Bestselling author and award-winning filmmaker Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein has announced a special promotion for her historical fiction novel, Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories, which will be available as a free ebook on September 22 and 23, 2026. The book, now in its second edition, explores the lives of three college students in the 1960s as they navigate sexuality, identity, and self-discovery. According to the announcement, the ebook can be downloaded from Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U.
In addition to the giveaway, Dr. Holstein has released two new books in print. The King of the Numbers is a children's book that emphasizes the importance of the number zero, portraying Zero as a hero who enhances the value of other numbers when paired with them. The story aims to help children build self-esteem. The second book, Poetry by Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, is a collection written by Dr. Holstein during her youth, capturing the emotions and observations of a fragile and exciting period. She notes, "poetry tells us in a few words what we feel and see often in our lives that we don't really know how to put into words."
Dr. Holstein is known for integrating Positive Psychology concepts into engaging media. She has authored six bestselling, award-winning books, four self-esteem workbooks for girls aged 8 and up, and has produced award-winning films, podcasts, stage plays, and TED-style talks. Her previous book, Conflict and a Bit of Magic, helps children build self-esteem by reading the journal of a girl and identifying with her experiences. It achieved bestseller status in the multi-generational families category. Her latest workbook for kids, Secrets, also became a bestseller in the Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Depression category.
These new releases and the free ebook promotion underscore Dr. Holstein's ongoing commitment to using media to address the emotional and psychological needs of young people. By making Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories freely accessible, she provides a resource that mirrors the struggles and desires of young women today, fostering a sense of connection and understanding across generations. The children's book and poetry collection further expand her reach, offering tools for self-discovery and self-esteem to different age groups.
Dr. Holstein's work extends beyond books. She created The Selfie Showcase, a project that allows young people aged 13 to 18 to express their concerns and solutions through selfie videos. More information about the Selfie Showcase is available at http://www.selfiefilmmakers.com, where selfie videos and films can be uploaded. Her primary website is http://www.enchantedself.com. Dr. Holstein's mission is to help young people engage with others about anxiety and stress, providing platforms for meaningful expression.
