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For One Family, Two Family, New Family: Stories And Advice For
Stepfamilies,
By Lisa Cohn and William Merkel, Ph.D.
"Of all the books written about the unique struggles
and opportunities of stepfamilies, none combine both wisdom and wit as well as
Cohn and Merkel's articulate and compassionate treatment of the subject. One
Family, Two Family will be an enormous aid to anyone involved in creating a
New family."
--Alan S. Gurman, Ph.D., Recipient of the American Psychological Association's
2003 Award for Distinguished Contribution to Family Psychology and Professor,
University of Wisconsin Medical School
“Clearly committed to each other and to their
children, Cohn and Merkel write a heartwarming story in a helpful "he thought"
"she thought" format about their transition from single parenting to
successful stepfamily living.”
--Dr. Margorie Engel, President & CEO, Stepfamily Association of America
"It's about time someone addressed, head on, the real problems
inherent in integrating stepfamilies. What makes 'One Family, Two
Family, New Family,' so
meaningful is that it is written from experience--from Cohn and Merkel's
own encounters rather than from authors who merely pontificate on the subject.
What makes it compelling is that it is quite simply a great story! What makes
it valuable is that its lessons are timeless."
--Stacy D. Phillips, Certified Family Law Specialist by the State Bar of
California
Board of Legal Specialization and managing partner, Phillips, Lerner & Lauzon
"In 'One Family, Two Family, New Family,' authors Cohn and Merkel capture
the essence of the stepfamily experience. Through examples of crisis and
heartfelt moments of joy, the authors offer narrative that helps lend
understanding to the emotional minefield of stepfamily life. They share their
perspectives, permitting you to read the thought bubbles of all involved.
If
you are in a blended family or are considering creating one, Cohn and Merkel
present must-read insights."
--Paul and Dara Volker, creators of Our Family Wizard: The Internet Parenting
Planner
“I love this book. I like the emotional honesty and
the fact that it’s a love story. What better way to address the pitfalls and
realities of stepfamilies? I go for the book’s solution of one household, two
refrigerators; one heart, two wallets. Families are not simple, and this book
brings that home in a very pleasant, positive way. A very nice read, and of
tremendous help to anyone forming a stepfamily.”
--Keith McLeod, publisher, Harbinger Press, whose books include The Ultimate
Survival Guide For The Single Father and Where’s Daddy?
“The lessons Lisa Cohn and William Merkel have
learned through building their stepfamily are effectively shared through a
unique his-and-hers perspective. This book is practice, not theory.”
-- Kathleen Fox, author of Making the Best of Second Best: A Guide to Positive
Stepparenting
“Anyone who has tried to combine families or marry
into an existing one will recognize themselves and their difficulties in One
Family, Two Family, New Family. This is an enjoyable read as a romantic story
full of sympathy, insights, humor and great practicality from others who have
attempted one of life’s most daunting challenges.”
--K.C. Wilson, author, Co-Parenting For Everyone
