Have you ever been in a situation where life was throwing you curve balls, around the worlds and upper cuts at the same time? Like seriously, it felt like you were on a roller coaster, merry-go- round and zipping pipping...and you just wanted to get off the ride? Well... child...welcome to Back Against The Wall. Back Against The Wall is not your typical fiction novel. It speaks about every day circumstances that we all can relate to in one way or another. Diamond's story is an expression of how Melanin Queens survive in deep waters that would significantly drown a shark The characters and situations posed in this novel will have you questioning your friends and reevaluating your relationship. This page turning, side- eyeing, pearl clutching, mouth covering, heart pounding novel will leave you pondering one simple question..."What about your friends?"Always remember..."Just because you are affiliated doesn't mean that you are accepted and when making adult decisions; Adolescent excuses are no longer valid."-ATK
Praise for Tamera North's 101 Ideas "I found Tamera's book really empowering for educating my child. It's like a toolbox of learning activities that are easy to pull together at home. I enjoyed finding the materials (either at home, in dollar stores, or secondhand stores), and seeing how my son engaged with each of the activities, building in complexity. I've been drawing on the book for over a year and my son has really increased his focus and discipline." - Tahirih Bartlett "Tamera's book has been an incredible learning tool for my seven-year-old daughter. She has tried all of Tamera's materials included in the book, and playing with them has become her favorite part of the day It's truly amazing to witness the focus, and motor skills the activities developed in my child. I think Tamera's book is a must-have for parents who wish to see their children excel in all the developmental stages. Thank you, Tamera, for creating this book " - Alexandra North "The days are long but the years are short." I have heard this phrase used many times to describe motherhood. But this book has turned those long days into days of joy and fulfillment as a mom. My three-year-old son has thrived under the Montessori way of learning. He is not only independent but such a huge help in our home. He loves to be involved in simple tasks whether it's helping me in the kitchen, or helping my husband in the shop, he loves to help, and it brings a smile to our face every-time Watching him learn and grow through the simple activities in Tamera's book has brought so much joy to our hearts, and the bond my husband and I have made with our son through the activities and concepts is priceless." - Tamaris Ashley Borysiuk Tamera's Inspiration As I put down the bin to take out the materials one by one, piece by piece, my little niece was standing quietly observing my movements. She came closer to me, and placed her tiny little hand very lightly on my arm. Her gentle gesture captured my attention and pausing momentarily I looked down at her, my eyes locked to her big blue eyes. In that sweet still moment, I felt that she had something very important to tell me. With a strong but gentle firm tone in her voice, and with her eyes transfixed on mine, she said with great emphasis, "Teacher, I really, really LOVE your materials ". To this day I cannot explain what happened to my core in that moment of time. I had never heard a 3 yr old speak so firmly and passionately to me. With so few words, I felt that she was trying to tell me that her very spirit found the materials essential to the development of her well being and at the same time telling me how grateful she was. Those seven little words, "Teacher I really really love your materials," inspired an awakening within me. I knew then without a doubt that this book had to be completed and published. It had been languishing for too long and now I felt a great urgency to finish it and get it ready. Asha to this day is my number one fan, begging her mother daily, to borrow and bring a material home with her when she is picked up at the end of the day. She was inconsolable if there was any resistance toward that goal, eventually winning our consensus with,"Yes, Asha, of course you can borrow it for the night." And with smiles on all our faces, she would leave full of happiness with her precious package in hand, only to return it the next day to go home with another one."
From USA TODAY bestselling author Tamera Alexander comes an award-winning historical romance. Desperate for a fresh start, McKenna Ashford accepts her cousin's invitation to move west with her rebellious younger brother to the rugged wilds of the Colorado Territory, but what she finds there will be the greatest challenge of her life.Determined to tame her fourteen-year-old younger brother’s rebellious streak, twenty-three-year-old McKenna Ashford accepts her cousin’s invitation to move west and start over. McKenna arrives only to find that her cousin and her cousin's husband have died, leaving their five-year-old daughter an orphan—and that life in Copper Creek, Colorado, is far from what she expected.McKenna struggles with her sudden new role as the guardian of two children. Shouldering burdens beyond her years, McKenna tries to be the parent Robert needs instead of the older sister he resents. But her “untimely inheritance” challenges her resolve at every turn, while also offering a second chance to restore her sense of trust—and perhaps even her heart.U.S. Marshal Wyatt Caradon is dedicated to bringing fugitives to justice, yet years of living on the trail have taken their toll, and he finds himself at a crossroads. He's brought countless men to justice, but he questions what lasting good he has accomplished. When his path intersects that of young Robert Ashford, Wyatt glimpses himself, years ago, in the boy's pride and arrogance. He also sees a boy without a firm hand in his life. His well-meant attempt to help Robert brings him face-to-face with the one situation he never wanted to encounter—and the one woman who holds the key to helping him find his future.As McKenna struggles to let go of her independence and Wyatt considers opening his heart again, they discover an inheritance beyond imagination—but it will come at a price.Praise for The Inheritance:“Alexander has an awe-inspiring way of creating characters that brand your heart and leave you permanently connected. This story is too good to be missed!”—Romantic Times“Alexander’s inspirational historical romance vividly details the rough mining environment of 1870s Colorado...in a fast-paced, often poignant, and always hopeful tale.”—BooklistFull-length, stand-alone historical romance set in 18772010 Christy Award finalist and 2010 RITA Award winnerIncludes discussion questions for book clubs
""Know thyself." What does it mean to know thyself? Gaining insight into who you really are and what you stand for has become simpler with the introduction of this first-of-its-kind guide to absorbing the everyday wisdom that surrounds us all. By reading and engaging with Practical Wisdom, you can move from feeling inspired by the words of wise thinkers throughout history to learning more about and understanding your true self. The book breaks important ideas into bite-sized content that covers six needs we all have: vision, action, courage, perspective, healing, and identity. Each section includes quotes about those needs, reflections on the quote, and questions for consideration. The guide is interactive and calls on you not just to read and forget, but to respond in whatever way feels comfortable, whether that's journaling, creating art, sharing with a friend or group, or simply thinking quietly, alone. Through reading and responding, the quotes become transformative, going beyond the world of mere inspiration and self-help books. The customizable lessons contained within Practical Wisdom can help you transform your life."
Kiearah, the last changeling, lived in an isolated village in Dracasos. She had never seen a dragon until the night her parents were murdered on the orders of Dreven. Dreven learned how to harness the mystical tear of the dragon to enslave many and wreak havoc throughout the land. Now, Kiearah must trust a dragon to help her to retrieve the tear, defeat Dreven, and free the land from his tyrannical rule. But how can one small woman fight an enemy so strong all the forces of Dracasos could not defeat him? As she journeys to the dragons' lair, she finds friends to help her along the way, but it is up to her to fulfill an old prophecy and free Dracasos from Dreven's evil reign.About the AuthorTamera Zerby is the author of many short stories. As a reader, she has been a fan of C.S. Lewis, J.K. Rowling, Piers Anthony, Terry Brooks, George RR Martin, as well as many other fantasy authors. Disappointingly, she noticed the hero in these stories was usually a boy, and if it was a girl she often had to learn to fight, dress, and act like a boy. In Dragon's Don't Cry, Zerby sought to tell a story of a female heroine that saves the day while still being feminine. Kiearah uses her own natural talents to defeat her enemy. She never fights and remains very womanly. Zerby believes there is a hero in all of us and we all have a natural talent that can be used to make the world a better place. She currently resides in beautiful Southern Oregon with her two dogs, Jazimar and Secret.
Few estates born from the discovery of the Comstock Lode still survive. Among the grandest, Bowers Mansion, dates to the height of the Civil War. The property has a tragic history shrouded in legend, laid bare within these pages: from the mansion's construction; to Eilley Bowers's fight to maintain the property after her husband's death, running it as a resort and telling fortunes; to the mansion's restoration in the sixties with aid of a handful of determined women. Bowers Mansion: The Legacy of a Comstock Family is a tale of wealth and poverty, of decay and revival, offering up a powerful story from Nevada's history for readers of all kinds to enjoy.
Kiearah had never seen a dragon until the night her parents were murdered. She was the last changeling living in an isolated village in Dracasos, when Dreven used his dragons to wreak havoc, intent on killing her. Now Kiearah, the only one to escape, must trust a dragon to help her defeat Dreven and free the land from his tyrannical rule. But how can one small woman fight an enemy so strong all the forces of Dracasos could not defeat him? As she journeys to the dragons' lair, she finds friends to help her along the way, but it is up to her to fulfil an old prophecy and free Dracasos from the reign of evil.
The world we live in now requires everyone to have even a small ounce of love. But is it possible to love "difficult" people? In this book we will discover and learn about the Apostle John. John was one of the 12 disciples of Jesus. He came from an unusual background--feeling a certain way about people. As he studied under Jesus, and learned from Jesus--John had no choice but to love people. What better way to learn how to love than the greatest love of all--Jesus. We will dig deep in scripture and see how important loving people is. We will learn what God requires of us. We will see how Jesus loved back then and how he loves us today. Loving people is not easy, but Jesus is our perfect example. Let's go through the life of John. Did he really show agape love? Is it possible to have that unconditonal love for people? To God be the Glory
The adventure continues as Leon the mouse finds himself wandering the Land of Wishes. He is often accompanied by a cantankerous sometimes unicorn and occasionally by other adventurers as well. He wanders in and out of kingdoms, attempts to be helpful, and gnaws on sticks. Will he discover why he is where he is, what will he wish for, and what is the problem with wishes?
