ENUMCLAW, Wash., July 21 /Christian Newswire/ -- What secrets are hiding behind the closed doors of those around you? Asking that question might open doors for someone too ashamed to speak up, someone like Jill. Jill was trapped in domestic violence.

Jill's neighbor, a family friend, "didn't project the appearance of a sinister, devil-like monster--you know the dark, sunken, penetrating eyes that could stare a hole through your bones. To tell the truth, his warm personality and contagious smile would disarm a demon. That's the kind of person who put Jill behind closed doors in a big house--fourteen rooms in all--on Main Street."

You have just entered into "Secrets Behind Closed Doors" (WinePress, 2009), a powerful new book by David Ray.

In his new book, Ray uses examples of real people struggling with real issues such as homosexuality, adultery, pornography, sexual abuse, suicide, euthanasia, dementia, and out-of-wedlock pregnancies. Ray believes these issues affect not only the individual, but also their families, churches, community, and society – millions of people connected with the individual.

The author says, "I'm convinced that no person, family, church, community, or society is best served by treating [these subjects] as unmentionables. So rather than rant, rave, and rail, I feel it's urgent that they be dealt with publicly, as well as privately."

Included in each chapter is a Study Guide: Discussion Room, providing an opportunity for readers to agree/disagree with statements. The purpose is to motivate additional thought, application, and sharing in classes, small groups, and organizations. Guidebook Answers in each chapter offer practical solutions for issues discussed, and more. They also apply to readers who aren't personally dealing with the particular issue the chapter talks about.

Born and raised in Texas, David Ray's life experiences range from former naval aviator, pastor, husband, father, and writer; his passion is helping people unravel tough questions with God's compassion and sensitivity. As a young pastor, Ray helped numerous congregants deal with life-changing, difficult problems. After traveling abroad and meeting people from all over the world from all walks of life, Ray realized those needs weren't unique to his community.

For more information, to request a review copy or to schedule an interview, please contact Adam Cothes by phone at 360-802-9758, or by email at adam@winepressgroup.com. To purchase a copy of this book visit www.winepressbooks.com or call 877-421-7323.