The Pivot Principle: Finding Joy in Despair

"Janine takes the reader on a roller coaster emotional journey, from crawling on the floor to rising like a Phoenix. Her prose moves the mind, her poetry moves the heart. What a novel combination for a book-an inspiration."

Peter Guber, Filmmaker, Author

Despair touches everyone, young or old, rich or poor. There is no escaping its eventuality, but how does one repair from despair? In this one-of-a-kind, jewel of a book, Janine Turner invites you into her ultra-private, survival journey where she walks through heart-wrenching emotions eventually finding joy. Whether for pleasure or to heal from your own pain, Janine's "read, meditate, apply" format-Pivot Principle prose, passion poetry, and personal reflection-is a rich, riveting read culminating in her personal anthem: Don't give up before the miracle!

"Janine's poems emanate from a fiery soul seeking beauty and meaning. They swoop in and capture the ear, then heart, and then head-in that order. Her unrelenting curiosity and romanticism make these a pleasure for anyone to read, and a comfort for those seeking a path. There is a yearning and triumph in the words."

Rob Morrow, Actor, Director, Producer, Musician

"Janine's writing dances on the page in her beautifully evocative prose and poetry and reminds us all that we are not alone."

Dr. Raina Murnak, Professor University of Miami

"Janine Turner takes the reader by the hand, and leads them through their tunnel of darkness into the light. I loudly shout: Brava!"

karla k. morton, 2010 Texas Poet Laureate

"Janine's book celebrates humility, which is sorely needed in this time of social media and instant gratification."

Amy Kris, Photographer Poet

"Janine's immense bravery is evident here as she's willing to share with us her most personal thoughts and moments."

Kim Gatlin, Author, Producer

About Actress/Author Janine Turner:

Janine Turner is a three time Golden Globe and Emmy nominated actress for Best Actress,

known for the hit CBS television series Northern Exposure, the blockbuster movie,

Cliffhanger, with Sylvester Stallone and Universal's Leave it to Beaver. She has also starred

in many series: Lifetime's (with Whoopi Goldberg) Strong Medicine, and NBC's, Friday

Night Lights, among others. She has co-starred in movies with Richard Gere, Tom

Wilkinson and Anthony Hopkins, and recently starred in, Patsy & Loretta, for Lifetime,

Taking the Reins, for Hallmark and Birthright, for Sony/Affirm, due for an October release.

Northern Exposure is currently in re- release, distributing worldwide in countries such as:

Spain, Asia, Australia, Canada and Malaysia, with an imminent re-release in USA.

Cliffhanger is poised for a sequel. Janine is currently living in NYC and is Broadway bound

with her musical Just Call Me Belva! for which she is the playwright/ lyricist and also the

star. Just Call Me Belva! has had successful performances in N.Y.C. at Pearl Studios.

Janine is a prolific writer. She has five published books: The Pivot Principle, Finding Joy in

Despair, (CES) Holding Her Head High: 12 Single Mothers Who Championed Their Children

and Changed History, (Thomas Nelson), "A Little Bit Vulnerable," (Putnam Books), Wisdom

for Each Day, and Artificial Intelligentsia vs Primal Sense. (RSP) In addition, Janine has

written several dozen published editorials, and has given over 600 speeches nationwide as a

motivational speaker. For more visit Janine's website www.janineturner.com