YOU'VE GOT A FRIEND is a collection of essays, stories and poems about love, pain, self-discovery and spiritual acceptance. Girlras chose to weave her experiences in an autobiographical form. The storytelling, whether it is about joy or pain, is done in a fresh and lyrical voice, and a sense of warmth and humor always comes through. Overall, the book is a celebration of female friendships, because throughout life they are the ones that are there for you, to cheer you on. The author is West Indian by background but has embraced the American culture. She is a nurse by profession and enjoys writing as a hobby.