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Shaniqua's Recommended Book List:

You can't go wrong with these great finds! Go a step further and form your very own book club. A few friends, a great book, cozy discussion room, and the rest is history. See books and descriptions listed below.

Life, Experience, Preparation, and Purpose by Shaniqua L Cousins

Book Description
A quest for purposeful soul searching, leading to fulfillment in life is the objective of Life, Experiences, Preparation, and Purpose. The book focuses on using life experiences as tools to prepare for the purposes of our lives. It is about finding true happiness and empowering yourself with the ability to accept life's circumstances. The importance of understanding who and where you are currently in life and getting to that place where you are destined to be is thoroughly discussed. Other topics explored include building healthy relationships, understanding and growing from our failures, and the power of purposeful living. Cousins speaks from the heart as she shares personal thoughts, questions, and even a few short stories. She explains how writing this book was the start of something new for her. Writing has given her the opportunity to tap into her inner self and begin the quest of searching for her life's purpose. You will be moved or touched in a way that will help you discover and or continue to fulfill your true purpose. Formatted journal style, blank pages have been provided at the end of each chapter for recording and reflecting upon your thoughts. These pages are provided for you to express who you are without reprieve and give you an opportunity to challenge yourself. Understand who you are and begin your journey. Capture the moments that make up your life! Your experiences! Your preparation! And ultimately your purpose! To prepare is to condition the mind and heart to receive what is to come. Know who you are! Love who you are! S. L. Cousins

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You Can Heal Your Life by Loiuse Hay

Book Description, Amazon.com. by Louise Hay (Author), Joan Perrin Falquet (Illustrator) "What we think about ourselves becomes the truth for us..." (more)
Key Phrases: new thought pattern, outer effects, Eye Problems, Female Problems, Heal Your Body

Eat, Pray, Love

Book Description, Amazon.com. One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia (Paperback) by Elizabeth Gilbert (Author)

GOD'S ROAD MAP FOR WOMEN

Book Description, Amazon.com from $4.49 by Bordon (Author), Winters (Author)The perfect gift for moms, sisters, and girlfriends--an inspiring guide for helping women find direction and encouragement in their daily lives. A true celebration of womanhood, this A-to-Z guide gives women insight on over 75 life topics and offers real inspiration and guidance to help them face every day with love, hope, and confidence. It is the fourth book in a series designed to provide readers with biblical direction and ready encouragement for whatever tasks they face. In GOD'S ROAD MAP FOR WOMEN, women will discover how they fit into God's plan and how to gain the inner strength to lead purposeful lives in today's world.

The Money Book for the Young, Fabulous & Broke

Book Description, Amazon.com
The Money Book for the Young, Fabulous & Broke (Paperback)by Suze Orman (Author) "Most likely, you are young; I hope you feel you are fabulous; and chances are, you are also broke..." (more) Key Phrases: Social Security, Fair Isaac, Uncle Sam (more...)

The Secret by Rhonda Byrne

Book Description
Rhonda Byrne's The Secret is a global phenomenon. It has become a world-wide bestseller, with millions flocking to its message that we can manipulate the reality around us by using the Law of Attraction. Now, in The Secret Diary, there is a tool designed to help use the lessons spelled out by Byrne and harness the energy more readily for whatever it is you want to accomplish: WEALTH TRAVEL WEIGHT LOSS POSSESSIONS IMPROVED RELATIONSHIPS ETC. Intended as a companion to the bestselling book and video, The Secret Diary is a book in which you record your progress, your thoughts, feelings, observations and experiences as you apply the Law of Attraction to your own circumstances. With specific questions and assignments, The Secret Diary will enhance the experience of everyone who has read the book and wants to put the incredible power described in it to work in his or her own life.

The Confidant Woman by Joyce Myer

From Publishers Weekly
Megaselling author Meyer (Approval Addiction; Battlefield of the Mind) turns her pointed pen to building confidence in women. She defines confidence as "all about being positive about what you can do—and not worrying over what you can't do." She quickly moves into describing God's view of women ("God never intended for women to be less than men in anyone's estimation") and what the Bible says about women in ministry, offering her interpretation of the Apostle Paul's controversial comments in 1 Corinthians. Meyer's quick jabs become less defined as she describes the seven secrets of the confident woman; rattles on about the Proverbs 31 woman; lists 10 women who overcame barriers to become leaders; and then describes 10 steps to female independence. The last seven chapters focus on how women can eliminate fear from their lives. As usual, Meyer presents a relentlessly upbeat message to her legion of eager readers: be confident, here's how, get going. It's a vital message to be sure, but discerning readers might prefer fewer platitudes and examples, less repetition and a bit more depth. (Sept. 5) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

Simple living for Busy People by Zondervan

(available from $0.88 on Amazon.com)

Book Description
This new and inspiring series addresses simple living from a wonderfully Christian perspective. More than defining what it takes to live this type of life, each meditation will also help the reader move from his/her seemingly complicated world to one that is not.

From the Back Cover
Inspiring series addresses simple living from a Christian perspective. More than defining what it takes to live a simplified life, each meditation helps the reader move from his or her seemingly complicated world to one that is not. Going beyond practical applications like cleaning out the closet and defeating procrastination, the meditations address managing mind and soul clutter and move the reader to a closer relationship with God.

Who Stole my Joy by Sandra Sandra

About the Author
As the Founder and CEO of Sandra Steen & Associates, Inc., an internationally acclaimed speaking, training and consulting firm, Sandra has established a reputation as an expert in the areas of inspiration/motivation, sales/customer service and communication/leadership. She has won many awards for outstanding contributions in corporate America including: Entrepreneurial Spirit Award Women of Enterprise Award Texas Woman to Watch International Firm of the Year African American Business Professional Service Award

Reposition Yourself by T D Jakes

Reposition Yourself: Living Life Without Limits

From Booklist
Jakes takes the biblical definition of faith--the substance of things not yet realized--and adds that without some effort, faith becomes nothing more than a belief in magic. Although he admonishes the trend toward prosperity preaching that equates economic well-being with blessedness, Jakes reinforces the connection between faith, good works, and responsibility. And citing biblical verses and observations by successful people--Liberian president Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and athlete Deion Sanders, among others--Jakes offers sound advice on how to put faith into action. He begins by insisting on a hard self-examination and takes aim at what he considers the major barrier to success: self-imposed limitations that result from a lack of spiritual faith. Jakes applies scripture across a wide range of personal challenges, including finding a mate and achieving financial success. For those who have already achieved a measure of success, Jakes cautions against complacency and arrogance. At whatever level of achievement, Jakes urges readers to learn to open themselves to giving and receiving blessings. Recalling his own rocky road to success from a childhood of poverty to the head of one of the nation's largest religious enterprises, Jakes makes clear how he was compelled to reposition himself to grow spiritually and materially. Jakes continues to deliver a message of hope and inspiration. Vanessa Bush Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved

The Measure of A a Man (Oprahs Book Club) by Sidney Poitier

Los Angeles Times
"With the unwavering sense of dignity and worth . . .this man’s authenticity is earned by the life he describes."

Ebony
In this powerful book, [Poitier] shares his touchsotnes with us and makes us question what foundations guide our own lives.

Become a Better You by Joel Osteen

Amazon.com Book Description
Joel Osteen reaches one of the largest audiences in the U.S. and across the globe--more than 42,000 people attend his church every week, and millions more tune in by television to hear his words of inspiration and wisdom. His first book, Your Best Life Now, has sold over 4 million copies and is available worldwide in 17 languages. His message of hope is helping people find a closer connection with God by learning to apply the principles of Scripture to their everyday lives.

In this new book, Become a Better You, Joel Osteen offers seven simple yet profound action steps that will help readers discover the better things they were born for... their individual purpose and destiny. As charming and passionate on the page as he is in person, Osteen incorporates key biblical principles, devotions, and personal testimonies that will uplift and enlighten readers. He speaks directly to the hearts and concerns of people from every walk of life. People love Joel Osteen--they love to be in his presence, to hear him speak, and to read what he's written--they just can't get enough of him.

Become a Better You will encourage and inspire readers to reach their full, unique and God given potential.

A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose (Oprah's Book Club, Selection 61) (Paperback) by Eckhart Tolle (Author) .

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