Dive into the heartrending true story of a young girl's struggle for survival in the neighborhoods of South Philly. 'Out of Respect' unveils the hidden tears behind the smiles, a life entangled in the web of secrets she guards zealously to protect her beloved father and herself. Raised under the shadow of a narcissistic mother's physical and mental torment, she learns resilience in the face of adversity, guided by her father's wisdom to harness the strength of her mind while preserving the grace of her femininity. This poignant narrative is where 'A Bronx Tale' converges with 'Mommy Dearest,' offering an intimate glimpse into the harrowing journey of abuse, trauma, and the indomitable spirit of a young woman. The story is told by the voice of a child who becomes a savvy woman growing up in South Philly with all its colorful culture. De Stefano was taught street smarts by her father and his friends. She learned how to think like a man in order to survive, but never to forget that she was a lady. De Stefano's recovery, recollections, and authentic storytelling are a gift to us all. Through her story, written in first person, anyone can find their own truths revealed.

Denise De Stefano is an entrepreneur, writer, creator, producer, and author. Born and raised in South Philadelphia as a child, her father taught her to think like a man in order to survive, but never to forget she was a lady. De Stefano grew up in a world of secrets which she chronicles in her new released memoir entitled 'Out of Respect.' A born storyteller, De Stefano incorporates humor as one of her major coping mechanisms that she used in addition to her relentless faith in God to survive her life journey. She professes she is on a mission from God, walking by faith and not by sight. In the 1990s she moved to LA and accepted a position as the Director of Operations for Miracle Pictures Group, an LA film company owned by producer A. Kitman Ho (also known for his work in Platoon, Wall Street, JFK, and other notable films). In the past she has been represented by William Morris, among others. She wrote and performed as a stand-up comedian in New York City and Los Angeles at various major clubs, ultimately becoming a headliner at The Comedy Store in LA. De Stefano holds a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing with a Background in Psychology and the Arts. She has received acclaim and numerous awards for her visionary pioneering work, making her a national leader in the healthcare and creative media industries. De Stefano was the Founder/ Executive Producer of Video Health Systems, Inc., an award-winning informational media company that quickly became an industry leader of delivering health information to empower patients. Additionally, she co-published a paper for the American College of Legal Medicine, among others. As a frequently requested speaker on women's issues and business issues, and as a motivational speaker, De Stefano has served on numerous advisory boards, uplifting and motivating women in business. De Stefano is a staunch advocate for issues dealing with adult survivors of abuse and trauma, child abuse, mental health, PTSD, quality patient care, preserving our planet, equality, animal welfare, and animal rescue. De Stefano presently lives in Los Angeles, California.