A Thread of Hope

A Thread of Hope
Author: Melinda J. Kaffer
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2016-05-18
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1514491729

A woman tormented by yesterdays mistakes finds herself living a life that mars her character. She holds on to a thread of hope that God will hear her hearts cry. Her biggest regret is the tainted picture she painted for her son. Will Maggie ever forgive herself for her many failures? Trents heart was beyond repair when tragedy knocks him for a loop. He shuts the world out as he allows his life to tick away. Will Trent ever find a way out of his dark prison? Todd is tired of wrestling with the demons that came from his childhood. He relies on whiskey to numb the pain that has gripped his heart. He longs to start life anew. His thoughts on the female gender are clouded with fabricated lies. Will he ever be able to open his heart to love? Tessa and Hunter have a footloose, fancy-free friendship. However, their friendship is challenged when Tessa gives her heart to another. Will their friendship survive the test of the cruel grave of jealousy? Grant and Jenna are two vessels that understood the concept of Gods saving grace. They were both broken vessels that had been put back together by the hand of the Potter. Their love soars high with eagles. They are unmovable. At least they believe they are until their faith is put to the test.

A Strand of Hope

A Strand of Hope
Author: Amanda Tero
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2020-07-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9781942931324

Lena Davis is the daughter her mom never wanted.But she survived. Through stories. Because books didn't judge. Books weren't angry she was alive. Books never expected her to be anything but who she was.As she grows up, her beloved library becomes her true home.So when the library is designated part of President Roosevelt's Packhorse Library Project, Lena is determined to get the job of bringing books to highlanders, believing she'll finally be free of her mom forever.But earning the trust of highlanders is harder than she imagined, and her passion for books might not be enough to free her from her chains.

Channel Kindness: Stories of Kindness and Community

Channel Kindness: Stories of Kindness and Community
Author: Born This Way Foundation Reporters
Publisher: Feiwel & Friends
Total Pages: 278
Release: 2020-09-22
Genre: Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN: 1250245575

A New York Times Bestseller For Lady Gaga, kindness is the driving force behind everything she says and does. The quiet power of kindness can change the way we view one another, our communities, and even ourselves. She embodies this mission, and through her work, brings more kindness into our world every single day. Lady Gaga has always believed in the importance of being yourself, being kind to yourself, and being kind to others, no matter who they are or where they come from. With that sentiment in mind, she and her mother, Cynthia Germanotta, founded Born This Way Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making the world a kinder and braver place. Through the years, they've collected stories of kindness, bravery and resilience from young people all over the world, proving that kindness truly is the universal language. And now, we invite you to read these stories and follow along as each and every young author finds their voice just as Lady Gaga has found hers. Within these pages, you’ll meet young changemakers who found their inner strength, who prevailed in the face of bullies, who started their own social movements, who decided to break through the mental health stigma and share how they felt, who created safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth, and who have embraced kindness with every fiber of their being by helping others without the expectation of anything in return. In one story, you’ll read about a young person with an autoimmune disease, who after being bullied at school, learned how to practice self-love and started an organization with the mission of educating others about the importance of self-love, too; and in another story, you’ll meet a young person who decided to start a movement to help eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health and encouraged others to talk about their feelings openly and honestly, a reminder that kindness and mental wellness go hand in hand. Not only were we moved by these individual acts of kindness, but we were also touched by the many stories of organizations, neighborhoods, and entire communities that fully dedicated themselves to helping those in need and found new, innovative ways to make our world a kinder and braver place. Individually and collectively, these stories prove that kindness not only saves lives but builds community. Kindness is inclusion, it is pride, it is empathy, it is compassion, it is self-respect and it is the guiding light to love. Kindness is always transformational, and its never-ending ripples result in even more kind acts that can change our lives, our communities, and our world.

Thread of Hope

Thread of Hope
Author: Rachel J Bonner
Publisher: Isbin Books
Total Pages: 313
Release: 2019-05-02
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 191289002X

What if your secrets are so dangerous they could destroy the one you love? Is honesty always the best policy? This is a story of faith, god and fantasy all mixed into a beautifully written tale of love and consequences of our actions….one that will stay with you… The Bookwormery Leonie may have run away but Prospero will find her. He loves her and he wants a future with her by his side whatever the consequences. Only when he does find her, he ought to tell her who he really is, outside the monastery. That’ll make her run again. Dare he risk it? But if he doesn’t tell her, someone else may... Marriage to Prospero is what Leonie wants most and the one thing she knows she can’t have. If he found out what she was really like, what she’d been, what she’d done, he’d despise her and she couldn’t bear that. Better to leave now than live a lie – but it’s harder than she expected. If only… Gabriel is starting to discover the secrets inherent in Leonie, secrets that not even she knows, secrets that will tear the world apart. And the secrets he is keeping are tearing him apart. How can sacrificing those he loves possibly achieve peace when everything he discovers risks the death of millions? The pacing complimented the plot, which was self-contained and a wonderful next step for the natural progression of the story. I hope the author continues developing and exploring the world, she has the fundamentals for a saga on her hands. Radzy Writes An intriguing second book in this surprising series. The end is so thrilling I want to read the next book. In De Boekenkast I was enveloped by the magic of this world The whole book was super unpredictable & the writing was, yet again, really easy to fall into. Writing with Wolves The character development is fantastic. The plot was intricate and absorbing. I wanted more. Jessica Belmont I love how the characters are developing and how the relationships, interactions and all the secrets are connecting and proving to be even more important to the all underlining of the story and plot. An exciting, interesting, thought-provoking, emotional journey. Jess Bookish Life An interesting post-apocalyptic universe…with plenty of intriguing characters. Becca’s Books Interesting ideas, clear creativity and a vivid imagination. I think Bonner likes to leave readers teetering on the top of the abyss. Cheryl M-M’s Book Blog Reviews for Strand of Faith – book 1 in the Choices and Consequences series Magical … full of adventure with enjoyable characters…a must read for the genre! Touch My Spine Book Reviews The quick pace, perfect balance between information and action along with the likeable characters made Strand of Faith a truly enjoyable read. It is a truly unique story and the elements are woven together so well. Odd Socks and Lollipops What can I say about this book? It was pretty darn good! I can truly recommend this book to anyone that likes to read about choices and it has certainly paved the way for a fantastic series. Nemesis Book Blog Such an exciting concept executed so cleverly and uniquely. This is the start of such an exciting series and I cannot wait to see where we head off to next time. ZooLoo’s Book Diary It is a rare book where you find so many incredibly well written, well rounded characters. The Midnight Review

The Way of Hope

The Way of Hope
Author: Melissa Fisher
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2017-07-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1493409301

Most churches today struggle to answer the same-sex relationship debate that is quickly transforming our culture, our kids, and our churches. As a result, Christians struggle to demonstrate love and grace to those with same-sex attraction. That means that more and more people who are looking for truth and a place where they belong are deciding that the church is either indifferent to their struggle or outright hostile to "people like them." There's a better way--the way of hope. With deep understanding born from her own painful experiences, Melissa Fisher shows that somewhere between the extremes of condemning and condoning is compassion. In this book, she aims to equip the church to make a positive difference in the lives of those hurting from relational or sexual brokenness. Perfect for pastors, parents, siblings, and friends of the ten million people in America who identify as LGBTQ, who long to love them well.

The Game of Hope

The Game of Hope
Author: Sandra Gulland
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 357
Release: 2018-06-26
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 0425291022

For Napoleon's stepdaughter, nothing is simple - especially love. Paris, 1798. Hortense de Beauharnais is engrossed in her studies at a boarding school for aristocratic girls, most of whom have suffered tragic losses during the tumultuous days of the French Revolution. She loves to play and compose music, read and paint, and daydream about Christophe, her brother's dashing fellow officer. But Hortense is not an ordinary girl. Her beautiful, charming mother, Josephine, has married Napoleon Bonaparte, soon to become the most powerful man in France, but viewed by Hortense at the outset as a coarse, unworthy successor to her elegant father, who was guillotined during the Terror. Where will Hortense's future lie? it may not be in her power to decide. Inspired by Hortense's real-life autobiography with charming glimpses of life long ago, this is the story of a girl destined by fate to play a role she didn't choose.

Strand of Deception

Strand of Deception
Author: Robin Caroll
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2013
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1433672146

A dedicated FBI agent and a forensic scientist search for clues in an investigation involving the murder of the daughter of a prominent Tennessee politician.

Philosophy and Social Hope

Philosophy and Social Hope
Author: Richard Rorty
Publisher: Penguin UK
Total Pages: 418
Release: 1999-08-26
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 0141946113

Richard Rorty is one of the most provocative figures in recent philosophical, literary and cultural debate. This collection brings together those of his writings aimed at a wider audience, many published in book form for the first time. In these eloquent essays, articles and lectures, Rorty gives a stimulating summary of his central philosophical beliefs and how they relate to his political hopes; he also offers some challenging insights into contemporary America, justice, education and love.

Strand of Faith

Strand of Faith
Author: Rachel J Bonner
Publisher: Isbin Books
Total Pages: 315
Release: 2018-11-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1912890003

A girl. A monk. An unthinkable sacrifice. When the choice is between love and life, how can anyone decide? A brilliant story full of intrigue and mystery…keeping me hooked throughout - Black Book Blogs An incredibly entertaining and compelling story… I could not put this one down - Jessica Belmont Book Reviews A plot full of tension and (impossible) choices made for one great read - The Magic of Wor(l)ds In a post-apocalyptic future, a girl and a monk, both with extraordinary mental powers, have compelling reasons not to fall in love. But their choices will have consequences for the rest of the world. After the troubles of his youth, Brother Prospero has found comfort and fulfilment in the monastery. Then he discovers something that forces him to reconsider his whole vocation. How can it possibly be right to leave a life of worship and service for human desire? And if he does leave, will the pressures from his past destroy him? Orphaned and mistreated, Leonie has found sanctuary and safety at the Abbey. When she comes into contact with Prospero everything spirals out of her control. Everyone she’s ever loved has died. She can’t do that to him. But how can she walk away from the first place she’s truly belonged? Abbot Gabriel is faced with an impossible choice. He can do nothing and watch the world descend into war. Or he can manipulate events and ensure peace – at the cost of two lives that he is responsible for. Is he strong enough to sacrifice those he loves? Magical … full of adventure with enjoyable characters…a must read for the genre! Touch My Spine Book Reviews The quick pace, perfect balance between information and action along with the likeable characters made Strand of Faith a truly enjoyable read. It is a truly unique story and the elements are woven together so well.Odd Socks and Lollipops What can I say about this book? It was pretty darn good! I can truly recommend this book to anyone that likes to read about choices and it has certainly paved the way for a fantastic series. Nemesis Book Blog Such an exciting concept executed so cleverly and uniquely. This is the start of such an exciting series and I cannot wait to see where we head off to next time. ZooLoo’s Book Diary

The Strand Prophecy

The Strand Prophecy
Author: J. B. B. Winner
Publisher: Howler Publishing
Total Pages: 370
Release: 2007
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0979054850

An adventure novel about a dark superhero, whose past has obligated him to become the protector of the innocent.