Lucy Jane Bledsoe est une auteure dont les œuvres sont célébrées pour leur puissance et leur impact. Ses romans sont loués pour leur capacité à 'triompher' et qualifiés de 'fabuleuse fiction féministe'. Bledsoe croit que les histoires sont le ciment qui unit les communautés, une philosophie qui se reflète dans sa propre écriture. Sa passion pour l'exploration du monde, y compris l'Antarctique, imprègne sa prose, lui conférant une dimension unique.
The characters in this collection navigate their struggles for self-belief and connection to the world, discovering unexpected glimmers of hope during their journeys through nature. Each story highlights their resilience and the transformative power of the wilderness, showcasing how the wild can inspire personal growth and a renewed sense of purpose.
Twelve-year-old Willa and her twin brothers have survived with their father in the Alaskan wilderness for five years. But Willa knows this can't go on--they must escape. Now in paperback. Since their mother died five years ago, Willa, her younger brothers, and her father have lived in the wilderness, in a log cabin they built. They survive on food they grow and animals they hunt. Every year they have struggled a little bit more to survive. Now, with winter approaching and her father becoming more reckless, Willa wonders if they will live to see spring. She also knows her father will never agree to leave. When her father goes on a hunting expedition by himself, Willa convinces her brothers that they must make the four-day journey down the Yukon River to Fort Yukon to get help. But first, they'll need to survive the treacherous trip . . . and all the while, their father is on their trail. Perfect for middle grade readers looking for adventure stories with strong female protagonists, Lucy Jane Bledsoe's Running Wild is a page-turner that hooks you from the beginning and doesn't let go.
The story follows BJ, a dedicated college basketball player whose life revolves around the sport. Her world is turned upside down when she accidentally uncovers secrets about her family, leading her to suspect that her estranged relatives may be nearer than she realized. As she navigates her passion for basketball alongside these newfound family connections, BJ embarks on a journey of self-discovery and reconciliation.
The book explores the strategies and techniques for effectively engaging with national media outlets. It emphasizes the importance of building relationships with journalists, crafting compelling press releases, and understanding the media landscape. Through case studies and practical tips, it guides readers on how to enhance their visibility and communicate their messages effectively to a broader audience. The focus is on leveraging media opportunities to shape public perception and achieve organizational goals.
"Delia Barnes and Ernest Wrangham met as teens at Celebration Camp, a church-supported conversion therapy program-the dubious, unscientific, Christian practice meant to change a person's sexuality. After witnessing a devastating tragedy, they escaped in the night, only to take separate roads to their distant homes. They have no idea how each has fared through the years. Delia is a college basketball coach who prides herself on being an empowering and self-possessed role model for her players. But when she gets fired from her elite East Coast college, she's forced to return to her hometown of Rockside, Oregon, to coach at her high school alma mater. Ernest, meanwhile, is a renowned poet with a temporary teaching job in Portland, Oregon. His work has always been boundary-pushing, fearless. But the poem he's most wanted to write-about his dangerous escape from Celebration Camp-remains stubbornly out of reach. Both persist in the mission to overcome the consequences and inhumane costs of conversion therapy. As events find them hurtling toward each other once again, they both grapple with the necessity of remaining steadfast in one's truth, no matter how slippery that can be. Tell the Rest is a powerful novel about coming to terms, with family, history, violence, loss, sexuality, and ultimately, with love"-- Provided by publisher
Through her experiences in the wintry High Sierra, Lucy Jane Bledsoe confronts a profound crisis as the wilderness transforms from a sanctuary into a source of anxiety. "The Ice Cave" details her personal journeys, exploring themes of fear, resilience, and the quest for meaning in nature. As she navigates the challenges of the wild, Bledsoe ultimately seeks to reclaim her bond with the wilderness, illustrating a powerful narrative of recovery and self-discovery.
Snowbound and faced with the harsh realities of survival, Erin and Tiffany must navigate the challenges of their isolated environment. As they confront their fears and test their limits, their bond is put to the ultimate test. The story explores themes of resilience, friendship, and the instinct to endure against the odds.
Louisa loves to play basketball, but in 1974, her Portland, Oregon high school only offers a team for boys. An encounter with feminist Gloria Steinem teaches her about Title IX--the law that bans discrimination based on gender--so she asks her principal to start a girls team. Little does she know that she'll soon be viciously targeted by male coaches at her school, lied to by the school board, and fall in love--a couple of times--as she fights for a fair chance to be an athlete. No Stopping Us Now is a story about finding one's own voice through the joys of sports, love, and the power of sisterhood. Based on the author's true story, it is a compelling examination of the courage it takes to stand up for what's right.
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