Content/trigger warning: Certain content in this book is very descriptive and/or graphic and can cause certain feelings of a negative traumatic nature from certain words or events taken place or spoken of here in this nonfiction memoir and should be treated with discretion and care. (Such words as but not limited to rape, rape apologist, rapist, missing girl notice, unwanted advances, death, murder, asphyxiation, attacker, battery, physical assault, trans violence, police conduct, terfs, LGBTQ slurs, framed, words that can trigger bottom dysphoria, stalking, rumored, sexual harassment, slander, etc.) The listener has the right to their feelings, and it is validated, and I, the author, have and maintain the right to share my narrative. Proceed with caution, and always remember to take care and be mindful of your mental health. 

Disclaimer: As the author, I have recreated events and conversations from memory, to which I can recall of them to the fullest extent. In order to maintain their anonymity in some instances, I have changed all of the names of individuals, along with leaving out identifiable characteristics and details such as physical properties, in order to protect the privacy of majority individuals in its entirety. Some language may be seen as grammatically incorrect as this style of writing is structured conversationally and outside of the gender binary system of language. Uses of the words they, them, and theirs will be used in the form of a noun as some people use them as their pronouns. Some explicit language will be used to an extent, as well. All events mentioned in the book are true and based on life in a memoir depiction of the author. However, again, all names mentioned in this book are fake/pen names to maintain privacy and protect identity of individuals mentioned, including the author. I, the author, maintain the right to share my narrative and experiences. 

"Stealth at an H.B.C.U. shines the light on gender; specifically, transgender and the struggles that come when openly expressing narratives that reveal the soul. Through personalized narratives Stealth loudly shouts, 'Look at me. I am here, too!' The poetic and rhythmic narrative voice of Stealth juxtaposes gender references that keep the listener “woke”. Woke to the truth that the 21st century has not ushered a 21st-century philosophy thinking about the gender spectrum in a community where family, race, and acceptance are historical fabrics within the H.B.C.U. tapestry. Markel Adel humanizes the Black, young transgender experience by recreating for the listener a gender culturally and spiritual vernacular that makes you listen. It makes you listen to the freedom that comes with embracing the truth deep inside you and how that truth can be lived out, without apology at an H.B.C.U. Stealth is revealing and touching!" (Garry Yates, MC, MFA, interim chair, Clark Atlanta University) 

“How absolutely refreshing! Something innovative, different, and uniquely displayed to show the author’s piercing perception of the many dynamics of gender variant, day-to-day life applications. This audiobook is delivered in a way that not only puts you in the center of the storytelling, but also gives the amazing experience of a journey not just read but heard in the actual voice of the author. The teachable moments that unfold both intentionally and unintentionally render this book both a must-have for those walking and moving in ways that call for authenticity within their gender identity and sexuality that is still real and yet unexposed, simultaneously. Excellent job at telling your story, your way, and sharing with us your experiences, viewpoints, and perspectives of being stealth at an H.B.C.U. True art, sharing the stage with this transgender experience of change, growth, and self-discovery." (Pastor Mykal Shannon, Dynamic Faith Ministries, Inc)