Think big overcoming obstacles with optimism
"Bestselling authors and stars of TLC's The Little Couple return with an inspirational book that encourages readers to reach for their dreams, no matter what obstacles they may face. Jennifer Arnold and Bill Klein have faced some big challenges in their lives. On the way to becoming a pree...
| Main Authors: | Arnold, Jennifer, 1974- (Author), Klein, Bill, 1974- (Author) |
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| Format: | Books Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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New York :
Howard Books, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, Inc.,
2016.
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| Edition: | First Howard Books hardcover edition. |
| Series: |
Little couple (Television program)
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| Summary: |
"Bestselling authors and stars of TLC's The Little Couple return with an inspirational book that encourages readers to reach for their dreams, no matter what obstacles they may face. Jennifer Arnold and Bill Klein have faced some big challenges in their lives. On the way to becoming a preeminent neonatologist and a successful entrepreneur--as well as parents and television stars--these two have faced prejudice, medical scares, and the uncertainty of life with special needs children. And even though they have dealt with fear, depression, hopelessness, and the urge to give up, they have found a way to persevere. Now they share their wisdom and encouragement for everyone who is facing their own challenges. Drawn from their most popular speaking presentation, Think Big is the inspirational guide for dreaming big, setting goals, and the steps you need to take to get there. Each section includes heartwarming anecdotes full of grace, humor, and wit plus a never-before-seen look inside their personal and professional lives. They have plenty of stories to tell and their unique approach to encountering life's greatest difficulties will inspire a call to action in all of us"-- Provided by publisher. |
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| Physical Description: |
xvii, 236 pages, 8 unnumbered leaves of plates : color illustrations ; 24 cm |
| ISBN: |
9781501139277 (hardback) 1501139274 (hardback) |
| Author Notes: |
Jennifer Arnold is part of the couple that is featured on the television show The Little Couple. This is an American reality television series on TLC. The series features Bill Klein and Jennifer Arnold, who both have skeletal dysplasia. Jen is 96.5 cm (3'2") and Bill 122 cm (4 feet) tall. They moved from New York, after Arnold completed her pediatric residency and masters of medical education at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. The show begins with the couple having just moved to Houston, Texas, where the series has documented the customized building of their home and attempts to have a child. Jen is a neonatologist who works at the Texas Children's Hospital, and Bill is a medical supplies and telemarketing businessman. On February 22, 2010, TLC renewed The Little Couple for a third season consisting of 20 episodes. The mid-season finale aired after 9 episodes on July 27, 2010, and season 3 returned on October 12, 2010. The series continues through season 6 with an adoption, Jen's cancer treatment, birthday celebrations and baptisms. In 2015 her book Life Is Short (No Pun Intended): Love, Laughter, and Learning to Enjoy Every Moment. (Bowker Author Biography) |