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Stories of Strength

Born in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, this anthology shares stories about what it takes to beat the odds. More than 100 writers contributed these essays, fiction and poetry to raise money for disaster relief efforts in the region. Featuring writing from Orson Scott Card, Wil Wheaton, and Robin Lee Hatcher. At times tear-jerking, at times humorous, this book is guaranteed to inspire and remind readers that the human spirit knows no boundaries.

A few more milestones

Our first royalties, which counted sales until the end of December, totaled $3804.66. That money has been split between three charities: Operation USA, The Red Cross, and The Salvation Army. I’ve also sent Operation USA and The Salvation Army copies of the book, so they can see how we raised this money!

And we’ve reached another great milestone this week:

1000 copies sold.

We’re going to be the Little Book that Could. ;)

-- Jenna Glatzer

 

It sure feels good!

C. Montgomery Stuart — May 6, 2006

 

It is wonderful, but it’s not over yet.

In the coming months the amount of sold copies will go up, I assure you. More people will know of this title when I take it to the bookfest this fall.

Love you all, Ken

ken — May 7, 2006

 

This is wonderful news! It feels good!

Vanessa — May 9, 2006

 

Wow. Almost 5k. I should check this site out more often.

Matt — May 19, 2006

 

I’ve just finished reading my copy, it’s a solid read. I especially liked Richard Cobbett’s “Atlas Slouched”. If you could convey my admiration of that story to him, I would be much obliged.

Wendy — May 26, 2006

 

Hi Wendy,

I thank you ;-)

Richard — May 27, 2006

 

Thanks so much for reading it, Wendy. Richard happens to also be our esteemed site creator/webmaster/web host. He’s pretty OK, that guy. ;)

Jenna Glatzer — May 27, 2006

 

Lots of fantastic news!

I hear the libraries in New Orleans need books. They’re asking that books be sent to the New Orleans Library. Have copies of the book been sent to them?

Sharyn Bowman — June 14, 2006

 

That’s awesome, Jenn!

BJ Bourg — June 15, 2006

 

Jenna! You keep chuggin’ along! Wonderful news!

Donna J. Shepherd — July 8, 2006

 

That is great! It has been one year since Katrina and our little book is still helping.

Esther — August 29, 2006

 

Jenna,

It’s been a while since the last update. Will you be posting a new update, once you receive the information from Lulu about the pastyears sales figures?

Carol

Carol Hightshoe — January 9, 2008

 

Jenna,

Was wondering if there has been any new updates. With the latest natural disaster - we can push this little book some more as I’m sure the Red Cross will be assisting there.

Carol Hightshoe — May 8, 2008

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