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  • Bedtime Inspirational Stories: 50 Amazing Black People Who Changed the World

    L. A. Amber

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Sept. 1, 2017)
    Best Seller in African American Children's BooksHelp your child develop a strong self esteem and confidence by following these stories with a powerful mantra: We Are Masters of Our Own Destiny. Bedtime Inspirational Stories… celebrates the achievements of the amazing black heroes who have paved the way for future generations.Unfortunately, in today’s world, it can be a challenge to raise positive kids, as they are constantly bombarded with negative messages. More than ever, parents and teachers need to create a positive atmosphere for our children in order to help them believe in themselves.That’s why we’ve proudly created this richly illustrated and inspiring book, Bedtime Inspirational Stories: 50 Amazing Black People Who Changed the World, which highlights the achievements and stories of fifty notable women and men from the 18th century to today. Some were born slaves, some grew up in poverty, and some had physical or emotional challenges. Some were born many years ago, and some are still with us. The stories in the book include those of political activists, scientists, artists, musicians, inventors, businesspeople, Nobel prize winners, and more.Black History Books for kidsEvery single one of these individuals overcame adversities and changed the world, building a way for others to live better lives. Each one worked hard and maintained self-confidence, even when others expressed doubt or said their dreams couldn’t be achieved. Bedtime StoriesChildren looking for inspiration will surely find it here. This fun and inspiring collection of influential stories provides fifty illustrated examples of strong, independent role models, all of whom had a profound impact on the world. Personal aspirations from today’s youth are also interspersed throughout the book, so that each story has its own life lesson alongside a positive message. It’s never too soon to start making a difference, and these stories are exhilarating examples of power in action to make for ideal motivation. Positive AffirmationsThe book also contains fifty positive affirmations, and we encourage you to say them aloud with your child every day. Why affirmations? These positive self-statements, when repeated over time, are capable of convincing a child that the statements are true. This is a powerful way to boost their self-esteem.Why is it important for young kids to know they matter? Children can feel small and insignificant in a busy and complicated world, and begin to question their place in life. The affirmations found in this book can counteract this effect while allowing them to grow. As parents and educators, there are three important things that we can give to our children: good memories, a good education, and a sense of self-worth. Our team has created this book to help you to achieve these goals. There are no better memories than the times when we share books with our children. We hope that the positive messages and affirmations throughout this book will improve your child’s self-esteem. Lastly, we should here acknowledge that every story in this book would merit a book by itself; hopefully, these snippets will inspire you and your child to learn more about each person.Books for Black ChildrenWith vivid, compelling art and quotes, this book shows its readers that no matter what obstacles may lie ahead, they should never give up on their dreams. Simply, this beautiful book is about the potential within each of us to pursue our dreams and shape our own paths. It is a treasure to cherish with your family forever.We hope that you find inspiration in these pages, whether you’re a girl or a boy, a parent or a teacher! These women and men are black heroes, and they’re part of our history and culture. And no matter who you are, you have a special mission on this planet.
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  • Bedtime Inspirational Stories: 50 Amazing Black People Who Changed the World

    L. A. Amber

    eBook (, Aug. 31, 2017)
    Best Seller in African American Children's BooksHelp your child develop a strong self esteem and confidence by following these stories with a powerful mantra: We Are Masters of Our Own Destiny. Bedtime Inspirational Stories… celebrates the achievements of the amazing black women and men who have paved the way for future generations.Unfortunately, in today’s world, it can be a challenge to raise positive kids, as they are constantly bombarded with negative messages. More than ever, parents and teachers need to create a positive atmosphere for our children in order to help them believe in themselves.That’s why we’ve proudly created this richly illustrated and inspiring book, Bedtime Inspirational Stories: 50 Amazing Black People Who Changed the World, which highlights the achievements and stories of fifty notable women and men from the 18th century to today. Some were born slaves, some grew up in poverty, and some had physical or emotional challenges. Some were born many years ago, and some are still with us. The stories in the book include those of political activists, scientists, artists, musicians, inventors, businesspeople, Nobel prize winners, and more.Black History Books for kidsEvery single one of these individuals overcame adversities and changed the world, building a way for others to live better lives. Each one worked hard and maintained self-confidence, even when others expressed doubt or said their dreams couldn’t be achieved. Bedtime StoriesChildren looking for inspiration will surely find it here. This fun and inspiring collection of influential stories provides fifty illustrated examples of strong, independent role models, all of whom had a profound impact on the world. Personal aspirations from today’s youth are also interspersed throughout the book, so that each story has its own life lesson alongside a positive message. It’s never too soon to start making a difference, and these stories are exhilarating examples of power in action to make for ideal motivation. Positive AffirmationsThe book also contains fifty positive affirmations, and we encourage you to say them aloud with your child every day. Why affirmations? These positive self-statements, when repeated over time, are capable of convincing a child that the statements are true. This is a powerful way to boost their self-esteem.Why is it important for young kids to know they matter? Children can feel small and insignificant in a busy and complicated world, and begin to question their place in life. The affirmations found in this book can counteract this effect while allowing them to grow. As parents and educators, there are three important things that we can give to our children: good memories, a good education, and a sense of self-worth. Our team has created this book to help you to achieve these goals. There are no better memories than the times when we share books with our children. We hope that the positive messages and affirmations throughout this book will improve your child’s self-esteem. Lastly, we should here acknowledge that every story in this book would merit a book by itself; hopefully, these snippets will inspire you and your child to learn more about each person.Books for Black ChildrenWith vivid, compelling art and quotes, this book shows its readers that no matter what obstacles may lie ahead, they should never give up on their dreams. Simply, this beautiful book is about the potential within each of us to pursue our dreams and shape our own paths. It is a treasure to cherish with your family forever.We hope that you find inspiration in these pages, whether you’re a girl or a boy, a parent or a teacher! These women and men are black heroes, and they’re part of our history and culture. And no matter who you are, you have a special mission on this planet.
  • Bedtime Inspirational Stories - 50 Black Leaders who Made History: Black History Book for Kids

    L. A. Amber

    Paperback (Independently published, Jan. 19, 2020)
    Best Seller in African American Children's BooksThese emotionally charged short bios have touching and powerful life lessons that go into a child’s soul as they search for their place in the world. With the same commitment to continue inspiring our kids, we are very excited to introduce Bedtime Inspirational Stories: 50 Black Leaders Who Made History (Volume 2). As with Volume 1, this book highlights the achievements and stories of notable black leaders who made history from the eighteenth century to today. Our goal is to teach kids about black history while inspiring and creating the sparks of greatness and elevation that our kids need. The stories in the book include those of political activists, scientists, artists, musicians, inventors, and athletes. They are written in a fun, anecdotal way, incorporating the information that interests children the most, which is the most effective method to influence kids to read. Every single one of these individuals overcame adversities and changed the world, building a way for others to live better lives. Each one worked hard and maintained self-confidence, even when others expressed doubt or said their dreams couldn’t be achieved. This is a book that will benefit readers of all ages, races, and genders. It is a treasure to keep for life. This fun and inspiring collection of influential stories provides fifty illustrated examples of strong, independent role models, all of whom had a profound impact on the world. Readers will learn about their fascinating life and legacy. Against all odds, these black heroes show kids, teens, and adults that we can also aspire to live heroically ourselves. Each story features its own life lesson alongside a positive message, complemented by vivid, compelling art and quotes. At the end of the book we have included a Gratitude Journal in order help kids, as well as adults, to refocus on what we have instead of what we lack.
  • The Sweetest Kill

    Amber Lee

    eBook (Blvnp Publishing, Inc., July 19, 2015)
    "Why didn’t you kill me like I asked?""I didn’t feel like it." Twenty-two year old Shoshanna has suffered depression since she was a child. Once, she actually tried to end it all, but failed miserably. Since then, she has been struggling to keep a promise she made to her parents... one that she has regretted making ever since. One day though, she sees news about a killer on the loose, who appears to be targeting girls around her age. Then an idea pops in her head: What if I could end it all? Why does an innocent girl have to lose her life when she doesn’t want to? When I am stuck here living a life that I don’t want to live. So she decides to go on the hunt, find the predator, and… offer herself as a willing prey. But is she going to get what she wants, or is she going to get more than she bargained for?
  • Bedtime Inspirational Stories - 50 Black Leaders who Made History: Black History Book for Kids

    L. A. Amber

    eBook (, Jan. 20, 2020)
    Best Seller in African American Children's BooksThese emotionally charged short bios have touching and powerful life lessons that go into a child’s soul as they search for their place in the world. With the same commitment to continue inspiring our kids, we are very excited to introduce Bedtime Inspirational Stories: 50 Black Leaders Who Made History (Volume 2). As with Volume 1, this book highlights the achievements and stories of notable black leaders who made history from the eighteenth century to today. Our goal is to teach kids about black history while inspiring and creating the sparks of greatness and elevation that our kids need. The stories in the book include those of political activists, scientists, artists, musicians, inventors, and athletes. They are written in a fun, anecdotal way, incorporating the information that interests children the most, which is the most effective method to influence kids to read. Every single one of these individuals overcame adversities and changed the world, building a way for others to live better lives. Each one worked hard and maintained self-confidence, even when others expressed doubt or said their dreams couldn’t be achieved. This is a book that will benefit readers of all ages, races, and genders. It is a treasure to keep for life. This fun and inspiring collection of influential stories provides fifty illustrated examples of strong, independent role models, all of whom had a profound impact on the world. Readers will learn about their fascinating life and legacy. Against all odds, these black heroes show kids, teens, and adults that we can also aspire to live heroically ourselves. Each story features its own life lesson alongside a positive message, complemented by vivid, compelling art and quotes. At the end of the book we have included a Gratitude Journal in order help kids, as well as adults, to refocus on what we have instead of what we lack.
  • 101 Black Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics: Leaders in Black History

    L.A. Amber

    Paperback (Independently published, Jan. 14, 2020)
    Instant Best Seller in STEM EducationBeyond a Black History book, this book will spark curiosity and motivate children, as well as adults to learn more about STEM related topics while making them proud of their heritage. Black Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics honors incredible and inspiring black women who pushed past the bounds of human knowledge and broke down the thought barriers of their and our time. We have selected 101 of the most extraordinary black women across all the sciences from the 1800s to today. We celebrate these black leaders from the past through today who paved the way for future generations of black women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Spotlighting their stories is about more than just augmenting black history. It’s about understanding the cultural attitudes, historical forces, and social realities that made science what it is today—and what it will be tomorrow. If just one of these women had gotten fed up and quit, as others do, the history of science would have been poorer for it. Children shouldn’t grow up thinking that STEM learning means boring textbook reading. Instead, this book will get them excited about science through fun and motivational stories. Our main goal is to introduce STEM-related concepts and present STEM-associated careers in an inspiring and entertaining way. We have included within the stories STEM concepts and definitions in order to enrich understanding, but we have left other concepts for your child to discover on their own or to engage adults in conversation about. We hope this will improve discussion and quality time between parents and kids. At the end of the book, we have included an exploration journal for children to describe their learning experience. We feel that any kid, teenager, or adult would benefit from this book, no matter their gender, race, or age.
  • Black History Matters: Civil Rights Movement Heroes

    L.A. Amber

    Paperback (Independently published, July 8, 2020)
    Instant Best Seller in Black History BooksA tribute to our Civil Rights Movement Heroes – This book will make your child proud of their heritage. A beautifully crafted collection of poetry and rhymes of black leaders who fought for what is right and changed history — but more importantly, a story of overcoming, encouragement, and survival. Black History Matters - Civil Rights Movement Heroes honors the following black leaders: Frederick DouglassHarriet TubmanBooker T. WashingtonIda B. WellsW.E.B. Du BoisNannie Helen BurroughsPaul RobesonElla BakerThurgood MarshallPauli Murray Bayard RustinRosa ParksDaisy BatesJames BaldwinShirley Anita ChisholmMalcolm XMartin Luther King, Jr. Claudette ColvinStokely CarmichaelRuby Bridges
  • The Sweetest Kill: A Young Adult Paranormal Romance

    Amber Lee

    Paperback (BLVNP, Incorporated, Feb. 1, 2017)
    "Why didn’t you kill me like I asked?" "I didn’t feel like it." Twenty-two year old Shoshanna has suffered depression since she was a child. Once, she actually tried to end it all, but failed miserably. Since then, she has been struggling to keep a promise she made to her parents... one that she has regretted making ever since. One day though, she sees news about a killer on the loose, who appears to be targeting girls around her age. Then an idea pops in her head: What if I could end it all? Why does an innocent girl have to lose her life when she doesn’t want to? When I am stuck here living a life that I don’t want to live. So she decides to go on the hunt, find the predator, and… offer herself as a willing prey. But is she going to get what she wants, or is she going to get more than she bargained for?
  • 101 Black Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics: Leaders in Black History

    L.A. Amber

    eBook (, Jan. 15, 2020)
    Instant Best Seller in STEM EducationBeyond a Black History book, this book will spark curiosity and motivate children, as well as adults to learn more about STEM related topics while making them proud of their heritage. Black Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics honors incredible and inspiring black women who pushed past the bounds of human knowledge and broke down the thought barriers of their and our time. We have selected 101 of the most extraordinary black women across all the sciences from the 1800s to today. We celebrate these black leaders from the past through today who paved the way for future generations of black women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Spotlighting their stories is about more than just augmenting black history. It’s about understanding the cultural attitudes, historical forces, and social realities that made science what it is today—and what it will be tomorrow. If just one of these women had gotten fed up and quit, as others do, the history of science would have been poorer for it. Children shouldn’t grow up thinking that STEM learning means boring textbook reading. Instead, this book will get them excited about science through fun and motivational stories. Our main goal is to introduce STEM-related concepts and present STEM-associated careers in an inspiring and entertaining way. We have included within the stories STEM concepts and definitions in order to enrich understanding, but we have left other concepts for your child to discover on their own or to engage adults in conversation about. We hope this will improve discussion and quality time between parents and kids. At the end of the book, we have included an exploration journal for children to describe their learning experience. We feel that any kid, teenager, or adult would benefit from this book, no matter their gender, race, or age.
  • The Run: A Werewolf Shifter Romance

    Amber Lee

    Paperback (BLVNP, Incorporated, Jan. 13, 2017)
    After her mother’s death and her father’s abandonment, Rae has been given responsibility to raise her five siblings at the tender age of sixteen. But as she turns eighteen, she has to leave her siblings to participate in The Run - a chance to find her mate. But a forbidden promise may end her happily ever after. Will Rae be with her true soul mate or will they be apart forever? Join Rae as she struggles to keep her family together while fighting for her fate. Grab a copy now!
  • Civil Rights Movement Heroes: Black History Matters Book Series

    L.A. Amber

    eBook (, July 7, 2020)
    Instant Best Seller in Children's Social Activists Biographies A tribute to our Civil Rights Movement Heroes – This book will make your child proud of their heritage. A beautifully crafted collection of poetry and rhymes of black leaders who changed history and fought for what is right— but more importantly, a story of overcoming, encouragement, and survival. Black History Matters - Civil Rights Movement Heroes honors the following black leaders:Frederick DouglassHarriet TubmanBooker T. WashingtonIda B. WellsW.E.B. Du BoisNannie Helen BurroughsPaul RobesonElla BakerThurgood MarshallPauli Murray Bayard RustinRosa ParksDaisy BatesJames BaldwinShirley Anita ChisholmMalcolm XMartin Luther King, Jr. Claudette ColvinStokely CarmichaelRuby Bridges
  • Lightning Chase Me Home

    Amber Lee Dodd

    eBook (Scholastic Fiction, Jan. 3, 2019)
    "Amber Lee Dodd is one to watch" - Kiran Millwood Hargrave Amelia Hester McLeod is named after two of her mum's favourite explorers. Two amazing, fearless, awesome women: Amelia Earhart and Lady Hester Stanhope. But Amelia herself doesn't always feel very brave or very bright. She lives on the tiny Scottish island of Dark Muir, her mum has walked out on her and she's about to start at a whole new, scary school. Her dyslexia means she's a target for the school bullies, too. When she makes a wish on her birthday to be reunited with her mum, she finds herself quite literally disappearing at times of stress and reappearing elsewhere on the island, where she finds clues and snapshots of her parents' past. Can she harness this strange magic to find her mum, wherever she is? Will her Dad, sad and silent since her mum's departure, start to pay her more attention? Will she find the courage to forge her own path, like the lady explorers she was named for? A novel of courage and strength, packed full of adventure and heroics but also with warmth and heart. For fans of Katherine Rundell and Lisa Thompson.