Author : Lucy Schwarz
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 49,81 MB
Release : 2023-08-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 371089638X
This book contains poems about first love and heartbreak, the fear of never being good enough for others and yourself, finding out who you really are, goodbyes, as well as new beginnings. I want to tell you all about the people who have hurt me recklessly, loved me unconditionally, healed me selflessly, and ultimately made me who I am today. This is my story, but I hope you can find a piece of yourself in these poems. And I hope you'll feel less alone afterwards.
Author : Morgan Harper Nichols
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 49,9 MB
Release : 2021-04-27
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 031045655X
In the midst of the hurt and the mundane, the questions and the not yets, you can forget just how far you have come. This illustrated collection of poetry and essays invites you to reclaim moments of brokenness, division, and pain and re-envision them as experiences of reconciliation, unity, and hope. Popular Instagram poet and bestselling author Morgan Harper Nichols weaves together personal reflections through her signature poems, reflecting on the moments that shaped her. She invites you to: Awaken your heart and recognize how your own story has made you who you are today Enter into a deeper understanding of pressing on and pressing in, of transformation and surrender Discover meaning in the losses and embrace anticipation for the splendor ahead Become who you are in the moment you hold right now How Far You Have Come is an excellent gift for college and high school graduations, celebrations and anniversaries, life transitions, and birthdays or simply a gift for yourself. Follow Morgan on Instagram @morganharpernicols (along with her millions of followers), and look for more beautiful, thought-provoking poetry in her other collections: All Along You Were Blooming You Are Only Just Beginning
Author : Joseph Schneider
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 48,29 MB
Release : 2020-02-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1492684457
"A brilliant first novel. Joseph Schneider's contemporary writing evokes some of Hollywood's most classic crime stories, from Chinatown to LA Confidential."—Dick Wolf, creator of Law & Order An incredible debut from up-and-coming author Joseph Schneider. Detective Tully Jarsdel may not be a typical Los Angeles cop—but he's the only one who can solve this case A body so badly burned that it could be mistaken for a movie prop... except for the smell. That's not something California law enforcement finds lying on the street every day. And when Detective Tully Jarsdel is called to the scene, it's clear to him that something about the placement of the corpse is intentional, even ritualistic. Jarsdel isn't a classic noir detective, but his former career in academia seems to finally be coming in handy, rather than serving as material for jokes from his partner, Morales. But nothing Jarsdel learned in school can prepare him for the deep evil behind this case, which appears to be as hopeless as it is violent. As Jarsdel and Morales attempt to settle their differences and uncover the motive behind the horrendous crime, they find themselves dragged into the underbelly of a city notorious for chewing up and spitting out anyone dumb enough to turn their back on survival. One Day You'll Burn is a shimmering debut that captures the glitz and squalor of Los Angeles while introducing an unforgettable detective readers will rank among the best in the genre. The first in the LAPD Detective Jarsdel series, this detective mystery is: For readers who love murder mysteries and police procedurals Perfect for fans of Michael Connelly and Lawrence Block For fans of the T.V. series Bones and C.S.I
Author : James A. Fussell
Publisher :
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 35,65 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1613743807
"An inspirational tale of personal struggle with and triumph over Tourette syndrome, this is the story of Jeff Matovic and the radical treatment he sought to cure himself. After suffering from Tourette's for years--with his tics and outbursts getting progressively worse and with no results coming from drugs or physical or spiritual therapy--Jeff was able to convince his doctors and his insurance company to try a risky deep brain stimulation treatment, a surgery that involves the implantation of a pacemaker for the brain into his skull. Penned by a journalist who is also afflicted with Tourette's, this is the incredible story of a friendship that blossomed under their common experiences with this bizarre brain disorder. A complete discussion of the latest medical research of and treatments for Tourette's, written in accessible and easy-to-understand terminology, is also included"--
Author : Danielle T. Hillie
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 125 pages
File Size : 36,50 MB
Release : 2022-06-22
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1669834409
Read and experience the story and life of Vernie Pharr King, a woman whose life has been filled with love, religion, education, and hard work. Her life has been filled with many lessons and experiences. Raised during the height of Jim Crow Laws and segregation, a time when inequality was at its peak, Vernie kept her faith in God and was able to overcome the adversity and hardships that entered her life and has done so for over 90 years. As a child, she attended the Lutheran parochial school, taught Sunday school classes, and later became a teacher at the same parochial school she attended. She graduated from Immanuel Lutheran Junior College in Greensboro, North Carolina. As a young recent graduate and newly trained Lutheran teacher, she traveled to Selma, Alabama where she was able to teach and live at the home of Dr. Rosa Young. In this book, you will explore the childhood and adulthood experiences of Vernie and read more about her life’s journey, as you navigate through her many encounters.
Author : Jerome Klinkowitz
Publisher : SIU Press
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 23,27 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780809324033
For his 40th published book, Klinkowitz (English, U. of Northern Iowa) details what he calls his own wasteful mis-education, the snake pit of academic politics, and the joy of teaching after he found a peaceful niche in Introduction to Literature. He does not provide an index. c. Book News Inc.
Author : Joyce Efia Harmer
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 35,92 MB
Release : 2023-05-25
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 1398511013
A groundbreaking and critically-acclaimed debut novel of friendship and freedom that crosses continents and centuries, in a timeslip story exploring the legacy of slavery, selected as The Times Children's Book of the Week. Sometime, me love to dream that me is a human, a proper one, like them white folks is. Enslaved on a plantation in Barbados, Obah dreams of freedom. As talk of rebellion bubbles up around her in the Big House, she imagines escape. Meeting a strange boy who’s not quite of this world, she decides to put her trust in him. But Jacob is from the twenty-first century. Desperate to give Obah a better life, he takes her back with him. At first it seems like dreams really do come true – until the cracks begin to show and Obah sees that freedom comes at an unimaginable cost . . . Hopeful and devastating, this powerful novel about equality, how far we’ve come, and how far we still have to go, introduces an extraordinary new literary voice. Praise for How Far We've Come: ‘A powerful exploration of racism, solidarity, friendship, freedom and hope’ Laura Bates ‘One of the most impressive young adult debuts of the year. This gripping novel takes a nuanced look at the legacy of slavery, injustice and inequality in today's world’ Observer ‘Both hopeful and heartbreaking, this gripping book turns a searchlight on the changing faces of injustice through time’ Guardian ‘A brilliant idea and a powerful debut’ The Times, Children’s Book of the Week ‘A seriously impressive debut. Read it now’ Irish Times ‘A powerful, ambitious, unforgettable read about freedom, rebellion, love and hope’ Liz Hyder ‘A gut punch of a debut, this book is both vital reading and a call to arms’ Laura Wood ‘Compassionate, brave, authentic, educational. Everyone should read it’ Abiola Bello
Author : Nicolas Wilson
Publisher : Nicolas Wilson
Page : 27 pages
File Size : 29,27 MB
Release :
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1311519505
Fifteen short stories ranging from cyberpunk, to military fiction. Save As is one of seven free collections showcasing Nicolas Wilson's early short stories.
Author : Jocelyn Green
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 36,83 MB
Release : 2020-02-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1493422758
Meg and Sylvie Townsend manage the family bookshop and care for their father, Stephen, a veteran still suffering in mind and spirit from his time as a POW during the Civil War. But when the Great Fire sweeps through Chicago's business district, they lose much more than just their store. The sisters become separated from their father and make a harrowing escape from the flames with the help of Chicago Tribune reporter Nate Pierce. Once the smoke clears away, they reunite with Stephen, only to learn soon after that their family friend was murdered on the night of the fire. Even more shocking, Stephen is charged with the crime and committed to the Cook County Insane Asylum. Though homeless and suddenly unemployed, Meg must not only gather the pieces of her shattered life, but prove her father's innocence before the asylum truly drives him mad.
Author : Rachel Braunscheidel
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 44,50 MB
Release : 2018-10-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1483491293
We all have struggles in life that interrupt our feelings of peace. Burdens weigh heavy on us and we ache for a sense of refuge, hope, and belonging. In the midst of this exploration, a promise reaches out from the gospel: Jesus tells us that when we welcome him into our hearts, he will draw near and make his home with us (John 14:23). But what if this heart-space was something more of a heart-home? In The Heart-Home Builder, author Rachel Braunscheidel ponders what a heart-home is and how we can cultivate one even in the midst of life's difficulties. Rachel shares her own experiences with chronic illness and invites you into the hope she's found despite this pain. It is an invitation and an adventure to find deep hope, grace, and belonging right in the center of our souls.
