Adoption & Fostering

A powerful, intimate memoir of Eritrean-British journalist, Hannah Azieb-Pool, who returns to Eritrea at the age of 30 to meet her family for the first time.What a story. So vivid, honest and moving' Andrea Levy, author of Small Island'When I stepped off...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781905664351Author Renee WolfsFormat PaperbackPage Count 250Imprint British Association for Adoption and Fostering (BAAF)Publisher CoramBAAFWeight(grams)...

If You are Thinking of Becoming a Gay Dad, or if You are Already a Gay Dad This Book is for You!Are you ready to have kids? More and more gay men are turning to adoption and surrogacy to start their own families. An estimated two million American LBGTQ...

A story of love tested to its limits by moral dilemmas, and the beauty and fragility of childhood friendships.1964 — Karachi, Pakistan. Rozeena will lose her home, her parents’ safe haven since fleeing India and the terrors of Partition, if her medical...

Takes the first in-depth look at the New York City adoption agency that separated twins and triplets in the 1960s, and the controversial and disturbing study that tracked the children's development while never telling their adoptive parents that they...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781579548667Author KAREN J. FOLIFormat PaperbackPage Count 256Imprint Rodale PressPublisher Rodale PressWeight(grams) 1gDimensions(mm) 1mm * 1mm * 1mm

Belfast, 1944: American soldier James McCann meets the beautiful and impetuous Rose Rafferty. They fall in love, but their romance is forbidden - and war separates them. Boston, present day: James's children are celebrating his life when they find a...

Based on a hugely successful US model, the Seven Core Issues in Adoption is the first conceptual framework of its kind to offer a unifying lens that was inclusive of all individuals touched by the adoption experience. The Seven Core Issues are Loss,...

Combining cutting-edge neuroscience with attachment theory, this book shows how adoptive parents can help their traumatised child develop. It looks at the many different factors that can manifest in trauma, and how parents should respond to them.About...

'Touching, tender . . . filled with wonderful humour' Sarah Haywood'A very special book' Katie FfordeThe Sunday Times bestselling novel, perfect for fans of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine and The Rosie Project.My name is Hope Nicely. Why am I...

Adopted children who have experienced loss, abuse or neglect need additional support for their emotional development, and are more likely to have special educational needs. This useful resource provides a complete plan for creating adoption-friendly...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781739683306Author Martyn BradleyFormat PaperbackPage Count 256Imprint Wellington BooksPublisher Wellington BooksWeight(grams) 281gDimensions(mm) 203mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781903699676Author Megan HirstFormat PaperbackPage Count 104Imprint British Association for Adoption and Fostering (BAAF)Publisher CoramBAAFWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781956452327Author Michael HawkesFormat PaperbackPage Count 266Imprint Central Park South PublishingPublisher Central Park South PublishingWeight(grams)...

Social workers are constantly making decisions under pressure. How do policy, law, research and theory influence what they do? This important book provides the answers with a crystal-clear map of the field of social work with children and families. ...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781645030348Author Kristen MartinFormat HardbackPage Count 352Imprint Bold Type BooksPublisher Bold Type BooksWeight(grams) 544gDimensions(mm) 236mm * 157mm...

Zara H. Phillips seemed to live a charmed life - backing singer to the stars with an incredible career here and across the Atlantic - but her smile masked a difficult childhood and the reality that she was adopted as a baby in the 60s. Her life soon...

Required reading for adoptive families, those considering adoption, or professionals in the field. This practical, informative book covers topics of vital importance to adoptive parents with sensitivity and insight. The authors bring years of experience...

As a single 51-year-old woman, Elizabeth McDonnell had given up hope of ever becoming a mother. When she was approved to adopt ten-year-old Lara, a sweet and caring girl, it was a dream come true. Elizabeth knew that that her new daughter had had a...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781600062902Author Gregory KeckFormat PaperbackPage Count 304Imprint NavPress Publishing GroupPublisher NavPress Publishing Group

"If at all possible, send or take your household animals into the country in advance of an emergency. If you cannot place them in the care of neighbours, it really is kindest to have them destroyed."Joanna Ryan's father has gone off to war, leaving her...

Elijah, seven years old, is covered in scars and has a history of disruptive behaviour. His adoptive mother Nikki believes that she and her husband Obi are strong enough to accept his difficulties - and that being white will not affect her ability to...

Assessment and Intervention with Mothers and Partners Following Child Sexual Abuse provides child protection professionals with the guidance they need to make the right decisions in cases of suspected or proven sexual abuse and ensure the best outcome...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781641521789Author Jennifer BonicelliFormat PaperbackPage Count 182Imprint Rockridge PressPublisher Rockridge PressWeight(grams) 295gDimensions(mm) 208mm *...

Toddler Adoption looks at the unique joys and challenges of adopting and parenting a toddler. When a child aged is adopted between the ages of 12 to 36 months, they often show signs of cognitive and emotional immaturity, which can cause behavioral and...

From the New York Times and No. 1 international bestselling author of the million-copy selling Stark series, comes Anchor Me, the highly anticipated fourth novel in the fast-paced series including Release Me, Claim Me, and Complete Me. This sexy,...

'Caroline Bond has a gift for weaving heart-rending tales of impossible decisions' Amanda Brooke, author of The Bad MotherHow do you protect the ones you love from the secrets that hurt them most?____________________Cassie is adopted. She's never felt...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780989987370Author Kim FosterFormat PaperbackPage Count 120Imprint Inky's Nest PublishingPublisher Inky's Nest PublishingWeight(grams) 150gDimensions(mm)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780963648013Author Nancy N VerrierFormat PaperbackPage Count 506Imprint Verrier PublishingPublisher Verrier PublishingWeight(grams) 635gDimensions(mm) 224mm...

Liverpool, 1925: Can a chance meeting lead to a fresh start?Lillian Taylor dreams of a world beyond the locked gates of the convent orphanage. For ten years she has survived the hard faith of the Mother Superior, but the arrival of a glamorous visitor...

The BRAND NEW wartime saga from the much-loved author of THE TILBURY POPPIES. Perfect for fans of Annie Murray and Donna DouglasWill she sacrifice her dreams to care for her family?Essex, 1959.Keep the family together, that's what her old mum always said...

From the author of the 100,000 copy-selling rom-com, Love to Hate You! No one makes you laugh like Jo Watson!'I seriously could not stop from turning page after page of this book' Goodreads reviewerIf you love Sophie Ranald, Sophie Kinsella and Paige...

Nurturing Attachments Training Resource is a complete group-work programme containing everything you need to run training and support sessions for adoptive parents and foster or kinship carers. Based on attachment theory and developed by expert author...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsWinner of Books for a Better Life (Inspirational Memoir) 2004.Book InformationISBN 9781400081608Author Neely TuckerFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint Random House...

'What a read! I was hooked from the very first chapter! Chilling and terrifying, this is guaranteed to have your heart pounding the whole way through!' Netgalley reviewer, 5*****__ I told my daughter a terrible lie... ...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781907585067Author Jules BelleFormat PaperbackPage Count 130Imprint British Association for Adoption and Fostering (BAAF)Publisher CoramBAAFWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781910039236Author Julie SelwynFormat PaperbackPage Count 408Imprint British Association for Adoption and Fostering (BAAF)Publisher CoramBAAFWeight(grams)...

This book aims to share information about the experiences of birth parents and those currently working therapeutically with them, with the hope of promoting greater understanding and improved service development.With contributions from birth parents and...

'Exquisite... a deeply insightful memoir which charts our fundamental longings for place and identity, and ultimately our yearnings for love.' Helena Kennedy'Extremely moving...an unusually thoughtful take on becoming a mother, enabled by removing...

A GUARDIAN, SUNDAY TIMES, EVENING STANDARD AND COSMOPOLITAN BOOK OF THE YEAR'A jaw-dropping story, told deftly . . . a gripping, thought-provoking book' Sunday Times'A really engaging memoir about identity, race, family, secrets, lies and ultimately...