New edition of the most widely used reentry handbook in America. A powerful guide to successful social and emotional transition from prison into the community. This candid but compassionate handbook leads offenders and their loved ones through the turbulent period before and after release, helping establish a sense of perspective and control, thus reducing stress, fear, and "short pains." Revised and expanded to cover the last six months pre-release and the first six months post-release, 99 Days gives honest, direct advice for dealing with the major barriers ex-offenders must overcome to achieve long- term success.