First-time author Raynarde is proud to announce the release of his book, A Portrait for Tomorrow, a compelling slice of life, love story that is Intimate and philosophical.

A Portrait for Tomorrow is a hopeful story celebrating the wonders of life and the precious people we encounter.

After a failed stint in college, Gerald Waller is a reclusive lion who is unhappy with his static life. Buried are his desires of being an artist like his late mother along with the prospect of finding love.

When chance connects him with Michael, an optimistic fox with a penchant for the guitar, Gerald begins to see life with a fresh perspective and optimism. With renewed inspiration, Gerald resurrects an ambitious painting project and soon falls in love with Michael.

But when Michael’s health takes a traumatic turn, Gerald’s faith is shaken with the growing possibility of losing the love of his life. Balancing between caring for his lover’s health, his strained relationship with his father, and progress on his painting, Gerald wonders if he can march forward with all that he’s learned and still remain hopeful.

Author Raynarde is a West Palm Beach native who has been thinking of stories his whole life before finally committing to writing in his 30s. When he isn’t writing, he’s enjoying art, books, movies, and traveling. He lives in South Florida with his husband where he constantly thinks and dreams of stories.