This book is a culmination of a lifetime of Christian experience (81 years). The book is ad-lib and all over the place—symbolic of a hodgepodge or a bowl of minestrone soup. It’s a little bit of everything. Hopefully, you will get the essence of what is written. There are many different beliefs and religions in the world. This book is written in respect to all. Everyone has a story! I want to go to Heaven and rest. Down here I’ve done my best. Been through trials and stood my test; I want to go to Heaven and rest! Author: Unknown

“Fun and juicy.”—New York Times “A solid story of summer growth and exploration.”—Kirkus Reviews Marigold Johnson is looking forward to a future full of family, friends, and fashion—but what will she do when it all explodes in her face? When she discovers that her entire life is a lie? Paula Chase, the author of So Done, Dough Boys, and Turning Point, explores betrayal, conformity, and forgiveness—and what it means to be family—in this stand-alone novel perfect for fans of Jason Reynolds, Rebecca Stead, and Renée Watson. Marigold Johnson can’t wait to attend a special program at her family’s business, Flexx Unlimited, for teens who love fashion. But Mari quickly realizes that she’s out of place compared to the three other trainees—and one girl, Kara, seems to hate her on sight. As tension builds and the stakes at the program get higher, Mari uncovers exactly why Kara’s been so spiteful. She also discovers some hard truths about herself and her family. Paula Chase explores complex themes centering on friendships, family, and what it means to conform to fit in. Keeping It Real is also a powerful exploration of what happens when parents pick and choose what they shield their children from. Timely and memorable, Paula Chase’s character-driven story touches on creativity, art, fashion, and music. A great choice for the upper middle grade audience.

Satirical debut novel involving a reality show and a murder

Have you wondered why some people seem to have all the luck and get all the breaks, while the rest of the population seems to be going in circles, like a hamster on its wheel? What do the successful do that the others seem to miss? Rest assured, luck has nothing to do with it. It's time to keep it real and lose the excuses so you can access the greatness that's within you! Encouraging, enlightening, and spiritually uplifting, Keeping It R.E.A.L. will give you the tools you need to live out your dream and accomplish your goals. This succinct and powerful book will inspire you to take action and activate your faith in the face of your fears. Discover the secret to true and lasting success. Keep it REAL and move decisively toward your destiny!

Keeping It Real is a collection of short stories written by Michael Bradshaw. There are those who know someone or has had loved ones incarcerated. These stories should provide some insight into the minds of those who can relate to them.

In her latest sizzling novel, the author of "Love Potions" and "Love Lessons" introduces a hot reality show producer who soon finds that the owner of a struggling recording company is the only man who can rock her world. Original.

In the content of this book you will find yourself, or maybe a loved one who was faced with one or more of the topics talked about. It was written as a way to relieve some hurt that life has dished out to many people. It pinpoints ways to keep yourself encouraged although life may throw some bumpy roads, heartache, challenges and more your way. It is followed by scriptures from the King James Version of the Holy Bible as a way to let readers know that these things are for real. The scriptures that follow the content of this book will give confirmation to all who know what it is like to be heart broken, cheated on, to struggle, deal with relationships or marriage problems, raise children, be abused, etc. The reality of this book may even bring tears to some eyes.

This is my dream poetry collection that will take you on a journey to many places. As you read the poetry in every section, know that I was just keeping it real! You will see the social injustice and a celebration of our Black culture in the section. All lives matter, but Black lives are being targeted. Next you will go into the land of relationships and family. See the hardships and the love we embrace with ones who are dear to us. You will finally finish the collection on a high note by worship and praising our savior Jesus Christ. It is only by his grace and mercy that I was blessed to put down on paper what he gave me to write. I hope the poetry will find a place in your heart to always be true to yourself and keep it real! A vessel used by the Holy Spirit, Sheryl Ann Jones

This book introduces a set of pedagogical practices designed to assist adolescent English learners in developing their English skills in a way that honors and leverages their native languages and cultures. Responding to the linguistic and educational diversity of adolescents, the R.E.A.L. (Relevant, Engaging, and Affirming Literacy) method offers teachers a range of scalable activities, reading lists, and other resources, along with numerous suggestions on how to adapt them for students’ particular needs. By sharing experiences from actual secondary English classes, Stewart presents diverse learners making meaningful connections to texts and responding through writing, speaking, and other artistic means. These students are developing high levels of literacy, English language skills, and even biliteracy through R.E.A.L. instruction that all English teachers can use. Book Features: Shows educators how to effectively engage middle and high school students through reading and responding to literature. Provides creative solutions for centering students’ needs and interests within standards and other curricular restraints. Brings together theory from reader response, second language acquisition, and bilingual research. Written for all English language arts teachers and for all levels of adolescent ELs—beginners to advanced students. Considers ELs’ full literacy development in all of their languages, not just English.

Written for teenage girls, this second book in the goGirl series tackles three crucial issues facing young women and how misconceptions can be changed into valuable lessons.