| Three More Words Contributor(s): Rhodes-Courter, Ashley (Author) |
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ISBN: 1504620437 ISBN-13: 9781504620437 Publisher: Blackstone Audiobooks OUR PRICE: $26.96 Product Type: MP3 CD - Other Formats Published: March 2017 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Young Adult Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - General - Young Adult Nonfiction | Family - Orphans & Foster Homes - Young Adult Nonfiction | Social Topics - General (see Also Headings Under Family) |
| Dewey: B |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Ashley Rhodes-Courter spent a harrowing nine years of her life in fourteen different foster homes. Her memoir, Three Little Words, captivated audiences everywhere and went on to become a New York Times bestseller. Now Ashley reveals the nuances of life after foster care: college and its assorted hijinks, including meeting "the one." Marriage, which began with a beautiful wedding on a boat that was almost hijacked (literally) by some biological family members. Having kids--from fostering children and the heartbreak of watching them return to destructive environments, to the miraculous joy of blending biological and adopted offspring.Whether she's overcoming self-image issues, responding to calls asking for her to run for Senate, or dealing with continuing drama from her biological family, Ashley Rhodes-Courter never fails to impress or inspire with her authentic voice and uplifting message of hope. |
Contributor Bio(s): Rhodes-Courter, Ashley: - Ashley Rhodes-Courter is a twenty-one-year-old college student who is a sought-after advocate for adoption. She has delivered speeches on Capitol Hill and given keynote addresses at conferences about adoption and foster care. She has been featured in Teen People and Glamour, has appeared on the Today Show, and has been interviewed by Diane Sawyer and Rosie O'Donnell. Rhodes-Courter was chosen as a first-team member of the USA Today All-USA College Academic Team for 2007. She is also a recipient of the 2007 BR!CK Award. |