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An inspirational memoir chronicling the life of Joseph Kim, who not only survived and escaped the devastating famine in North Korea as an abandoned young boy, but made it to the United States and is now thriving in college here.
Speak Up! is a joyful celebration of 45 speeches by children and teenagers who have stood up for causes they passionately believe in and challenged adults in power to take note. This collection is testament to the hopefulness and spirit of the next generation, and the positive belief that we can, and should, act to protect the things we love. From ground-breaking scientific inventions to pleas for the environment, anti-war speeches to incredible testimony of lived experiences, the speeches collected here demonstrate the profound wisdom of youth and why it is important to speak up and out on what concerns us. ‘A society that cuts itself off from its youth severs its own lifeline; it is condemned to bleed to death.’ - Kofi Annan
The first book of Joseph Kim and Christopher Boom's Mark of Ascension Series, set in a futuristic United States, paints a beautiful picture of a corrupted society and one character's struggle for greatness. "The group of five boys held the defenseless little girl by the arms, digging a sharp rock into her collarbone. As they carved at the distinct wolf-shaped tattoo, I heard her terrified cries ring out through the city, and the image of hundreds of people chanting for Charles' murder flashed through my mind. 'You should see what they do to people like us in the Core Sectors. I heard they literally use us Bastards as slaves, ' a distant voice echoed, and I finally saw the world for what it w...
In contemporary philosophy of religion, there has been heated debate about whether the diversity of mutually exclusive religious beliefs is a good reason to give up any form of religious exclusivism -Christian exclusivism for instance. On one hand, Christian exclusivists defend the truth of Christian beliefs; on the other hand the opponents of Christian belief base their criticism upon religious diversity and disagreement. Kim defends Christian belief and Alvin Plantinga's version of Reformed Epistemology.
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Welcome to Sycamore Hill, where hearts mend, redemption is within reach, and love’s blossoms endure even the harshest storms. This collection includes: Series starter - To Sweet Beginnings in Sycamore Hill: When a disgraced woman's return to Sycamore Hill entangles the lives of five couples, twenty-four hours changes everything. Book 1 - The Sycamore Standoff: He’s the small town’s biggest catch. Her past threatens the future. A gripping story of survival, community, and the power of love. Book 2 - His Sycamore Sweetheart: She wants acceptance. He wants approval. They get a catastrophic wardrobe malfunction and a disastrous church scandal. Book 3 - The Sycamore Slopes: When a family is torn apart, the battle lines are drawn and the fight to control Sycamore Hill heats up. Book 4 - One Sycamore Sunday: It starts as a normal Sunday, but one horrifying moment changes everything. Book 5 - A Sycamore Secret: His custom coffee blend paired with her social media following brews a latte of trouble.
~ Jennifer ~ From a very young age, I learned one lesson very well. Do as I’m told, and do not complain. The consequences are far too severe. But Fate is ruthless and isn’t on my side. I always knew my uncle hated me, but I didn’t know it was enough to sell me to the Devil himself in order to pay off his gambling debts. Jason Delavanté. He’s sinfully hot, alluring as sin, and as evil as Satan himself. He runs the most dangerous and powerful mafia Las Vegas has ever seen. And now he owns me… ~ Jason ~ When I first saw Jennifer, I fell for her. Hard and fast. She’s beautiful. Sweet. Everything I never knew I wanted. I’ll go to any lengths necessary to have her. Little did I know that decision would bring complications I never saw coming. Specifically, when I find out who her uncle is and realize he’s in a lot of debt… …to me. I wouldn’t be half the vindictive leader I am if I didn’t have a plan. But with it comes lies, betrayal, and secrets that I’m not sure Jennifer will ever forgive me for…