Lift Your Voice
Lift Your Voice

Author: Angela Harrelson

Publisher: Post Hill Press

Published: 2022-02-08

Total Pages: 172

ISBN-13: 1637583389

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Angela Harrelson grew up poor, one of thirteen brothers and sisters raised in a shack in the North Carolina woods. She was first in her family to go to college, first to be commissioned in the military, and first to have a career as a professional nurse. Along the way, she and her family were exposed to the harshest forms of racism—from her childhood riding the school bus with white children who made the Black kids stand, to racist commanding officers in the Air Force who told her they wanted her to fail. Nothing stopped Angela, and nothing removed the hope in her heart that America could learn to stop hating people based on the color of their skin. This is the story of George Floyd’s aunt, Angela Harrelson, and how, after being suddenly thrust into the spotlight, she went on a quest to make sure her nephew did not die in vain. Lift Your Voice is a memoir of faith, hope, and bravery, of what we all—Black and white—need to do to eradicate racism from our society. It’s a story of tragic loss and a worldwide uprising to ensure Perry’s death ushers society into a time where people are no longer judged, hated, or killed because of the color of their skin.

Preylute
Preylute

Author: Daniel Stabler

Publisher: Abbott Press

Published: 2013-06

Total Pages: 377

ISBN-13: 1458210421

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In this world, there are beings who are more than humans those who live in the shadows and thrive on blood and fear. In the darkness, a battle rages between the vampires and their sworn enemies, the Preylutes, the abominations created when vampires breed with werewolves. The vampires consider the half-breeds to be a threat to their way of life and have vowed to destroy them all. The Preylutes in turn fight to defend themselves but a Preylute named John, seeking neither to kill nor go to war, leaves home in search of others like himself. Meanwhile, in the world of humans, one man bears a horrible destiny, unknown even to himself. Lucas, a businessman, finds his life ripped apart when he first transitions. Desperate for understanding, he fights a war of his own with his own body and his fate. He is surrounded by people he loves, and yet the drive to slaughter is so strong that it may overwhelm him. He meets a young woman who is targeted by the vampires and vows to protect her. When Lucas encounters John, the two work together to put an end to the ongoing violence and horror. They take a stand to fight against both the vampires and the werewolves, to stop the bloodshed once and for all. But are the hopes of two enough to change the future for all?

The Jefe's Curse. Life is a Story - story.one
The Jefe's Curse. Life is a Story - story.one

Author: Theophilus Kofi Appiah

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2024-09-02

Total Pages: 81

ISBN-13: 3711553389

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The Jefe's Curse is a murder mystery that presents readers with a compelling narrative. The chief of a prominent corporation was found murdered in his office. When the investigation team arrived, the cold body of Jack Robinson was discovered on the floor, and there were no bloodstains. The firm's staff was promptly assembled in the main hall of the multimillion-dollar company. However, during the process, five people got stuck in an elevator. This included the boss's daughter, whom the boss was unaware was employed in his company; his beloved son, a possible successor of the corporation; his favorite sister, who has been his right-hand since the company's meteoric rise and also a potential successor of the corporation; Jack's long-employed secretary; and a policeman responsible for transporting the company's personnel down the stairs. Which of them is most to blame?

The Long Knives
The Long Knives

Author: Irvine Welsh

Publisher: Random House

Published: 2022-08-25

Total Pages: 325

ISBN-13: 1529193710

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The highly-anticipated second instalment in the CRIME trilogy, now a hit TV Series In Edinburgh, Detective Inspector Ray Lennox is investigating a brutal crime... Ritchie Gulliver MP is dead. Castrated and left to bleed in an empty Leith warehouse. Vicious, racist and corrupt, many thought he had it coming. But nobody could have predicted this. After the life Gulliver has led, the suspects are many - corporate rivals, political opponents, the countless groups he's offended. And the vulnerable and marginalised, who bore the brunt of his cruelty. As Lennox unravels the truth, and the list of shocking attacks grows, he must put his personal feelings aside. But one question refuses to go away: who are the real victims here? 'Sharp, fearless, passionate and brilliant' Independent 'An ingeniously plotted and propulsive thriller' Literary Review

My Life: Cursed or Blessed?
My Life: Cursed or Blessed?

Author: Karla Johnson

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2013-04-24

Total Pages: 483

ISBN-13: 1475979029

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Graduated High School in 1971, three months pregnant. I left my mothers house with my Fianc. The only thing I took with me were the clothes on my back, the things I read in books, the things my Grandmother taught me which mainly involved cooking and cleaning, the Bible quotes and old folks tales my Grandmother used to say over and over, the few things my mother taught me during her brief and few periods of time into my life, and also a very special gift from God, which was the ability to play any musical instrument I chose to play. I thought I was grown and knew everything. What I didn't know was although I was very smart, I was also very naive. I got married in 1972 and had another baby in 1974. I worked for a police department from 1977 to 1985. I was in the Army National Guard from 1979 to 1985. So many unbelievable things happened to me during that time, both good and bad. So many more bad things happened than good that I started to think my life was cursed for some reason. It started to happen so much that finally I did not want to live any longer.

This Is the Place
This Is the Place

Author: Margot Kahn

Publisher: Seal Press

Published: 2017-11-14

Total Pages: 265

ISBN-13: 1580057586

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A thought-provoking collection of personal essays about home What makes a home? What do equality, safety, and politics have to do with it? And why is it so important to us to feel like we belong? In this collection, 30 women writers explore the theme in personal essays about neighbors, marriage, kids, sentimental objects, homelessness, domestic violence, solitude, immigration, gentrification, geography, and more. Contributors -- including Amanda Petrusich, Naomi Jackson, Jane Wong, and Jennifer Finney Boylan -- lend a diverse range of voices to this subject that remains at the core of our national conversations. Engaging, insightful, and full of hope, This is the Place will make you laugh, cry, and think hard about home, wherever you may find it. "This collection, encompassing a spectrum of races, ethnicities, religions, sexualities, political beliefs and classes, could not be timelier . . . open this book, hear its chorus of voices and remember that we are a nation of individuals, bound to each other by our humanity." -- The New York Times Book Review " . . . an honest portrait of the U.S., pieced together like an imperfect American quilt. We need more books like this." -- BUST

The Prince Within
The Prince Within

Author: Daisy Rodriguez

Publisher: Dorrance Publishing

Published: 2019-05-08

Total Pages: 123

ISBN-13: 1480992380

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The Prince Within By: Daisy Rodriguez At sixteen, Yamaries has already lost both her parents when she faces a new tragedy. Now she’s being visited by a demon from another dimension. But who is truly good or truly evil? Maybe the line isn’t always clear. Drawn into an ancient battle, Yamaries and her aunt must fight to protect their family.

Life Doesn't have to be a Sentence
Life Doesn't have to be a Sentence

Author: Dara Hearold

Publisher: Balboa Press

Published: 2022-08-11

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13:

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Their book unfolds the powerful story of Brian’s journey from prison to transforming his life by taking full responsibility for his choices and actions. Through his story, Brian emphasizes that, despite difficult circumstances, making good decisions is always possible. His transformation is a testament to the power of accountability and the impact of positive choices. Brian’s journey further transformed when he reconnected with Dara, a grade school sweetheart. Their reunion blossomed into a unique friendship and partnership rooted in trust, communication, mutual respect, and a beautiful love story. United with a shared vision of creating non-judgmental spaces and communities, Brian and Dara began speaking and sharing their stories to inspire others. Together their work extends to mentoring and volunteering, embodying their commitment to positive impact. Brian and Dara Hearold’s story is about; resilience, redemption, and the enduring power of good choices. They aim to inspire readers to take control of their lives, make better decisions, and believe in the possibility of positive change.