LAS VEGAS, May 8, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Life is always full of challenges. Not only do people have to strive hard to survive, they also have the challenge of discovering their true potential as well as finding out what they can contribute to their society. For author Gary Tannus Nassif, the road to greatness was difficult but not impossible to achieve -- he worked toward believing in himself and sought God's support. This is the story that readers will immerse themselves with as Xlibris proudly releases Nassif's compelling new book Stop Crying and Listen to the Music.
Stop Crying and Listen to the Music tells the true story of the author, who was once a flawed and dysfunctional youngster who did not believe in himself. Nassif dealt with heartbreak, fear, a traumatic stuttering problem, and a lack of self-confidence. Yet despite these problems, he continued struggling to improve and tried understanding his father's abusive treatment. As the story moves on, readers will discover many inspiring moments in the hero's life as he progresses -- gaining self-confidence, self-control, and finding a reason to go on living -- eventually learning to deal with all obstacles that come his way. The hero was always intensely driven with each failure as he clawed himself to the top. With his full potential in front of him, what will he do next with his seemingly unlimited capabilities? Where will his talent take him next? His surprising accomplishments in various fields proves that success is there for all of us to attain and enjoy.
Stop Crying and Listen to the Music is a depiction of the human spirit, belief in God, and the will to rise above difficulties. Much of the story deals with the author's personal experiences growing up under his father's strict rules and conditions. Readers will marvel at the stunning achievements of the author which include breaking into Hollywood as a singer/entertainer for the same movie stars he revered in the lonely movie theaters as a child, excellence in art, teaching students, and creating the renown bronze "The Jeremiah Children" sculpture for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and founder Danny Thomas.
Stop Crying and Listen to the Music is easily one of the most triumphant books to read today and you can find a copy of it online at www.Xlibris.com and other online resellers.
About the Author
Gary Tannus Nassif was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to American-Lebanese parents, Elias J. and Adele H. Ferris Nassif. He studied at Muscatine Junior College, Drake University, the Chicago Art Institute, and at the University of Iowa in Iowa City where he did post graduate work in special education. He managed his father's business with his mother after his father's death, taught art and special education in schools in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for seven years. Later he moved to Los Angeles and worked in scenic art at NBC and CBS for Dean Martin, Carol Burnett, and many other major shows. In Hollywood and Las Vegas, Gary developed his singing voice, confidence, and career. Eventually he was discovered by Al Viola, guitarist for Frank Sinatra for thirty years. He was featured with Queen of the Piano of Las Vegas -- Mafalda -- at the MGM Grand (two years off and on). Gary headlined a show for 5,000 Shriners and families at the famed Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Gary became a sculptor for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and founder Danny Thomas. He created the renowned bronze "The Jeremiah Children" as a symbol of hope for the children. Gary fought and won a life-long battle with stuttering, fear, and low self-esteem. As a result of writing, Stop Crying and Listen to the Music -- a memoir, Gary discovered that he had unlimited potential all along and the ability to exchange bad for good. Five miracles are documented in this book. In the end, Gary learns the true and innocent motives of his father's mistreatment and discovers that his dad loved him after all. He only wanted to make his son tough and perfect. This story becomes an understanding, forgiving tribute to his old country/American father.
Stop Crying and Listen to the Music * by Gary Tannus Nassif
Trade Paperback; $21.24; 484 pages; 978-1-4134-8060-3
Cloth Hardback; $31.49; 484 pages; 978-1-4134-8061-0
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