At the heart of this gothic, richly poetic novel is a relationship between a servant, Blanche Steadman, and the family of her master, a powerful Guyanese judge. As the book progresses toward an emotional revelation, a cast of unforgettable characters is introduced--including Disguile, with his dreams of a new empire ruled by black men; the cross-dressing Baby-Boy, with his face painted white; and the mysterious Irene Gittings, the market woman who befriends Blanche. At question in their relationships is whether happiness is possible in a divided nation, in a Guyanese society that shuts its eyes and ears to past and present suffering.

"A Life Without Serenity," is the story of a young woman who was born to an Appalachian world of a dead father at the age of one and a mother seeking refuge in the arms of other men. Serenity Anastasia Wells endured more loss than any other human being needed to. She grew up quickly, robbed from childhood innocence and teenage dreams. The death of her true love Mattie, throws her into the arms of a boy, trapped in a man's body. John Wayne Matthews was not a cowboy, but a nightmare. This nightmare would last half her lifetime and would cause her more pain than the deaths of her best friend and baby girl.

This is a story of survival, my survival. While walking home from a resturant where we had been to bid farewell to my friend, who was going to live in Greece I was hit by a car, leaving me almost dead. I spent 8 months in hospital trying to recover from the very serious injuries that I sustained that night and it was wrote in an attempt to give hope to others who have to deal with such injuries or the families who need to be there when such a dramatic, life changing event happens

From the Author of "Adopting A Toddler," Denise Hoppenhauer brings you "Adopting a Daughter from China." Written for first time parents, the practical advice offered here combines the challenging aspects of parenthood, with personal experience and the unique needs of adoptive families. This easy to read, book covers every aspect of adopting from China: preparing the nursery, changing a name, the baby wardrobe, child development, selecting a pediatrician, child safety, feeding baby, the wait, packing for your trip, travel to China, early days together, pre and post-adoption resources, and more. "Even better than the first, the combination of Denise's research and experience as an adoptive parent makes "Adopting a Daughter from China," a must read for first time parents." Mary Mooney, Executive Director, Adoption Guides "Once again Denise provides practical, down-to-earth information for parents wishing to adopt, this time for those wanting a daughter from China. Her style is easy and enjoyable to read, her tips are excellent and her information well-researched." Anne R. Hughes, Executive Director, Beacon House Adoption Services, Inc. Denise Harris Hoppenhauer is the Author of "Adopting A Toddler: What Size Shoes Does She Wear?." She is the Executive Director of Adobaby, LLC, Adoption Consultants and Dossier Assistance. The Author is donating 10% of her proceeds to organizations that aid orphaned children.

Finally, a childcare book written with the unique needs of adopted toddlers in mind. Written by an adoptive parent, Adopting A Toddler: What Size Shoes Does She Wear? is an indispensable guide to the wonderful world of toddler adoption. Filled with essential parenting information, Adopting a Toddler answers many questions that parents ask, including questions about changing a name, choosing a crib versus a bed, beginning potty training, and what size shoes to buy. Adopting a Toddler is easy to read and covers every aspect of adopting a one to four year-old; with sections on the toddler wardrobe, the nursery, child safety, mealtime, bath time, selecting a pediatrician, medical considerations, international adoption travel, pre and post adoption resources, and more. Adopting a Toddler provides the most up-to-date solutions for preparing for your new arrival. If you're a first time parent, believe me--this is the practical 'how to, how much, when, where and why' guide to preparing for and welcoming your toddler home. Highly recommended --Roberta Rosenberg, AdoptShoppeBooks.com Adopting a Toddler fulfills an unclaimed niche within the realm of older child adoption literature. Ms. parent. Parents will refer to it multiple times.--Susan M. Ward Editor, Older Child Adoption Online Magazine, www olderchildadoption.com Written with a mom's humor, this book contains the most practical advice on adopting a toddler I have ever read.--John Maclean, Author, Russian Adoption Handbook, Chinese Adoption Handbook Denise Harris Hoppenhauer is an adoptive parent and advocate. She is the Program Coordinator for an International Adoption Agency and the 2003 recipient of the Dave Thomas Advocate of the Year Award from the South Carolina Council On Adoptable Children. The Author is donating 10 per cent of her proceeds to Shoes for Orphan S