Resilient Memoir

After escaping war-torn France, where 18 members of her family were murdered in the Holocaust, Gisèle Huff arrived in the US with her mother. It was 1947, and they had $400 to their name. Gisèle quickly found her footing in America, eventually earning a PhD at Columbia University, running for Congress, and launching a spectacular career in K–12 education.

What do you do when a bucket list goal turns into one long week that changes you forever? Bethany and Vince are a dating couple who decide to climb Mt Kilimanjaro together. They had no idea how this treacherous journey would challenge them as a couple and individually. They lost a climber at the summit and a piece of them still remains on that mountaintop. The seven days they spent on the side of a mountain forging relationships with the strangers they met in their group changed them forever. They saw tragedy, experienced tears and devastation, and the reward of accomplishment. This story ...

Resilience in Bloom: A Mother's Journey is a powerful and inspiring story of one woman's determination to overcome life's most difficult challenges. This deeply personal memoir takes you through the incredible journey of a mother who faced the struggles of addiction, single motherhood, and the devastating loss of custody of her children. Despite these obstacles, she fought tirelessly to regain custody, achieve sobriety, and build a better life for her family.

The Year of the Metal Rat, 2020. A time of plague, panic, and planetary upheaval. While some masked up and locked down to protect the vulnerable, others weaponized denial, stormed public spaces, and called basic science tyranny. Around the world, truth fractured into echo chambers, and dystopia crept in on viral feet. From inside China's Zero COVID bubble, Jorah Kai chronicles an unforgettable year—one where he swaps classrooms for quarantines and nightly news for neighborhood resilience. As the world burns, he reaches out to friends and frontline voices across the globe, weaving a chorus...

In his debut audiobook, Lessons from the Edge, Aldo will inspire listeners with his jaw-dropping stories and show them how to survive and thrive through sheer strength of mind and sharp decision-making. It will reveal how this tough military man was able to cope with suddenly feeling worthless, how he overcame doors literally slamming in his face, how he came to realise that you can't wait for things to happen and instead how he rediscovered his identity and harnessed his emotions to his advantage to find determination, purpose and a renewed sense of belonging.

Abandoned by her hustling father, raised by her devoted mother, then battered by the winds of loss, heartbreak, and sexual assault, awarded diversity and inclusion leader and author Nikki Murphy exposes the undercurrents of resilience and faith that undergird her success in this riveting memoir-in-verse. Home for Hurricanes provides a sobering portrayal of both the jubilance and hardening of Black girls emanating from the ghettos, and Murphy celebrates their resolve to build free and whole lives.

House on Fire, a raw and riveting memoir by author and publisher Jenn T. Grace, explores her journey growing up as an adopted child in a chaotic household. Surviving a turbulent childhood marked by family conflict, mental illness, and alcoholism, Grace promises herself that life will get better. But as an adult, Grace’s personal and professional successes belie her inner turmoil.

"A Fight for Me: A Journey from Wreckage to Redemption" is a powerful and honest memoir adapted for young readers from the international bestseller "The Devil Inside Me" by Joshua T. Berglan. This gripping narrative chronicles the author's tumultuous journey through addiction, mental health struggles, and personal turmoil, ultimately leading to resilience, faith, and redemption. Berglan shares his raw and unfiltered story of overcoming immense challenges, including substance abuse, trauma, and the consequences of harmful choices. This book offers a message of hope and transformation, ...

This book is based on a journey within the depths of Selira's soul. Journey From Midnight is a compelling and extraordinary true account of a young girl adapting into the life of adulthood while dealing with the streets and all the snares and setbacks along the way. Get a first-hand look into the life of a former runaway. In an attempt to escape abuse, Selira V. Samanne set out into the world alone at age 11, only to find herself lost on a lonesome road while trying to find her way to a better place and to herself as well.

Explore a powerful story in "Stronger Than You Thought!" as the author courageously reveals the secrets of her childhood. In this heartfelt story, she sheds light on the pervasive issue of abuse, especially among African cultures, where silence often masks the pain endured by young souls. Through her journey from motherhood to grandmotherhood, she shares the buried whispers of her past, inviting listeners to break the cycle of suffering.

A poignant memoir of a Black man you don't meet everyday, emerging author Jason Hill has raised the standard of the nonfiction narrative. A introverted kid growing up in Chicago, Hill recounts in a voice you'll never forget how he overcame everything from family dysfunction, bullying, incarceration, and homelessness to forge his own unmistakable path in which you'll also recognize yourself. Vulnerable, well-written, funny, and inspiring, through it all, Jason Hill is brutally honest about his own flaws and shortcomings, holding nothing back.

Step beyond hardship and into hope with Journeying with God Part II, the soul-stirring sequel that illuminates the triumph of faith amidst Sudan's turmoil. Where Part I left you captivated by John's childhood resilience, Part II takes you deeper into his journey, a coming-of-age saga forged in the crucible of adversity. Witness the fire of faith ignite: Delve into the pivotal moment of John's conversion to Christianity. His raw honesty and intimate details offer a rare glimpse into this transformative event, sparking your own reflection on faith and finding purpose. Brace for the brutal ...

Etched in tradition, etched in memory: "The Scarification" is a searing autobiographical masterpiece that delves into the heart of South Sudanese culture through the unique lens of facial markings. Forget fleeting trends; this book dives deep into a practice steeped in history and meaning. Walk alongside the author as he unravels the rich tapestry of traditional aesthetics, cultural significance, and multifaceted symbolism hidden within intricate scarification patterns. Experience the power of first-person storytelling: Feel the sting of the blade and the weight of tradition: The author's ...

Defying war and circumstance, John's extraordinary journey continues in Journeying with God Part III. This inspiring memoir traces his pursuit of education amidst the turbulence of 1990s Sudan. Forget classrooms and chalkboards. John's education began under a tree, a testament to his unyielding thirst for knowledge in a war-torn land. This isn't a typical child's journey - it's a story of resilience forged in adversity, where every step towards learning is a victory against impossible odds. Witness the triumph of the human spirit: From shade to university halls: Follow John's remarkable ...

Embark on a soul-stirring pilgrimage. Dive into Journeying with God Part I - V, a five-part literary masterpiece that's not just a collection of books, but a transformative journey of self-discovery. Forget ordinary. This series plunges you into a world of adventure, growth, and profound human connection. Each chapter, a gem carefully crafted to inspire and move your soul. This isn't just a trilogy; it's a complete saga, enriched by two bonus sections brimming with insightful concepts. Prepare to be captivated: Unravel the story of John: Experience his childhood in war-torn Sudan, his ...

In 2001, Christine Yanke’s life was turned upside down after police raided her family’s home and arrested her Hells Angel husband. Suddenly an unemployed single mother of three boys, she had to fight to keep her home and family together. For the next three years, her husband awaited a trial that would determine their future together as a family. Blinded by an Angel is the true story of one woman’s struggle to survive mental, physical, and financial hardships.

What lessons might cancer teach him before it finishes him off? Peter Goldsworthy asks, obliquely. A GP of forty years' practice, as well as one of Australia's most awarded and celebrated writers, Goldsworthy ('Doctor Pete' to his patients) brings his characteristic black humour and storytelling power to the tale of his own cancer journey. Accidentally diagnosed after a scan of his dicky knee, he was thrown into a world that he knew only too well from the other side: a world that soon shrank to hospital visits, sleepless and hyped-up nights on dexamethasone and life-saving chemotherapy.

"Breaking Free: A Journey of Resilience" offers an inspiring glimpse into the author's courageous journey through adversity and triumph. From conquering childhood abuse to navigating toxic relationships and challenging work environments, this memoir is a compelling testament to the resilience and unwavering spirit of the human condition. Through captivating narrative and deep introspection, "Breaking Free" sheds light on critical topics such as navigating foster care, disillusionment in marriage, pursuing higher education, and confronting the profound impact of mental health struggles.

As you listen on, you will come across struggle, survival, disappointment, and hope. You will laugh, and you will cry; you will reflect, and you will remember, but most importantly, you will learn, grow, and be transformed by the stories of these resilient women. When a small group of career women met at a Let’s Grow Sip & Paint event in January 2020, they joked that 2020 was the only time they were all going to have 20/20 vision, and they should embrace it and create a legacy for the new decade.

For many of us, fear is something best avoided. But as professional snowboarder Aimee Fuller knows well, fear can also be a catalyst for growth—and the true magic happens when you take your fear and turn it into fire. In this bright and insightful book, Aimee draws from her personal experience to show you how to get to know fear without letting it hold you back, how to learn from failure, and help you reframe fear as your most powerful ally.