Books

What Readers Are Saying

"Robyn Stecher, shares with tremendous feeling, wisdom, and insight the very challenging journey she has taken. Throughout work, marriage, and devoted motherhood, she never falters in her extraordinary capacity to love. I found Just Who We Are deeply moving.

The book is very special, beautiful, deserves to be widely read...."

Blythe Danner
Emmy and Tony award winning actress

"In Just Who We Are, Robyn Stecher's vivid writing is well-matched to the colorful people, places, and events she introduces us to. Stecher serves readers an excellent charcuterie of life changing events and we feel we are by her side throughout. Stecher is a strong character and an intrepid navigator as she and her "neurologically different" son Daniel, journey through their extraordinary life together. Her partner-in-adventure Kathy, serves as the perfect accomplice to the dreams they reach for as they ride the rapids of New York City. I predict this will be the next Tales of the City. Most likely on Netflix."

David Roche
Writer, Author, Producer
Inspirationalist
Disabilities advocate

"Robyn Stecher claims she is no hero, but she is the best kind of hero- not the fearless one, the one who consistently empowers others. She writes honestly of a life that wasn’t what she imagined, but it was the one she did better than succeed at. Her story is about self-invention, championing her son, love, and the ultimate test, that no matter what happens, it is up to us to decide who we become."

Joe Moglia
Former CEO and Chairman TD Ameritrade
Former head Football Coach Coastal Carolina University
Author, Coach Yourself to Success

"Robyn Stecher leaves her heart wide open on every page of Just Who We Are. Robyn is the epitome of the self-made woman you will want to share with, cry with, laugh with and invite to a slumber party where you can stay up all night talking. Be sure to block off the rest of your day, because you will want to curl up with, and read Just Who We Are cover to cover in one sitting. In baring her soul, Stecher ensures that her readers recognize a little of who they are, or who they aspire to be, for indeed, every dream is possible, we just need the grit, grace and ability to recognize what it is that makes us who we are, so we can get to where we want to go."

Ashley Wren Collins
Author of Along Comes The Association: Beyond Folk Rock and Three-Piece Suits with Russ Giguere, The Cheap Bastard’s Guide to Los Angeles, 6th edition of The Cheap Bastard’s Guide to New York City, and Produce Your Own Damn Movie with Lloyd Kaufman, as well as an award-winning director, producer and actor

"I can honestly, genuinely say that Robyn Stecher’s “Just Who We Are” was one of the most captivating books I’ve read in a long while. Her conversational writing style is so naturally warm. It flows gracefully and elegantly as she weaves through deeply personal life stories that run up and down the entire emotional spectrum. The courage Stecher shows in her honesty and vulnerability is laudable, and evokes such empathy, that one cannot help but feel a common bond. You will come away from this book ruminating on the many complicated life roles we all must navigate, as Stecher reveals her authenticity as a fiercely loving mother, sister, daughter, friend and partner. I highly recommend this book, and eagerly await the next literary outing from Robyn Stecher."


“Cried my way through the first few chapters last night. It’s powerful…”


“Couldn’t put it down. Read it in two sittings. Love the book. Love your incredible gift. “


“Well, I just finished your amazing book. I could not put it down once I started it. You are an amazing person...”


“I'm thinking I need to do an interview with you when I finish. …I know we don't know each other well, but I FEEL people deeply and I feel your humanity and beautiful soul and spirit, and I am grateful for that connection”


“Reading it now and loving it…”


“Robyn, I just read your book straight through. You are an incredible and special and honest person. Obviously, a good writer too!”


“I so enjoyed reading your memoir. I read it in bed before going to sleep…I love your style of writing. I felt like I was watching every scene you described…Thank you. It was great reading. Continue writing. You are so creative!”


“Magnificent! I am crying/bawling at the Bar Mitzvah (chapter) Weeping/ laughing/identifying - longing to hug you…Thank you!”


“I finished your book. It is really beautiful and moving… Thank you for sharing your stories…”


“Can’t put it down….”


“Your honesty pervades, and your humor. Couldn’t put it down. I can’t wait to read my son some passages…”


“I just finished reading your book and I was blown away! It was so well- written, great pacing and transitions, Funny and poignant – and I did a lot of crying. What a story of survival and strength! Thank you so much for sharing your incredible life journey…”


“…Reading this book was special as I could feel (the author’s) love in her writing. I was moved by her wisdom and willingness to not stop, regardless of what life handed her.”


“I am on page 153, and I am just taking a break. Superb, moving, memorable. You are gifted and you have told an amazing story…”


“It really resonated with me. I’m really savoring it, it’s. great…”


“Just finished your book. Love your writing style…”


“Robyn, your story is such an inspiration…you really started on the bottom.. you have made your mark on the world forever…”


“Just read it in non-stop fashion as it was so insightful. What an amazing mom who definitely inspired me! Brilliant. “


“Just finished your book and I’m feeling sad. I didn’t want it to end. I shall miss you. Well done. Loved it.”


“I salute to your resolve and your bravery in writing your story. Your honesty and willingness to expose your many dimensions makes for an emotional and extremely touching account of your life. Painful, wildly funny, I am reminded of the old proverb “One Joy Scatters a Hundred griefs.” Never did you give up. Bravo.”

Just Who We Are: Press and Interviews