| Bernice Jepson |
Hello, Am a newly published author whose book deals with child abuse, child molestation, and domestic violence. I have gotten two national endorsements for my book; one is from the National Organization for Missing and Exploited Children the Jacob Wetter ling Foundation, a copy of my book will be going into their library for recommended reading. And the second is from the National Defense Foundation for Children USA. I have several personal endorsements for my book, to name a couple; one is from the prominent Dr. Robert Stone the leading PT-SD expert in the United States, and a news reporter Jana Shortal from KARE 11 in North Dakota. I have heard from as far away as Israel with a positive endorsement from a Mrs. Modai and she is with an organization called WIZO which takes a stand against domestic abuse issues. I have had interviews with 3 different newspapers during the month of Oct 2004. I finished two radio interviews both are on the air now. One is with WWJC out of Duluth Minnesota which aired Dec 3rd. and one with Hiyaah Power Inc. from Richmond Virginia which aired Dec 9th and is able to be heard at this link, my book will be on their website with ordering information "http://www.christianserver.com/voffice/files_file_stream.asp?fileid=839.
I’m now writing for the Ohio Homicide Victims Organization on a regular basis as a writer. They also have my book listed on their website .I’m on the Peace Clinic’s websites with my text. I will be working with a local organization that deals with abuse issues as an advocate and that is with the Lakes Crisis Center in Detroit Lakes Minnesota. I hope to be a presenter at their annual fund raiser V-Day in March. There can not be enough light shone on this subject. One of the nicest things that has happened in connection with my book is the fact my text has made it on the website for the organization Silent Witness which was founded by the late Sheila Wellstone, wife of the late Senator Paul Wellstone. The senator and his wife if you did not catch it on the news, they both were killed in a plane crash. My book is listed with Barnes and Noble, Amazon. Com and can be found on an additional 23 sites. This text has just been released. I know I have something pretty special or I wouldn't have all these endorsements from well known people willing to put their names on it. One person can make a difference and I won’t quit trying till I do. I’m looking for ways to promote my book and get my mission going and that is prevention of abuse. I look forward to your reply.Bernice Jepson - Author of "I’m not that way anymore" Publish America 2004
16117 440th Ave Frazee MN 56544
218-334-4284
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Endorsements -
"A frank and honest look at a life many would stay in denial over. This book may be of hope to others who have gone through dark periods in their lives through abusive parents or other factors. Read this and see that you're not alone - and what you can do about it." - Craig McGill, author of Do No Harm: Munchasen Syndrome by Proxy
I'm Not That Way Anymore
Bernice Ann Jepson My work in this area is to be a voice for all victims. There is no greater voice then those who are the ones who have experienced what I can only seek to express on their behalf.
Bernice Jepson's words convey perfectly the pain that we as
advocates seek to protect children from. Within her words that she has taken great courage to share, is the reason why.
Her book is a light for all who need to know that there is both hope and healing in such courage and I highly recommend her wisdom to anyone seeking to understand.
Denise Marhoefer The Defense Foundation for children USA In a caring heart it is the silent cries that are heard the loudest~DM2003
Dear Bernice, Let me start by applauding your bravery to put your story on paper. It is obvious that a great deal of soul searching and thought went into your work. I hope it was a healing process as you put it all together. JWF does have a resource library that victim families can access if they would like to borrow materials about sexual abuse and abduction. If you would like to donate a hard copy of your book, I can add it to the library for families to check out. May peace be yours on your journey. Alison Feigh Case Mgr, Missing & Exploited Children Jacob Wetterling Foundation 2314 University Ave. West, Suite 14 St. Paul, MN 55114-1862 [P] 651-714-HOPE [4673] [F] 651-714-9098 Dear Bernice: Yes, I just finished it. You have a powerful voice and story to tell. The story of your son's death and your grief was well-told. You also have a good eye for the telling detail. I can understand your anxious desire to be heard and I hope you are. Dan Domike - Prominent book retailer.
Bernice,
Thank you for sending your book. I am also a publisher, and read it with interest.
Dr. Stone - DrStone@TRUTHABOUTPTSD.COM
From: "Shortal, Jana"
Date: Tue, 12 Oct 2004 12:58:58 -0500
To: "Bernice Jepson"
Subject: RE: Copy of book.I did and read it over the weekend...very powerful and well done. I am
keeping your contact info in my file in case we do have a chance to get
it into a news story. At this time I can't tell you we will or will not, a
news event would have to occur that would make it relevant to do a story
on...nevertheless it is very good and I wish you well .
Jana
DR ROBERT RICH M.Sc., Ph.D.
WRITER AND EDITOR
L. P.O. Box 214 Healesville 3777 Victoria, Australia Phone (03) 5962 3875 ABN 82 164 557 417
email: bobrich@bobswriting.com web site: http://bobswriting.com
31st October, 2004
Dear Bernice,
Clearly, your story is well worth the telling. There are lessons in your book that many people need, and I want to help you to get the message out. Society has a crying need for the kinds of changes you personally managed to achieve. It is not right for one person to mistreat abuse and traumatize another, and it is particularly wrong for a parent to do that to his own child.
I hope your story will be part of the push toward a saner society.
Dear Ms. Jepson, I have reviewed your book and found it to be a compelling story. My suggestion would be to continue to offer it to outlets like the Center for Missing and Exploited Children, as a resource. As far as commercial sales - I would not be able to comment on that outside of your publisher. It seems that the message is so specific - it ought to be tailored to those who need to read such an account, right here, right now. My advice would be to make sure organizations which deal with all the things you have gone through in your life - are aware that your story is out there - and that you could make copies available. They could then offer them online - or through their organization. I used to do certain types of video tapes and sent them to store where I knew I would get the specific target audience. I wasn't looking to make money - just get the story out to those who would appreciate it and be meaningful to. Please let me know the other reception you have received. Dick Russ
Managing Editor
WKYC-TV (NBC)
Cleveland, Ohio
216-344-3410
DickRuss@wkyc.com
Dear Mrs. Jepson, I wish to confirm receipt of your email message.
The endorsements that you attached were very interesting and this subject
Is indeed a world wide phenomenon. Our Organization deals with these
Problematic issues that you write about. I have tried to purchase your
Book here in Israel, but was not successful. I have spoken to my American
Colleagues who said that they had read it and it was excellent.
I wish you lots of success. Honorary President World WIZO
WIZO: Women's International Zionist Organization for an Improved
Israeli Society
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Book to Help Child Abuse Victims called I'm not that way anymore, written by Bernice Jepson
The PeaceClinic
"World Peace Begins At Home" Date: 11-18-2004
To: Kerry Museus
Subject: Bernice Jepson
Hi Kerry,
You are in total alignment with the goals of the PeaceClinic!
Thank you for your continued work as an advocate for abused and neglected people with no voice in the world. Looks like you have found a special new author in Minnesota. I must get the book myself.
Please feel free to send my thanks to the Bernice Jepson and let her know I will follow through with all of your suggestions in these memos to promote her mission and her book. I will work with you this week.
Love and Peace,
Chloe
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To: 'Bernice Jepson'
Subject: RE: Author on abuse please read.
Date: Sun, 19 Dec 2004 09:25:27 +0200
Dear Mrs. Jepson, I tried to get the book publishers,
But got their internet page with no contact address.
Mrs. Modai read your book and said it was very
Interesting and important but
Since WIZO is working on prevention of domestic
violence and battered women,
We have a great deal of material in Hebrew which is
being distributed in this country.
We will not undertake to translate a
book such as yours. She
Thanks you very much for sending it to her, and she
Is giving it to the
Special committee for prevention of violence.
Mrs. Modai wishes you lots of success and all the
Best
Carmella, Secretary to Mrs. Modai (she is not in
The office now and wont be
Back till mid January)
Bernice, Thanks so much for writing to Silent Witness about your new book on
child abuse and domestic violence. It seems that you have some wonderful interest and that many people will read it. I'm pleased that you had the courage
to write this book we all need to hear the stories and find ways to heal
these difficult family issues. We will put an announcement of your book along with the web contacts in our newsletter. I hope it helps you reach a larger audience. Thanks again for contacting us - Janet Hagberg
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