On Tour 06/26/25-07/25/25 “Forget The Fairy Tale And Find Your Happiness” by Deb Miller

Release Date: June 24, 2025

About The Book:

In Forget the Fairy Tale and Find Your Happiness, Deb Miller learns to slay the myth of Prince Charming and redefine what it means to live happily ever after.

When Deb’s college sweetheart can’t deliver the fairy tale she expects, she takes charge and creates her own. Her love of tennis opens new professional doors but also leads to a tumultuous second marriage. This powerful memoir chronicles her transformation from a Midwest housewife to a global executive as she navigates societal expectations, personal setbacks, and professional triumphs.

Throughout her journey, Deb draws fascinating parallels with Disney’s ever-evolving princesses, who have moved from damsels in distress to courageous, independent characters who embrace their unique strengths and forge their own paths. Along Deb’s winding, bumpy course to happiness, she learns a few lessons worth sharing. Her story will empower other women who might be taking a different path than the traditional one they were taught to tread. This is her tale of resilience, pursuing a better life for her children, and finding genuine happiness for herself.

About The Author:

Deb Miller’s life is a tapestry of adventure and achievement, weaving together experiences from her small-town Indiana roots to business opportunities in Red Square. Her job as a hardworking Fortune 500 executive led to rappelling the Great Wall and riding elephants in India, all while remaining a devoted mom. Now a part-time marketing professor, Dr. Miller cherishes the opportunity to learn from her global students as well as her beloved children and grandchildren.

Deb resides in an enchanted forest outside of Seattle, where the landscaping projects are endless and enjoyable. https://forgetthefairytale.net/

Social Media:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forget_the_fairy_tale

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564008742001

Book Blurbs:

“Despite being taught to believe in princes on white horses saving the day, Deb Miller manages to teach herself (and her readers) to ride her own horse. With character and strength, Deb breaks out of tired traditions while embracing a very important one: motherhood. An inspiring read!”

—Brenda Chapman, writer/director of Disney/Pixar’s BRAVE

“Deb Miller cleverly mines the lore of the ubiquitous princess fairy tale to examine her own life and relationships. By acknowledging the clichés of these stories, including in Disney’s beloved animated versions, the author reminds us that we can’t always tread along the same narrative paths. She generates her own lessons from her experiences rather than falling into the trap of these archetypal characters, encouraging readers to embrace a happy ending that might not look like one they expected.”

—Emily Zemler, author of Disney Princess: Beyond the Tiara

“Forget the Fairy Tale & Find Your Happiness is a hopeful memoir about claiming ownership over one’s life.”

—Forward Clarion Reviews

“In Miller’s inspiring account of finding happiness outside of societal expectations, she reminds readers—and herself—that ‘my happiness is up to me.’”

—BookLife

“Read it today!”
—Reader’s Favorite (read full 5-star reviews)

“Pure magic! Deb Miller’s story is proof that we live our best lives when we refuse to settle for less than we deserve. Inspiring and powerful; every woman should read this.”
—Jill Zarin, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and original cast member of The Real Housewives of New York City

“Deb Miller’s extraordinary memoir, Forget the Fairy Tale & Find Your Happiness, reveals that women will always be deceived if they do not break with the traditional depictions of women’s roles in both life and classical fairy tales. Miller’s insights guide women toward finding happiness by rejecting societal expectations and not depending on men to be heroes on white horses.”
— Jack Zipes, author of Fairy Tales and the Art of Subversion and Breaking the Magic Spell

“Although women have come a long way, they still need to hear the wisdom in Miller’s story: be the CEO of your own life.”
— Bonnie Comfort, author of Staying Married is the Hardest Part: a memoir of passion, secrets and sacrifice

“Deb Miller challenges the path she was prepared for and instead chooses one driven by aspiration, adventure, desire, and a deep commitment to motherhood. Brilliantly weaving her own courageous story with those of fairytale princesses, she cleverly winds through decades of pain, joy, heartbreak and healing. I could not put down this glorious memoir.”
—Marty Ross-Dolen, author of Always There, Always Gone: A Daughter’s Search for Truth

“I love how Miller braided the evolution of the Disney princesses with her own evolution. What a life she has had! Fun read. Inspiring and uplifting.”

—Lisa Cheek, author of Sit, Cinderella, Sit

“Deb Miller is a captivating storyteller whose memoir, Forget the Fairy Tale & Find Your Happiness, redefines happily ever after for a modern audience. A baby boomer reflecting on her own life, Miller explores the evolution of Disney princesses alongside society’s shifting expectations for women. With humor, heart, and a keen eye for cultural commentary, her story inspires readers to forge their own paths to fulfillment, balancing tradition with personal ambition. Miller’s narrative shines as a beacon for those embracing life’s complexities and chasing authentic joy.”

—Kristina Amelong, author of What My Brother Knew, A Memoir

“A passionate and engaging read.”

—Jude Berman, author of The Die and The Vow

“With humor, heart, and unflinching honesty, this book is an invitation to every woman to rewrite her own story and find the courage to live authentically. If you’ve ever questioned the script society handed you, this book will inspire you to let it go and write your own.”

—Keri Wilt, inspirational speaker and podcast host at The Well-Tended Life and historical lecturer for her great-great-grandmother, F.H.Burnett, author of The Little Princess and The Secret Garden

“Beautifully told, Deb Miller’s story illustrates the shift from dependence to strength and self-reliance. It offers an entertaining and thought-provoking reflection on how societal expectations shape both fictional princesses and real women. I highly recommend this captivating read.”
—Jelaine Lombardi, author of Running Around Naked: A Memoir

“Written with honesty, depth, and courage, Deb Miller’s engaging memoir is a cautionary tale for all ages. Many readers will identify with her struggle against the pervasive pull of cultural expectation and be inspired to chart their own life’s path.”
—Dianne Ebertt Beeaff, author of Infinite Paradise, Witnessing the Wild

“An engaging and rollicking ride!”
—Suzanne Parry, author of Lost Souls of Leningrad

“A modern-day fairy tale that will empower little girls for generations to come! Bravo!”

—Rossana D’Antonio, author of 26 Seconds: Grief and Blame in the Aftermath of Losing My Brother in a Plane Crash

Bloggers On Tour:

June 26th- Cassie’s Book Reviews https://instagram.com/cassies_books_reviews

July 5th- Plains Reading https://instagram.com/plains_reading

July 7th- Reading Is My Remedy https://instagram.com/reading_is_my_remedy

July 8th- Rozier Reads and Wine https://instagram.com/rozierreadsandwine

July 10th- CMT Loves Wine and Books https://instagram.com/cmtloveswineandbooks

July 11th- On A Sandbar https://www.instagram.com/on_a_sandbar

July 13th – Subakka Bookstuff https://instagram.com/subakka.bookstuff

July 15th – Nurse Bookie https://instagram.com/nurse_bookie