In addition to being a coach, journalist, speaker, and more, Marilyn Shannon is also an author. Her series of books “In Just one Afternoon: Listening Into the Hearts of….” Marilyn explores a specific group of people and how their lives, relationships, stories and more can be applied to all of us. Her goal is to provide a collection of stories and insights that can be read quickly and change your life.

 

In Just One Afternoon: Listening Into the Hearts of Men

In just one afternoon a baby is born, and a handshake begins peace. In Just One Afternoon anything is possible and there is magic in the air. That is how powerful one afternoon is. In Just One Afternoon is a series of intimate stories that will fill your heart. Nothing is held back. The first book, In Just One Afternoon: Listening into the Hearts of Men, is a compilation of sweet, vulnerable stories told by men through the events in life that leave them exposed. A simple act changes everything. This book is dedicated to men finding their voice, their heart, and their life. Now available on Amazon 

In Just One Afternoon: Listening Into the Hearts of Twins

Released in the spring of 2017 is In Just One Afternoon, Listening Into The Hearts Of Twins which delves into the relationships and the uncanny events that make twins unique. These stories are filled with awe and some of the most unbelievable and mystical love stories I have ever heard.   When you read the stories that I have heard, you too will get chills and sometimes even a chuckle. Available on Amazon.

In Just One Afternoon: Listening Into the Hearts of Millennials

Released in May of 2019, In Just One Afternoon: Listening Into the Hearts of Millennials helps us to understand and connect with members of an often misunderstood generation. The people I spoke with shared dreams, fears, and goals that both defined their generation, and could apply to people of any age. I had so much fun meeting my subjects and writing this book. Regardless of your age (even if you’re a millennial yourself), I truly feel this book can help you form stronger relationships with members of the Millennial generation. Available on Amazon.

In Just One Afternoon: Listening Into the Hearts of People Impacted by Opioid Addiction

Released in September 2020, In Just One Afternoon: Listening Into the Hearts of People Impacted by Opioid Addiction is filled with stories from people who use or have used opioids, their friends, family, caregivers, and loved ones. The revealing conversations found in this book will offer ideas, support, and hope. This book is a chronicle of deep, provoking stories that challenge and unravel the barriers surrounding opioid use. Inside these pages, you will submerge yourself in the private lives of users, persons in recovery, and the people that love them the most, to see the true impact this epidemic has on people from all walks of life. Available on Amazon.

The list of book subjects goes on and on from here. Upcoming topics for books in the series include divorcees, families who have lost children, black fathers, the greatest generation, and more.

In Just One Afternoon: Listening Into the Hearts of Black Fathers

The fifth book in the series, In Just One Afternoon: Listening into the Hearts of Black Fathers, is an accolade of deep, provoking stories that unravels and shakes up the barriers surrounding the black community at large. These stories will lift the veil and evolution will spread. Inside these pages, you will submerge yourself in the private lives and persona of the black men that are tasked with changing the human paradigm and racial quality. Available on Amazon.