Charles Chiarenza, Brittanee Hernandez, Patrick Morrison, Wendy Stephenson, Jennifer Lynn, Tonya and Mike Genewick. Poem Written Celaine Charles Contributing Mary Gooden - Divine Destiny Mentoring & Publishing