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The Little Locksmith: A Memoir
by Katharine Butler HathawayFirst published in 1942 and reprinted here by the Feminist Press, this is the deeply honest memoir of Katharine Butler, who was disabled from childhood due to tuberculosis of the spine. Butler describes her bedridden childhood and her emergence as a teenager with a notably different-looking body. She writes openly of her longing for sexual love and her sense that it was forever denied to her because of her difference. Much of the book concerns the author's renovation of and hopes for a house in Castine on the coast of Maine, which she dreamed would become a house for children, artists, and lovers. Nancy Mairs' afterword provides fascinating information about the author's life.
Little Maid Marian
by Amy Ella BlanchardMaid Marian, an orphaned heiress, struggles against scheming, duplicitous relatives for the right to her own lands. A medieval romance featuring Robin Hood, Maid Marian, Friar Tuck, and Prince John. Lampoons institutions such as the monarchy and the church in the post-Napoleonic era.
Little Matches: A Memoir of Finding Light in the Dark
by Maryanne O'Hara“Gripping and true in all ways. This fine, affecting memoir will stay with me for a very long time.”—Meg Wolitzer, author of The Female Persuasion“In this vividly written memoir novelist O’Hara shares a painful but ultimately beautiful account of her daughter Caitlin’s life with cystic fibrosis. . . . Her compelling story will resonate with anyone seeking a light in the darkest depths of grief.”—Library JournalIn the vein of The Year of Magical Thinking and Beautiful Boy, an emotionally raw and inspiring memoir that illuminates a mother’s grief over the loss of her adult child and considers the hope of soulful connections that transcend the boundary of life and death.When their only child was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis (CF) at the age of two, Maryanne O’Hara and her husband were told that Caitlin could live a long life or be dead in a matter of months. Thirty-one years later, Caitlin lost her battle with this devastating disease following an excruciating two-year wait on the transplant list and a last-minute race to locate a pair of healthy lungs. The sudden spiral of events left Maryanne in an existential crisis, searching to find an answer to the eternal question: Why we are here? During her final years, Caitlin had become a source of wisdom and comfort for her mother—the partner with whom she shared a deep spiritual quest to understand what it meant to have a soul. After Caitlin’s passing, Maryanne began to notice signs—poignant, persistent synchronicities that seemed to lean toward proof of Caitlin’s enduring presence.Weaving together a series of interconnected meditations with illuminating glimpses of life rendered via text messages, e-mails, and journal entries, Little Matches is a profound reflection on life and death, motherhood, the pain of chronic uncertainty, and finding inspiration in the unexpected sparks that light our way through the darkness.
A Little Me
by Amy RoloffTLC star Amy shares what it was like growing up with dwarfism, how she struggled to overcome obstacles both physical and emotional while learning, as we all must, to accept herself for who she is. &“God doesn&’t make mistakes.&” For Amy Roloff, star of TLC&’s hit reality show Little People, Big World, her father&’s words would repeatedly serve as an anchor, reminding her of her inherent worth and purpose, whenever feelings of insecurity and inadequacy surfaced and threatened to overwhelm her. In A Little Me, Amy shares what it was like growing up with achondroplasia dwarfism, how she struggled to overcome obstacles both physical and emotional—navigating the average-size world as a little person, dealing with a serious illness as a young girl, bullying, and issues of body image and unachievable beauty ideals—while learning, as we all must, to accept herself for who she is. Finally allowing herself to be vulnerable enough to open up to others, she learned that it&’s worth risking possible rejection for a chance at genuine relationships. Ultimately, it was Amy&’s faith, as well as the support and encouragement of her community of loving family and good friends, that saw her through the dark times and allowed her to realize her greatest dreams and beyond. Amy&’s memoir is an inspiring and at times heart-wrenching account of resilience and the strength of the human spirit to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles.
The Little Midrash Says, Volume 1: The Book of Beraishis
by R. WeissmanBy reading "The Little Midrash Says" you will find out how wonderful it is to learn Torah. The Book of Beraishis begins by telling us about the creation of the world by Hashem. Then it mainly deals with Avraham, Yitzchak, and Yaakov, and their wives and children. The Torah tells us so much about them, because they were the founders of our people, the Jewish people. They were wonderful tzaddikim (righteous people), who served Hashem every day, every hour, and every minute of their lives.
The Little Midrash Says, Volume 2: The Book of Sh'mos
by R. WeissmanSh'mos--the second of the five Books of the Torah--continues the story begun in the Book of Beraishis. You will not find all the answers to the parsiia-quizzes in the text of "The little Midrash Says." To answer some questions you must know the pesukim (verses) of the parsha. If you are not able to study the pesukim by yourself, perhaps you can ask an older brother or sister or a parent to find the right passuk and help you.
The Little Midrash Says, Volume 3: The Book of Vayikra
by R. WeissmanThe Book of Vayikra is different from the first two Books of the Torah, Beraishis and Sh'mos. It mostly discusses laws about the Mishkan and Bais Hamikdash. Therefore, do you think that it is not important to learn this Book of the Torah? The contrary is true; it is most important for all of you to know it.
The Little Midrash Says, Volume 4: The Book of Bamidbar
by R. WeissmanThe word "Bamidbar" means "in the desert." This is a suitable title for the fourth Book of the Torah that tells us what happened to Bnai Yisrael in the desert.
The Little Midrash Says, Volume 5: The Book of Devarim
by R. WeissmanDevarim: In this Book, Moshe instructs Bnai Yisrael: Believe that Hashem is the one and only God! Fear Him! Love Him! Listen to His prophets! Don't listen to false prophets! Do not lose faith, even if Hashem brings suffering on you!
Little Miss Matchmaker
by Dana CorbitTo: Uncle AlexFrom: ChelseaRe: I think you should ask Miss Fraser on a dateShe's my favorite teacher ever and she definitely likes you, I can tell. Everyone in town knows you're this brave firefighter. So why don't you be the hero of Miss Fraser's life? Maybe you could volunteer together at the Chestnut Grove Youth Center. Uncle Alex, I know you're pretty busy as guardian to my brother and me, but you need a girlfriend. So I came up with a plan. It's my secret, but I know it will be the best thing that ever happened to all of us!
Little Mission on the Clearwater: A Story Based on the Life of Young Eliza Spalding (Daughters of the Faith Series)
by Wendy G. LawtonDaughters of the Faith: Ordinary Girls Who Lived Extraordinary Lives.In 1847, ten-year-old Eliza Spalding is growing up with her missionary family as the first white girl to be born in the Oregon Territory. Eliza loves seeing the Nez Perce Indians come to know Jesus, and she prays the Cayuse tribe will believe as well. But when an epidemic ravishes the Cayuse and tensions rise, Eliza finds herself witnessing the historical episode known as the Whitman Massacre. Told with rich detail and cultural appreciation for Native Americans, this adventure story will thrill young readers and encourage them in their faith.
Little Mission on the Clearwater: A Story Based on the Life of Young Eliza Spalding (Daughters of the Faith Series)
by Wendy G. LawtonDaughters of the Faith: Ordinary Girls Who Lived Extraordinary Lives.In 1847, ten-year-old Eliza Spalding is growing up with her missionary family as the first white girl to be born in the Oregon Territory. Eliza loves seeing the Nez Perce Indians come to know Jesus, and she prays the Cayuse tribe will believe as well. But when an epidemic ravishes the Cayuse and tensions rise, Eliza finds herself witnessing the historical episode known as the Whitman Massacre. Told with rich detail and cultural appreciation for Native Americans, this adventure story will thrill young readers and encourage them in their faith.
A Little Moment of Kindness for Children (Little Moments for Children)
by Jenny MeldrumA Little Moment of Kindness helps young children explore what it means to be kind to themselves and those around them. Even at such a young age, children are learning to interact with other people in their lives, be it friends, grandparents or siblings. All the time they are observing how we treat each other, so the need to emphasise the kindness and patience is as valuable as it is necessary.This beautifully illustrated book helps children think about what kindness means and it value in the world. Each illustration is placed alongside an inspirational thought which allows room for reflection and encouragement for children. Designed to enjoy through individual reading or with an older family member, this series allow parents and grandparents to read alongside their young ones and share together in the experience of slowing-down, valuing stillness and thoughtfulness, and spending time in the company of family members and God.
A Little Moment of Me for Children (Little Moments for Children)
by Jenny MeldrumA Little Moment of Me helps young children explore what it means to be loved for who you are. Even at such a young age, children are faced with the big themes of identity and self worth, and the need to bring reassurance and a sense of security to children is as valuable as it is necessary. This beautifully illustrated book brings that reassurance to young children that, whoever they are is valued and loved by God. Each illustration is placed alongside an inspirational thought which allows room for reflection and encouragement for children. Designed to enjoy through individual reading or with an older family member, this series allow parents and grandparents to read alongside their young ones and share together in the experience of slowing-down, valuing stillness and thoughtfulness, and spending time in the company of family members and God.
A Little Moment of Peace for Children (Little Moments for Children)
by Jenny MeldrumA Little Moment of Peace helps young children and their parents spend a short time of stillness and calm together in everyday life. Even at such a young age, children's lives can be full to the brim, and in this ever-changing world, the need to find five minutes of peace is as valuable as it is necessary. This beautifully illustrated book brings peace to young children who need reassurance of God's care and comfort in their lives. Each illustration is placed alongside an inspirational thought which allows room for reflection and encouragement for children. Designed to enjoy through individual reading or with an older family member, this series allow parents and grandparents to read alongside their young ones and share together in the experience of slowing-down, valuing stillness and thoughtfulness, and spending time in the company of family members and God.
A Little Moment of Promises for Children (Little Moments for Children)
by Jenny MeldrumEven at such a young age, children are faced with times when they are upset or disappointed. And so helping them have hope in humanity and in the world around them is as valuable as it is necessary.This uplifting and beautifully illustrated book helps children think about the big themes of hope and reassurance. Each illustration is placed alongside an inspirational thought which allows room for reflection and encouragement for children. Designed to enjoy through individual reading or with an older family member, this series allow parents and grandparents to read alongside their young ones and share together in the experience of slowing-down, valuing stillness and thoughtfulness, and spending time in the company of family members and God.
A Little Moment of Wonder for Children (Little Moments for Children)
by Jenny MeldrumA Little Moment of Wonder helps young children explore the beauty of the world and the goodness of creation.Even at such a young age, children are learning about the world around them and what life has in store. And so helping them explore their curiosity in a safe environment is as valuable as it is necessary.This beautifully illustrated book helps children think about the world around them and the wonder on offer. Each illustration is placed alongside an inspirational thought which allows room for reflection and encouragement for children. Designed to enjoy through individual reading or with an older family member, this series allow parents and grandparents to read alongside their young ones and share together in the experience of slowing-down, valuing stillness and thoughtfulness, and spending time in the company of family members and God.
The Little Money Bible: The Ten Laws Of Abundance
by Stuart Wilde"It’s hard to align with money if you think that it is evil and nasty. But once you come to an understanding that money is neutral, it’s easy to see that having money does not necessarily deprive somebody else. There’s no reason why you can’t be very rich and still be an extremely spiritual and wonderfully generous person—aligned to the God Force—with a huge heart, and compassion for everyone you meet." — Stuart Wilde
A Little More Like Jesus
by Zach WilliamsFrom Grammy Award-winning musician Zach Williams comes a fun and engaging picture book that invites children to hop on board for a ride to learn about the fruits of the spirit and discover how to be a little more like Jesus every day.Destination KINDNESS!All aboard for LOVE!Take a ride to PATIENCE, PEACE …and FAITH in God above!Climb on board for GOODNESS—it&’s just up ahead!Buckle up for Jesus and hear the things he said.Kids can uncover the joy of following Jesus&’s example in A Little More Like Jesus by Christian music artist Zach Williams. This imaginative picture book invites children 4-8 to climb aboard for a journey that explores the fruits of the spirit in a new and exciting way, using simple-yet-impactful rhymes that help kids see just how easy it can be to show more love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control, and goodness to everyone they meet. Paired with bright and engaging artwork that brings the message to life, this inspiring story for your young one will help them foster a strong connection with God through creativity and being exactly who God made them to be!In addition, A Little More Like Jesus:Aids in spiritual development by giving kids real-world, hands-on examples of ways they can show Jesus&’s love to those around themIs a perfect read-aloud for story time, family devotions, and bedtime<span dat
A Little Mormon Girl
by Eva HunterThe author recounts her childhood in a devout Mormon family in Boulder City, Utah, where she was subjected to her mother's hostility and her father's sexual abuse. She describes her escape into drinking and drugs and finally, at eighteen, her flight to San Francisco's Haight-Ashbury in the famous Summer of Love. Despite the pain of her childhood, she ultimately finds peace with the past and moves forward with her life.
Little Mosque on the Prairie and the Paradoxes of Cultural Translation
by Kyle ConwayIn 2007, Little Mosque on the Prairie premiered on the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation network. It told the story of a mosque community that worshiped in the basement of an Anglican church. It was a bona fide hit, running for six seasons and playing on networks all over the world. Kyle Conway’s textual analysis and in-depth research, including interviews from the show’s creator, executive producers, writers, and CBC executives, reveals the many ways Muslims have and have not been integrated into North American television. Despite a desire to showcase the diversity of Muslims in Canada, the makers of Little Mosque had to erase visible signs of difference in order to reach a broad audience. This paradox of ‘saleable diversity’ challenges conventional ideas about the ways in which sitcoms integrate minorities into the mainstream.
The Little Old Man and His Dreams
by Lillian RossGod comes to an old man in his dreams and allows him to attend his granddaughter's wedding; but in return the old man must come to live with God.
Little One, God Loves You
by Amy Warren HillikerLittle One, God Loves You, written by Amy Warren Hilliker and inspired by the New York Times #1 bestseller The Purpose Driven Life, is a cute and cuddly board book that shows children just how much God loves and cares about them.Little One, God Loves You:Contains sweet, rhymed text, perfect for reading aloud and savoring at homeFeatures adorable animal illustrations that children will loveHas a simple, heartwarming message ideal for children ages 0-4Makes a wonderful gift for baptisms, Easter baskets, stocking stuffers, baby showers, and birthdaysIs perfect for fans of Nancy Tillman and Ann Whitford Paul
Little One, God Made You Special
by Amy Warren HillikerLittle One, God Made You Special, written by Amy Warren Hilliker and inspired by the New York Times #1 bestseller The Purpose-Driven Life, is the perfect reminder that God created each child with intention. This cuddly board book reminds children that God made each one of us very special. Children will be encouraged with:Short sweet rhymes that highlight their unique featuresSweet colorful art with adorable animalsThe understanding of individuality and characteristicsLittle One, God Made You Special is:Perfect for children ages 0-4A great gift for baby showers, baptisms, and birthdaysThe perfect book to read at story time or bedtime
