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Danielle and Christopher Jones were married for better or for worse, in sickness and in health, for richer or for poorer. They just never imagined they would experience all of those things in their first few years of marriage! Unemployment. A car accident. A terrifying medical diagnosis. The loss of a loved one. The death of their 10-day-old son, Junior. Through it all, Danielle and Christopher held tightly to their faith, and to each other, taking each day and each step as it came and remaining committed not only to their marriage, but to turning their pain into a positive for other families. Founders of the Angel Baby Network, Danielle and Christopher share their story to provide hope and inspiration for married couples and parents facing their own highs and lows.

Joey Mullaney was only thirteen years old when he found out he was dying. A rare degenerative disease would rob him of his ability to play sports. It would slur his speech and crash his confidence. It would even confine him to a motorized scooter as a teenager. In this true story about his life so far, Joey reveals how he came to terms with the unthinkable. Teens and young adults will see pieces of themselves and their experiences in Joey's journey of acceptance. And they'll laugh along with Joey as he stutters and stumbles his way to discovering his true identity and finding his place in the world.Stare at Me is more than an inspirational memoir. It's the voice of a trusted friend that empowers every reader - the geek, the misfit, the introvert, the class president, the jock - to stare down whatever faces them and say, "e;I got this."e;

"e;Wow! This book captures your attention and your heart. An emotional roller coaster!"e; - Kilee Brookbank, award-winning authorJane is a magnet. A magnet for addicts.First, there was her mother, a constant disappointment whose penchant for drugs left Jane and her four-year-old sister, Lizzie, in foster care. Now, relocated with her fractured family to the Middle of Nowhere, Ohio, Jane is learning that the too-good-to-be-true boy she's fallen for has a drug problem of his own. Jane tries to make peace with Landon's drug use, even though she knows she'll never really be able to trust her boyfriend or let her guard down again. Is there anyone she can rely on, or is she doomed to be a loner, looking out for her little sister while keeping her feelings locked inside?Opiate Jane is a moving portrait of a girl who simply wants to know that she means more to the people she loves than their addictions do.A timely piece of fiction, Opiate Jane is rooted in the author's own experiences with addicted loved ones.

"e;If we could all be as honest about ourselves as the author, we would have a better understanding of how to navigate the choppy waters of life."e; - Robyn Lane, WRAT Radio"e;A must read for all parents who are about to send a child off to school."e; - Oleda Baker, model, author, and entrepreneurWhat's holding you back from being the extraordinary person you were created to be?Inspirational author and speaker Maryanne Christiano-Mistretta walks you through ten steps you can start taking today to elevate your life to next-level joy, success, and contentment. A survivor of intense bullying, Maryanne shares her hard-won wisdom to empower you to embrace your uniqueness, connect with the people who deserve you, and cultivate the courage to create the life you've always wanted.You'll learn how to love, respect, and advocate for yourself so you can become your own superhero-no cape required!

"e;In a world facing the worst refugee crisis in history, this is an important and timely book."e;- John Zaritsky, Oscar-winning filmmaker "e;An epic tale. ... Moving beyond words."e;- Roy Gutman, Pulitzer Prize winner and Crimes of War Project chairman"e;A universal human story ... and an invaluable historical source."e;- Robert Donia, author of Sarajevo: A Biography "e;Sanja Kulenovic's memoir captures courage and resilience ... and shines a light on immigration crises everywhere."e;- Foreword ReviewsIn 1992, Bosnian honeymooners in Southern California are suddenly stranded and homeless when their native Yugoslavia erupts into civil war. The stunned refugees must scrape together a new life in America with sporadic letters their sole, tenuous link to besieged family and loved ones back in Sarajevo.Sanja Kulenovic shares those precious letters-often written in darkness as bombs fell and gunfire rang out-to vividly capture the suffering her family and other Sarajevans endured through almost four years of daily bombardments, the perpetual threat of sniper fire, and three frozen, foodless winters.The Siege of Sarajevo searingly illustrates the human toll of war and the highly personal consequences of what often are dismissed as faraway conflicts. Highlighting the resilience and determination of immigrants, Kulenovic's powerful story reminds us all that we are stronger than we've ever imagined.

In the spirit of Tuesdays with Morrie..."e;An honest, unsentimental, sometimes terribly funny and deeply poignant account of lasting friendship..."e; - Dr. Rosalie de Rosset, Moody Bible InstituteLife at 8 mph is the rare book that celebrates the friendship between two men while reminding readers that everyone has something to offer, regardless of physical limitations.When Peter Bowling Anderson began working for Richard Herrin, a man with cerebral palsy, Peter didn't want the job. But the role as Richard's assistant became a life-changing experience that opened Peter's eyes to what life is really about, what joy actually looks like, and how courage is truly defined.Richard taught Peter that it was never too late to start over if only he would be willing to break through the walls he'd hidden behind for years. After five years of working with Richard, Peter had a new outlook on life, faith, and love-and a new wife he never would have met without Richard's encouragement.Peter Bowling Anderson's heartfelt debut inspires readers to question their assumptions, push beyond their boundaries, and view their struggles as springboards to authentic, lasting happiness.

"e;...Insights from a time when a young person with autism grew up in a world where nobody understood them!"e; - Temple Grandin, author, Thinking in PicturesBarbara Moran has never known how to be good.As a child, she made strange noises, fidgeted constantly, and licked her lips until they cracked. She had "e;upsets"e; that embarrassed and frustrated her family. Worse still, she developed friendships with inanimate objects-everything from roller skates to tables to an antique refrigerator-and became obsessed with images of cathedrals.She was institutionalized, analyzed, and marginalized, cast aside as not trying hard enough to fit in.But after almost forty years, Barbara was given an answer for her inability to be like, and to connect with, other people: autism.Hello, Stranger is the story of a misunderstood life that serves as an eye-opening call for compassion. Bracingly honest, Barbara describes the profound loneliness of being abandoned and judged while also expressing her deep yearning simply to be loved and to give love.Hello, Stranger is a challenge to every reader to see the beauty and the humanity present in every individual."e;An extraordinary look at autism from the inside - by turns heartbreaking, uplifting, illuminating, witty, and wise."e; - Steve Silberman, author, NeuroTribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity

"e;...A heartfelt, brave, raw, yet hopeful journey of a mother's loss and unconditional love."e; - Shannon Hudson Johnson, Psy.D., clinical psychologistHow does a woman go from being a normal Midwestern mom to sitting across the table from a bounty hunter? That's what Kathleen English Cadmus wondered as she took one more surreal step in her quest to find and save her teenage daughter, Laura.The beautiful baby Kathleen had adopted from Korea was on the run again, fueled by another manic episode brought on by her bipolar disorder.Having already lost her son Shawn to a tragic accident, Kathleen couldn't bear the thought that she had failed to protect another one of her children.Intertwined: A Mother's Memoir is a raw but loving tribute to the pain and beauty of motherhood-the story of a mother, a daughter, a son, two marriages, and the way all of those lives are at once distinct yet inseparable. Intertwined illustrates the way the people we love become part of us-become us-and show us who we truly are.

Full of practical application and down-to-earth insight, The Adams Recovery Center Workbook expands on Adams Recovery Center's trio of addiction resources to inspire meaningful reflection and empower readers to build new lives of long-term sobriety.

Dr. Scot Hodkiewicz had followed his plan step by step and was happily living the American Dream-the perfect family, a lucrative job, and a secure, comfortable lifestyle.But as Scot drove with his wife, three young children, and two dogs down a Wisconsin highway, he discovered that God had other plans for his life. A drunk driver hit Scot's car head on, nearly killing Scot and his wife. Left with a mangled body and a broken spirit, Scot entered a downward spiral of pain, addiction, and potential tragedy.Scot initially was filled with anger, hatred, and self-pity before he started to see the everyday angels around him and hear God's voice directing him at each trial. Scot learned the power of forgiveness and humility and saw that his struggles were actually his path to salvation. In his personal Hell, Scot found that Heaven doesn't exist only after death but can be found here on Earth by listening to God.Scot invites readers to share in his miraculous journey so that they, too, will be able to turn their eyes, ears, and hearts to God and confidently say, "e;Not my will, but yours."e; With questions for study and reflection, Going through Hell to Get to Heaven is an ideal companion for Christians seeking to walk more closely with God.

"e;A journey into the very marrow of which strong women are made."e;- Joanie Cox-Henry, journalist and bloggerCamille. Lynn. Monique. Becky and Margaret. Jaime. Olga. Christina. Rasheera. Odalys. Danielle.These are the seemingly everyday women whose stories inspired (Extra)Ordinary Women - and whose resilience and strength will inspire women around the world.These women have defeated breast cancer, addiction, and homelessness. They have lived through the Boston Marathon bombing and hundreds of surgeries. They have traveled from foreign lands to create a better life. They have endured brain cancer, abuse, and poverty. They have given a home to dozens of special-needs children. They have known loss, pain, and fear.They are survivors. And they share their stories to empower other women who need something - and someone - to believe in.(Extra)Ordinary Women reminds us of the amazing stories that we find all around us when we open our eyes, hearts, and minds.And these extraordinary women remind us to never give up, never quit, and never underestimate the power of a woman.

Assess, Rebuild, Connect is the comprehensive resource that guides individuals and their loved ones through the three phases of addiction recovery and into a life of sustained sobriety.Featuring reflection questions and room for written responses, plus real-life success stories to inspire and encourage, Assess, Rebuild, Connect provides a trusted companion through pre-treatment, treatment, and aftercare.Readers will be empowered to:ASSESS their issues and obstacles and set realistic expectations about the journey ahead.REBUILD the most important parts of their lives: trust in themselves and in the process; self-respect and confidence; and coping skills for tasks such as finding a safe place to life, getting a job, or returning to school. CONNECT with the real world outside of addiction, repairing relationships and managing the challenges of maintaining lifelong sobriety.Based on decades of clinical experience, Assess, Rebuild, Connect is a down-to-earth tool for creating a new life beyond addiction-the life everyone deserves!

"e;Aimee's story reminds us that even when our truths don't reveal themselves in the ways we wish they would, we can always choose how those truths shape, rather than define, our lives."e;-Darin Strauss, author of Half a Life"e;Aimee Ross possesses an indomitable spirit and fierce humor that breathe new life into every page."e;-Jill Christman, author of Darkroom and Borrowed Babies: Apprenticing for MotherhoodAimee Ross was living a perfectly normal life raising three kids, married to her high school sweetheart, and teaching at her high school alma mater. Life was perfect-right until it wasn't.Unhappy in her marriage, Aimee asked for a divorce. Three days later, she suffered a heart attack at age forty-one. Five months after that, she survived a near-fatal car crash caused by an intoxicated driver. Her physical recovery took months and left her body marked by scars. The emotional recovery, though, would take longer, as Aimee sought to forgive the man who almost killed her-and to forgive herself for tearing apart her family.Aimee Ross writes with candor, wit, and humor as she finds the power in her story and chronicles her transformation into the woman she was always meant to be.Permanent Marker takes readers on a journey of healing, proving that from darkness can come new light, new love, and a renewed purpose for life."e;A remarkable story of healing, courage, and finding the strength it takes to rewrite your life's story."e;-Tina Neidlein, humor writer and author of The Girl's Guide and It's a Mom Thing

"e;Some true stories move us. Pamela's story changes us."e; - Dale S.Recinella, Chaplain for Florida's Death Row and author of Now I Walk on Death RowPamela Perillo was set to die on March 24, 1996.Convicted of capital murder in 1980, Pamela sat on Texas's Death Row awaiting lethal injection. But less than two days before her scheduled execution, she was given a second chance, and in 2000, she was resentenced: from death to life in prison with the possibility of parole.Her first chance at new life had come shortly after her arrest, when Pamela embraced the Christian faith and began bringing her fellow inmates to redemption in Christ.That's why although Pamela's story is one of imprisonment-first by abuse and addiction and ultimately behind the locked doors of the criminal justice system-it's also a story of hope-of finding a new path in faith, of taking courage from the promise of salvation, and now, of praying for parole in 2019 after nearly forty years of incarceration.Salvation on Death Row combines true-crime reporting with a powerful spiritual memoir, reminding us that every life is a journey, every person is capable of change, and every individual can make a positive impact on the world."e;This is a great story with a wonderful conclusion: The only good answer is the Lord!"e;- -Bill Glass, founder of Bill Glass MinistriesThe author's proceeds from Salvation on Death Row will benefit Patriot PAWS service dogs.

Follow your spirit to a place of hope, health, and wholeness. Michèle Swiderski shares her hard-won wisdom from fighting through depression by weaving together her passion for creativity and her belief in the power of the Creative Spirit.