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NEW ENGLAND, Nov. 14 /Christian Newswire/ -- David's Sword. Child author David Elliott, together with his parents, releases first book in a series of four, to encourage children to disclose about sexual abuse. Endorsed by Chip Ingram, a Medical Sexual Abuse expert, a Detective, Therapist, School Guidance Counselor and others, this powerful children's book is a must-read for parents, professionals, and all who care about the sexual abuse of children. Tastefully done, David's Sword engages and encourages children that it is safe to tell.

A faith-based book, the authors have written it in a manner that all children will feel comfortable reading. Also in audio book and e-book, David's Sword is available at the publisher's now, and will be available via bookstores nationwide beginning 20 January 2009. Therapists, medical personnel, law enforcement, parents, educators, librarians and everyone will be impacted by David's strong voice of encouragement to children.

"In our sex-saturated, increasingly hostile world, children are being victimized like never before. This book will help restore damage done to some and protect many others. I highly recommend it!" -Chip Ingram, President and Teaching Pastor, Living on the Edge Ministries. "Everywhere this book goes, is an important place for it to be." -David Elliott

A survivor of meticulously planned and carefully executed sexual assaults, David Elliott has chosen to be a voice to other children, by imparting strength and courage through this story. David's Sword is authors' David, Lee, and Marybeth Elliott's debut work and a courageous tale of tragedy, challenge, and ultimately, victory. Part metaphor, part self-help, the Elliott's short work offers a fictional recounting of David's real life story, and empowers children to tell. Only roughly ten percent of children disclose, and David is determined to be a source of encouragement and hope for the other ninety percent. Perfect as a teaching tool for children and adults alike, David's Sword has already proven to be a valuable asset wherever it is read. David's Sword will ensnare the strings of the heart, while capturing young minds. The second in the series, David's Shield, will be available in the next several months.

David Elliott is the youngest of three children and it is his bravery that is the catalyst for all four books in the series. A book-launch celebration is planned and David will donate a percentage of the book sales to a local organization who works specifically with survivors of sexual abuse.

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