Hello, I’m A.R. Collins
Anthony Collins is a middle grade novelist, tutor, and veteran educator who spent over two decades teaching English at the elementary and middle school levels. He is the author of two picture books — Begin Again 10 and The Jealous Adjective — as well as the educational text Using Language-Mathematics to Teach Middle Grade Students Reading Comprehension andCritical Thinking. He has lectured at public libraries and universities and served as keynote speaker at a high school graduation.Now writing fiction full-time, Anthony draws on decades of working with young readers to craft stories that reflect their real struggles — and quiet strengths — especially for those who feel invisible in traditional classrooms. His work encourages confidence, curiosity, and a love of reading.
About Me
A Pen for Imagination, a Voice for Emotion
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My Skills
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Compelling storytelling
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Emotional scene crafting
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Strong narrative voice
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IntercessHER is an invitation back to the secret place—where God refines your identity, strengthens your posture, and activates your purpose. Through powerful women in Scripture, reflection prompts, declarations, and guided prayers, this devotional equips you to stand in the gap with clarity, courage, and compassion.
Chapter 1
The Call Back to the Secret Place – Return to private prayer where revelation requires stillness, transformation requires obedience, and intimacy requires intention.
Chapter 2
Power Esther’s Courage Under Pressure. Learn how fasting, prayer, and obedience turn fear into faith and unlock deliverance beyond you.
Chapter 3
Posture Surrender at His Feet. A portrait of humility and worship that teaches you how to come to Jesus unguarded, honest, and fully yielded.
Chapter 4
Purpose Hannah’s Burden Becomes a Birthplace. Discover how deep longing can become destiny when you pour out your soul and trust God’s timing.
Rip: The Lion’s Path is a powerful coming-of-age story about a boy who feels out of place in a world that doesn’t understand how he learns or who he is becoming. Rip struggles with school, bullying, and the constant pressure to prove he belongs, even as his inner world feels louder and more complex than anyone realizes.
When an ordinary library book begins responding to his emotions and choices, Rip is forced to confront his anger, fear, and growing sense of power. As reality subtly bends around him, he must decide whether his strength will define him—or consume him. At its heart, the novel is about identity, self-control, and learning how to walk your own path with courage.
Chapter 1
A failed test threatens Rip’s place at school. Under pressure, something strange begins to stir inside him.
Chapter 2
One moment of anger changes everything. Rip feels the world pause and then push back.
Chapter 3
Rip senses patterns no one else can see. What’s happening to him is only just beginning.
Chapter 4
Rip stands at a crossroads. Hide what’s inside him—or face what comes next.
Services Offered
Speaking & Teaching
Keynote speaking, panels, workshops, and faith-centered teaching.
Dasia speaks on identity, purpose, prayer, leadership, discipline, healing, prison reform, and faith-driven transformation. Her messages combine strategic insight with authenticity, equipping audiences to grow spiritually, emotionally, and professionally.
Strategic Consulting & Leadership Advising
Through strategic guidance and clarity-focused coaching, Dasia helps individuals and organizations strengthen vision, develop leadership frameworks, build systems, and align work with long-term impact. Her approach integrates identity, structure, and purpose.
Dasia partners with organizations, institutions, and leaders to advance justice reform, identity restoration, and access to opportunity. She brings a unique blend of advocacy, storytelling, and systems-level strategy to help build solutions that create measurable impact.
With a background in content creation, narrative strategy, and faith-centered storytelling, Dasia helps individuals and brands craft messages that inspire, influence, and connect. This includes book development, brand messaging, and high-impact storytelling projects.
Creative Storytelling
Thoughtfully designed visuals that bring stories to life through emotion, balance, and meaningful detail.
Visual Narratives
Designs that blend creativity and intention to tell powerful, memorable stories.
Design with Meaning
Each piece blends creativity, clarity, and emotion into compelling visual stories.
My Portfolio
Inspired by Detail Built by Heart
With careful attention to detail and a deep connection to meaning. Here, creativity meets intention. Stories are shaped to resonate and endure.
My Portfolio
Inspired by Detail
Built by Heart
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Latest Articles
The Author’s Thoughts and Inspirations
A collection of recent articles sharing insights on writing, storytelling, and the craft of creating impactful books.
A Story of Belonging, Power, and Choice
Rip Powers never quite fits in. When one moment changes how the world reacts to him, Rip must face what’s awakening inside and decide who he will become.
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When the World Pauses, Everything Changes
One unexpected moment changes everything, altering how the world sees Rip and forcing him to confront a reality he never expected.
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A Choice That Shapes Who He Becomes
With change comes choice. Rip must decide whether to hide from his truth or accept the path that defines who he becomes.
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Quick Answers to
Common questions
Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions—so you know exactly what to expect when working with me.
What is Rip the Lion’s Path about?
It’s a young adult novel about a boy who feels out of place and begins to discover abilities that change how he sees the world.
What genre does the book belong to?
The book blends young adult fiction, science fiction, and contemporary fantasy, focusing on identity, technology, and choice.
Who is this book for?
It’s written for teen and young adult readers who enjoy emotional stories, mystery, and thought-provoking sci-fi elements.