Birth Fathers and Adoption Literature

Earlier this week, Tapestry Books Resource Associate Chris Fancher came across an article on the America Adopts! website called “An Adoptive Father’s Letter to His Son’s Birthfather.” The author of this article, Noah, an adoptive father, writes in a few short paragraphs how his son’s birthfather plays an important role in the life of their

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Recap: Putting Family First Conference 2015

Earlier this week, Tapestry Books Resource Associate Chris Fancher attended the Putting Family First Conference presented by the National Council for Adoption and the Joint Council on International Children’s Services in Arlington, VA. In addition to spreading the news about Tapestry Books and the great resources the website offers, Chris was also able to meet

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Book Review: Shades of Black

First published in 2000, “Shades of Black: A Celebration of Our Children” by Sandra L. Pinkney and Myles C. Pinkney communicates both visually and poetically the concept of individuality and self-image to African-American children. This book uses extraordinary photographs that each coincide with artistic descriptions: “I am the midnight blue in a licorice stick /

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Born With Teeth by Kate Mulgrew

“Orange is the New Black” is set to return for a third season. Actress in the series Kate Mulgrew, who was nominated for an ‘Outstanding Supporting Actress’ Emmy award, will reprise her role as Galina “Red” Reznikov. Mulgrew’s life, however, cannot simply be summarized to her roles on screen. In the adoption world, Kate Mulgrew

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April 16, 2015 is National Celebrate Teen Literature Day!

Thursday, April 16, 2015 is National Celebrate Teen Literature Day in accordance with the American Library Association. In honor of this national celebration, Tapestry Books would like to showcase three books available on the Tapestry Books website that are specific to adopted teenagers. “Adopted Teens Only: A Survival Guide to Adolescence” by Danea Gorbett –

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