Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah

Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah
Author: Kathy Iandoli
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2022-08-23
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1982156856

"By twenty-two years old, Aaliyah had already accomplished a staggering amount: hit records, acclaimed acting roles, and fame that was just about to cross over into superstardom. Like her song, she was already "more than a woman" but her shocking death in a plane crash prevented her from fully growing into one. Now, two decades later, the full story of Aaliyah's life and cultural impact is finally and lovingly revealed. Baby Girl features never-before-told stories, including studio anecdotes, personal tales, and eyewitness accounts on the events leading up to her untimely passing. Her enduring influence on today's artists--such as Rihanna, Drake, Normani, and many more--is also celebrated, providing Aaliyah's discography a cultural critique that is long overdue. "--Provided by publisher.

Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah

Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah
Author: Kathy Iandoli
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2021-08-17
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1982156864

In a definitive and “excellent homage to a star who left this planet too soon” (Questlove), the life, career, tragic death, and evolution of Aaliyah into a music legend are explored—now updated with new material featuring in-depth research and exclusive interviews. By twenty-two years old, Aaliyah had already accomplished a staggering amount: hit records, acclaimed acting roles, and fame that was just about to cross over into superstardom. Like her song, she was already “more than a woman” but her shocking death in a plane crash prevented her from fully growing into one. Now, two decades later, the full story of Aaliyah’s life and cultural impact is finally and lovingly revealed. Baby Girl features never-before-told stories, including studio anecdotes, personal tales, and eyewitness accounts on the events leading up to her untimely passing. Her enduring influence on today’s artists—such as Rihanna, Drake, Normani, and many more—is also celebrated, providing Aaliyah’s discography a cultural critique that is long overdue. “There’s no better way to pay your respect to R&B’s true angel than to lose yourself in the pages” (Kim Osorio, journalist and author of Straight from the Source) of this “dazzling biography” (Publishers Weekly) that is as unforgettable as its subject. This book was written without the participation of Aaliyah’s family/estate.

Lunching with Letters: Short Story Writers Club

Lunching with Letters: Short Story Writers Club
Author: Audrey Barger
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 74
Release: 2019-05-02
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0359514677

Seven girls about to graduate, create a club, form a bond, and produce something magnificent. These works of fiction and poetry are raw and honest. Venture forth and happy reading.

Letters to Heaven

Letters to Heaven
Author: Ken Horn
Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 173
Release: 2022-08-13
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1685708234

It was a summer of content. Three generations of family in one household. The escapades of two very rambunctious grandkids caught the hearts of friends and neighbors, here in Michigan, as they followed the stories of Liam and Zellie on social media. Until the day we lost our precious two-year-old Zellie. Opa's little girl. The world crashed down on my shoulders so hard; it drove me to my knees. I had choices to make: to look up or look away. I looked up. I thought I knew God, and I tried to bargain with Him. Nothing seemed to work. Answers I received though helped me form a letter, which I sent directly to God. After that - I wrote directly to Zellie. These are Letters to Heaven. With these letters, I shared the horrible pain our family was going through. Friends and family responded to the raw view of pain and prayers they read about. There was no getting around the emotions of that stinging loss, but we all began healing at about the same time. From that agonizing moment to this day, I find God sending people our way to help us on our life's journey together. He also sent us quick glimpses into Heaven, which you'll read about in this book. I learned the hard way that the pain never goes away. And it may sound strange to say, but you don't want it to because that means forgetting. Determined not to forget my beautiful Zellie's face, or the way she wiggled when she laughed, I chose to remember. And the pain I merely survived. This story will take you through a grandfather's love, loss, and a rediscovery of faith. With that faith, hope emerged -- the hope of seeing Zellie again in Heaven. Because, trust me, Heaven is real. Really real.

An Unconventional Love Letter to the Lgbtq Community

An Unconventional Love Letter to the Lgbtq Community
Author: Jessica A. Newsome
Publisher: WestBow Press
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2017-06-20
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1512789003

As I lay in my dream state, paralyzed, and unable to speak or move yet knowing what was going on in the natural, I tried my best to say, Jesus. As I fought for words, and before I could get his name out, I felt something like a wave go through my body that came from the demonic spirit. Right after that happened, I got the name of Jesus out of my mouth. Immediately, the paralysis broke, and I was able to move. It is uncomfortable for many to speak about the things that go bump in the night. We would like to believe that Satan and his demons do not exist or that because one may follow Christ, demonic attacks do not exist in our lives, but that is not true. In order to overcome the things that plague us, we must know what we are facing and how to become an overcomer. This book will walk you through my personal experiences and struggles: Acceptance of sexual orientation Spiritual Warfare Self-hate Suicidal thoughts Confusion

Letters to a Young Sister

Letters to a Young Sister
Author: Hill Harper
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 316
Release: 2008-06-03
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1440632928

Now in paperback: the New York Times bestselling book of inspirational advice and wisdom for young women from the powerhouse public speaker, star of CSI: NY, and bestselling author of Letters to a Young Brother * Does life sometimes seem so much harder for girls? * Do you ever feel insecure, pressured, or confused? * Do you wish you had someone to give you honest advice on topics like boys, school, family, and pursuing your dreams? * Do you want to make a positive impact on the world, but don't even know how to begin? In the follow-up to his award winning national bestseller, Letters to a Young Brother, actor and star of CSI: NY shares powerful wisdom for young women everywhere, drawing on the courageous advice of the female role models who transformed his life. Letters to a Young Sister unfolds as a series of letters written by older brother Hill to a universal young sister. She's up against the same challenges as every young woman: from relating to her parents and dealing with peer pressure, to juggling schoolwork and crushes and keeping faith in the face of heartache. Hill offers guidance, encouragement, personal stories, and asks his female friends to help answer some truly tough questions. Every young sister needs to know that it's okay to dream big and to deFINE her own destiny. This is a book that will educate, uplift and inspire. Including original contributions from: Michelle Obama * Angela Basset * Ciara * Tatyana Ali * Eve * Malinda Williams * Chanel Iman * Kim Porter * and many more.

Letters to a Young Brother

Letters to a Young Brother
Author: Hill Harper
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2006-04-20
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1101218223

Award-winning actor and motivational speaker Hill Harper shares his real-life wisdom to chart a path to success. Inspired by speeches to students at inner-city schools, this uplifting collection of letters offers advice to young men navigating the challenges of the world and empowers them to reach their true potential. Offering inspirational advice in his unique down-to-earth style, Hill Harper provides wisdom, guidance, and heartfelt insight on the tough issues facing our nation’s youth. He challenges conventional notions of success, emphasizing the importance of education, community accomplishments, mental health, and self-respect. Intended to provide this frequently regarded “lost generation” of young men with words of encouragement and guidance, Harper’s deep-rooted passion regarding the plight of today’s youth drove him to write this book, sure to change the lives of readers for years to come.

Aaliyah

Aaliyah
Author: Kelly Kenyatta
Publisher: Amber Books Publishing
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2002
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780970222435

Accompanied by tributes from fans and colleagues, traces the life of the successful singer who first gained notice as a talented teenager and later made the transition to acting in films before her untimely death in a plane crash.

A Hood Love Gave Me Life

A Hood Love Gave Me Life
Author: Nai
Publisher: Sullivan Group Publishing
Total Pages: 149
Release: 2019-05-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1648401007

There’s a thin line between love and loyalty. Aaliyah Renee Jones aka Baby girl is the definition of a ride or die. Being the only child of street legend Iman Jones, she learned early to keep her circle tight. She’s had the same best friend for years and doesn’t allow new people into her life easily. When she runs into Eli King after the passing of her grandmother, his charm, and ties to the family cause her to trust him and make him a permanent fixture in her life. But when the unthinkable happens, how will she be able to see past it and move forward? Eli Meko King is a self-proclaimed son of the streets. His ability to adapt to any situation sets him apart from other guys his age. Always willing to go after what he wants; he sets his eyes on Baby girl. He’s drawn to her feisty attitude and no-nonsense demeanor. He decided he wanted her and wouldn’t allow anyone to stand in his way. After gaining Aaliyah’s trust, he was looking forward to his happily ever after with his Queen but was instead blindsided by a fatal attraction. Can he resist temptation? Erica Black loves her best friend like a sister. Their bond has given her the strength she needed through many trials in her life. But does her love include loyalty? When she finds herself instantly attracted to forbidden fruit, she wonders, what’s love got to do it? After one tragedy too many, she decides she’s done allowing the love for her friend to stop her from pursuing the man she desires. But is she willing to pay the cost to get what she wants?

The 13: We All Start As Strangers

The 13: We All Start As Strangers
Author: Aaliyah S
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 710
Release: 2016-10-21
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1483459519

Rockfield High University is one of Seoul's most prestigious educational institutes, where people of different ethnicities enroll to make their dreams come true. But since June 1, 2015, women in their twenties have started going missing. Seoul's streets are no longer safe, and walking late at night is prohibited. Aria Heart is nineteen, half-American, and carefree. She's cute, friendly, and mostly careless of her surroundings and belongings. She misplaces her diary somewhere, and even though Aria isn't worried, her best friend plans a break-in at the university just to get it back. They never could have forseen the effects of their actions. Detective Oh Yejun is a criminal-catching prodigy. He begins his time at Rockfield High University by studying the cases of the missing girls but soon progresses to another case that leaves him completely baffled. How are the missing women related? What does Aria Heart have to do with it, and can Yejun make sense of the seeming chaos before it's too late?