New Book by April J. Maley Recounts Young Girl's Story of Survival from Child Abuse, and Coping with the Aftermath of Her Mother’s Murder, Released by Dog Ear Publishing

Fort Wayne, IN, May 26, 2010 --(PR.com)-- The cycle of abuse and abandonment created deep wounds in her parents that affected their parenting with their own four children. Breaking the cycles that not only bind us but also have made us who we are today is not an easy process. But it can be done. She will take you along on the journey that began two generations ago.

I Will Not Be Silent, published by Dog Ear Publishing, tells the story through a 9-year-old’s eyes of physical and mental abuse and a life consumed with fear, anger and denial. She slowly loses her childhood, having to take care of her younger siblings and help run the household when her fathers continual drinking escalates. Her father’s alcoholism spirals out of control and his sanity begins to erode. Her mother finally makes the decision to leave him for good this time. Unfortunately her mother’s final trip to their home brings life-changing consequences to the entire family, and to each of their own children. The images of that day continue to plague April, but she has made it her mission in life to be a voice to the voiceless and break that cycle.

This compelling work puts a human face on the problems of abuse and addiction. It tells how determination and faith can help break the cycle of abuse that continues from generation to generation. A list of toll-free numbers for abuse and addiction hot lines provide a tangible resource for others struggling with these issues. Reach out for help. Although it has not been easy, April’s ability to face the past shows how she has “come through hell to get to the place of peace with God” where she stands today.

For more information, visit iwillnotbesilentbook.com.

I Will Not Be Silent
April J. Maley
Dog Ear Publishing
ISBN: 978-160844-433-5 176 pages $13.95 US

Available at Ingram, Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble and fine bookstores everywhere

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