Susan Burton

One woman’s remarkable odyssey from tragedy to prison to recovery—and recognition as a leading figure in the national justice reform movementSusan Burton’s world changed in an instant when her five-year-old son was killed by a van on their street in South Los Angeles. Consumed by grief and without access to professional help, Susan self-medicated, becoming addicted first to cocaine, then crack. As a resident of South L.A., an impoverished black community under siege by the War on Drugs, it was but a matter of time before Susan was arrested. She cycled in and out of prison for fifteen years; never was she offered therapy or treatment for addiction. On her own, she eventually found a private drug rehabilitation facility.Once clean, Susan dedicated her life to supporting women facing similar struggles. She began by greeting women as they took their first steps of freedom, welcoming them into her home, providing a space of safety and community. Her organization, A New Way of Life, now operates five safe homes in Los Angeles that supply a lifeline to hundreds of formerly incarcerated women and their children—setting them on the track to education and employment rather than returns to prison. Susan is now nationally known as an advocate for restoring basic civil and human rights to those who have served time. Ms. Burton not only humanizes the deleterious impact of mass incarceration, it also points the way to the kind of structural and policy changes that will offer formerly incarcerated people the possibility of a life of meaning and dignity.

Strange things are happening in Muriel Grayson’s safe and plodding routine of eat-sleep-work-repeat! Not just strange. Unusual. Transforming. She’s hearing the clarion call of adventure.Leaving her job and old name behind, she revisits a dream of becoming an archaeologist by applying to attend a summer dig in coastal Yorkshire. Led by the British poster boy for archaeology, Jack Shepherd, the dig is trying to locate a bronze age burial site. The newly named Samantha Grayson arrives on site and is immediately at odds with Jack Shepherd over the dig location.Through studying local folklore, myth and legend, Samantha’s adventure becomes a personal odyssey, an obsession to find the burial site on her own. Along the way, she makes new friends and finds allies in her quest, uncovers her courage and self-belief, and undergoes emotional shifts and spiritual experiences so profound and closely entwined that she no longer sees any separation between them.And on one truly magical afternoon, amongst the sand dunes, the truth is revealed.

Young Savannah tells the story of her truck-driving aunt. While children are enjoying the combination of photos and illustrations, they will be learning about trucks, truck drivers, and the important contributions they make to our daily lives.

Introducing "Mother's Day Beyond Motherhood" - a captivating and inspiring book that celebrates the true essence of motherhood and goes beyond the conventional understanding of this timeless role. Written by the talented author, Susan Burton, this book is a heartfelt tribute to the joys and challenges of motherhood and explores the many facets of a mother's life beyond her role as a caregiver. This book talks about Tips on How your Mom can be physically and mentally ill, it's a must-read for every mother who wants to embrace her identity, creativity, and purpose beyond motherhood. As a mother of two, Susan Burton understands the complexities of motherhood and the need for balance and self-care. In this book, she shares her personal experiences and insights, providing readers with a relatable and authentic perspective on motherhood. Her writing is warm, engaging, and inspiring, encouraging readers to explore their own passions and interests outside of the traditional motherhood mold. In addition to the compelling content, "Mother's Day Beyond Motherhood" also comes with special features and bonuses. These include inspirational quotes and affirmations to uplift and motivate them along the way. Whether you're a new mother or a seasoned pro, "Mother's Day Beyond Motherhood" is the perfect gift for yourself or any mother in your life. So, celebrate the true essence of motherhood with this captivating book and discover the joys and possibilities that await you beyond motherhood.

Moving to York should have been her happily ever after. Instead, Samantha Grayson finds both her marriage and sanity being jeopardised by the past.The Bronze Age woman she discovered last year, somehow communicates with her. Named Moira by her husband, archaeologist Jack Shepherd, this woman even claims to be her ancestor. Is it madness or is it magic? Moira is like a splinter in her mind, constantly itching.On the final leg of her honeymoon, Samantha visits the Les Combarelles cave system. In the darkness she finds more than mysterious, compelling art. Moira is there, inviting her to step into adventure. From within the depths of the mountain Samantha is thrust into Moira’s world.Her journey from the mundane to the sacred will change her on every level and alter her ideas about the nature of reality.And it will also cause a rift between herself and Jack that seems irrevocable.

Samantha Shepherd is once again setting out on a to prove that she lived her Bronze Age ancestor’s life, which would also validate her theories about her ancestor’s origins. And she is leaving her husband, Jack Shepherd, behind. Literally.With very little to go on, other than instinct and Moira’s oblique references, Samantha looks for the Star Circle, an ancient stone temple, and the living descendants of Moira’s son, Niall Torren. Following a trail that has been cold for thousands of years, she once again finds help as she travels to the Netherlands, a magical Yorkshire farm, Norway and a small village in the Cotswolds.Back home, archaeologist Jack Shepherd has his own problems to deal with. The past has come back to haunt him in a very tangible way, kickstarting him on a journey through his own personal history; some of it hundreds of years old, some of it more recent. He needs to talk to Samantha and keeps asking himself the same three questions - will she come home? WIll she support his new business?And most important of all, will she accept his son?