human

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BY MULTI-AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR

VANESSA FERLAINO

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  • "A thought-provoking story offering readers plenty to reflect on. A RED RIBBON WINNER and highly recommended!"

    The Wishing Shelf Book Awards

  • "The power is within you to create change in yourself and in the world when you live authentically. This is the message Vanessa expressively shares in gorgeous prose. Human is a captivating read that touches your mind, heart, soul, and will leave you forever transformed."

    Annie Cathryn, Host of multi-award-winning show, “Soulful Series” and Author of “The Friendship Breakup”

  • "Human is a captivating story of hope and resilience, punctuated by universal truths…I highly recommend Human!"

    Lisa Pinnock, Bestselling author of Women, Let’s Rise

  • "Impressive. A very refreshing read. I love the raw honesty. It takes a lot of courage to delve deep like Vanessa.”

    Cara Wolf, CEO of Ammolite Analytx

  • "This piece reminds you of the importance of truly living... I truly appreciate and commend the author for taking us through such an authentic and vulnerable journey."

    Will Tang, Chief Revenue Officer at FrontFundr

  • "If you’re looking for a relatable and raw exploration of humans in our society, then Human needs to be on your TBR list."

    thefitatlanticbibliophile

  • "Dark and authentic, this book takes us through a quiet battle of a human’s mind with its own disappointments and cynicism. The light came at the end, but we all know this fight will never end."

    Ha Nguyen, Vice-President at McRock Capital

  • "Ferlaino touches on the nuances of human nature that exist but are often left silent... Masterful and eloquent work that will resonate with our own experiences and remind us of who we want to be."

    Melissa Hazen, Clinical & Research Audiologist, The Hospital for Sick Children

The power of healing to shape humanity


Healing is ongoing; it never ends.

It’s a journey of turning inward, shedding, and creating space for the true Self to thrive.

Through empathy and compassion we become more human to ourselves. When we break free from the things that are holding us back, we can step forward into the full power of our being to reconnect with ourselves and those around us — because our lives are intertwined in more ways than we know.

In less than 100 pages, award-winning author, Vanessa Ferlaino, offers a fresh perspective on healing. There are no tips or prescriptions in this book. Instead, in her signature rhythmic prose, she shares in-depth revelations of trauma, pain, loss, and love. She divulges the many ways our lives are connected, while gently exposing the nuances of the human condition.

“This book is not about my story,” she says. “It's about the power of inner healing to shape all of humanity.”

This book reminds you that turning inward is about more than just you — it's about all of us. Human will inspire you to take your healing journey to the next level; by being more human to ourselves and each other, we can change the world.

Together, we can heal for humanity.

About the author: Vanessa Ferlaino


Vanessa Ferlaino is an award-winning author, speaker, host/producer, certified meditation practitioner, and philanthropist. After a decade in tech and medtech as an award-winning corporate innovator, investor, executive, and advisor, Vanessa published her book debut, “Human”, a story about her journey being more human to herself, others, and society. Vanessa has been featured on CTV, CityNews, Authority Magazine’s “Social Impact Author”, as a keynote for Google x Women Techmakers, and numerous podcasts and radio stations. "Human" was awarded SECOND PLACE at The Bookfest 2022 Awards in self-help transformation and A RED RIBBON WINNER by The Wishing Shelf Book Awards. 5% of all book sales go towards The Being Human Foundation, Vanessa’s non-profit dedicated to uniting all of humanity toward a more compassionate, trauma-informed world. Vanessa is also the host/producer of “The Human Challenge” where she explores the human challenges in today’s world, the challenges of being human, and how we can challenge ourselves to be more human for the greater good.

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Press & Publicity

  • Feb 12 2024: Canvas Rebel catching up with Vanessa Ferlaino

  • Nov 20 2023: The Human Challenge x Amazon Music “Indie Podcast Amplifier” from Nov 20 to Dec 17

  • Oct 27 2023: Find Your Purpose with Vanessa Ferlaino on Bold Journey

  • July 31 2023: Q&A with founder and philanthropist Vanessa Ferlaino on INSC Magazine

  • June 16 2023: Meet Vanessa Ferlaino – Author of “Human” +... with Anna De La Rosa

  • Jan 20 2023: Did you catch Human on the Times Square New York billboard to honor its SECOND book award?

  • May 28 2022: Author Vanessa Ferlaino talks hate crimes and being human with reporter, Stephen Wentzell, CityNews Halifax.

  • May 11 2022: Vanessa talks about diversity in tech and white culture on The Voice of Women podcast.

  • May 07 2022: An empowering conversation with Vanessa and Annie Cathryn on her multi award-winning show, Soulful Series.

  • April 21 2022: Catch Vanessa’s keynote #ProgressNotPerfection talk with Google x Women Techmakers in Calgary Alberta.

  • CTV Calgary (Apr 27 2022): Talking about #diversityintech with Joelle Tomlinson on CTV Calgary Morning Live.

  • Turning Point Podcast (Mar 30, 2022): Vanessa joins former news anchor Priya Sam!

  • The Matt Buff Show (Mar 23 2022): The Answer Orlando’s most downloaded show.

  • Authority Magazine: Social Impact Authors (Mar 09, 2022)

  • Live performance at Chapters Moncton on Nov 13th 2021, wearing an original eco-friendly dress by LeeAnne Dussault of East Coast Couture, featured in VogueItalia Fall 2020.

  • SPIRITUALMEDIABLOG (Dec 01 2021): Creating space when a woman’s compassion is lost in the structure of society.

  • IGTV (July 21 2021): Live with Lisa Pinnock, Bestselling author of Women Let’s Rise.

  • THESAULTSTAR (Nov 13 2021): Vanessa Ferlaino draws from journals to pen Human.

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