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Touched by Adoption

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Ms. Robinson has amassed a large collection of work from 75 respected poets, authors and playwrights, all of whom have one thing in common--an adoption connection. Some, like the father of former basketball star Issac Berg, and myself, adopted children, many internationally. Others, like Paula Friedman of California, were birthparents. Still others were themselves adopted as children. It is a privilege to have my work included in this edition, whose writers hail from many racial and religious backgrounds, yet sing in chorus: We can all learn from one another, and from the adoption experience. Alyssa A. Lappen

If you are looking for a poignant collection of stories, poems and letters about the adoption experience, look no further. TOUCHED BY ADOPTION is guaranteed to touch your soul.

Similar to the CHICKEN SOUP books in tone and texture, TOUCHED BY ADOPTION focuses on every possible angle of adoption. It is one of my favorite books, one I will read over and over.

As a published author, I am picky about the books I endorse. This emotion-packed anthology is well worth adding to your library.

As the author of four poems in this anthology, I can now say that I don't feel alone anymore. Each poem, each story I read, I am compelled to read a second time. Every time I pick up this book, it feels like I'm picking up a part of my life. I recommend this book to anyone ready to delve into the heart of adoption.

As an adoptive aunt, I found this book compelling reading. More important, my adopted niece recognized herself within the pages and was moved by the experience. This was a perfect gift for Patty, and I highly recommend it to others!

Terryl Paiste, Fairfax, Virginia

Creates a wide range of emotions. I find that I want to read just one story and ponder it for a while before reading the next one. They are all so moving! Many will be blessed by Touched By Adoption.

Something for everyone touched by adoption ... wide appeal because of varied points of view

I read this book over Christmas and found it to be in keeping with the season. I enjoyed the poetry and the story "Stupid" by Sarah Freligh. I recommend this book for everyone!

Having suffered abandonment as a child...along with many of the contributing writers in TOUCHED BY ADOPTION; I felt the anguish while reading the poems and essays which brilliantly express the loneliness and pain which so many orphans experience. This collection should be read by orphans and anyone thinking of adopting. It is a revelation to find so many who are able to write of the deep emotions connected with the giving up or taking in of another human being. Kudos to Nancy A. Robinson who so valiantly collected and edited this powerful study.
William R. Holman. (Roger Bechan) THE ORPHANS' NINE COMMANDMENTS. TCU Press. 2007.