"The SoulStreet Hotel: Stories From Room 1309" is a book of poetry focused on capturing the energy of the culture. With intense references of struggle and hope, the poems & themes here are of non-fiction origin, either from personal experience or through the experiences and situations of those known and present. No matter what walk of life you are in, what background, or what age genre- the emotions and situations are expressed here in hopes that you can relate to, connect with, and find your own story. The main character, Khaliq is a desk clerk at The SoulStreet Hotel. Because of his current situation he is both renting a room and working at this hotel. It is here where he decides to compile a list of poems in his room, portraying the things he sees on Soul Street and experiences encountered throughout his life. Painting a vivid and honest picture entirely from his perspective. His father being imprisoned, relationship with his mother is shaky at best, older brother being killed by police are experiences that have shaped his perspective. With the successes and highs of life in addition with all of its trials and tribulations, Khaliq uses poetry and wordplay to exhibit his gift, embrace life, and to get away from the pain.