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If you’re familiar with the power of #metoo and #shepersisted, you’ll understand the power of ON THE MARCH: A NOVEL OF THE WOMEN’S MARCH ON WASHINGTON.
A work of Women’s Fiction that has crossover appeal in the New Adult and YA market, ON THE MARCH is about three women, all strangers, who meet on the bus journeying from Kansas to Washington, D.C., to participate in the 2017 Women’s March on Washington. Henrietta Oldham is an elderly woman who runs a failing antique store; Birdie Jackson is a shy African-American teenager who is marching at the insistence of her feminist aunt; Emily Messer is a recent college graduate who needs more in her life than her job as a barista. All three women have secret, undisclosed reasons for attending the march, and in the course of the novel, as the women begin to know and trust each other, these secrets are revealed.
Although Henrietta, Birdie, and Emily appear to have little in common as they begin their ride, ON THE MARCH confirms that classic women’s issues – sexual harassment, pay inequity, self-sabotage, even bra-stuffing – serve as common intersectional bonds among women across the generations. Even more, sharing their stories on the 34-hour trip together as well as participating in the march itself becomes the catalyst for changing each of their lives for the better.
ON THE MARCH is about the revived feminist spirit of our times, an intellectual, cultural, and often hilarious novel of the zeitgeist. It will appeal to millions of women who are now culturally and politically engaged, whether they marched or not. The idea behind the novel was to watch the way the events of the march helped women of different ages, races, and backgrounds come together to create positive change in the world and in each of their lives.
Reviews
- “I loved this book!”“Trudy Krisher takes us on a journey far greater than a bouncing bus trip from Soros, Kansas to the first Women’s March in Washington, D.C. and back – although that part of the story alone is a wonderful ride. But it’s the detours and side roads and the stops along the way that make this literary trip so singularly delightful.Digging deep into the lives, hearts, and pasts of her three main characters – Birdie, Henrietta and Emily – who seemingly could not be more different in every way – Krisher lets us delight in the discovery of universality and common ground in an intimate and personal way.And the reach back into REAL history makes “ON THE MARCH” a must-take reading voyage for every girl, every woman, young, old, and in-between. Marching through time, we learn about the … seminal events throughout history that have led us to NOW.” — Michele Palermo, Television Producer, Middle of Nowhere
- “ON THE MARCH stands head and shoulders above the rest. What a book! Krisher has brilliantly woven together an in-depth discussion about everything feminine. Staggeringly triumphant, this is a celebration of womanhood; it is both educational and enlightening. Trudy Krisher writes with panache, bringing characters to life with a beautifully artistic flourish. Intricate details splash across every paragraph, making the scenes jump off the page.” — Scarlet Ellis for Artisan Book Reviews
Note: Artisan Book Reviews has named ON THE MARCH the First Place winner of its Book Excellence Award. - “I really enjoyed this novel; its characters shone throughout. Their growth and bonds with one another made something as mundane as a lengthy bus journey really special. It captured the importance of this protest and the continued importance of the messages at the heart of it. Despite its being a fictionalized retelling, ON THE MARCH highlighted intersectional experiences, and drew attention to the many issues at the heart of the demonstration. As the protagonist Emily remembers, ‘Equality is a Team Sport.’” — Caitlin Davies, Baratheon Books
- I found this book to be heartwarming and true. It follows women of different backgrounds, ages, and reasons for making a long trip to Washington DC to have their voices heard. It follows their revelations, learning about each other, and their determination. I’ve bought several copies for my daughters and granddaughters.– Ellen Hermann
- “Oh. My. Goodness. This is an amazing book. I was drawn to it because of the cover. It features a woman sitting in a wheelchair, so I had a feeling that a disability rights perspective would be included in the book and I was not disappointed. The book touches on all sorts of themes including race, age, and ability/disability. This book explores the experiences of three women as they learn more about themselves as well each other’s life experiences.
The book also includes discussion questions at the end which would be perfect for either personal reflection or to help prompt discussion with others. For example, I could see a mother and daughter reading it together. This book is unique in that I think it would appeal to readers of all ages. As the characters grow, so many good questions are posed for readers to reflect on. I enjoyed the fact that there was factual information about different women’s rights leaders in a way that didn’t seem out of place or like a textbook. Including their names as well as the names of different civil rights organizations may encourage readers to learn more and/or become active in their community. All in all, I absolutely recommend this book.” — Rebecca Parten, University of Michigan
