Author: Raeleigh Wilkinson
Publisher: Cedar Fort Publishing & Media
ISBN: 1462141838
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
You already know the incredible stories of Emma Smith and Eliza R. Snow and their instrumental contributions to the foundation of the Church, but the strength of Latter-day Saint women didn't end there. This compilation of forty-five brief biographies of remarkable women from thirty nations throughout Church history is accompanied by beautiful portraits illustrated by Latter-day Saint women. Some of these women you know, and all of them you'll want to know, including - Lidia Zakrewski, a teenager who delivered messages for the Polish Resistance in WWII and who paused a battle with the power of music - Priscilla Sampson-Davis, a schoolteacher who translated the Book of Mormon into the Fante language of Ghana - Noelle Pikus-Pace, an Olympic skeleton athlete whose faith overcame an injury that doctors expected might end her career - Sahar Qumsiyeh, a Palestinian statistics professor who spent over a decade risking her life to attend church in Jerusalem From athletes to artists, teachers to translators, missionaries to mothers, and scientists to spies, the stories of these extraordinary Saints are sure to inspire any woman to follow her passion and embrace her destiny as a daughter of God.
Bedtime Stories for Girls of Destiny
Author: Raeleigh Wilkinson
Publisher: Cedar Fort Publishing & Media
ISBN: 1462141838
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
You already know the incredible stories of Emma Smith and Eliza R. Snow and their instrumental contributions to the foundation of the Church, but the strength of Latter-day Saint women didn't end there. This compilation of forty-five brief biographies of remarkable women from thirty nations throughout Church history is accompanied by beautiful portraits illustrated by Latter-day Saint women. Some of these women you know, and all of them you'll want to know, including - Lidia Zakrewski, a teenager who delivered messages for the Polish Resistance in WWII and who paused a battle with the power of music - Priscilla Sampson-Davis, a schoolteacher who translated the Book of Mormon into the Fante language of Ghana - Noelle Pikus-Pace, an Olympic skeleton athlete whose faith overcame an injury that doctors expected might end her career - Sahar Qumsiyeh, a Palestinian statistics professor who spent over a decade risking her life to attend church in Jerusalem From athletes to artists, teachers to translators, missionaries to mothers, and scientists to spies, the stories of these extraordinary Saints are sure to inspire any woman to follow her passion and embrace her destiny as a daughter of God.
Publisher: Cedar Fort Publishing & Media
ISBN: 1462141838
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
You already know the incredible stories of Emma Smith and Eliza R. Snow and their instrumental contributions to the foundation of the Church, but the strength of Latter-day Saint women didn't end there. This compilation of forty-five brief biographies of remarkable women from thirty nations throughout Church history is accompanied by beautiful portraits illustrated by Latter-day Saint women. Some of these women you know, and all of them you'll want to know, including - Lidia Zakrewski, a teenager who delivered messages for the Polish Resistance in WWII and who paused a battle with the power of music - Priscilla Sampson-Davis, a schoolteacher who translated the Book of Mormon into the Fante language of Ghana - Noelle Pikus-Pace, an Olympic skeleton athlete whose faith overcame an injury that doctors expected might end her career - Sahar Qumsiyeh, a Palestinian statistics professor who spent over a decade risking her life to attend church in Jerusalem From athletes to artists, teachers to translators, missionaries to mothers, and scientists to spies, the stories of these extraordinary Saints are sure to inspire any woman to follow her passion and embrace her destiny as a daughter of God.
Women of Courage, Women of Destiny
Author: Dr. Anita Michelle Jackson
Publisher: Gatekeeper Press
ISBN: 1619846691
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Imagine living your life without feelings of anxiety, worry, or crippling fear. Imagine feeling confident in who you are so much so that you allow yourself to fully be seen, heard, and experienced in every area of your life as well as in your business. Imagine feeling and being so confident that you have no fears about of being rejected, judged, or abandoned. Instead, you are free to be fully expressed in your gifts, talents, abilities, dreams, and desires. What an amazing life we would all live if we were courageous enough to move through our fears, develop unshakeable faith that leads us to continually experience our divine birthright…freedom. Whether is speaking on a stage, or moving beyond your comfort zone, or climbing a mountain, or letting go of old beliefs, this book will empower you to make a new decision in becoming a woman of courage, a woman of destiny. Each chapter will move you through experiences of fear, the journey of finding faith in God and one’s self, and the prize that comes from enduring to the end and finally feeling and being free enough to change the course of destiny. Grab your favorite tea, relax, and be inspired!
Publisher: Gatekeeper Press
ISBN: 1619846691
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Imagine living your life without feelings of anxiety, worry, or crippling fear. Imagine feeling confident in who you are so much so that you allow yourself to fully be seen, heard, and experienced in every area of your life as well as in your business. Imagine feeling and being so confident that you have no fears about of being rejected, judged, or abandoned. Instead, you are free to be fully expressed in your gifts, talents, abilities, dreams, and desires. What an amazing life we would all live if we were courageous enough to move through our fears, develop unshakeable faith that leads us to continually experience our divine birthright…freedom. Whether is speaking on a stage, or moving beyond your comfort zone, or climbing a mountain, or letting go of old beliefs, this book will empower you to make a new decision in becoming a woman of courage, a woman of destiny. Each chapter will move you through experiences of fear, the journey of finding faith in God and one’s self, and the prize that comes from enduring to the end and finally feeling and being free enough to change the course of destiny. Grab your favorite tea, relax, and be inspired!
Bedtime Inspirational Stories
Author: L.A. Amber
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781976018466
Category : African Americans
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Bedtime Inspirational Stories: 50 Amazing Black People Who Changed the World highlights the achievements and stories of fifty notable women and men from the 18th century to today. Some were born slaves, some grew up in poverty, and some had physical or emotional challenges. Some were born many years ago, and some are still with us. The stories in the book include those of political activists, scientists, artists, musicians, inventors, businesspeople, Nobel prize winners, and more. Every single one of these individuals overcame adversities and changed the world, building a way for others to live better lives. Each one worked hard and maintained self-confidence, even when others expressed doubt or said their dreams couldn't be achieved.
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781976018466
Category : African Americans
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Bedtime Inspirational Stories: 50 Amazing Black People Who Changed the World highlights the achievements and stories of fifty notable women and men from the 18th century to today. Some were born slaves, some grew up in poverty, and some had physical or emotional challenges. Some were born many years ago, and some are still with us. The stories in the book include those of political activists, scientists, artists, musicians, inventors, businesspeople, Nobel prize winners, and more. Every single one of these individuals overcame adversities and changed the world, building a way for others to live better lives. Each one worked hard and maintained self-confidence, even when others expressed doubt or said their dreams couldn't be achieved.
Blood Water Paint
Author: Joy McCullough
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0735232121
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
"Haunting ... teems with raw emotion, and McCullough deftly captures the experience of learning to behave in a male-driven society and then breaking outside of it."—The New Yorker "I will be haunted and empowered by Artemisia Gentileschi's story for the rest of my life."—Amanda Lovelace, bestselling author of the princess saves herself in this one A William C. Morris Debut Award Finalist 2018 National Book Award Longlist Her mother died when she was twelve, and suddenly Artemisia Gentileschi had a stark choice: a life as a nun in a convent or a life grinding pigment for her father's paint. She chose paint. By the time she was seventeen, Artemisia did more than grind pigment. She was one of Rome's most talented painters, even if no one knew her name. But Rome in 1610 was a city where men took what they wanted from women, and in the aftermath of rape Artemisia faced another terrible choice: a life of silence or a life of truth, no matter the cost. He will not consume my every thought. I am a painter. I will paint. Joy McCullough's bold novel in verse is a portrait of an artist as a young woman, filled with the soaring highs of creative inspiration and the devastating setbacks of a system built to break her. McCullough weaves Artemisia's heartbreaking story with the stories of the ancient heroines, Susanna and Judith, who become not only the subjects of two of Artemisia's most famous paintings but sources of strength as she battles to paint a woman's timeless truth in the face of unspeakable and all-too-familiar violence. I will show you what a woman can do. ★"A captivating and impressive."—Booklist, starred review ★"Belongs on every YA shelf."—SLJ, starred review ★"Haunting."—Publishers Weekly, starred review ★"Luminous."—Shelf Awareness, starred review
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0735232121
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
"Haunting ... teems with raw emotion, and McCullough deftly captures the experience of learning to behave in a male-driven society and then breaking outside of it."—The New Yorker "I will be haunted and empowered by Artemisia Gentileschi's story for the rest of my life."—Amanda Lovelace, bestselling author of the princess saves herself in this one A William C. Morris Debut Award Finalist 2018 National Book Award Longlist Her mother died when she was twelve, and suddenly Artemisia Gentileschi had a stark choice: a life as a nun in a convent or a life grinding pigment for her father's paint. She chose paint. By the time she was seventeen, Artemisia did more than grind pigment. She was one of Rome's most talented painters, even if no one knew her name. But Rome in 1610 was a city where men took what they wanted from women, and in the aftermath of rape Artemisia faced another terrible choice: a life of silence or a life of truth, no matter the cost. He will not consume my every thought. I am a painter. I will paint. Joy McCullough's bold novel in verse is a portrait of an artist as a young woman, filled with the soaring highs of creative inspiration and the devastating setbacks of a system built to break her. McCullough weaves Artemisia's heartbreaking story with the stories of the ancient heroines, Susanna and Judith, who become not only the subjects of two of Artemisia's most famous paintings but sources of strength as she battles to paint a woman's timeless truth in the face of unspeakable and all-too-familiar violence. I will show you what a woman can do. ★"A captivating and impressive."—Booklist, starred review ★"Belongs on every YA shelf."—SLJ, starred review ★"Haunting."—Publishers Weekly, starred review ★"Luminous."—Shelf Awareness, starred review
Black Girls Make Magic
Author: Shaneice White
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780578805078
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
Destiny is a young girl filled with vigor and love for herself! But just because she is vibrant and full of life does not mean that she's never faced adversities in life. However, Destiny always manages to persevere and remain positive because of the wisdom that her mother sheds. And most importantly, she knows how to use the affirmations to get her through life's obstacles. Witness how Destiny uses affirmations in this endearing story of self-love!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780578805078
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
Destiny is a young girl filled with vigor and love for herself! But just because she is vibrant and full of life does not mean that she's never faced adversities in life. However, Destiny always manages to persevere and remain positive because of the wisdom that her mother sheds. And most importantly, she knows how to use the affirmations to get her through life's obstacles. Witness how Destiny uses affirmations in this endearing story of self-love!
Retreiving The Original Destiny
Author: K Scotty Stimage
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595445888
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 151
Book Description
Ever wonder how most black really look at women in dating? This story is how one young black man's conflict while in the military in the early 80's. Scott Stimms never really had girlfriends growing up on the west side of Chicago, not until he joined the army. But the differences was that Caucasian women was paying attention and not "sistas". That made him even more-so ignore black women, until one sista recited a black poem and changed his enthusiasm. After he got out the army and formed his own black magazine, his energy to express his new-foundation for black love came more when joining a poetry group at a local jazz spot. But he still had problems connecting. He still wondered if it's more important to love your "own" or do it matter what race and complexion she is?
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595445888
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 151
Book Description
Ever wonder how most black really look at women in dating? This story is how one young black man's conflict while in the military in the early 80's. Scott Stimms never really had girlfriends growing up on the west side of Chicago, not until he joined the army. But the differences was that Caucasian women was paying attention and not "sistas". That made him even more-so ignore black women, until one sista recited a black poem and changed his enthusiasm. After he got out the army and formed his own black magazine, his energy to express his new-foundation for black love came more when joining a poetry group at a local jazz spot. But he still had problems connecting. He still wondered if it's more important to love your "own" or do it matter what race and complexion she is?
Spirit's Destiny
Author: Dorphise Jean
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781626769182
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Spirit's Destiny is a coming of age story about Destiny, a young Haitian woman who is coming to terms with her newfound abilities and the pressure of deciding how to use them.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781626769182
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Spirit's Destiny is a coming of age story about Destiny, a young Haitian woman who is coming to terms with her newfound abilities and the pressure of deciding how to use them.
Alfie's Search for Destiny
Author: David Hardy
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781922142115
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
Alfie searched high and low for his destiny, he even asked koala, lizard and roo...Cover.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781922142115
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 33
Book Description
Alfie searched high and low for his destiny, he even asked koala, lizard and roo...Cover.
Give Me Destiny!
Author: James A. Jimason
Publisher: Xulon Press
ISBN: 1594673616
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 126
Book Description
In writing this life-changing book, Jimason attempts to help readers realize that God can answer the age-old question: RWhat is the meaning of life?S (Christian Religion)
Publisher: Xulon Press
ISBN: 1594673616
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 126
Book Description
In writing this life-changing book, Jimason attempts to help readers realize that God can answer the age-old question: RWhat is the meaning of life?S (Christian Religion)
Bedtime Stories
Author: Jean Johnson
Publisher: Berkley Trade
ISBN: 9780425232576
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
Presents erotic adaptations of well-known fairy tales for adults, including "The Frog Prince," " Snow White and the Seven Dwarves," and "Beauty and the Beast."
Publisher: Berkley Trade
ISBN: 9780425232576
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
Presents erotic adaptations of well-known fairy tales for adults, including "The Frog Prince," " Snow White and the Seven Dwarves," and "Beauty and the Beast."