Carrying a Load of Feathers is the second book in a series featuring Luis, the janitor, from Entertaining an Elephant. Written in the same format as the first book, the novel weaves quotes from world-renown spiritual and philosophical writers throughout the story of Bradford Sparks, an ambitious mortgage broker determined to become rich. As the story unfolds, Bradford, his wife, and two teenage children begin to learn that a family, like a garden, needs care and tending. Here s what people are saying about Carrying a Load of Feathers: Carrying a Load of Feathers is a tour de force. The story portrays teenager-hood, family, friends and school with such insight that it's sure to invite lots of discussion. - Dr. Judith A. Langer, Center on English Learning &amp; Achievement, Albany Inst. Carrying a Load of Feathers gives us a chance to examine what is important in life in learning in loving. This family's journey gives us the opportunity to think about our own choices; their journey helps us find words for our fears and hope for a better life. - Dr. Janet Allen, Author of Yellow Brick Roads and Words, Words, Words This book resonates with all of us who struggle to find purpose in our lives. The story helps us remember that teaching is not an occupation, but a calling to change peoples lives to make a better world. - Dr. Ron Klemp, Secondary Literacy Coordinator, Los Angeles USD Half the proceeds of every sale go to charity. Check out the first book in this series, Entertaining An Elephant.

Carrying a Load of Feathers

Literature & Fiction

Bill McBride

Genre Fiction

Under One Roof

Entertaining an Elephant is the heartwarming story of a burned-out teacher struggling though his fifteenth year of teaching. Through a set of unexpected events, this teacher becomes re-inspired with both his profession and his own life. Woven into this short novel are quotes from world-renown spiritual and philosophical writers who suggest ways for us to face the tough challenges of today's world. Already in its 16th printing, the book is a favorite among educators and parents. Priced to sell in bulk, administrators and instructors often use the novel as a book study with faculties or in schools of education. Here's what people are saying about Entertaining an Elephant: Powerful! Super! Splendid! Explosive! A thousand thanks! - Cora Miles, Principal, White Plains, NY It should be on every educator's recommended reading list. - Nel Noddings, Ph.D., Dean of the School of Education, Stanford University I bought a copy for every teacher at my school. What a wonderful book! - Sandra Farmer, Principal, Rocky Mount, NC I couldn't put it down. I loved it! - Inga Smith, Ohio Teacher of the Year A poignant story about teaching only love that will open up your heart to how important it is to let go, to be open-minded, and to forgive others and ourselves. - Gerald Jampolsky, M.D., Author of Love is Letting Go of Fear This novel touched me. - Peter Elbow, Ph.D., University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA Entertaining an Elephant is wonderful. I loved it! - Carol Jago, Editor, California English, Pacific Palisades, CA *****If you love this book, check out the sequel, Carrying a Load of Feathers***** Half the proceeds of every sale go to charity.

Entertaining an Elephant: A Novel About Learning and Letting Go

William McBride

McBride, Bill

Contemporary

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