Teens Soar in their Credit Score is a book that is recommended for teenagers to build a strong financial foundation. This book will guide teenagers about creating, building and managing credit score. This book makes readers aware about various credit terms. Readers will also get to know about the Social Security Identification Number. Building and managing credit has so many advantages in life. Having a high credit score will help you to get interest with lower interest rate.
This is a short and quick read that will help teenagers and adults in laying a strong financial foundation.
It is an engaging read. Children’s could list their financial goals after reading this book. They will learn to make good choices and take responsibility for their finances.
My name is Kareen Thompson, I am “Jam- Canadian”. I was born in the beautiful island of Jamaica on Canada day. I believe that it was Devine destiny that I would migrate to Canada, so I can fulfill my life’s purpose and leave a legacy. I am a Master of Social Work (MSW) and is a qualified and registered social worker with ten years of experience working in the Manitoba child welfare system. I am an author, coach, and motivational speaker who helps individuals and families to live a JOY filled life.
Q2. Tell us about the process of coming up with the cover and the title of your book?
The book cover reflects the fact that as social workers we are social scientist, so we took an objective perspective using a social justice lens to examine the child welfare system. This was done to magnify the dis-services faced by SAD affected children as they enter, journey through, and transition out of the child welfare system. We wanted a cover that will grab the attention of potential readers, so we choose dark red and gold.
Q3. Please tell something about SAD Pandemic to readers.
Being social scientists, we used the metaphor of a pandemic to explain the impact Sexual violence Addiction Domestic violence (SAD) has on the lives of children and families. We coined the term as a “SAD pandemic” and define it as a systematic issue that affects the most vulnerable people of our society. The following are some of the impact of the SAD pandemic:
SAD: • Is the leading cause for children entering care and becoming a “system child”. • traumatize children in their homes. • contributes to dysfunctional families. • contribute to individuals becoming a couch surfer (homeless) • lead to increased numbers in missing and murdered youths. • lead to death through homicide, suicide, and overdose.
Q4. What is the typical profile of a system child?
A combination of some or all of these might exist for a typical system child. • Born to parents who abuse substances. • Predisposed to a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) diagnosis. • Repeatedly traumatized in a home which is infected with the SAD pandemic. • Use of substances to cope with negative past experiences. • Mental health and behavioral concerns—self-harming, suicidal ideation, and seeking an escape from CFS life realities. • Cognitive disabilities due to FASD diagnosis. School attendance and academic performance impacted, resulting in an inability to enter the workforce. • At high risk for criminal involvement due to inability to control anger and to follow rules and laws. • inability to live independently at the age of majority. but transitioned out of care anyway based on youth and families demand. May become a couch surfer (homeless), gang leader or member, or may be exposed to sexual exploitation or become involved in the drug or sex trade (source of income).
Q5. Why do you feel this book is important, especially now?
When we thought of using the metaphor of a pandemic to write this, we didn’t know that the world would have actually experience a global COVID 19 pandemic. During this pandemic we see that there was an increase in the number of domestic violence as persons are forced to isolate at home. There was also discussion about leaving liquor stores open as an essential item since people who struggled with addictions might find more deadly and illegal substances if they do not have accessibility to alcohol. There was also worry about whether more children would be exposed to abuse in their homes during isolation as school were closed. It should be noted that school is the only safe space for some children who live in homes that are affected by SAD. What we end up seeing is a pandemic within a pandemic. With the current situation of the COVID 19 pandemic the reader will have a better understanding of the metaphor of the book but more importantly, they will realize the devasting impact that a pandemic has on the lives of children and families, and similarly, the SAD pandemic also has devastating impacts.
Q6. What are you currently most passionate about and why?
I am passionate about social justice issues. I love to advocate for persons who are the least of these in our society. I enjoy serving children and families who are impacted by the SAD pandemic. It is my passion to help them turn their SAD situations into JOY.
Q7. Can you give us a snippet of the journey that led you to write this book?
This journey was a 10-year journey from the moment I entered the child welfare system as a support and youth care worker in 2010, then becoming a manager of a program preparing youths to transition out of the system to becoming a frontline social worker. The book was a Devine inspiration based on the calling upon my life to serve children and families. I felt the burden of writing about the injustices and the dis services they experience. I write and advocate on their behalf because, I felt the pain and a burden seeing their SAD situation. I realized that there was purpose in my pain and by writing this book I would be leaving a legacy that will help to change a child’s world.
Q8. Who did you write this book for, and what do you want them to take away from reading it?
I write this book to help world changers to come on board because when they read this book, they will be given a perspective that will help to influence them into taking action that will positively change the lives of children and families who are affected by SAD.
Q9. How can readers get a copy of your book and what social media platforms can they connect with you?
The Delving is a great fantasy story written by the author Aaron Bunce. Story features an ordinary man Thorben Paulson. Filling up the bellies of his family with food is difficult for Thorben’s because the council’s tax collectors take away their food and coin. Thorben visited Vernon Lamtrop to ask for loan from him but they eventually went into an argument because of the cheap demands of Lamtrop. So, Thorben came out of Lamtrop’s Mercantile empty handed.
When Thorben met someone from his past i.e. Iona, the man promised that if Thorben joins him, his family won’t have to see another lean winter, half-empty plates or have to fear the tax collector’s visit again. Thorben has to delve into ancient tombs to retrieve dalan relics. Grab a copy of this novel and find out yourself will Paulson be able to complete the task?
The world building is mind blowing. Cover photo of the book is eye catchy. Title is suitable to the story. Language of the book is simple and easy to understand. I appreciate author’s vivid imagination in writing this interesting storyline.
Authors: Kareen Thompson, Colleen McCaulsky and Cynthia Eyeshemitan
Available On: Amazon
Language: English
Rating: 4.5/5
Objective Perspective inside the system is a book written by three authors Kareen Thompson, Colleen McCaulsky and Cynthia Eyeshemitan. This is the first book that I have read in Child and family Dis-Services series. In this book, authors has discussed about the problem of SAD (Sexual Violence, Addictions, and Domestic Violence) pandemic and its impact on children and families.
I learnt about the child welfare practices from past to present in this book. Many of the children in the Canadian child welfare systems are affected by historical trauma and their parents’ struggles with SAD. This book enlightens readers about the SAD pandemic that developed because of post-traumatic effects of colonization. Authors has also discussed how a child enter and prepare to exit the system. SAD pandemic needs to be addressed from its root for the better welfare of children.
This is an engaging book. Readers has few questions to reflect on after reading this book. Cover photo of the book looks nice. This book is a wake up call to readers to save the children. The book is written after well research and is an insightful read. I am looking forward to read more books of this child welfare series.
Admitting a weakness was a Grull-worthy offense, not something anyone would willingly walk into.
An Assassin’s Redemption is an urban fantasy story penned down by the author Tanya S.M. Kennedy. Eylsa’s life has been tough from beginning. If she doesn’t follow the orders, she receive punishment. As a child, Eylsa’s mentors were strict especially Alondium. One day when Alondium kept on placing someone in front of Eylsa for the fight, she stood till last to win because her another mentor Gregor has asked her to win.
Eylsa struggled to keep her top rank and this sharpened her into a reed of teenager. King Marvin is now her master. He sent Eylsa to kill their most dangerous obstacle Darius but Darius has a weakness i.e. children. Eylsa’s youth will protect her and Darius won’t harm her. Brendan whose mentor is Darius couldn’t understand why Darius is protecting the one who has come to kill him.
Story is captivating and I like to recommend this novel to fantasy lovers. I really loved the cover photo of it. Reading this story was a refreshing time for me. Author has done wonderful job with the world building. Don’t miss to pick this one.
“Where do Superheroes go to the bathroom?” is an adorable Children’s Book written by the author William Mendoza and illustrated by Visoeale. Story features a superhero boy who has eaten spicy lunch and breakfast and is now feeling uneasy. Read this exciting story. It will make you laugh. Before reading this book, this question never came to my mind.
Title of the book made me curious enough to read this book. Cover photo is wonderful. I want to give +1 for the beautiful illustrations that has the power to attract anyone’s attention. William’s storytelling skills and the storyline is amazing. I am sure that kids will have great time reading this short book.
It’s a perfect story for bedtime or kids can enjoy this together in a group too.
Book: Bank On Self Investment Belief Deposited-Triumph Withdrawn: A Stimulus Check Of One’s Self
Author: Michael Dane Lewis
Available On: Amazon
Language: English
Rating: 4.5/5
Bank On Self Investment Belief Deposited-Triumph Withdrawn: A Stimulus Check of One’s Self is a self-help book written by the author Michael Dane Lewis. In this book, author has used various banking and self investment jargons. When we start seeing ourselves as an investment account, our self-awareness, self-esteem and self-confidence increases. This is an insightful book from which I have learnt various things like setting goals, investing today to earn profits tomorrow.
In self investment, the most basic step is self-evaluation. By evaluating ourselves honestly, we can do our best. Withdrawing triumph stage of self-investment is the one in which we get to cash in on all of the investments that we have made. It’s a moment to be proud of ourselves and our achievement.
This book is a wake up call to readers to start self-investing now. By banking on self investment, we can increase our self-worth. After reading this book, I want to become the best possible version of myself. I am glad to come across this book. Book is written in an organized way and is totally worth reading.
Book: The Kingdom Has Arrived Volume 2: Passion’s Fire
Author: Amy Jean
Available On: Amazon
Language: English
Rating: 4.5/5
The Kingdom Has Arrived Volume 2: Passion’s Fire written by the author Amy Jean is a memoir. It consists of poems, prayers and prophecy. Amy has shared about beautiful and sad life moments of her life in this memoir. She has asked some questions also from herself like “Why did it take me so long to contemplate my life choices and the path I was on?”
Readers also get to read about the continuous God spots in Amy’s life. When her son said “It was a pleasure having dinner with you two. Drive safely”, she felt the divine presence of Jesus. Readers will get to read many examples where Amy had a spiritual experience with God’s presence. There are various poems in the book like The Third Heaven, Enslaved, etc.
The feelings described in Amy’s writings are deep and they touches one’s heart directly. Cover photo of this book is well designed. This story takes readers on author’s faith journey and how much the presence of God meant in her life. This book will take reader’s on a spiritual journey and tell them to believe in God whose kingdom is there on earth too.
“When he finally walks in, my heart does a somersault.”
Finding Frank is a memoir written under the pen name Rachel Townsend. Rachel was born in Cornwall in 1967. She has four siblings. When she was a kid, her mother was sweet but later she started becoming unhappy, angry, etc. Her father moved to many countries so Rachel’s mother can be happy with a new environment but she kept on becoming violent.
When Rachel was eleven years old, her mother decided to send her kids to boarding school in England. Rachel was ecstatic with the idea of being away from her violent mother. During the school holidays, Rachel and her siblings spent good time in Bahrain. Her father was busy in work so he bought the Dilmun Club membership for the kids. She met Frank at the club. He was the best pool player in the club. Rachel was having a good time with Frank in Bahrain but her happiness didn’t last longer as her mother came there and then they were expected to go more on family outings. Soon, Rachel leave for Barbados with her family but before leaving she received a letter from Frank and she was happy to find that Frank love her too.
Grab a copy of this memoir and get to know yourself what will happen next. Language of the book is simple to understand. Cover photo could have been more creative. I am glad that Rachel finally found joy in life. Title of the book is related to its content. Narration is smooth. Rachel’s story is worth reading and I am glad to read it.
The Blockbuster Health is a book that will guide readers towards a healthy lifestyle. Written by Dr Sharad Kulkarni, I got my hands on this book when I was thinking about following an ideal lifestyle. This book is written in eight chapters and educate the readers about the proper diet protocol.
The best thing that I loved about this book is the way it is presented in a sorted way. Nutrition table showing Protein, Carbohydrates, fats, vitamin, mineral rich foods gonna be much helpful for quick reference.
“Work on your health and it will work everywhere.”
I love this above quote by Dr Sharad. The Diet Regime mentioned in this book will help the readers. This is a great book for health enthusiasts where readers can get knowledge about the right diet. The content of this book is rich and could change someone’s life positively. The case stories shared in this book are interesting and inspiring to read. Overall, I loved this book and like to strongly recommend it to readers of all genre.
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