“From embracing vulnerability to finding support, both from others and within yourself, Fast Forward to Hope holds lessons in strength and self-belief relevant to us all.”
Shashi Tharoor, author of 22 fiction and non-fiction books
Available in paperback, eBook, and audiobook
(Amazon, Audible, iTunes)
Most people see a stage IV cancer diagnosis as the end of their story, but not author Indira Kaur Ahluwalia.
For her, that was just the beginning.
Fast Forward to Hope: Choosing to Build the Power of Self recounts Indira’s journey from fear to hope as she struggled to face various challenges, particularly related to her advanced breast cancer diagnosis. Bolstered by her strength of fighting cancer, she fully discovered her true capacity and reconsidered life choices to create the reality she desired. This book is an homage to the journey of life. It is a tribute to the struggle of finding one’s own power and cultivating life’s trajectory.
Beyond walking with her as she shares her story, you’ll find insights and strategies she learned along the way that can be applied to your struggles - whether they be medical diagnoses or other stumbling blocks life puts in your path. Whatever the odds, you can choose to find the courage to build on the smallest shred of hope to live life on your own terms.
Fast Forward to Hope is for anyone ready to look at their challenges in a new light.
Recognition includes:
Memoir Prize for Books: 2022 Winner in the Survival/Cancer Category
American Book Festival: 2022 Best Book Awards Finalist in the Health/Cancer Category
Independent Author’s Network: 2022 Book of The Year Awards Finalist in Health/Medicine Category
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“Fast Forward to Hope has value for both those within the cancer ecosystem and those far removed from it. Indira Ahluwalia masterfully explores both the human and spiritual aspects of living to create the fullest expression of the self from her own unique vantage point. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience of reading this book.”
— Paige Snider, Public Health Communicator
“The passion and insight written by the author not only transcends surviving and living with cancer but all obstacles one confronts in life. I will keep a copy of this book in my patient library as well as my personal library. Wonderful read, wonderful message, must-read for all.”
“Indira Ahluwalia’s story of surviving and thriving in the wake of a life-altering diagnosis is both uplifting and thought-provoking. As a doctor, I know the wonders of science and medicine, but her story shows how the human spirit and one’s faith play a significant role in the treatment plan thus proving that science and faith can coexist peacefully.”
“I first met Indira just after her diagnosis of breast cancer. Her PET scan demonstrated extensive, widespread metastatic disease. I gave her hope as I do all patients and shared that there are “many bottles on the shelf” that could be used to treat her. This is her story and her efforts towards creating hope for others.”
“I feel honored to experience Indira’s story through her eyes. Her writing is captivating, honest, and real. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is battling or has battled cancer, but also to those who enjoy inspirational narratives about strong women overcoming adversity and beating the odds.”
“Fast Forward is overflowing with so much wisdom, insight, heart and life counsel, applicable not only to Ms. Ahluwalia’s particular situation, but to the life challenges we all face. Her willingness to speak so frankly, openly and entertainingly about cancer, divorce, parenthood, loss and faith resonated with my own diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease and other setbacks, and I only wish her book had been around then to help me work through it. It’s a great read.”
“I am glad that Indira Kaur Ahluwalia’s heroic tale is now available as an audiobook in her own voice to inspire those who face extreme adversity. Three miracles worked in her favor, the miracle of faith, the miracle of family bonds, and the miracle of modern medicine, which gave her the courage to overcome her ordeal. There cannot be a better role model for a brave battle against a malady.”
“Indira Ahluwalia’s journey is an inspiration to thousands of people who are entering into this new world of cancer. Her journey shows them the path and spreads hope with the message to ‘Never give up,’ and try again and again, because there is light at the end of the tunnel. If she can, you can too.”
“Indira Ahluwalia courageously shares her story, weaving the layers of medicine, love and family. Skillfully, she offers a unique tool box, offering wisdom to hold others on their own individual journeys with cancer.”
“With a new cancer diagnosis, I turned to Fast Forward to Hope. While our journeys were quite different, I found Indira Ahluwalia’s messages of faith, positivity, and determination to live resonated strongly with me. I am sure others will feel the same.”
“Hearing Indira Ahluwalia’s voice in her audio book is very powerful. This is a story of how all of us. when faced with what looks like an insurmountable challenge, can fight to win using our self-belief, innate resilience, and some humor.”
“Indira Kaur Ahluwalia’s memoir comes at a time, when after more than two years of surviving a pandemic, we all understand grief, endurance, isolation, hope, and healing. Fast Forward to Hope is a hauntingly life-affirming reflection on the challenge of facing death, and in it, Indira shares her observations on how facing dying taught her to live. She has given us an unexpected opportunity to walk in her shoes on her journey. Indira’s story resonates at many different levels, and reminds us of our interconnectedness.”
“Indira Ahluwalia’s story is one of hope, possibility, resilience and laughter in the midst of some of life’s scariest, most uncertain moments. Anyone who listens to it will be left truly inspired!”