The Shower
In My Father’s ALS, I describe some the disputes between my parents as they faced the relentless paralysis of ALS. Mom did a terrific job as a caretaker for my father, when he could do less and less.
Book Talk at Bird & Beckett [VIDEO]
Last week Ken spoke about his new book at Bird and Beckett Books and Records.
Book Store Appearances
One of the great pleasures of publishing a book is speaking with readers about what you have written.
Remembering Dad
Dad told me he didn’t want to be remembered only with ALS, so compromised and dependent at the end of his life. He thought I might write a book about our lives with ALS.
The New Book and the Old Book
My new book, My Father’s ALS: A Son’s Healing Journey, is a huge contrast with my previous book published 31 years ago.
When I Said Kaddish for my Father
When I was working on my first book, Joe Rapoport: the Life of a Jewish Radical, I once read my father a story from Joe’s defiant youth.
Publication Parties
I’m imagining a fabulous publication party for my new book, My Father’s ALS: A Son’s Healing Journey.
Help pick the cover of Ken’s forthcoming book
Publication of My Father’s ALS: a Son’s Healing Journey is right around the corner — August 19! But first, it needs a cover…