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Local Author Publishes Book to Help Families Cope with Unemployment
“Will My Daddy Ever Work Again?” is uniquely written from a child’s perspective. The main character is gender-neutral, so the reader can relate completely to the child’s story.
The book tackles many questions and concerns that children have, which can develop from long-term unemployment. “Will My Daddy Ever Work Again?” explores whether a parent will find work, why money is tight, why there is strife in the family, what happens if the family has to move, and, will the family ever feel happy again.
Carr, a Berkley resident who is long-term unemployed, felt compelled to write the book as an outreach to unemployed families. Instead of the standard “9-to-5” job, Carr, a former freelance journalist, teacher, and computer programmer, has utilized his talents to employ himself as a ballroom dance teacher, a playwright, author, and an actor. He completely understands the struggles of not having a regular paycheck and has had to learn to reinvent himself.
“I want to let kids know that they are not alone, and that their questions and concerns aren’t trivial. Older kids can read the book and relate to it, or parents can read it to their younger children. Either way, this book opens up a dialog for the family to express how they are feeling,” explained Carr.
“Will My Daddy Ever Work Again?” is available through www.amazon.com. The book and shipping is around $10. |
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