They are me is more than a book—it’s a cry from the soul, echoing the silent screams of countless women who endure gender-based violence in the shadows. 
It’s a powerful reflection on pain, resilience, and the fierce courage it takes to say enough. Through raw, moving stories and real-life testimonies, Gina María Paredes Cornejo sheds light on the brutal realities of femicide, emotional abuse, and the relentless fight to end violence against women.
Yet amid the darkness, there is hope.
They are me urges us not only to recognize the signs of abuse but to break free from the chains of silence and shame. It’s a call to raise our voices, to heal, and to reclaim our lives with dignity and strength.
With a special focus on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, this book empowers us to stand together and declare—once and for all—Never Again.
Let this book be your guide, your companion, and your spark for change.

 Gina María Paredes Cornejo: A Voice for Women


Born on July 20, 1980, in the bustling city of Guayaquil, Ecuador, Gina María Paredes Cornejo grew up surrounded by blueprints and books—the daughter of architects and educators.


From an early age, Gina wrestled with dyslexia, mentally retarded, and a stutter that tried to silence her voice. Instead, she chose to fight back—with words.


She graduated from Avances School and earned her degree in Language and Literature at Vicente Rocafuerte Lay University. Driven by curiosity and a love for languages, she studied English at the Ecuadorian North American Center and Italian at the Garibaldi Italian Society.


But it's through her writing that Gina shines brightest. Her novel "Ellas soy yo: Maltrato a la mujer" ("They Are Me: Abuse of Women") delivers a powerful cry against violence and injustice, giving a voice to those who suffer in silence.


Her dream is simple yet bold: to touch hearts and inspire change. And every word she writes brings her closer to that goal.


Chapter 25 - Biography