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Alive and Angry: A Survivor’s Story and Perspective on Solving Domestic Violence by Jennifer Hotai

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Imagine surviving the worst decade of your life—only to come out fighting. In Alive and Angry, Jennifer Hotai delivers an unapologetically raw account of surviving domestic violence while offering a bold, solution-driven approach to a global issue.

Domestic violence isn’t just bruises or broken bones. It’s the psychological scars, the soul-crushing isolation, and the silence. Many suffer in the shadows, unable to speak up or break free. You may know someone—or be someone—trapped in this vicious cycle, unsure where to turn.

Alive and Angry isn’t just another survivor’s story—it’s a survival guide. Jennifer doesn’t just share her own experience; she arms you with every tool, resource, and strategy you need to escape, heal, and reclaim your life. From practical escape plans and vital resources to personal letters from survivors around the world, this book offers real solutions and strategies for those suffering from domestic violence. It’s not about hope alone—it’s about action.

Jennifer Hotai has been where you are, surviving a life-threatening relationship and emerging as a passionate advocate for change. A tech leader, creative entrepreneur, and a survivor herself, she’s uniquely positioned to tackle the issue head-on with a combination of lived experience and innovative ideas. Her work with nonprofits, tech, and her unfiltered storytelling make Alive and Angry an essential read for anyone who wants to understand and dismantle domestic violence.

This book isn’t just about awareness—it’s about solutions. With a pitch deck that outlines actionable ways to combat domestic violence and a wealth of survivor stories, Alive and Angry offers readers a transformative journey. But the key to breaking the cycle is waiting inside—what will you do with it?

About the author
A lifelong artist. Tech enthusiast. Creative leader. Domestic violence survivor.

Jennifer Hotai has experienced and endured many challenges through her creative career and personal struggles. She worked on game and film projects as a concept artist while working dead-end jobs, before creating an advertising company in 2015. She created the creative company called Plover Animation in 2022 while escaping a life-threatening abusive relationship. She is now embarking on new opportunities, offering her leadership skills in the tech and other industries.

She drew strength from being a survivor to make a positive impact with nonprofit work. She has spearheaded tech education for the Myrtle Beach area by hosting workshops and speaking events. She also is a board member of the nonprofit Armor Up Sister. This organization aims to solve the problem of the absence of nece