According to the National Cancer Institute, “In 2020, an estimated 1,806,590 new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in the United States and 606,520 people will die from the disease.” It is impossible to meet someone who has not been
touched by this disease in some manner, whether it be physically or emotionally.
There are many types of cancer–so many that each month of the year is dedicated to promoting awareness of a different type. Just as cancer comes in various forms, it touches different people in various ways.
When a writer is touched by this disease, the natural reaction is to take pen to paper–or rather fingers to keyboard.
The results will surprise you! The stories are as diverse as the disease.
During the month of April, here at iRead Book Tours, we are featuring some tremendous titles written by or inspired by cancer survivors!
Book Title: Again: Surviving Cancer Twice with Love and Lists
Author: Christine Shields Corrigan
Category: Adult Non-Fiction (18+), 256 pages
Genre: Memoir
Publisher: Koehler Books
Release date: Oct 2020
Formats Available for review: print-softback (USA and Canada), ebook (mobi file (for Kindle), gifted Kindle copy, PDF, NetGalley download)
Tour dates: May 10 to May 28, 2021
Content Rating: PG-13. My book has some profanity and one non-explicit sex scene with my husband.
“IT TAKES A DIFFERENT KIND OF THINKING TO SOLVE A PROBLEM THAN THE KIND OF THINKING THAT PRODUCED THE PROBLEM.” —Albert Einstein
Jean-Jacque (JJ) had a devastating problem. At age fifty-one, he was diagnosed with
stage four cancer and given three years to live. Rather than accept that outcome, JJ did what he always does: he set out to find a solution. Desiring to look beyond traditional treatments and their often harmful side effects, he put his unconventionally wired mind to work. JJ was relentless as he investigated alternative therapies and pursued global
trailblazers in cancer research. Moving from the role of patient to patient-researcher, he became a trailblazer in his own right, being sought after for his latest findings. Ultimately, JJ brought together the most innovative international minds at the Rethinking Cancer 2017 conference in Paris. Together, they found common ground, and they continue to create integrative, synergistic approaches to treatment. Today, almost a decade after his diagnosis, JJ has defied the odds and
is cancer-free. Recently retired from his career as a commercial airline captain on the Airbus A380, he now devotes himself to sharing his ongoing research with scientists and patients. JJ’s story illustrates how looking at things differently often enables us to see them in a whole new light.
“Readers of all ages who look for ethereal, haunting stories of recovery and courage will find Caroline & Mordecai the Gand may hold the trappings of a fantasy adventure; but inside there is so much more. Make the right decision, to read this!” – D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
“Caroline’s story is profoundly sad, and yet hopeful, magical, and yet rooted in reality. There is magic, mystery, and daring adventure.” – BooksCoffee
As they navigate these adventures and this new world, Caroline slowly discovers that she is meant to help each of the characters she meets. As she battles
internally whether to stay or return home to the sadness and grief waiting for her there, she must regain perspective and open her heart to the act of caring and to the joy of love itself. In the end, she must demonstrate great courage, loyalty, and caring as the plot unfolds, becoming the active hero of her own story.
When asked about her motivation for writing her children’s picture book about cancer, author Eva Grayzel explains:
My children were 5 and 7 when I was diagnosed with stage IV oral cancer. It’s a disease that cannot be hidden under clothing. My caregivers were so consumed with me, we didn’t addressthe feelings of our children. I regret not seeking professional attention for them during that time, but we didn’t think of it. If my healthcare providers had recommended it, we would have followed through.
Since my voice was compromised during treatment, finding a book about understanding cancer would have been an easy solution. However, I could not find one to help start the conversation with our children.
Months after my recovery, my daughter still wouldn’t kiss me. She was intuitive, afraid of losing me and didn’t want to commit to another day of loving me. My son was shopping with his grandma for a birthday card and he found a Get Well card. “Let’s buy this for Mom.” Grandma had to tell him that I wasn’t sick anymore.
When I reached my 10 year cancer-free anniversary, I had to mark it. There was no better way than filling the void for a children’s book to minimize fear and promote dialogue about cancer. ‘M.C. Plays Hide & Seek’ emphasizes feelings children experience and ways to address their emotions in a healthy, comfortable way. It’s everything I wished I had for my children. And, I hope it will be everything you need for yours.
Tour Schedule:
Apr 5 – Cover Lover Book Review – books spotlight
Apr 6 – Man of la Book – A Bookish Blog – books spotlight
Apr 7 – Lamon Reviews – books spotlight
Apr 8 – Rockin’ Book Reviews – books spotlight
Apr 8 – Thoughts in Progress – books spotlight
Apr 13 – Books for Books – books spotlight
Apr 13 – Gina Rae Mitchell – books spotlight
Apr 14 – Literary Flits – books spotlight
Apr 15 – A Mama’s Corner of the World – books spotlight
Apr 20 – The Adventures Of a Travelers Wife – books spotlight
Apr 21 – Lisa’s Reading – books spotlight
Apr 22 – jayme_reads – books spotlight
Apr 23 – Splashes of Joy – books spotlight
Apr 27 – Sefina Hawke’s Books – books spotlight
Apr 28 – Locks, Hooks and Books – books spotlight
Apr 30 – Kam’s Place – books spotlight
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Thank you for featuring Flying Against the Odds on your blog. We hope that Jean-Jacques' story will inspire and help others who are also battling against this terrible disease. Further information and resources can be found on his website: https://jeanjacquestrochon.com