To every person attempting to find their way Home,
God is closer than you think.
Have you ever felt unworthy, unseen, or unprepared?
Have you questioned your faith, wondering if God is still with you in the midst of your struggles?
Miguel’s Enemy, the first book in the #LOVENOFEAR series, is a powerful coming-of-age story that explores faith, identity, and the courage to seek truth.For young adults navigating self-doubt, faith, and personal growth, and for parents watching their children forge their own spiritual paths, this book offers a new perspective. It speaks to anyone battling fear, negative self-talk, or feeling trapped by the past. It’s a journey beyond fear and into faith.
About the #LOVENOFEAR Book Series
The #LOVENOFEAR series, follows a diverse cast of individuals whose lives intertwine as they seek God and confront fear – evil’s greatest weapon. Through prose, poetry, and raw, authentic language – including occasional expletives and mature themes – the book gives voice to life and culture as they truly are, meeting readers where they are. You’ll find yourself on a journey of faith, confronting fear, and wrestling with what it truly means to walk by faith, not by sight. Fighting to believe in a God who undeniably lives within us all.This book is for those cast aside by religion, those searching for God in their pain, and those who refuse to accept a faith that shuts people out.
Book 1: Miguel's Enemy Where in the Hell is God?
In Book 1: Miguel's Enemy, Where in the Hell is God? a twenty-year old, ambitious, Afro-Mexican, HBCU college student recounts his journey from South Central L.A. to Atlanta, Georgia. He remembers his high school days when teachers weren't attentive, and most times forgot about his presence. But Miguel's mind is not like any other student he knows; it's constantly moving and remembering everything it sees and hears. On healthy days with big doses of self confidence, he can sell sand to the beach, considerably a part of his ole skoo charm. Home life challenges him unexpectedly, and he is forced to make difficult decisions to grow up quickly. Miguel must manage an overwhelming array of academic, social and spiritual challenges. His ego travels an unpredictable rollercoaster ride and eventually turns to trust in a faith that is both unfamiliar and controversial. Though terrified of failing, Miguel ultimately pursues his childhood dream, thanks to the community reminding him that he is more than capable of re-writing his life story.
Why I Wrote The Book
I wrote this book because I, too, have struggled with faith. I was raised in a religious structure that often felt more about exclusion than love. I saw injustice ignored, questions silenced, and people marginalized. For years, I remained quiet – afraid to challenge what I had been taught.
But silence is complicity. I couldn’t sit by while people suffered, while faith was twisted into fear, while truth was buried beneath tradition. This book is my way of breaking that silence. This book is for those cast aside by religion, those searching for God in their pain, and those who refuse to accept a faith that shuts people out.
God is unending, always beginning something extraordinary. This story is an invitation to rediscover faith, not through fear, but through love.~ Author Barak Bomani
Preview the Book
Step into Miguel’s world and start your own journey of faith, fear, and transformation. Read the first few pages of his story.
Listen to an Excerpt
Hear Barak Bomani narrate a powerful section of the book.
Author Bio
Barak Bomani is a published author, songwriter, business owner, and award-winning educator, originally from East Oakland and now living in Compton, CA. His life is a testament to his unwavering commitment to education, social justice, and faith. As a community activist, Barak co-founded Unearth and Empower Communities with his wife, Sara, to provide underrepresented youth with access to STEM and the arts. Through storytelling, Barak explores the powerful intersections of identity, faith, and resilience, encouraging readers to confront their fears and embrace the transformative power of love. His mission is simple: to create spaces where healing, growth, and truth can flourish – where people discover their deepest strength and purpose through God’s love.
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Join our community and be part of a movement that seeks love, faith, and transformation. Stay connected for updates on future books in the #LOVENOFEAR series, readings, and discussions.
Speaking Engagements
Barak Bomani is available for speaking engagements on topics that inspire transformation, such as faith, social justice, education, and personal growth. With a wealth of experience as an educational consultant, non-profit co-founder, and founding principal of a top-ranked public high school, Barak brings more than just knowledge to the table – he brings a passion for empowering and uplifting others. As the founder of a high school where 100% of seniors were accepted into four-year colleges, he has made it his life’s mission to open doors for young minds and help them reach their fullest potential. Barak’s powerful words resonate across schools, churches, and community events, where he motivates individuals to face their fears, embrace love, and embrace their own capacity for change. Whether through engaging workshops or compelling keynote speeches, his insights inspire real, lasting impact. Barak is also the co-founder of Cultivating Hope, Inc., an organization dedicated to equipping K-12 school administrators and teachers with the tools to empower students to thrive – not just during school hours, but throughout life.
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Contact & Feedback
We’d love to hear your thoughts, reflections, and feedback on Miguel’s Enemy. Your journey with the book matters, and your voice will help shape the future of the #LOVENOFEAR Book series
Thank you!
I will be in touch with you soon.Barak Bomani, Author
#LOVENOFEAR Book Series, Book 1: Miguel's Enemy
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