Happy Thanksgiving and Publication Day for Turning Trauma Into Triumph by Jennifer Gilmour
I have a couple of things to share with you today: For those of you in the USA Happy Thanksgiving!
I hope you are spending some time with loved ones today and eating good! For the past few years my family has done ‘Taco Thanksgiving’ and we are continuing it today. Today is the start of a long four day weekend, and it sounds like it is finally going to get cold and stay cold here in Georgia! And after today I can focus on Christmas and see if my tree will fit in my tiny apartment! I really hope it does!!!
And for today’s book news; Today is publication day for Jennifer Gilmour’s newest book: Turning Trauma Into Triumph!
Here is some information on Turning Trauma into Triumph in Jennifer’s own words:
The book was fully crowd funded on Kickstarter. (The link to the Kickstarter is here.)
Over a decade has passed since I fled the abuse I endured in my own home with the person who said they loved me.
Since then I have made it my mission to raise awareness of coercive control. Together we can work to eradicate this insidious and often unnoticed behaviour which is prevalent in an unacceptable number of relationships.
Book Description:
“Turning Trauma into Triumph” is a raw and inspirational collection of articles and blog posts written by Jennifer Gilmour, chronicling her journey from the depths of domestic abuse to the heights of recovery and empowerment.
Jennifer recounts her harrowing experiences detailing the psychological scars of the abuse she endured. Her truth begins with a seemingly innocent workplace friendship that rapidly devolves into a nightmare of control and manipulation. Despite the absence of physical bruises, the mental and emotional wounds run deep.
Through sheer resilience and the support of unexpected allies, Jennifer found the courage to escape and rebuild her life. She shares her transformative journey from victim to survivor, offering practical advice and critical resources for others facing similar challenges. Her narrative is interwoven with educational insights and reflections on the long-lasting impact of abuse.
Join Jennifer as she marks the eleventh anniversary of her escape and continues her path from pain to purpose. Whether you read it cover to cover or dip into specific sections, this book promises to inspire, educate, and empower.
Jennifer Gilmour is an award-winning author, blogger and advocate for women escaping abuse.
Buy your copy here:
Amazon US
Amazon UK
I’m so excited to see that Jennifer Gilmour’s latest publication is now available to buy on Amazon! I was one of her Kickstarter backers and helped to bring this book to life. This book is a deeply personal collection of articles and blog posts chronicling Jennifer’s journey escaping an abusive partner and into recovery. I have also worked with her over the years with previous books she has written and seen her grow as an author, and learn more about her true self! She is in the UK, but I really hope to be able to meet her one day.
Let’s break the silence surrounding domestic abuse and support survivors on their path to healing.
#TurningTraumaIntoTriumph
“Together we are louder”
Here are links to my reviews of Jennifer’s other books that I have read:
First Edition of Isolation Junction (This is a fictional book based on her own experience). Click here for my review.
Clipped Wings (This is a book where both men and women who survived domestic abuse share their experiences.) Click here for my review.
About the Author:
Jennifer Gilmour is an author and advocate for women in abusive relationships, using her own experiences of domestic abuse as a catalyst to bring awareness and to help others. Jennifer has published two works, Isolation Junction and Clipped Wings, which have both been Amazon Best Sellers and received awards. Jennifer speaks at events across the UK and continues to raise awareness through blog posts, public speaking, radio interviews, and social media.
Jennifer has listened to her readers and has grown a digital community to support discussions about domestic abuse online. Starting with her Twitter Chat #AbuseTalk, which opened late 2017, this developed into an online forum in 2018. In 2019, Jennifer launched a podcast which includes interviews with those in the sector and gives followers the opportunity to ask burning questions.
Awards Jennifer has received:
Most Informative Blogger Award 2018 (Bloggers Bash Annual Awards)
UK & European Award for using Social Media for Good 2019 (Social Day: Social Media Marketing Awards)
Small Business Sunday Winner 2020 (Theo Paphitis #SBS)
Contact Jennifer:
Website
TikTok
Twitter/X
Instagram
LinkedIn
Amazon Author Profile
Goodreads
Huffington Post Blogger Profile
Happy New Year!
The countdown is over and we are now in a new year! Let’s enjoy it and see what 2024 has to offer!
If you haven’t done it before, this is the perfect time to start the $1 in a jar: For every book you read put $1 (or more!) in a jar and when the year is over you have some spending money! What will I buy with 2023’s money I earned….. Most likely more books or something book related!
May your 2024 be a great year!
My Top 10 of 2023
Well here we are: Today is December 31st and WE MADE IT! 2024 is almost here! Today we are ending the year with My Top 10 of 2023. I am selective with the books I give 5 stars too: In fact, I only had 14 books with 5 star reads this year. I am putting two of those together since they are part of a series. Three of the books in this Top 10 are actually book club reads, with one being my choice. Book clubs can be a good thing: You end up reading books you might not have read otherwise!
I have an hour commute one way to work and my schedule is 10-hour days 4 days week, which doesn’t leave much time for reading. I had many more audiobooks listened to versus kindle or physical books read. I am really enjoying the 10-hour days 4 days a week and hope I can adjust to get more reading of books done other than audiobooks.
Here is my Top 10:
10. The Chain by Adrian McKinty
This book club read was my choice. It is a thriller and I enjoyed it just as much the second time as I did the first time. It is so fast paced, intense, and doesn’t slow down at all!
My full review is here: http://jessicasreadingroom.com/a-re-read-of-the-chain-by-adrian-mckinty/
9. Death Warrant by Bryan Johnston
This is a thriller with a unique premise that actually delivered for me. I can also see ‘reality tv’ going in this direction in the future with the direction the world is going.
My full review is here: http://jessicasreadingroom.com/audiobook-review-death-warrant-by-bryan-johnston/
8. The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah
This one was another book club read and I don’t think I would have ever picked it up on my own, and really enjoyed it! It’s historical fiction and it was narrated by Julia Whelan who is another favorite! I was really pulled in to this story and felt like I was there with the characters.
My full review is here: http://jessicasreadingroom.com/audiobook-review-the-four-winds-by-kristin-hannah/
7. The Sun Does Shine by Anthony Ray Hinton
This is a memoir about an innocent man who served nearly 30 years of his life on Death Row! Hinton’s story shows what a travesty our ‘justice system’ can be, especially for the poor and non-white people
My full review is here: http://jessicasreadingroom.com/audiobook-review-the-sun-does-shine-by-anthony-ray-hinton/
6. Where the Forest Meets the Stars by Glendy Vanderah
This one is the last book club read that made my Top 10. I had actually never heard of it and really enjoyed it. I became attached to the characters and they all are dealing with some kind of serious issue. This is a debut and a strong one at that!
My full review is here: http://jessicasreadingroom.com/audiobook-review-where-the-forest-meets-the-stars-by-glendy-vanderah/
5. Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey
Another memoir that made my Top 10!I really enjoyed this one and McConaughey wrote and narrated it! Listening to it, it was like he was right there talking to you and telling his life story. I really enjoyed it and learned some things about him!
My full review is here: http://jessicasreadingroom.com/audiobook-review-greenlights-by-matthew-mcconaughey/
4. Do Not Open by Kiersten Modglin
Kiersten Modglin is a new to me author this year and I am really enjoying her work. Do Not Open was something to listen to: It was like Misery but on crack! Talk about some intensity with this book!
My full review is here: http://jessicasreadingroom.com/alc-review-do-not-open-by-kiersten-modglin/
3. What Lies Between Us by John Marrs
What Lies Between Us is my second read by John Marrs, and I will be reading/listening to all of his novels! This book is intense and when you think he is done with the twists… BAM! Mr. Marrs gives us another one! This book keeps moving and doesn’t slow until the very end! If you enjoy thrillers and are not reading his books, you need to pick them up now!
My full review is here: http://jessicasreadingroom.com/audiobook-review-what-lies-between-us-by-john-marrs/
2. The Housemaid and The Housemaid’s Secret by Freida McFadden
Freida McFadden has been getting a lot of attention these past two years and with The Housemaid and The Housemaid’s Secret I can see why! Both of these books are fast paced and you just can’t put them down! The third (and final?) book in the series comes out next June and I will be ready to see what is in store for Millie next!
My full reviews are here:
Housemaid: http://jessicasreadingroom.com/audiobook-review-the-housemaid-by-freida-mcfadden/
The Housemaid’s Secret: http://jessicasreadingroom.com/audiobook-review-the-housemaids-secret-by-freida-mcfadden/
And my #1 Read for 2023 is…………
The First to Die at the End by Adam Silvera
This is a prequel to They Both Die at the End, but it needs to be read second. There will be a third Death Cast novel coming out in 2024, and I WILL be reading/ listening to these again! These books just say so much and affected me so much. I actually cried with The First to Die at the End. You know how it is going to go, but that journey… is just heartbreaking! I was affected for personal reasons that I won’t go into (spoilers!), but damn Mr. Silvera, I just love these books and cannot wait until the next one comes out!
My full review is here: http://jessicasreadingroom.com/book-review-the-first-to-die-at-the-end-by-adam-silvera/
There is my list! I want to know what some of YOUR favorites were in 2023! Did we have any in common? Are there any of mine that you are interested in reading? Let’s bring on 2024 and a new year of reading!!
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