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Daring to Love Across the Color Line
I never set out to be a rebel, to shatter the social norms of 1960s Kentucky, but despite myself, that’s what I became: an accidental rebel. And I did so …
Escaping the Good Girl Trap
When I was young, my adoptive mom once announced in her Southern Mississippi drawl—and with lots of love—that she had one “store bought baby” (me) and one “homegrown baby” (Heather). …
Top Three Tips for Gifting the Perfect Book
Books have a unique way of touching our lives. They go beyond entertainment, often becoming trusted companions, thoughtful teachers, or even sources of solace during life’s toughest moments. For the …
Resiliency Yields Big Returns
Losing Control of Life’s Steering Wheel When you lose control of life’s steering wheel, you must stay resilient and trust you’ll come out whole on the other side. Sometimes you …
Chicago Style Guide’s 18th Edition Shows How Language Evolves
If you’re writing a book, you should know The Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS) is the standard editorial guide in book publishing. All professional editors refer to it as they …
