Do Not Discard is based on the true-life story of Sam, an orphan who was thrown in the trash as an infant and became a college graduate. The book chronicles Sam’s story from a garbage dump in El Salvador as he rises above adversity in an orphanage and the streets of El Salvador to arrive in Chicago. Sam’s journey is long, challenging, and sometimes dangerous. He is discarded. He is shot. He is a runaway. He falls in love. You will come to understand his resilience, empathize with his circumstances, and celebrate his triumphs. The story inspires us all to find our dream and take control of our destiny. "This compelling story of pain, heartbreak and triumph will make you laugh, cry, and be inspired." Author, David Haznaw