Download or read book Hands Up written by Breanna J. McDaniel and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2019-01-22 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This triumphant picture book recasts a charged phrase as part of a black girl's everyday life--hands up for a hug, hands up in class, hands up for a high five--before culminating in a moment of resistance at a protest march. A young black girl lifts her baby hands up to greet the sun, reaches her hands up for a book on a high shelf, and raises her hands up in praise at a church service. She stretches her hands up high like a plane's wings and whizzes down a hill so fast on her bike with her hands way up. As she grows, she lives through everyday moments of joy, love, and sadness. And when she gets a little older, she joins together with her family and her community in a protest march, where they lift their hands up together in resistance and strength.

Download or read book Brave Breanna written by Shelby Lentz and published by . This book was released on 2021-07-17 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the story of Breanna. Breanna is quite an exceptional 8 year old. She loves singing, movies, and princess dresses, and everywhere she goes, she takes her million-dollar smile with her. One day, she notices her body doing things she doesn't expect or understand. After a trip to the doctors, she learns that she is living with Juvenile Huntington's Disease, a genetic condition affecting the brain. Rather than letting it get her down, Breanna shows everyone just what it means to be a positive force in the world. Join her as she teaches the people around her what it really means to be brave, and helps them to find their smile even when it seems like nothing is going their way.

Download or read book Lou written by Breanna Carzoo and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2022-06-28 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Don't miss this humorous and heartwarming picture book by debut creator Breanna Carzoo about an unlikely everyday hero: a fire hydrant! Perfect for fans of The Good Egg and The Bad Seed. Meet Lou. Lou has an important job . . . as the neighborhood toilet for dogs on their walks. Useful as he may be, he gets the feeling that deep down inside, there might be more to him than that. He just doesn't seem to know exactly what yet. When disaster strikes, will Lou find out what he's made of and save the day? From debut creator Breanna Carzoo comes a charming and funny story that reminds us to never let anyone--including yourself--hold you back from sharing your gifts with the world. Kids will fall in love with Lou and his journey of self-discovery as he saves the day from a fire that breaks out in an apartment building nearby. You'll never be able to look at a fire hydrant the same way again!

Download or read book In The Beat of the Moment written by Breanna Lynn and published by Breanna Lynn Productions. This book was released on 2021-09-21 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Love is friendship set on fire...so what do you call it when you fall for your enemy? Meredith Most people have never met the real me. No one needs to when I’m their favorite party girl. The one person everyone wants, but the one heart that can’t be tempted. I’ve worked so hard to establish my footloose facade that even I’m starting to believe it. So why can’t I stop thinking about Nick Rhodes? Nick The smart me would turn and run the moment he laid eyes on Meredith Pryce. The strong me would walk away from her as easily as I do every other woman. But the first kiss makes me dumb. The second kiss makes me weak. The third kiss makes me certain… Being with Meredith for one night won’t do it. Maybe not even two. But every night after the first is a chance to break each other’s hearts. The only question is which one of us will do it first. In The Beat of the Moment is the second book in the Heart Beats series. If you like guarded heroes, charismatic heroines, and off the charts chemistry, you don't want to miss the next HEA in Breanna Lynn's debut series.

Download or read book Impossible Moon written by Breanna J. McDaniel and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-06-14 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mable goes on an impossible quest to the moon hoping that will cure her beloved Grana, and is aided by constellations associated with African and African American history along the way. Includes brief descriptions of the constellations mentioned, and a note on the myth or history associated with each.

Download or read book Becoming Brianna written by Terri Libenson and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2020-05-05 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York Times bestseller! Terri Libenson returns with another endearing, relatable story of friendship and finding confidence. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Jennifer L. Holm. Middle school is full of challenges. Everyone knows how much brainy Bri likes the spotlight (not). So why did she ever agree to something that forces her to learn a new language, give a speech, help organize a party, and juggle drama at school and home?! As the big event inches closer, Bri wonders if it’s all worth it. . . . Told in alternating past and present chapters, Bri’s heartwarming story unfolds over the eight months leading up to her bat mitzvah—as well as over the course of the big day itself. Plus don't miss Terri Libenson's Invisible Emmie, Positively Izzy, and Just Jaime!

Download or read book The Cabin written by Brenda Williams and published by Page Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2019-09-19 with total page 89 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kristoff, a gatekeeper from Atlantis, has lived among humans for a very long time without finding his destined mate. He needs her power in order to open the gate. He had felt the moment she was born into the world, and now that she has matured into an adult, her power has grown. She is starting to appear to him in his dreams, and now finally, she appeared to him in his study as flesh and blood. It's finally time for him to make her his, no matter what. Breanna is supposed to marry Zachary in a few weeks, but she's dreaming about another man whom she has never met. Time away from everyone should give her time to think before she ruins her life. The cabin came to mind, and Breanna headed there without thought. After getting settled in, Breanna takes a relaxing bath and immediately starts dreaming of the man again, but this time, she finally sees his face clearly, and he even says her name, causing her to wake up. This can't be a dream.

Download or read book What Can t Be Seen written by Brianna Labuskes and published by Thomas & Mercer. This book was released on 2022-05-24 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A brilliant psychologist faces the secrets and lies of her own dark past in a shocking novel of suspense by the Washington Post and Amazon Charts bestselling author of A Familiar Sight. "Gretchen...What have you done?" Psychologist and criminologist Dr. Gretchen White, top consultant for the Boston PD, has solved countless cases--but never her own. Since the age of eight, she has lived her life thinking she killed her aunt. After all, she was found standing over the body, clutching a bloody knife. Most people, including Detective Patrick Shaughnessy, believe the little sociopath got away with murder. Thirty years later, Detective Lauren Marconi wants to prove them wrong. When plucking at the threads of the past unravels a decades-old case tied to the White family, both Lauren and Gretchen grapple with the question, What if Gretchen really is guilty? As old secrets come to light and Gretchen's lifelong grip on her darkest impulses threatens to erode, Shaughnessy is there watching, waiting for her to lose control one more time. Everyone thinks they know what happened that night. But the truth is beyond what anyone imagines--even Gretchen herself.

Download or read book Crystal and Breanna written by Barbara Mowry and published by Outskirts Press. This book was released on 2015-02-18 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eleven-year-old Crystal Black makes a startling and potentially life-changing find while riding her horse on her mother's farm in Vermont. This heralds the beginning of a summer full of adventure and discovery for her and her best friend, Breanna – one that will test every ounce of the girls’ physical, psychological, and emotional strength as they work together to solve the secrets just beginning to unravel on the property. The Secret of Blackridge Farm is the heartfelt story of two girls discovering the true meaning of friendship and community citizenship. Age-related tensions throw chaos into their lives, however, and cause them to appear destined to lose their friendship before it ever has a chance to take off. Only a tragic accident leads the girls, their families, and townsfolk to discover the true secret of Blackridge Farm.

Download or read book Love Like Jesus written by Judah Smith and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2013-06-03 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winning Souls Starts With Loving People Christian evangelism has too often focused on "winning souls" to the exclusion of meeting real, everyday needs. Yet Jesus' earthly ministry followed a different pattern: He reached for people on the margins. He touched people no one else would touch. He spoke hope to people consumed by despair. And as the Lord extended Himself in compassion to meet the needs of the sick, the lost, and the hopeless, people turned their hearts to Him. Love Like Jesus will help you follow Jesus' pattern for changing lives. You will learn the importance of placing your confidence in Him alone, of staying faithful through seasons of unfruitfulness, of facing your fears with courage, and much more. Most of all, you will catch a vision of God's unfathomable love for every person, and get the tools you need to share it with people in need of a Savior.

Download or read book The Clan Destined written by D. L. Moore and published by . This book was released on 2013-05 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A series based on the "what if" notion that your emotions have the power to physically manifest themselves. What would happen if your anger got the better of you? Would you blow up a building? What if your sadness became tangible? Would the masses around you cease to want to exist, or would the sky darken and rain down your tears? Our emotions are often considered the fuel for our passions, but what if our empathy was the conduit that made such extraordinary feats possible? Imagine a world that entertained such a notion. Lince Breeze, a young man born in our world with an unusual birthright, gets pulled into the aged, scarred world of Aveana. A place wrought by heartache, war, and mystery. Lince searches for the kidnapped love of his life, only to find out what it means to truly be his father's son.

Download or read book Sky Ropes written by Sondra Soderborg and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2023-07-11 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For fans of The War That Saved My Life and Wolf Hollow, this fast-paced and unforgettable story follows one girl's journey to overcome her trauma, discover what friendship really means, and learn that being brave is not always about being fearless. Breanna is certain of a few things: She is strong, tough, and the greatest prankster in her entire district. She doesn't need to meet new people, not when she already has amazing friends like Pascale and Niraj. And she WILL NOT be ascending Sky Ropes—the highest ropes course in the state—at her school's required teambuilding camp. No, she's not afraid of heights! Breanna is determined to get through the week of camp as quickly as possible, while planning the most epic prank and avoiding even thinking of the Sky Ropes. And as the week progresses, Breanna can't help loving her time in nature, fostering a rivalry with the other competitive softball pitcher, and bonding with the other kids. But as much as she likes to pretend that she isn't afraid of anything, Breanna knows that, come Friday, she will have to face the Sky Ropes—and with it, the fear deeply tied to memories of her father's abuse that she has been fighting to push away. Emotionally rich and tumultuously paced, Sondra Soderborg's debut novel is a story about opening yourself up to new possibilities, understanding what it means to be a true friend, encountering the most difficult truths about your own self, and finding self-acceptance within darkness. COMPELLING PORTRAIT OF ONE GIRL’S RESILIENCE AND STRENGTH: With poignant storytelling and a genuine voice, Sondra Soderborg conveys a main character with compelling struggles. Readers will relate to Breanna's internal battles while cheering for her during tense moments and reflecting on her moments of clarity through the end. LOVEABLE CHARACTERS: Readers will love the diverse array of characters each with their own struggles. Personalities clash and feelings overlap in a way that is true to the pre-teen experience. It's a wonderfully nuanced portrayal of tweens that real kids will recognize right away, and that will trigger long-forgotten memories for anyone lucky enough to have survived camp. TIMELESS STORY: With a classic summer camp setting and fun characters, this book offers an engaging narrative kids will enjoy and evokes a sense of nostalgia parents and teachers will love recommending. POWERFUL AND RELEVANT: The abuse the main character undergoes at home is explored here subtly and authentically, steeped in the first-hand witnessing the author has done in her time as a child advocate and prison teacher. AUTHENTIC TO THE CORE: In the tradition of Drama or Real Friends, this book makes you want to keep turning page after page. Readers of all ages will respond to the authenticity running under the fast-paced plot, making this a novel that will be meaningful for a lot of kids. Perfect for: Readers who love strong characters Fans of action and adventure stories, books about friendship, and books set at camp Fans of literary books for kids Parents and caregivers seeking resources to help kids talk about anxiety, abuse, and fear Librarians and educators looking for subtle issue books Fans of Kimberly Brubaker Bradley, Rebecca Stead, and Lauren Wolk

Download or read book Sex and Stigma written by Sarah Jane Blithe and published by NYU Press. This book was released on 2019-01-15 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An intimate and original look at the lives of Nevada’s legal sex workers through the voices of current and former employees, brothel owners, madams, and local law enforcement The state of Nevada is the only jurisdiction in the United States where prostitution is legal. Wrapped in moral judgments about sexual conduct and shrouded in titillating intrigue, stories about Nevada’s legal brothels regularly steal headlines. The stigma and secrecy pervading sex work contribute to experiences of oppression and unfair labor practices for many legal prostitutes in Nevada. Sex and Stigma engages with stories of women living and working in these “hidden” organizations to interrogate issues related to labor rights, secrecy, privacy, and discrimination in the current legal brothel system. Including interviews with current and former legal sex workers, brothel owners, madams, local police, and others, Sex and Stigma examines how widespread beliefs about the immorality of selling sexual services have influenced the history and laws of legal brothel prostitution. With unique access to a difficult-to-reach population, the authors privilege the voices of brothel workers throughout the book as they reflect on their struggles to engage in their communities, conduct business, maintain personal relationships, and transition out of the industry. Further, the authors examine how these brothels operate like other kinds of legal entities, and how individuals contend with balancing work and non-work commitments, navigate work place cultures, and handle managerial relationships. Sex and Stigma serves as a resource on the policies guiding legal prostitution in Nevada and provides an intimate look at the lived experiences of women performing sex work.

Download or read book Breanna s Wedded Bliss Contemporary steamy romance Wedding written by Tamara Earthsong and published by Michelle Poirier. This book was released on 2024-05-19 with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The day is finally here. Breanna is marrying the man she loves and gaining her freedom at last. If she and Jeremy can jump through all the hurdles her family has set for them, that is. It will be an exhausting day, but to keep Jeremy by her side, she'll do anything she needs to. Her family has kept her in isolation for twenty-nine years now and she can't keep living like that. She can't. Breanna and Jeremy have been working toward winning her freedom for years now, and they won't let this chance to get it and show their love to the entire city slip from their fingers. Thankfully, their friends are there to help them along the way. ********** Trigger warnings: Breanna's family is awful, and I mean awful. You will be angry at them from the very first line of the book. But their hold on Breanna is slipping.

Download or read book Deadlock written by Al Lacy and published by Multnomah. This book was released on 2009-08-18 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Zarbo brothers are seasoned outlaws with a reputation for killing. Already wanted in two states, they set their sights on Colorado and a string of bank robberies. They don’t count on running into Chief U.S. Marshal John Brockman. John arrests Lee Zarbo, but his brothers remain in hiding. Lee’s sentence to death by hanging incites them to desperate measures. They’ll do anything to get him out alive. Even kidnap the Chief U.S. Marshal’s daughter. When John learns of his young daughter’s captivity and the conditions for her release, he must turn to the Lord for direction. It takes all the faith he can muster to wait for the answer. Without freeing a dangerous criminal, can John find Ginny before they kill her?

Download or read book Getting Out Of Ohio written by Samantha Livingston and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2014-01-30 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Amie Davis had a wonderful life. She lived on a farm surrounded by her loving Father and the serenity of small town Montana. She had married the love of her life when she turned twenty and they planned to raise a family and spend the rest of their lives together. Fate, or rather a jealous ex-farm hand of her Father's had other plans though. Not long after sharing a beautiful wedding day with the love of her life, Joe, Amie is threatened by Jeremy Phillips, A man with a deadly infatuation with her, to leave the life she loved to go away with him far away from Montana. As she is faced with the possibility of losing everything she holds dear forever, Amie discovers that she is pregnant. Amie is then forced to deliver and raise her child almost completely on her own, aided only by a kind store keeper named Charlie Thompkins. It is not until her child, Breanna is close to turning five-years-old that Joe stumbles upon them accidentally in a small town in Ohio. A gripping tale of love, courage, and perseverance.

Download or read book Queen of Ashes written by D.L. Snow and published by Wolf Street Press. This book was released on 2020-09-14 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The exciting first book in Dragon Curse Chronicles – Queen of Ashes – by USA Today Bestselling Author, D.L. Snow Slaying dragons is her only purpose in life… As the lone survivor of a kingdom decimated by dragons, Breanna of the House Moray has one mission…to slay every last fire-breathing piece of filth left on the continent. Five years later and Bre is making good on that vow, until the day she meets the biggest beast she’s ever seen. Unfortunately, a failed attempt to slay the monster leaves Bre half-dead on the doorstep of Lorent Castle, home of Prince Cahill. All Cahill needs to assume the throne is one simple thing: a wife. Oh, and she must be virtuous wife as well as of noble blood. The problem is, every eligible woman has failed the test of purity concocted by the regent as a ruse to keep Cahill from the throne. Thus, he vows that the next maiden to cross his threshold will be his bride and when Breanna appears—injured and reeking of dragon dung—Cahill sees her as his last chance to step into his birthright. Breanna couldn’t be less interested in marriage. It doesn’t matter that Cahill is the strongest man she’s ever met, nor that he—on occasion—makes her smile and forget her past. Damn him! None of that matters because Bre’s got a date with a dragon and as soon as she’s fully recovered, she intends to hunt the beast down and thrust her sword straight through its pea-sized brain. However, after fighting by Cahill's side to repel a dragon attack, Bre finds herself seeing him differently and wanting him in ways she’s never wanted a man before. However, wanting and marrying are two very different things and Breanna has no intention of giving up her freedom. Not to Cahill, not to anyone.