"Who's Jerry?" by T.M. Jackson is a profound children's book on how families persevere through challenges when a parent lives with schizophrenia. It is an excellent children's book that is filled with love, resources, and empathy for families affected by this health challenge. I highly recommend this book for individuals to use as a tool to educate children about schizophrenia."
-Ashley Smith, Author, Blogger, and Mental Health Advocate
"Who's Jerry?" written by T. M. Jackson handles the subject of mental illness with tact, frankness and empathy. It's the first time I've read a children's book tackle such a very difficult subject and I'm happy to say that it has handled it well...Parents, guardians, family members and teachers who are related to someone suffering from a mental illness can benefit much from this book. They would have a tool that could assist them in informing children about the sensitive topic of mental illness.
-Jocelyn Soriano, Reedsy Review
"Who's Jerry?" is well written so even young children can understand what is happening in the story. And those who have a mom likeImani's will quickly identify with Imani and learn how to cope with a mother who suffers from schizophrenia and what Mom needs to do to stay well. I can see T.M. Jackson's Who's Jerry? becoming a bestseller children's book assisting schools, hospitals, therapists, libraries, and the homes of children with schizophrenic moms.
- Geree McDermott for Readers' Favorite
"Who's Jerry?" takes a look at the impact a parent's mental illness can have on their child. It also demonstrates how medical care and medication can help relieve unsettling manifestations, such as Imani's mom's imaginary friend. This is an important issue as mental health is often overlooked or stigmatized. Jackson's book shows how a family can come together to work through a parent's mental illness and highlights how Imani's mom never stopped loving her, not for one moment. An excellent choice for storytime, Who's Jerry? is also written at a level suitable for new readers to try on their own. Who's Jerry? is most highly recommended.
- Jack Magnus for Readers Favorite
