The Butterfly Effect, published September, 2009, by Random House Australia.
Praise for The Butterfly Effect
"A lively, informative and engaging book filled with great advice and resources for both mothers and daughters."
Jean Kilbourne, creator of 'Killing Us Softly: Advertising's Images of Women' film series
"Everyone who loves a young girl must read The Butterfly Effect. Dannielle brilliantly takes the mystery and fear out of raising girls growing up in a culture which doesn't like them very much."
Meg Meeker, M.D., best-selling author of 'Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters: Ten Secrets Every Father Must Know.'
"If you want to develop a deeply connected and loving relationship with your teenage daughter, then this book is for you. This is a time when many girls struggle to cope and really need our guidance and support, even though they may not be asking for it! The Butterfly Effect is written with passion and honesty, and offers insightful and practical advice for all parents who want to do more than 'just survive' the teen years!"
Julie Gale, Founder and Director, Kids Free 2B Kids
"Dannielle Miller is not the first person to call attention to these issues, to the phenomenon of girls’ lives sometimes falling apart at the very threshold of womanhood… But she offers not only insight into adolescent girls as interesting works in progress, but also provides encouragement, solace and solution."
Clinical Professor David Bennett AO FRACP FSAM
"Congratulations to Dannielle Miller for this much needed resource for parents and teachers. In a culture that has become increasingly saturated with premature sexualisation, bullying, eating disorders, self-harm and self-hatred, The Butterfly Effect equips any parent or teacher with accurate insight and key strategies to help teenage girls navigate today’s social landscape. Sharing her own self-disclosures and tips to healthier, happier teens, Dannielle’s expertise as educator and mentor to teen girls is obvious to any working within the field. In contrast to other books, Dannielle does not take a hysterical nor dooms-day approach to current day crises faced by girls – instead her book is one that supports, inspires, and transforms its readers into positive role models in teen girls’ lives. As a psychotherapist specialising in disordered eating, I highly recommend The Butterfly Effect to anyone wanting to understand how to help teenage girls through the difficult challenges they face today."
Lydia Jade Turner, Managing Director of BodyMatters Australasia
"Dannielle Miller is the teen girl whisperer."
Fran Simpson, teacher and mother of a teen
"I just received my copy of 'The Butterfly Effect' yesterday! I came into the room, and my 13-year-old daughter was reading it, and she said to me: 'This is a really good book mum'. Result! I can't wait to read it myself... when I can prise it off my daughter."
Charlotte Bayer, mother of a teen girl
"I loved the way that while covering some difficult issues, Dannielle was able to write in an uplifting, positive way, encouraging women and girls to be pro-active. My (artistic) husband actually made me a 'journal' to write affirmations and other positive thoughts, inspired by this book."
Caitlin Roper, mother of a teen girl
"Dannielle Miller’s book is a must-read for all parents of teenage girls. The first thing that literally thumped me in the chest when reading this book was a total awareness and awakening of what is happening to our teenage girls. At a deep level, it resonated with me. The information is real, pertinent and totally relevant. Great work, Dannielle. Thank you for awakening me. Thank you for snapping me to attention and making me want to become a greater part of the solution."
Karen, mother of a teen girl
"This is the book we have been waiting for. It includes the most up-to-date research and finally gives parents positive, sensible strategies they can easily apply."
Dr Michele Beale, general practitioner and stress management specialist
"The Butterfly Effect is a must-have book for parents of teens, written by someone who really knows what the go is with the age group and what to do about it all..."
Book Review - Mother Driven
Reviews
Review by Edwina Scott for AAP
Notebook Magazine, November 2009
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Danni's next book, aimed at teen girls, will be published by Random House in 2012.
Preliminary praise for Book 2 -
"Danni Miller is the big sister every teenage girl needs, offering the perfect mix of resolve-stiffening encouragement, soul-touching inspiration and real-world practical advice."
Emily Maguire, author of 'Princesses and Porn Stars' and 'Your Skirt's Too Short.'
