Just Like My Dad

By Tyrell Plair and Elizabeth Johnson

Parents everywhere are experiencing the distance from their children and their

activities. Just Like My Dad is a book that focuses on the plight of children being

compared to the mannerisms of their parents. The book explores all sides of how

this comparison can have an effect on a child. It is a book that focuses on the

• Language: English
• Publisher: PlaTy Multimedia & Publishing
• Release date: Apr 16, 2021
• ISBN: 9781736968611

Tyrell Plair

Born in the windy city of Chicago, Illinois, Tyrell Plair knew the wind would blow his way, even if he had to create the breeze. He took an interest in reading and writing at a young age, which led him to begin writing poetry for his classmates. Over the years, Tyrell honed his skills as a writer by ghostwriting novels, penning screenplays, and adding film directing to his repertoire. In 2019 he released his debut novel "Stolen Innocence" as an independent author. Realizing the struggles as an independent author, Tyrell decided to write and produce books as a business, thus forming "PlaTy Multimedia & Publishing."Tyrell has written and produced commercials for "Outrageous Love Foundation," "L&J Multicultural Barbershop," and other film projects. Tyrell also has several new novels on the way, including the highly anticipated Urban thriller "Illusions."With a roster full of talent and drive to match, Tyrell envisions PlaTy Multimedia as being the number one media and publishing company in the world. With a roster that boasts experienced and talented authors, such as Alonzo Strange of "Tit4Tat" and Alan Little, creator of the "Country Boy" series, Tyrell Plair feels like there literally is no limit to what they can achieve. Tyrell developed unheralded leadership skills as a soldier in the United States Army with a tour in Kuwait. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology with a Media and Technology concentration from the University of Phoenix. When not fulfilling his role as Chief Operating Officer of Platy Multimedia, you can find Tyrell locked in on a game of chess, fishing, or enjoying his family and friends.

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This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents are either the products of the author’s imagination or used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events, or locales is entirely coincidental.

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First paperback edition: April 2021

Cover Illustration by Nicholas Badila

Cover Graphic Design by James Scales

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Acknowledgments

First and foremost, I want to thank God for everything he has done for me and for giving me the strength to author this book.

To my Heartbeats (My Parents), Wiley Charles Petteway & Arverna Petteway, I thank you for your unconditional love, support, and guidance you have shown me through the years. I would not be the woman I am today without you both. Dad, although you will not be able to hold the book physically, I know you are looking down from heaven above saying, Well Done.

To my husband, Antonio, thank you for your love, support, and everything you do for our family. You are the wind beneath my wings.

To my son Tykel, I love you and thank you for all you do to be the best you can be. I am so blessed to be your Mom.

To Alicia and Brielle, I love you both. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your lives.

To my spiritual mother, Bishop Gordon, thank you for your continued prayers, love, and encouragement. As you always say, You were built for this.

To my co-author, CEO Tyrell Plair, and to Alonzo Strange, Vice President of PlaTy Multimedia, thank you for believing in me and allowing me to write my first book with your company.

Lastly, to my family and friends, thank you for your continued support, love, and well wishes.

~ Elizabeth Johnson ~

Acknowledgments

I would first like to thank God for this journey and the many blessings placed before me.

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to my wife, Marsha Plair, who always believed in and supported my work, whether I was driving trucks or writing. I am very thankful for your love, understanding, prayers, and continuing support.

A special thanks go to my parents, Valencia Johnson & Anthony Plair, and other family & friends for their continued support and encouragement.

I would also like to thank my PlaTy multimedia team, who helped me bring my vision to light, gathering information and resources that guided us in making PlayTy multimedia a success.

To my co-author, Elizabeth Johnson, thank you for the opportunity to work and create a teaching platform in Just Like My Dad.

~ Tyrell Plair ~

CHAPTER ONE

It’s your turn, Daddy, Miriam shouted with joy as she shared another rare and precious moment with her dad. Her mom, Helen watched on with sadness in her eyes, knowing that her daughter’s happiness would be short-lived, and she would eventually have to pick up the pieces.

Time for bed, Miriam. Her mom spoke barely above a whisper. Neither her daughter, nor her dad moved as their eyes stayed glued to the chessboard. Miriam, did you hear me?

Yes, Ma’am…I was… She stumbled over her words while still focusing on the chess game.

Helen, at least let us finish the game… don’t be such a party pooper. Jackson stated, drawing a laugh from his small audience of one, Miriam. Her laughter stopped, after seeing that her mom didn’t