Author: Rob Scheer
Publisher: Gallery/Jeter Publishing
ISBN: 1501196642
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 320
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In the tradition of The Promise of a Pencil and Kisses from Katie comes an inspirational memoir by the founder of Comfort Cases about his turbulent childhood in the foster care system and the countless obstacles and discrimination he endured in adopting his four children. Rob Scheer never thought that he would be living the life he is now. He’s happily married to his partner and love of his life, he’s the father of four beautiful children, and he’s the founder of an organization that makes life better for thousands of children in the foster care system. But life wasn’t always like this. Growing up in an abusive household before his placement in foster care, Rob had all the odds stacked against him. Kicked out of his foster family’s home within weeks after turning eighteen—with a year left of high school to go—he had to resort to sleeping in his car and in public bathrooms. He suffered from drug addiction and battled with depression, never knowing when his next meal would be or where he would sleep at night. But by true perseverance, he was able to find his own path and achieve his wildest dreams. “A heartwarming, hopeful memoir brimming with humanitarianism and compassion” (Kirkus Reviews), Rob’s story provides a glimpse into what it’s like to grow up in the foster care system, and sheds necessary light on the children who are often treated without dignity. Both a timely call to action and a courageous and candid account of life in the foster care system, A Forever Family ultimately leaves you with one message: one person can make a difference.
Author: Larry Eskridge
Publisher: OUP USA
ISBN: 0195326458
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 401
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The Jesus People were an unlikely combination of evangelical Christianity and the hippie counterculture. God's Forever Family is the first major examination of this phenomenon in over thirty years.
Author: Danielle Beaumont
Publisher: Bookbaby
ISBN: 9781098396183
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 28
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A butterfly is placed into the foster care system and is on her journey to find her forever home. This book focuses on the perspectives of two different characters and how they cope with their different family situations before finally finding each other.
Author: Nancy Carlson
Publisher: Turtleback Books
ISBN: 9781417729180
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Provides a touching story about an interracial adoption as a young girl tells of her journey aboard an airplane to meet her adoptive relatives where, despite their different appearances, she is embraced by her new surroundings and finds a perfect fit
Author: Christine Devine
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781935906421
Category : Adoption
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Author: Kiki Clark
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 136
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Never fall for straight guys--especially when they're friends with your brother. Jeremy knows that. Honest! All he wanted was a little work done on his house. That was it. Nothing too complicated. And if he can get it done cheap because some guy owes his brother a favor? Even better! The last thing he expected when Declan knocked on his door was to find the hottest man he'd ever seen. Or for that person to barely be able to speak to him or look him in the eye. Why would his brother even be friends with a 'phobic dudebro? By the time the renovations are finishing up, Jeremy's prepared to let Declan's favor to his brother be paid in full and forget about the guy's shy smile and ripped body. But his interfering brother has other plans. Favor is a 30k word novella featuring a busybody older brother, piercings in fun places, a very suggestive sculpture, spackle used as a flirting technique, a not-so-straight contractor, and an audiobook narrator who's had a bit of dry spell and is sure he's imagining the way the hot contractor is looking at him. Note: A version of this title was previously available for free to newsletter subscribers (Declan's Favor). Approximately 20k words have been added.
Author: Aren R Bass
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781088978092
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 30
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Little Anya: Occasionally shy, always sweet, loving & highly curious, she shows as long as you believe in yourself you can persevere & always succeed! Life is not always easy, but your attitude is what can make everything OK.
Author: Aviva Briefel
Publisher: University of Texas Press
ISBN: 0292742428
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 272
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Horror films have exploded in popularity since the tragic events of September 11, 2001, many of them breaking box-office records and generating broad public discourse. These films have attracted A-list talent and earned award nods, while at the same time becoming darker, more disturbing, and increasingly apocalyptic. Why has horror suddenly become more popular, and what does this say about us? What do specific horror films and trends convey about American society in the wake of events so horrific that many pundits initially predicted the death of the genre? How could American audiences, after tasting real horror, want to consume images of violence on screen? Horror after 9/11 represents the first major exploration of the horror genre through the lens of 9/11 and the subsequent transformation of American and global society. Films discussed include the Twilight saga; the Saw series; Hostel; Cloverfield; 28 Days Later; remakes of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Dawn of the Dead, and The Hills Have Eyes; and many more. The contributors analyze recent trends in the horror genre, including the rise of 'torture porn,' the big-budget remakes of classic horror films, the reinvention of traditional monsters such as vampires and zombies, and a new awareness of visual technologies as sites of horror in themselves. The essays examine the allegorical role that the horror film has held in the last ten years, and the ways that it has been translating and reinterpreting the discourses and images of terror into its own cinematic language.
Author: Cee Bowerman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781737188308
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
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After living half of her life on the run from a monster, Carlie Jenkins makes her way back to find peace in the Texas town where she spent the happiest years of her life. With the help of her best friend, Carlie settles in and begins working to rebuild the relationships that she had in Rojo before the night she had to leave it all behind. Sam Duke learned to live without Carlie, and now that she's back he will do anything to keep her. With the help of his family and his club he works to keep her safe and home forever.
Author: Kim Nugent
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781641843805
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
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This book celebrates the hopes and dreams of finding love and acceptance of a forever family through adoption. This book is written from Sumo's perspective, who is a young puppy, and his life growing up. It begins with Sumo living on a farm in Kentucky and then travels to Texas in hopes of finding a permanent home. Beautiful illustrations and funny stories show the many adventures of Sumo the Akita throughout his life. Finding a Forever Home has a special and loving message of being chosen. This book makes a great gift for any occasion and especially for children who are adopted.
