The bell rings
Class is in session
The chalkboard is wiped clean,
ready for today’s lesson
One student is late and not seated at the table
She’s diving in and out of currents of circumstances,
trying to steady herself toward the shore
She arrives late with the weight of the world as her backpack,
ready to give her pain away to part with her problem
But Compassion, her teacher, offers a better solution
~By A.C.
Book Blurb
Life couldn’t be sweeter for ten-year-old Sasha…
She’s the darling of her fifth grade class and her best friend always has her back… just like a sister. But simmering beneath the beautiful life are the dark secrets her parents harbor, secrets that slowly wind their way around the heart of the family, choking the life from Sasha. Helpless, afraid and alone, she fights the only way she can, but her desperate quest for survival could lead to her own destruction!
It Takes a Fool explores the darkest depths of poverty, addiction and bullying, and how even the innocence of a child can be twisted into something monstrous. Sasha will do all she can to survive a nightmare she can’t wake up from, but in protecting herself, she might just destroy everyone around her.
Meet Author Sasha Dreams
Bio
Sasha believes wholeheartedly that writing is healing. At times throughout her writing process it was painful, but now that the tears have dried and the past forgiven a horribly beautiful story has emerged. Follow Sasha on her journey as a writer, business woman, wife, daughter, sister, mother, and friend. Watch as her dreams come true.
Q & A with Sasha Dreams
What did you do before becoming a writer? How has your career path led to or shaped your writing career?
I currently work in serving my community. I am sure that my career path has shaped my writing by allowing me to stay connected with our youth. I feel I was able to connect with my inner child more because I am surrounded by our youth daily. It Takes A Fool is told from my ten year old self but is appropriate for middle school aged children starting in the eighth grade.
Why did you write It Takes a Fool?
I wrote It Takes A Fool to heal from my past. This story has been brewing inside of me for over 25 years. It was ready to be heard. Even though I was not necessarily ready to share my pain with the world. I become more and more ready everyday.
How has social media and technology affected bullying?
Social media and technology have affected bullying positively and negatively in my opinion. On one hand an individual or a group may choose to abuse social media. They may choose to harass, embarrass or oust a person unfairly. On the other hand because of technology a person who has been bullied or who is a bully can find resources to stop what is happening.
What advice would you give to someone who is being bullied?
Bullying is a major problem throughout the world. We see it everywhere, from schools, work, sports, online and in homes. If you are a victim of being bullied or you are a bully please visit www.ittakesafool.com/resources.
Why did you become a writer?
I became a writer to share my story with others. It is my hope that by sharing my story others will choose to make better choices. Remember, every new day is an opportunity to make better choices.
What tips would you give other aspiring writers on how to complete and submit a novel, and survive the publication process?
My advice for new and aspiring writers is to do as much research as possible on traditional vs. self publishing and decide which option is best for you. Once you have decided, keep pressing forward.
What impact do you want to leave on the literary world?
The impact I want to make on the literary world is to have written a story that is told from a place of genuine pain but the reader is able to feel the wounds heal page after page.
Describe your writing process or ritual.
My writing ritual was to clean my room top to bottom. Climb in bed with my note pad and a freshly sharpened pencil, some music and an open heart.
What are you most passionate about in your life?
I am most passionate about being the best person I can be. I want to lead by example for my childrens sake. Sometimes I make mistakes, but each new day, I try harder to be a better me.
If you could include a character from any teen movie or movie dealing with middle school students, who would you choose to be in your book? How would he or she fit in at the school? Who would she or he befriend: Sasha or her best friend?
If I could include a character from any teen movie or movie dealing with middle school students, I would choose, Skai Jackson. She is a very talented actress. We also share some similar features. I think she would portray Sasha in a light that viewers could relate to. She would have definitely befriended Sadie. (My best friend in It Takes A Fool) Everyone loved Sadie.
If you could create a soundtrack for your book, what songs would you choose?
The soundtrack for It Takes A Fool would include so many popular hits from the Spinners.
Rubberband Man
Love Don’t Love Nobody(It Takes A Fool)
Could It Be I’m Falling In Love
Sadie
Press Release
Much Anticipated Memoir on Bullying Finally Here
Washington, DC (December 5, 2014) – The highly anticipated book by Sasha Dreams, It Takes a Fool: A Lesson Learned on Bullying, is finally available on Amazon.
It Takes a Fool is a short “creative memoir” about a 10 year old girl, named Sasha. Sasha is the darling of her fifth grade class and her best friend always has her back…just like a sister. But simmering beneath the beautiful life are the dark secrets her parents harbor, secrets that slowly wind their way around the heart of the family, choking the life from Sasha. Helpless, afraid and alone, she fights the only way she can but her desperate quest for survival could lead to her own destruction.
Excerpts from the book have already been making an impression on, the largest community of readers and writers, Wattpad. One Wattpad reviewer said: “Powerful writing. Quiet, soft-spoken but speaks straight into readers’ hearts. A place of vulnerability.”
“I am excited about the release of the book,” said Sasha. “I hope valuable lessons will be learned through the sharing of my story.”
It takes a fool is available in both kindle and paperback format on Amazon.com for $4.95 and $7.95 respectively. For further information about the book and the author, visit: http://www.ittakesafool.com.
If you want to read a moving story that will leave you changed, pick up your copy of It Takes a Fool today!
Connect with Sasha Dreams!
Website: www.ittakesafool.com
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/It-Takes-Fool-Learned-Bullying-ebook/dp/B00O4LTNRM
FB: https://www.facebook.com/sashasmemoir
Twitter: https://twitter.com/sashasmemoir
Email: sashasmemoir (at) gmail (dot) com
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