Amazon This World & This Life... Ain't No Joke Amazon Category:  Young Adult/Teen Publisher: Ain't No Joke Books, Inc. ISBN-10:  0977834204 Type: Non-Fiction Pages: 120 Copyright: July 11, 2006 ...a straight forward book about the issues in life we all face and inspires teens to have an integral part in making positive changes for future generations by letting their voices be heard and taking action in order to beat the odds of what society tells them and that they can do great things with their lives. The Life Of Teenagers offers and informed analysis of everyday details relevant to teenagers addressing the challenges of youth and inspiring young readers to make the most of their adolescence. Particularly appropriate for parents to bring to the attention of their adolescent children, The Life Of Teenagers is very strongly recommended as a comprehensive and engaging guide for young readers to understand both that they are not alone, and that their life may be complete, even amidst the terrifying struggles of their evolving identity. - Midwest Book Reviews Excerpt Launching a national media book tour beginning November 2006, Keith G. Wright is planning to extend his 30-minute “My Life Ain’t No Joke” presentation to the junior and senior high schools in every city he visits. “It’s an awesome presentation; very interactive, fun, yet touching. These kids are motivated and inspired, and their academic and behavioral results are amazing”. - Keith G. Wright

Reviewed by Judy Goldman, TCM Reviews
Wow, wow, and again WOW! ... Very rarely does a grownup come along who can speak with passion and inspiration to today's youth in a language that they understand and relate to. But, one thing Keith Wright knows is how to reach his audience. Keith knows how to inspire young people, encourage them, and teach them about their own unique greatness and the power that they possess in the world and their lives. In a sincere, down-to-earth manner, Keith Wright brings together, past, present and future to help young people make sense out of their lives, understand their individuality and commonality with others and determine a sense of fitting in and purposefulness in the world they live in. Pulling things together from the foundation of his own courageous childhood, Keith Wright shows today's teens, in a language they can relate to, the way to live true to themselves and their values. At a time when so little makes sense, Keith Wright's "No Joke Teen Truths," "Top Ten Teen Tips" and "Teen Truth Activity Journals" shoot straight to the heart on how to develop an understanding and an appreciation for self and the world around us. Bravo! --Reviewed by Judy Goldman, TCM Reviews

Reviewed by Beverly Pechin, Reader Views
A must read for any parent, this book is an amazingly poignant, down to earth, parenting companion. Being the mother to 3 teenagers I knew that this book was going to have to not only be "real" but written by someone who truly knows teenagers in order to impress me. Mr. Wright certainly fills the bill as he not only talks to the reader in a realistic way but uses honesty and above all real words to get his message through to them. My son helped me review this book. A typical 14 year old young man, I could only hope it might open his eyes. Raising a son as a single mother in today's world is not only confusing but sometimes down right impossible. The Life of Teenagers spells it out, not only for the parent reading the book but for the teen that reads it too. My favorite part is right at the beginning when the author states, true as true can be, that there is NOBODY that will love you like your parents. It made me want to kiss him right there because as much as you can tell the teens this yourself, they simply don't seem to realize it. The book takes realistic views on living life today as a teenager and the many problems you have to face. It isn't written as a preaching book but almost as though when you pick the book up, you pick up a new found friend. While Wright talks about things that a lot of adults avoid - sex, drugs, friendships, parents, television, and most of all God, he never makes the teen reading the book seem like he's better or smarter than the teen himself. Wright speaks in terms that kids truly relate to and seem to truly understand. My son's last words as he went to bed this evening were "Thanks for letting me share that book you're reviewing mom. That guy is pretty kewl and for once I wanted to hear what he had to say! I really liked it mom, thanks". Take it from a mother who knows, if ANYONE can get your teenager to say those words, they're a miracle worker on their own terms. Amazingly real, amazingly interesting a --Reviewed by Beverly Pechin, Reader Views

Reviewed by Sharel E. Gordon-Love
Author Keith G. Wright has penned a wonderful book for teens encouraging them to live their lives courageously no matter what has or is going on in their lives. There is so much that a teen can get into today, and they can tick off plenty of excuses, like being raised by a single parent or a grandparent and perhaps seeing nothing but a drug-infested neighborhood.

In his book, author Wright shares personal situations and the process that was taken to get him to a place of resolve. By sharing what is called `teen truths' the author admonishes teens to read, not to allow society to have anything to do with their success or failures in life, challenging them to be better people every day and many other tips that will only promote growth and progress in young lives.

I recommend this book for teens and pre-teens everywhere, especially those who have self-esteem issues and feel they do not have much to live for or to make of their lives.


Reviewed by Sharel E. Gordon-Love
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