In Falling Up Stairs , prepare to laugh out loud, cry a few tears and be genuinely inspired as author Chrissy Guinery draws you into the amazing story of her life. Chrissy tells the story of her journey to overcome abuse and trauma on the way to fulfilling her destiny and a lifelong childhood dream. With energetic wit, honesty, humour and a generous sprinkling of wisdom gleaned through her years as a wife, mother, waitress, journalist, motivational speaker and granny, Falling Up Stairs is the story of one woman’s struggle to move from loneliness and despair, to self-discovery and a realisation of the healing power of helping others. Whether it is chuckling at her "van-life" adventures around Australia, or marvelling at the power of friendship, faith and love she has discovered, Chrissy's quick-paced, quirky and insightful life story will inspire, motivate, entertain and encourage. Most of all it is an enthralling read from a strong woman who is a significant new voice in Australian writing.