Gen-X to Gen-Zen: My Life as a First Generation Puerto Rican Raised in Harlem - Paperback

Gen-X to Gen-Zen is more than a memoir-it's a time capsule. With raw honesty and vivid storytelling, Malcolm K. Viera invites us into the soul of a Puerto Rican boy growing up in Harlem during the 1960s and 1970s. From fire hydrant summers and first crushes to the complexities of race, family, and cultural pride, Viera delivers a narrative that's both uniquely personal and universally relatable.

This is a story of roots-where we come from, what we carry, and how we rise. With every memory, Viera honors his ancestors, celebrates identity, and reminds us that healing often begins with reflection. If you grew up in the city, if you've ever felt like an outsider, or if you're searching for meaning in the middle of chaos, this book will speak to you.