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The Last Empress of France: The Rebellious Life of Eugénie de Montijo
By Petie Kladstrup, Evelyne Resnick. 2025
The dramatic untold story of Eugénie de Montijo, the woman who created haute couture, fought for women&’s rights, opened France&’s…
schools to girls and ruled the country as its last empress, yet today remains almost unknown. Although a nineteenth-century woman, her almost twenty-first-century outlook was key to the creation of modern France. Viewed frequently as a mere &“ornament of the throne&” of her husband, Emperor Napoléon III, this Spanish-born aristocrat proved to be almost as fiery as her red hair, fighting against institutional limitations, establishing innovations in childcare and women&’s health, scientific research and education, battling anti-Semitism and &“sex prejudice,&” all the while displaying a political acumen so sharp that her husband gave her sole control of the government during his absences and consulted her daily when he was home. But the triumphs and glamour of her life were coupled with heartbreak and tragedy. This first definitive American biography of Eugénie restores her far-reaching legacy to history.
Women Who Dared Volume 2 brings readers 52 MORE incredible stories of daredevils and adventurers from around the world for…
readers of all ages. Celebrate and be inspired by the amazing, outrageous stories of women!Women have been doing amazing, daring, and dangerous things for years, yet they're rarely mentioned in our history books as adventurers. This sequel of short biographies features women throughout history who have risked their lives for adventure—some of whom you may know, many of whom you may not know, but all of whom you'll WANT to know, like:Katherine Cheung, the first Chinese woman to obtain an international flying licenseLaura Dekker, the youngest person to sail around the world single-handedlyKatharina Paulus, an exhibition parachute jumper and the inventor of the first collapsible parachute
When you're ready: A love story
By Kareem Rosser. 2025
This unforgettable and "beautifully written" ( The Seattle Times ) memoir explores first love, unthinkable loss, and the toll of…
grief. Kareem Rosser and Lee Lee Jones were young, beautiful, and deeply in love. Their love was a real-world romance that felt like a fairy tale: Kareem was raised in the Bottom—one of the most impoverished neighborhoods in Philadelphia—while Lee Lee was raised in the wealth of the Pennsylvania suburbs. The world was at their feet, a lifetime of joy and adventure ahead of them. But their love story was interrupted by a devastating accident, which almost cost Lee Lee her life, and destroyed every plan and dream that Lee Lee and Kareem had made together. In the months and years that follow, while Lee Lee struggles to heal, Kareem is crippled by ambiguous grief, for the woman that he loves and for the future he imagined for them both. In the space between debilitating depression and bursts of anxiety, he's forced to finally face his demons: his tumultuous childhood, his latent mental health issues, the murders of his older brother and his best friend, and a life constantly lived in the grip of panic and fear. "Relatable, powerful, and transformative" ( Booklist , starred review), When You're Ready is a narrative that honors love in all its forms: first love, parental love, renewed love, and, most importantly, self-love. With notes on unresolved loss and second chances, it's a story that will grab you by the heartstrings and uplift your soul
The grieving body: How the stress of loss can be an opportunity for healing
By Mary-Frances O'Connor. 2025
The follow-up to celebrated grief expert, neuroscientist, and psychologist Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor's The Grieving Brain focuses on the impact of…
grief—and life's other major stressors—on the human body. Coping with death and grief is one of the most painful human experiences. While we can speak to the psychological and emotional ramifications of loss and sorrow, we often overlook its impact on our physical bodies. Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor specializes in the study of grief, and in The Grieving Body she shares vital scientific research, revealing imperative new insights on its profound physiological impact. As she did in The Grieving Brain, O'Connor combines illuminating studies and personal stories to explore the toll loss takes on our cardiovascular, endocrine, and immune systems and the larger implications for our long-term well-being. The Grieving Body addresses questions about how bereavement affects us, such as: Can we die of a broken heart? What happens in our bodies when we're grieving? How do our coping behaviors affect our physical health? What is the cognitive impact of grief? Why are we more prone to illness during times of enormous stress? and more Research-backed, warm, and empathetic, The Grieving Body is an essential, hopeful read for those experiencing loss as well as their supportive friends and family
Poussière d'été: roman
By Joanie Boutin. 2024
Maëllie, dix-huit ans, a été victime d’un grave accident de la route dans lequel elle a perdu sa meilleure amie.…
Depuis, elle ne se reconnaît plus. Pour échapper à la sollicitude étouffante de ses parents et oublier son angoissant retour au cégep, la jeune femme décide de passer l’été chez sa grand-mère, dans un village côtier du Maine. Sur place, elle fait la rencontre d’un groupe de garçons qui ignorent tout de sa tragédie. Au bord de la mer, entourée de ses nouveaux amis, et d’un certain Oliver avec qui elle noue des liens plus étroits, Maëllie se reconstruit peu à peu. Mais les événements passés, surtout ceux auxquels elle n’a jamais voulu faire face, refusent d’être réduits au silence.
God's Strength for Hard Times
By Billy Graham. 2024
Take hold of God's strength to carry you through the hard seasons and storms of life.&“Life has its share of…
joys and laughter—but we also know life's road is often very rough. Temptations assail us; people disappoint us; illness and age weaken us; tragedies and sorrows ambush us; evil and injustice overpower us. As long as we look only at circumstances, life will be very hard, but when we depend upon His strength and guidance, God will bring peace in the midst of the storms.&” —Billy GrahamWhen you feel weak or discouraged, you don't have to face your problems alone! There is infinite power and support awaiting you in Jesus. In this beautiful book filled with inspiring photography, God's Strength for Hard Times draws on the words of Billy Graham and the Bible to offer you comfort and hope.This book is perfect for you or someone you love who is:Going through a difficult seasonDealing with grief, loneliness, or lossLooking for a stronger faith, a more-focused purpose, or contentmentNeeding encouragement as they face the unknown No matter what challenges or uncertainties you're experiencing, God's strength is available to you. With these encouraging reminders from beloved evangelist and author Billy Graham, and with a foreword from his son, Franklin Graham, God's Strength for Hard Times will comfort your spirit and lead you to a hopeful future.
Having your trust broken can be life-altering, but it doesn&’t have to be life-ruining. New York Times bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst knows…
what it&’s like to struggle with trust issues. In The Trust Journey, she walks alongside you and shows you what to do when you're skeptical of others, doubtful of your own discernment, and afraid of what God will allow next. Through these pages, she offers practical advice and biblical wisdom so you can heal from past betrayals and find new strength and resilience.The Trust Journey is a full-color, guided companion to help you explore your personal trust issues and unpack crucial concepts from I Want to Trust You, but I Don't. Lysa is also sensitive to the fact that distrust is sometimes the wisest choice to make in some relationships, but it shouldn't be the only choice we make in all of our relationships. It's time to know the joy of moving into new seasons with fresh hope and better tools to build and keep healthier relationships.Because I Want to Trust You, but I Don't is a book that needs to be processed and not just read, Lysa intentionally created this resource for you to be prayerful, self-reflective, and honest with yourself and God. Throughout the interactive portions of this journal, you will:Recognize when a fractured relationship can and cannot be repairedUnderstand what you need in your relationships to feel safe enough to trustIdentify which of the eleven relational red flags are stirring up distrustWrestle through your questions around why God allows hard things to happenUnpack the physical, emotional, and neurological impact of the betrayals you've experiencedReestablish confidence in your own discernment and start healing from the inside out Each chapter includes:Journaling questions—Lysa will ask specific questions to help you reflect, explore, process, write about, and implement what you're learning.An experiential response—an out-of-the-box, creative exercise for dealing with trust issues.Key quotes from the book and fresh insights from Lysa to help you further unpack the message.Bible verses—wisdom from God's Word.A hope-filled playlist—worship songs chosen to accompany your journaling or worship.Guided prayers—short prayers from Lysa to get you started in giving everything you're struggling with over to God.Beautiful and inspiring photos that are personally meaningful to Lysa.
Discover the secret of how to let go of the restlessness in your heart so you can feel true fulfillment.If…
only I didn't feel so burned out.If only I wasn't so lonely.If only I wasn't so concerned about impressing others.If only I had that job.If only this relationship was different.We all dream about how if one thing was different in our lives it would finally make us content. But once we get the very thing we wished for, we are still left wanting more. Is it even possible to feel peaceful and satisfied in life?Wishing for "more" in life usually leaves you feeling unfulfilled and anxious--especially when we realize that more will never be enough. In The Secret to Complete Contentment beloved Bible teacher and bestselling author Jack Countryman offers Bible verses and 60 thoughtful reflections to reveal why living in the love of Jesus is the only way to know true, lasting contentment. In these pages you'll discover:The freedom that comes from finding contentment apart from circumstancesWhy you can rest--physically, spiritually, and emotionally--in God's abundant loveHow to strengthen your trust in who God is and how He provides for you The Secret to Complete Contentment is an ideal gift for:Anyone struggling to overcome anxiety, envy, or discouragementNew Christians and faith seekersThose transitioning into a new phase of life: a new school, an empty nest, or even retirementFriends or family looking for a simple yet powerful daily devotional to help them find happiness As you journey through this beautiful devotional, you will learn to let go of the restlessness that comes from trying to find contentment outside God's love and instead find true peace as you live at the center of His will. Although the world may promise that you can have everything you want, only God can give everything you need. The Secret to Complete Contentment reminds you that God so deeply longs for a relationship with you that He created you to be satisfied with nothing less than life with Him.
When We Talk to God: Prayers and Poems for Black Women
By Sharifa Stevens. 2025
These are prayers for your moments of gratitude and celebration. For your seasons of loss and waiting. For your days…
when prayers come, not in words but in groans. When We Talk to God, from poet-theologian Sharifa Stevens, captures the arc and the ache of our lives.A beautiful interweaving of artwork, prayers, and poems for Black women, this unique book encourages you to lift up your whole heart and loudest voice to God. And to tell Him about everything; nothing is off-limits. Sharifa's honest and powerful words express prayer and longing through personal experiences, biblical examples, and stunning imagery. When We Talk to God offers:An invitation to journey through honest lamentation and heartfelt joy to find greater peace in a turbulent worldPoems and prayers exploring topics from job interviews to grief, from braiding hair to feeling invisible, from parenting to dancingValidation and inspiration for Black women of faith, by a Black woman speaking from her life to yoursA relatable and authentic voice that frees you to present your own prayers and praises to the God who hears you, sees you, and loves youA beautiful gift idea for Mother's Day, Grandparents' Day, International Women's Day, spiritual anniversaries, and birthdays Ideal for Black women of any age and background, When We Talk to God is a balm to your spirit and soul as it urges you to go to God with all of who you are and with everything you can or cannot say.
In Our Suffering, Lord Be Near: Prayers of Hope for the Hurting
By Ben Locke. 2024
Find hope when your world is falling apart.Where do you turn in seasons of despair? What do you do when…
you don't know what to do?Hardship and adversity touch everyone--illness, grief, accidents, trauma, loneliness, relationship struggles, financial crises, sin, addiction, life stressors, and so much more can leave you feeling lost, hopeless, and isolated.You are not alone. When author Ben Locke was in his darkest valleys, he was determined to tell God exactly what he thought. He poured out his agony and anger--and was met with God's grace, love, forgiveness, and mercy. He discovered in those moments that God can handle it. All of it. And the prayers that poured out Ben's experience offer a road map for you to take your sorrows, grief, and troubles to God, knowing He will meet you in your time of suffering.In Our Suffering, Lord Be Near can be a light in the darkness if you ever:Feel like questioning, yelling at, doubting, or even denouncing GodWant to separate from the churchWonder if God is listening to your prayers and cares about your troublesDo not know what to do with your angerFear that life will be this way forever The psalm like prayers borne out of these experiences will meet you in your own moments of suffering. But they are more than prayers. They're cries for help and explosions of anger, mourning, weeping, grieving, celebrating, rejoicing, and praising. They're liturgies to heal your soul, balm for your wounds, and tender mercies for your heartache. This book will help you know that:God is with you, even if you don't feel Him or understand what is happeningGod offers you grace and mercy, no matter whatGod delivers you and gives you strength Let these words help you articulate your own sorrows, bring you to your knees, encourage you to confess your insufficiency, and express your most genuine emotions. In Our Suffering, Lord Be Near will help find hope in God when your world is falling apart. God can handle your suffering. So, tell Him.
Discover a new way to think about your grief and loss. Esteemed psychotherapist and bereavement counselor John Tsilimparis, MFT, shows…
you the ways grief and loss intertwine with beauty, tenderness, and human connection to empower you to build emotional resilience in a difficult world.What if you could flip the script on the pain in your life and learn how to cultivate purpose and joy—not after grief but during it, not despite hardship but because of it? What if you could find a type of magic in your tragedy? A way to understand your emotions and reframe your grief that opens you up rather than shuts you down?Drawing on his own story, scientific and philosophical evidence, the soothing effects of the arts and nature, and three decades of experience as a psychotherapist and grief counselor, John Tsilimparis offers a new take on adversity in The Magic in the Tragic. In these uncertain times, you'll be equipped to:Approach grief in an empowering wayAcquire the tools needed to develop emotional resiliencyAddress fear and uncertainty head-on rather than avoid itEmbrace difficult times without sugarcoating themAccess the unseen beauty of your deepest emotionsDiscover the healing power and belonging of music, art, and nature The Magic in the Tragic powerfully explores how the hardest things in life intersect purpose and meaning, splendor and connectedness. When you embrace the magic in your tragic seasons, you can step into the future with hope, knowing that even when grief comes, it comes with an invitation to new life.
The Gift of Heaven: Exploring Hope in the Life Beyond
By Charles F. Stanley. 2017
Find hope and reassurance during difficult times as you explore the amazing promise of heaven.Do you have questions about heaven?…
You're not alone. In The Gift of Heaven, Dr. Charles Stanley offers comfort and encouragement through biblically based insights, pulling back the curtain on the hope that all Christians have in heaven and the life that is to come.Through The Gift of Heaven:You will discover that God has traced the outlines of a lovely blueprint through His wordGain a deeper understanding of the hope that all Christians have in the promise of eternal lifeExplore difficult questions such as "What will heaven be like?", "How do I know I'll go to heaven?", and "Who will be in heaven?" Whether you're buying this for yourself or as a gift, inside you'll find:Gorgeous photography coupled with scriptures throughout that will inspire and encourage youA perfect gift for believers seeking to learn more about the hope that we have in God's gift of heaven Use The Gift of Heaven to take a moment to reflect on the life that is beyond this world and anticipate the greatest hope of all--the day you see the face of God and are welcomed into His fullness.Readers of Charles Stanley will also enjoy these other encouraging books:The Gift of PrayerThe Gift of JesusThe Gift of the CrossTrusting God with TodayGod's Purpose for Your LifeJesus, Our Perfect HopeEvery Day in His PresenceChristmas: A Gift for Every HeartFinding God's Blessings in BrokennessGod is in Control
Seasons of Sorrow: The Pain of Loss and the Comfort of God
By Tim Challies. 2022
An honest look at grief and fears, faith and hope. Combining personal narrative, sound theology, and beautiful writing, this is…
a book for anyone who has loved and lost.On November 3, 2020, Tim and Aileen Challies received the shocking news that their son Nick had died. A twenty-year-old student at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky, he had been participating in a school activity with his fiancée, sister, and friends, when he fell unconscious and collapsed to the ground.Neither students nor a passing doctor nor paramedics were able to revive him. His parents received the news at their home in Toronto and immediately departed for Louisville to be together as a family. While on the plane, Tim, an author and blogger, began to process his loss through writing.In Seasons of Sorrow, Tim shares real-time reflections from the first year of grief—through the seasons from fall to summer—introducing readers to what he describes as the &“ministry of sorrow.&”Seasons of Sorrow will benefit both those that are working through sorrow or those comforting others:See how God is sovereign over loss and that he is good in lossDiscover how you can pass through times of grief while keeping your faithLearn how biblical doctrine can work itself out even in life&’s most difficult situationsUnderstand how it is possible to love God more after loss than you loved him before
Find the comfort you need when your life feels like it is falling apart.Where do you turn to when you…
need hope, encouragement, and comfort during your most difficult times? God's Word is the best place to start.When you are faced with grief, pain, or loss it's often hard to find comfort and support. God's Promises® During Times of Trouble provides 50 topics of select biblical promises of comfort and hope during the difficulties that leave us needing healing and reassurance. Whether you're struggling with illness, loss, divorce, confusion, doubt, or any difficult situation that leaves you with a feeling of despair, the promises found in God's Word bring abundant encouragement, inspiration, and hope.A volume in the popular God's Promises® line of resources, this keepsake expanded edition features:Fifty topics covering a wide variety of issues affecting today's Christian such as loneliness, isolation, stress, anger, doubt, financial difficulties, marital problems, and many more.Hundreds of Bible verses (NKJV translation) specially collected to speak directly to you.Inspirational quotes from respected Christian authors.Key verses perfect for memorization and reflection.Reflection questions and journaling lines for applying biblical principles to your everyday challenges. Scripture is one of the most powerful tools for finding inspiration to uplift and nourish your heart and soul through life's most challenging times. And God's Promises® During Times of Trouble will help you lean on God's Word and find the hope you crave.
As you mourn the loss of a loved one, this collection of intimate personal reflections, Scripture, and heartfelt prayers from…
a fellow griever offers comfort and hope in the days, months, and beyond as you navigate life after loss.The funeral comes and goes, and you're forced to deal with the chasm your loved one left behind. But grief doesn't operate on a predictable timeline. You may find yourself somewhere you didn't expect—drowning, kicking, or screaming—long after your loss. You may feel unable to talk to others—or to God.In Reflections for the Grieving Soul, widower and author Mike Nappa comes alongside you in your saddest hour, offering support and empathy. He gives you words of Scripture to meditate on at whatever pace you need, personal reflections from his own grief after losing his beloved wife, Amy, and accessible prayers for when you don&’t know how or what to pray. This honest and moving collection offers:Comfort as you seek God in your griefUnderstanding about the regret, fear, and anger you may feelPowerful Bible verses to meet you in your loss and painHonest prayers to help you cry out to God Whether you've lost someone you love or know someone who is grieving, this comforting book is a balm for weary souls and a source of peace in the most difficult times.
Experience the peace your soul longs for.When left unchecked, our thoughts can spiral out of control. We try harder and…
worry more as we watch the headlines and fill our calendars. But only God can bring us the relief from anxiety that our souls long for. Even in difficult times, we can experience God's presence. Calm Your Anxious Mind offers you daily invitations to embrace the peacefulness God gives you no matter your circumstances.In Calm Your Anxious Mind, men and women will find:Inspiring and comforting Scripture versesQuotations about giving and receiving God's peacePrayer prompts and thoughtful reflections on trusting GodPractical ideas for living beyond anxietyInsights into triggers for anxiety With a topical table of contents, research-based strategies for easing an anxious mind, and continual reminders of God's love, this yearlong devotional will help you:Process and let go of anxiety about finances, politics, and illnessPractice mindfulness techniquesNurture body and soul with ideas you can implement immediatelyStay connected with those you love Calm Your Anxious Mind is a wonderful self-gift if you are feeling worried or stressed and looking for relief. This devotional is a beautiful and thoughtful gift for friends or family who are dealing with anxiety or uncertain times.Calm. Quiet. Settled. No matter what is happening in your life or around you, you can receive a spiritual peace that is beyond understanding. Find daily comfort and inspiration in this timely devotional designed to ease the anxieties of your heart and mind. With continual reminders of God's faithfulness, Calm Your Anxious Mind will help you find balance and wellness, experience the good, and let go of worry about the future.
Daughter of Apartheid
By Lindi Tardif. 2019
It&’s been two decades since the fall of apartheid, a quarter century since the liberation of Eastern European states, five…
decades since the death of American &“Jim Crow,&” and seventy-plus years since the beginning of the emancipation of the African states. Freedom has advanced, yet there are some Black people in South Africa, the United States, and other parts around the globe who question if it has advanced far enough and are embittered.I am a Black woman born to the racist apartheid regime of South Africa. My family suffered the slights of apartheid--petty and grand--as well as the poverty, degradation, street violence, lack of opportunity, and other ills of the system.Twenty years old when apartheid gave way to the Rainbow Nation, I have lived about half my life under that system. Those who came before me knew only separation and oppression, while those who followed were born to the idea that &“South Africa belongs to all who live in it&”. My generation--perhaps it&’s not really a generation, but rather a seven- to ten-year cohort--knows both. Therefore. My generation has a unique perspective on what happened then as well as what is happening now, on transitioning from restriction to freedom, on recognizing and celebrating progress, on pushing through negatives to embrace forgiveness, hope, and humanity, and on understanding the importance of choice.In telling my story, as well as the stories of some of my friends and teachers, I share my perspective on the issues I have grappled with--including choice, identity, forgiveness, and humanity--with those who are wrestling with similar issues in the United States, my adopted home country, and in South Africa, the country of my birth. Deprivation and marginalization are, after all, as hurtful and debilitating in inner city Baltimore as they are in Soweto, and making a deliberate decision to move forward in the face of either, or both, is always powerful, no matter what your address or particular circumstances.
We Go On: Finding Purpose in All of Life’s Sorrows and Joys
By John Onwuchekwa. 2021
Do you often ask the question "What is my purpose in life?" Rich with black-and-white photography, powerful stories, and life-changing reflections…
from the book of Ecclesiastes, We Go On, by pastor and entrepreneur John Onwuchekwa calls you to find the true answer to the question: Why am I here?In a world that encourages us to find meaning in temporary things, we long to know that who we are makes a difference after we're gone. This hope-filled exploration of this biblical book of wisdom turns our attention to what our true purpose is and how to let that purpose shape our relationships, careers, and life choices. Along with biblical insights, John Onwuchekwa weaves together meaningful challenges so that even from difficult beginnings, we can continue to trust God's path.In this book, you'll discover a more meaningful, fulfilling life as you explore themes such as:Work, wealth, and powerSexuality, social relationships, and justiceReligion and family Inspiring black-and-white photography paired with a modern cover makes this a perfect gift to give to men and women for holidays, graduations, birthdays, new jobs, or to anyone seeking a deeper relationship with God. We Go On will help men and women:Experience deeper peace in a changing worldSee biblical imagery in a fresh wayPersevere through difficult circumstancesFind new motivation for living with intention This unique book reminds you that deeper purpose is available as you look beyond your circumstances and find meaning in the God who never changes.
Tens of thousands of women and families every year lose a baby to miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death. The statistics…
are sobering--between 10% and 20% of pregnancies end in miscarriage, 1% in stillbirth, and nearly 23,000 babies die before their first birthday--but statistics alone miss the depth of the hurt. Each loss is personal and devastating.No woman is prepared to lose a baby, and caregivers are often unaware of how best to help. In Hope Beyond an Empty Cradle therapist Hallie Scott first shares her own story, as a mother whose only child, Abigail, was stillborn, and then leads readers through a healing process that makes space for heartbreak, despair, guilt, questions, and anger. Life is never the same in the wake of the loss, but a new normal is possible.The book will be a welcome resource for families who have lost a child, as well as for those seeking to care for them in their traumatic grief.
Discover that God's love for you is more than anything you could ask or imagine.With journaling space, Scripture quotes, and…
thoughtful devotions, 100 Things God Loves About You is the perfect gift book reminder of God's love for anyone feeling lonely, busy, or simply &“not enough&”--including you!There's no better feeling than knowing you are loved, yet many of us struggle to accept God's abundant, unconditional love for us. 100 Things God Loves About You includes 100 Bible verses and reflections about how high, how deep, and how wide God's love is for each of His children.This colorful gift book includes:100 encouraging things God loves about you--taken straight from the BibleJournaling space to write in "More Things God Loves About Me"A presentation page for memorable giftingA personalization page to write down what you love about a friend or family member 100 Things God Loves About You is an ideal gift for:Friends who are lonely with grief or isolationWomen and men who struggle to believe they are "good enough" for GodLoved ones facing illnessAnyone facing a time of transition or a difficult seasonNew high school and college graduatesChristmas, birthdays, Mother's Day, Father's Day, and more. "See what great love the Father has lavished on us!" writes the author of 1 John. Discover for the first time or the thousandth time that God's love for you is more than anything you could ask or imagine.