Inspired by the true story of women at Dublin Correctional Facility in California, Jean Trounstine's novel follows Nettie, a correctional officer who suddenly finds herself on the other side of the prison system she once enforced. As she awaits trial, Nettie confronts the inhumane conditions of incarceration while grappling with her abusive marriage, her career, and the life she believed she understood. A renowned leader in prison reform, Jean co-founded the women's branch of the innovative alternate sentencing program, Changing Lives Through Literature (CLTL). She is a tireless advocate for incarcerated women, known internationally for her vivid, empathetic writing that illuminates the struggles of those wronged by the criminal justice system. She also contributes journalism on prison and parole to outlets including the Boston Institute of Nonprofit Journalism, Truthout, and Boston Magazine.

Drawing on neuroscience, child development research, clinical practice, and his own experience as a father and grandfather, Dr.Kenneth Barish addresses the questions that keep parents and grandparents up at night: How do we protect our children's emotional health in an era of rising anxiety, depression, and loneliness? How do we support a genuine love of learning rather than a fear of failure? Dr. Barish offers comprehensive, multi-step guidance on all of it—written with the clarity and warmth of someone who has sat with thousands of families and knows exactly where the hard parts are.He is Clinical Professor of Psychology at Weill Cornell Medicine and Visiting Professor at Tongji Medical College in Wuhan, China. He is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association. .

Internationally celebrated style and beauty expert David Kibbe has spent more than 40 years championing his philosophy of "Love-Based Beauty," a transformative approach that encourages women to value themselves beyond unrealistic beauty standards. Throughout his career, he has challenged traditional ideals that rely on external validation, believing they damage confidence and self-worth. His empowering message emphasizes that personal style is a powerful expression of individuality and a meaningful way to connect with others. Selected for RuPaul's Love Yourself Book Club, his work inspires readers to embrace authenticity and self-acceptance. Kibbe's influence has reached audiences worldwide through appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Today, CBS This Morning, CNN, PBS, and major publications including the Wall Street Journal, London Times, and USA Today.