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YOU ARE 16. A JUNIOR IN HIGH SCHOOL. AND NOW... YOU'RE PREGNANT. THE WOBBLE: Teen, Pregnant, and Courageous is based on real-life events of overcoming the unexpected. In the pages of this short graphic novel, the reader is sure to find at least one reason not just to survive but to live. The theme of ""courage and writing your destiny despite your circumstances"" permeates its pages. Whether you are a teen, a parent of a teen, or a mentor working with teens, the contents of this book are sure to provide hope amidst the challenges of teen pregnancy.

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What Readers are Saying - Praise for, The Wobble: Teen, Pregnant, and Courageous ""Excellent read!!! The Wobble is a wonderfully deep story of which all teens should be able to relate. You are immediately drawn in through visualizing the perseverance and tenacity it took to walk off the bus at the beginning of the story. It is easy to foresee how students will be able to connect to the character's steadfast ability to wobble off the bus as a representation of any experiences of adversity. We all have growing pains, no matter how large or small, and this story is able to capture how difficult it is to walk through life-changing events and see something great on the other side."" - Ashley Martin, M.S. - Teacher ""Being a teen can be challenging within itself because of all the peer pressure that comes along with it, especially when all eyes are focused on you. ""The Wobble"" is a roller coaster of raw emotions when the unexpected happens, and at the same time it is a story of triumph and encouragement for the reader."" - Marjorie Gettys -Author ""Encouraging, inspirational - a story of a young lady who had the courage to keep doing what needed to be done in order to achieve her long-term goal, no matter how difficult. It is the story of the joy of accomplishment, even with pain along the way."" - Dr. Marilyn Mahabee-Harris - Clinical Psychologist ""Wobble shares the amazing story and lesson that young women can achieve their dreams while working through incredibly difficult challenges such as pregnancies and tragedies. It encourages self-worth, perseverance, and strength."" - Zaira D. Solano, Esq. - Attorney ""A brave, strong character and a writing style that evokes a deep sense of empathy. Yani writes such elegant and practical prose as she develops her character in a way that the reader feels like they are walking in her shoes on the very first page! The engaging, meticulous illustrations combined with the readable fashion of writing, make this a relevant read for preteens and teens. This novel should be in every school media center in the country."" - Kamaria Muhammad - Teacher ""Wobble embodies the rawness that is often hidden from young people, despite their constant need for open conversation. Alfonso meets teens where they are with a story that takes courage to tell but one that leaves readers with an understanding of teen pregnancy that is like no other."" - Amanda Triplett, Ed.S - Teacher ""The Wobble: A powerful, short, sweet, and very intimate story that leaves you feeling hopeful and motivated to face any experience life throws at you with love, faith, and your head held up high. What does not break you can only make you stronger. The sky is the limit!"" - Angélica G. Negron, LCSW, RPT-S - Social Worker ""A beautiful and empowering story of teen pregnancy. This book provides hope and support to those on this journey. Inspiring and encouraging to read. I look forward to the next one."" - Tracey Wooten - Social Work

What Readers are Saying - Praise for, The Wobble: Teen, Pregnant, and Courageous Excellent read!!! The Wobble is a wonderfully deep story of which all teens should be able to relate. You are immediately drawn in through visualizing the perseverance and tenacity it took to walk off the bus at the beginning of the story. It is easy to foresee how students will be able to connect to the character's steadfast ability to wobble off the bus as a representation of any experiences of adversity. We all have growing pains, no matter how large or small, and this story is able to capture how difficult it is to walk through life-changing events and see something great on the other side. - Ashley Martin, M.S. - Teacher Being a teen can be challenging within itself because of all the peer pressure that comes along with it, especially when all eyes are focused on you. The Wobble is a roller coaster of raw emotions when the unexpected happens, and at the same time it is a story of triumph and encouragement for the reader. - Marjorie Gettys -Author Encouraging, inspirational - a story of a young lady who had the courage to keep doing what needed to be done in order to achieve her long-term goal, no matter how difficult. It is the story of the joy of accomplishment, even with pain along the way. - Dr. Marilyn Mahabee-Harris - Clinical Psychologist Wobble shares the amazing story and lesson that young women can achieve their dreams while working through incredibly difficult challenges such as pregnancies and tragedies. It encourages self-worth, perseverance, and strength. - Zaira D. Solano, Esq. - Attorney A brave, strong character and a writing style that evokes a deep sense of empathy. Yani writes such elegant and practical prose as she develops her character in a way that the reader feels like they are walking in her shoes on the very first page! The engaging, meticulous illustrations combined with the readable fashion of writing, make this a relevant read for preteens and teens. This novel should be in every school media center in the country. - Kamaria Muhammad - Teacher Wobble embodies the rawness that is often hidden from young people, despite their constant need for open conversation. Alfonso meets teens where they are with a story that takes courage to tell but one that leaves readers with an understanding of teen pregnancy that is like no other. - Amanda Triplett, Ed.S - Teacher The Wobble: A powerful, short, sweet, and very intimate story that leaves you feeling hopeful and motivated to face any experience life throws at you with love, faith, and your head held up high. What does not break you can only make you stronger. The sky is the limit! - Angelica G. Negron, LCSW, RPT-S - Social Worker A beautiful and empowering story of teen pregnancy. This book provides hope and support to those on this journey. Inspiring and encouraging to read. I look forward to the next one. - Tracey Wooten - Social Work

"What Readers are Saying - Praise for, The Wobble: Teen, Pregnant, and Courageous ""Excellent read!!! The Wobble is a wonderfully deep story of which all teens should be able to relate. You are immediately drawn in through visualizing the perseverance and tenacity it took to walk off the bus at the beginning of the story. It is easy to foresee how students will be able to connect to the character's steadfast ability to wobble off the bus as a representation of any experiences of adversity. We all have growing pains, no matter how large or small, and this story is able to capture how difficult it is to walk through life-changing events and see something great on the other side."" - Ashley Martin, M.S. - Teacher ""Being a teen can be challenging within itself because of all the peer pressure that comes along with it, especially when all eyes are focused on you. ""The Wobble"" is a roller coaster of raw emotions when the unexpected happens, and at the same time it is a story of triumph and encouragement for the reader."" - Marjorie Gettys -Author ""Encouraging, inspirational - a story of a young lady who had the courage to keep doing what needed to be done in order to achieve her long-term goal, no matter how difficult. It is the story of the joy of accomplishment, even with pain along the way."" - Dr. Marilyn Mahabee-Harris - Clinical Psychologist ""Wobble shares the amazing story and lesson that young women can achieve their dreams while working through incredibly difficult challenges such as pregnancies and tragedies. It encourages self-worth, perseverance, and strength."" - Zaira D. Solano, Esq. - Attorney ""A brave, strong character and a writing style that evokes a deep sense of empathy. Yani writes such elegant and practical prose as she develops her character in a way that the reader feels like they are walking in her shoes on the very first page! The engaging, meticulous illustrations combined with the readable fashion of writing, make this a relevant read for preteens and teens. This novel should be in every school media center in the country."" - Kamaria Muhammad - Teacher ""Wobble embodies the rawness that is often hidden from young people, despite their constant need for open conversation. Alfonso meets teens where they are with a story that takes courage to tell but one that leaves readers with an understanding of teen pregnancy that is like no other."" - Amanda Triplett, Ed.S - Teacher ""The Wobble: A powerful, short, sweet, and very intimate story that leaves you feeling hopeful and motivated to face any experience life throws at you with love, faith, and your head held up high. What does not break you can only make you stronger. The sky is the limit!"" - Angélica G. Negron, LCSW, RPT-S - Social Worker ""A beautiful and empowering story of teen pregnancy. This book provides hope and support to those on this journey. Inspiring and encouraging to read. I look forward to the next one."" - Tracey Wooten - Social Work"

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Yani Alfonso enjoys teaching English Language Learners in her middle school Literacy Connections Classes. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Education, a Master's Degree in Teaching Additional Languages, and an ED.S. Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Her husband of 41+ years has been her tandem partner in all of her endeavors. He was an anchor early in their marriage when she was a student, teen mom, and wife. They are blessed with two loving, very well accomplished grown children and three grandchildren. Yani's life is an example of what it means to come out on the other side of poverty, pain, and turmoil, and succeed despite life's circumstances. ""Somewhere along the path of life, we must all find a way to step out of our comfort zone, choose others before self, to support and help someone else. My book, THE WOBBLE: Teen, Pregnant, and Courageous is my step out of my comfort zone to support others and inspire them along the way."" - ya

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