Girl Hearts Girl

Author: Lucy Sutcliffe
Publisher: Scholastic UK
ISBN: 1407167952
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 177

Book Description
An inspiring, uplifting and sympathetic story about sexuality and self-acceptance, Lucy Sutcliffe's debut memoir is a personal and moving coming out story. In 2010, at seventeen, Lucy Sutcliffe began an online friendship with Kaelyn, from Michigan. They began a long distance relationship, finally meeting in 2011. Lucy's video montage of their first week spent together was the first in a series of vlogs documenting their long-distance relationship. Now, for the first time, Lucy's writing about the incredible personal journey she's been on.

The Girl with More Than One Heart

Author: Laura Geringer Bass
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1683352505
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 190

Book Description
There are times we all feel we need more than one heart to get through. When Briana’s father dies, she imagines she has a new heart growing inside her. It speaks to her in her Dad’s voice. Some of its commands are mysterious. Find Her! it says. Be Your Own! How can Briana “be her own” when her grieving mother needs her to take care of her demanding little brother all the time? When all her grandpa can do is tell stories instead of being the “rock" she needs? When her not-so-normal home life leaves no time to pursue her dream of writing for the school literary magazine? When the first blush of a new romance threatens to be nipped in the bud? Forced by the loss of her favorite parent to see all that was once familiar with new eyes, Briana draws on her own imagination, originality, and tender loving heart to discover a surprising path through the storm.

The Girl Who Could Read Hearts

Author: Sherry Maysonave
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 1504351126
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 353

Book Description
Born gifted with a rare seventh sensethe ability to read human hearts coupled with keen intuitionKate Kindrick struggles to understand her capabilities. She is often bewildered by her unique perceptions combined with seeing symbols and panoplies of color in peoples hearts. Kates parents fear that their young daughter suffers from delusional psychosis. Their concerns are intensified by her claims that she has conversations with an angel. Only her grandmother, who is gravely ill, and her uncle, a famous writer, encourage Kate to develop her gifts. Yet its her naivet of the intuitive signs that augur trouble. When she doesnt heed an inner warning, her world spins into a dangerous spiral that spells hazard for her and those she loves. Her antics land her cherished uncle in the hospital. His life hangs in the balance. Just when she believes things couldnt get worse, her life cascades down a doubly treacherous path. She is forced to spend extended time with her teenage cousin, Marilla Marzy, and the girls sinister fatherVaynem Moxsin. Tormented by both of them, she prays for rescue. Shocking events transpire. This captivating novel explores issues relevant to many of todays societal woes: prejudice, abuse, eating disorders, and limiting belief systems. It delves into the mysteries of death and of angels, plus intuition, finding God in all, and true love. Full of spirit, this poignant story brims with inspiration, daring, and hope.

The Girl with a Brave Heart

Author: Rita Jahanforuz
Publisher: Barefoot Books
ISBN: 1782854797
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 43

Book Description
Shiraz, a kindhearted young girl growing up in Tehran, has a miserable life at home with her stepmother and stepsister, who treat her like a servant. When the wind blows Shiraz’s ball of wool into the garden next door, she spends the day helping and caring for the old lady who lives there, with miraculous results. Then her stepmother sends her own daughter off on the same mission . . . but will the results be the same?

The Girl with a Clock for a Heart

Author: Peter Swanson
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0062267515
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 213

Book Description
From Peter Swanson, the acclaimed author of Eight Perfect Murders, The Girl with a Clock for a Heart is an addictive, nonstop thriller—an ever-tightening coil of suspense that grips you right up to its electrifying end. On an ordinary Friday evening at his favorite Boston tavern, George Foss’s comfortable, predictable life is shattered when a beautiful woman sits down at the bar, a woman who vanished without a trace twenty years ago. Liana Dector isn’t just an ex-girlfriend, the first love George couldn’t quite forget. She’s also a dangerous enigma and quite possibly a cold-blooded killer wanted by the police. Suddenly, she’s back—and she needs George’s help. Ruthless men believe she stole some money ... and they will do whatever it takes to get it back. George knows Liana is trouble. But he can’t say no—he never could—so he makes a choice that will plunge him into a terrifying whirlpool of lies, secrets, betrayal, and murder from which there is no sure escape. Bold and masterful, full of malicious foreboding and subtle surprises,The Girl with a Clock for a Heart is the story of a man swept into a vortex of irresistible passion and murder when an old love mysteriously reappears.

This Girl Named Amber

Author: Melanie Wilber
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781495217524
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 160

Book Description
This Girl Named Amber: Seeking Heart Teen Series, Book OneWith her sixteenth birthday just three weeks away, Amber Wilson is looking forward to spending one of the last weeks of the summer at Camp Laughing Water, a place she's been to many times before. But from the beginning she has the feeling the week will be anything but ordinary. For one thing, her friend Stacey is coming for the first time, and while she's excited to have her long-time friend along, she wonders if this can be a chance for them to recapture the carefree friendship they once shared, or if spending seven days straight together will drive them further apart. Will Stacey enjoy the week and open her heart to God as Amber has been praying for, or will her efforts to show Stacey she cares turn into a complete disaster? In the midst of trying to be a good friend, dealing with some unpleasant girls in her cabin, and doing her best to get something spiritual out of the week for herself, Amber faces many unexpected moments, including some encounters with a cute guy. Some make her laugh, some make her cry, and some leave her feeling completely dazed. Will she end the week with heartbreak or with a smile on her face and hope in her heart?"You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you..." declares the LORD. ~ Jeremiah 29:13-14*This Girl Named Amber is the first book in the Seeking Heart series and is recommended for girls age 13 and up. Books in this series are meant to be read in sequential order.

More Than Just a Girl

Author: Irene Nndali Isiguzo
Publisher: Publishing Institute of Africa
ISBN: 9789966690098
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 160

Book Description
A young lady is in a period of transition. She often finds the many processes involved in this transition challenging, scary, confusing, at times weird. She finds herself caught in a tough battle between who God designed her to be & what others & the world around her pressure her to be. Many girls caught in this battle are wounded, scarred for life and tragically some do not live to tell their stories. This book seeks to address issues such as: Peer-pressure, self-acceptance, lesbianism, dating, teenage pregnancy, abortion, sexual harrasement... and much more and at the same time answer questions such as: Who am I?, What is Gods purpose for my life?, How can i overcome peer pressure?, How do i deal with sexual harassment & abuse?, How do i recover my virginity after i have lost it?, What is love? How d ii recognise true from fake love?, How can i be friends with boys & remain clean & pure? Finally this book will help you discover a truth that will set you free to soar-That you are much more than just a girl!!!

The Girl with the Dragon Heart

Author: Stephanie Burgis
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1408880776
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 291

Book Description
Once upon a time, in a beautiful city famous for chocolate and protected by dragons, there was a girl so fearless that she dared to try to tell the greatest story of all: the truth.Silke has always been good at spinning the truth and storytelling. So good that since arriving as a penniless orphan, she has found her way up to working for the most splendid chocolate makers in the city (oh, and becoming best friends with a dragon). Now her gift for weaving words has caught the eye of the royal family, who want to use her as a spy when the mysterious and dangerous fairy royal family announces it will visit the city. But Silke has her own dark, secret reasons for not trusting fairies ...Can Silke find out the truth about the fairies while keeping her own secrets hidden?From the author of the magical The Dragon with a Chocolate Heart comes a second magical adventure perfect for fans of Cressida Cowell and Cornelia Funke

All the Girl's Hearts

Author: Kate Trinity
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1291373330
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 182

Book Description
Amy and Rick appear to be in love and working towards a future together. But Amy finds out Rick is cheating and she wants her revenge.Amy can't get what Rick has done out of her head.It becomes all consuming and everything she does is geared towards getting her revenge, making him pay and making him suffer.Nothing will stop her from getting her own back on Rick, not even death.If Rick wants all the girl's hearts then Amy will get them for him.

God Hearts Me: Daily Devotions for a Girl's Heart

Author: Various
Publisher: Barbour Publishing
ISBN: 1628362677
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 387

Book Description
Introducing God “Hearts” Me, a brand-new daily devotional featuring 365 readings that will encourage your heart with regular reminders of God’s love. Each devotional reading touches on relevant life topics—such as, Faith, Forgiveness, Friendship, and more. . . Engaging and thought-provoking prayers and easy-to-understand scripture selections—all in one fun, creative package—will inspire you to grow up God's way.