All Those Pieces is a memoir based on a speech-language pathologist's experiences working with developmentally-disabled adults. In the book, the author shares the stories of a number of individuals who have been diagnosed wtih both developmental and mental impairments. Light is shed on the specific issues such people deal with daily. The stories are sometimes sad and tragic, making you cry, but at other times enormously triumphant and inspirational, causing you to both laugh and cheer. This book leaves readers with much more compassionate hearts towards all.
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A Memoir by
Jessica Wisley
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Reviews
Engaging and illuminating.
A great read for anyone desiring to learn more about individuals with developmental disabilities. Truly made me laugh and cry and was a reminder of what it means to be human. Highly recommend!
KARI SWIMLINE,
AMAZON REVIEWER
Buy this one. It's real.
I enjoyed the whole book from beginning to end. It was very exciting. I couldn't wait for the next paragraph. These are real stories and they are nice to hear.
SAMUEL P. BARONE,
AMAZON REVIEWER
Sad and uplifting at
the same time.
People who do the work Jessica did are angels here on earth. I would recommend the book to anyone who has ever loved a challenged person or their special caretakers, or anyone looking to increase their empathy for and understanding of this amazing group of people.
JOHN MCSWEENEY, AMAZON REVIEWER
About the Author
Jessica Wisley is a speech-language pathologist residing in upstate New York. She received her master's degree at Buffalo State College and also holds college degrees from the Pennsylvania State University and Troy State University. Jessica spent twenty of her twenty-two year speech pathologist career working with developmentally-disabled adults.
She is also retired from the United States Air Force. In addition to writing, she enjoys traveling and learning Spanish. All Those Pieces is her first book. Jessica lives with her husband Nick and their cats.