Just as I Am

E. Lynn Harris's blend of rich, romantic storytelling and controversial contemporary issues like race and bisexuality have found an enthusiastic and diverse audience across America. Readers celebrate the arrival in paperback of his second novel, Just As I Am , which picks up where Invisible Life left off, introducing Harris's appealing and authentic characters to a new set of joys, conflicts, and choices. Raymond, a young black lawyer from the South, struggles to come to terms with his sexuality and with the grim reality of AIDS. Nicole, an aspiring singer/actress, experiences frustration in both her career and in her attempts to find a genuine love relationship. Both characters share an eclectic group of friends who challenge them, and the reader, to look at themselves and the world around thern through different eyes. By portraying Nicole's and Raymond's joys, as well as their pain, Harris never ceases to remind us that life, like love, is about self-acceptance. In this vivid portrait of contemporary black life, with all its pressures and the complications of bisexuality, AIDS, and racism, Harris confirms a faith in the power of love -- love of all kinds -- to thrill and to heal, which will warm the hearts of readers everywhere.

E. Lynn Harris's blend of rich, romantic storytelling and controversial contemporary issues like race and bisexuality have found an enthusiastic and diverse audience across America. Readers celebrate the arrival in paperback of his second novel, Just As I Am , which picks up where Invisible Life left off, introducing Harris's appealing and authentic characters to a new set of joys, conflicts, and choices. Raymond, a young black lawyer from the South, struggles to come to terms with his sexuality and with the grim reality of AIDS. Nicole, an aspiring singer/actress, experiences frustration in both her career and in her attempts to find a genuine love relationship. Both characters share an eclectic group of friends who challenge them, and the reader, to look at themselves and the world around thern through different eyes. By portraying Nicole's and Raymond's joys, as well as their pain, Harris never ceases to remind us that life, like love, is about self-acceptance. In this vivid portrait of contemporary black life, with all its pressures and the complications of bisexuality, AIDS, and racism, Harris confirms a faith in the power of love -- love of all kinds -- to thrill and to heal, which will warm the hearts of readers everywhere.

The Goddess has been in the background for five millennia, while the patriarchal "Father God" has monopolized the stage-and the spotlight. Now it's HER turn to shine! And shine She does through the beautiful, inspiring Herms and artwork of so many talented, Goddess-loving Women included in this book. What is a Hermnal? It's the collective sigh of our ancestral Grandmothers. It's a means of drawing us closer together as Sisters. It is a compilation of songs that affirms our Sacredness, apart from Man, and assures us that we are Sovereign Beings and Creatrixes, too. And it is our Love Gift of Gratitude to Mama.

The Goddess has been in the background for five millennia, while the patriarchal "Father God" has monopolized the stage-and the spotlight. Now it's HER turn to shine! And shine She does through the beautiful, inspiring Herms and artwork of so many talented, Goddess-loving Women included in this book. What is a Hermnal? It's the collective sigh of our ancestral Grandmothers. It's a means of drawing us closer together as Sisters. It is a compilation of songs that affirms our Sacredness, apart from Man, and assures us that we are Sovereign Beings and Creatrixes, too. And it is our Love Gift of Gratitude to Mama.

#1 New York Times bestseller Just As I Am is the honest memoir written by the beloved Billy Graham--sharing his life story including the ministry that touched the hearts and souls of millions With down-to-earth warmth and candor, Graham tells the stories of the events and encounters that helped shape his life. He preached to millions in stadium events he called crusades and became a pastor to presidents and is one of the best-known Christian Evangelists of our time. In Just As I Am , Graham recounts meetings with presidents, celebrities, and world leaders, including Harry S. Truman, Winston Churchill, Ronald Reagan, Queen Elizabeth, and the Shah of Iran, and shares his own spiritual journey as he movingly reflects on his personal life and relationships. Graham was a North Carolina farmer's son and despite being a mass media megaphone, he remained deeply rooted in his humble beginnings. This is an inspirational and unforgettable story of God's ambassador and who many hail as "the world's preacher." Graham's story is filled with rich history and learnings that have the power to influence the world for many more decades.

#1 New York Times bestseller Just As I Am is the honest memoir written by the beloved Billy Graham--sharing his life story including the ministry that touched the hearts and souls of millions With down-to-earth warmth and candor, Graham tells the stories of the events and encounters that helped shape his life. He preached to millions in stadium events he called crusades and became a pastor to presidents and is one of the best-known Christian Evangelists of our time. In Just As I Am , Graham recounts meetings with presidents, celebrities, and world leaders, including Harry S. Truman, Winston Churchill, Ronald Reagan, Queen Elizabeth, and the Shah of Iran, and shares his own spiritual journey as he movingly reflects on his personal life and relationships. Graham was a North Carolina farmer's son and despite being a mass media megaphone, he remained deeply rooted in his humble beginnings. This is an inspirational and unforgettable story of God's ambassador and who many hail as "the world's preacher." Graham's story is filled with rich history and learnings that have the power to influence the world for many more decades.