The Space Between
–a novel by Kali VanBaale
Hardcover: 250 pages
Publisher: River City Publishing (October, 2006)
ISBN-10: 1579660584 ISBN-13: 978-1579660581
Valentine’s Day in Middle America. Judith Elliott fixes breakfast for her affluent suburban family. She kisses them all goodbye, tends to the house, makes plans for later with her husband. Then comes the news: her teenage son, Lucas, has taken a gun to school. He has killed two other students, a teacher, and himself.
Judith, an ordinary wife and mother, must suddenly grapple with extraordinary grief and horror. As reporters gather and lawsuits loom, society shuts out the surviving members of the Elliott family – including husband and father, Peter, and daughter and sister, Lindsey – who are as blindsided by the tragedy as anyone. Judith struggles to be the center of what remains of her family but finds herself plagued by doubts and unanswerable questions that may eventually disrupt her life more completely than the initial tragedy.
Kali VanBaale’s award-winning debut novel examines the aftermath of this modern nightmare with a clear-eyed dramatic precision that will leave readers wondering what does indeed lurk in the dark, unknowable spaces that exist between even the most loving of family members.
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Copies also available in independent Iowa Bookstores:
- Beaverdale Books 2629 Beaver Ave. Des Moines IA www.beaverdalebooks.com
- The Book Store, Inc. 606 Locust St. Des Moines, IA
- The Book Vault 105 S. Market St. Oskaloosa, IA www.thebookvault.com
Behind Lace Curtains
–a short story by Kali VanBaale
included in the anthologies
Voices of Alzheimer’s
*starred review in the Library Journal.
Paperback: 385 pages
Publisher: LaChance Publishing LLC; illustrated edition edition (May 28, 2007)
ISBN-10: 1934184012 ISBN-13: 978-1934184011
Written by those touched by the disease, this collection of more than 50 stories recounted by the spouses, victims, caregivers, friends, and family members provides a look at their journeys and serve as a companion to those currently struggling to cope with Alzheimer’s. The contributors write with candor, clarity, and humor about their experiences with the disease, providing insight and strategies for living with the Alzheimer’s patient and sharing about the positive effect the experience can have on those affected. These essays illustrate the indomitable strength of spirit of those whose lives are irrevocably changed in the face of heart-wrenching adversity.
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Voices of Caregiving
Paperback: 288 pages
Publisher: LaChance Publishing LLC; 1 edition (October 15, 2008)
ISBN-10: 1934184063 ISBN-13: 978-1934184066
Filled with the true stories of caregivers from all walks of life, these firsthand accounts have the power to enlighten and inspire. Caregivers speak candidly about their experiences, sharing insights and lending courage to others. With as many as 44 million people currently providing care for those with debilitating illness—many of whom are coming to the aid of a friend or family member without the benefit of training—this book is as an invaluable resource and important source of guidance. Cutting-edge information from authorities in the field of medical care and caregiving provides the best possible answers and aids those who seek to help others.
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The Healing Project is a not-for-profit organization founded in 2005 and dedicated to creating a community of support for those challenged with chronic and life-threatening illnesses. Their previous titles include Voices of Alzheimer’s, Voices of Breast Cancer, and Voices of Lung Cancer. They are located in South Salem, New York.
Russian Lullaby and A Tale of Two Names
–a short story and essay by Kali Van Baale
included in the anthology:
A Cup of Comfort for Adoptive Families
Paperback: 336 pages
Publisher: Adams Media (June 18, 2009)
It takes a loving and caring couple to bring an adopted child into their home. And every year, thousands of couples make room in their homes—and their hearts—for these special children. This story collection celebrates the individuals and families who experience these feelings firsthand. From first-time parents, anxiously awaiting the phone call that their little one has arrived to a single woman who crosses the Atlantic to find her heart’s child, this inspiring collection will touch every person who picks it up. The newest volume from the beloved and bestselling Cup of Comfort® series is sure to resonate with the thousands of happy couples who adopt children every year—and those looking to become mothers and fathers.
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