"The Adjustable Lives of Women is a humorous and heart-wrenching book about the pursuit of hope and happiness, even in times of grief. It's filled with stories that will make you laugh and some that will make you cry, but with each page, you'll want to hear more. If nothing else, it'll help us better communicate with and relate to each other."-Prime Women, The Online Magazine for Women in their Prime "The Adjustable Lives of Women tells a story we all need to share because it is about hope when it seems impossible to find. Sharon Paskoff believes in hope, and wants her readers to believe in it too. The story she tells is about how women can help each other through the worst of times by talking, listening, and being willing to help others by sharing their stories. The Adjustable Lives of Women doesn't dwell only on women's problems, though. It is buoyant, funny, honest, and inspiring-and at the same time doesn't stray from the realities we all live through. If you are looking for hope, you should be able to find it here too."-Jenna Zark, author of Crooked Lines: A Single Mom's Jewish Journey "The Adjustable Lives of Women picks up where Oprah left off, with insight and empathy about the issues of current times. Sharon Paskoff uses research to spin a story that moves from serious issues such as opioid deaths, PTSD, and end-of-life care to lighter themes like women's love for dogs and designer shoes. It's a gentle novel that informs the reader substantively."-Anne Lawson-Beerman Community Volunteer, Environmental Advocate "Sharon Paskoff has managed to do the near impossible . . . combine an entertaining read with distilled wisdom. Framed as a fable, this story of Candice Barlett, a radio talk show host whose callers reveal their search (often successful) for adapting, evolving, and thriving across so many common challenges including addiction, mental health, PTSD, body positivity, and aging parents, as well as the lighter, more joyous life events and Candice's sage advice and admiration, is a touching portrait of women, including Candice, who faced challenges and found hope. The Adjustable Lives of Women resonates, informs and inspires."-Rebecca L. Ray, Ph.D, Executive Vice President, Human Capital, The Conference Board (retired)