THE NO.1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER A TIMES, FT, ECONOMIST AND INDEPENDENT BOOK OF THE YEAR‘Boundlessly wise . . . important and engrossing’ The New York Times‘One of the most important books I’ve read . . . It’s absolutely brilliant’ Dr Rangan Chatterjee'Urgent and essential' GuardianAcclaimed psychologist Jonathan Haidt reveals how the decline of free-play in childhood and the rise of smartphone use among adolescents is changing our worldFrom 2010, as teens traded in their flip phones for smartphones packed with social media apps, unsupervised time online soared while face-to-face conversations with friends and family plummeted, and so did mental health. This profound shift took place against a backdrop of diminishing childhood freedom and over-supervision in the real world, depriving children of the experiences they most need to become strong and self-governing adults.The Anxious Generation delves into the latest research to show how this shift from free-play to smartphones disrupts development – from sleep deprivation to addiction – and lays the foundations of isolation and fear that define society today. Grounded in ancient wisdom and packed full of cutting-edge science and practical advice, this eye-opening book is a life-raft for anyone who wants to understand how the most rapid rewiring of human relationships and consciousness in human history has made it harder for all of us to think, focus, forget ourselves enough to care about others and build close relationships. Read more

'A wonderful book' Richard Osman'So clear and true ... Helpful for all relationships in life' Nigella Lawson'A fascinating read on the emotional baggage we all carry' Elizabeth Day______________________________________________________________________________________How can we have better relationships?In this Sunday Times bestseller, leading psychotherapist Philippa Perry reveals the vital do's and don'ts of relationships. This is a book for us all. Whether you are interested in understanding how your upbringing has shaped you, looking to handle your child's feelings or wishing to support your partner, you will find indispensable information and realistic tips in these pages. Philippa Perry's sane, sage and judgement-free advice is an essential resource on how to have the best possible relationships with the people who matter to you most.Featuring exclusive new chapter on sibling relationships._____________________________________________________________________________________'It gave me hope as a new parent' Babita Sharma'This has genuinely had such a positive impact on my life and my relationship with my daughter' Josh Widdicombe'She writes with an inquisitive elegance rarely found in parenting guides ... it is forgiving and persuasive' Hadley Freeman, the Guardian 'Philippa Perry is one of the wisest, most sane and secure people I've ever met' Decca Aitkenhead, Sunday Times MagazineThe Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read has sold over 1.3 million copies worldwide since publication, BBVA March 2024Philippa Perry, Sunday Times bestseller, October 2023 Read more

A powerful, page-turning psychological thriller from bestselling author writer Keri Beevis that you won't want to put down..One Night. One Secret. One Nightmare.When you’re a kid, you imagine monsters to have horns and fangs. That they hide under the bed or in the wardrobe. And you believe they can only come after you when it’s dark.You don’t expect them to look like everyday people or that they may be someone you already know…The summer in question started out with hot, fun-filled days and new friendships. We had just turned thirteen and had our whole lives ahead of us. But that was before her… Before we became known as the Hixton Five and our lives become defined by one night.It’s hard to believe twenty years have passed since she was locked away. But now she’s free and strange things have started to happen.When I close my eyes, the creeping anxiety and fear is overwhelming and all too real.Because the monster is back, and I know she has a score to settle with us.A tension-packed psychological thriller that will have you gripped.Perfect for fans of Freida McFadden, Claire McGowan and Lisa Jewell.Praise for Keri Beevis'A great book. Hard to put down. Takes turns that one doesn’t expect. Suspense is perfect. Highly recommend this book' - Reader Review'Twisted. an entertaining book that kept me guessing.'- Reader Review'Great ending - a fabulous (twisted, but fabulous) book! This was my first book by this author. I would definitely read another one!'- Reader Review'I had a hard time putting this book down to go to sleep. I just wanted to Keep reading to find out what happens next. I want to read more books by this author.' - Reader Review'Another winner from Ms Beevis. A gripping story with plenty of twists and turns' – JA Baker'An atmospheric thriller that grips until the last page. Beevis at her best!'- Diana Wilkinson'One of my favourite authors! Keri Beevis does it again, with this fast-paced, chilling thriller!' - Amanda Brittany'Beevis delivers again with a creepy unsettling tale that had me looking nervously over my shoulder'- Valerie Keogh'Another suspenseful page-turner from this very talented author' – John Nicholl'Brilliant, chilling, and unputdownable' - Gemma Rogers** Read more

The start of an gritty family drama series set against the backdrop of Liverpool's dockyards from bestselling saga author Sheila RileyOn the cruel streets of Reckoners Row by the frozen River Mersey, only the tough survive...Winter, Liverpool 1947Evie Kilgaren is a fighter. Abandoned by her mother and with her father long gone, she is left to raise her siblings in dockside Liverpool. As they battle against the coldest winter on record she's determined to make a life for herself and create a happy home for what’s left of her family.Desperate for work, Evie takes a job at the Tram Tavern under the kindly watch of pub landlady, and pillar of the community, Connie Sharp. But Connie has problems of her own when her quiet life of spinsterhood is upturned with the arrival of a mysterious undercover detective.When melting ice reveals a body in the canal, things take a turn for the worst for the residents of Reckoner’s Row. Who could be responsible for such a brutal attack? And can Evie keep her family safe before they strike again?A gritty, historical family drama full of laughter and tears from the author of Annie Groves’ bestsellers including Child of the Mersey and Christmas on the Mersey.Perfect for fans of Chrissie Walsh, Katie Flynn and Dilly Court.If you love Sheila's Reckoners Row series, you'll love Beamer Street and the Dockside Saga seriesPraise for Sheila Riley:‘A fast paced story-line and believable characters set against the background of a war-battered city still struggling against austerity, rationing, the black market and poverty added to the authenticity of what I am sure will be the beginning of a successful series’ - Lyn Andrews'Great read. Thoroughly enjoyed this book had me hooked since the first chapter can't wait to read the next one and follow evie and her family's life' - Reader Review‘An enchanting, warm and deeply touching story about a brave young girl fighting against injustice. Loved it and look forward to her next book.’ - Cathy Sharp‘Oh what a wonderful story this is. I enjoyed every bit of Evies story suffering lots of traumas and struggles in her life. This book will definitely keep you reading on chapter after chapter I really enjoyed it, and looking forward to more from this author. A beautiful family saga.’ - Reader Review‘Excellent story with characters that pull at your heartstrings.’ - Reader Review‘Powerful, emotional and intense, The Orphan Daughter has at its heart a fantastic heroine readers will root for and a cast of brilliantly nuanced characters it is impossible not to care about. Written straight from the heart, The Orphan Daughter is a must-read for saga fans everywhere!’ - Reader Review‘A really heart warming read for the winter months. Lovely characters, richly drawn and well rounded.’ - Reader Review‘From the first page I was hooked. I’ve loved reading this fabulous story.’ - Reader Review Read more

Leading clinical psychologist Lisa Damour identifies the seven key phases marking the journey from girlhood to womanhood, and offers practical advice for those raising teenage girls. We expect an enormous amount from our teenage girls in a world where they are bombarded with messages about how they should look, behave, succeed. Yet we also speak as though adolescence is a nightmare rollercoaster ride for both parent and child, to be endured rather than enjoyed. In Untangled, world authority and clinical psychologist Lisa Damour provides an accessible, detailed, comprehensive guide to parenting teenage girls. She believes there is a predictable blueprint for how girls grow; seven easily recognisable 'strands' of transition from childhood through adolescence and on to adulthood. Girls naturally develop at different rates, typically on more than one front, and the transition will be unique to every girl. Each chapter describes a phase, such as 'contending with adult authority' and 'entering the romantic world', with hints and tips for parents and daughters, and a 'when to worry' section. Damour writes sympathetically and clearly, providing a practical and helpful guide for any parent, and for teenage girls too. Read more

Finding Stevie is a dark and poignant true story that highlights the dangers lurking online.When Stevie’s social worker tells Cathy, an experienced foster carer, that Stevie, 14, is gender fluid she isn’t sure what that term means and looks it up.Stevie, together with his younger brother and sister, have been brought up by their grandparents as their mother is in prison. But the grandparents can no longer cope with Stevie’s behaviour so they place him in care.Stevie is exploring his gender identity, and like many young people he spends time online. Cathy warns him about the dangers of talking to strangers online and advises him how to stay safe. When his younger siblings tell their grandmother that they have a secret they can’t tell, Cathy is worried. However, nothing could have prepared her for the truth when Stevie finally breaks down and confesses what he’s done.Cathy Glass's book 'Helpless' was a No.1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2024-09-02. Read more

An escapist, festive read to warm your heart this holiday season, from TOP 100 bestseller Fay Keenan'Wonderfully festive' Jo BartlettHollywood comes to Roseford, as Christmas wishes really do come true…The sleepy Somerset village of Roseford is the temporary home for the cast and crew of the latest Christmas movie, and there’s excitement in the air. When Lucy Cameron, the owner of Roseford Café, is asked to fulfil a last-minute catering order on set, she can’t believe her luck.Lucy’s erstwhile teenage crush, Finn Sanderson, is the star of the film, alongside his glamorous co-star, Montana de Santo, with whom he has been linked on and off the screen, and their sprinkle of stardust around the village is intoxicating.With Christmas approaching and the snow starting to fall, Lucy’s path keeps crossing with Finn’s, and she starts to get to know the man behind the movie star. As her feelings grow, so too do Lucy’s reservations about even considering becoming involved with someone so well-known. And when Lucy finds herself at the centre of a social media storm, her fears seem to be justified.Are happy-ever-afters just the preserve of Christmas movies, or could Lucy and Finn star in their very own festive love story…Revel in the perfect country Christmas romance from Fay Keenan, just right for all fans of Julie Houston, Cathy Bramley and Holly Martin.What authors and readers say about Fay Keenan’s novels:'Fay Keenan's books are filled with warmth and humour. They are the perfect escape to beautiful countryside settings' Jessica Redland'Wonderfully festive and will appeal to fans of feel-good romance everywhere. It’s got the charm of Notting Hill and the Christmassy magic of The Holiday all rolled into one' Jo Bartlett'A gorgeous rural romance full of warmth and charm' Victoria Connelly‘Guaranteed to put a spring in your step. Feel-good, frisky and great fun with a hearty dash of romance and intrigue' Julie Houston'Moving, funny, thoughtful and romantic. Bring on the next one!' Jenny Kane‘From only a few pages in I knew I was set to love this story and I literally couldn't put it down until it was finished. A fantastic read and a lovely glimpse into the Somerset countryside. Best enjoyed with a large cup of tea or coffee and a stash of biscuits’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review‘A delight to read from start to finish and I absolutely loved it' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'New Beginnings At Roseford Hall is superbly written, but then I have come to expect nothing less from Fay Keenan' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Fay has one of those easy-going writing styles that is easy to get used to and easy to get along with. In fact reading one of her books feels more like a chat between friends rather than reading a book’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review Read more

We are all people-pleasers in one way or another – even those who deny it.Whether at work, home or in our relationships, we all know how it feels to want people to like us. The problem comes when we give up our own needs along the way.In this life-changing book, psychotherapist Emma Reed Turrell explains the different ‘types’ of people-pleaser and provides practical, reassuring advice on how to better understand – and stop – people-pleasing behaviour when it starts to affect your own needs.Please Yourself will help you care for others in the right way – and ultimately, help you take better care of yourself. Read more

SOME SECRETS ARE BEST KEPT BURIED… BUT SOMEONE WON'T LET HER FORGET...Decades ago, the disturbing disappearance of an eleven-year-old girl shook the tiny village Hannah grew up in. Now Hannah receives the shock of her life when she is told her sister, April, has committed suicide. Distraught, she returns to her childhood home for the funeral.But someone who refuses to forget the past has sickening shocks in store for the grieving family and soon latch onto Hannah instead, leaving her looking over her shoulder at every turn.Now the nightmares aren't only inside Hannah's head ...The close-knit community is rattled as devastating secrets and unspeakable truths are shaken up and it seems everyone has a secret to hide ...Hannah feels her grip on reality slipping as she starts to suspect even those closest to her - including her husband Will. April had uttered words of warning against him, but was it merely jealousy? Or does Hannah truly have something to fear from the father of her child?Could the danger be closer to home than she realises? And why is Hannah’s own father insisting that the past should remain in the past?In My Wake is one of the most unputdownable psychological thriller books about a woman forced to confront her devastating past. Fans of K.L. Slater, Shalini Boland, Laura Marshall and The Silent Patient will love the shocking twists and unexpected revelations. Read more

Becoming Tom’s mum had always robbed me of the chance to sleep, and here I was, fifteen years on, alone in the dead of night, longing to be able to rest like everyone else.When I saw the thin blue line on my pregnancy test, I dared to hope for a future of blissful motherhood.From his very first night in the world, Tom did not sleep. By the time he was six months old, I was a single parent and almost maddened with tiredness.At ten months, Tom could walk and became a real force of nature, leaving a trail of destruction behind him. Nobody could believe how overactive and naughty he was and I became accustomed to regular finger-pointing and blame.Increasingly ostracised by friends and other mums, I dragged my son to every professional known to man, to no avail. Over the years, we were outcasts in every situation, school, party, outing, journey, etc, and as he grew, so did the severity of the behaviour.Ritalin was in its infancy, attitudes were directed towards blaming the parents and schools preferred to exclude rather than to help.Tom’s hyperactivity gave way to teenage delinquency and as he went through his teens, I was terrified that he’d finish up in prison or dead as a result of the choices he was making.In the end, the only agency that really helped and supported us was The Youth Offending Team and I’ll always question why it ever had to get to that stage.This is my story and I hope that as a result of telling it, I help other parents struggling with a similar daily and relentless battle to what I had.As you read, remember - you are not alone. Read more

A BEST BOOK OF 2023 IN THE TIMES, GUARDIAN AND WALL STREET JOURNALFrom Hadley Freeman, bestselling author of House of Glass, comes a searing memoir about her experience with anorexia, and her long journey to full recovery.From the ages of fourteen to seventeen, Freeman lived in psychiatric wards after developing anorexia nervosa. For the next twenty years, she grappled with various forms of self-destructive behaviour as the anorexia mutated and persisted.Anorexia is one of the most widely discussed but least understood mental illnesses. In a brilliant narrative that combines personal experience with deep reporting on the issues around the illness, Freeman details her experiences with anorexia, and how she overcame it.Good Girls is an honest and hopeful story that will be profoundly helpful for those who suffer from an eating disorder, and those who desperately want to understand them. Read more

When you're living a lie, can you trust anything?Ten years ago, Alexandra Quinlan was the prime suspect in the massacre of her entire family. Her face was on every television show and front page, and she was given a nickname by the media: Empty Eyes.Now, Alex Armstrong has reinvented herself and devotes herself to securing justice for others. But when Laura McAllister, a young student journalist, disappears just as she's about to break a major story about sexual assault and cover-ups on her college campus, Alex is drawn into a new case that will threaten the life she's built.As Alex digs into Laura's disappearance, she realises that there are unexpected connections to the murder of her own family. As different as the crimes may appear, they each hinge on one sinister truth: no one is quite who they seem to be…An explosive and unputdownable crime thriller you won't be able to put down. Perfect for fans of Harlan Coben, Mary Kubica and Karin Slaughter.Praise for Those Empty Eyes'Draws readers in from the first heart-stopping pages and doesn't let go until the end' Mary Kubica‘Thrilling, complex story that will leave your jaw on the floor!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘Truly, a perfect book. I will never stop recommending books by Charlie Donlea.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘So twisty. I think I just found a new author to binge.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘Well-written and fast-paced… with so many strong female characters. An outstanding, suspenseful thriller.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘Those Empty Eyes had me turning pages late into the night, then getting up early to get back to the story. I found myself racing to finish only to be sad that it was over.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘I was hooked from the start until the very end. Loved the characters, story and writing style.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘Speechless! This has to be my favorite read of the year so far. Charlie Donlea is my new favorite author. I really got into this book and lost all track of time.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘This book was phenomenal! If you are looking for an extremely intense, adrenaline rush of a story that will have you on the edge of your seat and turning the pages at lightning speed, then you NEED to read this!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘WOW! I didn’t see the ending coming. This was by far the best book I’ve read in quite awhile. Really caught me off guard.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review‘The book that helped me get my reading mojo back. Read it cover to cover in a day and loved every page.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review Read more

'Full of practical parenting advice that will give you the tools to guide your child through this time' Daily ExpressRaising a tween can often leave you feeling like a parenting beginner all over again. Children in the 'between' stage seem to change almost daily, leaving many parents struggling to understand the child they once thought they knew so well. In Between, parenting expert and mother of four Sarah Ockwell-Smith uses a unique blend of the biology, psychology and sociology of adolescence as the basis for practical parenting advice that you can use to help your child through the transition from childhood to adulthood.It explores key issues, including:*Why tweens can often be moody, rude, lazy and impulsive - and how to cope with their behaviour*What exactly happens during puberty - and when and how to talk to your tween about it* How to navigate friendships and romantic relationships in the tween years*How to encourage good mental health and body image*Managing screen time and avoiding common pitfalls*Supporting the transition to secondary schoolBetween also offers advice on coping with your own feelings as your child moves through this busy developmental period, and how to let go and give them wings to fly. The tween years can be a difficult period for parent and child alike, but your openness and support is key to building the relationship that you will have with your child for the rest of their life. Between is the handbook that will guide you across the bridge from childhood into adolescence, together with your child. Read more

'I read it so fast, just could not put it down' Reader review, 5 starsSix adults all leading different lives.Stay-at-home mum, Harriet, spends her days in a constant worry her husband will leave her.Evie thought she was bossing the work-life balance until she's given a week to save her job.Pippa hasn't felt like herself lately and a dreaded doctor's appointment has her thinking the worst.Widower Nick feels in over his head trying to raise a grieving seventeen-year-old daughter.Martine is the ultimate professional, au pairing for two kids she adores (even if the parents drive her crazy!), but little do they know she divides her time with a secret lover.Losing her son in a tragic accident has left Betty with wounds that refuse to heal.But every morning, they share one thing in common: they all endure the same manic rush to drop the kids off at school. And after unexpectedly running into each other at the school gates, the following week becomes a collision course, connecting their lives in more ways than one...A brilliantly engaging and relatable read for any parent who dreads the morning alarm to brace the school run, perfect for fans of Gill Sims, Kristen Bailey and Carmen Reid.Readers are LOVING The School Run:'I loved this book from the moment I started reading... I was sad it ended' Reader review'Exactly the light, pleasant kind of thing to read while parked outside a school, waiting for the bell to ring and kids to come streaming out' Reader review'I could not put this book down ...cleverly written and the storyline is great, especially the twist at the end. A great read' Reader review, 5 stars'I couldn't stop reading it. It is very relatable and funny' Reader review, 5 stars'Very enjoyable, easy to read and actually very gripping' Reader review Read more

"I was gripped." - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Wow factor!" - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Unputdownable." - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐A new thriller by the author of The Desperate Wife: Sometimes the ones closest to us are the ones with the most to hide . . .Thirteen-year-old Kaleb has gone missing—and Laney Atkinson and her sister are keeping a secret: their kids were the last to see Kaleb alive. With the neighbourhood in a panic, they don’t want their children traumatised by police interviews and pointing fingers.Instead, Laney devotes herself to trying to find Kaleb. But any lingering hope for a happy ending is lost when the boy’s body is discovered days later. Sure enough, gossip and suspicion engulf the community.Laney, though, has her own suspicions about the tragedy, and they involve someone close to her. As tensions erupt within her family and a shocking secret is revealed, will the truth bring her relief—or shatter her world?What everyone is saying about Sunday's Child:“Phenomenal. Unexpected twist!” - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“A real page-turner that holds your attention” - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“A brilliant, captivating book!” - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

For fans of Really Good Actually and I'm Glad My Mom Died'A deftness that catches your breath' - Fern Brady'An incredible piece of writing' - Brett Goldstein'Interrogates moments of trauma with insight, kindness and humanity' - John RobinsThis is a book about mistakes. And why we should de-flower shame in all its messy, complicated glory...Hello!It's Lou here...I've poured my heart and guts on to the page and shared my soul in this book. This won't be for everyone but I hope it helps the people it does connect with. We all have stories and I think its useful to share them, I think it helps unite us and in some ways it helps us release some shame.I've been alarmingly truthful and sincere, because I think society would be better if we could all be honest. I've of course used humour too, not as a way to cope (I've processed the darker things that have happened to me), but as a change in pace, some gorgeous light relief, because life is light and dark dancing together in the wind. And I love jokes.If this is the sort of thing you're after, please pick me up and take me to bed (that's the book speaking so a little joke there). Read more

This epub is currently best viewed on a tablet or a colour e-reader.In answer to the crisis in girls’ mental health, the UK’s bestselling parenting author Steve Biddulph brings an interactive learning guide rich in content and interactive elements to help parents be prepared and self-aware in providing for their daughters.In his ground-breaking new book, Steve Biddulph, million copy bestselling author of Raising Girls, psychologist and parent educator, offers an interactive experience for parents to explore the relationship with their girls from the cradle to the teenager. It is a guided journey of exercises, conversations, reflections and self-rating questionnaires that builds the inner capacities in a parent, targeted at each stage of their daughters growing up.Every aspect – love and security in babyhood, mindfulness, setting boundaries, emotional well-being and emotional literacy, education and learning in primary and secondary school, friendship, puberty and adolescence, sexuality and sexualization, choosing partners and negotiating equality and respect; in fact everything a father or mother needs to think about to be prepared and self-aware in providing for their growing girl.Complemented by real-life case studies and full-colour photographs throughout. Read more

Discover what it is really like to work in a High School as a teacher in the 21st Century?What happened to the National Curriculum?Just how do teachers deal with disruption?The secrets behind the scenes in a High School~ Hilarious things students say! Sometimes intentionally! Amazing!~ 36 years of teaching experience with teenagers. Which issues are most draining of teachers' energy?Scroll down for larger images. Read more

Do You Want Your Teenage Boy to Grow Into a Responsible Young Man?This book will show you how.In 7 Vital Skills for Parenting Teen Boys and Communicating with Your Teenage Son, best-selling parenting skills author Frank Dixon offers caring parents proven methods that any Mom or Dad can use to understand teenage boys, improve communication skills with your teenager so that you can help your son to become a successful and respectful young man.As a parent or guardian of a teenaged boy, you understand the unique challenges that you have to overcome – your son’s lack of communication and poor listening skills, the mood swings and lack of discipline… and maybe even some personal hygiene issues.But the same precious and loving son is still in that overgrown, clumsy body. Your boy just must learn to understand that most of what he is dealing with is a normal part of going through puberty and maturing.In this ground-breaking positive parenting book, you will discover the 7 most important parenting skills for helping your teenage son to communicate better and feel more comfortable talking to his parents, including:✓ The most important things affecting your son’s life during his teen years – how to help him understand how his body is changing and why it makes him behave differently than before puberty✓ The science behind the emotional changes – physical changes in your teen boy’s brain and how it affects thought processes, behavior, lack of awareness and social skills✓ How to change your parenting style, family communication, positive reinforcement, and conflict resolution tools for your maturing teen son✓ How to deal with insecurity with physical appearance and improving self-esteem for boys✓ How to improve self-expression and get your teenaged son to open up to parents, instead of using grunts, one-word responses, or totally ignoring you✓ How to teach responsibility to boys and ensure they understand accountability for not meeting your expectations★ Now is the perfect time to start building a healthy relationship with your teenaged son and learn the parenting skills that are vital to ensure that your son has the support that he needs to feel loved and thrive.Scroll Up And Click "Buy Now" Immediately to Turn Your Teenage Boy Into a Responsible Young Man! Read more

From the author of Hold On, But Don’t Hold Still, the emotionally charged and eye-opening account of a mother who navigates the cacophony of best practices and urgent advice from parenting authorities in search of a way to support her teen as he maps his own path to mental health.When Kristina Kuzmič started to see signs that her otherwise sunny, resilient teenage son was struggling, she was sure a few simple fixes could right the ship. But over the following months, the issues her family faced became more nuanced, complicated, and pervasive than she could've predicted—and what began as a clear to do list spiraled into an emotionally fraught and seemingly endless push and pull between signs of progress and overwhelming fear. Despite her best efforts, Kuzmič had internalized a set of obligations, ideas, and unrealistic standards from parenting culture and social media that left her unprepared to guide her child when he needed her most. Featuring an urgent and affirming foreword by renowned and New York Times bestselling clinician Dr. Shefali Tsabary—Kuzmič's new book debunks ten "parenting truths” that kept her in crisis, and delves into her insecurities and the mistakes she made to reveal invaluable lessons and transformative approaches that worked.  While her family stands on the other side now stronger than ever, Kuzmič's journey calls to parents who have felt the instinct to say “I can fix this” in situations where good intentions far exceed our abilities to enact change. Read more