Nancy Rue Boeken

Ryan Coe voelt zich verloren: haar huwelijk is voorbij. haar kinderen wonen bij hun vader, God laat niets van zich horen en ze heeft amper geduld. Daar komt nog bij dat ze haar opwindende baan als fotojournaliste heeft moeten opgeven voor een baan bij een plaatselijk klein dagblad. Als ze voor haar werk op een plaats delict aankomt en het gezicht van haar zoon door haar telelens ziet, stort haar wereld in. Haar enige doel is erachter komen wie de echte daders zijn en waarom die haar zoon ervoor laten opdraaien. Maar voordat Ryan haar zoon kan helpen, moet ze eerst haar boosheid onder controle zien te krijgen. Ze meldt zich aan bij de eigenzinnige psycholoog Sullivan Crisp. Al gauw krijgt ze in de gaten dat hij geen therapeut is die haar problemen snel voor haar oplost.

Meet Lucy Rooney, a motherless tomboy with an inquisitive mind, a strong will, and a straight-forward approach, who knows every inch of the small and dusty New Mexico town in which she lives with her blind father. She is constantly searching for the why in everything. Sometimes it helps answer her questions, and sometimes it just gets her into t

Lucy navigates the complexities of growing up as she faces challenges at home and school. With her dad away and Aunt Karen stepping in, she struggles to find her identity amidst unkind classmates and the pressures of competitive soccer. As J.J. experiences bullying and Lucy prepares for Olympic Development Program try-outs, her faith becomes a crucial source of strength. This journey explores themes of resilience, friendship, and the search for self-acceptance in the face of adversity.

Sophie LaCroix is an aspiring film director with a vivid imagination that often leads her into challenging situations. Her creative spirit and dramatic flair are central to her character, but it's her faith and the support of her friends that help her navigate the ups and downs of her journey.

New management at the radio station threatens to let Lucy's father go, claiming his blindness is holding the station back. That may mean a move for Lucy and her dad. In order to help her father, Lucy has to let him go for a while and that means leaning on God to help her make the sacrifice.

Demi's life takes an unexpected turn when a single photograph thrusts her private struggles into the spotlight. As she navigates the fallout from this exposure, she embarks on a journey of healing and self-discovery. The story explores themes of vulnerability, resilience, and the complexities of fame, ultimately revealing how public scrutiny can lead to personal growth and transformation.

The narrative explores the journey of self-discovery and resilience in the face of adversity. It delves into how individuals confront their struggles and seek healing, both physically and emotionally. Through transformative experiences and personal growth, the story emphasizes the importance of courage and the pursuit of inner peace. The metaphor of "Healing Waters" symbolizes the refuge and renewal that characters seek amidst life's challenges.

Grow with the spirited, sometimes awkward, but always charming Lily as she learns what real beauty is. In this fun, entertaining story, readers meet awkward sixth grader Lily Robbins who, after receiving a compliment about her looks from a woman in the modeling business, becomes obsessed with her appearance and with becoming a model. As she sets her sights on winning the model search fashion show, she exchanges her rock and feather collection for lip gloss, fashion magazines, and a private “club” with her closest friends. But when the unthinkable happens the night before the fashion show, Lily learns a valuable lesson about real beauty. This best-selling, biblically based fiction series for girls—with a fresh new look and updated content—addresses social issues and coming-of-age topics, all with the spunk and humor of Lily Robbins as she fumbles her way through unfamiliar territory. As readers come to love Lily and her stories, they’ll also benefit from the companion nonfiction books that will help them through their own growing pains.

A woman believes her family is ideal, but a shocking revelation shatters her perception of their lives. As secrets come to light, she must confront hidden truths and navigate the complexities of relationships. The story explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the quest for authenticity, leading to a gripping journey of self-discovery and resilience. As she unravels the facade of her seemingly perfect life, she learns that appearances can be deceiving and that real strength lies in facing the truth.

Things are finally getting better for Laura Duffy. Kind of.Despite nursing a broken jaw, Laura is finding a good balance between God, friends, school, and family. But something is happening at Panama Beach High School that is going to rattle every part of Laura's life.A group of new students has arrived whose olive skin and awkward accents draw unwelcome attention from the school's angriest group of burnouts. No one is sure where the new kids came from, why they don't seek friends, or why a bully named Wolf is making their lives so difficult.As tensions rise, Laura finds herself wanting to help, but is frustrated by God's seeming silence. And just when it looks like the tides have turned, things get much, much worse.Join Laura as she struggles to figure out how to be friends with outsiders, extend grace to enemies, and make sense of events that can do far more damage than a broken jaw.