Just a quick plug for a dear friend of mine, Melinda Hutchings, who recently released her latest book, It Will Get Better. I am presently waiting on my copy of the book to arrive via the post (gotta love the Hervey Bay postal service, really...!), but it does look like it'll be yet another excellent piece of writing from the person who is fast becoming one of the leading experts and mentors on teenage-related issues. Her previous book, Why Can't I Look The Way I Want?, was an amazing read, and I am sure this new book is up to the usual standard of Melinda's writing.
You can buy a copy of the book by clicking here, but I thought in the meantime I'd give you all a quick summary of the book, courtesy of, what else, the back cover:
Teenage life brings up plenty of issues and can feel overwhelming at times. In It Will Get Better, Melinda Hutchings draws on her own experiences and those of many teens who speak openly about their issues - everything from family break-ups and troubled friends, to cutting, cyber-bullying and experiencing the death of a parent. They talk candidly about dealing with difficult emotions and what did or did not help them. Most importantly, they share the insights they gained that helped them heal and move forward. Alongside the teen voices are helpful sections of expert advice, practical tips, websites and other supportive resources.