Download or read book When I Left Home written by Buddy Guy and published by Hachette+ORM. This book was released on 2012-05-08 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: According to Eric Clapton, John Mayer, and the late Stevie Ray Vaughn, Buddy Guy is the greatest blues guitarist of all time. An enormous influence on these musicians as well as Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, and Jeff Beck, he is the living embodiment of Chicago blues. Guy's epic story stands at the absolute nexus of modern blues. He came to Chicago from rural Louisiana in the fifties—the very moment when urban blues were electrifying our culture. He was a regular session player at Chess Records. Willie Dixon was his mentor. He was a sideman in the bands of Muddy Waters and Howlin' Wolf. He and Junior Wells formed a band of their own. In the sixties, he became a recording star in his own right. When I Left Home tells Guy's picaresque story in his own unique voice, that of a storyteller who remembers everything, including blues masters in their prime and the exploding, evolving culture of music that happened all around him.

Download or read book I Love Jesus But I Want to Die written by Sarah J. Robinson and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2021-05-11 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A compassionate, shame-free guide for your darkest days “A one-of-a-kind book . . . to read for yourself or give to a struggling friend or loved one without the fear that depression and suicidal thoughts will be minimized, medicalized or over-spiritualized.”—Kay Warren, cofounder of Saddleback Church What happens when loving Jesus doesn’t cure you of depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts? You might be crushed by shame over your mental illness, only to be told by well-meaning Christians to “choose joy” and “pray more.” So you beg God to take away the pain, but nothing eases the ache inside. As darkness lingers and color drains from your world, you’re left wondering if God has abandoned you. You just want a way out. But there’s hope. In I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die, Sarah J. Robinson offers a healthy, practical, and shame-free guide for Christians struggling with mental illness. With unflinching honesty, Sarah shares her story of battling depression and fighting to stay alive despite toxic theology that made her afraid to seek help outside the church. Pairing her own story with scriptural insights, mental health research, and simple practices, Sarah helps you reconnect with the God who is present in our deepest anguish and discover that you are worth everything it takes to get better. Beautifully written and full of hard-won wisdom, I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die offers a path toward a rich, hope-filled life in Christ, even when healing doesn’t look like what you expect.

Download or read book Mama I Don t Want to Die written by Gina Brown and published by . This book was released on 2021-11-06 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a story of a child who grew up surrounded by love and had so much love to give. It is the story told through journals, letters, and conversations between my self and my daughter Kelly, who struggled through a seven-year battle with a drug addiction. Her addiction began with prescribed medication for chronic back pain and, eventually, escalated into heroin use. On November6, 2015, Kelly, the youngest daughter of Bob and Gina Brown, died of a heroin overdose, thought to be laced with Fentanyl. Using Kelly's own words, Gina Brown provides a glimpse into the horrific world of heroin addiction. Despite five stays in a drug rehabilitation facility, and many months of being "clean", Kelly could not sustain her sobriety. While telling Kelly's story, Brown describes the impact of Kelly's addiction on her immediate family, as well as the grief and devastation resulting from Kelly's death, and the eventual healing process needed to survive the loss of a child.

Download or read book U N I written by Larry J J. McKissick and published by Page Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2019-03-15 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book came to be from my dreams. I cannot draw what was in them and a novel I cannot write. Poetry was my only outlet. I love reading poetry. My shero is Maya Angelou.

Download or read book Morgan Love Series written by Stephanie Perry Moore and published by Moody Publishers. This book was released on 2011-05-16 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This set includes all five books of the Morgan Love Series: A+ Attitude, Speak Up, Something Special, Right Thing, and No Fear. The Morgan Love Series is a chapter book series written for girls 7–9 years old. The series provides moral lessons that will aid in character development. It will also help young girls develop their vocabulary, english and math skills as they read through the stories and complete the entertaining and educational exercises provided at the end of each chapter and in the back of the book.

Download or read book Slow Down written by Nichole Nordeman and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2017-08-22 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The days are long, but the years are short. No matter if it’s your child’s first step, first day of school, or first night tucked away in a new dorm room away from home, there comes a moment when you realize just how quickly the years are flying by. Christian music artist Nichole Nordeman’s profound lyrics in her viral hit “Slow Down” struck a chord with moms everywhere, and now this beautiful four-color book will inspire you to celebrate the everyday moments of motherhood. Filled with thought-provoking writings from Nichole, as well as guest writings from friends including Shauna Niequist and Jen Hatmaker, practical tips, and journaling space for reflection, Slow Down will be a poignant gift for any mom, as well as a treasured keepsake. Take a few moments to reflect and celebrate the privilege of being a parent and getting to watch your little ones grow—and Slow Down. Nichole Nordeman has sold more than 1 million albums as a Christian music artist and has won 9 GMA Dove Awards, including two awards for Female Vocalist of the Year and Songwriter of the Year. Nichole released a lyric video for her song “Slow Down,” and it struck a chord with parents everywhere, amassing 14 million views in its first five days. She lives in Oklahoma with her two children.

Download or read book Out of Nola written by Mary-Jo Balman and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2018-08-31 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The year was 1879. It was a sunny Sunday afternoon in Nola, Italy. The DiNobili family, proud, imperious and of substantial means, joined the crowd of people in the streets, celebrating the Festa Dei Gigli. At the same time, in a rural village just outside Nola, lived the daughter of a family - poor, humble farm hands, bound to the soil and subject to the will of an aristrocratic land owner. As the result of a misguided love affair with him, she produced an illegitimate child who would one day through marriage become part of the Ferraro family. In the early 1900’s, both families emigrated to America. The DiNobili’s occupied first-class cabins, and the Ferraro’s sprawled out in steerage. Both settled in the poorest section of Brooklyn, New York, known as Greenpoint. The Ferraro’s rented a cold-water flat in a run-down tenement, and the DiNobili’s resided in the same type of tenement except that they owned the entire building. Years later an offshoot of each of these disparate families created a new family as a result of the elopement in 1916 of Paolo DiNobili, and 16-year old Maria Ferraro - much to the dismay of both families - the DiNobili’s because of their assumed superior social status to the Ferraro’s and the Ferraro’s because the choice of a husband had already been made for Maria. This tragi-comedy is told in colorful and authentic dialogue - a heart-rending account, juxtaposed with infectious humor as a picture of the lives of the descendants emerges. Paolo (Paul) Nobili’s life is woven throughout its telling - from his violent birth to his outrageous behavior on his death bed 92 years later. His often displayed uncontrollable rages and undeniable cruelty toward his family when provoked is shocking. Paul’s aberrant behavior degenerates into a new and lascivious dimension when, in his sixties, he forces upon his son’s wives and his grand daughters his latest ignoble trait. Almost 150 years of tragedy and humor experienced by these families is laid bare. Paolo never experiences the humor.

Download or read book Bog Child written by Siobhan Dowd and published by David Fickling Books. This book was released on 2010-06-08 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIGGING FOR PEAT in the mountain with his Uncle Tally, Fergus finds the body of a child, and it looks like she’s been murdered. As Fergus tries to make sense of the mad world around him—his brother on hunger-strike in prison, his growing feelings for Cora, his parents arguing over the Troubles, and him in it up to the neck, blackmailed into acting as courier to God knows what—a little voice comes to him in his dreams, and the mystery of the bog child unfurls. Bog Child is an astonishing novel exploring the sacrifices made in the name of peace, and the unflinching strength of the human spirit.

Download or read book I ve Got John written by Sherry Ann White and published by BalboaPress. This book was released on 2013-04-29 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is it possible that I was once a woman who lived first in New Orleans, then in New York City in the 1800s? The next nine chapters chronicle the life and times of a woman by the name of Sarah Anne Wells, who was later in her lifetime known as Sunflower. Most of the information within this biography has been given to me through messages in the form of synchronistic coincidence and spiritual readings, private prayer and meditation, hypnotic past-life regression session, spirit photographs, and through meeting many people in this life whom I am sure were a part of my past lifetime. Ive had many dreams later come true. Ive also been given little physical gifts that are difficult to explain as just coincidence. These gifts were given to me from someone on the other side of the looking glass. Once I accepted the possibility that it was possible to communicate with those on the other side of this reality, the memories of Sarahs life came to me quite easily. They continue to this day. As I wrote each chapter of her life, she began to feel very real to me. I began to hear her voice, feel how her clothing felt next to her skin, and see her image in my minds mirror. Born into slavery then sold into prostitution, I learned through many messages how difficult it was for her to just survive. My reason for putting all of these messages from Spirit into words is simple. If by reading my book, it provides some comfort and hope, then all the efforts by not only me but all those on the other side of reality, has meaning. WE ARE ONE

Download or read book No Fear written by Stephanie Perry Moore and published by Moody Publishers. This book was released on 2011-06-01 with total page 141 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Morgan Love Series is a chapter book series written for girls, 7 – 9 years old. The series provides moral lessons that will aid in character development. It will also help young girls develop their vocabulary, english and math skills as they read through the stories and complete the entertaining and educational exercises provided at the end of each chapter and in the back of the book. Don’t be afraid. Have no fear. That is what Morgan’s parents and grandparents were always telling her. But she was having a hard time doing what they said as she thought about the big test coming up and wondered if her daddy was on the navy shipped that was just attacked in the war. Morgan becomes even more frightened when she learns she has to go to court and tell the judge about the older girl who hurt her at school. And as if that is not enough, Morgan’s fear grows worst and she is unable to sleep when she finds out that one of her classmates and friend has died in a car accident. All she can think about is death. When Morgan shares her fears with her mommy and her mommy tells her about the good news from God and about Heaven, Morgan finally begins to understand why her parents and grandparents are always telling her to not be afraid and to have no fear.

Download or read book Red Angel written by Douglas Clegg and published by Alkemara Press. This book was released on 2014-11-08 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Oh, to be young, handsome -- and criminally insane. He calls himself Abraxas. Written on his skin: Suffer the Children to Come Unto Me. New York Times bestselling author Douglas Clegg releases a new and relentless serial killer -- the Red Angel -- within this page-turning thrill ride into paranormal suspense and psychological terror, set at a hospital for criminal justice in sun-drenched southern California. Among the neighborhoods full of lovely palm trees and clear blue swimming pools of California, a new killer is hunting. Pursued by rookie cop Jane Laymon and psychologist Trey Campbell, this murderer's pathology may be linked to inmate Michael Scoleri -- AKA Abraxas -- at the Darden State Hospital for Criminal Justice. Do they communicate with their minds? The young man in the straitjacket doesn't want the Red Angel to be caught. But his skin holds the name of an upcoming victim. And up on Moon Lake, in the San Bernardino mountains, a terrifying killer plans to descend into the valley to find his next victim. For fans of James Patterson, Dean Koontz and Thomas Harris. "Douglas Clegg knows exactly what scares us, and he knows how to twist those fears into hair-raising chills..." -- Tess Gerritsen, New York Times Bestselling Author. The Criminally Insane Series: Book #1, Bad Karma Book #2, Red Angel Book #3, Night Cage

Download or read book Wayfarers written by Winfred O. Cook and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2011-07 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A life lived in earnest provides one with a moral compass upon which to gauge the parameters of one's inner journey, the source of any lasting fulfillment. Wayfarers gives evidence of the epic miles one may travel when morality transcends the dead-end of mindless dogma and becomes, instead, a conduit to personal happiness. John Johnson, linguist A Scribendi critique Hello Mr. Cook, I read your engaging novel and thoroughly enjoyed it. I found it difficult to put away in the evenings. It was a pleasure to read with its vivid details presented in wonderfully lush descriptive passages. By focusing specifically on a handful of characters, you manage to ensure that the story is not too bogged down in historical details, which could be distracting. The book is well-organized and obviously well thought out. The plot, which is excellent, flows organically from one event to the next, toward the natural conclusion. It's especially interesting how Daniel and Jerry's lives parallel each other throughout the book. The dialogue is so well done. You do an excellent job of capturing the nuances of the characters' speech and their accents. Additionally, you do well at making the dialogue realistic to the characters. For the most part, it seems that each character would naturally say whatever it is you have written for them. Very nicely done! Mr. Cook: I'm the person at WritersLiterary responsible for reviewing your manuscript. I just finished -- and feel compelled to tell you that I think you have a SUPERB writing style, and I love your prose. Russell (Brooklyn, NY)

Download or read book Depression Other Magic Tricks written by Sabrina Benaim and published by Button Poetry. This book was released on 2020-07-26 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 2017 Goodreads Choice Awards - Best Poetry Book Runner-Up Depression & Other Magic Tricks is the debut book by Sabrina Benaim, one of the most-viewed performance poets of all time, whose poem "Explaining My Depression to My Mother" has become a cultural phenomenon with over 50,000,000 views. Depression & Other Magic Tricks explores themes of mental health, love, and family. It is a documentation of struggle and triumph, a celebration of daily life and of living. Andrea Gibson, author of Lord of the Butterflies writes "I read this book on a day I couldn't get out of bed and it made me feel like I had a friend in the world...Simply put, this book disappears loneliness."

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Download or read book Hands Free Mama written by Rachel Macy Stafford and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2014-01-07 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the power, joy, and love of living a present, authentic, and intentional life despite a world full of distractions. If technology is the new addiction, then multitasking is the new marching order. We check our email while cooking dinner, send a text while bathing the kids, and spend more time looking into electronic screens than into the eyes of our loved ones. With our never-ending to-do lists and jam-packed schedules, it's no wonder we're distracted. But this isn't the way it has to be. Special education teacher, New York Times bestselling author, and mother Rachel Macy Stafford says enough is enough. Tired of losing track of what matters most in life, Rachel began practicing simple strategies that enabled her to momentarily let go of largely meaningless distractions and engage in meaningful soul-to-soul connections. Finding balance doesn't mean giving up all technology forever. And it doesn't mean forgoing our jobs and responsibilities. What it does mean is seizing the little moments that life offers us to engage in real and meaningful interaction. In these pages, Rachel guides you through how to: Acknowledge the cost of your distraction Make purposeful connection with your family Give your kids the gift of your undivided attention Silence your inner critic Let go of the guilt from past mistakes And move forward with compassion and gratefulness So join Rachel and go hands-free. Discover what happens when you choose to open your heart--and your hands--to the possibilities of each God-given moment.

Download or read book Criminally Insane The Series written by Douglas Clegg and published by Alkemara Press. This book was released on 2015-12-11 with total page 781 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From New York Times bestselling author Douglas Clegg, a three-book box set of the complete Criminally Insane series. In southern California, the Darden State Hospital for Criminal Justice is packed with sociopaths and murderers. And sometimes, they escape… Includes the full-length novels: Book 1: Bad Karma “Escape me? Never…” – Beautiful but deadly Agnes Hatcher is the most ruthless sociopathic killer that the hospital for criminal justice has ever known. And she wants out – now. From award-winning novelist Douglas Clegg comes a fast-paced suspense thriller of heart-pounding terror set along the Southern California coast. Book 2: Red Angel A relentless killer has struck again — and the innocent victims are found with bird wings around their neck. Called the Red Angel killer — and terrifying southern California residents — he is hunted by rookie cop Jane Laymon and Trey Campbell. Book 3: Night Cage Douglas Clegg brings us back to the terrifying corridors of the Darden State Hospital for Criminal Justice. As fires rage in the hills above the hospital, Bloody Mary and her son “Doc” are on a murdering rampage in southern California.

Download or read book Mama s Roses written by L. R. Ledford and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2005-09 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Set in Depression Era South Carolina, and seen through the eyes of ten year old Harry, Mama's Roses is the story of a loving family torn apart by tragedy.