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Stories of Life Inside

Explore the lives of incarcerated people through the power of storytelling.

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Explore the lives of incarcerated people through the power of storytelling. Find stories, letters, and interviews written by people in prisons around the world.

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Jorge, 51

Alberto, 55

Ruben, 53

Ediberto, 37

Carlos, 29

Kamsan, 49

Shaqir, 27

Alvis, 78

Tessa “Opie”, 31

Zoe, 28

Norman, 54

Shaun, 42

Kenneth, 35

Elby, 39

Virgil, 60

TeRon, 37

Mateusz “Matt”, 36

Bradley, 47

Edgar, 49

Vernon, 48

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From Jeffery, 62

Life is about being grateful for the love we receive, despite our earthly sin.   Dear Community, First, I want to thank everyone at HoSQ for your encouragement and journalistic…
December 20, 2024

From Andrew, 25

What do I choose? I choose to make better decisions and engage with my community through rehabilitative programs. As I have spent time in San Quentin, I’ve begun to learn…
December 13, 2024

From Jasper, 43

Every role I take on is part of a bigger goal: to keep learning, growing, and helping others see what’s possible, no matter where they start. Fifteen years ago, I…
December 13, 2024

From Tony, 51

I just finished working on a really cool painted t-shirt. Stay blessed, everyone. My next project is going to be an “Aztec Solar System Time Machine” on canvas, presented by…
November 15, 2024

From Giovanny, 46

But whenever that day comes, I know I’ll be ready, because I already understand what it takes to make it in society: discipline, hard work, and the desire to succeed.…
November 1, 2024

From James, 30

I’ve never been rich or had some of the things others have, but I have understanding and respect for those who stay true to themselves instead of pretending to be…
October 29, 2024

From Giovanny, 46

I love you, son! I miss you and your sister so much. Being behind bars without you both has made me a sad dad. My son and I were in…
October 15, 2024

From Daniel, “Danny”, 34

This time has allowed me to become the man I always knew I could be. Three years ago, I touched down at this place, thinking it was just another mass…
October 8, 2024

From Anthony, 53

Words to the One I Love . . . Meeting you is the greatest feeling I’ve ever experienced. Your arrival has given my life meaning and purpose! You’ve brought light…
October 1, 2024

From Katherine, 34

My Art, My Mind, My Picasso My mind feels so big, yet sometimes so small, as I sit on the floor with a big piece of paper and a pencil…
September 20, 2024

From Arnoldo, 45

Gizmo's little life is precious to everyone who meets him. When I rub Gizmo's broad chest, he responds with a lick on my forearm, his sad puppy eyes captivating me.…
September 10, 2024

From Maurice, 34

I was released last fall, but now I'm back in prison on a violation and will be released in six months. Thank you all for caring about the lost ones…
August 19, 2024

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