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Critical Acclaim for Sherry Quan Lee's Chinese Blackbird"Quan Lee eloquently expresses how painful and confusing it can be toembrace the many complex identities that one body can contain. Withevocative imagery and words that cut straight to the heart, Quan Leedetails her lifelong struggles with both the vagaries and concreteness ofrace, class, gender and sexual identity. Her guilt and shame are palpable.But so too are her emotional and intellectual triumphs. Like a favorite sadsong when we have been dumped by the love of our lives, this volumewill be oddly comforting to anyone who has ever been overcome by thatsorrow which seems insurmountable."--Eden Torres, Assistant Professor Women's Studies, Chicano Studies, University of Minnesota"It's been a long time since I've been treated to a voice so full of honestyabout one's struggle to come to terms with her identity. Throughelegant poetry, full of exquisite imagery and detail, Quan Lee takes thereader on her personal, transformative journey in which she explores howrace, class, gender and sexual identity inform who she is. Along the way,she encounters rocks and boulders that would have stopped many of us.Instead, she turns them over and examines the creatures hiding in thedarkness underneath, leaving no stone on her path unturned. Quan Leeis a courageous woman. She is one of my sheroes."--Carolyn Holbrook, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Dept. of English,Founder and past Artistic/Executive Director of SASE: The Write Place"In Chinese Blackbird, Sherry Quan Lee renders stories of her complex culturalheritage with the lyrical touch of a poet coming into self-possession.Through the generative power of language, Lee creates an inspirational anda multifarious self. This self blows breath unto the page and into the reader,who may have felt quiescent or invisible, often feeling forced to chooseamong various enriching worlds, until she experiences the truth that onlygood literature can unveil about the joys and struggles of defining oneself onone's terms." --Pamela R. Fletcher, Associate Professor of EnglishCo-Director of Critical Studies in Race and Ethnicity, College of St. CatherineLearn more about the author at www.SherryQuanLee.comBook #3 in the Reflections of History Series from Modern History Press www.ModernHistoryPress.comModern History Press is an imprint of Loving Healing Press
The author engages in a fascinating and wide ranging metaphysical discussion about the nature of consciousness, reincarnation, and the purpose and meaning of life. "Dialogues" is a companion to the author''s "The VIbrational Universe." Topics covered are Time, Birth and Death, the Origin of the Universe, Consciousness, Science, and Crop Circles, to name a few.
What if the fundamental nature of human beings is spiritual in nature? What if each one of us is eternal, and not just a collection of blood and bones? And most important, what if the universe is designed to support your decisions? What if it were possible to understand how to take conscious control of your life? In a wide-ranging metaphysical discussion from consciousness, incarnation and death to politics, economics and science, the author describes a cooperative universe which responds to your thoughts; and, like any well designed machine, provides a user-friendly interface. Learning to use this interface is simple, and inevitably leads to a feeling of self confidence and personal power.This is a book for those who want simple, practical, yet powerful answers in a world that often seems to be spinning out of control.
Gentling is a therapeutic approach to people who have experienced physical, emotional, and sexual abuse as children and have acquired Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as a result. Gentling has redefined PTSD in child abuse survivors by identifying child-specific behavioral signs commonly seen, and offers a means to individualize treatment and measure therapeutic outcomes through understanding each suffering individual's unique symptom profile. The practical and easily understood Gentling approaches and techniques can be learned by clinicians, spouses, and adolescent and adult survivors of child abuse and all other caregivers in relationship to survivors. The approach can effect real and lasting healing. With the Gentling Workbook, you will: Learn how to gently explore and process your abuse history, at your own pace and comfort level Gain the practical, and effective treatment tools that really help to reduce PTSD discomforts Learn how to manage the often intense reactivity seen in stress episodes Use the Stress Profile to understand your own unique symptom profile and to guide your healing processPraise for Krill's Gentling model"William Krill reminds us that 'gentleness is free', but the methodology and philosophy he puts into designing a protocol for treating stress disordered children is priceless. In this world where children are often disenfranchised in trauma care--and all too often treated with the same techniques as adults--Krill makes a compelling case for how to adapt proven post-trauma treatment to the world of a child."--Michele Rosenthal, HealMyPTSD.com"William Krill's approach to treating PTSD in abused children employs a common sense oriented treatment that will not only help the child but will direct the clinician through the 'where do I go next?' question. This book is so needed in the world of PTSD and provides step-by-step understanding and treatment of the battered child."--Marjorie McKinnon, Author of Repair for Kids: A Children's Program for Recovery from Incest & Childhood Sexual AbuseLearn more at www.Gentling.orgFrom the New Horizons in Therapy SeriesLoving Healing Press www.LHPress.com
An enchanting story which shows girls that grace and courage come from within Michelle, age eight, has cerebral palsy and lives at an all-girls orphanage. She is often openly mocked by the other girls because of her need to use a walker for mobility. One day, she spends her hard-earned change for a toy stuffed panda at the local Salvation Army store. When opportunity strikes for the orphanage girls to compete, in manners and deportment, for the privilege of tea with the Queen of England, Michelle's enchanted panda comes to life and her world will never be the same! Readers of this story will Gain an appreciation for people with disabilities Discover the courage to go after their dreams Learn how to treat guests with courtesy and warmth See how preparation and practice are the keys to success Learn the power of affirmations Understand how generosity can change the world. Praise for The Princess Panda Tea Party "e;All children deserve a story they can picture themselves in, and the Princess Panda Tea Party is that story. This is not only a fairy tale for those with Cerebral Palsy, but also a reminder that everyone, regardless of ability, can harness their own amazing powers."e; --Lindsey Wiltse, Communications and Program Coordinator, Children's Neurobiological Solutions "e;In this moving and modern twist on an old fairytale, Jewel Kats takes us on a journey of endurance, acceptance, and strength. Putting her disability aside, Michelle finds a way to shine in an inspiring way."e; --Shaila Abdullah, author of My Friend Suhana: A Story of Friendship and Cerebral Palsy "e;The Princess Panda Tea Party weaves together the emotional pain of children faced with being different and the magical hopefulness of finding a way to step outside one's physical limitations and soar as a person. A good read for adults and children regardless of their position in life."e; Rick Ritter, MSW, author of Coping with Physical Loss and Disability Learn more at www.JewelKats.com Book #4 in the Fairy Ability Tales Series at Loving Healing Press Juvenile Fiction: Social Issues - Special Needs
A simple tale of love and friendship to warm your heart Award-winning author and designer Shaila Abdullah teams up with her 10-year-old daughter Aanyah to bring you this heartwarming tale of a little girl who forms a close bond with a child with cerebral palsy. The girl finds that through her art, she can reach her special friend Suhana. "e;My Friend Suhana is a delightful read for a children's book. Very well illustrated with respect, friendship, and advocacy all in mind at the same time."e; --Dawn Cruzan, President, Camp Craig Allen for all abilities "e;This is the story of a seven-year-old's first attempt at unconditional love. Tough but tender, inspirational yet utterly real, this is a small gem of a tale. Highly recommended for anyone in the position of mentoring a beloved child through the hard places of life."e; --Paula Huston, author of A Season of Mystery and A Land Without Sin "e;My Friend Suhana is a charming and perceptive book that will draw its readers into empathy while allowing them to enjoy this heartwarming story of two uncommon friends."e; --Chitra Divakaruni, author of Grandma and the Great Gourd Learn more at www.MyFriendSuhana.com From the Growing With Love Series at www.LHPress.com
An 8-year old girl decides to make a list of all the things she likes and dislikes about dealing with her autistic brother, and in doing so realizes that she has created A Manual for Marco. "e;Through her genuine and caring accounts about growing up with an older, autistic brother, this 8-year-old also shows her love for her sibling who is special but sometimes does things that are not-so-special. I highly recommend this book written with sensitivity and beautifully illustrated."e; --Lorna d'Entremont, M.Ed., Special Needs Book Review "e;Shaila Abdullah proves to be a great ambassador for autism, using explanations and warm, welcoming illustrations in A Manual for Marco that give a complex condition a simpler explanation."e; --C. Hope Clark, Author of The Carolina Slade Mysteries and The Edisto Island Mysteries "e;A Manual for Marco is a welcome addition to children's literature that will help in introducing the condition of autism to young people and providing information that will enable them to understand a little more about it so that it will not seem so scary."e; --Wayne Walker, Home School Book Reviews For more information, please visit www.ShailaAbdullah.com SHAILA ABDULLAH is an award-winning author and designer based in Austin, Texas. She has written four other books: Saffron Dreams, Beyond the Cayenne Wall, My Friend Suhana, and Rani in Search of a Rainbow. Along with illustrations by the author, A Manual for Marco also includes artwork by IMAN TEJPAR, a 12-year-old artist from Canada. From the Growing With Love Series Loving Healing Press Juvenile Fiction: Social Issues / Special Needs
If you can recognize your guilt, you can use it for self-improvement Ask yourself: Do you want to learn how to forgive yourself? Do you want to correct mistakes instead of hiding them? Do you become angry very quickly? (over-reacting) Do you get caught up in blaming and assigning guilt? Do you often ask yourself "e;Why did I do that?"e; Are you afraid that if you don't do everything your partner asks then he/she will leave you? Do you often put down or attack others before they can hurt you? Do you sometimes believe that nothing good can come your way? Do you opt-out of responsibility when possible? If you answered YES to more than one of these questions, then this book is for you. This is the book to help you overcome your unwanted emotional burden. Be ready to embark on a journey of discovery of the many different types of guilt and shame. You can use this little book as a manual to overcome emotional insecurity issues and to give you a clearer perspective on your own emotions of guilt and shame. The exercises in this book will enable you to see yourself as you really are "e;warts and all"e; and further exercises will help you in eliminating destructive feelings and actions. "e;It is hard to believe how much useful information the author has packed into this slender tome."e; --Sam Vaknin, author of Malignant Self Love: Narcissism Revisited Learn more at www.LyndaBevan.com Book #6 in the 10-Step Empowerment Series
Worldwide Appreciation of the Short Story Form Spans Cultures and Centuries!In this concise volume, Gulnaz Fatma traces the short story from its origins infables, ancient poetry, and tales such as The Arabian Nights, to its modern formin the early American stories of Irving, Poe, and Hawthorne, and then throughthe twentieth century and throughout the world. The elements of what makesa short story are presented along with a discussion of the difficulties in definingthe genre. The short story''s relation to the novel as well as its uniqueness as itsown form are deftly presented.While the American and European traditions of the short story take up muchof this book, the final chapter is a thorough presentation of the short story''sdevelopment in India. Anyone interested in the short story--teachers, students,writers, and readers--will find this volume informative, thoughtful, and awelcome addition to our understanding of one of literature''s most dynamicforms.Gulnaz Fatma is an Indian writer and author. She is a research scholar in theDepartment of English at Aligarh Muslim University in Aligarh, India."As a fiction writer who has also taught the short story form, I was impressedby the thoroughness and insight presented in this concise book. Fatma''sbroad exploration of the short story form is backed by numerous supportingexamples and her chapter on the short story in India will introduce manyreaders to that country''s own literary gems."--Tyler R. Tichelaar, Ph.D. and author of the award-winning Narrow LivesFrom the World Voices Series www.ModernHistoryPress.comLiterary Criticism: Short StoriesLiterary Criticism: Asian - General
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