Article About 'Daddy'

Since writing ‘Daddy’ the reviews we have received have been unbelievably touching. So many who have read our book have been “moved” and “inspired”. Several articles have been written in various newspapers, each of which have been heart-warming to read.

This week we were approached by Joe Haynes, a nineteen year old Stoke City fan who aspires to become a Sports Journalist, asking if he could write an article about ‘Daddy’. He was extremely touched by the book and as he is due to study Journalism at university this September, Joe felt it was a good chance to write a piece of work from the heart.

Of course, we were delighted as reading such lovely articles about the book and Dad are incredible. Joe certainly writes from his heart and we wanted to share his article for you all to read. We are certain he will thrive in his chosen career. Thank you, Joe, for such a lovely article. You’re a credit to the wonderful team you support. The line: "When in a difficult position I think to myself, ‘How would the Ware’s deal with it?’ or ‘What would they be telling me if they saw me in this situation?'" in particular stands out to us, as this is part of the reason for starting our blog. It is amazing to know how much of an impact our book and story has had on people. Please read the full article below. 

FAMILY REACH OUT TO MANY WITH INSPIRATIONAL READ

A story with many meanings and messages.

The family of ex Stoke City footballer Paul Ware have with great courage pulled together to write a book about their experiences and how their life changed having to battle with an illness.

‘Daddy’ was written by Paul’s daughters Amy and Laura with contributions from wife Tracey, taking us through their story. Paul himself, who played for Stoke from 1987-1994, was diagnosed with a rare brain tumour and despite an operation in 2012, passed away in April last year.

Many will know him for his fantastic contribution for the Potters, and in particular that goal against Peterborough sending Stoke to Wembley. However, the book shows us that he had just as much of a positive impact off the pitch as he did on it at home with his family. He was a courageous man and a Dad that two daughters were extremely proud of.

The inspirational book tells what the family have endured over the years and the difficulty of trying to live a normal life, and teaches readers plenty about heart, togetherness and a true family.

Readers are sure to go through every emotion whilst reading the book; from the laughs on family holidays to the difficulty of dealing with the condition and Paul’s down days. A few tears are guaranteed to be shed whilst going from chapter to chapter. Some will be cries of happiness, others not so positive, but all will leave its mark on you.

Teenagers Laura (19), and Amy (16), display a great sister relationship throughout and show us how important it is that siblings look out for each other. They also speak of how they are learning to live a normal life again with Mum Tracey.

After just finishing reading the book, I can personally wax lyrical over the quality of it, as the four members of the family alternate in telling tales of their personal experiences through the journey. I myself have started many books, but before ‘Daddy’ had never finished one, and the fact I couldn’t put this one down shows you the personal influence it had on me. When in a difficult position I think to myself, ‘How would the Ware’s deal with it?’ or ‘What would they be telling me if they saw me in this situation?’

The three girls deserve an enormous amount of credit for dealing with their tough experiences so fantastically and talking so openly about what they have been through. With Laura and Amy working hard in their studies, it’s now their aim to every day make Paul proud.

The book, which was only published on the 6^th March, is already only one of 392 books out of 1.6 million on lulu.com to have a five star rating. Unsurprisingly, my opinion is shared by plenty of others.

I highly recommend you purchase the book, and after reading it, it’s one you along with me certainly won’t forget.

‘Daddy’ can be brought from the link below, and a pound of the £9.99 book price will go to the Brain Tumour Charity.

http://www.lulu.com/shop/laura-and-amy-ware/daddy/paperback/product-21482394.html

Please follow Joe on Twitter @haynes_17 and read more lovely reviews on the link provided in the article above.

Thanks for everyone’s continuous support. It truly means the world to us.

Love,

Laura and Amy x