Victor Hugo once said There is one thing stronger than all the armies in the world, and that is an idea whose time has come. For 55 years, it had not even dawned on me that I was a writer. My first clue should have been when I realized that there absolutely wasn't anything about which I didn't have an opinion. For five years I published a weekly newsletter for my church. No one else seemed to want to do it, and it was something that I loved doing. The fourteen years that I worked as an Insurance Agent should also have given me a nudge. I often gave group presentations that included stories about so many of my life experiences. Many clients encouraged me to write them down and share them with others. But it took a life-changing crisis that made me take a look within and find why God had placed me here. I have written a collection of insights that I gained during the first half of my life. Each chapter begins with a joke, a thought or a scripture that I believe God laid on my heart. The body of each chapter consists of a relating experience, insight or lesson that I gained. And each chapter is completed with a prayer. I have noticed how people are enjoying inspirational books that are also a Quick read such as mine. I submitted Chapter Five to the Indianapolis Star and it was published in the Faith and Values section of that newspaper. I think that one sign that a book could be good is when the reader wants more. Each person who has read these chapters did exactly that and asked if they can pass on to others what they have enjoyed or gained from my book. I would like to thank you in advance for taking the time to read some of what I believe God has shown me in my life. Come Share The Cookies. Lord, bless this reader, Amen.

From modern pop culture to anti-Blackness, faith and family, politics, education, creativity and working life; this anthology gives visibly Muslim women a space to speak. SPOILER ALERT: We won't be answering the usual questions! Perceived as the visual representation of Islam, hijab-wearing Muslim women are nevertheless rarely afforded a platform on their own terms. Harangued by awkward questions, radical commentators sensationalising our existence, non-Muslims and non-hijabis making assumptions, men speaking on our behalf, or stereotypical norms being perpetuated by the same old faces, hijabis are tired. Cut from the Same Cloth? seeks to tip the balance back in our favour. Here, twenty-one women of all ages and races look beyond the tired tropes, exploring the breadth of our experience and spirituality. It's time we, as a society, stop with the hijab-splaining and make space for the women who know. Essays by Negla Abdalla, Zahra Adams, Sabeena Akhtar, Mariam Ansar, Fatima Ahdash, Shaista Aziz, Suma Din, Khadijah Elshayyal, Ruqaiya Haris, Raisa Hassan, Fatha Hassan, Sumaya Kassim, Rumana Lasker Dawood, Suhaiymah Manzoor Khan, Asha Mohamed, Sofia Rehman, Yvonne Ridley Aisha Rimi, Khadijah Rotimi, Sophie Williams, Hodan Yusuf.

What ? can your cat teach you about God's love? does eternity look like? does a plump mouse have in common with your spiritual walk? motivated Jesus to talk to a tree? can a baby elephant teach you about your heavenly Father? can a chicken and a banana peel teach you about staying focused on God's purposes?

Within the pages of In His Light, Cherie Hammers combines biblical truth with her own personal experiences to illustrate how God's Word applies to every facet of life. Through perceptive and often whimsical personal stories, Cherie reveals the meaning of God's Word as it applies to walking in His light in a variety of life experiences. Realize heightened spiritual insights and witness how God's principles will help you to walk in His light.

"In His Light not only kept our attention, but left my wife and I wanting more. These daily devotionals were inspiring, like little nuggets, that one looks forward to reading. Cherie knows how to take circumstances out of everyday events and use them as life lessons. Hoping this is just the first in a series." --Wade McShane, national radio host

?Cherie has a way of spinning timeless truths in a practical fashion. I enjoyed her insights and stories, and you will too ? --Russ Lee, contemporary Christian singer and songwriter

What a Difference A Day Makes- Nurturing the Trinity of Spirit, Mind, and Body is a book that will guide you through a more positive, healthy, inspired walk through life. This book will motivate you to live a life of positive thoughts, to lift your spirit, while maintaining a sharp mind, and finally keeping your body healthy with holistic remedies and delicious recipes. "If you take care of your body today, it will take care of you in the future."