The Female Baby Boomer Generation Shaped Women's Rights Gains Says Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, Author Of Women's Freedom: The Dawn Of Possibilities

Women's Freedom, The Dawn Of Possibilities, will be available at no charge in ebook form April 14 and 15, 2026 at Amazon.

Female baby boomers may be the grandmothers of today, but we should never forget that this group played a crucial role in the advancement of women's rights. As they entered the male dominated workforce and higher education in greater numbers than previous generations, they challenged traditional gender roles and expectations. New influential organizations such as the National Organization for Women (NOW) in 1966 marked a significant turning point, as these women campaigned for equal pay, reproductive rights, and access to education. These women bravely confronted systemic discrimination, leading to pivotal changes in legislation, including the Equal Pay Act of 1963 and the Title IX Amendment in 1972.

That time period is the subject of Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein's latest book, 'Women's Freedom: The Dawn Of Possibilities' available at no charge in ebook form April 15 and 16 at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U?.

In this engaging book, the lives of two young women, Madison and Ginger, take center stage. As they prepare to embark on their college journey in the fall of 1960, they are filled with excitement and anticipation to leave their homes behind and embark upon new adventures. From moments of heartfelt laughter to deep, unsettling fear, and everything in between—this story is filled with romance, mystery, and a dash of nostalgia that will evoke a whirlwind of emotions.

The backdrop of historical events and cultural shifts serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities these young women faced, offering a blend of humor, challenge, and romance. With limited resources and support, Madison and Ginger navigate a landscape where pregnancy often meant grappling with heart-wrenching decisions, from motherhood to adoption and beyond. It is an unforgettable journey filled with thrilling twists, and endearing friendships.

In the first book in this series, 'Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories', Holstein turns back the clock to the 1960s, introducing readers to three young college women at a pivotal moment in both their personal lives and the history of women’s rights. Through their experiences—marked by sexual awakening, identity struggles, and the pursuit of purpose—Holstein captures the emotional and psychological terrain that defined a generation.

What do their stories reveal? Although the cultural landscape continues to change today, the fundamental yearnings for autonomy, love, and self-expression endure as timeless and unwavering truths. Their journeys mirror the collective experiences of women across decades, making this novel not only deeply moving but profoundly resonant.

More information on both books is available at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U?.

Dr. Holstein is known for wrapping Positive Psychology concepts in forms of media that people find engaging, relatable and inspiring. These include:

Six bestselling, award-winning books (perfect for school libraries)

Four self-esteem workbooks for girls 8 and up

Award-winning films and coming of age selfie films

Podcasts

Dedicated websites

Stage plays

A library of articles

Ted-style talks

As a school psychologist and in her private practice, Dr. Holstein has worked with many children and parents, helping them to develop life skills in decision-making, recognition of their own talents, feel more courageous, and helping both kids and parents develop more successful inter-generational skills. Her last book, ‘Conflict and a Bit of Magic’, helps kids build self-esteem though reading the journal of a girl, identifying with the girl, and understanding they have more courage and resiliency than they thought they had. The book is based on the experiences of the already famous “girl” from 'The Truth, Diary of a Gutsy Tween' and 'Secrets, Diary of a Gutsy Teen', and achieved bestseller status in the multi-generational families category.

Dr. Holstein’s latest workbook for kids, ‘Secrets’ achieved bestseller status in the ‘Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Depression’ category.

Dr. Holstein's cutting-edge presentations, most recently based on the Covid-19 pandemic issues, can be found on both YouTube, Vimeo and on the Roku channel and Amazon Fire TV, titled as 'The Enchanted Self Presents'.

Dr. Holstein created The Selfie Showcase, a new project emerging from The Selfie Project, that allows young people to voice their opinions on subjects that matter to young people, including the pandemic.

The Selfie Showcase allows kids, teens, and young adults ages 13 to 18 to candidly express their concerns, worries, observations and possible solutions by creating selfie videos or films around important subjects using a smartphone. Dr. Holstein's mission is to help rectify, in several ways, some issues young people face by giving them a chance to engage with others in meaningful ways about the anxiety and stress they must grapple with constantly.

Dr. Holstein is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at barbara.holstein@gmail.com.More information about the Selfie Showcase is available at http://www.selfiefilmmakers.com. Selfie videos and selfie films can be uploaded at the site. Potential podcast guests can contact Dr. Holstein by email. More information is available at her primary website at http://www.enchantedself.com.

Profile:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, internationally known Positive Psychologist is the creator of The Enchanted Self ®, a positive psychology method for happiness and a pioneer in Selfies as Film. Dr. Holstein's Enchanted Self website was included as one of the best websites in positive psychology. She is in private practice in Long Branch, New Jersey with her husband, Dr. Russell M. Holstein.

Dr. Barbara can be found on the web, interviewed, writing articles and posting video 'TED' style talks on Happiness, Positive Psychology, Relationships and Parenting. Her Roku channel is: The Enchanted Self Presents.

She has been a contributor to Your Tango, Heart and Soul, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Honey Good, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Redbook, Real Simple, Women’s World, The Wall Street Journal, Psychcentral.com, Time online, Readers Digest, Parade, The Today Show and Family Circle Magazine.

Contact:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein
barbara.holstein@gmail.com
http://www.enchantedself.com 

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Hard-Won Women's Rights From The 1960s Are At Risk Of Being Undermined Says Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, Author Of Women's Freedom: The Dawn Of Possibilities

Women's Freedom, The Dawn Of Possibilities, will be available at no charge in ebook form March 23 and 24, 2026 at Amazon.

Sadly, women today find themselves at risk of losing some of the rights secured by the brave efforts of their forerunners in the 1960s. We remember the prominent leaders of that era, including Betty Friedan, Gloria Steinem, Shirley Chisholm, Angela Davis, Bella Abzug, and many others. Not only these leaders, but all women of that era embarked upon a timeless quest for independence and freedom.

That time period is the subject of Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein's latest book, 'Women's Freedom: The Dawn Of Possibilities' available at no charge in ebook form March 23 and 24 at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U?.

In this book, the lives of two young women, Madison and Ginger, take center stage. As they prepare to embark on their college journey in the fall of 1960, they are filled with excitement and anticipation to leave their homes behind for a myriad of personal reasons. From moments of heartfelt laughter to deep, unsettling fear, and everything in between—these pages are filled with romance, mystery, and a dash of nostalgia that will evoke a whirlwind of emotions.

The backdrop of historical events and cultural shifts serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities these young women faced, offering a blend of humor, challenge, and romance. With limited resources and support, Madison and Ginger navigate a landscape where pregnancy often meant grappling with heart-wrenching decisions, from motherhood to adoption and beyond. It is an unforgettable journey filled with thrilling twists, and endearing friendships.

In the first book in this series, 'Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories', Holstein turns back the clock to the 1960s, introducing readers to three young college women at a pivotal moment in both their personal lives and the history of women’s rights. Through their experiences—marked by sexual awakening, identity struggles, and the pursuit of purpose—Holstein captures the emotional and psychological terrain that defined a generation.

What do their stories reveal? That while the cultural landscape may evolve, the core desires for autonomy, love, and self-expression remain timeless. Their journeys mirror the collective experiences of women across decades, making this novel not only deeply moving but profoundly resonant.

More information on both books is available at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U?.

Dr. Holstein is known for wrapping Positive Psychology concepts in forms of media that people find engaging, relatable and inspiring. These include:

Six bestselling, award-winning books (perfect for school libraries)

Four self-esteem workbooks for girls 8 and up

Award-winning films and coming of age selfie films

Podcasts

Dedicated websites

Stage plays

A library of articles

Ted-style talks

As a school psychologist and in her private practice, Dr. Holstein has worked with many children and parents, helping them to develop life skills in decision-making, recognition of their own talents, feel more courageous, and helping both kids and parents develop more successful inter-generational skills. Her last book, ‘Conflict and a Bit of Magic’, helps kids build self-esteem though reading the journal of a girl, identifying with the girl, and understanding they have more courage and resiliency than they thought they had. The book is based on the experiences of the already famous “girl” from 'The Truth, Diary of a Gutsy Tween' and 'Secrets, Diary of a Gutsy Teen', and achieved bestseller status in the multi-generational families category.

Dr. Holstein’s latest workbook for kids, ‘Secrets’ achieved bestseller status in the ‘Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Depression’ category.

Dr. Holstein's cutting-edge presentations, most recently based on the Covid-19 pandemic issues, can be found on both YouTube, Vimeo and on the Roku channel and Amazon Fire TV, titled as 'The Enchanted Self Presents'.

Dr. Holstein created The Selfie Showcase, a new project emerging from The Selfie Project, that allows young people to voice their opinions on subjects that matter to young people, including the pandemic.

The Selfie Showcase allows kids, teens, and young adults ages 13 to 18 to candidly express their concerns, worries, observations and possible solutions by creating selfie videos or films around important subjects using a smartphone. Dr. Holstein's mission is to help rectify, in several ways, some issues young people face by giving them a chance to engage with others in meaningful ways about the anxiety and stress they must grapple with constantly.

Dr. Holstein is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at barbara.holstein@gmail.com.More information about the Selfie Showcase is available at http://www.selfiefilmmakers.com. Selfie videos and selfie films can be uploaded at the site. Potential podcast guests can contact Dr. Holstein by email. More information is available at her primary website at https://www.enchantedself.com.

Profile:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, internationally known Positive Psychologist is the creator of The Enchanted Self ®, a positive psychology method for happiness and a pioneer in Selfies as Film. Dr. Holstein's Enchanted Self website was included as one of the best websites in positive psychology. She is in private practice in Long Branch, New Jersey with her husband, Dr. Russell M. Holstein.

Dr. Barbara can be found on the web, interviewed, writing articles and posting video 'TED' style talks on Happiness, Positive Psychology, Relationships and Parenting. Her Roku channel is: The Enchanted Self Presents.

She has been a contributor to Your Tango, Heart and Soul, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Honey Good, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Redbook, Real Simple, Women’s World, The Wall Street Journal, Psychcentral.com, Time online, Readers Digest, Parade, The Today Show and Family Circle Magazine.

Contact:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein
barbara.holstein@gmail.com
https://www.enchantedself.com 

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Women's Rights In Danger Of Being Lost: Bestselling Author Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein Announces New Book, Women's Freedom: The Dawn Of Possibilities

In the tradition of authors like Judy Blume, Dr. Holstein pushes the envelope in covering the challenges girls really face, without sugar coating it or downplaying the feelings or passions young girls experience, regarding things that are important to them at this stage of their development.

Today, women are in danger of losing some of the rights granted them through the valiant efforts of women in the 1960s. We are all familiar with the names of women who were the leaders in those movements: Betty Friedan, Gloria Steinem, Shirley Chisholm, Angela Davis, Bella Abzug and many more. But what was life really like for the "Boomers" in the 60s? That is the subject of Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein's latest book, 'Women's Freedom: The Dawn Of Possibilities'.

In this book, the lives of two young women, Madison and Ginger, take center stage. As they prepare to embark on their college journey in the fall of 1960, they are filled with excitement and anticipation to leave their homes behind for a myriad of personal reasons. From moments of heartfelt laughter to deep, unsettling fear, and everything in between—these pages are filled with romance, mystery, and a dash of nostalgia that will evoke a whirlwind of emotions.

The backdrop of historical events and cultural shifts serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities these young women faced, offering a blend of humor, challenge, and romance. With limited resources and support, Madison and Ginger navigate a landscape where pregnancy often meant grappling with heart-wrenching decisions, from motherhood to adoption and beyond. It is an unforgettable journey filled with thrilling twists, endearing friendships, and the timeless quest for independence.

In the first book in this series, 'Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories', Holstein turns back the clock to the 1960s, introducing readers to three young college women at a pivotal moment in both their personal lives and the history of women’s rights. Through their experiences—marked by sexual awakening, identity struggles, and the pursuit of purpose—Holstein captures the emotional and psychological terrain that defined a generation.

What do their stories reveal? That while the cultural landscape may evolve, the core desires for autonomy, love, and self-expression remain timeless. Their journeys mirror the collective experiences of women across decades, making this novel not only deeply moving but profoundly resonant.

'Women's Freedom: The Dawn Of Possibilities' will be available at no charge in ebook form on the following dates:

November 30
December 6
December 9
December 16
December 21

'Women's Freedom: Unfinished Love Stories' will be available at no charge in ebook form on the following dates:

December 8
December 15
December 22

More information on both books is available at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U?.

Dr. Holstein is known for wrapping Positive Psychology concepts in forms of media that people find engaging, relatable and inspiring. These include:

Four bestselling, award-winning books (perfect for school libraries)

Four self-esteem workbooks for girls 8 and up

Award-winning films and coming of age selfie films

Podcasts

Dedicated websites

Stage plays

A library of articles

Ted-style talks

As a school psychologist and in her private practice, Dr. Holstein has worked with many children and parents, helping them to develop life skills in decision-making, recognition of their own talents, feel more courageous, and helping both kids and parents develop more successful inter-generational skills. Her last book, ‘Conflict and a Bit of Magic’, helps kids build self-esteem though reading the journal of a girl, identifying with the girl, and understanding they have more courage and resiliency than they thought they had. The book is based on the experiences of the already famous “girl” from 'The Truth, Diary of a Gutsy Tween' and 'Secrets, Diary of a Gutsy Teen', and achieved bestseller status in the multi-generational families category.

Dr. Holstein’s latest workbook for kids, ‘Secrets’ achieved bestseller status in the ‘Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Depression’ category.

Dr. Holstein's cutting-edge presentations, most recently based on the Covid-19 pandemic issues, can be found on both YouTube, Vimeo and on the Roku channel and Amazon Fire TV, titled as 'The Enchanted Self Presents'.

Dr. Holstein created The Selfie Showcase, a new project emerging from The Selfie Project, that allows young people to voice their opinions on subjects that matter to young people, including the pandemic.

The Selfie Showcase allows kids, teens, and young adults ages 13 to 18 to candidly express their concerns, worries, observations and possible solutions by creating selfie videos or films around important subjects using a smartphone. Dr. Holstein's mission is to help rectify, in several ways, some issues young people face by giving them a chance to engage with others in meaningful ways about the anxiety and stress they must grapple with constantly.

Dr. Holstein is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at barbara.holstein@gmail.com.More information about the Selfie Showcase is available at http://www.selfiefilmmakers.com. Selfie videos and selfie films can be uploaded at the site. Potential podcast guests can contact Dr. Holstein by email. More information is available at her primary website at http://www.enchantedself.com.

Profile:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, internationally known Positive Psychologist is the creator of The Enchanted Self ®, a positive psychology method for happiness and a pioneer in Selfies as Film. Dr. Holstein's Enchanted Self website was included as one of the best websites in positive psychology. She is in private practice in Long Branch, New Jersey with her husband, Dr. Russell M. Holstein.

Dr. Barbara can be found on the web, interviewed, writing articles and posting video 'TED' style talks on Happiness, Positive Psychology, Relationships and Parenting. Her Roku channel is: The Enchanted Self Presents.

She has been a contributor to Your Tango, Heart and Soul, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Honey Good, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Redbook, Real Simple, Women’s World, The Wall Street Journal, Psychcentral.com, Time online, Readers Digest, Parade, The Today Show and Family Circle Magazine.

Contact:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein
barbara.holstein@gmail.com
http://www.enchantedself.com 

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Women's Rights In Danger Of Being Lost: Bestselling Author Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein's New Book, Women's Freedom: Unfinished Love Stories Available At No Charge In Ebook Form

In the tradition of authors like Judy Blume, Dr. Holstein pushes the envelope in covering the challenges girls really face, without sugar coating it or downplaying the feelings or passions young girls experience, regarding things that are important to them at this stage of their development.

Are we witnessing the alarming unraveling of women’s hard-won rights? In today’s heated political climate, many are increasingly concerned that the strides women have made since the 1950s could soon be reversed. The relentless quest for equality, sparked by the Baby Boomer generation, seems to be entering a precarious and unpredictable new chapter. This is a moment that demands our attention and action.

The power to build one's life in any way one chooses lies at the heart of Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories, the latest novel by bestselling author Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein. In a powerful blend of fiction and historical reflection, Holstein revisits the era where it all began. The ebook version will be available at no charge at Amazon October 28 and 29th at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U?.

The feminist movements of the 1960s and 70s challenged the status quo, opening doors that had long been closed. Women began to assert themselves in every sphere—education, the workforce, and eventually, the halls of power. By the 21st century, they had not only shattered glass ceilings but redefined them, ascending to leadership roles once deemed unattainable.

In Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories, Holstein turns back the clock to the 1960s, introducing readers to three young college women at a pivotal moment in both their personal lives and the history of women’s rights. Through their experiences—marked by sexual awakening, identity struggles, and the pursuit of purpose—Holstein captures the emotional and psychological terrain that defined a generation.

What do their stories reveal? That while the cultural landscape may evolve, the core desires for autonomy, love, and self-expression remain timeless. Their journeys mirror the collective experiences of women across decades, making this novel not only deeply moving but profoundly resonant.

Dr. Holstein has also announced a new book, 'Women's Freedom, The Dawn Of Possibilities'.

"This is a story about two young women coming of age in the 1960s," Dr. Holstein stated. "They live together as roommates, attending college in the city. They stay together as lifelong friends. They find themselves in love and out of love, happy and miserable, scared and confident. They fall into some mysteries they can’t solve, and some they can figure out. They reach for the stars, sometimes settling for less and sometimes grabbing more. I don’t think you will ever forget them, since you will see glimmers of yourself in these pages. Enjoy their successes and their failures. Some of the people they meet, and the things that happen to them, are funny and strange and sure to remind you of moments in your own exploration of life."

Women's Freedom, The Dawn Of Possibilities, will be available in late 2025.

Dr. Holstein is known for wrapping Positive Psychology concepts in forms of media that people find engaging, relatable and inspiring. These include:

Four bestselling, award-winning books (perfect for school libraries)

Four self-esteem workbooks for girls 8 and up

Award-winning films and coming of age selfie films

Podcasts

Dedicated websites

Stage plays

A library of articles

Ted-style talks

As a school psychologist and in her private practice, Dr. Holstein has worked with many children and parents, helping them to develop life skills in decision-making, recognition of their own talents, feel more courageous, and helping both kids and parents develop more successful inter-generational skills. Her last book, ‘Conflict and a Bit of Magic’, helps kids build self-esteem though reading the journal of a girl, identifying with the girl, and understanding they have more courage and resiliency than they thought they had. The book is based on the experiences of the already famous “girl” from 'The Truth, Diary of a Gutsy Tween' and 'Secrets, Diary of a Gutsy Teen', and achieved bestseller status in the multi-generational families category.

Dr. Holstein’s latest workbook for kids, ‘Secrets’ achieved bestseller status in the ‘Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Depression’ category.

Dr. Holstein's cutting-edge presentations, most recently based on the Covid-19 pandemic issues, can be found on both YouTube, Vimeo and on the Roku channel and Amazon Fire TV, titled as 'The Enchanted Self Presents'.

Dr. Holstein created The Selfie Showcase, a new project emerging from The Selfie Project, that allows young people to voice their opinions on subjects that matter to young people, including the pandemic.

The Selfie Showcase allows kids, teens, and young adults ages 13 to 18 to candidly express their concerns, worries, observations and possible solutions by creating selfie videos or films around important subjects using a smartphone. Dr. Holstein's mission is to help rectify, in several ways, some issues young people face by giving them a chance to engage with others in meaningful ways about the anxiety and stress they must grapple with constantly.

Dr. Holstein is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at barbara.holstein@gmail.com.More information about the Selfie Showcase is available at http://www.selfiefilmmakers.com. Selfie videos and selfie films can be uploaded at the site. Potential podcast guests can contact Dr. Holstein by email. More information is available at her primary website at http://www.enchantedself.com.

Profile:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, internationally known Positive Psychologist is the creator of The Enchanted Self ®, a positive psychology method for happiness and a pioneer in Selfies as Film. Dr. Holstein's Enchanted Self website was included as one of the best websites in positive psychology. She is in private practice in Long Branch, New Jersey with her husband, Dr. Russell M. Holstein.

Dr. Barbara can be found on the web, interviewed, writing articles and posting video 'TED' style talks on Happiness, Positive Psychology, Relationships and Parenting. Her Roku channel is: The Enchanted Self Presents.

She has been a contributor to Your Tango, Heart and Soul, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Honey Good, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Redbook, Real Simple, Women’s World, The Wall Street Journal, Psychcentral.com, Time online, Readers Digest, Parade, The Today Show and Family Circle Magazine.

Contact:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein
barbara.holstein@gmail.com
http://www.enchantedself.com 

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Women's Freedom: Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, Author Of Women's Freedom, Interviews NYT Bestselling Author Gwen Strauss, Announces New Ebook Download

In the interview, Dr. Holstein discussed Strauss' bestselling book, 'The Nine'. She also announced a no-charge download of her own bestseller, 'Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories' on September 22 at Amazon. 

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein recently interviewed NYT Bestselling Author Gwen Strauss about her historical fiction novel, 'The Nine: The True Story of a Band of Women Who Survived the Worst of Nazi Germany.' She also announced that the ebook version of 'Women's Freedom: Unfinished Love Stories' will be available September 22, 2025 at no charge at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U?.

The Wall Street Journal called The Nine "[A] narrative of unfathomable courage". 'The Nine' follows the true story of the author’s great aunt Hélène Podliasky, who led a band of nine female resistance fighters as they escaped a German forced labor camp and made a ten-day journey across the front lines of WWII from Germany back to Paris.

The nine women were all under thirty when they joined the resistance. They smuggled arms through Europe, harbored parachuting agents, coordinated communications between regional sectors, trekked escape routes to Spain and hid Jewish children in scattered apartments. They were arrested by French police, interrogated and tortured by the Gestapo. They were subjected to a series of French prisons and deported to Germany. The group formed along the way, meeting at different points, in prison, in transit, and at Ravensbrück. By the time they were enslaved at the labor camp in Leipzig, they were a close-knit group of friends. During the final days of the war, forced onto a death march, the nine chose their moment and made a daring escape.

Drawing on incredible research, this powerful, heart-stopping narrative from Gwen Strauss is a moving tribute to the power of humanity and friendship in the darkest of times.

The interview with Strauss is available at Dr. Holstein's website at https://www.enchantedself.com/enchanted-self-returns/.

The no-charge download of the ebook version of 'Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories, will take place September 22, 2025 at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U?.

From 1960 to the present day, the role of women in society has undergone a dramatic transformation. In the early 60s, women were often confined to domestic spaces, their aspirations curtailed by rigid societal norms. But change was on the horizon.

The feminist movements of the 1960s and 70s challenged the status quo, opening doors that had long been closed. Women began to assert themselves in every sphere—education, the workforce, and eventually, the halls of power. By the 21st century, they had not only shattered glass ceilings but redefined them, ascending to leadership roles once deemed unattainable.

The fight is far from over—and stories like Holstein’s serve as powerful reminders of how far we’ve come, and how much remains unfinished.

In 'Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories', Holstein turns back the clock to the 1960s, introducing readers to three young college women at a pivotal moment in both their personal lives and the history of women’s rights. Through their experiences—marked by awakening, identity struggles, and the pursuit of purpose—Holstein captures the emotional and psychological terrain that defined a generation.

What do their stories reveal? That while the cultural landscape may evolve, the core desires for autonomy, love, and self-expression remain timeless. Their journeys mirror the collective experiences of women across decades, making this novel not only deeply moving but profoundly resonant.

Dr. Holstein is known for wrapping Positive Psychology concepts in forms of media that people find engaging, relatable and inspiring. These include:

Four bestselling, award-winning books (perfect for school libraries)

Four self-esteem workbooks for girls 8 and up

Award-winning films and coming of age selfie films

Podcasts

Dedicated websites

Stage plays

A library of articles

Ted-style talks

As a school psychologist and in her private practice, Dr. Holstein has worked with many children and parents, helping them to develop life skills in decision-making, recognition of their own talents, feel more courageous, and helping both kids and parents develop more successful inter-generational skills. Her last book, ‘Conflict and a Bit of Magic’, helps kids build self-esteem though reading the journal of a girl, identifying with the girl, and understanding they have more courage and resiliency than they thought they had. The book is based on the experiences of the already famous “girl” from 'The Truth, Diary of a Gutsy Tween' and 'Secrets, Diary of a Gutsy Teen', and achieved bestseller status in the multi-generational families category.

Dr. Holstein’s latest workbook for kids, ‘Secrets’ achieved bestseller status in the ‘Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Depression’ category.

Dr. Holstein's cutting-edge presentations, most recently based on the Covid-19 pandemic issues, can be found on both YouTube, Vimeo and on the Roku channel and Amazon Fire TV, titled as 'The Enchanted Self Presents'.

Dr. Holstein recently created The Selfie Showcase, a new project emerging from The Selfie Project, that allows young people to voice their opinions on subjects that matter to young people, including the pandemic.

The Selfie Showcase allows kids, teens, and young adults ages 13 to 18 to candidly express their concerns, worries, observations and possible solutions by creating selfie videos or films around important subjects using a smartphone. Dr. Holstein's mission is to help rectify, in several ways, some issues young people face by giving them a chance to engage with others in meaningful ways about the anxiety and stress they must grapple with constantly.

Dr. Holstein is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at barbara.holstein@gmail.com.More information about the Selfie Showcase is available at http://www.selfiefilmmakers.com. Selfie videos and selfie films can be uploaded at the site. Potential podcast guests can contact Dr. Holstein by email. More information is available at her primary website at http://www.enchantedself.com.

Profile:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, internationally known Positive Psychologist is the creator of The Enchanted Self ®, a positive psychology method for happiness and a pioneer in Selfies as Film. Dr. Holstein's Enchanted Self website was included as one of the best websites in positive psychology. She is in private practice in Long Branch, New Jersey with her husband, Dr. Russell M. Holstein.

Dr. Barbara can be found on the web, interviewed, writing articles and posting video 'TED' style talks on Happiness, Positive Psychology, Relationships and Parenting. Her Roku channel is: The Enchanted Self Presents.

She has been a contributor to Your Tango, Heart and Soul, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Honey Good, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Redbook, Real Simple, Women’s World, The Wall Street Journal, Psychcentral.com, Time online, Readers Digest, Parade, The Today Show and Family Circle Magazine.

Contact:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein
barbara.holstein@gmail.com
http://www.enchantedself.com

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Women's Rights In Danger Of Being Lost: Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories By Bestselling Author Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein Available At No Charge In Ebook Form

In the tradition of authors like Judy Blume, Dr. Holstein pushes the envelope in covering the challenges girls really face, without sugar coating it or downplaying the feelings or passions young girls experience, regarding things that are important to them at this stage of their development.

Are we on the verge of seeing women's hard-won rights begin to unravel? In today’s charged political atmosphere, many fear that the progress women have made since the 1950s is once again under threat. The long, arduous fight for equality—ignited by the Boomer generation—may be entering a new and uncertain chapter.

This concern lies at the heart of Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories, the latest novel by bestselling author Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein. In a powerful blend of fiction and historical reflection, Holstein revisits the era where it all began. The ebook version will be available at no charge at Amazon August 7 and August 8 at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U?.

From 1960 to the present day, the role of women in society has undergone a dramatic transformation. In the early 60s, women were often confined to domestic spaces, their aspirations curtailed by rigid societal norms. But change was on the horizon.

The feminist movements of the 1960s and 70s challenged the status quo, opening doors that had long been closed. Women began to assert themselves in every sphere—education, the workforce, and eventually, the halls of power. By the 21st century, they had not only shattered glass ceilings but redefined them, ascending to leadership roles once deemed unattainable.

The fight is far from over—and stories like Holstein’s serve as powerful reminders of how far we’ve come, and how much remains unfinished.

In Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories, Holstein turns back the clock to the 1960s, introducing readers to three young college women at a pivotal moment in both their personal lives and the history of women’s rights. Through their experiences—marked by sexual awakening, identity struggles, and the pursuit of purpose—Holstein captures the emotional and psychological terrain that defined a generation.

What do their stories reveal? That while the cultural landscape may evolve, the core desires for autonomy, love, and self-expression remain timeless. Their journeys mirror the collective experiences of women across decades, making this novel not only deeply moving but profoundly resonant.

Dr. Holstein wraps Positive Psychology concepts in forms of media that people find engaging, relatable and inspiring. These include:

Four bestselling, award-winning books (perfect for school libraries)

Four self-esteem workbooks for girls 8 and up

Award-winning films and coming of age selfie films

Podcasts

Dedicated websites

Stage plays

A library of articles

Ted-style talks

As a school psychologist and in her private practice, Dr. Holstein has worked with many children and parents, helping them to develop life skills in decision-making, recognition of their own talents, feel more courageous, and helping both kids and parents develop more successful inter-generational skills. Her last book, ‘Conflict and a Bit of Magic’, helps kids build self-esteem though reading the journal of a girl, identifying with the girl, and understanding they have more courage and resiliency than they thought they had. The book is based on the experiences of the already famous “girl” from 'The Truth, Diary of a Gutsy Tween' and 'Secrets, Diary of a Gutsy Teen', and achieved bestseller status in the multi-generational families category.

Dr. Holstein’s latest workbook for kids, ‘Secrets’ achieved bestseller status in the ‘Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Depression’ category.

Dr. Holstein's cutting-edge presentations, most recently based on the Covid-19 pandemic issues, can be found on both YouTube, Vimeo and on the Roku channel and Amazon Fire TV, titled as 'The Enchanted Self Presents'.

Dr. Holstein recently created The Selfie Showcase, a new project emerging from The Selfie Project, that allows young people to voice their opinions on subjects that matter to young people, including the pandemic.

The Selfie Showcase allows kids, teens, and young adults ages 13 to 18 to candidly express their concerns, worries, observations and possible solutions by creating selfie videos or films around important subjects using a smartphone. Dr. Holstein's mission is to help rectify, in several ways, some issues young people face by giving them a chance to engage with others in meaningful ways about the anxiety and stress they must grapple with constantly.

Dr. Holstein is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at barbara.holstein@gmail.com.More information about the Selfie Showcase is available at http://www.selfiefilmmakers.com. Selfie videos and selfie films can be uploaded at the site. Potential podcast guests can contact Dr. Holstein by email. More information is available at her primary website at http://www.enchantedself.com.

Profile:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, internationally known Positive Psychologist is the creator of The Enchanted Self ®, a positive psychology method for happiness and a pioneer in Selfies as Film. Dr. Holstein's Enchanted Self website was included as one of the best websites in positive psychology. She is in private practice in Long Branch, New Jersey with her husband, Dr. Russell M. Holstein.

Dr. Barbara can be found on the web, interviewed, writing articles and posting video 'TED' style talks on Happiness, Positive Psychology, Relationships and Parenting. Her Roku channel is: The Enchanted Self Presents.

She has been a contributor to Your Tango, Heart and Soul, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Honey Good, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Redbook, Real Simple, Women’s World, The Wall Street Journal, Psychcentral.com, Time online, Readers Digest, Parade, The Today Show and Family Circle Magazine.

Contact:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein
barbara.holstein@gmail.com
http://www.enchantedself.com

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Eye Opening Book For Female Boomers: Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories By Bestselling Author Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein Available At No Charge In Ebook Form

In the tradition of authors like Judy Blume, Dr. Holstein pushes the envelope in covering the challenges girls really face, without sugar coating it or downplaying the feelings or passions young girls experience, regarding things that are important to them at this stage of their development.

From 1960 to the present, women's roles have evolved significantly. In the 60s, societal norms often confined women to traditional roles as homemakers and caregivers. However, the feminist movement of the 1960s and 1970s began to challenge these norms and women began to see real progress.

In the years following women made notable strides in education, politics, and the workplace. By the 21st century, women had become CEOs of major corporations, held high-ranking positions in government, and made significant contributions to various professions. The #MeToo movement and ongoing advocacy for gender equality continue to this day, ensuring that the conversation about women's rights remains at the forefront of societal progress.

It was a long and difficult fight. That is the subject of bestselling author Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein's latest book, 'Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories', available in ebook form at no charge June 9, June 10, June 16 and June 17 at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U?.

In this highly engaging work of fiction, Holstein explores the struggles and desires of young women in the 1960s: the complexities of sexuality, identity, and self-discovery. She introduces readers to three college students navigating the intricacies of their sexual energies and the paths to their futures. Their journeys are a mirror to the experiences of women throughout history, highlighting the universal longings and challenges that have shaped previous generations.

"This book speaks the truth," Dr. Holstein stated. Of course a lot of books do so. Women's issues have been important since we all lived in caves. So were men's issues. The women tried to keep babies alive and the men tried to protect their loved ones and kill the beasts. That probably worked ok for a few million years. But in the last few thousand years it was better to usually be a man. You inherited from your parents, your sister's didn't . You might die in warfare but you wouldn't die at the stake for being a healer who understood plants and herbs and could keep people alive.

"Fast forward to the 1960s. Anxiety and fear followed most young women as they made their way into new worlds of opportunity and progress. This book is the story of 3 of those girls. Maybe your grandmother was like them, or an older friend in your family who had the courage to become a scientist or a professor. Reading this book will amaze you as these young women fight anxiety and confusion and desire every day of their college life, as they try to reach for the stars and handle their own longings. It was hard to be a young woman in the sixties. I know - I was one of them. We need to understand their stories so we can help women now and in the future to have more courage and less anxiety and fear.

"Readers may find themselves reflecting on their own rights, needs, and the societal influences that have shaped their perceptions. 'Women's Freedom' will awaken readers to some of these important issues and reminds us that fair treatment and understanding are the keys to a future filled with self-discovery, emotional growth and sense of gratitude for those who helped create the freedom women enjoy today."

The ebook version of 'Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories' will be available at no charge June 9, June 10, June 16 and June 17 at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U?.

Dr. Holstein wraps Positive Psychology concepts in forms of media that people find engaging, relatable and inspiring. These include:

Four bestselling, award-winning books (perfect for school libraries)

Four self-esteem workbooks for girls 8 and up

Award-winning films and coming of age selfie films

Podcasts

Dedicated websites

Stage plays

A library of articles

Ted-style talks

As a school psychologist and in her private practice, Dr. Holstein has worked with many children and parents, helping them to develop life skills in decision-making, recognition of their own talents, feel more courageous, and helping both kids and parents develop more successful inter-generational skills. Her last book, ‘Conflict and a Bit of Magic’, helps kids build self-esteem though reading the journal of a girl, identifying with the girl, and understanding they have more courage and resiliency than they thought they had. The book is based on the experiences of the already famous “girl” from 'The Truth, Diary of a Gutsy Tween' and 'Secrets, Diary of a Gutsy Teen', and achieved bestseller status in the multi-generational families category.

Dr. Holstein’s latest workbook for kids, ‘Secrets’ achieved bestseller status in the ‘Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Depression’ category.

Dr. Holstein's cutting-edge presentations, most recently based on the Covid-19 pandemic issues, can be found on both YouTube, Vimeo and on the Roku channel and Amazon Fire TV, titled as 'The Enchanted Self Presents'.

Dr. Holstein recently created The Selfie Showcase, a new project emerging from The Selfie Project, that allows young people to voice their opinions on subjects that matter to young people, including the pandemic.

The Selfie Showcase allows kids, teens, and young adults ages 13 to 18 to candidly express their concerns, worries, observations and possible solutions by creating selfie videos or films around important subjects using a smartphone. Dr. Holstein's mission is to help rectify, in several ways, some issues young people face by giving them a chance to engage with others in meaningful ways about the anxiety and stress they must grapple with constantly.

Dr. Holstein is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at barbara.holstein@gmail.com.More information about the Selfie Showcase is available at http://www.selfiefilmmakers.com. Selfie videos and selfie films can be uploaded at the site. Potential podcast guests can contact Dr. Holstein by email. More information is available at her primary website at http://www.enchantedself.com.

Profile:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, internationally known Positive Psychologist is the creator of The Enchanted Self ®, a positive psychology method for happiness and a pioneer in Selfies as Film. Dr. Holstein's Enchanted Self website was included as one of the best websites in positive psychology. She is in private practice in Long Branch, New Jersey with her husband, Dr. Russell M. Holstein.

Dr. Barbara can be found on the web, interviewed, writing articles and posting video 'TED' style talks on Happiness, Positive Psychology, Relationships and Parenting. Her Roku channel is: The Enchanted Self Presents.

She has been a contributor to Your Tango, Heart and Soul, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Honey Good, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Redbook, Real Simple, Women’s World, The Wall Street Journal, Psychcentral.com, Time online, Readers Digest, Parade, The Today Show and Family Circle Magazine.

Contact:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein
barbara.holstein@gmail.com
http://www.enchantedself.com 

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Detroit Michigan Then And Now - From Boom To Bust

Erica Miner’s new release, FourEver Friends, offers an in depth, first person glimpse at the 60's era; an era that Boomer Detroit residents look to with nostalgia and young adults look to with curiosity. She will be appearing on The Authors Show Radio on November 12, 2009

Though many people today think of the Sixties as a bygone era, Boomers hold these years dear within their hearts and minds. In the 60's Detroit symbolized the American Dream. Now all of that has changed.

On Labor Day in 1960, when JFK gave the keynote speech in downtown Detroit, the city was thriving. Businesses were doing well, education was well-funded and in top form, the city abounded with talent, especially among young people, and it was the all-important hub of Labor in the US. When Kennedy was assassinated in 1963, and subsequently the city exploded into race riots in 1967, all of that began to change.Erica Miner's newest novel, FourEver Friends, tells the tale of four teenage girls set in 1960's Detroit. It is a time she remembers fondly.

"As a high school student at that time," states Ms. Miner, "I was full of hope for my city, my country, and my generation. I remember how wonderful it felt to anticipate the great changes to come. Since then my beloved city has been in a downward spiral, and with the current recession Detroit is hurting more than any other city in the US: the auto industry woes, the 15+% unemployment, are just the tip of this iceberg."

Originally Ms. Miner wrote the book as a love letter to her four ‘BFFs’ and to the school that gave us them an astonishing foundation that they were able to draw on. The book can now be seen as somewhat of a snap shot that captures a better time, lived in a better place.

In FourEver Friends, Ms. Miner takes us back to an era that Baby Boomers look to with nostalgia and young adults look to with curiosity. The 1960's were a time of new hope and idealism that ultimately dissolved into volatility and violence. In a specialized inner city Detroit high school, four teenage girls have established the roots of lasting friendship. Their backgrounds are different, but their passion for classical music and angst over raging hormones link them irrevocably. The girls' school is a cultural melting pot of race and ethnicity in which students are judged by their intellect and talents, not the color of their skin or religious upbringing.

"As heartbreaking as it is for me to observe the troubles of the (no longer) Motor City," stated Ms. Miner, "I still see Detroit in my mind as it once was. My fictionalized memoir FourEver Friends, takes a trip down memory lane to a time when the Boomer generation navigated the waters of their adolescence against the background of JFK’s election, the Cuban Missile Crisis, the advent of the Beatles, and other major socio-political events. Even though some of these events could be considered in a negative light, those were the best days the city and the people there had ever experienced. This book will bring back fond memories of those times."

Erica Miner will be appearing on The Authors Show Radio (www.TheAuthorsShow.com) on Nov 12, 2009. FourEver Friends is now available at Ms. Miner's website at www.ericaminer.com, Amazon.com, and Barnes and Noble. She can be contacted by email at emwriter@earthlink.net.

FourEver Friends
Erica Miner
Nightengale Press
ISBN - 9781933449739

Profile:

Violinist turned author Erica Miner has established a reputation as an award-winning screenwriter, author, lecturer and poet.

A native of Detroit, she studied music at Boston University, the New England Conservatory of Music, and the Tanglewood Music Center. After experiencing a variety of highs and lows in her quest to forge a career in New York City, Erica won the coveted position of violinist with the Metropolitan Opera Company. When injuries from a car accident spelled the end of her musical career, she drew upon her lifelong love of writing for inspiration and studied poetry and screenwriting, winning awards in both categories.

After moving to the west coast, Erica honed her screenwriting skills with author and script guru Linda Seger of "Making a Good Script Great" fame and with Ken Rotcop, the author of “Perfect Pitch.” Erica’s ten screenplays, one of which is based on her award-winning debut novel, Travels with My Lovers, have won awards and/or placed in such competitions as WinFemme, Santa Fe and the Writer’s Digest. She was a prizewinner in the Damas Gracias Poetry Competition in Upstate New York, and her essays and articles have appeared in Vision Magazine, WORD San Diego and numerous newsletters and E-zines. She is the author of Travels with My Lovers and FourEver Friends. Erica has completed the screenplay of her new novel, Murder in the Pit, scheduled for release in 2010.

In addition Erica has developed a number of writing lectures, workshops and seminars on writing. Erica is available for interview and can be reached by using the information below.

Erica Miner
emwriter@earthlink.net
www.EricaMiner.com

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Author Richard Palombi Releases Open The Door Richard, A Comedic Book For Baby Boomers

Author Richard Palombi Releases Open The Door Richard, A Comedic Book For Baby Boomers


Author offers a hilarious look at teens coming of age in the 1950’s and 1960’s in Texas

Author Richard Palombi has released his new book, Open The Door, Richard, a hilarious look at growing up in the 1950’s and 1960’s.

Written in the style of Dave Barry and other authors in the same vein, the book details Mr Palombi’s adventures with his siblings during the ‘Boomer formative years’. Mr. Palombi’s stories are related to court ordered psychologists, just after he is convicted of road rage some 40 years later. The book details these stories in a style that makes for entertaining reading.

“Growing up in the 1950’s,” stated Mr. Palombi, “with two brothers and a sister was no picnic. So what if my oldest brother John was a natural athlete and a bona fide genius? Take away his speed reading and the photographic memory and he was just another jock. Middle brother, Harry, on the other hand, was the rat of the family and a veritable thorn in my side. Judy idolized me--or so she said-- but that never stopped her from squealing on me. It was my beloved mother's bedtime stories, however, that were the cause of my many phobias.”

Baby Boomers in particular should enjoy the book. It’s a humorous look back at growing up in the fifties and sixties. “We didn’t need gangs back then,” stated Mr. Palombi, “we did enough damage with family and friends.”

“The book started out as a joke between my father and myself. I used to write routines for comedians back in the seventies. I later started a street ministry for at-risk teens and became involved in prison ministry. After that, I worked in numerous psychiatric facilities and treatment centers for alcohol and drug addiction. Throughout my career, I’ve been involved with a good many people from all walks of life. Regardless of the circumstances, however, my comedy edge remained sharp. I’d always planned to write again after retirement. Open The Door, Richard is the first of my efforts.”

Open The Door, Richard is available at the Stonegarden Publishing website at www.stonegarden.net, Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble.com and at most large Internet book retailers

Richard Palombi
Open The Door Richard
Stonegarden.net Publishing
ISBN 1-60076-126-7

Profile:

Retired with five grandchildren, Richard Palombi wrote jokes and monologues for various stand-up comedians in the seventies and eighties. He later started a street ministry for at-risk teens in Houston, Texas and became involved in prison ministry.

He was also a chaplain at Harris County Jail until moving to Austin, where he worked in various psychiatric hospitals and alcohol and drug centers. He’s written three novels: Open the Door, Richard; Big Son ‘n Little Son; and The Geronimo Corndogs.

Contact:
Richard Palombi
RichardPalombi@sbcglobal.net
www.stonegarden.net
3851 Cottonwood Dr.,
Danville, CA 94506
(925) 984-7867

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