A powerful testimony of faith, fatherhood, and rebuilding after divorce.
After more than twenty years of marriage, Derrick Hollie's life changed in a way he never imagined.
The family he loved.
The home he built.
The future he believed in.
Gone.
What remained was silence, unanswered questions, and the painful reality of starting over.
A Father's Love After Divorce is a deeply personal and courageous journal that takes readers inside the emotional journey of a devoted father navigating the aftermath of a devastating separation. Through honest reflection, Derrick shares the heartbreak of losing the family unit he cherished, the confusion of enduring years of manipulation and emotional turmoil, and the painful process of rebuilding both his life and identity.
This is not simply a story about divorce.
It is a story about perseverance.
It is a story about discovering strength when everything familiar falls apart.
It is a story about choosing faith over despair.
With raw transparency and powerful insight, Derrick opens the door to conversations many men are afraid to have - the quiet pain of missing daily moments with their children, the emotional toll of fractured relationships, and the courage required to move forward when life breaks in half.
Through each journal entry, readers witness a father's unwavering love for his children, Jayla and Derrick Jr., whom he affectionately calls his heart and soul. His commitment to being present in their lives, even when circumstances changed, reveals the depth of a father's devotion and the resilience required to endure profound loss.
Rooted in faith and guided by the belief that pain can produce purpose, this journal offers encouragement to anyone experiencing life transitions, emotional hardship, or the feeling of starting over.
Readers will find:
- A deeply honest exploration of love, loss, and healing
- Encouragement for fathers navigating separation or divorce
- Insight into overcoming emotional manipulation and reclaiming identity
- A powerful message of faith, resilience, and personal growth
- Hope for anyone rebuilding life after unexpected change
This book is for fathers.
It is for families.
It is for anyone who has ever felt broken but refused to stay that way.
If you are searching for strength...
If you are seeking healing...
If you are learning to rebuild...
This story will remind you that even in life's darkest moments, purpose still exists.
You are not alone.
Greater is He that is in you, than he that is in the world.
Hollie, Derrick J.: - Derrick Hollie is an author, public affairs strategist, and devoted father who has spent decades advocating for families and underserved communities. He has served at the highest levels of government as a Presidential Appointee, where he led federal initiatives focused on economic opportunity and small business development. This background in high-level leadership, combined with his experience as a six-time Congressional witness, informs his unique perspective on policy, advocacy, and personal accountability.In recognition of his professional trailblazing and significant community impact, Derrick was honored with the East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Alumni Award of Honor. A prolific communicator, he has authored more than 75 published articles and op-eds and is the founder of the Energy Poverty Prevention Project, a national initiative dedicated to energy affordability and consumer protection. He is also the creator of the Rise and Shine daily motivational project, which uplifts a growing audience through honest reflection and faith-based inspiration.After navigating the life-altering transition of divorce after twenty years of marriage, Derrick felt called to share his journey to provide a roadmap for other men facing similar paths. Rooted in his belief that pain can produce purpose, he writes with raw transparency about faith, resilience, and the unwavering bond between a father and his children.Derrick resides in Northern Virginia and remains most proud of his roles as a father to his daughter, Jayla, and his son, Derrick Jr., whom he affectionately calls his heart and soul.
