THE PITS
-a memoir by Cheryl Edwards
Cheryl Edwards’s life takes a terrifying turn when she is viciously attacked by three pit bulls. Nothing goes according to plan when it comes to escaping, finding help, and recovering.
Once a happy dog-loving gym rat who swam with sharks and skydived, she’s now afraid of skiing, snakes, and senior schnauzers. With her life in the pits, she copes like any other Gen Xer and the only way she knows how: with pigheaded determination, sarcasm, and humor. Needless to say, the results vary.
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About the Author
Cheryl Edwards is a humorist, entrepreneur, travel addict, and trauma survivor. Her brief stint as a stand-up comic was mainly to embarrass her two sons. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, skiing, drinking tequila, and boxing—provided nobody’s trying to hit her back. She currently lives in Florida with her husband and two cats.
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Praise for THE PITS…
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This captivating narrative masterfully blends humor and raw emotion as the author details her rollercoaster ride through trauma and recovery.” (J.A.)
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It’s a shocking tale of resilience that will keep you on the edge of your seat, touch your heart, and make you laugh out loud.” (M.B)
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Edwards’ voice radiates personality. THE PITS reads like chatting with your bestie.” (S.T.)
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Not many people get attacked by three pit bulls and live to tell about it, let alone crack you up in the process.” (T.W.)
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THE PITS is a must-read for all dog owners.” (M.H.)
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Jenny Lawson fans will love Cheryl Edwards.” (H.K.)
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This Book is for…
Trauma Victims
You’re not alone. What you’re feeling is normal and it does get better.
Victim’s Family/Friends
Be patient. Your loved one is on a wild ride. They may not say so, but they need your support.
Dog Owners & Dog Lovers
Don’t think this can’t happen to you. It could. It did.
Anxiety Sufferers
If we didn’t laugh about it, we’d cry. Amiright?
PTSD Sufferers
PTSD SUCKS. I know it’s not easy. Hang in there.
First Responders
We are not okay. Please be kind.
Therapists
Trauma victims will likely need extra help to unpack everything that they have going on…and they may not even know it.
Gen Xers
We’re badasses. Raised on neglect and hose water, we’re not afraid of anything.
Fans of authors like…
Jenny Lawson, Jenette McCurdy, and Erma Bombeck —or so I’ve been told.
Readers who like…
inspirational survival stories with a side of sarcasm and a dash of swear words.
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Not sold yet? Download the free preview sample (PDF, 234KB), which includes the title page, copyright page, table of contents, and the first three chapters…just prepare to be hooked.
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…all things ‘Cheryl’ by way of a sporadic pen pal.
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