Books with author Jenny Brown

To be human is to be in relationships.We can’t survive without them but at the same time it’s in our relationships that we so easily come unravelled. Either we feel like we lose ourselves or we feel burnt out from unsuccessful efforts to make things right for another. It’s in our relationships that we can experience the very best of ourselves and the very worst.The message of ‘Growing Yourself Up’ is that you can’t separate understanding the individual from understanding relationships; they go hand in hand. All of life’s relationships are integral to increasing self-awareness and growing maturity — and it’s not necessarily the comfortable ones that promote personal growth!Drawing from Bowen family systems theory, this book takes you on a journey through each stage of life to see the predictable patterns of relationships and to show you how to use this knowledge to make purposeful adjustments in yourself. The result, though certainly not a quick fix, is a sturdier self, sturdier relationships and a refreshing new way of viewing life’s challenges and opportunities.Jenny Brown is the founder and director of the Family Systems Institute in Sydney, Australia, where she has a counselling practice and trains mental health professionals and organisations. She has trained and earned academic awards at the University of Sydney and Columbia University, New York. Additionally, Jenny has completed many years of post-graduate education in systems approaches to counselling at Relationships Australia, Sydney; the Family Institute of Westchester, New York; and the Tavistock and Portman in London. Jenny lives in Sydney with her husband and two dogs and enjoys keeping in touch with her important relationships, in particular her two adult daughters as they make their way in the world.'This book is an excellent resource for those interested in pursuing greater emotional maturity in their relationships (and those learning to help others to do so). In short, a wonderfully clear, thoughtful and engaging read. I recommend it highly.' — Elizabeth A. Skowron, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Counseling Psychology, Pennyslvania State University

For readers of Marieke Nijkamp's This Is Where It Ends, a powerful and timely contemporary classic about the aftermath of a school shooting. Five months ago, Valerie Leftman's boyfriend, Nick, opened fire on their school cafeteria. Shot trying to stop him, Valerie inadvertently saved the life of a classmate, but was implicated in the shootings because of the list she helped create. A list of people and things she and Nick hated. The list he used to pick his targets. Now, after a summer of seclusion, Val is forced to confront her guilt as she returns to school to complete her senior year. Haunted by the memory of the boyfriend she still loves and navigating rocky relationships with her family, former friends, and the girl whose life she saved, Val must come to grips with the tragedy that took place and her role in it, in order to make amends and move on with her life. Jennifer Brown's critically acclaimed novel now includes the bonus novella Say Something, another arresting Hate List story.

To be human is to be in relationships. We can't survive without them but at the same time it's in our relationships that we so easily come unravelled. There are certain relationships that seem to just do us in. Either we feel like we lose ourselves or we feel burnt out from unsuccessful efforts to make things right for another. In our relationships we can experience the very best of ourselves and the very worst. Most psychological approaches to building resilience focus on the individual -- the individual mind, emotions and experiences.The message of Growing Yourself Up, however, is that you can't separate understanding the individual from understanding relationships; they go hand in hand.All of life's relationships are integral to increasing self-awareness and growing maturity -- and it's not necessarily the comfortable relationships that promote personal growth.Drawing from Bowen family systems theory, this book takes you on a journey through each stage of life to see the predictable patterns of relationships and to show how to use this knowledge to make purposeful adjustments in yourself. The result, though certainly not a quick fix, is a sturdier self, sturdier relationships and a refreshing new way of viewing life's challenges and opportunities.

The Jackalope's attitude is generally pretty grumpy. In fact, Jackalopes are not just not nice, they are downright inconsiderate. This story follows these unruly animals through their day-to-day and explains why everyone should just steer clear of Jackalopes. This funny story goes beyond teaching lessons on politeness and teaches that everyone ought to be aware of each other, and considerate too!

He told me he loved me and I believed him. When Alex falls for the charming new boy at school, Cole -- a handsome, funny sports star who adores her -- she can't believe she's finally found her soul mate . . . someone who truly loves and understands her. At first, Alex is blissfully happy. Sure, Cole seems a little jealous of her relationship with her close friend Zack, but what guy would want his girlfriend spending all her time with another boy? As the months pass, though, Alex can no longer ignore Cole's small put-downs, pinches, and increasingly violent threats.As Alex struggles to come to terms with the sweet boyfriend she fell in love with and the boyfriend whose "love" she no longer recognizes, she is forced to choose -- between her "true love" and herself.

In the second book of the suspenseful Shade Me trilogy, perfect for fans of Sara Shepard's Pretty Little Liars and Kimberly McCreight's The Outliers, Nikki Kill becomes embroiled in another mystery with the gorgeous Detective Martinez when she discovers that the Hollises are trying frame her for the murder of Peyton Hollis—and only her synesthesia can help her unravel the dark truth.Nikki Kill didn't realize that trying to find out who killed Peyton Hollis would tangle her in a web of dangerous family secrets that would rock her identity to the core. But now that Nikki knows the truth, the all-powerful Hollises want to frame her for Peyton's murder. And now Nikki's only chance at escaping the cold black bars of prison or the crimson grip of death is teaming up with the enigmatic Detective Martinez and relying on an ever-shifting kaleidoscope of clues...

Fans of Pretty Little Liars, look no further for your new favorite chilling mystery: the Shade Me series by acclaimed author Jennifer Brown. This last book in a popular trilogy is a nail-biting, not-to-be-missed finale that will leave readers breathless.Nikki Kill doesn’t see the world in black and white. Her synesthesia shades everything in view, transforming numbers, words, and emotions into colorful clues. Which means she’s a dangerous commodity to anyone with something to hide.Nikki has already taken on the Hollises—one of L.A.’s most powerful families—for murdering her half sister, Peyton. However, Nikki’s next steps are clouded by the gray of uncertainty. Before she knows it, Nikki is on the trail of a cold case that couldn’t be any more personal—the death of her mother.But when the web of lies and secrets she uncovers leads back to the people who have tried to silence her, Nikki must pursue the sunbeam gold of justice, or everything—including her life—will be lost.

After defeating Power Academy twice, Poppy's ready to kick back and relax! But when Logan finds a mysterious note from his parents, Poppy and her crew spring into action.This time, the search takes Poppy, Logan, Ellie, Sam, and Mark beyond NOVA and into the real world, where everyone is powerless and everything they know it about to be challenged. If Poppy can help Logan find his parents, they'll finally get answers about NOVA, cusp powers, and how it all started. But someone has secretly followed them, and he will go to great lengths to destroy anyone or anything that could expose him. Soon, Poppy will learn she may be more connected to NOVA's origins than anyone could ever imagine, and now, they're running out of time. If only there were more hours in a day.

HEAVEN is a children's picture book exploring a way to talk to kid's about heaven. It is for kid's about heaven. The emphasis is on the scripture that talks about heaven and keeps the outline short.There are several books that are best sellers on this subject but this book is for the little one to sit on a parents lap and for the parent to open the conversation about heaven. A few pictures to add to a young mind. I have tried not to put too much information in this book and keep it simple.

( Bedtime Story: Bennett and the Best Birthday Ever Picture book story for young kids. Bennett the puppy is very excited. Today is his birthday! But he quickly realizes that everyone seems to have forgotten about his birthday—even his very best friends.)Bedtime Story: Bennett and the Best Birthday Ever Picture book story for young kids. Bennett the puppy is very excited. Today is his birthday! But he quickly realizes that everyone seems to have forgotten about his birthday—even his very best friends. By the end of the afternoon, Bennett feels so sad and lonely that he leaves a note explaining that he is running away from home. Little does he know that all his friends have been busy planning a surprise party for him. But without Bennett around, how can they celebrate? Will Bennett’s friends find him in time to for the party? Or will this really, truly be Bennett’s worst birthday ever? Bennett is usually a happy, energetic puppy who enjoys spending time with his friends, Bennett feels sad and lonely for much of the story. Even the youngest of readers will recognize Bennett’s tendency to feel sorry for himself and his impulsive hastiness in making the decision to run away, but even so, the main character is likable and relatable throughout the story, and readers can’t help but sympathize with him when he feels sad, and cheer with him at the story’s happy conclusion. Bennett’s has tan fur, a white tummy, and an energetic fluffy tail.