The Wishing Year: A House, a Man, My Soul
“Inspiring . . . fascinating . . . Similar in style to Elizabeth Gilbert’sEat, Pray, Love,The Wishing Yearoffers a thoughtful approach to the notion that we can create change simply by signifying our intent.”—Sunday Oregonian“Readers will enjoy watching Oxenhandler realize her dreams through diligence, hard work and a ‘willing suspension of disbelief’ in the captivating magic of wishing.”—Publishers Weekly“[Oxenhandler] mines her quotidian ups and downs during a twelve-month period with the exacting honesty and hopefulness of a Buddhist Anne Lamott. . . . [An] endearing combination of meticulous research and winsome enthusiasm.”—Kirkus Reviews“Recommended . . .  joyful and humorous reading.”—Library Journal