Author: Nicole Lynn Lewis
Publisher: Beacon Press
ISBN: 0807056030
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
A NPR BOOKS WE LOVE 2021 Selection “[T]his book is so much more than a memoir . . . . Her prose has the power to undo deep-set cultural biases about poverty and parenthood.”—New York Times Book Review An activist calls for better support of young families so they can thrive and reflects on her experiences as a Black mother and college student fighting for opportunities for herself and her child. Pregnant Girl presents the possibility of a different future for young mothers—one of success and stability—in the midst of the dismal statistics that dominate the national conversation. Along with her own story as a young Black mother, Nicole Lynn Lewis weaves in those of the men and women she’s worked with to share a new perspective on how poverty, classism, and systemic racism impact teen pregnancy and on how effective programs and equitable policies can help teen parents earn college degrees, have increased opportunity, and create a legacy of educational and career achievements in their families. After Nicole became pregnant during her senior year in high school, she was told that college was no longer a reality—a negative outlook often unfairly presented to teen mothers. Nicole left home and experienced periods of homelessness, hunger, and poverty. Despite these obstacles, she enrolled at the College of William & Mary and brought her 3-month-old daughter along. Through her experiences fighting for resources to put herself through college, she discovered her true calling and founded her organization, Generation Hope, to provide support for teen parents and their children so they can thrive in college and kindergarten—driving a 2-generation solution to poverty. Pregnant Girl will inspire young parents faced with similar choices and obstacles that they too can pursue their goals with the right support.
Pregnant Girl
Author: Nicole Lynn Lewis
Publisher: Beacon Press
ISBN: 0807056030
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
A NPR BOOKS WE LOVE 2021 Selection “[T]his book is so much more than a memoir . . . . Her prose has the power to undo deep-set cultural biases about poverty and parenthood.”—New York Times Book Review An activist calls for better support of young families so they can thrive and reflects on her experiences as a Black mother and college student fighting for opportunities for herself and her child. Pregnant Girl presents the possibility of a different future for young mothers—one of success and stability—in the midst of the dismal statistics that dominate the national conversation. Along with her own story as a young Black mother, Nicole Lynn Lewis weaves in those of the men and women she’s worked with to share a new perspective on how poverty, classism, and systemic racism impact teen pregnancy and on how effective programs and equitable policies can help teen parents earn college degrees, have increased opportunity, and create a legacy of educational and career achievements in their families. After Nicole became pregnant during her senior year in high school, she was told that college was no longer a reality—a negative outlook often unfairly presented to teen mothers. Nicole left home and experienced periods of homelessness, hunger, and poverty. Despite these obstacles, she enrolled at the College of William & Mary and brought her 3-month-old daughter along. Through her experiences fighting for resources to put herself through college, she discovered her true calling and founded her organization, Generation Hope, to provide support for teen parents and their children so they can thrive in college and kindergarten—driving a 2-generation solution to poverty. Pregnant Girl will inspire young parents faced with similar choices and obstacles that they too can pursue their goals with the right support.
Publisher: Beacon Press
ISBN: 0807056030
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
A NPR BOOKS WE LOVE 2021 Selection “[T]his book is so much more than a memoir . . . . Her prose has the power to undo deep-set cultural biases about poverty and parenthood.”—New York Times Book Review An activist calls for better support of young families so they can thrive and reflects on her experiences as a Black mother and college student fighting for opportunities for herself and her child. Pregnant Girl presents the possibility of a different future for young mothers—one of success and stability—in the midst of the dismal statistics that dominate the national conversation. Along with her own story as a young Black mother, Nicole Lynn Lewis weaves in those of the men and women she’s worked with to share a new perspective on how poverty, classism, and systemic racism impact teen pregnancy and on how effective programs and equitable policies can help teen parents earn college degrees, have increased opportunity, and create a legacy of educational and career achievements in their families. After Nicole became pregnant during her senior year in high school, she was told that college was no longer a reality—a negative outlook often unfairly presented to teen mothers. Nicole left home and experienced periods of homelessness, hunger, and poverty. Despite these obstacles, she enrolled at the College of William & Mary and brought her 3-month-old daughter along. Through her experiences fighting for resources to put herself through college, she discovered her true calling and founded her organization, Generation Hope, to provide support for teen parents and their children so they can thrive in college and kindergarten—driving a 2-generation solution to poverty. Pregnant Girl will inspire young parents faced with similar choices and obstacles that they too can pursue their goals with the right support.
Oops! How to Rock the Mother of All Surprises
Author: Tracy Moore
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1440562075
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
"Ready or not, here comes baby! Talk about a bump in the road. Whether you were waiting until "the right time" to have kids or hoped and pleaded the day wouldn't come, you'll breathe a sigh of relief when you flip through Oops! In this collection of humorous essays, Jezebel.com blogger Tracy Moore shares her personal experiences with jumping headfirst into motherhood--without a clue what she was doing. Unexpectedly pregnant at thirty-three, Moore's life completely changed when she had to give up her beloved cigarettes and cold deli meats and quickly learn how to care for the little bundle of (ahem) joy growing inside her. Her honest advice will help you cope with all the changes and feelings that will occur on your way to parenthood. From stockpiling baby supplies in just a few months to being the lone sober one at a party, this book answers all your questions and braces you for the unexpected.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1440562075
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
"Ready or not, here comes baby! Talk about a bump in the road. Whether you were waiting until "the right time" to have kids or hoped and pleaded the day wouldn't come, you'll breathe a sigh of relief when you flip through Oops! In this collection of humorous essays, Jezebel.com blogger Tracy Moore shares her personal experiences with jumping headfirst into motherhood--without a clue what she was doing. Unexpectedly pregnant at thirty-three, Moore's life completely changed when she had to give up her beloved cigarettes and cold deli meats and quickly learn how to care for the little bundle of (ahem) joy growing inside her. Her honest advice will help you cope with all the changes and feelings that will occur on your way to parenthood. From stockpiling baby supplies in just a few months to being the lone sober one at a party, this book answers all your questions and braces you for the unexpected.
Magic's Child
Author: Justine Larbalestier
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101217960
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
More information to be announced soon on this forthcoming title from Penguin USA
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101217960
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
More information to be announced soon on this forthcoming title from Penguin USA
Imaginary Friend
Author: Stephen Chbosky
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
ISBN: 1538731347
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 768
Book Description
From a New York Times bestselling author, a young boy is haunted by a voice in his head in this "epic horror" novel, perfect for fans of Stephen King (Dan Chaon, author of Ill Will). Single mother Kate Reese is on the run. Determined to improve life for her and her seven year-old son, Christopher, she flees an abusive relationship in the middle of the night. At first, the tight-knit community of Mill Grove, Pennsylvania seems like the perfect place to finally settle down. Then Christopher vanishes. Days later, he emerges from the woods at the edge of town, unharmed but not unchanged. He returns with a voice in his head only he can hear, with a mission only he can complete: Build a treehouse in the woods by Christmas, or his mother and everyone in the town will never be the same again. Twenty years ago, Stephen Chbosky's The Perks of Being a Wallflower made readers everywhere feel infinite. Now, Chbosky has returned with an epic work of literary horror, years in the making, whose grand scale and rich emotion redefine the genre. Read it with the lights on. One of The Year's Best Books (People, EW, Lithub, Vox, Washington Post, and more)
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
ISBN: 1538731347
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 768
Book Description
From a New York Times bestselling author, a young boy is haunted by a voice in his head in this "epic horror" novel, perfect for fans of Stephen King (Dan Chaon, author of Ill Will). Single mother Kate Reese is on the run. Determined to improve life for her and her seven year-old son, Christopher, she flees an abusive relationship in the middle of the night. At first, the tight-knit community of Mill Grove, Pennsylvania seems like the perfect place to finally settle down. Then Christopher vanishes. Days later, he emerges from the woods at the edge of town, unharmed but not unchanged. He returns with a voice in his head only he can hear, with a mission only he can complete: Build a treehouse in the woods by Christmas, or his mother and everyone in the town will never be the same again. Twenty years ago, Stephen Chbosky's The Perks of Being a Wallflower made readers everywhere feel infinite. Now, Chbosky has returned with an epic work of literary horror, years in the making, whose grand scale and rich emotion redefine the genre. Read it with the lights on. One of The Year's Best Books (People, EW, Lithub, Vox, Washington Post, and more)
My New Roots
Author: Sarah Britton
Publisher: Clarkson Potter
ISBN: 0804185395
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 585
Book Description
At long last, Sarah Britton, called the “queen bee of the health blogs” by Bon Appétit, reveals 100 gorgeous, all-new plant-based recipes in her debut cookbook, inspired by her wildly popular blog. Every month, half a million readers—vegetarians, vegans, paleo followers, and gluten-free gourmets alike—flock to Sarah’s adaptable and accessible recipes that make powerfully healthy ingredients simply irresistible. My New Roots is the ultimate guide to revitalizing one’s health and palate, one delicious recipe at a time: no fad diets or gimmicks here. Whether readers are newcomers to natural foods or are already devotees, they will discover how easy it is to eat healthfully and happily when whole foods and plants are at the center of every plate.
Publisher: Clarkson Potter
ISBN: 0804185395
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 585
Book Description
At long last, Sarah Britton, called the “queen bee of the health blogs” by Bon Appétit, reveals 100 gorgeous, all-new plant-based recipes in her debut cookbook, inspired by her wildly popular blog. Every month, half a million readers—vegetarians, vegans, paleo followers, and gluten-free gourmets alike—flock to Sarah’s adaptable and accessible recipes that make powerfully healthy ingredients simply irresistible. My New Roots is the ultimate guide to revitalizing one’s health and palate, one delicious recipe at a time: no fad diets or gimmicks here. Whether readers are newcomers to natural foods or are already devotees, they will discover how easy it is to eat healthfully and happily when whole foods and plants are at the center of every plate.
Passion’S Wicked Twists
Author: SB Lopez
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1462037097
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
Sage thought that she had found the perfect man to share her life with, but that all changed the day Reef walked out the door without a word. Devastated and confused, Sage pulls herself together, determined to start a new life on her own. She starts a new business, buys a small home, and believes that life is back on track again. Then she learns that she is pregnant with twins. Alone and scared, she knows that she is vulnerable to her own hormones and fears. Reef appears one day, saying that he wants to be a part of her life again, but Sage doesnt trust him. She hides her pregnancy from him, but not from his sister. Sage struggles to keep her life in order and disciplined when everything seems to be spinning out of control around her. And just when she thinks that it cant get any more stressful, an unknown person starts threatening her safety, her businessand her sanity. For Sage, her life is now a whirlwind of drama, madcap adventures, sexy interludes, and a quest to find herself. Can she find the calm within the storm?
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1462037097
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
Sage thought that she had found the perfect man to share her life with, but that all changed the day Reef walked out the door without a word. Devastated and confused, Sage pulls herself together, determined to start a new life on her own. She starts a new business, buys a small home, and believes that life is back on track again. Then she learns that she is pregnant with twins. Alone and scared, she knows that she is vulnerable to her own hormones and fears. Reef appears one day, saying that he wants to be a part of her life again, but Sage doesnt trust him. She hides her pregnancy from him, but not from his sister. Sage struggles to keep her life in order and disciplined when everything seems to be spinning out of control around her. And just when she thinks that it cant get any more stressful, an unknown person starts threatening her safety, her businessand her sanity. For Sage, her life is now a whirlwind of drama, madcap adventures, sexy interludes, and a quest to find herself. Can she find the calm within the storm?
Young House Love
Author: Sherry Petersik
Publisher: Artisan
ISBN: 1579656765
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 337
Book Description
This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.
Publisher: Artisan
ISBN: 1579656765
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 337
Book Description
This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.
The Touch of Magic Series: Complete Set: Steamy Paranormal Witchcraft Romance Books
Author: Savannah Kade
Publisher: Griffyn Ink
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2928
Book Description
Everyone knows you should never cast a love spell… Heartbroken and betrayed, Delilah is dealing with life the only way she knows how: magic. But what will Brandon do when he finds out she’s been casting spells on him? Yasmin has decided that she can get away with a love spell…just this once! But when it’s Luke and not Tristan walking her dreams at night, she’ll have to ask if she’s caught the wrong man. Or maybe the right one? Tristan knows Megan has a gift. But tearing everyone’s thoughts has only been a curse. When she asks Tristan to cast a spell on her to make it stop, he doesn’t want to. Will she forgive him or will he figure out that she was right? “I fell in love with the pair of unlikely lovers in this deeply emotional and SUPER SEXY read!”—author D.B. Sieders This five novel set is the complete Touch of Magic series from Maggie Award winning author Savannah Kade. A modern-day witch romance, it’s perfect for fans of A Discovery of Witches or Practical Magic. These stories will cast a spell on you, so curl up in your favorite comfy chair and start reading the Touch of Magic series now!
Publisher: Griffyn Ink
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 2928
Book Description
Everyone knows you should never cast a love spell… Heartbroken and betrayed, Delilah is dealing with life the only way she knows how: magic. But what will Brandon do when he finds out she’s been casting spells on him? Yasmin has decided that she can get away with a love spell…just this once! But when it’s Luke and not Tristan walking her dreams at night, she’ll have to ask if she’s caught the wrong man. Or maybe the right one? Tristan knows Megan has a gift. But tearing everyone’s thoughts has only been a curse. When she asks Tristan to cast a spell on her to make it stop, he doesn’t want to. Will she forgive him or will he figure out that she was right? “I fell in love with the pair of unlikely lovers in this deeply emotional and SUPER SEXY read!”—author D.B. Sieders This five novel set is the complete Touch of Magic series from Maggie Award winning author Savannah Kade. A modern-day witch romance, it’s perfect for fans of A Discovery of Witches or Practical Magic. These stories will cast a spell on you, so curl up in your favorite comfy chair and start reading the Touch of Magic series now!
Blood of Elves
Author: Andrzej Sapkowski
Publisher: Orbit
ISBN: 0316073717
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 333
Book Description
Andrzej Sapkowski’s New York Times bestselling Witcher series has inspired the hit Netflix show and multiple blockbuster video games, and has transported millions of fans around the globe to an epic, unforgettable world of magic and adventure. For over a century, humans, dwarves, gnomes, and elves have lived together in relative peace. But that peace has now come to an end. Geralt of Rivia, the hunter known as the Witcher, has been waiting for the birth of a prophesied child. The one who has the power to change the world for good—or for evil. As the threat of war hangs over the land and the child is pursued for her extraordinary powers, it will become Geralt’s responsibility to protect them all. And the Witcher never accepts defeat. Join Geralt of Rivia; his beloved ward and the child of prophecy, Ciri; and his ally and love, the powerful sorceress Yennefer as they battle monsters, demons, and prejudices alike in Blood of Elves, the first novel of The Witcher Saga. Witcher story collections The Last Wish Sword of Destiny Witcher novels Blood of Elves The Time of Contempt Baptism of Fire The Tower of Swallows Lady of the Lake Season of Storms (stand alone) Hussite Trilogy The Tower of Fools Warriors of God Light Perpetual Translated from original Polish by Danusia Stok
Publisher: Orbit
ISBN: 0316073717
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 333
Book Description
Andrzej Sapkowski’s New York Times bestselling Witcher series has inspired the hit Netflix show and multiple blockbuster video games, and has transported millions of fans around the globe to an epic, unforgettable world of magic and adventure. For over a century, humans, dwarves, gnomes, and elves have lived together in relative peace. But that peace has now come to an end. Geralt of Rivia, the hunter known as the Witcher, has been waiting for the birth of a prophesied child. The one who has the power to change the world for good—or for evil. As the threat of war hangs over the land and the child is pursued for her extraordinary powers, it will become Geralt’s responsibility to protect them all. And the Witcher never accepts defeat. Join Geralt of Rivia; his beloved ward and the child of prophecy, Ciri; and his ally and love, the powerful sorceress Yennefer as they battle monsters, demons, and prejudices alike in Blood of Elves, the first novel of The Witcher Saga. Witcher story collections The Last Wish Sword of Destiny Witcher novels Blood of Elves The Time of Contempt Baptism of Fire The Tower of Swallows Lady of the Lake Season of Storms (stand alone) Hussite Trilogy The Tower of Fools Warriors of God Light Perpetual Translated from original Polish by Danusia Stok
Showing Mercy
Author: Ciara Graves
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 245
Book Description
Mages. Sirens. Demons. Dragons. Gryphons. A Federal Paranormal Unit. Attackers of magic. The Mercy Temple Chronicles will hook you! Join Mercy, Rafael, and Bowen on another adventure as Rafael tries to keep Mercy in line and Bowen tries to keep his secrets hidden. Warning: Unputdownable action-packed fantasy, with mages, sirens, demons, dragons, gryphons and a Federal Paranormal Unit
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 245
Book Description
Mages. Sirens. Demons. Dragons. Gryphons. A Federal Paranormal Unit. Attackers of magic. The Mercy Temple Chronicles will hook you! Join Mercy, Rafael, and Bowen on another adventure as Rafael tries to keep Mercy in line and Bowen tries to keep his secrets hidden. Warning: Unputdownable action-packed fantasy, with mages, sirens, demons, dragons, gryphons and a Federal Paranormal Unit