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Steadfast Ink - The Journey Within A daughter's quest to uncover her father's truths, and share them with the world. Experience one woman's incredible story about what she uncovered in a treasure trove of WWII letters, hidden away by her Czech father. As the WWII generation passes on, their children and grandchildren must carry on their stories of loss and hope-making us aware of the consequences of indifference. As author Joanie Holzer Schirm sets the voices free, her discoveries become the greatest gift of all for a world in turmoil that needs more hope.

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"""Joanie Holzer Schirm has a voice and a heart needed now more than ever. Having read her first two books, Steadfast Ink once again reveals her passion for making a difference and her commitment to inspiring us all to become catalysts for positive changes to our fractious world."" -Marc Middleton, Founder/CEO, Growing Bolder, Host of Growing Bolder TV seen on public broadcasting stations nationwide. ""Interweaving her recollections of her father's strong principles with her journey of uncovering hidden truths of the past in Steadfast Ink, Schirm brilliantly illustrates how intricate events and meaningful relationships shape our own lives and perceptions. As the world feels so disconnected, a look inward can uncover just how connected we all are."" -Nilam Patel, Center for International Studies Director/ELA Teacher, Orange County Public Schools, Orlando, Florida ""Having worked closely with Joanie Holzer Schirm on her family story and uncovering all the layers of world history woven into it, I share the position it is more important than ever to share true stories from real individuals from the era of the Holocaust and its aftermath...We must share stories like those from Steadfast Ink to understand where antisemitism, hatred, and expulsion lead to, what it means to lose family roots, and the trauma of rebuilding a new life somewhere else. The world demands such educational tools now more than ever."" -Susanne Urban, Historian, former ITS (Arolsen Archives) Head of Historical Research"

Joanie Holzer Schirm has a voice and a heart needed now more than ever. Having read her first two books, Steadfast Ink once again reveals her passion for making a difference and her commitment to inspiring us all to become catalysts for positive changes to our fractious world. -Marc Middleton, Founder/CEO, Growing Bolder, Host of Growing Bolder TV seen on public broadcasting stations nationwide. Interweaving her recollections of her father's strong principles with her journey of uncovering hidden truths of the past in Steadfast Ink, Schirm brilliantly illustrates how intricate events and meaningful relationships shape our own lives and perceptions. As the world feels so disconnected, a look inward can uncover just how connected we all are. -Nilam Patel, Center for International Studies Director/ELA Teacher, Orange County Public Schools, Orlando, Florida Having worked closely with Joanie Holzer Schirm on her family story and uncovering all the layers of world history woven into it, I share the position it is more important than ever to share true stories from real individuals from the era of the Holocaust and its aftermath...We must share stories like those from Steadfast Ink to understand where antisemitism, hatred, and expulsion lead to, what it means to lose family roots, and the trauma of rebuilding a new life somewhere else. The world demands such educational tools now more than ever. -Susanne Urban, Historian, former ITS (Arolsen Archives) Head of Historical Research

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Joanie Holzer Schirm is an award-winning author, community activist, sought-after public speaker, and retired Orlando, Florida, award-winning businesswoman. As the Orlando chairman for FIFA's World Cup 1994, she gained international attention as the first woman chairman of a host committee in FIFA's history. Joanie's nonfiction books provide inspiring stories from the past, rich with historical moments while highlighting modern relevance for the importance of respect and caring for one another. Book recognitions include the Global E-book Award for Best Biography and a Finalist for Foreword Reviews Indies Book of the Year. www.joanieschirm.com

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