When The Hurt Began: Healing the Wounds of Childhood Trauma
About this ebook
Allen DeKeyser doesn’t write in theory; he writes from lived survival. Through vivid storytelling, extended chapters, and unfiltered honesty, this book walks readers through the silent battles of trauma: the moments children are forced to grow up too fast, the weight of secrets carried into adulthood, and the cycles of shame and silence that threaten to break us.
But this is not just a story about pain—it’s about reclamation. It’s about learning to speak when silence once ruled, about finding family in unexpected places, about facing wounds that never fully disappear yet no longer control the future.
For anyone who has ever asked: “Can I really heal from what was done to me?”—this book is proof that the answer is yes. Real, raw, and relentless, Allen’s story is one of heartbreak, resilience, faith, and the kind of love that refuses to let go.
This book is for survivors, for those still carrying the weight, and for anyone who loves them. It’s more than a memoir—it’s a mirror, a lifeline, and a testament to the truth that even when the hurt begins in darkness, healing always makes its way to the light.
About the author
Allen DeKeyser is a survivor, storyteller, and founder of DeKeyser Publishing, where he shares raw, unfiltered truths through books that heal, inspire, and connect. His life has been marked by storms—childhood trauma, violence, loss, and moments that should have broken him—but through it all, he found strength in love, faith, and the unshakable loyalty of his family and service dog, Harley.
Allen writes with honesty and heart, weaving his lived experiences into words that remind others they are not alone. His work is deeply personal yet universally resonant, shining a light on resilience, hope, and the power of rebuilding even when the world tries to tear you apart.
When he’s not writing, Allen can often be found on the road delivering with Harley by his side, creating children’s adventures starring his pug Pebbles, or working on projects that give voice to the silenced. His books—spanning memoir, self-help, fiction, and children’s literature—carry one message at their core: healing is possible, and love always leaves a mark stronger than pain.
Allen lives with his wife, Marqueta, and their dogs Harley, Pebbles, and Fendi, cherishing the bond they share as the true heartbeat of his life and work.
