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Mar 13, 2025
Author / Novelist
Anthony Curtis — The Life Half Lived
I grew up in the rural South, navigating a world shaped by poverty, loss, and resilience. My twin sister’s death at 19 shattered me, setting me on a journey to uncover meaningamid grief. From pawnbroker to stockbroker, I’ve lived a life of contradictions—fueling the story I share in Half-Life.
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Upcoming Book
The Memoir Of Anthony & Angel
In Half-Life, I explore the intricate dance between trauma, loss, and identity, tracing the impact of my twin sister’s death and father’s abuse on my understanding of self. Through raw honesty and unflinching reflection, I delve into the ways pain reshapes us. The memoir threads together moments of vulnerability and resilience, capturing the universal struggle to find purpose amidst life’s most profound challenges.
At its core, Half-Life examines the tension between fate and choice, grappling with how past traumas shape our future paths. Through vivid storytelling, it unpacks themes of belonging, survival, and transformation, offering readers a deeply personal lens on systemic inequities, generational scars, and the enduring quest for empathy and humanconnection.
Quote from Professor of Anthropology and Childhood, Faculty of Wellbeing and Languages The Open University, UK Editor in Chief, Childhood Studies, Oxford Bibliographies, Oxford University Press
"From the first page it completely captured me. I read it in one sittingand then when I received the second part, devoured that too. Thewriting was immediate and alive and made me feel as if I werealongside you watching things unfold."
Prof. Heather Montgomery
Author of Familiar Violence: A History of Child Abuse (2024).
About The Author
Who is Anthony Curtis?
Anthony Curtis grew up in the rural South, navigating a childhood defined by instability, poverty, and resilience. The death of his twin sister at 19 marked a turning point, shaping the trajectory of his life and inspiring a profound exploration of grief, identity, and meaning. From the Army to a Montana pawnshop to the Jeopardy! stage, his journey has been anything but conventional. Each chapter of his life has deepened his understanding of the human condition, offering him a unique perspective on survival, belonging, and transformation.
Anthony’s story is one of contradictions—a product of hardship who built a career in finance, a self-described introvert who boldly shares his most vulnerable truths. Hiswriting blends emotional honesty with sharp philosophical insight, challenging readers to confront their own assumptions about grief, resilience, and the systems that shape our lives. His debut memoir serves as a lens into the experiences and reflections that havedefined his path. Curious and thoughtful, Anthony’s work invites readers to explore thecomplexities of the human spirit and the enduring search for connection.
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