Special Needs and Adoptive Parents Praise Memoir for its Honesty

I recently posted my book’s Foreword, “Call Me… Mom” on WattPad and allowed the world to take a sneak peek. Some of the reviews make me blush. Some, though, like this one… blow me away.

I’m so excited for my book to get into the hands of an agent and publisher who will sprinkle their book magic on it and make it appear! (On store shelves and online, that is.) Below, check out a very honest review from a special needs parent…

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There is something in her writing that knits “us” together. There are just things other people can’t relate to. But Janelle can and does. Everything is spot on.

Kacee Cruz, Adoptive Mother

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“Janelle’s connection to people with special needs children and those with foster/adoption stories is fabulous.”

Debbie Gill Cross, Special Needs Parent

“I really enjoyed that chapter. Really. Truly. …To the point that I hardly have anything negative to say and I’m the kind of person who gives feedback often, and on just about anything.

This was a nice read and it left me wanting to read more. It kept my interest and felt real, kind, raw and honest. If the book is filled with that level of quality, it’ll be a story that will resonate and interest people who can relate to this journey in a big, big way.

Her blog has also been truly transformative for me and my family. The story about the holidays and sensory impact was really helpful for me understanding my son more and to be empathetic to his experience.

Janelle knows how to speak to and IMPACT families for the better!!
I believe her style of writing and the way she strings a story together is compelling and offers a ton of readability. Thanks for sharing!”

Debbie Gill Cross
Special Needs Parent, Phoenix, AZ

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Thanks Debbie! I’m so happy I can be a positive influence. – Janelle

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What’s written is great! She doesn’t tone anything down.

Kristin Zur, Special Needs Parent

Janelle’s writing is clear and easy to read. She expresses just how “hopeless” we sometimes feel.

Kristin Zur
Special Needs Parent

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Aww… I’m so glad I could capture the essence and remove the veil. Thanks Kristin! – Janelle

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Everything Janelle said is true and I most certainly  “get it.” I’ve wanted to share our story for so long and wished to be able to tell others what happens. In her story, Janelle does.

Teri-Lynn Manning, Adoptive Parent

I got to page four and honestly, I was sad and disappointed. I experienced a similar situation and I understand wanting to scream… but you can’t. I’m not a behavioralist, a psychologist, or a psychiatrist. I am just a mom… a mom who loves and refuses to give up (on my child).

Teri-Lynn Manning
Adoptive Parent

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And… click the link here to read the Forward for yourself and leave a comment. You can also leave your feedback below! <3

-Janelle

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