Janis Cooke Newman crea romanzi avvincenti che scavano nel profondo dell'emozione e della connessione umana. Le sue opere esplorano spesso atti sorprendenti di eroismo ispirati dall'amore, intrecciando elementi di magia e contesti storici. Come fondatrice della conferenza per scrittori Lit Camp, coltiva attivamente la comunità letteraria. La voce distintiva di Newman invita i lettori in storie accattivanti, ricche di intuizioni e profondità emotiva.
Recognized as a standout publication of 2015 by the San Francisco Chronicle, this book offers a compelling narrative that captivates readers with its unique storytelling and rich character development. Delving into themes of resilience and transformation, it presents a thought-provoking exploration of human experiences and relationships, making it a must-read for those seeking depth and insight in contemporary literature.
Mary Todd Lincoln the 'First Lady' is a figure of some notoriety in the USA. She is incarcerated in an insane asylum after committal proceedings instigated by her own son. This book tells her own story.
The narrative unfolds as Janis Cooke Newman reflects on the moment she first encountered her future son through a videotape, capturing his vulnerability at 10 months old. The scene, featuring a woman in a lab coat attempting to elicit a smile from the naked baby, sets the stage for a poignant exploration of motherhood and the journey of adoption. Newman's story delves into the emotional complexities and transformative power of love that accompanies the path to becoming a parent.