Hi LuAn,

I just finished reading Paper Dolls. Your life is truly amazing, to get through all that triumphantly you have to be made of some pretty stern stuff.

Much of it I could relate to as there are many similarities in my life, being raised in a small farm town, ugly duckling in school, (they nicknamed me 'sparrow legs') to being a teen-age Mother which blew my chances of going to college which I'd been soooooo looking forward to as a straight A student, to beauty queen, modeling, entrepreneur, to loss of my spouse last year in Dec. during Hanukkah, the atrocities his family pulled. Well, you get the idea:-)

By Jan. I need to get back to the right frame of mind to restart my businesses. The cosmetics line was all set to go, when I had to put the project aside after hubby had a stroke & I had to be caregiver. In the meanwhile my CFO & mentor moved to Vermont where he bought a couple of zipcodes (a farm), semi-retired where he seems quite happy writing a book he's long wanted to write & dealing in antiques. In these days I don't think distance makes that much of a difference, but I have some updated ideas to my business plan & may not need him to be involved.

Do you still have a place in the desert? If so,
I'd love to invite you to lunch, dinner, or cocktails when it's convenient.

Hope you have a wonderful holiday season.
Ruth Dupree

I am an adjunct instructor at our local community college. I teach a reading course and as motivational reading I assigned them your book. We had our book discussion on Monday and it was a great success. It was one of those great moments in teaching.

They were enthusatic about discussing the book. They kept saying this is the first book I have ever read all the way through. Thank you for sharing your story and for being an inspirition to my students and to others.

I would like for my students to be able to speak with you. So many of them are young single women with a child or children who are coming back to school to better themselves or their situation. When we read Charlie Jones's book, he linked up with us by speaker phone and my students got to ask him questions. These students are only with me until the 16th of October, so contact me soon. I am so grateful to you for the help you have already given my twenty students, and if you could speak with them please contact me.

I entend to teach your book again this next bi-term.
Sincerely yours,
Dianne Luebbert
Reading Instructor
Henderson Community College

I saw LuAn Speak in Toronto at the Metro Center to a sell out crowd for the Women of Influence series.... She had us all spellbound! Since then I saw her on Rogers television.. she is wonderful, and this book is super.. I have now passed my book on.. but just as a loaner! I want it back.. I will read and re-read.. Get it you won't be sorry! And go hear her if she is in your area, she is fantastic!

Judith S from Ontario

LuAn's vivacity & understanding of people glows from every page, as does her defense mechanisms against the “slings & arrows” cast her way. All done without turning herself into hell-on-wheels! An entertaining & informative read. I found myself at the end saying “Very well done, LuAn! You sure showed 'em!”

Rebecca Brown

I interviewed LuAn Mitchell on The Inside Success Show and loved every second. Her story is far more than rags to riches, it's tragdy to triumph. It's the most touching success book I've ever read.

Randy Gilbert

It's almost never that I find myself reading a book in one sitting, some languish for weeks on my nightstand as I read a few pages at a time. But I did read your entire book after lunch today. So interesting to see all the pieces about you that I'd gotten from the websites come together in one cohesive story. Great lessons for life, too. Fascinating and inspirational! "We don't like it when Mrs. Mitchell is upset." Loved that line!
Dr. Chris

I can't help myself but to finish reading your book *Paper Doll* non stop. Your wisdom shines through your story. I truly identify with your thoughts and feelings. I would love to work together with you in some capacity. It is a true calling for me to work with a truly inspiring woman such as you. I would love to work together with you to help make a difference in this world.
Yi Han

You're not only beautiful ... you are kind... Thank you for your sweet words of praise.

Pat Burns

Congratulations on your progress! May you continue to succeed. I am looking forward to seeing your second book.
Marilyn Tam

It was an honor and privilege to meet with you. LuAn, you are truly an inspiration. I am sure that most of my girlfriends would greatly benefit from your experience and wisdom. Thank you for your kindness and taking the time to speak with me.

Marija Pavkovic

LuAn's gracious gift of Paper Doll Special Edition CD will be featured in the Marion Graham Collegiate Library display cases. Myra Comrie is also using this resource in her classroom to inspire the "At Risk" teens. This will serve to help them get inspired and to have a positive impact on their daily decision making.

"Robert H. Schuller wrote of you: " You are love, joy, humour, courage, inspiration, faith, affection and enthusiasm all in one." No one could describe you better. It's wonderful to be with you, have great laughs together and realize how deep your feelings are. I have read with great enthusiasm your book. Thanks again for being so good to me."
Isabel
Madrid

"I've read half your book already; it's very inspiring. I believe we are all born with something exceptional about ourselves and if we can tap into that fountain of internal passion, we can share it with the world."
Ron Tippe, Producer
Los Angeles, CA

"I just finished reading your book, Paper Doll. Wow, what a story! You have certainly lived a full life. I found many parts inspiring, but I especially liked your thoughts and comments about not falling victim to negative energy as you discovered during your desert trek. Thanks so much for this book and I hope your new book is going as planned!"
Toni

"You have been it all. When I read your book (and I have read and reread it many times) I see many different people represented. In my opinion, that is the beauty of the book. I believe that because of the variety of your experiences everyone can relate to you. You are so many different things to so many people.

You tell it like it is. Thanks for your honesty and being the voice for people too scared to speak. You are a hero."
Jane

"O.K. this book is like eating peanuts.I want MORE! Paper Doll is just the beginning. Please keep LuAn's books coming! She is a new GREAT ONE! And hey, LuAn, I saw you on the Hour of Power. You are awesome!"
Fred

"O.K. I thought this was a "CHICK" book, but it was a "GUY" book too. I think I got a whole new education, and I am going to recommend this one to everyone I know. I usually don't take the time to write reviews but you got a real winner here."
Ryan
Palm Springs, California

"This book is Hot! I really think it has changed my life for the better! WOW! Get it and read it!"
Debbie
Toronto, Ontario

"I was turned on to this book because I heard LuAn speak in L.A. She is not afraid to go out on a limb to help others and promote good ethical business practices, something we really need these days! A must read for everyone.great easy to understand and adapt into my own life. Principles and life lessons, and a workbook.all in one BONUS! When does the MOVIE come out? Can't wait!"
Kimberly

"Congratulations LuAn on all your accomplishments, especially on your latest accomplishment, Paper Doll. I am very proud of you and quite impressed, particularly with respect to your charitable activities. In the past few weeks I have been "bombarded" with newspaper articles and websites about you that various members of my family sent me. I always told people about you, how strong you are, and said that your life was more incredible than any fiction novel I could imagine. I look forward to reading your book and I wish you continued success."
Alex Bright

"Congratulations with your new book. Well done. You have not only shown women what can be done with enough energy, love and determination but anyone who reads this book will be inspired. May you enjoy the success of this book and many, many more."
Jean Minskoff Grant, President
Minskoff Grant Realty & Management Crop

Submitted to the Legends of Success radio program, with John Resnick:
"Today, you outdid yourself with the LuAn Mitchell-Halter story. I'm a 47 year old man with a successful small business, but I was crying just hearing this woman speak. I've been through some tough times, but nothing like what LuAn when through. Thank you again for the especially uplifting interview this morning! I really need to get some copies of it for my kids and friends."
Quince Eddens

"I just gobbled up your book this week-end like one delicious morsel. It is profoundly moving in its simplicity. That's not an easy thing to arrive at. Congratulations! The words of wisdom were compelling and rang the very truth itself."
Lili Fournier

"I started Paper Doll last night---it is a wonderful read---very fast moving! You have done a great job of vividly describing situations so that the reader can put themselves in your shoes---from pacing the halls with a child in your backpack to your detailed description of the Miss Canada pageant. There is a ton of great advice in this book--even if readers only incorporate 10%, they will see the positive impact on their lives."
Gord Carley

"I just wanted to tell you that I'm reading your book for the second time! You're an incredible woman (I'm sure you must hear that a lot!). I think that out of the entire weekend, I got the most out of your speech, and now your book. Thank you for your inspiration and for sharing your story. And congratulations on all your successes."
Monica Lee, Ms. Oakville - Canada Pageants

"What an amazing journey! Thank you for sharing your inspiration and story with concrete positive steps for ones own improvement. I read the book on an airplane, laughing and crying out loud, recognizing myself in more than one instance. At the end of the journey I passed the book along to the young female medical student sitting beside me on the plane, off to her first medical interview. As LuAn's credo is to uplift and inspire others, it was the least I could do! I have since passed on other copies!! Get it. Read it. Live it. Bravo and keep it coming!"
Barb Canada

"As an author, coach, and motivational speaker I read a lot of books about people, their motivations, and their relationships. LuAn Mitchell-Halter and Paper Doll get an A+ for the amazing story (if it were fiction people would never accept it), an A+ for the lessons learned, a B for the writing, and an A for the discussion points at the end of the book. I recommend you get a copy of Paper Doll. I'm planning to get my mastermind team to do a group study of this inspiring story."
Kevin Decker: Co-author of Romantic Antics
Fairfax, VA