Author Hilary Tharp’s New Book, “Dear Jason,” is a Touching and Potent Story About a Woman Learning to Move on After the Birth of Her Baby and the Loss of Her Husband
New York, NY, March 10, 2023 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– Hilary Tharp has completed her new book, “Dear Jason”: a power and emotional depiction of the grief one experiences when they lose their partner.
“Dear Jason, Today was the day. I knew it was coming. We talked about this day for months, but I cannot move. I don’t want to think, but my thoughts are filled with you. I guess this is normal, but I don’t feel normal. I feel nothing. Empty. I want God to bring you back. I want everything back to the way it was before. We were so levelheaded and calm when we talked about this day, but now I am filled with sadness, grief, and rage—rage because there was nothing I could do to stop this! I am just going to sit here by myself and wallow,” writes author Hilary Tharp in the opening letter of the novel.
Published by Hawes & Jenkins Publishing, Hilary Tharp’s heartrending tale follows Carolyn as she struggles with grief following the loss of her college sweetheart, Jason. Jason never meets his child, and Carolyn must learn to cope with her new life as a single mom.
Carolyn realizes that she has to move to make room for the baby, but she does not want to leave the home where she made so many memories with the love of her life.
Readers who wish to experience this moving work can purchase “Dear Jason” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or media inquiries, contact Hawes & Jenkins at 888-430-7450.
Author Denise A. Powis’s New Book, “Just be Yourself and No One Else!” Follows Three Punctuation Marks Who Try to Change Who They Are But Simply Cause Confusion
Copenhagen, NY, October 07, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– Denise A. Powis, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who enjoys painting, inventing, writing, and gardening, has completed her new book, “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!”: a heartfelt story that follows three punctuation marks who discover the importance of being true to themselves and what they do best.
In 2005, author Denise Powis received a bachelor of science degree from Empire State College, and she has worked for many years in the helping professions as a certified nursing assistant, home health aide, and substitute teacher for special education classes. At the present time, she teaches a Bible study/support group for women. In 1979, she won a 17 Islands National sailboat race.
In “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!”, readers are introduced to a period, an exclamation point, and a question mark who all long for a change of pace and decide to switch places one day. However, they soon discover they are not well suited for performing their new roles, and decide that they were made perfect for their original purpose.
Published by Hawes & Jenkins Publishing, Denise A. Powis’s engaging tale will delight readers of all ages as they discover the importance of accepting one’s self and being true to who they really are. With colorful artwork and a powerful life lesson, “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!” will help boost confidence amongst young readers, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page.
Readers who wish to experience this riveting work can purchase “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or media inquiries, contact Hawes & Jenkins at 888-430-7450.
The release of Magical Musical Memories aligns with research indicating music’s capacity to reduce stress and rekindle recollection among people living with dementia. It also echoes widely shared experiences—from football legend Sir Alex Ferguson to the family of singer Tony Christie—of music’s unique ability to unlock the past.
Inside the Community Spirit
“From the songs that we danced to at our first school dance, to the albums that became the soundtrack of our lives, each memory is a testament to the moments that have defined us,” said Helen Davies-Parsons, Chief Executive of Dormy Care Communities. “Music can transport us back to a specific time and place. Through these recollections, memories will now live on.”
How to Buy the Book—and Support Local Charities
The coffee-table style book is priced at £15. Copies can be purchased by contacting any of the five homes directly; card payments can be taken over the phone and books can be posted. A portion of every sale will be donated to local charities.
