Local Author Lisa Wright Seeking Connecticut Residents to Interview for New Book

If you've ever wanted to share your life story, now might be your chance. Author Lisa Wright, a lifelong Connecticut resident, is seeking submissions for her new book, "Why Go On: Connecticut Residents Bring Dark Days to Light," which tells the inspiring stories of everyday people who have grown and persevered through life challenges.

If you have experienced significant conflict in your life—struggles with illness, abuse, addiction, financial problems, prejudice, loss of a loved one, incarceration, or other traumatic events—you are encouraged to send a brief synopsis of your story using the submission form at WhyGoOnBook.com. Wright is seeking individuals of all ages and from a range of racial, cultural, religious, and economic backgrounds. She will devote one chapter to each of approximately 20 people featured in the book.

The concept behind Wright's "Why Go On" is to bring a sense of unity to our small but diverse state. "I think the rest of the country is under the impression that Connecticut is a refuge for the wealthy, but in fact we have a varied populace and entirely disparate regions," she said in a release. "Bridgeport is not Mystic. Greenwich is not Goshen."

Wright believes that by taking the time to understand what others have been through, we gain a deeper connection to humanity as a whole. "By telling the stories of our Connecticut neighbors, 'Why Go On' will illustrate that we are all different, all extraordinary – yet have the same basic fears, hopes and desire to be loved. I also hope it serves to encourage those currently in the midst of a personal crisis."

All submissions are encouraged. Participants must be current Connecticut residents. Individuals whose stories are a good fit for the collection will be contacted for more information and a personal interview. Submissions will be accepted until June 30.