LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Nov. 21, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- Cheryl Yates is an incredible woman who risked much and accomplished many things she didn't believe she could. Follow her story as she overcomes difficult obstacles in life and achieved great things in the book Life with Cheryl by author Dorothy Truex.
Cheryl Yates is a brave woman who married a blind but talented musician, Howard. They had two children, which they raised with the aid of rich Aunt Lucy. Howard won acclaim as a symphony composer but died accidentally. After his death, Cheryl completed a Ph.D. and became a college professor. She married the College president and was instrumental in running the College when her husband suffered a heart attack. Cheryl helped him recover and he soon returned to his position.
Life with Cheryl is a wonderful portrayal of a woman's courage and determination leading her to achieve great things. It also illustrates how one can overcome handicaps like blindness and how this should not be a hindrance to true talent. Even a blind person can accomplish many things. This story also gives insights on being a single parent and provides a behind-the-scenes look at college administration. Cheryl is an amazing woman who will surely inspire many people especially women. Buy a copy of this uplifting read and learn to take risks, to achieve your dreams!
About the Author
This is the tenth novel Dorothy Truex has published. She lives in Little Rock, Arkansas, where she was Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at the University of Arkansas until she retired in 1985. The School for the Blind is located in Little Rock and attracts students from all over the world and contributed to the theme of this novel. Other books by Dorothy Truex includes Rich Choices, The Thirteenth Bridesmaid (ten years later), Carved in Stone (a college president's life), Full Circle (a sequel to Carved in Stone), The Twenty Million Dollar Give-Away (an expose of competitive ballroom dancing), Madge Nicholson, History of the Little Rock Woman's City Club, A Visit to Spitesville (a murder mystery), and A Left-handed Chord.
Life with Cheryl by Dorothy Truex
Publication Date: August 1, 2006
Trade Paperback; $20.99; 104 pages; 1-4134-9571-0; 978-1-4134-9571-3
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