Christopher Reid

Valerie J. Lewis Coleman

What your father didn't tell you and your mother didn't know. Successful. Beautiful. Intelligent. Yet a satisfying relationship eludes Debra Hampton. At thirty-five years old, she can't figure out why her philosophy on men-and what they want from women-isn't working. She's trapped in a cycle of shattered relationships, until a friend refers her to a relationship guru. After some resistance, Debra finds refuge in his counsel as he helps her navigate through the storms of rejection and failed love. Once he reveals the error of her ways, will Debra master the forbidden secrets to attract her soul mate or continue to keep love at bay? Valerie J. Lewis Coleman is the multi-bestselling author of Blended Families An Anthology and award-winning publisher of more than twenty titles. This problem-solving expert is on a mission to restore stepfamilies, empower women and equip writers to be greater. ValerieJLColeman.com TheGoodyBoxBook.com

The Forbidden Secrets of the Goody Box

Astronaut. Ballerina. Chef. Doctor. What do you want to be? Samara and Lyric are cousins who love to visit their grandmother, MeMe. The girls talk about all the wonderful things they want to be. Their self-esteem and confidence grow as they learn about women who have done what they hope to do. Oh, The Things I Can Be When I See Me was inspired by a grandmother's conversations with her granddaughters. Filled with historical pioneers and modern-day trailblazers, this picture book empowers girls of color by providing examples of successful women who look like them. "As the mother of two brown girls, I know how important it is for young girls to 'see' themselves. Oh, The Things I Can Be When I See Me is an engaging and powerful book, which encourages girls to pursue their dreams." --Dr. Karen M. R Townsend, women's empowerment expert "What better way to start girls thinking about their endless career possibilities than Oh, The Things I Can Be When I See Me? Thank you, Valerie, for this magnificent gift to our girls!" --Dr. Sonia Cunningham Leverette, best-selling author of BJ's Big Dream To Valerie J. Lewis Coleman, every conversation with a child is an opportunity to teach. Whether basic life skills, kindness or career aspirations, she encourages her grandbabies and other children to be the best they can be. ThingsICanBe.com

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