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In a stunning work of insight and hope, New York Times bestselling author Wally Lamb once again reveals his unmatched talent for finding humanity in the lost and lonely and celebrates the transforming power of the written word.
For several years, Lamb has taught writing to a group of women prisoners at York Correctional Institution in Connecticut. In this unforgettable collection, the women of York describe in their own words how they were imprisoned by abuse, rejection, and their own self-destructive impulses long before they entered the criminal justice system. Yet these are powerful stories of hope and healing, told by writers who have left victimhood behind.
In his moving introduction, Lamb describes the incredible journey of expression and self-awareness the women took through their writing and shares how they challenged him as a teacher and as a fellow author. Couldn't Keep It to Myself is a true testament to the process of finding oneself and working toward a better day.
About the Author
Wally Lamb is the beloved author of She's Come Undone and I Know This Much Is True. Both books were Oprah's Book Club selections and number one New York Times bestsellers. Lamb is the volunteer facilitator of a writing workshop at York correctional Institution and is currently at work on his third novel. He lives in Connecticut with his wife, Christine, and their three sons.
THE TOY DEPARTMENT AT THE DURABLE STORE SOLD two blackboards. Read the first page
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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close to home-literally,
By amylibby (Small town in Souteastern CT United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Couldn't Keep It To Myself: Testimonies from Our Imprisoned Sisters (Paperback)
I live about fifteen minutes from York and work at a halfway house for drug addicted women trying to get their lives back on track and many of our clients come from this prison...point being I obviously could not wait to read this book. I was not disappointed-it is uplifting and heartwrenching- it teaches compassion and shows these are women are HUMAN BEINGS not just criminals. I am glad Mr. Lamb started this writing program at the prison and that despite the efforts of some to shut it down it continues to thrive. For those who didn't like the book I can only say that you must have a very closed heart to not find any connection with any of these women...should we feel sorry for them, forgive their crimes? No-but should we be able to show some some compassion for those that may have had less than "wonderful" lives? Yes! Not everyone can have as horrible a life as some of these women and then simply pull themselves up by there bootstraps and live a "normal", happy, problem free life! Another reviewer said that it was like reading essays written by kids in grade school or some such nonesense...one must remember when reading this book most-although certainly not all-of the women who were contributers did not complete school and have not had much in the way of formal education-compassion for others is a beautiful quality-may this book help us all to cultivate that trait a bit more in our daily existence.
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Couldn't Keep it to Myself,
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This review is from: Couldn't Keep It To Myself: Testimonies from Our Imprisoned Sisters (Paperback)
This is a gripping book.These women have been to hell and back and recount their stories in a riveting way that keeps you turning the pages. You can also feel and see Wally Lamb's style in the prose as he has helped these women bring their stories to life in such a brilliant way.
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Wally Lamb does it again!,
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This review is from: Couldn't Keep It To Myself: Testimonies from Our Imprisoned Sisters (Paperback)
An excellent collection of stories written by women in prison. Some of the stories are heartbreaking and sad, not taking you into the criminal activity but the family life and childhood of these women. Well written and deeply felt, as only Wally Lamb can do with his books. Diana
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