The Darker Side of Me" is a captivating novel about a young African American girl and her experiences while attending a fictitious Historically Black College / University (HBCU). Throughout her journey to achieving a college degree, she faces both social and moral challenges. Unfortunately, she has a dark side and when triggered, she becomes evil, mean-spirited, vindictive, and cruel - oftentimes when she feels unloved and rejected. Throughout the story, she must learn how to forgive herself for her mistakes and develop a strong passionate self-love, which will fuel her future success. Once the young girl is able to understand and control her dark side, she is able to see herself as the rest of the world sees her - a smart, strong, confident, and independent woman. Only then is she able to move forward and achieve her goal of becoming a college graduate and enjoy a successful career.
Dig deep into the unsolved murder of Jackie English and join the hunt for a serial killer Fifty years ago, a serial killer prowled the quiet city of London, Ontario, marking it as his hunting grounds. As young women and boys were abducted, raped, and murdered, residents of the area held their loved ones closer and closer, terrified of the monster — or monsters — stalking the streets. Homicide detective Dennis Alsop began hunting the killer in the 1960s, and he didn’t stop searching until his death 40 years later. For decades, detectives, actual and armchair, and the victims’ families and friends continued to ask questions: Who was the Forest City Killer? Was there more than one person, or did a depraved individual commit all of these crimes on his own? Combing through the files Detective Alsop left behind, researcher Vanessa Brown reopens the cases, revealing previously unpublished witness statements, details of evidence, and astonishing revelations. And through her investigation, Vanessa posits the unthinkable: is it possible that the Forest City Killer is still alive and, like the notorious Golden State Killer, a simple DNA test could bring him to justice?
Cool Shades provides the first in-depth exploration of the enduring appeal of sunglasses in visual culture, both historically and today. Ubiquitous in fashion, advertising, film and graphic design, sunglasses are the ultimate signifier of 'cool' in mass culture; a powerful attribute pervading much fashion and pop cultural imagery which has received little scholarly attention until now. Accessible and highly engaging, this book offers an original history of how sunglasses became a fashion accessory in the early twentieth century, and addresses the complex variety of meanings they have the power to articulate, through associations with vision, light, glamour, darkness, fashion, speed and technology in the context of modernity. Cool Shades will be of great interest to students of fashion, design, visual and material culture, cultural studies and sociology, as well as general readers fascinated by this iconic fashion staple.
This fascinating and educational bilingual title features important historical and geographical information on Wyoming, including data about the people and culture of the state, and maps with keys, rivers, and main cities. Back matter includes state activities and facts, visual hall of famous people, visual glossary, index, resources, Web sites, and word count. Part of The Bilingual Library of the United States of America series, this is an incredible resource for young new readers in Spanish and older English-as-a-Second-Language learners.
“Brown paper bag” is a story about adventure, imagination, and culture. Brielle is a seven year old girl that loves to travel, read and explore. Every time she looks into her brown paper bag, she is whisked away to another country. Take a journey with Brielle and learn about different, animals, foods, dressing styles, and monuments of different countries!
This book was inspired by the true weather conditions in Cincinnati after interviewing dining customers. Though its’ intended to bring laughter and lessons, it is also my hope the lessons we pass to our children will remain as we launch them toward their futures. Fun-filled winter season activities and facts are the focus of this book. Here Thermo, the grand master creator of weather keeps the climates safely under his belt. A place called Cinsanot is the location where all climates may be experienced simultaneously favorable for all, unless the residents began to complain. Seasonal awareness and the swift behavioral changes through grumpiness, personal choices, and the lack of gratefulness for what we have is the target lesson. A new plan including secret helpers is a part of this winter’s plot by Thermo, The residents are left to locate clues so they can enjoy an awaiting spring season.
Through the flood, fire, and wilderness, God can sustain your soul to maintain the desire to come out of your wilderness, out of the familiar and out of the darkness into the beautiful light. The same way I lost so many things doing my own thing, my own way, God has a way of redeeming you in real time. God always has a plan to being restoration. As I open the door of my life and express my heart to encourage, empower, inspire and redirect some into purpose. I will be open and transparent in ways that I have never shared for fear of being judged. Many aspects of my life I saw no hope. I experienced devastations that I did not know how to deal with properly at that time. I had to return to Jesus arms of safety. He is our Inseparable Sustainer that will bring us up and out to come forth as Pure Gold!
Lady Eloise Bishop is the most renowned and secretive woman in all of London. But secrets can be dangerous. Especially when you have one worth killing to keep. But all she really wants is redemption and a chance for the life that she once dreamed. But only those with souls can be redeemed and Lady Eloise gave up hers for her husband Jonathan a long time ago.
Have you ever walked past a homeless person and thought to yourself: "How did they end up like that?" Maybe you figured if they only got a job, things would be better for them. What would happen if one day you woke up and everything you had, all of your possessions where gone. Maybe because of a fire, or you had to leave your home because of domestic violence, or your spouse died leaving no money, and you can't pay the mortgage, and you lose your home? What do you do next? Some people don't have the option of family, or close friends that will take them in. I ask the question again...what do you do next?
As interdependent beings, relationships are a very important part of our lives. We innately seek love, acceptance, encouragement and inspiration. But in order to receive these blessings and create good relationships with one another, we must first seek a personal relationship with God. God never tires of hearing from us, because He wants us to trust Him and communicate with Him in our spirit. A relationship with God is an exciting lifelong journey that alters the way we see and live our lives. It also changes how we react to everyday, trails, tribulations and relationship challenges. Take It Personal is a compilation of insightful verse, inspired from the author's personal reflection and meditation on the Word of God. This book is filled with nuggets of spiritual wisdom, inspiration, and affirmation of God's love. It will renew your spirit and strengthen your faith.
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