Monthly Archives: October 2011

How to Help Disaster Survivors

What happens when the first responders in disasters are also the survivors? Lisa Tracy told their stories in her book, Muddy Waters: The Legacy of Katrina and Rita. A life-long journalist and author, Lisa was asked by the American Public Health Association to write the stories of the first responders. Lisa interviewed them and wrote the book in two short months after Hurricane Katrina. It was an emotional and eye-opening experience. Continue reading

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How to Turn Tragedy into Hope

Aurea McGarry lived a Cinderella life until tragedy struck. She tells her amazing story in her book, I Won’t Survive… I’ll Thrive! Aurea believes women are naturally strong and resilient. She also believes Continue reading

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How to Be Healthy, Sexy and Happy

Nancy Deville has found out how to look and feel her best at age 60. When people asked her how she did it, she wrote a book, Healthy Sexy Happy: A Thrilling Journey to the Ultimate You. In 12 easy steps, she tells Continue reading

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