MSI Press Blog

  Today's publisher's pride is Andrew's Awesome Adventures with His ADHD Brain by Kristin and Andrew Wilcox, which reached #213 in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. and #235 in parenting children with disabilities on Amazon. From Amazon: Customers find the book provides brilliant insight into inattentive ADHD, with one customer noting it's a wonderful informative read for children with the condition. The book is easy to read and customers consider it a must-read. They appreciate its pacing, with one customer mentioning it's perfect for both parents and teachers. Book description: In this two-part book Andrew and his neuroscientist mom each tell their story about living with the inattentive subtype of ADHD. How do you survive life and middle school with an ADHD elephant in your brain? Kids with ADHD will relate to Andrew's reactions to everyday and school-related situations, like remembering to turn in homework, staying organized, and making friends. Usi...

When Shane was eight, we transferred him to a private school in Falls Church. It was a good fit academically, but it required something new: taking a city bus. In Falls Church, that was generally considered safe, and for months everything went smoothly. Shane got on the bus in the morning, went to school, and showed up at home in the late afternoon with the same steady reliability he’d always had. Then one day, I got a call from Red Lobster. Red Lobster. In Falls Church. Asking me to come pick up Shane. I remember staring at the phone, thinking, What? Red Lobster sat across a parking lot behind the bus stop bench where Shane always waited. I drove over immediately, heart pounding in that way only a parent’s heart can pound. When I arrived, the manager met me and said, “Your son is very astute.” Apparently school had let out a bit late, and Shane missed his usual bus. He sat on the bench to wait for the next one. While he was waiting, a car pulled up and someone inside called out, invi...

  Travel planning always begins with logistics—tickets, timing, weather, luggage. But if you live with animals, there’s a question that quietly sits underneath every itinerary: What about the dog? It’s never a simple question, because the right answer depends on the dog, the household, the length of the trip, and the emotional reality of leaving. Here are the four main options, with the real pros and cons of each, and how to decide which one fits your situation. 1. Boarding the Dog Pros Professional supervision. Staff trained to notice distress, illness, or behavioral changes. Predictable routine. Feeding, exercise, and social time happen on schedule. Safety. Escape-proof environment; no risk of the dog slipping out when someone opens a door. Good for high-energy or social dogs. Many thrive with structured activity. Cons Stress for sensitive dogs. Noise, unfamiliar dogs, and constant activity can overwhelm anxious or elderly dogs. Cost. Boarding adds up quickly, especially...