Born into a world where love is conditional and silence screams louder than words, a boy learns to navigate life through absence—of affection, of protection, of belonging. The Word I Have Never Learned is a hauntingly honest, emotionally charged journey through the mind of a child who isn’t just neglected—he’s emotionally erased.

From quiet corners of a toxic home to the unexpected kindness of strangers, this intimate memoir-style narrative explores the aching void between what every child deserves and what some are denied. Through vivid prose and poignant moments, the story unearths buried grief, explores what it means to grow up unloved, and dares to ask:

Can a heart still learn love when it was never taught?

But this isn’t just a tale of survival—it’s a silent rebellion. It’s about the power of books, memory, empathy, and the quiet rage that fuels resilience. Interlaced with metaphors and poetic depth,...