Download or read book Our Billie written by Ian Clayton and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2010-04-01 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'An astonishing work' - Joanne Harris Every parent's worst nightmare became a reality for Ian Clayton. On a short holiday break in Hay-on-Wye he took his nine-year-old twins canoeing, and in a freak accident his daughter Billie was drowned. In a remarkably frank and vivid way Clayton describes what happened on that spring day, his desperate attempts to save his two children, and then what it felt like two years later to come face to face with the men who hired out the canoe. But Our Billie is not a story of bitterness and recrimination. Instead it's the story of how a family attempts to come to terms with something which makes no sense at all. Through his memories of Billie and his wonderfully affectionate portrait of the small town in Yorkshire where the family has lived for generations, he weaves a story of loss and remembering, of gratitude and forgiveness.

Download or read book All In written by Billie Jean King and published by Knopf. This book was released on 2021-08-17 with total page 443 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER • An inspiring and intimate self-portrait of the champion of equality that encompasses her brilliant tennis career, unwavering activism, and an ongoing commitment to fairness and social justice. “A story about the personal strength, immense growth, and undeniable greatness of one woman who fearlessly stood up to a culture trying to break her down.”—Serena Williams In this spirited account, Billie Jean King details her life's journey to find her true self. She recounts her groundbreaking tennis career—six years as the top-ranked woman in the world, twenty Wimbledon championships, thirty-nine grand-slam titles, and her watershed defeat of Bobby Riggs in the famous "Battle of the Sexes." She poignantly recalls the cultural backdrop of those years and the profound impact on her worldview from the women's movement, the assassinations and anti-war protests of the 1960s, the civil rights movement, and, eventually, the LGBTQ+ rights movement. She describes the myriad challenges she's hurdled—entrenched sexism, an eating disorder, near financial peril after being outed—on her path to publicly and unequivocally acknowledging her sexual identity at the age of fifty-one. She talks about how her life today remains one of indefatigable service. She offers insights and advice on leadership, business, activism, sports, politics, marriage equality, parenting, sexuality, and love. And she shows how living honestly and openly has had a transformative effect on her relationships and happiness. Hers is the story of a pathbreaking feminist, a world-class athlete, and an indomitable spirit whose impact has transcended even her spectacular achievements in sports.

Download or read book Becoming Billie Holiday written by Carole Boston Weatherford and published by Boyds Mills Press. This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Coretta Scott King Author Honor Award The stunning voice and hard life of legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday is revealed through evocative, accessible poetry. In 1915, Sadie Fagan gave birth to a daughter she named Eleanora. The world, however, would know her as Billie Holiday, possibly the greatest jazz singer of all time. Eleanora's journey to become a legend took her through pain, poverty, and run-ins with the law. By the time she was fifteen, she knew she possessed something that could possibly change her life--a voice. Eleanora could sing. Her remarkable voice led her to a place in the spotlight with some of the era's hottest big bands. Through a sequence of raw and poignant poems, New York Times best-selling and award-winning poet Carole Boston Weatherford chronicles the singer's young life, her fight for survival, and the dream she pursued with passion.

Download or read book Billie Eilish The Unofficial Biography written by Adrian Besley and published by Zest Books ™. This book was released on 2021-02-02 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fascinating biography of a worldwide pop star

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Download or read book Billie Someday written by Andy Graham and published by Greenleaf Book Group. This book was released on 2021-06-22 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The G.O.A.T A thrilling and charming middle-grade novel about a brave and determined little farm goat who dreams of scaling the nearby Matterhorn mountain and becoming the greatest of all time. ​Although Billie Someday is the smallest goat on the farm—she is not to be underestimated. Down in the valley, Billie dreams of a life beyond her simple farm and to become a mountain-climbing goat much like her distant ancestors. But with dangers lurking in Darkwood Forest, a vigilant farmer and his dependable work dog, Caesar, and Billie’s overprotective mother watching her every move, will Billie ever get the ultimate chance to prove her worth and climb the Matterhorn?

Download or read book The Murder of Billie Jo written by Sion Jenkins and published by Metro Publishing. This book was released on 2009-09-07 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In February 1997 Billie-Jo Jenkins was murdered at her home in Hastings, Sussex. In July 1998 her foster father Siôn was convicted and sent to prison for life. After a monumental legal battle, in which there were an unprecedented six court hearings, Siôn Jenkins was finally acquitted in February 2006 after a gross miscarriage of justice. Having already faced three criminal trials, Siôn Jenkins had to undergo a fourth - a trial by media which continues to this day. Now, Siôn Jenkins puts on record what actually happened; the whole story from the beginning.

Download or read book The Adventures of Billie BAHA and Her Super HEARo Friends written by Jessica Jordan-Hogan and published by . This book was released on 2020-09-12 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I'm so glad you came by. My name is Billie. I'm four years old and I am also Hard of Hearing. I have bilateral hearing loss due to Microtia. Microtia is a congenital condition of a little or missing outer ear. I wear my BAHA to be able to hear the world around me. I go to a school with all my other friends that are also Deaf or Hard of Hearing, but they don't all wear BAHAs to hear like me. Some of my friends wear behind the ear hearing aids or cochlear implants. I even have one friend that does not wear anything to hear, but we all have one thing in common....we are all SUPER HEARo's! My superpowers are kindness and acceptance. Together we will discover communication repair strategies, self-advocacy, and how to bring everyone's differences together! 

Download or read book Billie s Wisdom written by Billie Watkins and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2014-03-10 with total page 613 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains a whole lifetime of learning about herbal and homeopathic wisdom to complement traditional treatments for health projects.

Download or read book Billie Eilish written by Malcolm Croft and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2020-06-09 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the story of the most unique and exciting pop star on the planet: Billie Eilish. Packed with awesome pictures, this Essential Fan Guide follows the rise and rise of Billie, from bedroom singer to festival headliner with the No. 1 album in the world. Explore her song-writing process, her life in the spotlight, and how she developed her unique sense of style. Filled with quotes from Billie and her closest collaborators, discussing fame, fashion, fans, and more, Billie Eilish: The Essential Fan Guide takes you on stage, inside the studio, and behind the scenes with the most compelling artist of her generation.

Download or read book Billie Starr s Book of Sorries written by Deborah E. Kennedy and published by Flatiron Books. This book was released on 2022-10-04 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Funny yet bitingly realistic look at small-town life...A grim literary mystery and a hopeful family story, this genre-blending novel manages to be both charming and heartbreaking.” —Kirkus “An enthralling suspense thriller...Exquisite prose matches deep characterization. Kennedy deserves to win an Edgar.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review Sometimes, a woman has to rescue herself. Jenny Newberg, Queen of Bad Decisions, is about to make another one. In a small town where everyone knows everyone’s business, down-on-her-luck single mother Jenny is on a first-name basis with the debt collector at the bank, who is moving toward foreclosure. She is constantly apologizing to her precocious young daughter, Billie Starr, who is filling a book with her mother’s sorries, and it seems to Jenny that no apology will ever be enough. Then a pair of strangers in black suits offers her a hefty check to seduce someone known as the Candidate. Finally, something will go her way. But nothing ever goes as Jenny plans, and she is swept into the Candidate’s orbit. Surrounded by a wide universe of new ideas, she realizes how constrained her life has been by the expectations of everyone around her, and she starts to see how much more she might be capable of. And when her world is rocked to its core and Billie Starr may be in danger, Jenny is forced to do what she once thought impossible: trust in herself and her own power to make things right. Shimmering with rage and sparkling with subtle humor, Billie Starr's Book of Sorries showcases Edgar Award-nominee Deborah E. Kennedy's singular voice and shines a light on the town of Benson, Indiana, where lakes, grudges, and family rifts run deep – but so does a mother’s love.

Download or read book It All Started with Billie Holiday written by Gene Chronopoulos and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2010-04 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: " ... Chronicles the discovery of jazz by a young Greek boy through his adult years. This is his personal odyssey revealing rewarding relationships with noteworthy jazz musicians, singers, and the many characters who inhabited the colorful jazz life"--Page 4 of cover.

Download or read book Billie s Mother written by Mary Jessie Hammond Skrine and published by . This book was released on 1915 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Billie Holiday The Voice of Jazz written by ChatStick Team and published by ChatStick Team. This book was released on 2024-08-05 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 🎵 Billie Holiday: The Voice of Jazz 🎵 Step into the soulful world of Billie Holiday with this compelling volume from the "Voices of Legends" series, thoughtfully created by the ChatStick Team. Billie Holiday's deeply emotive voice and timeless jazz classics have left an enduring mark on music history. 🎤✨ In "Billie Holiday: The Voice of Jazz", you'll uncover: 📖 An intimate portrait of Holiday's journey, from her early days in Harlem to her rise as an international music icon. 🎶 Detailed stories behind her most celebrated songs and performances. 💫 Vivid imagery and personal anecdotes that bring her legacy to life. 🎷 Insightful reflections on her impact on the world of jazz and swing. This book provides a fresh perspective on Billie Holiday's monumental contributions to music, making it an essential read for collectors, enthusiasts, and anyone moved by the power of song. Rediscover the magic of Billie Holiday's voice and the profound influence of jazz through this richly detailed narrative. 📚❤️

Download or read book The Billie Wilde Thrillers Books One to Three written by Marrisse Whittaker and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2022-03-01 with total page 871 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Three hard-hitting police thrillers set in northern England and starring a determined detective with her own demons . . . This collection of gritty mysteries includes: The Magpie Finalist for the Lindisfarne Prize for Debut Crime Fiction To prove that she’s still at the top of her game, DSI Billie Wilde is on a mission to catch the killer responsible for a horrific showcase of murders. But when hidden skeletons come out of dark corners, Billie is forced to grapple with her past, and learns she isn’t who she thought she was. And it soon turns out, she has devastating childhood links to each of the victims . . . The Devil’s Line After a teenage girl’s body turns up on train tracks, Billie and the police find a link between the girl’s murder and a County Lines gang of traffickers notorious for exploiting the vulnerable. Someone has been using children to peddle drugs—someone closer to home than Billie can imagine—and she intends to stop those who shatter the innocence of the young . . . The Mad-Hatter Murders DSI Wilde is in the throes of an intense romantic relationship—but it’s nothing compared to the pressure of her latest case, a series of deaths that seem to have a connection to Alice in Wonderland. And as she works closely with an undercover PI, Wilde starts to feel like she’s gone through the looking-glass herself . . .

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Download or read book I am Billie Jean King written by Brad Meltzer and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2019-02-05 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Billie Jean King is one of the greatest tennis players of all time. Read about this amazing woman athlete in the seventeenth picture book in the New York Times bestselling series of biographies about heroes. (Cover may vary) This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great--the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of one of America's icons in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers and that always includes the hero's childhood influences. At the back are an excellent timeline and photos. This volume features Billie Jean King, the world champion tennis player who fought successfully for women’s rights. From a young age, Billie Jean King loved sports—especially tennis! But as she got older, she realized that plenty of people, even respected male athletes, didn't take women athletes seriously. She set to prove them wrong and show girls everywhere that sports are for everyone, regardless of gender. This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Included in each book are: • A timeline of key events in the hero’s history • Photos that bring the story more fully to life • Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable • Childhood moments that influenced the hero • Facts that make great conversation-starters • A virtue this person embodies: Billie Jean King's determination opened the door for countless other atheletes. You’ll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!