Intergenerational relationships Books

Book SynopsisThe bestselling journal series, Just Between Us – now for moms and their sons.

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Book SynopsisThis is the book that every grandparent (or parent) has always meant to write for their children....but has never found the time to do so.In short, John D. Spooner has been carefully crafted a series of essential life lessons that every young person just out of college or high school needs to read before they embark upon their own life''s adventures.Told in friendly and reassuring tones, Spooner relates wonderful stories to illustrate and gently guide the next generation of what they can expect when searching for a job, how to know if you''ve found the right spouse, insights on how to plan for one''s financial future, how the internet has changed our lives, dealing with adversity in life, and much, more more. NO ONE EVER TOLD US THAT condenses all of this key information into one volume - and it''s presented in a clear-eyed way that only a loving grandparent can. For decades, John D. Spooner has been one of America''s leading financial advisors. Now,Trade ReviewHaving grandchildren has been one of the amazing, unexpected joys of my life. In this book, John Spooner does what all grandparents hope to do for their grandchildren. He takes the life and career experiences he has had and finds a beautiful way to share the lessons learned with his grandchildren so that their lives may be better. All grandparents would wish to do the same.--Coach Mike Krzyzewski, Duke University men's basketball coach and a grandfatherJohn Spooner is smarter about money and about life than almost anyone I know. As a blessing for all our grandchildren, he has written down what he has learned. Through charming storytelling, John shares his wisdom. Grandchildren and grandparents alike are the beneficiaries.-- Shelly Lazarus, Chairman, Ogilvy & Mather Worldwide and a grandmotherSpooner is a phenomenon, as much a psychologist and futurist as an investment advisor.-- Inc. MagazineI began listening to John Spooner's life lessons in 1974 - the value of handwritten notes, being held accountable, the unexpected laugh, the importance of being uncomfortable in another country, not our own, and, above all, attempting to have a deep and bountiful heart. It's all here, just open to any page.- - Lesley Visser, Hall of Fame Sportscaster -

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Book SynopsisBill Geist--the beloved, award-winning, long-time special correspondent for CBS: Sunday Morning, whose debut Little League Confidential was a New York Times bestseller in hardcover and paper--and Willie Geist, the Today Show host, popular member of MSNBC''s Morning Joe, and author of the best-selling American Freak Show--have begun an extended conversation between father and son on areas of mutual interest, agreement, and disagreement. Told in a unique back-and-forth banter style, the hilarious father-son team will laugh together at the shared journey of their relationship. They''ll riff on fatherhood, religion, music, sports, summer camp disasters, driving lessons gone horribly wrong, being on TV, and their wonderfully odd family life. Think Big Russ and Me meets S*** My Dad Says, with humorous observations about professional wrestling as a worldview, raising a kid with television cameras in the kitchen, and anything and everything els

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Book SynopsisJeffrey Mason is the creator and author of the bestselling Hear Your Story series and is the founder of the company Hear Your Story. In response to his own father's fight with Alzheimer's, Jeffrey wrote his first two books, Mom, I Want to Hear Your Story and Dad, I Want to Hear Your Story in 2018. Since then, he has written over 25 books, been published in three languages, and sold over 500,000 copies worldwide.Jeffrey is dedicated to spreading the mission that the little things are the big things and that each of us has an incredible life story that needs to be shared. He continues to create books that he hopes will guide people to reflect on and share their full life experience and create opportunities for talking, listening, learning, and understanding.Hear Your Story can be visited at hearyourstorybooks.com.Jeffrey can be contacted for questions, comments, podcasting, and speaking engagements at jmason@hearyourstory.com.He would be grateful if you would help people to find his books by leaving a review on Amazon. Your feedback helps him get better at this thing he loves.

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Book SynopsisA father-son weight-loss memoir by YouTube sensation and entrepreneur Shay Carl and his eldest son, Gavin, as they embark on a journey to get fit.

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Book SynopsisThis stunning, four-color designed book highlights more than 400 quotes about motherhood, from poetry, meditations, proverbs, and more.“Motherhood: all love begins and ends there.” —Robert Browning The relationship between a mother and her child is rich with emotion. It is wholly unique, yet completely universal. From Balzac describing the depth of love in his mother’s heart to Kate Winslet reflecting on the new perspective motherhood provides, these voices soar when describing the profound influence a mother can have. Featuring quotes by and from mothers, including Louisa May Alcott, Maya Angelou, Mark Twain, and J.K. Rowling, A Mother’s Love is the perfect gift for the most important woman in all of our lives.

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Book SynopsisThis handsome, two-color collection highlights more than 400 quotes about fatherhood from notable dads in the worlds of sports, politics, the arts, and more.“My dad believed in me, even when I didn’t. He always knew I could do this.” —Taylor Swift The relationship between father and child is one that embodies love, protection, and pride. From Sidney Poitier wanting to be just like his dad to Jimmy Fallon describing fatherhood as a whole new level of happiness, these voices soar when describing the profound influence a father can have. With quotes by and about fathers, including everyone from Barack Obama and Matt Damon to Sigmund Freud and Meryl Streep, Dad is the perfect gift for the most important man in all of our lives.

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Book SynopsisA perfect gift for any mom. Even if she has to buy it herself, this beautifully designed, keepsake is a special place for moms to record the most significant remembrances of their lives. It is sure to be a treasured keepsake for children and grandchildren.It’s time to truly hear your mother’s whole story—here, following carefully curated questions to delve into vivid details, mothers everywhere are invited to recount the beliefs, traditions, and treasured moments that have made them who they are today.Beginning with Mom’s childhood and teenage years, to her life before children, and of course her journey through motherhood, writing coach Jennifer Basye Sander has developed this guided journal with great attention to detail so no memory is forgotten. From simple questions such as “What was your favorite family vacation as a child?” to more thought-provoking ones such as “What do you think happens to us after we die?” this journal will encourage Mom to roam far and wide inside her own memories for stories to share, life lessons that were learned, and beliefs that grew over time.Sander’s questions and prompts invite moms to tell their children, and generations to come, all about their childhood and teenage years; their educations, relationships, and marriages; their careers, religious experiences, and involvement in their communities; their beliefs, values, and opinions; and much more.

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Book SynopsisCelebrate the moms in your life (and perhaps yourself as well)!After all they've done for us, moms everywhere deserve to be appreciated on a daily basis, rather than waiting all year to get a card and some flowers.Think back on the many things, big and small, your mother has done for you over the years...from baking cookies or sometimes letting you choose the radio station on a car trip, to hemming your dress in time for the prom. Isn't it time you started making those same gestures in the other direction? We think so! It is never too early, or for that matter, too late, to make a parent feel special.Mother's Day has a long and storied history, stretching back to its earliest roots in the post-Civil War era. What began as one woman's attempt to help heal the grief of mothers who'd lost sons on both sides of the fight and then became another woman's attempt to honour her own mother, has morphed over the years into more of a commercial event. Isn't it time we got back to the idea of making moms feel treasured and appreciated?In these pages, you'll find idea after idea that will encompass a wide variety of activities to get you thinking about how to make your mom feel special, even if you don't live close by. Go ahead and remember to buy that card and bring over some flowers on the actual Mother's Day, but in the meantime, here are some ways to make every day count...

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Book Synopsis_______________'A richly woven novel The voice that guides us around this world darts with wit and lightness in a way that is unique and often lovely' - Rana Dasgupta, Guardian'The plot gallops along, ensuring a gripping read thought-provoking' - Independent'A highly accomplished novel A multi-layered but shrewdly simple tale' - New Statesman, Books of the Year_______________BY THE ACCLAIMED WINNER OF THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTIONWhen I can bear no more of separation, when I have learnt all that absence can teach me of desire, the walls will shimmer and I will step out of the mirage, into your arms. Fourteen years after the disappearance of her fearless, beautiful mother, Samina, Aasmaani clings onto the dream of her return, refusing to believe she is dead. Now grown up and living in the bustling chaos and rich culture of modern-day Karachi, she receives longed-for proof that her mother is still alive, and the seed of her hope germinates. In her search for the truth of what really happened all those years ago, an unexpected romance will flower and the questions that have plagued her for years will be answered. Broken Verses is a deeply moving account of love, loss and motherhood, asking us to reconcile all that we believe about our families. _______________'An elegant, challenging novel about love, loss and deception vibrant' - Daily Mail'Sparkling prose and formidable wit' - Daily Telegraph

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Book Synopsis‘Carol Ann Duffy is the most humane and accessible poet of our time’ - GuardianIn this stunning anthology of ninety nine modern and classic poems, Carol Ann Duffy delves into the powerful and unique bond between parent and child. Empty Nest contemplates growing old, the love of a parent, the everyday of family life, as well as poems that explore darker terrains – grief, loss and estrangement. Some of our favourite poets are collected here, such as Elizabeth Bishop, Jackie Kay, Simon Armitage, Shakespeare, Imtiaz Dharker, Seamus Heaney and Don Paterson.These poems are by turns wry, moving, profound, funny, melancholic and wise; they will console and comfort those suddenly facing a house that may be much cleaner, but is also much quieter, than it once was. There is something here for every reader to treasure.‘Wonderful . . . a poet alert to every sound and shape of language’ - TelegraphTrade ReviewWonderful . . . a poet alert to every sound and shape of language * Telegraph *Duffy is magnificent, grounded, heartfelt, dedicated to the notion that poetry can give us the music of life itself * Scotsman *Carol Ann Duffy is arguably the nation’s favourite living poet -- Jeanette Winterson, author of FrankisssteinCarol Ann Duffy is the most humane and accessible poet of our time * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisWhen eight-year-old Leah's parents get divorced, her mother, Cessie, flees her conventional life as a suburban housewife in search of a glamorous big city career in journalism. In the chaotic years that follow Cessie lurches from one apartment, job and toxic romance to the next, with her adoring daughter in tow. Cessie describes her parenting style as 'benign neglect' and their family motto 'Commitment sucks the life right out of you' is tacked up on every rental fridge. In the aftermath of a disturbing sexual experience at a pool party, Leah finds herself crippled with anxiety. When she confides in her mother, Cessie makes an astonishing disclosure in turn, one that alters everything: from the age of twelve to fifteen she was in a clandestine relationship with her middle-aged, married riding instructor. The damage inflicted by the 'Horseman', Cessie explains, is the reason for all her regrettable life choices - marriage, divorce and even motherhood itself. Both women spend the ensuing decades haunted by the spectre of the Horseman, until they decide to investigate what became of him - an ill-conceived quest that will test the bonds of love and redefine their relationship forever.Written with unflinching candour and wit, Where You End and I Begin explores the dark reverberations of victim narratives and the power of filial love.Trade ReviewA work of probing insight and undaunted compassion; one that's fearlessly engrossing, frequently funny and sometimes plain hair-raising -- Hephzibah Anderson * Observer *It's hard not to find yourself rooting for both parties in this untamed, yearning story of imperfect mother-daughter love * The Guardian *Raw and beautiful-I was riveted all the way through. -- ANNIE MACMANUS, author of Mother MotherIf Edward St. Aubyn were to write an episode of Euphoria, it might come close to Leah McLaren's astonishing memoir. Ecstatically wild and weirdly fun, this book has me praying that it is the first installment of a series--and that I'll be seeing more of this latchkey kid and her mother, both of whom are brilliantly flawed, and make cardboard cutouts out of the rest of us. McLaren has written a poignant and brave modern gothic. I am blown away, madly in love. -- LAUREN MECHLING, author of How Could SheWhere You End and I Begin is a burningly true and gorgeously written memoir of a complex mother and daughter relationship. At its heart, this is a freshly told story by a great writer about an under-parented generation, where children were free to realize themselves, but also perhaps to become lost in the process. You're in good hands with Leah as she guides you through the pain and joy of her unfettered childhood. -- CATHRIN BRADBURY, author of The Bright SideMordant, clear-eyed, loving, devastating. Richly evocative, propulsive, and so well written-her prose sparkles like sunshine over deep water. -- AIDA EDEMARIAM, author of The Wife’s Tale

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Book SynopsisAxton Betz-Hamilton grew up in small-town Indiana in the early '90s. When she was 11 years old, her parents both had their identities stolen. Their credit ratings were ruined and they were constantly fighting over money. This was before the age of the Internet, when identity theft became more commonplace, so authorities and banks were clueless and reluctant to help Axton's parents.Axton's family switched PO Boxes, changed all of their personal information and moved to different addresses but the identity thief followed them wherever they went. Convinced that the thief had to be someone they knew, Axton and her parents completely cut off the outside world, isolating themselves from friends and family. Axton learned not to let anyone into the house without explicit permission and once went as far as chasing a plumber off their property with a knife. She had panic attacks throughout her formative years and often became physically sick with anxiety and quarantined behind the closed curtains in her childhood home. She began starving herself at a young age in an effort to blend in - her clothes, hair, makeup and weight could be nothing short of perfect or she would be scolded by her mother, who had become paranoid and consumed by how others perceived the family.Years later, her parents marriage still shaken from the theft, Axton discovered that she, too, had fallen prey to the identity thief but by the time she realised, she was already thousands of dollars in debt and her credit was ruined. After her mother's death, Axton's father found a box filled with pay stubs that listed his wife's first name but a different last name; copies of Axton's birth certificate; denial of application letters for various checking accounts; properties with other men. Axton and her father quickly came to realise that the identity thief was her mother all along. THE LESS PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT US is Axton's attempt to untangle the intricate web of her mother's lies and to understand why and how her mother could have inflicted such pain upon the two people closest to her. Axton will present a candid, shocking and redemptive story that will provide clarity and comfort for others in similarly unfortunate circumstances, and reveal her courageous effort to grapple with a parent who broke the unwritten rules of love, protection, and family.

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Book SynopsisIn How to Live Forever, social entrepreneur Marc Freedman argues that we don't need medical or scientific intervention to live forever. Instead of trying to be young, we can live forever (and save money) by being there for those who are young. Investing time with young people, mentoring, and passing wisdom from generation to generation, is truly living one's legacy. For the first time ever, we have more older people than young people, more people over 60 than under 20. In these new demographics we are more dependent than ever as societies on the flourishing of young people. Freedman will show how various innovations around the world are beginning to bring the generations together in ways that are mutually beneficial and suited to the realities of the 21st century. With insights from brain science, human development, and other research, he provides a blueprint for how societies can remain vital even as they age, and how to find great purpose and joy in the second half of life.

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Book SynopsisA Santa Cruz postpartum doula, a New Hampshire flute-maker, a Zen teacher, a dance therapist, a Sri Lankan film director—these are a few of the grandparents who share their stories in this bracing collection. The essays cover a wide range of experiences as they examine the marrow of this often undervalued relationship from both the grandparent and the grandchild point of view. A common thread running throughout is the special importance of these relationships, which are often as complex and rewarding as the parent-child connection.   Wondrous Child is divided into four parts. In Part One, “Settling In,” new grandparents survey the territory and describe their expectations. Part Two, “Balancing Reality and Hope,” takes a deeper look at some of the heartbreak that can occur, as well as complexities: step-grandparenting, spanning geographical distance, the surprise of children living with grandparents. Part Three, “Grandparents Raising Grandchildren,” explores men and women parenting their grandchildren in the absence of parents. Part Four, “Grandchildren Remember” is written by grown grandchildren who catch the tone and feeling of this special person in their life. These vivid essays will appeal to both grandparents, as a celebration of their place in the family, and new parents curious about how grandparents can contribute to their children.

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Book SynopsisIt's never too late to get to know the man who loves you best of all. Even if your dad is the stereotypical "man of few words," this book will help you encourage your father to open up about himself, his life, and his relationship with you. The first section describes the many ways you can grow closer to your father no matter what your respective ages and no matter how you've related to one another thus far. The second section consists of 50 compelling questions that promote dialogue, discussion, and intimacy - and makes it easy to gather and record these memories, feelings, and info not only for this generation, but for generations to come.

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Book SynopsisAccording to the US Census Bureau, more than 10% of all grandparents in the nation are raising their grandkids, and the number is going up. You may be one of these grandparents and it's a role you never expected. Willing as you are to assume this role, you have some questions. How will I find the energy for this? Is my grandchild normal? What if I "blow it?" Each day, you look for ways to make life easier. Help has arrived. This inspiring self-help book for grandparents raising grandchildren will: •Help ease your worries and guilt •Offer tips for creating a grandfamily •Give methods for improving grandparent-grandchild communication •Suggest ideas for how you can connect with your grandchild's school •Provide child development information •Recommend approaches to help your grandchild set goals •Stress the importance of having fun together •Offer ideas of how to foster your grandchild's hopes and dreams.So, You're Raising Your Grandkids blends Harriet Hodgson's unbelievable grandparenting story with recent research and findings. It comes from her 21 years of caregiving experience, including seven years of raising her twin grandkids. Each chapter ends with What Works, proven tips for grandparents raising grandkids. At the end, you'll cheer for all the loving grandparents—including you—who are putting grandchildren first.Trade Review"If you need reliable help in raising your grandchildrenthis book could save your life! Written from the heart, it contains expert advice on helping grandchildren meet life's unexpected twists and turns. Highly recommended." Robert L. Veninga, PhD, author, A Gift of Hope: How We Survive Our Tragedies"As with all of her writing, this understandable and easy-to-read contribution from Harriet Hodgsonbereaved mom, prolific author, and devoted grandmotheris wonderful! Her book is straightforward, practical and informative, and highly recommended for grandparents who unexpectedly find themselves in a parenting role." Marty Tousley"Written from the heart, [this book] contains expert advice on helping grandchildren meet life's unexpected twists and turns. Highly recommended." Robert L. Veninga, PhD, author, A Gift of Hope: How We Survive Our Tragedies"Book Excellence Award Finalist" https://bookexcellenceawards.com/2018-Finalists-c29486566?offset=90

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Book SynopsisBecoming the grandmother of twins changed Harriet Hodgson and altered her life course. According to Hodgson, we live in a fast-paced, complex time, a time when too many grandchildren are victims of bullying, internet scams, and sexual abuse. Hodgson believes that grandmothers are needed today more than any other time in history. "Grandmas can't be passive," she declares. "Every grandma has the power to protect and guide her grandchildren and needs to tap this power." This narrative weaves Hodgson's personal story with research findings and is packed with ideas for helping grandchildren. "The Grandma Force is about the power of love and the power of one," Hodgson says. "One-by-one, grandmas are standing up for grandchildren and creating a hopeful future for them." Trade Review" The Grandma Force is the most comprehensive book on grandparenting I've ever read. Harriet has researched and referenced every aspect of the grandma relationship and written an aspiring guide for grandmas who want to build a loving, lifelong bond with their grandchildren. Grandmas at every stage will benefit from this book! Donne Davis, Founder/Director of Gaga Sisterhood website

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Book SynopsisMy mother's first attempt at dying occurred nine days after her eighty-ninth birthday. I lived a carefree bachelor life, no children, few responsibilities outside of work, but that all changed when the call came. When she decided to come back to life, I decided to move from the dry heat of Los Angeles back to the high humidity of New Jersey to take over. My first task was to remove all hazards: her current caretakers. After, I asked my mom, "Do you trust me?" She whispered, "Yes." "Do you understand I will do everything in my power to keep you healthy and safe?" She nodded. "That means I'm in charge. And that means you must obey me." Her mood shifted in an instant. She looked me dead in the eye and puckered up her lips. I wasn't sure if this was a sign of surrender or one wishing me luck. I kissed her and hoped for the best.The parent/child role reversal was not unique to me, but how I dealt with it was. A Cup of Tea on the Commode chronicles my multi-taking adventures of filling Mom's last years with love, laughter, and joy. Though not always successful, I came pretty damn close.Table of ContentsTable of ContentsGenevieve’ s Vision 6Part One: Crisis 8Chapter 1: The Call 9Chapter 2: Way Back When (1922 onward) 14Chapter 3: A Silent Scream 18Chapter 4: Mum’ s the Word (1970s-1992) 22Chapter 5: Be Patient 29Chapter 6: The Surviving Catholic (1963 onward) 32Chapter 7: Planting the Seed 37Chapter 8: Salt, Pepper, and a Drop of Whiskey (1962) 41Chapter 9: The Miracle Poop 44Chapter 10: The Recyclers (1960s) 47Chapter 11: The Best Medicine 49Chapter 12: Never Doubt a Mother’ s Intuition (1963) 51Part Two: Change 53Chapter 13: A Whole New Ballgame 54Chapter 14: “ I’ m from Missour-uh” (My entire life) 60Chapter 15: The UPC Label Mystery (1993) 61Chapter 16: It Might Be Time to Get Mom Some Help (2006 and beyond) 64Chapter 17: Odd Jobs and Early Investments (1960s) 66Chapter 18: The Experiment Begins (2006) 69Chapter 19: Then Came the Squatters 72Chapter 20: Is that your Picasso in the outfield? (1965– 1971) 75Chapter 21: It’ s Like Dé jà Vu All Over Again 80Chapter 22: Natale (1891) 83Chapter 23: There’ s a New Sheriff in Town 87Chapter 24: My Brother Teresa (His entire life) 91Chapter 25: You Can Take the Kid Out of Jersey But… (1957 onward) 93Chapter 26: The Parade of Aides 98Part Three: Commitment 105Chapter 27: Single, Fifty-Five, and Living with My Mother 106Chapter 28: Genevieve’ s Warehouse (Her entire life) 108Chapter 29: I Am My Mother’ s Son 115Chapter 30: Day of Beauty 118Chapter 31: Not Another Fire, Please 123Chapter 32: It Took a Theft (Late 1960s) 127Chapter 33: The Battle of the Dutch Door 130Chapter 34: If You Rebuild It, They Will Come 132Chapter 35: Give Me a Break 139Chapter 36: Genevieve’ s Personal Chef 143Chapter 37: Reality Will Be Unkind 147Part Four: Catharsis 149Chapter 38: Just the Two of Us (1997 or 98) 150Chapter 39: A Recurring Dream (1960s) 152Chapter 40: Early in Our Journey 154Chapter 41: A Two-Year-Old Walks into a Bar (1959) 157Chapter 42: Un Maniaque du Mé nage 159Chapter 43: And as Swift as Evolution She Shuffled Across the Floor 161Chapter 44: Does Wiping Butt Cause Amnesia? 163Chapter 45: Better Than Food (1960s) 166Chapter 46: The First 6:00 am Wake-Up Call 169Chapter 47: You’ re Gonna Need a Bigger Fireplace (1970s onward) 171Chapter 48: Our Champion of the Arts (1960s) 173Chapter 49: Queen for a Day 177Chapter 50: Genevieve and the “ Two Gs” (1994) 180Chapter 51: Superstorm Sandy 182Chapter 52: Why Are You Doing This? 185Chapter 53: Bed, Bath and Beyond 189Chapter 54: Okay, Be How Patient? 192Chapter 55: Full Circle (1948– 1997) 195Chapter 56: House Calls, Who Makes House Calls? 200Chapter 57: My Chick Magnet 203Chapter 58: When Ya Comin’ Home? 204Chapter 59: What is It with Old People and Kleenex? 206Part Five: Curveball 208Chapter 60: Third Time, No Charm 209Chapter 61: Marina and Martini 215Chapter 62: Halloween Delayed 218Chapter 63: A Surprise Letter from an Old Friend 221Chapter 64: Care Takers, A Crime Ring 224Chapter 65: Three More Birthdays 226Chapter 66: The End is Near 229Chapter 67: Letting Go 232Chapter 68: Our Journey Comes to an End 242Chapter 69: You Led the Way 248Mark’ s Vision 250

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Book SynopsisThere’s a special bond between grandparents and their grandchildren, and an unconditional love that is truly special. Whether an experienced grandparent, or a grandparent-to-be, you’ll enjoy these 101 heartwarming, amusing and inspirational stories.The moment a grandchild is born, a grandparent is born too. This collection is full of stories by grandparents about being a grandparent, and grandchildren about their grandparents. Personal stories about legacies and traditions, a grandparent’s wisdom and lessons from grandchildren as well as the joys and challenges of grandparenting will touch your heart and tickle your funny bone.

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Book SynopsisReady or not, you're a parent again - guidance and support for raising your grandchildren.

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Book SynopsisA funny and touching story about how to deal with the struggles of adulthood, how to live a good life, and how money can complicate it all.Michael Baughman’s hope was to send his oldest grandson off to his first year of college in the fall of 2012 with an informed and thoughtful attitude toward what has long been a powerful American fixation: the frantic quest for money. Complicating the issue was the fact that income disparity in America was increasing alarmingly, and a political campaign featuring a wealthy Republican presidential candidate who told transparent lies on a daily basis was well underway.Baughman, now an emeritus professor of English, has visited forty-nine states. As a youth he attended Punahou, the private Honolulu prep school that graduated Barack Obama. During subsequent travels he washed dishes, pumped gas, butchered meat, sold women’s lingerie at Saks Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, and served as an enlisted man in the Army.Because of these diverse experiences, Baughman’s friends and acquaintances have included the very poor as well as the very rich. Throughout most of his adult life his own income has been close to the national average. He brought all of this, and more, into his parting conversations with his grandson Billy.Money Sucks is the culmination of those discussions, rumination on the haves and the have-nots and a frank, thought-provoking look at some of the toughest questions life throws our way: What makes us happy? How much is enough? Funny and inspiring in equal measures, it’s a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of their children, grandchildren, and the friends and family they love.Trade Review"Thoughtful, funny, and intensely personal [...] Baughman’s humorous and passionately opinionated pondering will make readers laugh and, better, think."—Booklist"Thoughtful, funny, and intensely personal [...] Baughman’s humorous and passionately opinionated pondering will make readers laugh and, better, think."—Booklist

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Book SynopsisAt age forty, with two growing children and a new consulting company she’d recently founded, Gretchen Cherington, daughter of Pulitzer Prize–winning poet Richard Eberhart, faced a dilemma: Should she protect her parents’ well-crafted family myths while continuing to silence her own voice? Or was it time to challenge those myths and speak her truth—even the unbearable truth that her generous and kind father had sexually violated her? In this powerful memoir, aided by her father’s extensive archives at Dartmouth College and interviews with some of her father’s best friends, Cherington candidly and courageously retraces her past to make sense of her father and herself. From the women’s movement of the ’60s and the back-to-the-land movement of the ’70s to Cherington’s consulting work through three decades with powerful executives to her eventual decision to speak publicly in the formative months of #MeToo, Poetic License is one woman’s story of speaking truth in a world where, too often, men still call the shots.

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Book SynopsisGrandparents often find themselves in awkward positions when it comes to having conversations with their family. Once children become “little people,” they develop likes and dislikes and discover their own interests, all of which may often be at odds with the grandparent’s. Even the most innocent attempt at chatting can produce such conversation-stoppers as “I dunno,” “whatever!” or “who cares!” Similarly, when a grandparent tries to initiate a talk to his or her own children about grandkids’ behavior or activities, it is usually met with a stony disapproving silence or a curt “mind your own business.” And when sets of grandparents get together, the opportunities to criticize each other for spoiling or favoring one of the grandchildren—or the parent whom your child married—can become a prescription for disaster.Fortunately for the growing population of intergenerational family members, help is here in this very practical handbook for seniors who babysit, visit or vacation with, or otherwise spend time with youngsters. Among the topics included are creating safe and friendly environments in which to initiate a chat, selecting age-appropriate conversation openers, avoiding sensitive issues, and developing listening as well as speaking skills. Subjects for conversations include family history, favorite activities, uncritical advice, and hopes and dreams for the future.Although aimed at grandparents, this latest volume in the author’s Conversation Starters series is an essential guide for parents and children as well.

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Book SynopsisNo matter your parents’ age or stage of life, this comprehensive guide walks you step-by-step through developing a flexible, proactive plan that will allow you to make the most informed decisions for your parents’ well-being—and your own.Millions of Americans are in an active caregiver role or will be in one in the future, yet few have a solid plan for the inevitable challenges of aging.Whether your parents are in their 60s or their 90s, and whether they have years of health ahead of them or already need more support, Successfully Navigating Your Parents’ Senior Years provides the framework and information you need to prepare for and handle with confidence the changes to come.The responsibility of caring for an aging loved one is often daunting—and when trouble hits, the sudden barrage of questions you face can be overwhelming. Have your parents executed their Advance Directives? Do you know what to look for in a senior community (and how to ensure a spot is available when you need it)? If your parents want to stay in their home, what can you do to ensure their safety?Certified aging life care specialist and CEO of Senior Living Strategies Star Bradbury draws on her 25 years of experience in senior living to bring you an up-to-date, comprehensive guide to navigating the tricky waters ahead—starting with putting a plan in place now that maximizes your parents’ independence while providing them with the support they need.Successfully Navigating Your Parents’ Senior Years covers:How to bring up sensitive topics with your aging parentsSteps you can take to keep your parents safely independent in their own homes for longerRed flags that indicate your parents may need more helpSenior living options and the key questions to ask in choosing any kind of retirement communityAlternative living arrangements to consider for aging parents, such as senior roommates, cohousing, and/or niche retirement communitiesHow to get help paying for your parents’ medical care (you have more options than you think!)Legal and financial documents to have on hand in case of a sudden medical emergencyInsider tips, helpful checklists, and moreDon’t wait for a crisis to begin planning for the future. Successfully Navigating Your Parents’ Senior Years is an indispensable blueprint that will give you the tools and knowledge you need to advocate for your parents when they need you most.

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Book SynopsisFrom the time he was old enough to remember, Jim Hock was told stories of his dad's glory days playing football in LA. A member of the 1950s LA Rams, John Hock, Jim's dad, was a member of Hollywood's Team, a football team that redefined what a sports team looked like, sounded like, and acted like, all while revolutionizing the sport of football.But Jim didn't know John the football star, he just knew the sweet, funny guy he called Dad. In a warm and aching memoir of childhood, good dad's, and what it is to realize that your parents had a life and successes before you came along.

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Book SynopsisEdna and Leo, a perpetually warring, tyrannical pair in their 80s, begin wintering In Mexico, where they abandon their usual prudence to embrace adventure and a bevy of sketchy new friends. Soon, Edna adopts a pair of shyster builders whom she trusts over her own architect-daughter Elizabeth, and a farcical house results. Blithely indifferent to the calamities that result, the pair refuse all help from their too-compliant only child. Later, following her mother’s sudden death, Elizabeth’s wise, principled father attempts to fill his late wife’s shoes with a string of loopy, live-in housekeepers—with privileges, he hopes. Before it is over the Mexican escapade will bring down the kind of disasters commonly found in pulp fiction. Why can’t Elizabeth stop any of this from happening? No matter the madness, she cannot confront her parents any more than she ever could. In the end, the surprising way in which they come undone reveals just what they spent their lives trying to hide, thereby setting her free. Though unique in its loony details, Don’t Say A Word! will resonate with beleaguered adult-children everywhere who will recognize the special misery of watching, helpless, as stubborn, diminished parents careen precariously toward the end of life.Trade Review“What an achievement! Don’t Say a Word! is evocative, smart, AND funny, with fresh insights about families on virtually every page. Marcus’s drive to comprehend her past will inspire readers who felt silenced in childhood or whose talents and achievements went unappreciated. With this book, she breaks her silence, revealing hard-won realizations and a remarkable ability to laugh through the tears.” —Barbara Schildkraut, MD, author of Unmasking Psychological Symptoms and Masquerading Symptoms “How well do we know our parents? Elizabeth Marcus confronts this question in her vibrant memoir, which follows the final decade of her parents’ lives as they seem to age into inversions of their former controlled and controlling selves. Reflecting on their absurd new friendships and terrible real estate deals, which she describes in hilarious detail, Marcus arrives at a dramatically new view of her difficult parents and their relationship with her. Funny, compassionate, and beautifully written, Don’t Say a Word is a moving account of a daughter finding her own story.” —Gail Pool, author of Lost Among the Baining: Adventure, Marriage, and Other Fieldwork “Marcus is a gifted storyteller, and her memoir is a page-turner. It is written in a way that evokes every emotion imaginable in the scenes recorded. Hers is a beautifully written tale that is likely true of many children observing their parents advance in age. Marcus’ writing is fresh, comical, revealing, poignant. It hits you in the heart from all conceivable angles.” —Story Circle Network

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Book SynopsisIf your mom is dead, is she still your mom? At twenty-five—nearly two decades after losing her mother to breast cancer as a little girl—an accident on a downtown street unleashes startling emotional reactions in Peg Conway, and this question starts to percolate. She comes to understand what she’s experiencing as long-buried childhood grief, and as she marries and becomes a mother herself, Peg’s intense feelings challenge her to offer herself compassion. Gradually she confronts how growing up surrounded by silence in a family that moved on from sorrow had caused her to suppress her mother’s memory for far too long. Ultimately, after excavating all the layers, Peg finds her mom again, and in the process discovers that truth, no matter how painful, heals.Trade Review2022 Next Generation Indie Book Awards Winner in Parenting/Family (Non-Fiction) 2022 Next Generation Indie Book Awards Finalist in Memoirs (Overcoming Adversity/Tragedy)“A brave and beautifully written memoir that shows anyone who lost a parent as a child how to move forward, even decades later. By sharing her moving search for healing and answers, Peg Conway gives the reader the best gift of all: wisdom.” —Michael Hainey, New York Times best-selling author of After Visiting Friends “Motherless daughters acquire a very specific wisdom at an early age, and Peg Conway knows this well. The Art of Reassembly is her poignant exploration of how the early loss of her mom reverberated throughout her life. In this beautifully crafted memoir, Conway takes readers on her journey of reconnection as we watch her ‘graft myself back to that original branch.’ She speaks for so many of us on these pages.” —Hope Edelman, New York Times best-selling author of Motherless Daughters “Peg Conway has written a memoir sure to resonate with those who experienced the death of a parent as a child. We are taken along on her adult journey as the ‘Inner Lost Girl’ confronts the grief of losing her mother at the age of seven. Many will recognize themselves as the ‘Responsible Girl’ and relate to the painful secondary losses that a death sets in motion. Peg brings to life the challenges and needs of grieving children and helps create much-needed awareness by sharing her own story so bravely.” —Vicky Ott, MA, LPCC-S; executive director of Fernside: A Center for Grieving Children “The Art of Reassembly teaches readers how to pick up the pieces in the aftermath of grief and have self-compassion along the way. If you have yearned to be seen and understood while in the depths of loss, read this beautifully written memoir, and you will feel lonely no longer.” —Nadine Kenney Johnstone, author of Of This Much I’m Sure and host of the Heart of the Storypodcast “From the opening paragraph, these pages hold readers in a gentle but firm grip. Peg Conway brings a striking blend of keen self-knowledge, profound empathy, and detective-like determination to her quest to piece together a more complete story of the reaches of unacknowledged grief. With unwavering honesty, Conway is unafraid to reveal her own humanness and how the ‘happy ending’ she grew up believing impacted her own development into adulthood. Deftly written and deeply insightful, this book invites readers on a journey of discovery and the healing power of self-compassion and truth. A stunning memoir.” —Jena Schwartz, writing coach and author of Why I Was Late for Our Meeting

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