In the last 30 years, the Make-A-Wish Foundation® has granted nearly 300,000 wishes worldwide to children battling life-threatening illnesses, shedding light on worlds darkened by disease and bringing hope to children and their families. From Make-A-Wish® cofounder Frank Shankwitz and author Rachelle Sparks, Once Upon A Wish shares the wishes of eight children–their stories inspiring testimonials to the resilience and strength of the human spirit. These families generously invite us into their worlds, allowing us to become part of their darkest moments, their unimaginable realities, their greatest hopes, deepest fears, and unbelievable triumphs. Experience the story of Katelyn, a little girl becoming a medical marvel after defying all odds stacked against her and making it her life-long goal to raise $3 million for St. Jude Hospital; read about Garrett, a boy using a wheelchair who is giving the gift of mobility to disabled Cambodian men and women; and root for the family of Dakota, a little boy who collects millions of pennies each year to help others fight the disease they once fought. Become inspired and forever-changed by the generosity, hope, courage, and optimism of these children and their families and experience the power of two words, “I wish.” Once Upon A Wish is a celebration of hope, revealing how wishes-come-true can become ultimate motivators and cherished gifts that will last a lifetime.

Once Upon A Wish: True Inspirational Stories of Make-A-Wish Children

Shankwitz, Frank

Sparks, Rachelle

Religion & Spirituality

BenBella Books

Always at his mother's side, Frank Shankwitz spent much of his childhood on the move, frequently hungry and forever homeless. They moved around the country, sleeping in the family car as they ventured from one city to another in search of gainful employment. Frank remembers vividly those who went out of their way to show kindness and compassion. In every way, these acts of kindness fueled Frank's journey. Without knowing it at the time, the selfless generosity of those around him would become the foundation on which Frank would build his legacy. Journey with Frank as he shares the story of his legacy; a life rooted in kindness, near-misses and close calls. A life centered around the magic of making wishes come true.

Wish Man: Official: The Authorized Memoir of Frank Shankwitz

Biographies & Memoirs

Memoirs

TitleTown Publishing

Wish Man

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