This author crafts compelling narratives that delve into the heart of family secrets and dangerous legacies. Her stories often place protagonists in perilous situations, forcing them to confront hidden truths and unexpected threats, frequently intertwined with intense romantic suspense. With a knack for building suspense and exploring complex relationships, her work offers readers a thrilling and emotional journey. She masterfully explores how characters navigate fate and the steep price they might pay for survival and the future.
The Blood Poems is one part bloodletting, one part healing, and one part sensuous celebration as Jessica Helen Lopez lays out what it means to be a strong brown woman, a single mother, and the kickass bard that the twenty-first century needs. Lopez openly faces a damaging childhood, sex, divorce, and racial injustice in these poems. She proves that love is as complicated as lovemaking--messy and lusty, raucous and powerful, capable of amazing highs and abysmal lows. She proves that when a woman learns to love herself, she will live a fierce and full life and teach her daughters to do the same.
Motivational comedian and award-winning blogger Jess Jones - aka Instagram's
The Fat Funny One - will help you silence the voices in your head that tell
you that you are not good enough and teach you to 'own' exactly who you are,
as you are.
Dulcie Brisand's life takes a dramatic turn when long-buried family secrets resurface, forcing her to confront hidden conspiracies. As she navigates a thrilling small-town adventure, she finds herself on the run, determined to protect herself and her loved ones from the dangers that emerge. This gripping tale explores themes of family loyalty, the impact of the past, and the quest for truth amidst chaos.
Jessica Jones had a complicated life - booze, cocaine, bad boyfriends, a rollercoaster ride of what self-help writers call 'opportunities for growth' - but she got away from all that. She rebuilt her career, became prosperous and, at last, found happiness in a wonderful new relationship. Just when things were almost perfect, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. So Jessica did what she's always done: she got through it. With the help of doctors, nurses, friends, family and the ever-supportive Nick, she not only got through it, but survived with her trademark good humour and style. After seven months of gruelling treatments, she travelled from London to Sydney to begin a three-month holiday of a lifetime with the man who had loved her through it all - only to discover that he had been seeing someone else and didn't love her at all. For Jessica, it was to turn out that surviving love was harder than surviving cancer. The Elegant Art of Falling Apart is a book about learning to ask for and to accept help. About living in, and enjoying, every moment. About freeing yourself from our culture's obsession with romantic love, and about how looking good really can help you feel good. Above all, it is about how, when you are staggering about in the darkness, it will be the power of friendship that saves your sanity.
Set against a backdrop of southern intrigue, the story follows Dulcie Brisand as she navigates her conflicting loyalties while confronting a dangerous adversary from her past. With unexpected twists and turns, she must summon her strength to overcome the challenges posed by the man who has caused her pain. The narrative promises suspense and emotional depth as Dulcie fights to reclaim her life and resolve her inner turmoil.
Dulcie Brisand's life takes a dramatic turn when long-buried family secrets resurface, forcing her to confront hidden conspiracies. As she navigates a perilous journey to protect herself and her loved ones, the small-town setting becomes a backdrop for thrilling revelations and unexpected dangers. This adventure blends suspense with personal stakes, highlighting the impact of the past on the present.
Through the eyes of a curious nine-week-old kitten, this Christmas tale explores themes of morality and growth. Nermal's adventures lead him to learn valuable lessons about right and wrong, making it a delightful read for children. The author, Jessica Jones, combines her love for storytelling and her experiences with her cat, bringing a unique and fun perspective to her writing. Living in Delaware, she balances her career in a geo-technical firm with her passion for writing, baking, and attending comic conventions.
The narrative explores the importance of winding down after an exciting day filled with fun activities. It highlights a journey through various joyful experiences, leading to the comforting routine of preparing for bedtime. Through engaging illustrations and soothing text, the story emphasizes relaxation and the transition from play to rest, making it an ideal bedtime read for children. The book encourages a sense of security and calm, promoting healthy sleep habits while celebrating the joy of daily adventures.
Dulcie Brisand finds herself entangled in the treacherous realm controlled by her biological father following the startling conclusion of Reluctant Heiress. Surrounded by peril, she must rely on her intelligence and bravery to navigate the challenges of this dangerous environment and secure her survival.
Dafina, a seven-year-old African American girl, navigates life's challenges, including anger, physical differences, divorce, and depression. Through her experiences, she learns to manage her emotions and cope with difficult situations, aided by her supportive teacher, Ms. Potts. The story not only highlights Dafina's resilience despite being wheelchair-bound but also includes discussion questions for readers to engage with parents, teachers, or therapists, promoting emotional understanding and communication.
