WINNER OF THE COSTA BIOGRAPHY PRIZE 2020 'This is the story of arguably one of the most important, yet least known, events in modern British history. Lee's journey and fight for justice are both inspiring and enraging' AKALA What would you do if the people you trusted to uphold the law committed a crime against you? Who would you turn to? And how long would you fight them for? On 28th September 1985, Lee Lawrence's mother Cherry Groce was wrongly shot by police during a raid on her Brixton home. The bullet shattered her spine and she never walked again. In the chaos that followed, 11-year-old Lee watched in horror as the News falsely pronounced his mother dead. In Brixton, already a powder keg because of the deep racism that the community was experiencing, it was the spark needed to trigger two days of rioting that saw buildings brought down by petrol bombs, cars torched and shops looted. But for Lee, it was a spark that lit a flame that would burn for the next 30 years as he fought to get the police to recognise their wrongdoing. His life had changed forever: he was now his mother's carer, he had seen first-hand the prejudice that existed in his country, and he was at the mercy of a society that was working against him. And yet that flame - for justice, for peace, for change - kept him going. The Louder I Will Sing is a powerful, compelling and uplifting memoir about growing up in modern Britain as a young Black man. It's a story both of people and politics, of the underlying racism beneath many of our most important institutions, but also the positive power that hope, faith and love can bring in response.

The Peacemaker's Wife is a journal for those living as spouses of law enforcement officers who are wanting encouragement for this lifestyle and life, in general.Our spouses strive to bring the highest level of peace into the world day after day without question. No matter the level of cruelty, hurt, danger or negativity they encounter, they continue their quest for peace.As a peacemaker's wife, we continue that same goal ourselves and within our homes. We often carry the weight at home, feeling on duty ourselves, without much reprieve. But too often, our role as a peacemaker's wife, allows us to forget the importance of pouring back into ourselves, even when we need it most.Whether you take 5 minutes a day or five hours a week, you deserve to keep YOURSELF a top priority. Whether you need to refocus after a hard day or you need to remember that you are simply doing your best, this journal will give you the motivation and support you need.

"She is clothed with strength and dignity, and laughs without fear of the future." Be honest: does that sound like you? If not, you aren't alone. Being married to a police officer is not easy, especially in today's world. Everything about your future can feel extremely uncertain, and not just when it comes to your officer's safety. Stress caused by facing unexpected day-to-day issues while tackling solo parenting, unpredictable shifts, and general loneliness tends to wear on you after a while.This makes emulating the traits of the Proverbs 31 wife even more important for police wives. Striving to be more like the woman described in these verses will help you increase your faith, find more peace, reduce overwhelm, and generally live a happier and more fulfilling life, no matter what troubles come your way.This devotional will help you develop those traits by teaching you how to team up with God in every aspect of your police wife life.

The city of Hometown needs a HERO? and that HERO is Officer Friendly! Join Officer Friendly as he takes on SCARY POLICE, and gives the reader a vivid look into his childhood as he bridges the gap between law enforcement and children from ALL backgrounds. Follow Officer Friendly as his book series takes on important challenges such as: Scary Police, Gun Safety, Stranger Danger, and Bullying, among others.

Police officers today face unprecedented challenges--anti-police sentiment, increased danger, massive public scrutiny, and the ever-present threat of terrorism. Now thoroughly updated, this trusted resource has already helped over 125,000 police families manage the stress of the job and create a supportive home environment where everyone can thrive. The third edition includes new stories from police families, new chapters on relationships and living through troubled times, and fully updated resources. Discussions of trauma and resilience, domestic abuse, and addictions have been expanded with the latest information and practical advice. Whether they read the book cover to cover or refer to it when problems arise, families will find no-nonsense guidance they can depend on. Mental health professionals, see also Counseling Cops: What Clinicians Need to Know, by Ellen Kirschman, Mark Kamena, and Joel Fay.

"Uncuffed might be the most important book ever written specifically to help marriages in the law enforcement community. Crafted with tremendous transparency, raw honesty, practical application and a level of grit that could only be possible through their own harrowing experiences, our friends Scott and Leah Silverii have created a masterpiece that will undoubtedly help marriages everywhere. If you are a First Responder or married to one, this book will be a game-changer for your marriage!" -Dave and Ashley Willis, Authors of The Naked Marriage and Hosts of The Naked Marriage Podcast

The remarkable biography of the uncompromising and relentless detective who investigated one of America's first serial killers, the man known as the 'Devil in the White City,' H. H. Holmes, and others like him. This extraordinary historical biography provides a chronological account of Frank Geyer’s life and features murder cases that made national headlines and the history of one of America's largest police departments, complete with 95 rare illustrations and photos! “History like never before!” Who was the world’s famous detective who outsmarted criminals from the Gilded Age and whose wife and daughter never died in a fire, like scholars claimed? Featuring: Geyer's incredible investigation of H. H. Holmes, death of Benjamin Pitezel, the horrific discovery of the missing Pitezel children, Holmes' trial, and a 'Devil in Him' chapter Mary Hannah Tabbs and the gruesome torso murder Modern Borgia killer, Sarah Jane Whiteling, the first woman hung in Philadelphia White Chapel Row Mrs. Annie Gaskin and the killer cat Top secret search in Rio de Janeiro Fake highwaymen murder for insurance, and plot to kill Detective Geyer Law enforcement and Philadelphia history Reuben Geyer in the Civil War, President Franklin Pierce, and Franks' hometown Truth about Geyer's wife and daughter with Sources, List of Illustrations and Credits, Bibliography, Notes, and Index 95 rare historical illustrations and photos, restored

A forty day devotional for wives of law enforcement with wisdom and insight from the author, a police wife.

Learn the research, psychology, and personal experiences when combined created an "ah-ha" moment that improved communication, connection, and ultimately resilience as individuals and together.