Author Description

Sabrina simply wanted a normal life. Raised by an emotionally unstable mother and a father who was an angry and violent drunk, Sabrina spent most of her young life feeling alone and scared. Her older brother, Brad, was her only ally as the two endured this difficult life together. When her family moved to a small town in Oklahoma, Sabrina lost the safety she felt with her old friends. However, she and Brad soon became close with Samantha and Joe, two local kids that gave them the support they so desperately needed. After a while, Sabrina and Brad faced their parents and discussed the ways in which they hurt them. Their parents eventually recognized the error of their ways and vowed to be more responsible and loving parents. Freedom Choice: A Book That Allows You to Consider Your Options is ideal for middle school aged children who suffer similar emotional turmoil. Through witnessing the healing of Sabrina, children are able to begin their own healing process and overcome any obstacles they face. Carla Worley sees the affects of abuse on a daily basis through her work as a counselor. Her desire to help people cope with abuse inspired her to reach out to children all over the world through this unique combination of fiction and therapy. She is currently working on her next book, which tackles another emotional issue that children face today.