In the “rags to riches” biography, we read about Tyler Perry who raised himself up from an abusive childhood to a playwright/actor/ movie producer who helps others cope with life struggles.  So strongly did his faith nudge him to help others who were abused, that Tyler Perry wrote his first play, I Know I’ve Been Changed, in 1992 as a gospel musical, urging others to use the power of God to help overcome problems in their daily lives.  Perry poured all his money into the play, and when it failed, he was left homeless.  Perry believed so deeply in his work, he gave the play one last chance with a heart-to-heart conversation with God.  The play sold out that night, which was the beginning of turning his life around.  More plays, mostly about the struggles that plague African-Americans, followed with more success, and then eventually movies.  Tyler Perry is now a millionaire, but claims he doesn’t continue his work for the money — he does it to help spread the message that you can take your problems to God.  Whether you’re a fan of his Madea movies or not, this biography is sure to inspire.