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I'd just like too say I've started reading your books. I've read Damaged recently and I find everything you do brilliant and the work with "Jodie" was amazing. You are truly an inspirational woman for all the work and dedication you put into that young girl. I was in years by the end of the book. I hope she is still doing well. You are a brilliant and lovely woman and I have a lot of respect for your work. I look forward to hearing from you if possible. Many regards
Jenni B, 02/08/2012
Dear Cathy, I always enjoy reading your books, so far I have read 5 books of
yours. You are a very experienced / generous foster carer and also a
superb mum. I have a baby girl and I have learnt and gained knowledge from your book 'Happy Kids' in the area of child rearing. I want to say thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge with us readers. I also want to say how generous and kind of you to be a foster carer helping our society at a whole. I am from China (been living in the UK for 10 years), I hope one day our government will also set up social services to help with those children in need/care. Thanks for your time in reading my email. Best Regards
Susan Li, UK, 02/08/2012
Dear Cathy, I have enjoyed reading your books more than I can even tell you. Once I start, I am finished reading them within 2 days. And that goes for EVERY book of yours. I know to space them apart as I tend to neglect my housework, kids and husband once I start. I almost feel like I know you. Thank you so much for the fantastic reading and learning lessons that I can take from them. Sincerely
Dearest Cathy, my cousin passed Damaged to me, I felt everything you felt as a Mother. I was blessed with 3 beautiful children just like you. When I say my heart was broken after reading Damaged it is an understatement. I was abused by my older brother and his pal (once) when I was a child and it lives with me to this day. My heart bleeds for Jodie and I am still crying as I mail you Cathy. My niece who became a social worker here in Ireland some yrs ago has gone on to study play therapy and has now set up on her own with backing from her local politicians. Brings you to mind. I have never been so touched by a book in all my life . Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers for all your kindness and humility. Kindest regards
Brenda M, Ireland, 01/08/2012
Hi Cathy, just want to say that I've read a few of your books and being in the care system myself I found that I could relate to the children you write about. I was badly abused by my mother as a child I had to be removed for my own safety. My parents were divorced and my older siblings lived with my dad. Me and my little brother, who was also later remove, lived with my mum. We had regular contact with my dad and he never knew about the abuse because the bruises were where my dad couldn't see them, It wasn't until my brother told his school teacher that we were removed. I find your stories inspirational so thank you to you and your inspirational family. I am currently reading A Baby's Cry. Someone very close to me has been through exactly the same thing, so thank you again.
J, UK, 01/08/2012
Hi Cathy! I just want to thank you for the way you have turned my life around. I'm not a foster carer, a parent or a child in need of care (I come from a happy family). I'm a student that read 'A Baby's Cry' in one evening when I was poorly, and now, after some research and more reading of your books I have decided that I want to work within social services. I want to be one of the people you, more often than not, praise so highly! So thank you, because without your inspirational stories I would not have come to that decision. I have worked closely with children through volunteer work since I was 16 (now 20) and I know that with a lot of hard work I can be a good social worker! So thank you! I would also love to be added to your mailing list as I'm looking forward to your next book! Thank you and best wishes to you and your wonderfully inspirational family
Bethany, Leeds, UK, 31/07/2012
Hi, I am 58 years old and have travelled a very challenging life which has given me many insights. I have found your books to be very courageous, inspiring and heart felt insights into yours and the children's experiences. I was sexually abused as a child and adolescent and have been in a mental institution after my children where taken away from me when I was in my 20s. For me your writings portray that we are not alone in this world, that there are caring sharing people amongst our society. Our system is similar to yours, and quite often I become very frustrated with the politics of our systems. I spent 3 month in the mental institution and came out partially functioning in the outside world. After many psychiatrists, who kept changing my medication and to having to go cold turkey each time they changed my medication. This affects not only the person but their families and friends. My two daughters where returned to me before I became an inmate, so to speak, and I ended up giving my eldest daughter to my ex husband and his partner due to my inability to function in my life, I kept my youngest daughter. I have met some very inspiring people in my life, psychologists and spirited women who to this day I am very grateful to have met. I believe our god is love. I am now happily married and have contact with both my girls and my 5 grandchildren. I am very grateful to you for writing your stories which give insight to others about the world behind the closed doors. Looking forward to reading more of your insightful experiences
Kaye, Australia, 30/07/2012
Hello, I am a foster parent in Canada, and have been fostering for just over two years. I foster infants - birth to age 3. I discovered your books recently and have read every one of them, and thoroughly enjoyed them. I have also passed them on to several of my foster mom friends who have also enjoyed them. I have just finished reading "A Baby's Cry", which I could not put down. I really related to this book, having had two little ones stay with me for an extended period of time from a very young age. It is, as you state, incredibly hard when these little people finally move on to their new families. Fostering in Canada is very similar to fostering in the U.K. We also have similar frustrations with the system, as you do, and my friends and I found this interesting - wherever you foster, you run into the same challenges, rewards, and frustrations. I am so glad you have included updates on "your kids" on your site. Keep writing, as I feel your books are very helpful to those of us in the same field.
Laura R, Canada, 30/07/2012
Just finished reading A Baby's Cry, couldn't put it down, now reserving all your books from the library. Thank you for a really good read.
Hi Cathy, I have read most of your books. They are very inspirational, as you are! You are doing an amazing job helping out kids that there parents can't look after. The first book I read was Damaged. It was a really good story and I felt really sorry for Jodie, she sounded like a really nice child. I am currently reading "A Baby's Cry" and I can't wait for “Another Forgotten Child " to be released in September. Most of my family and I are really inspired by your books. You really are an amazing person! I hope things work out for you and your family in the future and I would love it if you release Lucy's story. Reading your books has made me realize how lucky I am to have my family and has made me think of looking into doing some foster caring. I hope you can reply to my email as it would make me very happy. Thanks for taking the time to read this email,
Louise Mc, Scotland, 29/07/2012
Hi Cathy, I first read your book I Miss Mummy quite some time ago and it was wonderful. I have been working out of town lately and took your book 'Mummy Told Me Not To Tell' - what a beautiful story and such a happy ending. I hope Reece is still doing well with this new family! I look forward to reading more and thank you for having a website your fans can look at, read about your books, etc. You are a very talented woman to take in all of these children, and they are so much better off in their lives for having known you. God bless you and continue your wonderful work!
Janet S, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, 29/07/2012
Hi Cathy, Can I firstly say what an inspiration you are. I have just read A Baby's Cry. This is the first book I have read of yours and I will be searching to get the rest of your collection. I found myself in floods of tears reading the story of Harrison, Rihanna, you and your family. I admire you and wish you all the best for the future. You truly are remarkable. All the best to you and your family
Jodie, London, UK, 28/07/2012
Hi Cathy, I am a big fan of your books. I have just read, A Baby's Cry, and like many of the other readers, was reduced to tears The tears were for you, Adrian and Paula for having to say goodbye to Harrison, but also happy tears, for a mother who so wanted her much loved baby back. I have read several of your books now and have passed them round the family, who love them too. Keep up your very special work Cathy and tell your children, what inspiring people they are too, for being there for those dear children too. I will be on the look-out for more of your books and any new ones you bring out. Good luck!
Sarah C, Norfolk, UK, 27/07/2012
Hello I am a student at university and I very much enjoy reading your books. I have just finished "A Baby's Cry" and enjoyed reading it as much as the others. I have discovered your website and find it very interesting. Thank you! I admire everything you do and you have done so well, best wishes
Stephanie T, UK, 27/07/2012
I have just read your book A Baby's Cry. It's the first book of yours I've read but it was amazing and now I'm scanning every bookstore for all your other books. It was a very emotional story and don't know how you did it. You must be a strong woman and your children must be able to cope very well. Hope you're all okay Thanks for sharing your story with us!
Dannie, UK, 27/07/2012
Hi Cathy :) I found your books while searching for a book project idea and I've read three or four. I moved to France (I bought them in Canada) and desperately miss being able to go to a bookstore. You are very inspiring to me. I read (in two days) Jodie's story (again, of course!) and it's always upsetting for me to read that you couldn't overcome the obstacle of her problems and all. This is very awkward, but thank you for creating the books because they are so well written and thoughtful, it clearly shares your thoughts about what happened.
Isabella, France, 26/07/2012
Dear Cathy. I'm a 16 year old girl living in South Africa and like most teenagers would rather read the latest gossip in the Seventeen magazine instead of reading an actual novel. I'm a fan saying thank you. Your style of writing is so welcoming I feel like I know your whole family. You give us detail about you family like you're telling an old friend. Thanks for the beautiful novels you have written. If you find the time please reply. Even if it's blank. I just want to know you received it. Thank you.
Jeanette, South Africa, 25/07/2012
Hi Cathy, I just wanted to say that I have read most of your books and they have all made me cry, smile and laugh. I am 24 and have recently become an ECE teacher and never knew just how bad child abuse/neglect was until I read your books, I had some ideas but not to that extent. I think you are a truly amazing woman, raising your own children, adopting Lucy and fostering lots of children who need to be loved and have a safe home. I also think that your children are incredible for the way they have responded to your fostering and welcomed the foster children into their home and lives. Your books are inspiring and the children you have fostered have been so lucky to finally have received the love and care that they needed. I really don't understand how people can treat children the way they do and how much the system lets these children down, it is appalling. I love reading your books and believe that not only are you a fantastic foster career your are an inspiring writer. I hope one day I will be able to do for children what you are doing and have been doing for years.
Candyce, New Zealand, 24/07/2012
Thanks Cathy! Thanks for writing and adding me to your list! You are such an inspiration, a wonderful role model, and an exquisite example of what an advocate should be. Your kind and giving heart reminds me so much of my wonderful Italian mother who passed on when I was 21. I think of her often when I read your books and you say or do something she did. Looking forward to more of your work and your brilliant cook book! Especially having two little girls and a husband who love trying new things. And being from America, I enjoy reading titbits about your culture, it brings me back to traveling to London. Can't wait to watch the Olympics there! You have warmed my heart and your email made my day! Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Anna A, 24/07/2012
Hi Cathy, I'm aged 17 and have always thought about being a foster carer as I can't have children of my own. I'm not a very big reader, but recently under the advice of my friend, have started buying and reading your books. The first one that I have just finished is 'Cut'. It was a very sad and heartbreaking journey that had me looking around my bedroom at the start. Your stories are truly amazing and touch my heart. I cried, so much I couldn't believe it, and to think this happened to a child. What a silly system these children have to live with. Your book has also provided me with some insight & helped me think more about becoming a foster carer. I look forward to reading your other books.
Jade, UK, 24/07/2012
Hi Cathy, I have just finished reading ''Mummy Told Me Not To Tell'' and I found it very moving indeed. I picked up a lot of useful information from it in regards to behavioural problems and the trauma that affected little Reece. I haven't managed to read many more of your books yet Cathy as I have been so busy but will do soon hopefully!!! I did say I would update you since I last emailed you after I had read Damaged. We were matched for our adopted children in February this year a little boy and his sister. We actually start introductions at the house of the foster carer this week (nervous is an understatement!) We know the foster carer quite well through adoption UK meetings although they have stopped her going now! The last chapter of your book Cathy, got me very emotional, I suppose because it is so close to home. As always, another great read Cathy and you are an inspiration to all concerned. Hopefully, when I have 2 toddlers running about I can find time in the evenings to read more of your books :-) Warmest regards
Mark W, West Midlands, UK, 24/07/2012
Hello Cathy Just finished reading A Baby's Cry. I have finished training and am
waiting to meet panel to see if they would like me to be a foster
carer. After reading your book I have now bought a few more and would
like to buy all of them. They make me want to help children more than
ever. When I was reading A Baby's Cry all the way though I was thinking I hope this mother has her beautiful baby back. I am a lady that loves kids I have bought up three children and now have 5 beautiful grandchildren. Recently divorced so I have lots of love to give. I am now reading Cut. t was my daughter that said to me mam you are so good with kids why don't you foster.
Cheryl, South Wales, UK, 23/07/2012
Hi Cathy I think your books are fantastic. I always get so involved. I have read every one and I love them all. Well done
Hi Cathy, I have currently finished reading all your books and sad to say so.
Being in foster care myself I can relate to this much. Especially My Dad's a Policeman. Growing up I didn't know who my father was but always dreamt of him as a hero. My mother's an alcoholic so I stayed with my gran and eventually went into foster care. Sadly my mother passed away two years ago at age 45. Having read all your books I just want another one can. Thanks xx
Danielle, UK, 22/07/2012
Dear Cathy, Please can you add my email address to your mailing list so I can see when any new books have been published. To date I have read all your books, even taking 3 of them on holiday with me! From looking at your website, I agree with what other people have said and your books are compelling to read and once I start one I cannot put it down. Your style of writing appeals to me with the warmth and compassion shining through. More often than not I am in tears and each book I have read really grips my attention. I too am a Mum and have one son who is 18 years old. I would have liked another child but it wasn't to be, instead my husband came out as gay and for the last 6 years I have been divorced. I have always loved children and have worked in schools listening to them read, helping with art work and being a school meals supervisory assistant. Maybe one day I could consider becoming a foster carer which is something which appeals to me but would not be possible at the moment as my elderly father lives with us. Most certainly Cathy you are an inspiration and a truly wonderful person, for all the love you have given hundreds of children and will still continue to give. There aren't many people as special as you who could devote their lives in the way that you do, with the love, time and never ending patience and Adrian, Paula and Lucy are so very lucky to have you as their Mum.
With very best wishes,
Clare, UK, 21/07/2012
Hi Cathy Just want you to know how wonderful you are, not only for you capacity to foster but your ability to transpose all your thoughts and actions in to words. My own story is that I am from “down under” where adoption in the 1970's was reasonably easy. My husband and I adopted both a boy and a girl who brought us much joy. Our son particularly could have been raised by anyone, he was so “co-operative”. Our state would have the toughest laws regarding disclosure etc. Once they are 18 they can access their biological parentage, so long as that party agrees. Again some outcomes are happy, some not. A panel of adoptees we interviewed agreed that 25 was a better age for their research. We might have fostered, however we found it all a bit risky, with regards the person fostered, and the likelihood of litigation down the track. Again we have strict rules with regard the care of children, with my husband having to get a “blue card” at one stage when he was only volunteering to do the books for schools etc. (no contact with children at all). It is always up to the “accused” to defend themselves, sadly, and like America, in Oz people are quick to want to go to court, especially if they think you have a bit of money. Keep up the good work.
Paula, Australia, 20/07/2012
HI Cathy, All the rant over this 50 shades of grey book, people want to get an insight to real life and read some of your books. I love reading about true life, it helps you realise how lucky you are. It all started by reading the Dave Peltzer books and then I cam across you and Torey Haydon, each and every book has brought me to tears, and I'm full of admiration for what you do. I haven't read for a long time, I'm a busy disabled mum of 2 toddlers, but the other day whilst shopping in Asda I came across 'A Baby's Cry'. I did something I don't do very often and treated myself! Well since, in every spare minute between dealing with kids n mummy stuff I have been reading it. WOW I broke my little heart! All your books have gotten to me but for some reason this one more so. My heart went out to Adrian and Paula and you. I had to go give my 15 month old a hug in his cot, knowing 'Harry' wasn't much younger than him. I have now ordered the other books of yours I haven't read, and a box of tissues. Well done and keep up the good work! Xxxxx
Hello Cathy, I have just finished reading Hidden with the little boy Tayo; it must have been so hard looking after a boy with so many secrets. I am so happy he had a happy ending, I always seem to cry at your books. I think part of it is happiness and some that bit of sadness you get. Have a good day;
Michelle, UK, 17/07/2012
HI Cathy, I just wanted to email you to show my appreciation and passion for your books and yourself. I am a birth mother myself, I lost my daughter to adoption. She is now 10 years old and I brought her up for the first 2 and a half years of her life. Unfortunately due to the relationship I was in with her father things did not work out. When I asked for help from social services she was taken from us on an interim are order. My daughter was adopted by two loving and caring individuals whom I met before my daughter was placed with them. I have not seen my daughter since that time but I do get letterbox contact once a year. I also work for my local authority where I assist in adoption training by telling my story to potential adopters and letting them know how important it is for an adopted child to know about their birth families. I do not have any other children. That does not mean to say that I don't want anymore just that I have been careful not to have a child to replace my daughter. I get support in my area where I attend a birth mums group where we meet once a month and its just like a coffee morning but with very emotional birth family members, the group has helped me realise I am not alone. I do not hold grudges against local authorities, foster carers and adopters, I realise that they are just doing their job looking after children who need to be removed from their birth families. Unfortunately my experience was dreadful. I asked the social services for help and to get me into a mother and baby group but I was told it would take too long and therefore would not be in my daughter's best interest. Sad story. Anyhow Cathy I admire you and people who do the same as you very much, keep up the fantastic work of caring for those special children.
Hello Cathy, I'm 38 and a single mum to toddler who will be 3 in September. I have read ten of your books, tonight I have just finished ' A Baby's Cry' with tears rolling down my face. I wanted to thank you for sharing your experiences. You are an amazing woman and I have great admiration for the work you do. Over the years you have changed so many lives for the better, down to your hard work, determination, love and support. Paula and Adrian are a credit to you too. Wise heads on young shoulders. You truly deserve recognition for your work. With love and best wishes to you and your family. X x x
Cathy I have just read Damaged, the first one of yours. Oh my god! How
people can do these things? I read it this afternoon with my 7 year old
playing beside me l could not put it down. You are a wonderful person. I
nearly cried quite a few times but kept them back until I read Jodie's
letter at the end. I gave my daughter a big kiss I will be reading your
other books now.
Amanda, UK, 13/07/2012
Hi Cathy, I have Just finished a "Baby's Cry". What an amazing lady you are and your two children, and what a wonderful result for Harrison and his mum. Eighteen months ago I decided I wanted to be a foster mum as I love children. I'm in a lovely relationship and I wanted to offer a child/children stability love security and everything a child needs. I spoke to my partner and he said he would support me, my family and close friends said the same. I got in touch with my local council. They met with us and said what a lovely home we had and we discussed what we could do with the spare bedroom. We did training and had wonderful references. We were due to go to panel when the head of social workers came out with our social worker and turned us down. All the way through we were being told we would make lovely parents. I was totally devastated. The reason for us being turned down was because we were not in regular contact with my partner's family, which is rather difficult as they all live 100 miles away. Well Cathy you do an amazing thing and I love reading your books and I am so happy with Harrison's outcome and I hope that him and his mum and still doing well together. Keep up the good work Best Wishes
Jan, UK, 13/07/2012
CG: You were treated appalling by your local authority. Sadly, I’ve heard of cases similar to yours. Little wonder there is a permanent shortage of foster carers when expectations are not realistic.
Hello Cathy, I've just started reading ur books, I Miss Mummy & A Baby's Cry both of wish made me cry, but also made me so happy 2 hear there r people like u in this world. I only wish there were more. I was a foster child myself but wasn't so lucky 2 get a foster mother as loving and kind as u. So it is good 2 know there r good ones out there. Thank u from ur wonderful books. can't wait 2 start my next one.
Kelly E, Australia, 13/07/2012
Hi Cathy I really admire you and your books. I was a child in care myself but my story would never compare to those of the children you have fostered. You are a brilliant foster carer and I wish I had one like you :-). I wasn't really a 'difficult child' I was just a typical teenager and in the 5 years I was looked after I had 8 different carers, all just giving up on me. Please can you email me when you release a new book as I love hearing about they way those children have overcome their abuse and although they may not go home to their parents. It always seems to be a happy ending for those forgotten children.
Hi Cathy, I have just finished reading A Baby's Cry and was touched by this
truly amazing story. I am an early years teach, I grew up with foster children
and have always wanted to adopt a child. Reading this book has definitely made
me more determined to adopt a child and give it the loving family that every
child deserves. Thank you.
Kara, UK, 11/07/2012
Dear Cathy, I just finished reading "Mummy Told Me Not To Tell." A friend gave it to me. A special friend, because we were in foster care together when we were teenagers. I had not looked at the system from an adult's perspective, and it was eye-opening. Although there are differences, I can imagine similar restrictions exist in the USA versions of the same institutions. I know you probably get lots of emails, and fan letters, but I felt I had to write for two reasons. One is to say thank you for your honest book, and your work for foster kids. The other reason is to say I wrote and illustrated a 14 page book and dedicated it to foster parents everywhere. It's free to read. I felt important to show you. To just let you know that a foster kid appreciates the work you and all foster parents do.
Kary, USA, 11/07/2012
Hi Cathy, I just finished reading ‘A Baby's Cry'. The way you describe Harrison, he must be a real darling. How I wish I can hug him, but the ending is happy. Whenever I finished a book of yours I find it hard to put it down. Sometimes after reading it I keep thinking of the contents over and over again. I have read your books but this is the first time I decided to write in to you. You are really great. My heart goes for those poor little children. I don't understand why parents can be so mean towards their own child, while others are trying hard to get their own child and end up adopting. Lastly I would like to say you are an inspiration to others. Keep on doing what you are doing. Many Thanks
Hi Cathy, when I first moved to the UK about 4 years ago, I found one of your books (Cut) in a local library in Hammersmith, London. I enjoyed the book so much that I started looking for other books thereafter. Now I have read all your books except My Dad's a Policeman. I have not found it here in Yorkshire in any library so I will buy my own copy. I own many books of yours now which I like to read again and again. You write really well and all your stories are so heartfelt. You must be a brilliant mother, friend and a wonderful lady. All the best,
Uma P, UK, 11/07/2012
Hi Cathy, hope you're ok, probably busy writing. Just finished The Night the Angels Came with Michael and Patrick. It was so sad but really enjoyed it as usual with your books. Have just started another book but finding it hard to read after one of yours. I'm finding it hard to get into whereas once I start your books I find it really hard to put it down. I annoy my husband when I want to go to bed to read it early ha typical man. Take care, love
Beryl, UK, 10/07/2012
Hi Cathy, I just finished the book "A Baby's Cry" it's a touching story and also a happy ending. It was the first time I read a book of yours and I really liked it. Now I am reading “My Dad's a Policeman" and it seems a very excited story. Can you please e-mail me when a new book is published so I can buy it. Thanks
Alison, Malta, 10/07/2012
Hi, I hope you will read this email. I would like your opinion on why our government does not hold records on failed fostering or adoptions. I feel this is not only relevant to social policy but would allow people a new angle on looking at social workers. I would like for a light to be shone into it. Clearly from your books you have much you could teach myself both as a social worker trainee and as a child in care. I would like society to hear the failures as I hear, not from parent or carer but the children. Any help or support would be grateful as all should be heard.
Andrea, UK, 10/07/2012
CG: Dear Andrea, I understand your concerns. Too many long term foster placements and adoptions fail. I feel a lot more research needs to be done to find out why this is. Once we know why, then we should be able to improve things. This is one of the issues I campaign for and highlight in some of my books. Cathy x
Hi Cathy, I have just finished 'A Baby's Cry' and I thought it was amazing!! I was really touched and couldn't stop crying as I have a 1yr old daughter and I was brought up in care. Anyway could you email me to let me know when you have a new book out as I love your books and think you're great!!! Many Thanks
Cynele, UK, 09/07/2012
Hay, I've read two of your books, A Baby's Cry and Damaged and I would just like too show my appreciation too you for giving me the opportunity too see your experiences. I think you're an inspiration and like Mrs. Wilson kindness itself :) You are a lovely woman and your books deserve to be best sellers :)
Hi, I have read all the books you have released so far and I have to say the have all touched me and made me think about my future. I would love to do fostering in the near future and if I can help children the way you have I will have done a good job. You are an inspiration to millions of people across the world. I hope you are planning more books I will be sure to buy them. Xxx
Una, UK, 08/07/2012
Hello. I would just like to start by saying what a truly amazing women you are and the wonderful things you have done for all them children. In the past two weeks I have read your books, Damaged, Hidden, I Miss Mummy, The Saddest Girl in the World, A Baby’s Cry, Cut, Run Mummy Run and have just finished The Night the Angels Came which had me in tears right from the start. It’s made me take a whole new look on love and cherish every day I have with my beautiful little girl. You are such an inspiration and I only hope there are more people in the world like you. Last week I read four of your books and will also be buying more as I can’t seem to put them down. Thank you for telling us all your stories, they are without doubt truly inspiring and heartbreaking but also have happy endings. Kind regards
Jordan, Jersey, Channel Islands, 08/07/2012
Hi Cathy I'm 16 and I'm not a very big reader as I struggled a lot in school. I first read ‘Damaged‘ about a month ago only because it was a rainy day and I was bored. I couldn’t put it down, like everyone that has read this book I cried and cried. What you do has now inspired me to become a hub worker. I’d like to thank you as I could never decide what I wanted to achieve in life now I know I want to help children. I’m reading Hidden and I can’t put it down either. You are amazing and the children you fostered were lucky to have had you. :-)
Dear Ms Glass, I have just finished reading A Baby's Cry and I am so inspired by you. All in all I have read The Night the Angels Came, The Saddest Girl in the World and A Baby's Cry. I am now starting Run Mummy Run. I absolutely love your books. Every time I pick one up I just cannot put it down. I love the way u get so connected to the children you foster and your children treat them like their own family; these days that it doesn’t happen. I would love to be a foster carer but I'm too soft :) I’m 18 and I find you such an inspiration. All I want to say is thank you
Hollie O, 07/07/2012
Dear Cathy, I borrowed your book "Damaged" from the library yesterday and ended up finishing it today. I am mother of two beautiful girls myself and having read your book I broke down in tears. It is really heartbreaking to think that parents who are there to protect and care for their child end up violating them and scarring them for life. It is people like you who give hope for children who have been victims. I would like to congratulate you and your family for standing by in troubled times all you have been through in dealing with Jodie and other kids. World always feels better with a person like you who is not willing to give up on a child. Thanks for writing a book and sharing your journey with Jodie. Sincerely,
Kriti T, Ontario, Canada, 06/07/2012
Hi there. Firstly I would like to say how much I'm truly enjoying your books. I have read 5 so far and just this minute finished "Mummy Told Me Not To Tell ". I read the book in 2 days :-). Your books are so very interesting in the way you handle the situations and the way you tell the story. I'm looking in to doing foster caring and I know this will be a life changing thing to do.
Amanda, UK, 05/07/2012
Hi I'm reading your books atm and I think you are an amazing woman. Keep on going how you are. You’re amazing for what you do for children. Thanks x
Emma, UK, 05/07/2012
Hi Cathy, I’ve just finished reading your book "A Baby's Cry". I've also read "Hidden". I'm a single mother with two children. I am thinking about looking into fostering next year. It is so sad that there are so many children that get missed treated. I think it is great what you and your family are doing. Best of luck to you and your family :)
Hi Cathy, My wife just discovered your books while in Newport South
Wales for a wedding. We look forward to reading your books for inspiration and information. We can relate to your mission in life and appreciate that you have written about it. We started into fostering in about 1980 and went at it big time in 1995. Since then we have had approx 400/500 children through our home. At present we have five children ranging 8/13 and one permanent who is 17 and getting ready for university. As well we have five children of our own who are out in the world on their own and richer for the experience of growing up with foster children
Pat & Jackie, Canada, 04/07/2012
Hi Cathy, I have been reading your book for some time now and I enjoyed reading every one of them. I have just finished A Baby's Cry. Please can you keep me up to date on any further books. Many Thanks
Rebecca S, 04/07/2012
Dear Cathy. I would like to take the opportunity to say how much I have enjoyed reading your books. I am like yourself a foster carer and find reading your books inspiring and encouraging. I have just finished reading 'A Baby's Cry which. Placed a lump in my throat throughout the story, but has also inspired me too. Many many thanks for writing these wonderful books. Regards.
Deborah, UK, 04/07/2012
Your books are so well written that once started, you can leave them. The stories are so sad and yet so gripping. You and your family are amazing and I love your work! Kind Regards
Donna, UK, 04/07/2012
Hi Cathy, I love your books I have just this minute finished A Baby's Cry and I could not stop crying. What a lovely sad story with an happy ending. I don't know how you did it especially having to look after a new born baby and then have to say good bye for ever! I have a nearly 2 year old and a 14 week old and just makes you sad to think all this stuff actually happens to babies and young children. I will look forward to reading the rest of your books.
Emma, U.K, 03/07/2012
Hello Cathy, I am a student and I love reading your books! I was just writing to tell you that I just finished reading 'The Night the Angels Came'. I want to say wow .what a powerful story that was, it had me crying every time Michael would say his prayer. I wished his father could have stayed with Michael. Every morning after I read a part of the book, I would go running to my sisters and read them my favourite part. They loved it. I will keep reading your books, they are truly amazing, I always recommend them to my friends and family! I really hope you would respond to this email, I would truly be honoured. Thank you, hope to hear from you soon
Lucy, 18, UK, 02/07/2012
Dear Cathy, Reading your novel A Baby’s Cry shook me in and out. It was such an inspiration to know what you do and the passion, as well as courage you do it with. I only wish Harrison knew who you are and reciprocated the love you, Paula and Adrian showered on him. Wishing you God’s choicest blessings Love
Swati, India, 02/07/2012
Hi Cathy, Just writing to say I love your books, I could read them all day. I am nearly finished A Baby's Cry even though I only started it last night, and I love it. I'm really looking forward to your new book in September, I love your style of writing. I am a teenager and I would like to do work like you when I am older. My mother gave me one of your books (Mummy Told Me Not To Tell) about a month ago and I have read six of your books since then, I can't put them down! Hope you and your family are well, Best wishes,
Hello Cathy. I am 20 years old and currently studying creative writing. I love reading so much, especially true stories. It's hard for me to get into fiction. The first book of yours that I've just read is A Baby's Cry. I bought it for Mother's Day, planned to give it to my mom. But now I've just really fallen in love with it! I just want to let you know, that I really love your writing, and promise that I'll buy the other books! :) You're a great foster carer, a mom, and a great writer. I've always wanted to be a writer because I know that's how I can teach others about life. To share things, to educate people through writing. Like you do. Thank you for writing those books, and thank you for reading this. I'll really appreciate and be thankful if you can reply to this email. Wish you all the very best.
Fara, Malaysia, 01/07/2012
Hello, writes the Polish, I am your fan. I read your book, I am very impressed with what people can do for children ... I have two daughters aged 6 years and 3 years and you get something unimaginable for them, went wrong. I lived in England where my daughters were born, I met some life into the British. Warm greetings from Polish
Magdelena, 31, Poland, 30/06/2012
Hi Cathy, love your books. I am 65 years & had never read a book until two years ago when I read a book of yours - The Night the Angels Came. How lovely it was. cried & cried. At the time I was on a cruise but couldn't put your book down. I have now read every book of yours and just finished A Baby's Cry. Please keep writing .
Hi Cathy, I just wanted to say that we are new foster carers of a beautiful 9 month old baby girl and I have just started reading your books. Which are helpful indeed. What a wonderful story you tell. Can't wait to read some more. When I get a free minute. It's your book I pick up. Thanks again.
Helen, UK, 29/06/2012
Hello Cathy, I love your books, you’re an inspiration to us all. I don’t know how you manage to cope with all the kids you get in your care plus your kids of your own. I hope to do a great job just like you when I'm a bit older and have kids of my own. Thanks again and keep writing. Stay safe and strong.
Heather L, UK, 28/06/2012
Hello. I am considering being a foster career. I love children and I would love to be a foster carer as I feel I have the skills, patience and love. I wanted to be a carer before I read your books, but they have inspired me more. I felt I was right there with you, they were truly amazing. I especially like The Saddest Girl in the World. I felt for Donna and thought the way her mother treated her was absolutely appalling. You are an amazing woman with amazing books, I hope you continue your amazing work. I hope one day I can be half the foster career you are. You are a truly phenomenal woman. Yours sincerely
Haleemat, UK, 28/06/2012
I’ve read all of your books and I'm looking forward to 'Another Forgotten Child' in September! Cathy you truly are an inspirational woman, the work you do is amazing. If only every child had a foster parent like you! I bet you hear all the time people saying they now want to foster after reading your books however I don't think some people really understand the work needed to be put in, it's by no means easy. At school I had a best friend and I knew she was under weight but I didn't think anything of it (I was only 12). but one day she didn't come to school and I learnt a week later she had been taken into care. There was an article in the local newspaper, her home was not fit for humans. There was dog and human mess all over the house and no food. Her mom was high on drugs and her dad was on holiday with his new wife and family. At least in this case they were found before it was too late. I'm so proud of her now, she has children of her own and she is the best mom to them I know. Sometimes the system fails and it gives it a bad name but it's because only the bad things are in the press.. Good things aren't. Thank you Cathy on behalf of every one of your fans.
Amy, 23, UK, 28/06/2012
Hi Cathy, Thank you for yet another fantastic book. I really enjoyed A Baby’s Cry. As always it made me cry but it was wonderful to see that Harrison had such a happy ending. Keep up the good work. I am looking forward to your next book in September. You are a real credit in all you do. Thanks for a great read
Lisa, UK, 27/06/2012
Hi there, I have 4 children. My eldest is 8 and he lives with my mum has done since birth, and my youngest is 3. They are all in care under a placement order. You know what that is so won’t need to explain. I just want to say a massive thanks because I feel reading your books helps. I think you are amazing. Hope you find the time to reply. Many thanks
Sherri, UK, 26/06/2012
Dear Cathy, I have just turned 15. The first book I read of yours was ‘Damaged’, and I read it when I was 14. I have recently finished reading ‘Cut’ and I am hoping to receive ‘Mummy Told Me Not To Tell’ today. You have become my favourite author, and have inspired me read more, especially you’re fantastic books. As for Jodie, I am generally so thankful that you agreed to help this little girl, and not give up on her, like so many others had done. Dawn, I am so glad how her story ended. I just really want to express how much of an exceptionally amazing person you are, and how fantastic you have been to these mistreated children. I know you may have received hundreds of emails from random people, and I appreciate that, but if you could reply to this note, I would be so unbelievably grateful. So thank you Cathy.
Ettie, UK, 25/06/2012
Hello. I have been reading your books at every opportunity I get. As I work with children in a nursery I feel it necessary to tell you what an amazing job you do with the children you foster. I was touched by A Baby’s Cry. I also have personal experience of the child’s side as I was adopted myself when I was young. I find your books help me get my head round why children can’t necessarily stay with their parents. I only have a couple more of your books to read and can’t wait for more. You are a truly respectable lady and I wish you and your children the best possible future. All my love, thanks and respect. Your children should be proud to have you as their mother I know I would be.
Beki B, UK, 25/06/2012
Hi Cathy I just read your book The Night the Angels Came. It was the
most heartbreaking book I've read in a long time.
Dear Cathy, I have just finished A Baby's Cry (3am). I could not put it down and am writing this with tears running down my cheeks. I have been in care – with a foster carer and in a children's home, happy to say relationship with my parents is fantastic. I now have 3 children and see myself as very lucky. I had some good foster parents and some not so good, but that's life. I never had one a good as you, your children are lucky to have you as there mum as I am to have my mum. Because of the things I went through when was younger I suffer with depression sometimes, but I am determined not to let this affect my children. My oldest two know that I was in care and we talk about it, but they do not know the reasons, as they are too young. When they are older I will tell them so the will understand when they feel I am hard on them. I have problems trusting people with my kids because of what happened to me. I am a loving caring person and I make sure my kids are safe. It’s a big ugly world we can live in. You come across as a person I can talk to. Please keep giving us your books as they are an in sight into something a lot of people don’t understand. My deepest thanks.
Maryann C, UK, 24/06/2012
I think you are an amazing person and u have the patience of a saint. I have read all of your books and there all as brill as each other, u inspire me. You make people like me want 2 become a better person. Thank you jus 4 being you. We need more people like you in the world.
Hi Cathy, I have read all your books and love them. You are an amazing writer and easy to read. I would like to go on your mailing list for new book notifications please. Thank you and keep the books coming
Georgina S, 22/06/2012
Dear Mrs. Cathy Glass, You properly hear this all the time but I am a big fan.
I think it is truly amazing what you do. You seem like a wonderful lady. I first started reading your books after hearing my mother and aunty talking about them and saying how good they are. They are fans as well. I thought I would give them a try even though they are not the sort of books I would normally read, but once I started reading Damaged I couldn't put it down. I now have all your books from Amazon and I am reading them again in chronological order. I can’t wait until Another Forgotten Child comes out I am following you on twitter.
Reece C, UK, 22/06/2012
Hi Cathy, I want to tell you, you are truly an amazing person. I have learned so much reading your books and cried in the ones I have read. I would love to foster children when I'm older but as I live in south Africa I don't really know of anything I can get involved with, but I'm keeping my ears and eyes open. You are truly a hero in my eyes and I will keep on reading your books. One of my friends also read your books and asked me to conclude her (Chante) in my email: her books are the most wonderful, most heart touching books I have ever read. It made me see the world and what I have in a different way. I want to help people more and after the first book I read of hers (A Baby's Cry) I have this idea in my head to become a foster parent ... I give u all my blessing in the future and hope for the best.
Carmen and Chante, 17, South Africa, 22/06/2012
Hi Cathy, About two weeks ago I read your book Damaged after randomly picking it up in the school library. I have since been fervently searching the library for all of your other books. I just wanted to say thank you for writing about
these children. I have always known that such things happen, but it never really registered with me until I started reading your book. I have cried at one point or another for all the books, and it pains me to know that so many other children have to go through the same things, with no one to help them. So once again, thank you for sharing all of those children's stories, they make my teenager problems seem so silly! From one of your many fans,
Natascha, 14, UK, 21/06/2012
I want to say I admire you, being able to bring up your children and offer other children the opportunity to be part of a loving family. I always wanted to be a foster carer but as a carer already I am unable to. I do feel a little foolish writing this email as we have never met but I know quite a bit about you from your books and you seem a lovely, kind, gentle and brilliant mother. I'm 23 and I live with my granddad Monday to Friday and then spend alternate weekends at my house and my partner’s house. I am a carer for my granddad and have been for 2 years. I gave up the opportunity of a career to care for my granddad and my Nan, who is now unfortunately in a care home. I have all your books and really admire your courage. I am reading The Night the Angels Came. My Granddad has cancer so I can understand how upsetting illnesses can be. He’s also had a stroke. My Nan has dementia and I doubt she remembers who I am although I spent 3 years looking after her. I looked after both my grandparents but at 21 I struggled to manage and Nan was put in a care home. My heart still breaks thinking about it and I feel such a failure for not being able to care for her at home. Ok, getting emotional now, so I’ll get off that topic. Your books help me through some very difficult times, allowing me to escape into someone else’s life and help me get my troubles back in perspective. Take care, god bless
Sammy, UK, 21/06/2012
CG: What a lovely caring young lady doing a wonderful job.