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Black women living in the French empire played a key role in the decolonial movements of the mid-twentieth century. Thinkers and activists, these women lived lives of commitment and risk that landed them in war zones and concentration camps and saw them declared enemies of the state. Annette K. Joseph-Gabriel mines published writings and untapped archives to reveal the anticolonialist endeavors of seven women. Though often overlooked today, Suzanne Césaire, Paulette Nardal, Eugénie Éboué-Tell, Jane Vialle, Andrée Blouin, Aoua Kéita, and Eslanda Robeson took part in a forceful transnational movement. Their activism and thought challenged France's imperial system by shaping forms of citizenship that encouraged multiple cultural and racial identities. Expanding the possibilities of belonging beyond national and even Francophone borders, these women imagined new pan-African and pan-Caribbean identities informed by black feminist intellectual frameworks and practices. The visions they articulated also shifted the idea of citizenship itself, replacing a single form of collective identity and political participation with an expansive plurality of forms of belonging.
Black women living in the French empire played a key role in the decolonial movements of the mid-twentieth century. Thinkers and activists, these women lived lives of commitment and risk that landed them in war zones and concentration camps and saw them declared enemies of the state. Annette K. Joseph-Gabriel mines published writings and untapped archives to reveal the anticolonialist endeavors of seven women. Though often overlooked today, Suzanne Césaire, Paulette Nardal, Eugénie Éboué-Tell, Jane Vialle, Andrée Blouin, Aoua Kéita, and Eslanda Robeson took part in a forceful transnational movement. Their activism and thought challenged France's imperial system by shaping forms of citizenship that encouraged multiple cultural and racial identities. Expanding the possibilities of belonging beyond national and even Francophone borders, these women imagined new pan-African and pan-Caribbean identities informed by black feminist intellectual frameworks and practices. The visions they articulated also shifted the idea of citizenship itself, replacing a single form of collective identity and political participation with an expansive plurality of forms of belonging.
The Twentieth Century should have taught humanity how it is the world could spin out of control and be led into two World Wars, when a tyrannical ruler seizes power. But sorry to say the worst is yet to come, and here in the first decades of the Twenty-First Century. The current woes of society will lead to an antichrist. The "Global Leader" the Bible speaks of as "that Man of Sin," as it is written in 2nd Thessalonians 2:3, "Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition"The consequences thereof is what happens when the Bible-believing Christian becomes enemy number one in this "New Oppressive World Order." Here is the story of one such young woman in her midtwenties, whose horrific crimes against humankind is her love for the Lord and her belief in the Bible as it is written. She is but one of many and through the tremendous loss of family and love. With the long arm of the law ramping up a complete surveillance society, she manages to keep the faith and, along the way, finds the faith of others are everywhere, and as it is written in Genesis 50:20, "But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive."
I watched in helpless horror as two guards hauled Gavin to his feet and dragged him from the room. My voice was frozen, unable to protest as another guard took hold of my arm, leading me upstairs. From the confines of my room, I stared into the darkness beyond my window, hoping to catch one more glimpse of Gavin. He was gone, and I wondered if he would have been better off if he had never met me. Ariella is royalty, a princess of Dalthia, but palace rules and the strictures of society leave her restless and longing for more. When she meets Gavin, a palace gardener who both catches her eye and challenges her authority, she feels drawn to him, but how can she befriend a commoner under the watchful eye of her royal family? When her budding relationship with Gavin is discovered, her idyllic days spent in the gardens come to an end-and Gavin suffers the consequences. But being separated from Gavin isn't just the loss of a friend, it's the loss of her soulmate, the boy who knows her and understands her better than anyone. Even if their relationship wasn't forbidden, finding her way back to his arms is more than unlikely; it seems impossible, especially when Gavin returns-betrothed to someone else. Having him so close and yet entirely out of reach is an agony Ella has never known, but one she must learn to endure. Torn between duty and her heart, Ella can only hope she can find a way to break free of social constraints and earn a second chance with Gavin. Then maybe she'll find the happiness that's been so elusive. Maybe she'll find a way to be just Ella. Just Ella is the first book in the Dalthia series. Each book can be read as a stand alone since each has a different main character. Just Ella is a clean and wholesome story of growing up and finding love even when it flies in the face of family expectation and duty to country. Filled with sweet, toe-curling romance and unexpected action and adventure, you'll be rooting for the princess and the commoner to find their way to each other. Not quite historical, but not quite fantasy, this inspirational fairy-tale-without-the-fairies gives a nod to the medieval, a wink to the renaissance and blows a kiss to teens, tweens, young adults and women who love stories set in kingdoms and castles. Annette K. Larsen is one of the most popular sweet romance authors of recent years. Writing for teen and tween girls, young adults, and women alike, her books can be shared from mother to daughter to grandmother. Any book of hers would be a great gift idea for the book-loving women in your life. Whether she's writing a historical fantasy series about princesses, or a romantic suspense thriller full of action and adventure, all of her novels have a guaranteed happy ending and plenty of swoon-worthy kisses.
He knows her as Lily, but when Rhys meets Princess Lylin again at the palace, she's not the one he came to see. Drenched and injured, having lost her escort and her horse, Princess Lylin takes shelter in the stables of Lord Rhys Fallon. Terrified of putting herself in more danger, she lies about her name, calling herself Lily as she reluctantly accepts his help and hospitality. When they fall into an easy friendship, she wonders if her secrecy was too hasty. However, their peaceful days of getting to know one another are shattered when Rhys's hostile brother appears and Lylin discovers she's not the only one who's been keeping secrets. Leaving only a vague note behind, Lylin leaves, resigned never to see Lord Fallon again. So when Rhys shows up at the palace at the king's invitation, she's shocked to see him-and even more surprised that he's not there for her. They've both been less than honest and must navigate their new circumstances, try to forgive each other, and accept that the bond they shared can never become anything more. But ignoring their feelings proves futile, and if they are ever to have a chance at a future they both want, Lylin will need to be brave enough to take her own future in her hands and hope that Rhys is willing to make the same sacrifices. "You don't know who I am," I whispered. He didn't move-either away from me, or closer-and after an interminable moment, I stepped back and hurried out of the house. He didn't follow me as I fled into the night. Missing Lily is part of the Dalthia series but can be read as a stand alone. Filled with sweet, swoon-worthy romance and a brooding hero any woman could fall for, this story of a princess hiding her identity and trying to keep her wits about her as her world collides with the unknown will keep you turning pages. This is a novel about choosing between family loyalty and the desires of the heart. With unexpected action and adventure, this book with tug at your heart strings and make you fall in love with this sweet, clean romance. Annette K. Larsen's books have characters that feel real, romance that doesn't rush, witty dialogue the feels natural, and a guaranteed happily ever after. Whether she's writing a romantic suspense thriller, a new adult college drama, or a historical fantasy series, she aims to leave her readers with a sigh of contentment and a renewed hope in love. Teens, tweens, young adults and women alike will love this historical fantasy series about a royal family and their adventures in finding love.
A sweet, clean romance. For all those who have suffered in silence, no matter the hardship. Everyone deserves a voice. Marriage wasn't bliss-not for Marilee. Instead of finding contentment with the handsome son of a sovereign duke, she found betrayal, manipulation, and neglect. And fear. A fear that finally lifts when her husband dies, freeing her from his domineering hand. But freedom alone can't give her peace, and she must battle to regain her love for life, rebuild her happiness, and reclaim the ability to trust. When her charming neighbor intrudes on her quiet life, she must determine whether his interest is genuine, and whether he deserves the fragile bit of trust she has managed to scrape together. However, trusting is a risk, and she has vowed never to put herself at the mercy of someone else's whims. Can Marilee take that chance, knowing how terribly she's chosen before? She doesn't know if she can survive being wrong again. Her recovery is messy, but it's real. It's raw but full of hope. While this story might be a little much for a tween audience, teens, young adults, and new adults can all find a lot of value in it. It's a story about a woman who tells the truth about her situation and refuses to keep quiet about it. A woman who takes back her power and then somehow learns to trust again. It's about women banding together, believing one another, and becoming stronger. And of course it's a love story. It's a sweet, clean romance that takes an honest look at emotional trauma and treats it with the care it deserves. Saving Marilee is part of the Dalthia series, but each book has a different main character and can be read as a stand alone. Not quite historical, but not quite fantasy, this inspirational fairy-tale-without-the-fairies series gives a nod to the medieval, a wink to the renaissance and blows a kiss to teens, tweens, young adults and women who love stories set in kingdoms and castles. Annette K. Larsen is one of the top sweet romance authors of recent years. Writing for teen and tween girls, young adults, and women alike, her books can be shared from mother to daughter to grandmother. Any book of hers would be a great gift idea for the book-loving women in your life. Whether she's writing a historical fantasy series about princesses, or a romantic suspense thriller full of action and adventure, all of her novels have a guaranteed happy ending and plenty of swoon-worthy kisses.
A sweet, clean romance. A year ago, Princess Lorraina watched Tobias die, and she still doesn't know how she's supposed to heal-or forgive. How can she when she's still running away? She decides to do the only thing that brings her joy-paint. In an attempt to reinvent herself, she steps outside her comfortable life as princess and seeks the tutelage of a master painter-a man who is not at all impressed by her pedigree, and demands not just talent, but emotional honesty. Struggling to learn what's being taught, she finds herself drawn to someone who not only knows her secrets, but who she once considered far below her notice. He makes her feel not only wanted, but safe, which is something Tobias never gave her. Now she is compelled to seek him out despite knowing their relationship would be forbidden if discovered. He tugs at her heart, reeling her in with his smile and compassion. Staying away from him doesn't seem possible when discovering him may be the key to healing her heart and rediscovering herself. Painting Rain is part of the Dalthia series. This historical fantasy romance series is meant to give you all the feels and leave you with a sigh of contentment. This fourth book is the story of a perfectionist painter who felt the trauma of falling for the bad boy before discovering the good guy. This sweet romance will be a favorite for those who enjoy stories of redemption, healing, discovering our true selves, and getting a happy ending. Not quite historical, but not quite fantasy, this inspirational, clean and wholesome romance gives a nod to the medieval, a wink to the renaissance and blows a kiss to teens, tweens, young adults and women who love stories set in kingdoms and castles. Annette K. Larsen is one of the most popular sweet romance authors of recent years. Writing for teen and tween girls, young adults, and women alike, her books can be shared from mother to daughter to grandmother. Any book of hers would be a great gift idea for the book-loving women in your life. Whether she's writing a historical fantasy series about princesses, a romantic comedy, or a romantic suspense thriller full of action and adventure, all of her novels have a guaranteed happy ending and plenty of swoon-worthy kisses.
Closing the Communication Skills Gap: Experiencing Improvement from Eight Students' Perspectives
Annette K. Thornton
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
2016
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How can middle and high school students be challenged to ratchet up their communication skills by dashing strides-and have fun doing it? A few people find public speaking exhilarating; a considerable number find it petrifying In fact, public speaking is often listed as one of the top fears of individuals-among other qualms, such as snakes, grave illness, and . . . death. Many circumstances of life and living require the ability to speak up, contribute meaningfully, offer a solution, report progress, influence decisions, facilitate dialogue, or even join in celebration. For the business world, oral communication skills of employees have recently become a leading concern, especially with respect to younger generations and those just entering the workforce. The present communication skills trajectory does not look promising. Recent business studies demonstrate a critical need to improving communication skills, especially in younger generations. Must this path continue? Could it be altered-at least in part-toward a more favorable outcome? Finding ways to decrease fear and increase confidence and competency is now critical to individual and professional success. Are there effective ways to help young people reduce their fear of public speaking and become confident communicators-whether they're delivering a formal speech, collaborating on a presentation, or contending for a job interview? This research study of real teenagers would suggest a resounding "yes." This qualitative multiple-case study research project draws from the real life experiences of eight young people (ages 14 to 18) who have been in the trenches learning communication skills-intensely. Through personal interviews (among other sources of data), see, hear, feel, and learn what students actually experience along the way. Students give voice to what it's like to ratchet up their skills in astounding strides. Listen to what they experience, what really helps them improve, and what they "definitely" recommend to other students. This study could prove invaluable to: students, parents, educators, community leaders, business sponsors, coaches/mentors, speech club leaders, tournament directors, contest organizers, and anyone interested in helping young people to develop real communication skills. This qualitative, multiple-case study includes: an introduction and background of the topic; a review of other pertinent research literature-including recent business studies; methods used for this particular study; and full research results, which include anxiety scores, student interview reporting, and useful feedback from judges. In addition, the study also includes students' opinions of whether they actually improved their communication skills (and verified by speech league rankings), students' perceptions of the value and confidence factor in learning these skills, as well as students' recommendations for other students. The final Summary and Discussion chapter covers insights and implications for practice, followed by an annotated bibliography of over 30 references. Learn what pre-collegiate students can accomplish-and what other "average" students could too.
"Rylan made me feel like things were possible. Like I was possible, and he was possible, and we could be possible together." Kinley is content tending her apple orchard, until a chance meeting with a childhood friend changes her priorities. Spending time with nobility is not socially acceptable, but Rylan rejects the norm. He pursues her with an easygoing charm, though she doesn't dare hope that their relationship will be a reality.When Kinley's livelihood is threatened, any thoughts of a relationship are set aside as she's thrust into Rylan's world, where commoners and nobility don't mix. The Rylan she encounters there is not the quirky and carefree friend she thought she knew. Can she trust what her heart has told her and believe in him, or will she be forced to accept that her dreams are only that-dreams?This sweet, clean romance is the 5th in the Dalthia series, but can be read as a stand alone. Fans of historical fantasy will enjoy this wholesome story of growing up, growing wiser and learning to trust your heart instead of trusting the rumors around you--even if your man has a secret of two.Not quite historical, but not quite fantasy, this inspirational fairy-tale-without-the-fairies gives a nod to the medieval, a wink to the renaissance and blows a kiss to teens, tweens, young adults and women who love stories set in kingdoms and castles.Annette K. Larsen is one of the popular sweet romance authors of recent years. Writing for teen and tween girls, young adults, and women alike, her books can be shared from mother to daughter to grandmother. Any book of hers would be a great gift idea for the book-loving women in your life. Whether she's writing a historical fantasy series about princesses, or a romantic suspense thriller full of action and adventure, all of her novels have a guaranteed happy ending and plenty of swoon-worthy kisses.
The Twentieth Century should have taught humanity how it is the world could spin out of control and be led into two World Wars, when a tyrannical ruler seizes power. But sorry to say the worst is yet to come, and here in the first decades of the Twenty-First Century. The current woes of society will lead to an antichrist. The "Global Leader" the Bible speaks of as "that Man of Sin," as it is written in 2nd Thessalonians 2:3, "Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition"The consequences thereof is what happens when the Bible-believing Christian becomes enemy number one in this "New Oppressive World Order." Here is the story of one such young woman in her midtwenties, whose horrific crimes against humankind is her love for the Lord and her belief in the Bible as it is written. She is but one of many and through the tremendous loss of family and love. With the long arm of the law ramping up a complete surveillance society, she manages to keep the faith and, along the way, finds the faith of others are everywhere, and as it is written in Genesis 50:20, "But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive."
Millions of men in the world, and she had to fall for the one who's off limits. Julie has lived next door to the Martins her entire life, but the days of backyard barbecues and lake vacations ended six years ago. That's when the feud began. Now, returning to her hometown for the holidays, she has to face not only her parents' exhausting bitterness, but the agonizing realization that the irresistible guy who just asked her out is in fact a Martin, and therefore off limits. Left to choose between family loyalty and a man who just might be perfect for her, Julie decides she can date Drew as long as they keep things under wraps. But secrets have a way of coming out and love for her family may require the sacrifice of what her heart wants most. Inspired by Romeo and Juliet (but without all the death), the sweet, romantic story of Julie and Drew's relationship will make you laugh out loud on one page and make your heart ache on the next. It's a story about loving family, loving yourself, and loving your soulmate-and choosing which one to put first. All That Stands Between Us is a clean and wholesome contemporary romance novel for both teenagers and adults. If you're looking for an inspirational read about a new adult returning from college for the holidays, this romantic comedy is a great read and promises to be a favorite best seller. Annette K. Larsen is one of the most popular sweet romance authors of recent years. Writing for teen and tween girls, young adults, and women alike, her books can be shared from mother to daughter to grandmother. Any book of hers would be a great gift idea for the book-loving women in your life. Whether she's writing a historical fantasy series about princesses, or a romantic suspense thriller full of action and adventure, all of her novels have a guaranteed happy ending and plenty of swoon-worthy kisses.
Ginny and Devin have been best friends for most of their lives. They've relied on each other, laughed with each other, kept each other sane. But now Devin is dead, and Ginny is floundering to find a way to cope with the loss and continue living when the one person she's always relied on is gone. So she does what she's always done. She pours her frustrations into texts to Devin, or at least to Devin's useless phone number. She sends her pain and anger out into the void of cellular data with no hope of response. Until the day when someone does respond. Ginny knows that this person-this Not-Devin-won't ever replace her best friend, but maybe he can help her heal, or at least give her a reason to smile again. This is a story about love and grief, about finding happiness even in the darkest spaces, and reaching out for help when we need it. Ginny and Alex's sweet romance is one of empathy and understanding, and will leave you with a sigh of contentment and hope. Teens, tweens and young adults will all enjoy this look into the deep pain of loss and the light that can be found in understanding. A great, inspirational read for anyone who may feel alone in their pain or who needs a sweet, wholesome, romantic adventure to brighten their day.
With beds on the ceilings, wild weeds in the garden and feeding the chickens our breakfast, come and see what life is like inside My Upside Down House.Created by Australian Child and Family Therapist Annette Katherine Flanagan, this book celebrates the joys of childhood with a wonderful journey into just a little bit of mischief.
They killed her mother, and if they find her, Leila could be next. Being pursued from one state to another, she has learned to constantly look over her shoulder, and when necessary, to become someone new. She's burned through four cities and four identities, always managing to stay one step ahead. If I Could Stay is a stand-alone clean contemporary romantic suspense. Teens, young adults and adults alike will enjoy this thrilling novel set with a background of crime and mob bosses. This sweet romance has a strong heroine, a hero who can keep up with her, and chemistry as intense as the action and adventure.Now Leila is left with nothing. No car, no money, and no choice but to trust the man who finds her, half frozen, wandering the back roads of Missouri. Despite the fact that Jack seems to genuinely care about her, Leila knows all too well the danger she poses to anyone brave enough to get close to her. Her growing feelings for Jack force her to make a choice. She could risk staying and hope she's not found, or she could do what she's always done, and disappear.