Now available from Linkville Press! Two families: one white, one black. One family escapes the oppression of 19th-century slavery; the other seeks refuge from the oppression of nature gone wrong. They meet in the wilds of Oregon, in a world far different from the places of their origins. Hope is a strong, vivacious girl, open to friendships and willing to accept all. Joshua is the black teen who becomes her best friend, even though her family does not wish it. When Hope goes blind from scarlet fever, Joshua is instrumental in finding help for her, and Elijah and Mia pave the way for a relationship that spans the centuries. A few years pass, and now Joshua comes to Hope's aid again, when it seems there is a way to regain her sight. When their relationship blooms into something more serious, it turns out that the ones who are truly blind are those who let racism stand in the way of love. Set in 1800s Oregon, Hope's journey has her meeting historical figures such as Oregon Senator George Baldwin and Mr. William Clark (Montana's Copper King) and is a story that will surpass the limitations of prejudice.
[A] riveting account of a fishing boat and its four young crewman lost at sea in 1984 off the coast of Montauk in eastern Long Island--a "fishing town with a drinking problem," as the locals have it--and the stunning repercussions of that loss for the families and friends of the four missing men and, indeed, the entire storied summer community of the Hamptons"--
Whether you have food allergies or you simply want healthier alternatives to your favorite desserts, you'll soon be cooking like a rock star even if you have no prior experience in the kitchen. Most of my recipes only take a few minutes to prepare, yet they're bursting with flavor and nutrients so you can feel energized instead of sluggish. All of these recipes were invented with love and care. Impress yourself and treat your friends and family to delicious memories.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be the woman of the house at just ten years old? When Amanda's Mama passes away from an aggressive form of breast cancer, Amanda is left to raise her seven year old brother and forty-three year old father. She is just ten years old. In this coming of age novel, Amanda becomes determined to make her house better than any house with a Mama in it. Using the terms "before cancer" and "after cancer," Amanda candidly details what it was like to grow up as a motherless daughter. "Still today, at twenty-five years old, I feel like women who have mothers “have the key” to womanhood that I do not. I still struggle with feminine things like going to birthday parties and bridal showers. I wonder if I am wearing the right outfit. I agonize over whether or not I bought the right type of gift and wrapped it as nicely as the other gifts."This book is ideal for anyone experiencing adolescent grief. It would also be extremely useful for parents and teachers who are in contact with children who have lost a parent and want to see firsthand the coming of age trials and tribulations associated with grief.
In the outdoor industry, the secret to men’s success is that they’re not afraid of failure. They don’t need to be afraid of failure because they have claimed their permanent belonging for themselves in the wilderness. We need to do the same, and so I wrote this book for you. For someone who is just getting started or wants to get started in fly fishing, there can be a lot of barriers to entry. Basic vocabulary and knowledge shouldn’t be one of those barriers. This book is by no means comprehensive. It is a basic guide to get you started on the water and in the community. In the end, we all come to the river for our own reasons. Speaking for myself, I am here for peace, connection, and adventure. I am here for me. I wrote this book for the women who see other women out on the water and are equally in awe, intimidated, and think that’s-cool-but-that-could-never-be-me. It can be, and it should be. You have a place out here. If you’re like me, sometimes you need a little push out the door. Consider these stories, knowledge, and lessons the push that gets you over the threshold. You have a place, a belonging, in the wild and beautiful spaces of the world. Don’t be afraid to claim it.
Let The Light In" is a collection of poetry about the author, Amanda Olejniczak's ongoing journey grieving and healing. Amanda reported a family member for inappropriate behavior years after the abuse took place. This resulted in many family members abandoning her, believing the abuser, and thinking she was just severely mentally ill, making everything up; in the dark chaos, Amanda found comfort in writing poems. That does not dismiss the fact that some days, weeks, or even months at a time are still very difficult. Hours spent ruminating on what could have been had she not made the report and just kept living life as if everything were fine, crying, sobbing, or replaying old conversations to try and make sense of them. "Let The Light In" is not a story of how things magically fell into place for Amanda after making a police report. This is, however, a story of how Amanda came into her truth and into herself as a person living her life according to that truth. It was not an easy ride, and it is no way over, but she's letting that yellow glow of the light in, bit by bit through all of the broken parts, to help her heal.
This bundle contains : SUDDENLY... MARRIAGE!,THE LAWYER'S CONTRACT MARRIAGE/MARRYING HER BILLIONAIRE BOSS , and HER CONVENIENT MILLIONAIRE. Grant O'Hara is the young hot-shot of the business world, shrouded in mystery, and reporter Cheyenne has gotten the chance to interview him. It's Mardi Gras in New Orleans, and Carnivale, a costume party in the middle of the city, is happening. Cheyenne dons a costume and joins Grant at the party, but she witnesses a murder happening among the hustle and bustle of the crowd. Who are these men dressed as red demons? The two dart into a church filled with couples. Trying to fit in, Cheyenne and Grant say their vows in a wedding ceremony. But it's not just the theatrical performance they assume it is. They find out that this wedding is the real deal...!
A frank analysis of the medical and emotional inequalities that pervade the healthcare process for critically ill children Families who have a child with a life-threatening illness face a daunting road ahead of them, one that not only upends their everyday lives, but also strikes at the very heart of parenthood. In “Save My Kid,” Amanda M. Gengler traces the emotional difficulties these families navigate as they confront a fundamentally unequal healthcare system in the United States. Gengler reveals the unrecognized, everyday inequalities tangled up in the process of seeking medical care, showing how different families manage their children’s critical illnesses. She also uncovers the role that emotional goals—deeply rooted in the culture of illness and medicine—play in medical decision-making, healthcare interactions, and the end of children’s lives. A deeply compassionate read, “Save My Kid” is an inside look at inequality in healthcare among those with the most at stake.
Dear Creative Self is a book written for those who want to change their relationship with creativity. It gives you tools, creative dates, letters and insights for innovation, by articulating seven important spheres of the creative process. Amanda's faith journey takes you all over the world with stories of her co-creation with God. She believes that as you grow in your understanding of spirituality and the power of creativity you will find your voice. The way we speak to ourselves about creativity matters and this book helps set up a scaffold that holds space for growth and self-expression. Grab a cup of tea and a pen; you will want to dive deep into her story and come away inspired to create again.
Greenlee Lynn Granger is about to find out how easily social media can be used as a malicious tool: a normal teen one day and ruined the next. Who knew a boy's affections would turn her life into such a nightmare? Becoming a designated 'project, ' a joke in front of the whole school, turns Greenlee's life upside down. Relationships with her family and friends strained, she is forced to make mature decisions. Greenlee knows her choices will determine the future of her abusers. An emotional glimpse into the reality of cyberbullying. The Greenlee Project showcases the all-too-common anonymous and cruel betrayals of others through social media, of such magnitude that it devastates a young teen, her friends, family, and the community. Cyberbullying affects not just the victims, but everyone around them. After being the target of cyberbullying, what Greenlee does next is shocking
High school junior Payton Phillips is dating the boy she knows she's going to spend the rest of her life with: Reece Townsend. An opportunity for the dating teens and their friends to have the night of their lives--an invite to Stacie Wiggin's party--will go down in the books as epic. But when things escalate and emotions run high, the evening of their dreams turns into a nightmare of he said, she said. Who did exactly what that night? As teens tweet, Snap, and play their stories out online, social media threatens to ruin more than the teens' reputations. Relationships, scholarships, and entire families are at stake. Whose side of the story will you choose to believe, his or hers?
Who knew a slimy moss bomb war between friends would lead to an adventure of a lifetime-escaping from a human! Find out if the fairies can help the stranger reunite with her family, or if there be a human attack.
Hannah Gunner, once a carefree child, is faced with secrets, lies, and betrayal. A life-changing event during her adolescent years forces her to confront a past that she no longer recognizes. Now, questioning everything she thought she knew, Hannah struggles with the person she is supposed to be! With the help of her boyfriend, Grayson Parks, nicknamed Cash, and her closest friend, Lindsey, they discover several clues that may hold the missing links to her life. A tattered box filled with worn-out letters holds some of the answers that she needs, but not all of them! With an assist from her aunt and a visitor from her past, Hannah manages to track down the only person in the world who can answer her questions--the Captain! Why did those closest to her lie in the first place? Will Hannah ever find the answers that she needs to bring her peace? Suspenseful, engaging, and with twists and turns that make it impossible to put down, this is a book filled with surprises!
Study Guide for The Greenlee Project is intended to accompany The Greenlee Project by Amanda M. Thrasher. This study guide contains a variety of questions for each chapter, including multiple choice, short answer, fact vs. fiction, and more.
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