Jacob's Melody by Jacqueline Diaz #childrensbook #Rabtbooktours @RABTBookTours

Harmony in Autism

Children's Book

Date Published: May 7, 2024

Publisher: MindStir Media

 

Meet Jacob, an autistic friend who sees the world in his own way. Struggling to make friends, he discovers the power of music- and music therapy- with the help of a caring teacher. In the rhythm of challenges and quiet moments, Jacob finds his unique voice, proving that being different is extraordinary. Join Jacob's musical journey, where every note tells a story of belonging and strength.

About the Author

Jacqueline Diaz is a thought leader championing to make workplaces more inclusive and accepting of neurodiversity. As the co-owner of a recruiting agency and the founder of a The Steven Spectrum Career Project, a nonprofit dedicated to placing the neurodiverse into the workforce, she dedicates herself to empowering individuals of all backgrounds to thrive in their careers.

Driven by a strong commitment to mental health, Jacqueline sees the important link between wellness and professional success. She fearlessly challenges the status quo and says work cultures need to make mental health a priority, it’s not just ideal, it’s essential.

Jacqueline aims to create real change, one idea at a time. Through her work, she raises up diverse voices and promotes environments where everyone can succeed using their unique talents. Her mission extends far beyond mere inspiration; she aims to spark meaningful change.

 

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Laughing is Forever by Jason Stocks #poetry #rabtbooktours @RABTBookTours

Poetry

Date Published: March 22, 2024

Publisher: MindStir Media

 

Laughing is Forever is my second book. And while it’s gritty, rhythmic, dark and dangerous it’s also fun, quirky, and inquisitive. Topics range from growing up in the Deep South to questioning the mainstream narrative of how it all . . . came to be. I want people who don’t read much and who hate poetry (the largest demographic) to give this collection a chance and fall in love with books by reading something that they can relate to and/or be awed by. Laughing is Forever is a standalone book, a brand-new beast, but follows in the footsteps of Blameforest in the sense that it’s reinventing what poetry can be. And hopefully inspiring folks to take risks with their own work and stand out from the maddening crowd.

 

Reviews for Laughing is Forever

 

"These are the kind of tattered, beautiful poems I often search for and rarely find-the ones that explain, 'Just be happy with a beer after work. You know, quit all the complaining. It won't change a single thing. It just prolongs the suffering.' "

-Sean Thomas Dougherty, author of Death Prefers the Minor Keys

 

"Stocks's writing has a powerful immediacy, and his poems are packed with both profanity and pop-culture references . . ."

-Kirkus Reviews

 

"This collection is brave, unflinching and hits you like a punch in the jaw. It is at times brutal and vicious but also tender and intelligent. I was reminded of early Eminem in the poignant anger of some of the poems."

-Sam Szanto, author of If No One Speaks

About the Author

Jason Stocks is a writer and teacher living in south Florida. Before becoming a teacher, he worked in a chicken house, washed dishes, bagged groceries, waited tables, and sold cars. His first full-length poetry collection--Blameforest--was published in 2021 and was recently named a finalist in the 2024 American Legacy Book Awards for contemporary poetry. When not writing, he enjoys reading vintage YA horror, riding his Haro cruiser, and spending time with the family.

 

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