This book is for anyone who wants to understand relationships, period. Such a helpful book…. I dont think theres anybody who shouldnt read it.Preston Sprinkle, New York Times bestselling author

Let the Awkward Conversations Begin!

Adaeze and Chadtwo different people, two different backgroundsboth brought a lot of baggage into their relationship. Adaeze, a black Nigerian American woman who has lived with racism and discrimination her entire life. Chad, a white man with a family from the South who mostly grew up in white spaces. Determined to learn to communicate honestly and effectively, they stepped into tough conversations about their differences. Walls came down and Adaeze and Chad discovered the trust and respect they could have in and for each other.White Boy/Black Girl is an open-handed invitation from Adaeze and Chad to learn:

• Why trying to be the perfect Black or white person cant be the goal
• How to attempt to get it right when youre terrified of getting it wrong
• What to do when youre feeling uncomfortable, defensive, or misunderstood
• That repair is possible even when youve flat-out stepped in it
• The importance of surrendering our pain and prejudice to the redemptive work of Jesus

Adaeze and Chad provide a safe space for us to eavesdrop on some of the most vulnerable conversations theyve had about their differences. Their candid and honest back and forth gives us common, usable language to meet each other where were at. The path to empathy and understanding isnt easybut they promise you, its always worth it.

• Authors: Adaeze Brinkman, Chad Brinkman
• Format: Softcover, 224 pages
• ISBN: 9781496474933