About Etched in Sand
• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks; Original edition (August 6, 2013)
In this story of perseverance in the face of adversity, Regina Calcaterra recounts her childhood in foster care and on the streets—and how she and her savvy crew of homeless siblings managed to survive years of homelessness, abandonment, and abuse.
Regina Calcaterra’s emotionally powerful memoir reveals how she endured a series of foster homes and intermittent homelessness in the shadow of the Hamptons, and how she rose above her past while fighting to keep her brother and three sisters together.
Beautifully written and heartbreakingly honest, Etched in Sand is an unforgettable reminder that regardless of social status, the American dream is still within reach for those who have the desire and the determination to succeed.
About Regina Calcaterra
Regina Calcaterra was appointed executive director of New York State’s Moreland Commission on Utility Storm Preparation and Response by Governor Andrew Cuomo after she assisted in the recovery of Superstorm Sandy in her capacity as chief deputy executive for Suffolk County. She has provided commentary on politics and policy on national and local media outlets since 2000 and is a passionate advocate for the adoption of older foster children.
Find out more about Regina at her website, connect with her on Facebook, and follow her on Twitter.
Regina’s Tour Stops
Monday, August 5th: 5 Minutes For Mom
Wednesday, August 7th: A Bookish Affair
Monday, August 12th: Lectus
Tuesday, August 13th: Tiffany’s Bookshelf
Wednesday, August 14th: Book Hooked Blog
Thursday, August 15th: From L.A. to LA
Monday, August 19th: The Book Wheel
Tuesday, August 20th: Dreaming in Books
Thursday, August 22nd: she treads softly
Tuesday, August 27th: Sara’s Organized Chaos
Monday, September 2nd: Luxury Reading