Twenty-six feisty and determined women, 50s through 80s, share their compelling stories with grit and humor. Donating a kidney to a stranger, building schools in Ethiopia, racing around a Roller Derby track ... they triumph over fears, find fulfillment, and offer advice. Helpful risk-taking tools and stimulating discussion questions are also featured. From Maine to California, Costa Rica to Kenya-these women will entertain and inspire you to take beneficial risks during the second half of life. Quotes from the book: "When my 6-year-old granddaughter was told that Granny was going to jump out of an airplane, she asked, 'Isn't that dangerous?'" -Felicity, Maine "It was crazy to ruin nature this way. My heart told me I needed to fight this." -Elke, Nova Scotia "It has taken courage and inner strength to travel and move to places." -Betsy, Costa Rica Praise for Women Going For It! Taking Risks After 50: "The power of risk-taking to inspire change is illustrated in these women's stories. Illuminating and empowering ..." -Dr. Vickie R. Driver, physician and professor "Reading the stories of these women and the adventures they embark on is inspirational, no matter what your age. These women prove that you're never 'too old' to try something new!" -Fran Hodgkins, award-winning children's book author "Uplifting stories of hope, persistence, joy, grief, frustration, and the satisfying discovery of women's personal power ... Valuable inspiration, motivation, and helpful risk-taking tips ..." -Mary Lou Carolan, library director and community innovator
About the Author: Believing in female fortitude and risk-taking power, Diana Coleman conducts engaging presentations to inspire others. She shares stories of determined women enjoying new experiences, riveting adventures, and taking risks later in life.
After extensive interviews with women globally, she wrote the book Women Going For It! Taking Risks After 50 featuring twenty-six compelling women's stories and useful tools. A former administrator, Diana raised funds for organizations including Save the Children, the University of California, Berkeley, Pen Bay Healthcare, and the International Museum of Women. Work and studies have taken her to Central America, Africa, and Asia. She serves on the board of Mpanzi, supporting women and girls in Kenya.
Her travel essays are published in the Goose River Anthology. A recipient of multiple service awards, Diana has a BA from Russell Sage College, and an MA from American University. Originally from Massachusetts, she lived thirty years in San Francisco. When not traveling, she resides in Maine.
For more information, please visit her website at WomenGoingForIt.com.
