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In the face of tragedy is when heroes are born and miracles happen, and Gabrielle Giffords is nothing if not both. A terrible attempt was made on her life and we all stopped and took notice, waiting with baited breath for good news. She’s been dealt a strong hand, but she has persevered and she…
The diminutive singing sensation from Down Under’s story is told in “”Female Force: Kylie Minogue.” Kylie’s colourful experiences are brought to life as we follow the star’s ups and downs. From capturing nation’s hearts in Neighbours to the life & loves of a national treasure, and her brave struggle with cancer. As featured on CNN,…
In a behind the scenes look of the Princess Ventures series, as well as Black Widow, author Marisa L. Williams delves into a reality-based fictional script in New Orleans before Hurricane Katrina. When money is tight, sometimes the only option for a meal is to go on a date a nice guy who is willing…
The second book of the Into the Fescrement series, Phishing for Normalcy goes beyond the scope of New Orleans before Hurricane Katrina, venturing across the country with the Phish tour in a twisted story of love that is lost. This book coincides with the Princess Ventures Trilogy, as well as Black Widow, giving a more…
The Story Girl narrates the adventures of a group of young cousins and their friends who live in a rural community on Prince Edward Island, Canada.
The Mysterious Key And What It Opened By Louisa May AlcottTrevlyn lands and Trevlyn gold, Heir nor heiress e’er shall hold, Undisturbed, till, spite of rust, Truth is found in Trevlyn dust. “This is the third time I’ve found you poring over that old rhyme. What is the charm, Richard? Not its poetry I fancy.”…
Short Stories Lucy Maud MontgomeryThe land dropped abruptly down from the gate, and a thick, shrubby growth of young apple orchard almost hid the little weather-grey house from the road. This was why the young man who opened the sagging gate could not see that it was boarded up, and did not cease his cheerful…
Shawl-Straps By Louisa M. Alcott’On the first day of February we three will sail from Boston for Messina, in the little fruit-ship “Wasp.” We shall probably be a month going, unless we cross in a gale as I did, splitting sails every night, and standing on our heads most of the way, ‘ said Amanda,…
Edna Ferber, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Show Boat and Giant, achieved her first great success with a series of stories she published in American Magazine between 1911 and 1913. The stories featured Emma McChesney: smart, savvy, stylish, divorced mother, and Midwest traveling sales representative for T. A. Buck’s Featherloom skirts and petticoats. With one hand…
Rilla of Ingleside By Lucy Maud MontgomeryRilla of Ingleside (1921) is the eighth of nine books in the Anne of Green Gables series by Lucy Maud Montgomery, but was the sixth “Anne” novel in publication order. This book draws the focus back onto a single character, Anne and Gilbert’s youngest daughter Bertha Marilla “Rilla” Blythe….
Far From the Madding Crowd (1874) is Thomas Hardy’s fourth novel and his first major literary success. It originally appeared anonymously as a monthly serial in Cornhill Magazine, where it gained a wide readership. In Thomas Hardy’s first major literary success, independent and spirited Bathsheba Everdene has come to Weatherbury to take up her position…
Selene is far more than a coloring book! The story of Selene, the bull-leaper, is a story of a young woman who defeats fear and socialization, and gains self-hood through accomplishments of her own. Her name means moon and this name was common for young women to take up in honor of the Moon Goddess…
From galaxies far away to stories set all too close to home, Carrie Fisher has done it all and seen it all. From her youth as the daughter of a famous Hollywood singer and actress, to her own time in the acting spotlight, Carrie Fisher has been a strong role model for women everywhere. She…
Millions of readers worldwide have been captivated by the best selling Harry Potter series, but what is even more incredible is the woman who created him and his fantastic world. From telling stories as a child, to being forced to go on welfare, and finally becoming one of the world’s most famous writers, the story…
With the popularity of comic adaptations on television and at the movies, these current topics can be a great way to engage students by bringing characters and stories they connect with into the classroom to help them build the skills that they need to be successful. Comic Connections: Reflecting on Women in Popular Culture is…
