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CHAPTERS FOR A FATHERLESS GENERATIONWith honest humor and raw self-revelation, bestselling author Donald Miller tells the story of growing up without a father and openly talks about the issues that befall the fatherless generation. Raw and candid, Miller moves from self-pity and brokenness to hope and strength, highlighting a path for millions who are floundering in an age without positive male role models. Speaking to both men and women who grew up without a father--whether that father was physically absent or just emotionally aloof--this story of longing and ultimate hope will be a source of strength. Single moms and those whose spouses grew up in fatherless homes will find new understanding of those they love as they travel along this literary journey. This is a story of hope and promise. And if you let it, Donald Miller's journey will be an informal guide to pulling the rotted beams out from our foundations and replacing them with something upon which we can build our lives.

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It seems we humans carry the weight of our dads' shortcomings. I know&#8212;mine left when I was nine. Don writes with candid humor and unembarrassed honesty. he rips himself open. This book sings to those who have felt repsponsible for their father's demons. The truth is, our real Father is perfect in every way, especially in His love for us. Thanks, Don. This book spoke to a place deep inside of me.<p> &#8212;Jeff Foxworthy <p> Unfortunately, Father Fiction is not stranger than life . . . it is true life for millions of children. I am fond of saying that children have a hole in their souls in the shape of their dad, and when a father is unable or unwilling to fill that hole, it leaves a woulnd that is not easily healed. Like Don, I too was a fatherless boy and am a wounded soul as a result. Writing this book has helped heal Donald. Reading it has helped heal me.<p> &#8212;Roland C. Warren, president, National Fatherhood Initiative <p> Nobody does truly honest, personal stories qu

Don Miller has written another book that seamlessly blends raw emotion, vivid storytelling, and a life-changing message--all infused with sophisticated humor. Father Fiction exposes the wounds incurred in Don's own childhood, then paints a picture of hope for a different kind of future. A future I certainly want to see come true for all young people. <p>-- Josh Shipp, host of jump Shipp; author, The Teen's Guide to World Domination; MTV personality

Unfortunately, Father Fiction is not stranger than life . . . it is true life for millions of children. I am fond of saying that children have a hole in their souls in the shape of their dad, and when a father is unable or unwilling to fill that hole, it leaves a woulnd that is not easily healed. Like Don, I too was a fatherless boy and am a wounded soul as a result. Writing this book has helped heal Donald. Reading it has helped heal me. --Roland C. Warren, president, National Fatherhood Initiative Nobody does truly honest, personal stories quite like Don Miller. And while this is his unique journey, there are steps along the way which we've all had to take, and questions we've all had to ask . . . about love, worth, significance, and meaning. Don's trek to those answers is a compelling read. --Ernie Johnson, studio host, The NBA on TNT Don Miller has written another book that seamlessly blends raw emotion, vivid storytelling, and a life-changing message--all infused with sophisticated humor. Father Fiction exposes the wounds incurred in Don's own childhood, then paints a picture of hope for a different kind of future. A future I certainly want to see come true for all young people. --Josh Shipp, host of jump Shipp; author, The Teen's Guide to World Domination; MTV personality Unfortunately, Father Fiction is not stranger than life . . . it is true life for millions of children. I am fond of saying that children have a hole in their souls in the shape of their dad, and when a father is unable or unwilling to fill that hole, it leaves a woulnd that is not easily healed. Like Don, I too was a fatherless boy and am a wounded soul as a result. Writing this book has helped heal Donald. Reading it has helped heal me. --Roland C. Warren, president, National Fatherhood Initiative Nobody does truly honest, personal stories quite like Don Miller. And while this is his unique journey, there are steps along the way which we've all had to take, and questions we've all had to ask . . . about love, worth, significance, and meaning. Don's trek to those answers is a compelling read. --Ernie Johnson, studio host, The NBA on TNT Don Miller has written another book that seamlessly blends raw emotion, vivid storytelling, and a life-changing message all infused with sophisticated humor. Father Fiction exposes the wounds incurred in Don's own childhood, then paints a picture of hope for a different kind of future. A future I certainly want to see come true for all young people. --Josh Shipp, host of jump Shipp; author, The Teen's Guide to World Domination; MTV personality It seems we humans carry the weight of our dads' shortcomings. I know--mine left when I was nine. Don writes with candid humor and unembarrassed honesty. he rips himself open. This book sings to those who have felt repsponsible for their father's demons. The truth is, our real Father is perfect in every way, especially in His love for us. Thanks, Don. This book spoke to a place deep inside of me. --Jeff Foxworthy It seems we humans carry the weight of our dads' shortcomings. I know--mine left when I was nine. Don writes with candid humor and unembarrassed honesty. he rips himself open. This book sings to those who have felt repsponsible for their father's demons. The truth is, our real Father is perfect in every way, especially in His love for us. Thanks, Don. This book spoke to a place deep inside of me. --Jeff Foxworthy Unfortunately, Father Fiction is not stranger than life . . . it is true life for millions of children. I am fond of saying that children have a hole in their souls in the shape of their dad, and when a father is unable or unwilling to fill that hole, it leaves a woulnd that is not easily healed. Like Don, I too was a fatherless boy and am a wounded soul as a result. Writing this book has helped heal Donald. Reading it has helped heal me. --Roland C. Warren, president, National Fatherhood Initiative Nobody does truly honest, personal stories quite like Do

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Donald Miller is the founder of The Mentoring Project, an organization that helps churches start mentoring programs and pairs mentors with boys in need. He is the author of several books including New York Times bestsellers Scary Close, Blue Like Jazz, and A Million Miles in a Thousand Years. He is a frequent speaker, appearing at events such as the Women of Faith Conference, The Democratic National Convention, and Harvard University. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife and dogs.

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