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'Will inspire you never to dim your light.' - Katie Piper OBE The
debut book in Katie Piper's UnSeen series looks at fashion model's
Ellie Goldstein's astounding journey as she overcomes adversity and
makes history by becoming the first supermodel with Down Syndrome
to represent prestigious brands, such as Gucci and Adidas, in major
campaigns around the world. When Ellie Goldstein was first
diagnosed with Down Syndrome, her mother was soon told that her
new-born would amount to nothing. For 21 years and counting, Ellie
Goldstein has been defying the odds and overcoming every hardship
thrown at her. Told she wouldn’t walk, Ellie has danced on
mainstages. Told she wouldn’t learn, she has gained a college
education. And told not to dream, Ellie has gone on to become the
first model with Down Syndrome to be photographed for Gucci and
continues to change the face of fashion from the inside out in
countless international campaigns. Ellie's heart, humour, and hard
work has allowed her to achieve her dreams. An advocate for
disability, Ellie uses her platform as a disabled model to act as a
role model and inspire other people with Down Syndrome. Ellie's
story highlights the importance of family, and how community and
support can carry people through the toughest of times. Against All
Odds includes the perspective of both Ellie and her mother Yvonne,
making Ellie's story the perfect read for parents and carers of
those with disabilities or those who, like Katie Piper OBE, are
passionate about championing the most vulnerable in society.
Against All Odds is the first book in Katie Piper's UnSeen series,
which shed light on untold stories of unwavering hope that deserve
to be heard. The UnSeen empowers readers to own their stories and
know that they too deserve to be seen. Ellie's inspirational story
will challenge you to unlearn everything you thought you knew about
living with a disability and inspire you to see adversity as fuel
for your fight.
A Little Bit of Hope is an uplifting book filled with positive,
bite-sized affirmations by inspirational TV presenter and charity
campaigner Katie Piper. Perfect to take with you wherever you go
and are in need a positive boost to overcome your fears and be your
best self. This short and empowering collection 100 bite-sized
affirmations, abridged from Katie Piper's bestselling book A Little
Bit of Faith, encourages us to see that heartbreak and hardship can
become fuel for your fight. Whatever life has thrown at you lately,
you can fall countless times and still get back up again and
succeed - all you need is a little bit of hope. Beautifully
designed and wonderfully uplifting, this 100-day devotional is easy
to dip in and out of and take with you on the go. It will help you
find the strength and confidence when you need it most. Helpful and
a great gift for anyone struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, and
depression, or just looking for inspiration and a positive change
in your mindset. A Little Bit of Hope is a must-have book of
positive affirmations for optimising your mental health and
well-being.
Teeny Mouse is going on a big adventure, a journey she's never
taken before. And though it's big, and fun, and exciting, she
suddenly feels a little bit small... Journey with Teeny Mouse as
she discovers that All You Need to try out new things is a little
bit of courage and faith in yourself and in others. A perfect read
to share with young children fearful about trying new things. All
You Need is an uplifting and empowering picture book for children
written by bestselling author and TV presenter Katie Piper OBE.
Delightful and atmospheric pictures bring to life Teeny Mouse's
adventure, enabling readers to step into the journey with her.
Praise for Katie Piper OBE... 'Katie radiates positivity! A book
for those who need daily uplifting affirmations from one of the
most inspiring women I know. A must read to brighten up your days!'
- Laura Whitmore, author and presenter 'In a world that often feels
designed to prevent recovery from trauma, Katie Piper is the
inspirational warrior we all need. A champion of how to survive and
then thrive no matter what tragedy life sends our way' - Ian
Redpath and Jeremy Chopra, All on the Board 'Katie embodies
strength, resilience and positivity, and that is truly reflected in
her new book' - Alice Liveing, personal trainer, author and
Instagrammer 'Katie Piper is such an empowering person. Anyone who
has struggled with adversity and fought their way out of tough
situations can take comfort and inspiration from her approach to
life' - Matt Haig, author 'Faith, positivity and spirituality can
be such a powerful tool in life. No-one epitomises this more than
Katie Piper does' - Nadia Sawalha, TV presenter and personality
'Katie radiates positivity! A book for those who need daily
uplifting affirmations from one of the most inspiring women I know.
A must read to brighten up your days.' -- Laura Whitmore 'Katie
Piper is such an empowering person. Anyone who has struggled with
adversity and fought their way out of tough situations can take
comfort and inspiration from her approach to life.' -- Matt Haig
'Katie personifies both heart, courage, endurance and hope as the
extraordinary woman she is. It is beautifully expressed in this
gift of a book that everyone of us can learn and grow from.' --
Julia Samuel A Little Bit of Faith is the perfect daily devotional
for anyone trying to fill their days with hope, faith and
positivity. Providing 365 bite-sized affirmations, Katie Piper
encourages us to see that heartbreak and hardship can become fuel
for your fight. Whatever life has thrown at you lately, you can
fall countless times and still get back up again - all you need is
a little bit of faith. Full of hope and warmth, this lovely daily
devotional draws on Katie's own faith to show how spirituality has
brought greater confidence and meaning to her life. Katie invites
you to journey with her through the year, with seasonal thoughts
for every day that break down the things we all struggle with and
show how, with faith and positivity, we can face and overcome them.
Beautifully designed and wonderfully uplifting, this 365-day
devotional is easy to dip in and out of. It will help you find
strength and confidence when you need it most, and also makes a
delightful gift. Packed with hard-won words of wisdom and practical
advice, A Little Bit of Faith is the companion every reader needs
to grow and glow right where you are.
When twenty-three-year-old Sophie Lee was booked to perform at a
huge event in Chicago, she thought it was a dream come true. Little
did Sophie know it was about to become her nightmare. Sophie had
been dancing since she was three and fire-breathing for five years,
so when the too-strong air-conditioning unit blasted fire back at
her, she had no frame of reference for what would happen next; her
face and chest went up in flames and her image was changed forever.
This book tells the story of one woman’s courage in rising from
the ashes as she learns to discover that true beauty is more than
skin deep - in a society that so often tells us otherwise. Touching
on vulnerability, expectation, disappointment and comparison, In My
Skin will encourage others that they can face the impossible and
rebuild themselves - better than they ever thought possible.
A beautiful gift edition of Katie Piper's popular page-a-day
affirmations book. 'Positive affirmations helped me in my darkest
times to focus on my health and happiness, and to remember I was
not alone. I know how well they worked for me in regaining my life,
and now I want to share them with you.' Be inspired by the
uplifting thoughts, quotes and mantras that helped give Katie Piper
courage and hope after her rape and acid attack. They are one of
the tools she used to rebuild her life. With Katie's guiding
messages, you can begin every day on the right track. Keep this
book by your side or give it to a loved one, for positive
inspiration and inner strength whenever times get tough.
A harrowing but ultimately inspiring memoir of how one girl's
beautiful face and spirit was destroyed after a vicious acid attack
"I heard a horrible screaming sound, like an animal being
slaughtered . . . then I realised it was me." When Katie Piper was
24, her life was near perfect. Young and beautiful, she was well on
her way to fulfilling her dream of becoming a model. But then she
met Daniel Lynch on Facebook and her world quickly turned into a
nightmare. After being held captive and brutally raped by her new
boyfriend, Katie was subjected to a vicious acid attack. Within
seconds, this bright and bubbly girl could feel her looks and the
life she loved melting away. This""is the moving true story of how
one young woman had her mind, body, and spirit cruelly snatched
from her and how she inspired millions with her fight to get them
back.
'Katie Piper has an attitude to life that can make anything
bearable. She's a hero' MARIAN KEYES The heartbreaking, inspiring
and uplifting story of Katie Piper's journey from recovery to new
beginnings, motherhood and finding love. Since the brutal rape and
acid attack that left her permanently disfigured, Katie Piper has
rebuilt her life one piece at a time. In this powerful sequel to
her bestselling memoir, Katie reveals what happened next, as her
life changed in ways she never thought possible. Behind her brave
face and public success, Katie's story is still heartbreaking at
times as she faces medical procedures, terrifying flashbacks and
fears for the future. But as Katie finds her Prince Charming - and
becomes a mother against the odds - she experiences both the wonder
and anxiety of starting a new, loving family. You will both smile
and cry as you join Katie on her highs and lows. With her trademark
warmth, honesty and courage, Katie Piper takes you by the hand
through her story, showing that no matter how lost you feel in
life, you are never alone. 'Katie is one of the most inspirational
people I have ever met' SIMON COWELL
Britain's most inspiring young woman helps give others the courage
to cope with life's challenges, through personal anecdotes and
expert advice. To look and listen to the extraordinary Katie Piper,
it is difficult to comprehend the severe trauma she suffered from a
brutal rape and acid attack which left her with deep physical and
emotional scars. These terrible events would have crushed most
people, but through her positive outlook and sheer determination,
Katie has become inspirational to millions and living proof that no
matter what life throws at you, if you work hard and believe -
things will get better. Katie now begins to answer the question
that everyone wants to know - 'Where did you find the courage?' She
shares the key steps and support that led to her emotional recovery
and acknowledges the pain we have all felt at times, whether
suffering a breakup, life change or more serious trauma. Drawing on
her own experiences and letters from other survivors, Katie shows
with spectacular compassion that we can all find the strength
within to carry on.
'Confidence is about empowerment. It's about valuing who you are,
not what you want to do or how you look. It's about finding the
courage to live the life you want, the way you want. Don't look for
happiness in other people, find it in yourself.' Katie Piper Katie
Piper is Britain's most inspiring woman: a campaigner, a
bestselling author, a mother, and a role model to us all as a voice
of recovery and resilience. Since the acid attack that left her
severely burned, she has refused to give her attackers the
satisfaction of being the girl whose life they ruined - and she has
emerged the other side happier, braver and more confident than
ever. Katie shares her experiences, advice and encouragement to
help build up self-esteem and find true happiness. Join Katie on
her journey to confidence - with her guidance, you can achieve the
things you might never have thought possible. 'When it comes to
confidence, we could all take a leaf out of Katie's book. She has
overcome more than anyone else I know' CHERYL 'Katie Piper has an
attitude to life that can make anything bearable. She's a hero'
MARIAN KEYES
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