Survivors Share #MeToo Stories in YOU ARE NOT ALONE

Summary

The website details the release of "You Are Not Alone," a book by Jyssica Schwartz that compiles #MeToo stories to support the movement and serve as a resource for victims and caregivers.

Abstract

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: "You Are Not Alone," a compilation of personal stories from 55 global survivors of sexual abuse and assault, has been released by best-selling author Jyssica Schwartz. The book aims to amplify the voices of those affected and contribute to the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements. In conjunction with the book's release during Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month, a Twitter account @WeTooBook has been launched along with a blog post by Schwartz discussing the book's inspiration. The early success of the book has led to hundreds of downloads, positive reviews, and a presence on Amazon's bestsellers list. 10% of the book's sales will benefit RAINN, the largest anti-sexual violence organization in the nation. The book has been praised by clinicians and victims alike, with one therapist highlighting its potential to inspire compassion and change in intimate connections.

Opinions

Jyssica Schwartz expresses hope that the collective stories of survivors will be heard and inspire change, stating, "The early reactions give me hope..."
Contributors are described as mothers, daughters, and sons from around the world, ranging in age from 14 to 72, united in their refusal to be silenced.
Dr. Paul L. Hokemeyer commends the book for bringing "the possibility of survival home," and suggests it should inspire us all to become more compassionate.
The book has received early acclaim, being called "beautiful," "heartbreaking," and an "essential" resource for clinicians and victims.

Press Release — 4/9/2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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April 9th, 2018 (NEW YORK) — In You Are Not Alone, best-selling author Jyssica Schwartz shares stories from survivors of sexual abuse and assault around the world. Giving these once silenced victims a voice, the contributors hope to further fuel the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements, while serving as a resource for victims, their loved ones and clinicians providing care.

Additionally, in conjunction with April‘s Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month (#SAAPM), a new Twitter profile, @WeTooBook has launched, with a companion blog from Schwartz on the book’s inspiration out now.

Early word of mouth drove hundreds of book downloads and a sell-out early printing, earning a surprise presence on Amazon’s bestselling new books lists. Stellar early reviews call the collection “beautiful” and “heartbreaking,” while one doctor called it “an essential new resource for clinicians and victims.”

“The early reactions give me hope that the voices of these 55 survivors are heard loud and clear,” said Schwartz. “They are mothers, daughters and sons from all over the world, ranging in age from 14 to 72, refusing to be silenced. Bringing their stories together I hope to realize their collective desire to comfort others, raise awareness and stir further action to stop sexual violence and abuse.”

In honor of the contributors, 10% of book sales will benefit RAINN, the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization.

“In a world of aggression, violence and betrayal, ‘You Are Not Alone’ serves as a campfire around which we can gather, united in our commitment to alter the trajectory of sexual violence,” shared Dr. Paul L. Hokemeyer, internationally renowned clinical and consulting psychotherapist. “For many suffering in silence, this collection will bring the possibility of survival home, and should inspire us all to become more compassionate and evolved in our intimate connections.”

You Are Not Alone is available now on Amazon in paperback and for Kindle.

About the Author

Jyssica Schwartz is an entrepreneur, writer, editor, cat lover, weirdo and optimist. In addition to curating the stories of You Are Not Alone, she is the author of Write. Get Paid. Repeat., a guide to being a successful freelance writer. Follow the author on Twitter and Medium.

This press release was created and sent out by Joshua Lamont, CEO of JRL Strategies on April 9, 2018 and is also available to view here.