From Homeless and Pregnant to Successful Small-Business Owner: Woman Reveals Story in New Book
Kansas City, MO, May 16, 2009 --(PR.com)-- If she were anyone else, Tawanna Thacker would have simply given up. Grinding poverty, sinister abuse, and becoming pregnant at a young age added up to a seemingly insurmountable hurdle to success. But Tawanna survived. And she’s written down her story in a new book that’s giving hope to others.
But I’m Still Here: A Story of Loss, Tragedy and Triumph, just released by Outskirts Press (www.outskirtspress.com) describes her incredible journey from underprivileged child to successful mother-of-six. The story starts with Tawanna’s mother, who experiences her own problems with abuse and drugs. As Tawanna grows into a young girl, the problems multiply, and the family endures much suffering as Tawanna is subjected to numerous deprivations and sexual abuse.
Things only get worse for Tawanna, who at one point finds herself homeless and pregnant. But she perseveres, finding comfort in the message of the Lord and a personal drive she didn’t know she had to pull herself out of poverty.
Today, Tawanna is a thriving small business owner, teaching children the art of dance. That success is how she’s breaking the generational pull of poverty as she raises six healthy and happy kids of her own.
But I’m Still Here is an unflinching portrait of the challenges that face so many Americans - especially women - who grow up amidst so much lacking and abuse. And it’s an inspiring example to all readers that they can break out of their chains even when at the lowest point.
“My heart’s desire is that this book will reach deep into the soul of women who have suffered from any form of abuse, and to continue to be a voice of encouragement, love, and truth to all facing life's challenges,” states Tawanna.
But I’m Still Here: A Story of Loss, Tragedy and Triumph is now available through Ingram, Baker & Taylor, Amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and the online bookstore of Outskirts Press, at outskirtspress.com/store.php.
Book Statistics
ISBN: 978-1-4327-1198-6
Suggested Retail Price:
US$19.95, CAN$24.95
Size and Format: 6.14x9.21 Paperback
Page Count: 100
Genre: Inspirational - General
About the Author: Tawanna Thacker overcame immense personal obstacles to successfully raise a family and start a small business. In addition to But I’m Still Here, she is planning to publish Preparation for My Purpose in the near future. The book will chronicle Tawanna’s journey toward Christianity and continue to inspire others to connect with the Lord. Tawanna lives in Kansas City, Missouri.
Author Contact: Visit her on the Web at www.outskirtspress.com/butimstillhere
About Outskirts Press, Inc.: Outskirts Press, Inc. offers full-service, custom self-publishing services for authors seeking a cost-effective, fast, and flexible way to publish and distribute their books worldwide while retaining all their rights and full creative control. Available for authors globally at www.outskirtspress.com and located on the outskirts of Denver, Colorado, Outskirts Press represents the future of book publishing, today.
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Outskirts Press, Inc., 10940 S. Parker Rd - 515, Parker, Colorado 80134
http://outskirtspress.com — 1-888-OP-BOOKS
But I’m Still Here: A Story of Loss, Tragedy and Triumph, just released by Outskirts Press (www.outskirtspress.com) describes her incredible journey from underprivileged child to successful mother-of-six. The story starts with Tawanna’s mother, who experiences her own problems with abuse and drugs. As Tawanna grows into a young girl, the problems multiply, and the family endures much suffering as Tawanna is subjected to numerous deprivations and sexual abuse.
Things only get worse for Tawanna, who at one point finds herself homeless and pregnant. But she perseveres, finding comfort in the message of the Lord and a personal drive she didn’t know she had to pull herself out of poverty.
Today, Tawanna is a thriving small business owner, teaching children the art of dance. That success is how she’s breaking the generational pull of poverty as she raises six healthy and happy kids of her own.
But I’m Still Here is an unflinching portrait of the challenges that face so many Americans - especially women - who grow up amidst so much lacking and abuse. And it’s an inspiring example to all readers that they can break out of their chains even when at the lowest point.
“My heart’s desire is that this book will reach deep into the soul of women who have suffered from any form of abuse, and to continue to be a voice of encouragement, love, and truth to all facing life's challenges,” states Tawanna.
But I’m Still Here: A Story of Loss, Tragedy and Triumph is now available through Ingram, Baker & Taylor, Amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and the online bookstore of Outskirts Press, at outskirtspress.com/store.php.
Book Statistics
ISBN: 978-1-4327-1198-6
Suggested Retail Price:
US$19.95, CAN$24.95
Size and Format: 6.14x9.21 Paperback
Page Count: 100
Genre: Inspirational - General
About the Author: Tawanna Thacker overcame immense personal obstacles to successfully raise a family and start a small business. In addition to But I’m Still Here, she is planning to publish Preparation for My Purpose in the near future. The book will chronicle Tawanna’s journey toward Christianity and continue to inspire others to connect with the Lord. Tawanna lives in Kansas City, Missouri.
Author Contact: Visit her on the Web at www.outskirtspress.com/butimstillhere
About Outskirts Press, Inc.: Outskirts Press, Inc. offers full-service, custom self-publishing services for authors seeking a cost-effective, fast, and flexible way to publish and distribute their books worldwide while retaining all their rights and full creative control. Available for authors globally at www.outskirtspress.com and located on the outskirts of Denver, Colorado, Outskirts Press represents the future of book publishing, today.
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Outskirts Press, Inc., 10940 S. Parker Rd - 515, Parker, Colorado 80134
http://outskirtspress.com — 1-888-OP-BOOKS
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