"A Diamond, Nonetheless" is a collection of short stories that examines the hopes and dreams of young people. Finding a friend, or chasing a lifelong dream, our young people have vast imaginations. At the core of any diamond is the pressure it took to make it so. With this book, the author intends to assist young people as they journey through life searching for meaning in their talents. The older we get, the further we distance ourselves from the joy of our artistry. "A Diamond Nonetheless" helps find a way to keep open that window for young people today. This book will be like a breeze bringing invention and bravery to remember such gifts.