Welcome to our Resource Library!
This page features books by well-known, acclaimed authors who dedicate their writings to helping community causes, much like our Dream 18 outreach program, ManUP. The books you find here are packed with tools, information, inspiration, and motivation. Some of the books you see here are used in conjunction with our programs and may come at a reduced/discounted cost. Please email [email protected] to find out if a particular book is a part of a specific program before ordering it. Thanks!
Life is What You Make it - Seven Steps to Moving Forward
Carl Mathis wasn't prepared for the devastation the loss of his wife would
bring to his life. He soon found himself grieving, struggling to make ends
meet, and trying to raise his sons, who were also dealing with personal
turmoil from the loss of their mother. After months of waiting for someone
to rescue him, Carl had to face the inevitable truth--no one was coming. He
realized that if he wanted out of the mess his life was becoming, he was
going to have to do it himself. Join new author Carl Mathis in this
motivational story about one man's struggle to put his life back together.
Life Is What You Make It will teach you how to overcome any crippling
situation you find yourself in and stimulate personal and spiritual growth
by accepting the situation, taking responsibility, conditioning your mind,
choosing to make right decisions, building a team, believing, and defining
the new normal.
Purchase your copy today by clicking here.
bring to his life. He soon found himself grieving, struggling to make ends
meet, and trying to raise his sons, who were also dealing with personal
turmoil from the loss of their mother. After months of waiting for someone
to rescue him, Carl had to face the inevitable truth--no one was coming. He
realized that if he wanted out of the mess his life was becoming, he was
going to have to do it himself. Join new author Carl Mathis in this
motivational story about one man's struggle to put his life back together.
Life Is What You Make It will teach you how to overcome any crippling
situation you find yourself in and stimulate personal and spiritual growth
by accepting the situation, taking responsibility, conditioning your mind,
choosing to make right decisions, building a team, believing, and defining
the new normal.
Purchase your copy today by clicking here.
Man Up: One Man's Sincere Regret for Sabotaging His Relationships
Description: Derrick Taylor, the self-proclaimed playa of women turned his brother’s keeper. An author predestined to share his story and the stories of others like him as only black men with the literary zeal, living the hard knock life in cities like Atlanta, Los Angeles, Detroit, New York and Chicago not limited to the USA. In Man Up, Taylor is writing about his experiences and behavior towards women, with the hopes of helping men who have traveled the same path, gone a relatable distance, and journeyed along a similar road. Taylor has become a better person and realized that this very book can help men and women alike. Call it his way of giving back, leading the new generation of men down the correct path.
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Growing Pains: Kendra's Diaries
I would like to introduce you to Kendra Foster. She is smack in the middle of growing up. Just like anyone in the "maze" of growing up there are challenges along the way. She is facing problems at home and with her family. She thought making cheerleader would be the "best thing in the world." But she learned quickly there are two sides to every coin. As if she doesn't have enough to deal with, high school is quickly approaching and her dreams of attending The Academy seem more impossible with each passing day. Every time she thinks she has the answers to her problems, they change the questions. But never count her out. Her story is one of determination, perseverance and strength. If you are looking ahead and/or reflecting on things passed this story is for you.
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Quiniece Sheppard
If your idea of foreplay includes candlelight dinner, rose petals and whip cream, you are misguided. We have been focusing only on the physical while we are neglecting the emotional and spiritual needs of our mate. This neglect has lead to dissolving relationships, conflicts in the marriage, and internal struggles. In Before the Lights Go Out, I outlined eleven keys to enhance foreplay, which will develop the intimacy in your relationship, thus allowing you to form a tighter bond with your mate. For single ladies, it is a guide to help you choose the ideal man for a queen like you because any man won't do. In other words, what is he bringing to the table besides himself? For married couples, this book will force you to look into introspection: examining yourselves and retrospection; examining your past to see where you went wrong and what you can do going forward to fix it. The key to a long lasting relationship is establishing intimacy, which means knowing if he/she is "into you," - body, mind and spirit. We will leave the lights on a bit longer to begin the emotional and spiritual journey towards a better you and a better relationship with your mate.
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In the Life and Mind of a Physically, Mentally, and Sexually Abused Woman: This is My Surviving Story
From Surviving to Inspiring!
Filled with complex emotions, this autobiography narrates Moore's journey since the early part of her life. In the Life and Mind of a Physically, Mentally, and Sexually Abused Woman: This is My Surviving Story is the personal account of her struggles with abuse by the people who she was supposed to trust, and the poverty at the hands of someone who was supposed to provide for her children but instead prioritized a selfish addiction. Throughout this memoir, Moore expressively tells of her struggle with abandonment, loneliness, low self esteem, bullies, rapes, suicide attempts, and the pain afflicted to her by the people she trusted. Here, she shares how she handled the abuse, and how she remains to be a survivor until today. PURCHASE |
Heavenly Wars
This Book is an in-depth analysis of what I call “The Beginning of the Beginning” It provides you with my perspectives and philosophies pertaining to the ever evolving Nature of the Spiritual War of good versus evil.
Through various and nefarious means the forces of evil have successfully altered Man’s priorities through lies and deceit. Only through adherence to the word of God can we ultimately be delivered to the path of righteousness. PURCHASE |
The Poetic Lounge Volume One
The Poetic Lounge Volume One was created to introduce twenty of the greatest poets from around the world. The poetry found in this book will leave you crying, laughing, smiling, seeking greatness and ultimately wanting more.
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The Soul of a Black Woman
A collection of reflective poetry and short stories written from the age of 6 to 40. Autobiographical in nature, these works give a glimpse into the turbulent journey that marked the writer's early life. From childhood abandonment to full-fledged womanhood, it's a story of inspiration and self-discovery revealed page by page.
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Prescriptions of a Poet: Remedies of the Heart
“Prescriptions of a Poet” is a collection of poetry that takes the reader on a journey through the heart’s experiences. To experience life is to experience all that comes with it, the balance of occurrence and lesson learned. Broken up into sections called case studies to address an issue of the heart; L. C. Arrington’s poetry tells a story of love lost and found, friends old and new and the definition of self; in a contemporary, honest, romantic, edgy, genuine and relatable way. Each section ends with a prescription to inspire. The importance of love and life is evident in every word. “Prescriptions of a Poet: Remedies of the Heart” was written to stir the soul, evoke emotions and provide inspiration amidst the ups and downs that life may bring. The poetry is the process; the prescription is the remedy of the heart. PURCHASE |
