Carol Engler is a former award-winning newspaper reporter who went on to write a five-star, International Impact Book Award-winning 2025 memoir about the journey of raising a son with multiple serious mental health issues. Her book talks about the challenges of trying to keep a dysfunctional family together with a neurodivergent child who was "always hungry for trouble."
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:
- How to find hope and resilience while raising a child with complex mental health challenges.
- Why honesty about family struggles can create healing, connection, and lasting understanding.
- That even the most difficult circumstances can become a source of purpose and impact.
- How humor can help families navigate overwhelming challenges without losing hope.
- Why special-needs families should never feel alone in their struggles or experiences.
- That speaking openly about mental health reduces stigma and encourages meaningful conversations.
- How perseverance can keep a family moving forward through years of uncertainty and setbacks.
- Why embracing imperfections can strengthen family relationships during life's toughest seasons.
- That sharing personal stories can inspire, educate, and support others facing similar challenges.
- How to recognize the light at the end of the tunnel, even during the darkest moments.
about the show
Behind every transformative book, industry-defining manual, or life-defining manifesto, there is a cinematic story waiting to be told. Most authors spend their lives behind the pages, but the most impactful narratives deserve a global stage.
America’s Authors is a groundbreaking TV series dedicated to celebrating the writers and visionaries who shape our culture—and evaluating their work for screen adaptation. This show isn't just about the prose; it is a high-level media workshop designed to bridge the gap between the written word and the world of film and television.
We are bringing the nation's most compelling storytellers out from behind the manuscript to prove that a powerful book is more than just paper—it is the ultimate vehicle for national impact, entertainment legacy, and cultural transformation. Join us as we showcase the voices that are ready to transition from the bestseller list to the big screen.
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