Here's what people are saying about
Project June Bug:
“A potentially
dangerous position for anyone to take is that of the 'I-am-the-only-one-who-knows what's best' attitude; for a parent, it
can be particularly poison. Nevertheless, it's frequently found in a parent-teacher relationship and is a highly intriguing
subject to ponder on its own. Add the bird's eye view of a student swirling inside a pool of rapidly growing confusion by
simply being caught in the middle between the two, and the scenario automatically contains hundreds of varying degrees of
unlimited perplexing possibilities. Yet, all are within the very real dynamics, especially pertaining to a high school student
coping with the challenges of ADHD. Through the stellar talent and vision of the author, Jackie Minniti, the reader becomes
inspired to stop, look, and listen to the many insightful roles and capabilities of the teacher and the student,
and most importantly, to take a step back and re-evaluate themselves. Minniti, who writes and speaks through years of experience
in teaching, guiding, and caring for ADHD students, marvelously opens the eyes and hearts of every individual who dares to
follow her 'up' the off-beaten path into a world filled with the complexities of ADHD and everyone it touches. A must have."
-Jodie Lynn, Award-Winning Syndicated
Family/Health Columnist, Best-Selling Author, and CEO, Parent to Parent and Life Buzz Award
“As an adult with ADHD, and
currently managing challenges with two of my three kids, I instantly connected to 'Project June Bug' by Jackie Minniti. It's
an astounding book projecting validation of not only the parent/teacher relationship, but also personally helping me in becoming
more aware of what my kids need in the way of better support and understanding. I often felt as if the weight of the
whole world was sitting right on my own shoulders, and many times, easily gained entrance into unnecessary, stressful, and
awkward positions regarding this controversial subject. KUDOS to Jackie Minniti for enlightening me (and hundreds of others)
on things we need to work on now and the potential difference we can make!"
- Nan Stewart, VP, Online Award Projects,
Jodie Lynn's Life Buzz Award
"Competently written and clearly based on Minniti's experience
and passion for teaching."
- US Review
of Books “Project
June Bug goes to the head of the class. Smart, funny, poignant, and relevant, it captures the best and the
worst of a system where no child should be left behind.”
-George Anastasia, reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer
and author of The Last Gangster
"If you ever wondered what it is like
to teach high school, read this book. It's all here—kids, parents, administrators, colleagues and more. In Jenna Bianchi, readers
are treated to a true teacher with all her heart, dedication, aspirations, disappointments, frustrations, and pains. She captivated
me from page one. Minniti has created not only a great read with engaging characters but a self-help book for any parent with
an ADHD child. Like her main character, Minniti has the heart of a teacher and the wit of a Jersey girl."
—Carol
Ringold, Psy.D., licensed psychologist
“Project June Bug is a great story about the differences
in our behavior patterns. It also provides wonderful insight into Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). A must-read
for parents and students.”
—Cody Fowler Davis, author of Green 61
"With focus and characters as mainstream
as Main Street, this fine novel is far more a great read than message tale." —Tom
Corcoran, author of Air Dance Iguana, Jimmy Buffett-The Key West Years, and Key West in Black and White
“This story is not only
well-written, it is engaging and heartfelt. Minniti’s professional background as a teacher provides the experiential
background that is so well-suited to her story.”
-Connie Langhorst, author of Finding Happy
"If you want
a quick-to-read novel to put in your suitcase this vacation, grab Project June Bug. This is a
book to squawk over."
-Tampa Bay Woman
"You will laugh, cry, and cheer as you read about a system that is meant to help children
but all too often falters. You will grow to love both teacher and student. Most importantly, you may learn a few things you
did not previously know about ADHD."
-ADHD
& LD Resource Blog
"Project June Bug is an enjoyable book and one
you will knock out in one sitting. Whether you're an educator or a parent, you will learn something new. Project June
Bug is a recommended read for anyone interested in ADHD or in the public education system.
 /5"
-South Jersey Mom
"ADHD is not a 'controversial' diagnosis. It is accepted
as a valid medical diagnosis by every major medical body in at least 53 countries. But nothing gets across fact better than
a good story, and Project June Bug does just that." -Gina
Pera, author of Is It You, Me, or Adult A.D.D.?
"The first time I read it, it was a sit down, don't-bother-me-until-I'm-done marathon reading
session. Each successive time has been a means for me to deal with different episodes in the life of my ADHD son and ADD combined-type
daughter. Thank you for this wonderful reading experience." -Larissa Vann, daughter of Ray Dix (author of Death Row Defender)
"A terrific resource, even though a fiction work, for parents
or educators dealing with children that have ADHD."
- Elaine Giammetta, president of Gourmet Girl Magazine
"An entertaining, informative tome for all audiences, especially
teachers...readers will find that Project June Bug has a sassy, light tone that tempers the serious subject."
- NewsWeekly
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