Family Health Series

Spring 2009 NEW RELEASES . . .

Women Healing Women in India

The MAHER Project ~ A Model of Hope for Oppressed Women Everywhere
by William Keepin, Ph.D. and Cynthia Brix, M.Div.

ISBN: 978-1-890772-88-8
paper; $19.95
256 pages; 6 x 9 inches
Release date: May 2009

Much has been written on the plight of women in Indian society, but this book presents an effective practical response to the appalling injustices … and a model of hope for agencies and programs for oppressed women around the world.

Women Healing Women in India recounts the true story of MAHER, a remarkable project and center for battered women and children located near Pune, India. Founded in 1997, the project has provided refuge to more than 1250 women, half of whom might otherwise have been murdered, committed suicide, or starved to death. Maher is an interfaith community that honors all religions and strongly repudiates caste distinctions—making it a rare beacon shining new hope upon some of the gravest problems in India and around the world.

The book is rich with stories—poignant firsthand accounts by women and children whose lives have been transformed by the Maher project. Later chapters explore the larger implications of this pioneering work, with guidance for implementing similar projects elsewhere. Written in a concise narrative style, Women Healing Women in India is an easy and compelling read.

William Keepin, PhD, author of Divine Duality (Hohm Press, 2007), has facilitated intensive gatherings in five countries for healing and reconciliation between women and men. He is the President of Satyana Institute, and founder of the Power of Reconciliation Project.

Cynthia Brix, M.Div., is an interfaith minister specializing in international peacemaking, and spiritual direction for young adults. Program director of Satyana Institute, and co-director of its Power of Reconciliation project.

We Like Our Teeth
Written & Illustrated by Marcus Allsop

ISBN: 978-1-890772-86-4
Price: $9.95
Paper, 32 pages
8 ½ by 6 inches
Release date: May 2009

Dental health for children has always been a vital health priority, but now more than ever this issue needs attention. The growing stress of modern life leads many parents to neglect a dental-care rou­tine for themselves and their children. And a fast-food diet—quickly becoming the norm—does little to encourage the strength and health of teeth and gums. On­going research about the health of adult teeth is more convinc­ing than ever—strong teeth, which last a lifetime, are a result of good oral hygiene from infancy on.

This bright, whimsical picture book for children and parents will encourage them to care for their teeth. Delightful images show baby and adult animals celebrating their own strong, healthy teeth. The clever, rhyming text offers children and parents the basics of good dental hygiene:

• Stresses the need for a regular teeth-cleaning routine  
• Promotes flossing  
• Suggests an approved method of brushing  
• Points out nutritional problems that can lead to cavities and gum disease  
• Advocates frequent dental visits

MARCUS ALLSOP was born and educated in the north of England, and studied fine art at Newcastle College of Arts and Technology. Interested in holistic living, he is part of an intentional community, and an advocate for children’s health and well-being. Allsop works as a chef cooking for a group of forty adults and children, and is the author of Hohm Press’s popular book, We Like to Help Cook.