Author's New Book Encourages Troubled Children in a Spiritual Way

Houston, TX, May 19, 2013 --(PR.com)-- Low self esteem and bullying is a major problem for children today. For Author Leona Lawrence these childhood problems are well known from personal experience. Now that she is a mother of a ADHD diagnosed child who is faced with some of the same challenging childhood issues, she wanted a way to reach out and encourage children who are facing similar problems and to make a difference.

Be Happy God Made Us Different is an inspiring book taken from the views of children who are faced with difficult situations and how they overcame their problems. Topics include peer pressure, friendships, bullying, parental problems, and more. "Be Happy, God Made Us Different is a phrase I tell my children, to let them know they are perfect the way they are because God made them that way and he always has a purpose for each one of us," explains Author Leona Lawrence. Be Happy God Made Us Different is sold in ebook and paperback form at amazon.com and Barnes and Noble.

About the Author: Leona Lawrence currently resides in Houston, TX with her husband, Brandon Lawrence and 5 children. Her oldest son (age 9) is diagnosed with ADHD, whom she encourages and teaches social development skills. She is a Sunday School Teacher Assistant at her local church to young children and mentors young school aged children and teens. She is also a blogger at Parent Me by Leona Lawrence which she provide parenting tips and advice.