What Others Are Saying
Praise for She Has A Name:
She Has A Name [is] a heart-wrenching hit… 4 stars!
Louis B. Hobson, The Calgary Sun
an interesting and thought-provoking drama that works…. Kooman has created electrifying scenes [that] will make audience members hang onto every word.
… [with] its powerful portrayal of a young woman trapped in the horrors of sexual trafficking in Thailand, the play was expertly directed, acted and written.
Riveting…The depiction haunts me!
Darcie Nolan, Eye See Media
…it is the portrayal by Wong of someone embodying childlike innocence enslaved by fear that galvanizes the production, and gives it urgency and emotional depth. From the get-go, our heart goes out to the character.
Bob Clark, The Calgary Herald
Red Deer playwright Andrew Kooman’s She Has a Name is a powerful drama ripped from today’s headlines. It tackles the chilling subject of human trafficking and in particular the exploitation of children who are sold into sexual slavery.
She Has A Name, a play written by Andrew Kooman, has shocked and wowed theatregoers who were fortunate enough to attend the performance
She Has A Name provides candid and authentic insight into human trafficking in South East Asia. The content of this play will make you feel uncomfortable, upset and enraged. As a young lawyer working in Cambodia, She Has A Name inspired me even more to dedicate my life to the thousands of children who are trafficked every year.
Rebekah Armstrong,
Solicitor Te Nahu Lovell & Co Executive Director of Prescha.org
She Has A Name is a story that haunts me. This play’s emotional journey will grip our audiences by the heart, offering them a meaningful encounter with the art of theatre. But it is their live experience of Jason and Number 18?s powerful story that will inspire and stir them to lasting action. I believe She Has a Name will be a force that moves many Canadians to become ‘new abolitionists.’
Director, Stephen Waldschmidt
Praise for Disappointed by Hope:
This book is “a siren call [that] will… forever take us from our complacency to the plight of so many lost, lonely and hurting”
Dennis Ignatius,
Former High Commissioner of Malaysia to Canada
What a powerful book on modern day slavery – what awful, yet incredible stories and what practical opportunities for people to be involved. I could not put the book down.
I had expected Disappointed by Hope to be a great resource, to have facts and information…. It goes way beyond that. With each carefully constructed story and prayer …I am convinced that this prayer booklet will transform both the engaged reader and the situation of migrants and refugees.
Darcie Nolan, co-founder EyeSee Media
Readers are left with powerful impressions of these often unimaginable experiences. His writing is raw and convicting but never heavy-handed. Kooman has a gift for showing the harsh realities many in the world face while pointing readers to practical ways they can help make a difference.
Mark Weber, The Red Deer Express
Praise for Ten Silver Coins:
The story line is thoroughly engaging and refreshingly original, and his richly visual style injects a compelling liveliness into every page. Although aimed at a younger audience primarily, there’s no question adults will also enjoy the book and get hooked on the likable Jill’s constant stream of adventures.
The first novel in a trilogy of Jill Strong adventures, Ten Silver Coins is an excellent tale of second chances and acceptance, no matter where you come from or what your past may be.
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Personal Endorsements:
Andrew Kooman was a contributing writer to 30 Days of Prayer for the Voiceless. His involvement has been invaluable for this project. His writing has made the project a global success.
Paul Childers, Founder of photogenX
From the moment we met I was impressed by Andrew’s professionalism and willingness to artistically create whatever idea I brought to the table. The process was effortless and flawless.
Christine Slaymaker, Dance Magic Studio
Andrew’s skill as a “wordsmith” is very evident as he brings … issues to life in personal stories. I was very excited to see the books!
Dan Cochrane, Head Pastor at CrossRoads Church
I have been privileged to work with many talented and gifted people in my life. One of them is Andrew Kooman. Not only have I been greatly impressed with his unique talent and gifted writing ability, but as I have observed him I have discovered a young man with character, humility and a passion to help the less fortunate.
Witnessing Andrew in action first hand through his volunteer work with SaveAfricaNow has given me great confidence that this young man will succeed in whatever he pursues in life.
David Youngren, SaveAfricaNow
It has been a pleasure working with Andrew Kooman developing my website for Nutrition Mission. I wanted a site that clearly identified my business yet was also a reflection of my personality. His artistic ability and creativity resulted in a site that fit both criteria. Andrew’s professionalism and unique style are qualities that come highly recommended.
Anita Robutka, President and Founder of Nutrition Mission
Andrew is very professional, but also approachable and easy to discuss ideas with. I would highly recommend his services to anyone.
Danielle MacLean, ThisBelovedLife.com
