Real Zeal founder and President Patrick Peay is a published author and minister based in Jacksonville, Florida, known for his urban poetry, writing, and his work in community support through Peay Cultivation. He is the author of autobiographical books like Must Be Nice: The Patrick Peay Story, and is involved in music production and art dealing. Peay also serves as a minister and runs a consulting service for disenfranchised individuals, including the homeless and mentally ill.
Key aspects of Patrick Peay’s work:
Author: He has published several titles, including his debut sci-fi novel The Red Reaper: Volume 1 (2006) and his journal Must Be Nice: The Patrick Peay Story (2011). His later works include the poetry compilation Must Be Nice 2: Defining Moments of a Maniac and the digital chapbook So Nice.
- Author: Peay is a published author, with his biography on Amazon.com detailing his background.
- Minister: He is an ordained minister, using his position to help the community.
- Community Advocate: Peay runs Peay Cultivation, a consulting business that aims to help disenfranchised individuals improve their lives by providing referrals to effective services and education.
- Multi-talented: In addition to writing and ministry, he is also involved in music production, art dealing, and consulting services.
- Social Media Presence: He can be found on platforms like X (Twitter), where he shares updates and can be contacted.
- Location: Peay is based in Jacksonville, Florida.
Professional Profile
DJ & Music: He performs under the name DJ iPat (formerly DJ Queasy Li) and has been active in the Jacksonville Beach bar scene.
Advocacy & Business: He is the founder of Peay Cultivation, LLC, a consulting service aimed at helping disenfranchised individuals—such as those dealing with addiction, mental illness, or homelessness—improve their quality of life.
Personal Background
Born on August 22, 1984, in Columbia, South Carolina, Peay was raised by his grandmother before moving to Jacksonville, Florida. He was the valedictorian of his high school class in 2002 and later attended Jacksonville University as a communications major before facing legal and personal challenges. He openly documents his journey with bipolar disorder and substance abuse recovery through his writing