Awarding-winning author and an Essence Bestseller Author, Dionne Character has done it again with her new book “You Better Got You Dream.” And this one is sure to make waves in the literary world, as well. The author of “7 Pairs of Black Shoes,” and “Wildflower: Growing from the Muck,” has come full circle and back to self with a book of poems, self-reflections, and advice to others who might not be living their best lives.

In “You Better Got Your Dream,” Character advises women to stretch out, reach out, and branch out to bring their creative dreams to fruition. She comes raw in some of her poems and in others, she is a little gentler in her prodding. But her bottom line is to help women see themselves in a healthier, confident, creative life.

This book helps women to recognize their innate power and encourages them to see the beauty in themselves and other women. It prompts women to unlock their uniqueness and to find their purpose in life.

“Empowerment comes from within,” says Character. “The more you love yourself, the better you can tap into your creative power, mentally and spiritually.” Character tells women that they are graceful and perfect, just as God made them.

.Women are called “Queens” in the book. It’s Character’s way of letting women know they are the genesis of all mankind. “Should anyone not believe that we are true ‘Queens,’ perhaps they are not clear-minded enough to tap into the universe,” she writes. “Women rule the world.” Character tells women there’s no need to wait for a man to come to the rescue and that they have the power to achieve their goals.