An intriguing and suspense-filled novel, Prayers of the Innocent is based on a true story of fraud and exploitation. The crimes occurred at historically black colleges in the south. The story follows a young college student who unwittingly is caught-up in bank fraud that leads to racketeering, sexual exploitation and theft. She only wanted a job to earn extra money. She did not consider the consequences she would have to pay to get it. Prayers of the Innocent is a story of fear, compassion and a need to protect. It is a story you will not forget. "Factually correct, accurate depiction of events leading to the arrest and prosecution of the perpetrator of these crimes. Thank you for your time in helping inform others of the downfalls that can arise by associating with 'con-men'." --Don Keller, Sgt., Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Department "A measuring stick or barometer for all students - female or male - to use when it comes to fraud." --Robert Bennett, Student Affairs Director, Southern University, Baton Rouge, LA. --"It is not often that real-life is like an intense crime drama, but that's exactly what you'll find in Prayers of the Innocent. True Innocence meets true Evil between its covers, and a mother's heart follows it all." --King Hoover, Host/Books in Review, CCTV CH-31, Fort Worth, TX "A story every parent, student, college and university staff member should read; a real page-turner. Ms. Weaks has done us a favor by revealing such a deceptive act." --Margaret Burroughs, Author, Life Lessons for the Christian Journey "I could not put it down. A very interesting story, Cynthia did a wonderful job telling the story in such a vivid manner. This should be a great seller." --Valarie Hatcher, Manager, Visions Bookstore @ The Vessel & the Sista 2 Sista Bookclub
An intriguing and suspense-filled novel, Prayers of the Innocent is based on a true story of fraud and exploitation. The crimes occurred at historically black colleges in the south. The story follows a young college student who unwittingly is caught-up in bank fraud that leads to racketeering, sexual exploitation and theft. She only wanted a job to earn extra money. She did not consider the consequences she would have to pay to get it. Prayers of the Innocent is a story of fear, compassion and a need to protect. It is a story you will not forget. "Factually correct, accurate depiction of events leading to the arrest and prosecution of the perpetrator of these crimes. Thank you for your time in helping inform others of the downfalls that can arise by associating with 'con-men'." --Don Keller, Sgt., Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Department "A measuring stick or barometer for all students - female or male - to use when it comes to fraud." --Robert Bennett, Student Affairs Director, Southern University, Baton Rouge, LA. --"It is not often that real-life is like an intense crime drama, but that's exactly what you'll find in Prayers of the Innocent. True Innocence meets true Evil between its covers, and a mother's heart follows it all." --King Hoover, Host/Books in Review, CCTV CH-31, Fort Worth, TX "A story every parent, student, college and university staff member should read; a real page-turner. Ms. Weaks has done us a favor by revealing such a deceptive act." --Margaret Burroughs, Author, Life Lessons for the Christian Journey "I could not put it down. A very interesting story, Cynthia did a wonderful job telling the story in such a vivid manner. This should be a great seller." --Valarie Hatcher, Manager, Visions Bookstore @ The Vessel & the Sista 2 Sista Bookclub
Zora Neale Hurston (1891-1960), the most prominent of the Harlem Renaissance women writers, was unique because her social and professional connections were not limited to literature but encompassed theatre, dance, film, anthropology, folklore, music, politics, high society, academia, and artistic bohemia. Hurston published four novels, three books of nonfiction, and dozens of short stories, plays, and essays. In addition, she won a long list of fellowships and prizes, including a Guggenheim and a Rosenwald. Yet by the 1950s, Hurston, like most of her Harlem Renaissance peers, had faded into oblivion. An essay by Alice Walker in the 1970s, however, spurred the revival of Hurston’s literary reputation, and her works, including her 1937 novel Their Eyes Were Watching God, have enjoyed an enduring popularity. Zora Neale Hurston: An Annotated Bibliography of Works and Criticism consists of reviews of critical interpretations of Hurston’s work. In addition to publication information, each selection is carefully crafted to capture the author’s thesis in a short, pithy, analytical framework. Also included are original essays by eminent Hurston scholars that contextualize the bibliographic entries. Meticulously researched but accessible, these essays focus on gaps in Hurston criticism and outline new directions for Hurston scholarship in the twenty-first century. Comprehensive and up-to-date, this volume contains analytical summaries of the most important critical writings on Zora Neale Hurston from the 1970s to the present. In addition, entries from difficult-to-locate sources, such as small academic presses or international journals, can be found here. Although intended as a bibliographic resource for graduate and undergraduate students, this volume is also aimed toward general readers interested in women’s literature, African American literature, American history, and popular culture. The book will also appeal to scholars and teachers studying twentieth-century American literature, as well as those specializing in anthropology, modernism, and African American studies, with a special focus on the women of the Harlem Renaissance.
Tired of living your life by the rules you didn't make, based on how people you've never met say you should live your life, or by standards someone else has set? In The Woo-Woo Sisters' Wee Book of Wisdom: Just Some Little Life Essentials I Wish I Had Known When, Cynthia Drew Barnes, PhD, writes heartfelt messages to you: about who you really are and can become, about the life you were meant to live, about the men you love or hope to love, and about why you're really here on planet earth. Woo-woo sisters, this book will help you liberate yourselves from your own fears and from other people's expectations. Read this powerful book. Risk being just who you are and embrace all who you were truly meant to be.
Reflections of a Broken Woman is a compendium of restoring your inner self. By sharing her experiences and the experiences of the other woman that have contributed to this project, she desires to encourage the hopeless, vulnerable, lost and broken daughters of God. Sometimes we all need to be reminded that there is nothing too difficult for God.
Jazmynne Kennedy is a strong Christian woman who has the gift of helping people through their psychological turmoil. She is one of the top psychotherapists in the country and often sought after by people dealing with all sorts of addictions and mental illnesses. Jazmynne has a life changing experience that leaves her perplexed and vulnerable when she meets the gorgeous Bryce Vance. Will she be able to treat him like any other client, or will she give in to his good looks and charm? This psychological thriller will keep you guessing until the last page.
What is going on, and how did I get here?!! Most of us have been there: feeling the regret of choices that we have made that sent us on a path of no return. That path may have led to divorce that plunged you into a life you never expected; or it could have resulted through the choices of others or circumstances for which you had no control. This book When the One You Love Doesn’t Love You Anymore explores some of the often hard questions about life, marriage and divorce and what it takes to change the very things that are holding you back from living a fulfilling life. No matter what path you find yourself on, there is hope for a change that can enrich your life more than you can ever imagine. There is a treasure waiting to be discovered. Are you ready for an adventure?
From the beginning, Cynthia Thomas’s life was unstable. All children want to feel safe and loved by their parents. However, Cynthia was not born into a loving environment. Instead, she endured fear and broken trust that allowed negative strongholds to form, and she carried them into adulthood. In Courage through the Darkness, Cynthia shares her inspiring story of moving beyond her traumatic childhood to healing and restoration. Through her journey, she is forced to face her fears and make difficult decisions while searching for peace, comfort, and freedom. Along the way, she hears a still small voice speaking to her heart, providing the hope she so desperately needs. With Jesus at her side and guiding the way, Cynthia demonstrates that triumph can come from tragedy, but you must have the courage to pass through the darkness and seek the light on the other side.
It seems that almost everybody is affected by rejection to some degree. The spirit of rejection has a way of destroying you and your purpose; because it attacks the very person that we are. This demonic spirit destroys our self-esteem, worth, purpose, finances, and attacks who we are in Christ. Jesus paid the price for our freedom; He died to set us free and for us to live and abundant life. Keep in mind, many believers know the truth but they are not experiencing freedom in every area of their lives. When you are set free from the spirit of rejection, which is bondage: You will no longer feel worthless, abandon or unloved. You will no longer operate in lack and limitations. You will no longer have the wrong perception of God, family, and people. It's time to let go of bitterness, resentment, unforgiveness, and anger and receive God's love and the fullness of His promises. Walk out of pain into purpose and receive the promises that God has for you. You are the unique expression of God-Yahweh and your life is a message.
Nina grew up without a father. Her mom and her sister, Jenna, are her only family. On her seventeenth birthday, Nina receives a last letter from her father, a letter he wrote only days before he died. She holds his last words in her hands, as she realizes that her father's last wish is that she keeps her family together. Soon, an unexpected mistake throws Nina's family in disorder, and Nina finds herself unable to forgive herself. Will she give up, or struggle to keep her family together? This is the story...of an unbreakable relationship.
Shortly after eloping with her sister's boyfriend, Trudy soon found herself in an abusive marriage. Now, six years later, she's coming home, unsure if she'll be accepted or rejected by the ones she loves and hurt the most.
Too often our broken hearts hold us back from living extraordinary lives. Transparent and unapologetic, Cynthia exposes the faulty beliefs that once left her feeling worthless, not enough, and shares how "Girl You Got This" helped her to move pass not good enough to more than enough. Sometimes finding your strength means to dig deep and find that hurting little girl on the inside of you and heal her heart. Learning how to love Keith taught me how to love myself, but most importantly, it taught me how to Love God.
THE ARTFUL LIAR is a fictionalized memoir about disloyalty and duplicity written in the third-person as a series of stand-alone vignettes based on the author’s imagination and experiences. At the end of each vignette are five meaningful learning messages, gleaned through the life tests of that story. THE ARTFUL LIAR presents an examined life to the reader. It tells one woman’s journey and her reflections on surviving deception and betrayal. It’s meant to be a gift to women of all ages everywhere who struggle with dishonesty, cheating, infidelity and relationship loss. It’s a call to every woman to be strong, to pay attention, to listen to her gut, to rid herself of betrayers and deceivers, and to claim what she wants. Reviews for THE ARTFUL LIAR: “In THE ARTFUL LIAR, Cynthia Friedlander has given us the compelling story of a decade-long relationship between a charming sociopathic liar and the successful, talented and intelligent woman who loves him. When she at last discovers – and can no longer explain away or deny – the extent of his lies, she must learn to fight to regain her self-respect, self-esteem, and her very existence. THE ARTFUL LIAR ultimately becomes a heart-wrenching cautionary tale for modern, urban women of all ages.” –Pat Carr, author of ONE PAGE AT A TIME “Cynthia Friedlander’s THE ARTFUL LIAR delves into the story of a betrayed woman with such depth and honesty, one can almost feel her pain as she becomes aware of the extent of her betrayer’s lies. She must come to terms with the knowledge that a man she loved and shared her life with had deceived her for years, and Friedlander pours her soul into her writing of the woman’s pain and, eventual healing. Friedlander provides a service to the many people who will find comfort in seeing themselves and their stories reflected in this book.” –Ellen Schnier, LCSW, Psychotherapist “What a beautiful and graceful telling of an extraordinary story. I could not stop turning the pages and anticipating what would happen next - what great storytelling is all about. Surely this book is going to touch many lives. So many of us have been deceived by one(s) we loved; this retelling of how the author overcame, regained her confidence, and moved on was what really made the book for me. I am also very impressed with the guiding messages. Such a gift for anyone who is in the valley and trying to climb back up the mountain.” –Elise Davis-McFarland, PhD, former VP, Trident Technical College, Certified Speech-Language Pathologist “Thank you for giving us THE ARTFUL LIAR. This book stirred my emotions and interest at all times. I could feel pain and anger. What a strong and courageous woman. THE ARTFUL LIAR will help many women who have found themselves in a deceptive relationship.” –Florence Schmelzer, Native New Yorker, Relationship Survivor, Former Manager, New York Convention and Visitors Bureau
With vision, compassion and authority, Evangelist Cynthia Allen delivers a powerful voice to aide the sick and hurting with healing and deliverance through the Word of God. Now sit back, relax and allow the commanding voice of the Lord guide you into victory!
Are you in bondage to your childhood? Do you suffer from a deep seeded loneliness that you think no one knows about? Are you unable to forgive no matter how hard you try? This is my story of how with God's help I was able to claim victory and enter into His joy. A joy I could only read about in the Bible... yet it always seemed unattainable no matter how hard or how long I prayed. It was a long and drawn out journey learning how to fully and wholly surrender my will over to the Father. My hope is that by reading my story your journey to wholeness can be shortened. That you too can receive victory and begin entering in to the joy of the Lord.
Who told you that you were disqualified? What labels are you still wearing? What words still taunt you? What images still haunt you? Who said the unthinkable, and did the unimaginable to you? You are more than what was done to you, more than what you have been labeled, more than the name-calling, more than your feelings, more than your appearance, more than your mistakes, and much, much, more. You are a champion. You are more than a conqueror. Isn't it time that you unwrap, unpack, release, and discover the warrior inside of you? Dive in and discover the power to live your life the way God intended. If God Has Not Disqualified You, Do Not Disqualify Yourself delivers a God's eye view to power and victory over insecurity, fear, low self-esteem, and the feelings of not being good enough, and inspires you to see yourself as God sees you.
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