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Presents a collection of inspirational poems and observations by a thirteen-year-old boy who is physically and mentally disabled
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Marshall Stewart Ball had his first book of spiritual writings published at the age of 13, an impressive feat for any young teenager. But Marshall is not just any teenager. Soon after he was born it was discovered that he would probably never walk or speak. Despite his numerous physical disabilities (no doctor has been able to diagnose him with any specific diseases, illnesses, or genetic abnormalities), Marshall learned to communicate by pointing to letters on an alphabet board.
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He first wrote about God at age five in a compelling poem titled "Altogether Lovely." It soon became apparent that this special child liked to "speak" often and deeply about God, love, knowledge, and freedom--sophisticated topics for a sheltered lad of 5. By age 9 Marshall tested above a 12th-grade reading level. Meanwhile, he continued with his laborious pointing/writing sessions--revealing an unusual voice with a distinct rhythm and a disarming spiritual wisdom. Fortunately, Marshall's parents saved his writings and compiled them into Kiss of God, allowing the world to behold this "silent" teacher. Each poem or essay gets a brief introduction so that readers know the story behind his loving words and how old Marshall was when he wrote it. These intimate introductions help readers see the true miracles of Marshall's life and gifts. --Gail Hudson
Kiss of God was originally published as a gift to Marshall's father, Charlie, for a Christmas present in 1997 when Marshall was 11 years old. One hundred books were printed and given to family members and friends. In 1998 Marhshall was invited to be a guest writer at the Drippings Springs Library in Dripping Springs, Texas. They requested that Marshall bring books to offer the public, so an additional 500 books were printed in a slightly different cover. This second printing also included footnotes, providing some information about the pieces in the book. With the interest generated by his library apperance, Marshall decided it was finally time to make Kiss of God available to the public. He said "Kiss of God justifies all arranging that needs to be made." His parents, Troy and Charlie, decided to attend Bookexpo in Los Angeles in April of 1999 to find a distributor for the book. They not only located three distributors willing to take on the project, the! y were approached by Health Communication Inc. to publish Kiss of God. HCI is well-known for there inspirational books and the best selling Chicken Soup for the Soul books.
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