Sneakers and Tiaras


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Are you searching for God's plan for your life? Sneakers and Tiaras brings refreshing insight on God's love for his children and his wonderful plan for each one. Welcoming readers into her personal story, Alexandra M. Morales lovingly offers advice to young women looking for direction in life. Sneakers and Tiaras shares sound truths with supporting scriptures. From fairy-tale imagery to her own romantic venture, Alexandra engages readers with her warm woman-to-woman confessions. Each story from this touching memoir comes from the heart of the author. Discover your place in God's plan and change your life forever.




Diary of a Chav


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Fifteen-year-old Shiraz Bailey Wood's days are filled with hanging around outside Claire's Accessories, her parents work crap jobs, and her school is pretty much loser central. But this loveable British dreamer with a brain and a heart of gold is beginning to feel there might be a lot more to life than minimum wage and the bling of a souped-up car.




Warpaint


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If you are raising a daughter in the 21st century Warpaint is the book for you. The challenges our daughters face are countless. Social media plays a huge role in influencing them. Their self-worth, identity, and destiny are under attack. Mothers often question their ability to “bring up their children in the nurture and the admonition of the Lord” Ephesians 6:4 (KJV). The answer is a firm foundation in God’s Word and His truth. The author shares her personal story as she raises her nine-year-old identical twin daughters. She shares her hopes and dreams for them: to know their worth in Christ Jesus, to embrace their uniqueness, and to equip them with the Word of God to “Fight the Good Fight.” She also shares her own struggles of being the mother God has called her to be. Over a hundred scriptures are woven into the pages of Warpaint to encourage and empower mothers and daughters alike.




Confessions of a Not-So-Supermodel


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Who you are and who you want to be don’t always match up. Like most teenage girls, you’ve probably spent lots of time in front of the mirror wondering what you’ll be when you grow up—or dreaming of who you’ll become. Is it a supermodel, an actress, a dancer, or is it a businesswoman, a mom, or even a pastor? Brooklyn Lindsey grew up dreaming of being a supermodel. She even had a chance to do some modeling and became a festival queen. Her experiences taught her a lot about what she did and didn’t want in life. But it wasn’t until she became a youth pastor that she realized God had already set her “supermodel” dream in motion. God had plans for her to be a different kind of “supermodel.”God has a plan for you, too—and it’s probably bigger than anything you could ever imagine. Read along as Brooklyn shares stories of triumph and tragedy as an aspiring model, and learn how your faith and your friends play a significant role in who you are and who you’ll become. In Confessions of a Not-So-Super Model you’ll begin to reshape the way you see yourself and the way you dream. You’ll discover that being a supermodel doesn’t always require fabulous hair and a great figure.




Glass Sneakers


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Princess is the last word that George McAlden would attach to her own name. She doesn’t have the poise, the finesse, and even the girly name required for the job. In fact, one look at her only pair of shoes—old boyish sneakers—gives her true pedigree away. Try styling those shoes with a tiara! And yet she finds herself thrown into the glittering and messy world of the Kingdom of Triavia’s court life when she takes on the job of princess-in-training who will be betrothed to Prince Arthur Luke D. Chateaubriand, the royal family’s youngest and most infamous son. All George ever wanted was a steady job to earn enough to live by. Maybe “princess” is the job she’s been looking for all along. Well, you know what they say. If the glass sneakers fit…




The Cheetah Girls Growl Power Forever! (Books 9-12, Bind-Up #3)


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"The Cheetah Girls will inspire all those kids who want to become singers like us. Can't wait for the movie!" -Destiny's Child, Columbia Records The Cheetah Girls have made it big in their own movie on Disney Channel. Now see how it all began as Galleria, Chanel, Dorinda, Anginette, and Aquanette find family, friends, fortune, and fame in four cheetah-charming tales. Anyone can do what they do . . . all it takes is a little growl power! Deborah Gregory is a contributing writer for Essence, Vibe, and More, and is widely published in many national magazines, including Seventeen, Us, Paper, and Entertainment Weekly. She lives in New York City.




Keep Quiet


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New York Times bestselling and Edgar Award winning author Lisa Scottoline is loved by millions of readers for her suspenseful novels about family and justice. Scottoline delivers once again with Keep Quiet, an emotionally gripping and complex story about one man's split-second decision to protect his son - and the devastating consequences that follow.Jake Buckman's relationship with his sixteen-year-old son Ryan is not an easy one, so at the urging of his loving wife, Pam, Jake goes alone to pick up Ryan at their suburban movie theater. On the way home, Ryan asks to drive on a deserted road, and Jake sees it as a chance to make a connection. However, what starts as a father-son bonding opportunity instantly turns into a nightmare. Tragedy strikes, and with Ryan's entire future hanging in the balance, Jake is forced to make a split-second decision that plunges them both into a world of guilt and lies. Without ever meaning to, Jake and Ryan find themselves living under the crushing weight of their secret, which threatens to tear their family to shreds and ruin them all. Powerful and dramatic, Keep Quiet will have readers and book clubs debating what it means to be a parent and how far you can, and should, go to protect those you love.







Surprising Stories Behind Everyday Stuff


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Who invented pizza? Why do people shake hands? Why do we wear underwear? You'll find the answers to these questions and more in this new series from National Geographic Kids! Ever wonder how basketball got started? Why we have birthday cakes? And why some people use forks and some use chopsticks? Prepare to be amazed by the surprising backstories behind the things you use or do every day! From familiar foods to common clothing items to bizarre beauty regimens, this book covers all your burning questions: Who thought of that? Where did that come from? Why is that a thing? Presented in a bold, colorful design, with stunning photos, and jam-packed with awesome facts, this book will have you totally riveted! Once you know all this cool stuff about the origins of everyday stuff, you can "wow" your friends and family.




Sneaker Coloring Book


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Take a break from your stressful day-to-day sneaker hunting and amp up your creativity. In the Sneaker Coloring Book you can color your most beloved shoe models in what ever way you want. You can relax your mind with some peaceful coloring fun, or get heads on creative adding that complex design you always wished for your favorite sneaker model. Whether you are an advanced sneaker head or just have the slightest interest in street fashion and sneakers, you can't go wrong with the Sneaker Coloring Book! Equally well suited for kids and adults, the book's 50 pages are packed with illustrations of some of the most iconic sneaker models of all times. From the original Pro Keds, Adidas Superstar and Vans Sk8-Hi, via '80s classics such as Troop and Air Jordan, to recent models like Nike Marty Mcfly, Puma Creeper, Balenciaga triple S and Adidas Yeezy - just to name a few of the many models included in the book. The shoes in the Sneaker Coloring Book are illustrated by Alexander Rosso, a sneaker nerd of rank who has spent the past 12 years working as a graphic designer and illustrator, mainly in the music and streetwear business. The Sneaker Coloring Book is the perfect gift for anyone interested in sneakers, design and streetwear! The Sneaker Coloring Book is marker friendly! Use your favorite markers without the risk of ruining the illustration on the other side of the paper. The Sneaker Coloring Book is the latest in Dokument Press' popular coloring book series, with titles such as Hip Hop Coloring Book and Graffiti Style Coloring Book.