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The New York Times bestseller about a young black man's journey from violence and despair to the threshold of stardom: "A beautiful tribute to the power of good teachers" (Terry Gross, Fresh Air).
"One of the most inspiring stories I've come across in a long time."-Pamela Paul, New York Times Book Review
Ryan Speedo Green had a tough upbringing in southeastern Virginia: his family lived in a trailer park and later a bullet-riddled...
"One of the most inspiring stories I've come across in a long time."-Pamela Paul, New York Times Book Review
Ryan Speedo Green had a tough upbringing in southeastern Virginia: his family lived in a trailer park and later a bullet-riddled...
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Ever wished you knew more about your mom? Not just the stories she's shared a hundred times but the little moments, the real-life struggles, and those dreams she never got to chase? Imagine holding in your hands a book that's full of her life's quirks, her hard-won wisdom, her laugh-out-loud memories, and maybe even some well-kept secrets. MOM, I Want to Hear Your Story is exactly that book – not just a journal but a priceless legacy waiting to...
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A collection of short stories by the Booker Prize-winning Scottish master
Giving voice to the dispossessed and crafting stories of lives held in the balance, James Kelman reaches us all. Penetrating deeply into the hearts, minds, and desperation of characters who find themselves in everyday situations—in the hospital, at a bus stop, in a living room with the endless roar of the vacuum cleaner and a distant wife—Kelman follows...
Giving voice to the dispossessed and crafting stories of lives held in the balance, James Kelman reaches us all. Penetrating deeply into the hearts, minds, and desperation of characters who find themselves in everyday situations—in the hospital, at a bus stop, in a living room with the endless roar of the vacuum cleaner and a distant wife—Kelman follows...
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"Write Your Life Story: The Story of Your Life – Writing a Memoir" by Michelle Hilmar is an inspiring and comprehensive writing a memoir workbook that empowers you to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and self-expression. Within the pages of this thoughtfully crafted book, you'll find the tools and guidance you need to write my life story, capturing the essence of your unique journey and creating a captivating story of your own....
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Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book.
Book Preview: #1 The gap is the space between where you are and where you want to be. Companies that close the gaps in business best, win.
#2 We all have gaps in life, between where we are and where we want to be. These gaps are human nature. Without them, we would have no hopes, dreams, or aspirations. But while there's nothing more human than dreaming of leaping a gap, there are...
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Your Life Matters! helps people of all ages honour their truth and embrace all that they have lived by teaching them to write their life stories.
Author, psychotherapist, and writing coach Junie Swadron has guided men and women to write their life stories for more than twenty-five years. Her books, Re-Write Your Life and Write Where You Are, have helped thousands of writers move through fear and writer's block.
In Your Life Matters!...
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Each of us has come to our current life stance through a journey of unique experiencesbeing born at this time, growing up in this particular social setting and culture, experiencing these specific successes and losses, and having these significant relationships. Whether we are in the early, middle, or latter part of our personal faith story, the ending is still ahead of usand reviewing our own faith story helps us chart our course into the future....
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Write Your Book - Tell Your Life Story is a profound exploration into the psyche of aspiring authors, offering a compass to navigate the often-tumultuous journey of penning one's life narrative. Through its evocative three-part structure, this book shines light on the emotional battleground of the mind before writing, equips readers with the know-how of the writing process, and establishes the path to a successfully published book.
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Dr. Maryann Mercer, co-author of Change Your Underwear, Change Your Life, and Spontaneous Optimism--and host of the popular podcast, Positive Life Answers--teaches listeners to use solutions-focused tools and techniques for developing easy optimism habits, with the ultimate goal of creating the life he or she desires!
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In Writing the Story of Your Life, Carmel Bird, author of the classic writing guide Dear Writer, brings you down-to-earth advice, inspirational quotations and suggestions and practical exercises. Clear and easy-to-use, it is an essential reference tool for anyone thinking about writing, or anyone who loves writing.
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"A poignant and instructive guide for all aspiring graphic memoirists detailing the artistry and story-telling inherent in the medium. Hart examines what makes a graphic memoir great, and shows you how to do it. With two dozen professional examples and a deep-dive into his own story, Hart encourages readers to hone their signature style in the best way to represent their journeys on the page."--Provided by publisher.
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Story Line: Finding Gold in Your Life Story is a practical and spiritual guide to drawing upon your own story and fictionalizing it into your writing. As a Story Consultant and former VP of Current Programs at CBS/Paramount, most of the author's work with writers has focused on creating standout scripts by elevating story. The secret to telling strong story is digging deep inside yourself and utilizing your own life experiences and emotions to connect...
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Italy, 1522. They fled through the night. The beautiful Sibylline mountains of central Italy are plagued by earthquakes, but this has never been a problem for Spanish John. A talented church painter, repairing the damaged churches of the region is his livelihood. But when one of his paintings offends the Archbishop, he and his family must flee the walled city of Spoleto. A new town offers a new beginning, but it soon becomes clear that not all is...
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How's your life? Does it tell a wonderful story filled with grace, character, and courage? Or are you stuck in the past, struggling with regrets and fears? PERHAPS IT'S TIME FOR A NEW STORY. Same Life, New Story is a ten-week Bible study that offers women a powerful truth: one small change can have profound effects. With humor, vulnerability, and transparency, Jan Silvious-a professional life coach-uses a unique blend of modern-day anecdotes and biblical...
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As we go through life, we face many different challenges that the world demands of us. Microchips are now in the United States. Sweden has already implanted thousands of chips into the hands of people to make their lives more convenient. Eventually, this will lead to a currency-free world. Could this be the beginning sign of the beast the Bible foretold!
Susan, Bob, and Henry went through life like so many of us do today, not knowing where to go in...
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This is your roadmap for completing the memoir you've dreamed about writing.
It's FINALLY time to write your story! Writing memoir is daunting! You're the expert on your life, naturally, but narrating and organizing your own experiences in the best way can feel impossible. SO many writers become frustrated in early drafting stages and quit after a couple of brief attempts. That's not you, not anymore! Learn from bestselling memoirist Rachael Herron...
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