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One woman's memory of miscarriage, heartbreak, and abusive leadership in the work-place. In Can a Girl Catch a Break? Nadean Barton take you step by step in her life and the journey of what she endured growing up, in her relationships, and at work. You will learn that you can also be vulnerable in any given situation. Her motivation to write this audiobook came about after suffering a horrific miscarriage and in the midst of it where her boyfriend left her to miscarry.

Have you ever experienced unconditional love? The kind that doesn’t only happen in fairy tales but has been around you - between old couples that you know, between someone and their pets, or between friends that are so into one another, nothing can separate them? Love comes in various forms. And for virtually everyone, their first experience of love is the one they get from their cradle bed. Parents, arguably, are wired to shower love on their children.

Have you ever felt hopeless after a loss? Are you looking for some encouragement? #IMUST, a book written by two time author Chidi Wosu, a Ted X Alum, as well as executive coach for several Fortune 500 companies, gives her take on how to manage grief. In this book the juxtaposition of the Bible to real life metaphors gives it's readers easy to grasp spiritual encouragement. This book will help you navigate the different stages of grief with God instead of on your own. With God, you MUST get through this!

This powerful memoir tells the inspiring journey of a blind woman who survived years of abuse, homelessness, and betrayal—only to rise stronger than ever. After enduring physical, emotional, and psychological torment at the hands of those she trusted, she found the strength to escape, rebuild her life, and reclaim her power. Through faith, resilience, and an unbreakable spirit, she transforms from a victim to a survivor, proving that no matter how deep the darkness is, there is always a path to freedom, healing, and hope.

The journey of healing occurs simultaneously with the journey of self-discovery, as one continues to understand and embrace who they are, shedding all those things that deter them from becoming their greater self.

I loved the way he made me feel. The way he warmed my insides and made my lady parts drum. I loved the way he looked at me, as if I was the best thing that God had created. And, just for him. His round eyes and solid frame was a source of inspiration. I found myself scribbling his features into my pieces. One after the other. Stroking my canvas as I imagined he'd stroke me. And, when he finally did, we'd make one unique piece.

I knew he was mine. From the minute I laid eyes on his rounds and my oxygen supply suddenly shortened, I was curious. But when he opened his mouth and his words serenaded my soul, I was convinced. And, when my heart stopped at the sight of his chest-rattling smile, I was concerned.

Years of suppressing my truest desires and most prominent needs in our relationship had my emotions all over the place, heart hardening and every element that made me a woman seem like a flaw. The softness that I was founded on wasn’t welcomed. Over the years, I’d managed to dilute my vulnerability, conceal my pain and deal with my feelings alone. I was merely a shell of the woman that I’d entered the relationship as. But, today, I was reclaiming my power.| This is a novella. |

After a near seven-month hiatus, here you go.

Ember and Judah have loved each other since children, but business interests and family ties have kept them apart. While Judah is trying to protect his precious empire, Ember is trying to protect her heart—even if it means ending their long-term affair.

When the Affair Is Over: Scars of Deception picks up where When the Affair Is Over: Untold Stories from the Former Other Woman left off, with the conclusion of Lorynn’s story, seeing the emotional and mental battle that she faces along her journey to moving past the pain of love’s betrayal.

Neither did Jordan Banks. That is, until she meets the handsome Dr. Tobin Douglas. After spending a fun filled day on an incredible beach in Montego Bay and a night of romantic dining and dancing, Jordan and Toby know they are in love.

Rosa Rice is tired of the dating scene. As she celebrates at The Blue Gardenia, finding love is the furthest thought from her mind. Until her friend challenges her to open her heart again. After Rosa takes her friend’s advice, Jesse Hunter, a well-established military man, approaches her and asks to take her on a date. When she accepts his offer, she does not expect that Jesse will be the one to steal her heart.

When tragedy hits far too close to home for screenwriter Noëlle Emerson, she heads for the highest hills; 3,000 miles from the comfort of her quaint Virginia town. After eight years, nostalgia grips her heartstrings, and the tunnel vision success strategy she’s maintained is subverted. Her emotions spiral out of her control as she grapples with the thought of finally venturing home for the holidays.

Feeling drained and compromised at work? Struggling to maintain your well-being amidst professional adversity? Are you a Black woman leader navigating unique workplace hurdles? If yes, I invite you to explore empowering insights into overcoming challenges and fostering success.

In “Beyond the Five Stages,” we set out on a meaningful and illuminating trip through the complex and frequently misunderstood terrain of sorrow. While the five stages of grief are well-known, this book delves deeper, illuminating the multifaceted nature of the grieving process. Grief is an emotion that transcends conventional boundaries, and this book explores its myriad forms. It reminds us that grief isn't limited to losing a loved one; it extends to losing dreams, relationships, and the very essence of our identity.

Love is such a small word, but it has so much meaning. The heart is the centerpiece of every living creature, so we all have the ability to love, because love comes from the heart. This collection of well-crafted poetry explores love in many different forms. From the ups and downs in relationships to delving deep into the importance of self-love. Some poems touch on how God’s unconditional love for his children is immeasurable, and how the love of a mother for her child can’t be duplicated.

This book is for the girl who has the talent, the knowledge but somehow can't get the job, the promotion, the raise or the visibility she deserves. I have been that girl way too many times and this book is a practical guide to get out of this situation. Learn from my mistakes. No BS, no vague concepts, just a bestie telling you the cold hard truth so you don't have to finish last every time.

When the Affair Is Over: A Woman Scorned continues the story of Kacyie, a woman changed by bitter betrayal, as she comes to face to face with her past, the one behind the cause of her biggest heartbreak. Choosing between letting the past go or seeking retribution for her once-broken heart, she opts for revenge, only to realize that vengeance can render its own consequences.

In Freddy Frog: Freddy Leaves the Bog, follow the journey of a talkative frog as he ventures beyond his bog, encountering woodland friends, learning essential manners from a helpful deer, and nurturing dreams of becoming an explorer. This heartwarming children's book celebrates exploration, independence, and true friendships, inspiring young listeners to embrace curiosity, kindness, and the endless possibilities that await them.