How many of you love to read a good book that has real life meaning? I know I do! These types of books teach you valuable life lessons and I’m excited to give you some information today about a brand new book release!
Title: Cards for Brianna: A Mom’s Messages of Living, Laughing, and Loving as Time Is Running Out
Author: Heather McManamy with Co-Author: William Croyle
ISBN: 9781492642138
Release Date: April 12th, 2016
“So…I have some good news and some bad news,” Heather McManamy wrote in a note her husband, Jeff, posted on Facebook. “The bad news is, apparently, I’m dead. Good news, if you’re reading this, is that you are most definitely not (unless they have Wi-Fi in the afterlife). Yes, this sucks. It sucks beyond words, but I’m just so damn glad I lived a life so full of love, joy, and amazing friends.”
McManamy faced death in much the same way she faced life – with a full appreciation of those she loved and a hearty dose of laughter.
The 36-year-old Wisconsin mother, who died of terminal cancer on December 15, 2015, will live on in a memoir she finished just hours before her death. Cards for Brianna: A Mom’s Messages of Living, Laughing, and Loving as Time Is Running Out (ISBN: 9781492642138; APRIL 12, 2016; $14.99 U.S.; Memoir; Trade Paper) is a celebration of her love for her four-year-old daughter, as well as her unwillingness to let death stand in the way of their relationship.
McManamy, who was originally diagnosed with stage 2 cancer in April 2013, was told the following year that her diagnosis was terminal. She captured headlines around the world when she began writing greeting cards to her daughter Brianna to share advice and celebrate all of the significant milestones she would miss: first day of school, birthdays, wedding day, and even her retirement.
The cards also cover everyday occasions, such as when Brianna needs encouragement, hope or help getting over a breakup. There are 70 in all.
The book, which was co-authored with William Croyle, will feature short excerpts from some of Brianna’s cards, Heather’s thoughts about life, love and cancer, and a variety of photos.
A portion of the proceeds from print book sales in April 2016 will benefit METAvivor – a non-profit, volunteer-run organization that funds research for metastatic cancer.
”Seriously, thank you to everyone who convinced me that this was one of those YOLO! opportunities I simply had to go for,” McManamy said in a Facebook post about the book. “The timing couldn’t have been crazier, but talk about an amazing alignment of the stars to have something so positive and fun to focus on.”
Purchasing: You can purchase this book from Amazon or from Barnes and Noble.
Giveaway: One lucky winner is going to win the book titled “Cards for Brianna: A Mom’s Messages of Living, Laughing, and Loving as Time Is Running Out” by author Heather McManamy.
Giveaway Details: This giveaway is open to residents of the US ONLY age 18 and over. Please read our Terms of Service & Disclaimer Policy before entering. This giveaway will close on April 28th, 2016 at 11:59 pm EST time. No purchase necessary to enter or win.
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I’m a librarian and love books. This sounds like an emotional and powerful story.
i read as often as i can, with i had more time these days
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I read all of the time (I never watch TV). I have piles nad piles of novel snad mysteries and a Kindle packed with more books. Not enough time though!
I like reading memoirs….which in a way this kinda is.
I read every single day and I would so love to win this one as it sounds super interesting thanks for the chance and have a wonderful day.
I read everyday and this seems like such a meaningful book.
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I want to read this book for myself, and then pass it on to my daughter to read. I read more books during the winter months when your stuck inside more.
I would like to read this book…a book like this really makes you appreciate life.
This sounds like a great and uplifting book.