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Jon-Patric Nelson

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Dr. Jon-Patric Nelson is a licensed physical therapist, self-published author, podcast host and all around creative.

Dr. Nelson was born in Jamaica and raised in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Nelson found inspiration in sports, music and writing poetry at thirteen years old. He ran track & field throughout high school and began writing poetry in his high school drama class. Nelson first fell in love with literature in his 12th grade English class while reading Makes Me Wanna Holler by Nathan McCall. Inspired by the storytelling of Mr. McCall, Nelson went on to write his first book titled Enlightened By A Darker Tone in 2018.

Subsequently, he earned a doctorate in physical therapy in 2019. Dr. Nelson believes his purpose on earth is to serve humani ...more

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	Secrets The Swamp Keeps 4.50 avg rating — 14 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Right There With You 4.63 avg rating — 8 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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I've had this platform for approximately 4 years when I released my first book but because of life I haven't engaged with it. However, it all changes today. I'll be posting updates of my life as a YA author.

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