Pieces of Purple: The Greatness, Grit, and Grace of Growing up MK

by Michèle Phoenix

Genre: Resource

Published: 2025

Summary:

PIECES OF PURPLE is a compilation of work that Michèle has been doing for years. In this book, she notes the patterns she has seen in the lives of the MKs and their stories that they share with her. Giving a nod to her love of theatre, she divides the book into three sections: “Act I: The Fragments that From Us;” “Act II: The Darkness that Daunts Us;” and “Act III: The ‘Ships that Shape Us.” She also includes two interludes and a postlude of stories that illustrate the points and bring humor to the content that only teenage antics can. Michèle offers a fresh look at what an MK is, the issues they face as young people, and the influences they encounter – AND she shares practical ways parents, mentors, counselors, and even adult MKs can use to grow in their identity.

Recommendation:

Michèle Phoenix is an author of several novels, but she has hosted a podcast for several years titled “Pondering Purple.” I have listened to her podcast, read her other books, and followed her on social media. So, when I saw that she was releasing a book last year, I knew I wanted to get my hands on it. I finally got a copy. I have been using this book with clients, and it is also a great resource for starting conversations with my own children. I highly recommend it for anyone working with MKs, their parents, or even adult MKs. There really is something there for everyone to learn and grow from.

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