Jody Lamb is the author of Easter Ann Peters’ Operation Cool, a middle-grade novel for tweens. She’s also an advocate for and friend to kids coping with the effects of parental or other loved ones’ alcoholism. Learn more at www.JodyLamb.com and http From Jody: Alcoholism is a major problem in my large, lovable family and growing up, I thought it was unique to my family. As an adult, I discovered how common it is and I was disappointed in the lack of contemporary, effective books on the subject. Millions of kids are coping with the destructive effects of loved ones’ alcoholism or other addictions and they believe they are alone because it remains a family secret. I’m writing books for kids and tweens about alcoholism and addiction to spark discussion, awareness and hope. A list of resources for kids is on my website: www.jodylamb.com Alcoholism is more common than people realize because it remains a secret in most families. Researchers estimate that 10 to 25 percent of American kids live with at least one parent who abuses alcohol. The effects are extremely destructive. Many of these young people live in total chaos with little stability or predictability. If they don’t get help, they may develop major behavioral and emotional problems that will rob them of happy lives. They’re more likely to fail at school, suffer from depression and increased anxiety and later develop alcohol and other drug addictions. My middle-grade novel, Easter Ann Peters’ Operation Cool, is the …
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