Charles Lee Knuckles

Charles Lee Knuckles hails from the gritty streets of North Philadelphia's "Badlands." Orphaned at the tender age of two, he navigated a tumultuous childhood in a series of impoverished foster homes. Despite being intimately acquainted with addiction, homelessness, and the suffocating weight of hopelessness, Charles found solace in the world of literature, notably in the works of Mark Twain, Robert Louis Stevenson, and others. His passion for reading became his lifeline. After dedicating years...See more

Charles Lee Knuckles hails from the gritty streets of North Philadelphia's "Badlands." Orphaned at the tender age of two, he navigated a tumultuous childhood in a series of impoverished foster homes. Despite being intimately acquainted with addiction, homelessness, and the suffocating weight of hopelessness, Charles found solace in the world of literature, notably in the works of Mark Twain, Robert Louis Stevenson, and others. His passion for reading became his lifeline. After dedicating years to Cityteam men's programs in San Jose, CA, where he retired as Director of Rescue and Recovery, Charles now serves on the board for New Directions Homeless Shelters. As an educator, he imparts invaluable life skills to individuals reclaiming their lives. His debut book, Made Clean, mirrors his own journey from despair to hope. See less