If change is necessary, how do we change?
Mona Lisa on the Titanic follows the true journey of a young girl from rural Brazil who, after losing her mother at age four and her caregiving grandfather at ten, grows up surrounded by violence. Her future seemed predetermined, until public policies opened unexpected doors.
Through education, she breaks cycles, crosses the country, and achieves the seemingly impossible. This book is a powerful reminder: talent and strength exist everywhere, but they only flourish when opportunity is presented.
Hi, I am Kett
I’m author of Mona Lisa on the Titanic, the book that inspired my NGO, which brings literary presentations and book donations to schools in underserved regions of Brazil.
I share stories and reflections that spark critical thinking, inspire personal growth, and motivate people to take action in their communities. My work offers a perspective on resilience, creativity, and social impact that resonates anywhere.
Personally, I believe my superpower lies in starting over from scratch, whether it is after losing a loved one, facing limited resources, moving to a new place, or navigating a new language or culture. On a broader level, I believe our superpower is in sharing our stories and discovering what makes us truly human.
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Until the next letter, Mommy.
That is how this story began. With that child, with wide, deep eyes, who needed to write letters to talk to her mother up in heaven.