Books with author Ann S Stephens

Andrea Stephens has been where many young girls dream of being--on the front page of a glamour magazine, modeling the latest fashions and turning heads everywhere from her hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma, to the big city of New York. But, in her own words, it was a ''God thing'' that taught her the meaning of real beauty. And now in book one of the B. A. B. E. book series, her encouraging, upbeat writing style, speaks directly to teen readers right where they're at. Using real-life examples and simple exercises, Andrea leads these young women into the meaningful ''B. A. B. E. sisterhood,'' where they will learn to see themselves through the eyes of a loving, purposeful Creator.About the series: The B.A.B.E. books teach girls that true significance is not about their hips or their hairdos, but about their hearts-hearts that are beautiful, accepted, blessed, and eternally significant.

Young people learn by example. They actively look for advice from others who have been in the same shoes. Well, who better to seek advice from than the B.A.B.E.s of the Bible-real women who encountered God in a variety of ways and whose stories are applicable to girls even today? Andrea Stephens, in her fun-loving style, shares the in-depth dish on the life and times of seven Old Testament women who were beautiful, accepted, blessed, and eternally significant in their world. As girls get to know these women, they'll find applicable lessons for their own lives, gain insight into God's character, and be encouraged to write their own story about the kind of woman they want to be. Bible verses, reflection questions, and short prayers make this book is perfect for personal quiet time as well as girls' Bible studies and retreats. About the series: The B.A.B.E. books teach girls that true significance is not about their hips or their hairdos, but about their hearts-hearts that are beautiful, accepted, blessed, and eternally significant.

After a lifetime of ballet lessons, Jordan Walker has landed the principal role in Romeo and Juliet. But on opening night, a devastating earthquake triggered by local fracking activity tears apart the city. The Walker family survive, but awaken the next morning utterly changed. When a group of violent men with military ties descends on them, Jordan and her family must flee the wreckage of their hometown in search of a safer, anonymous existence. Without her friends and dance, Jordan’s very identity slips away. It isn’t until she befriends a blind musician that she dares to hope again. But hope, and acts of vision, can be dangerous.

An old gold mine, missing shares and a 13-year-old super sleuth...Spending the summer months in Colville with his little brother trailing behind him is not exactly Charlie Bradford's idea of a good time...but when someone steals his late grandfather's shares in The Treasure Creek Gold Mine and then tries to trick the other owners into selling theirs, Charlie is hopping mad....His grandfather believed in that mine.Joining forces with new friend Lisa Kirby, Charlie tracks down his grandfather's old partners only to find a thief who will stop at nothing to get his hands on The Treasure Creek Gold Mine!

After ten years of ballet lessons, Jordan Walker has finally landed her first principal role in Romeo and Juliet. Sweeter yet, "Romeo" has asked her to the May Fling Ball at Winston High. But a massive Texas earthquake triggered by the fracking activity nearby tears apart the community and Jordan's future as a dancer. The Walker family survives the earthquake, but wake up the next morning utterly invisible. On the run from a military with nefarious plans, Jordan and her family are forced to abandon their old lives and flee to Galveston. It isn't until she meets Caleb, a blind musician, that Jordan dares to hope again. And the more their secret friendship develops, the more Jordan understands the danger she's placed everyone in.

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The evil King Rum - Tum is still on the throne but with Angela Bradbury back in his kingdom his time is short. Angela Bradbury returns to Rum-Tum land to depose the evil King Rum Tum in this exciting and gripping sequel to Angela’sAdventures In Rum-Tum Land. There, with the aid of the king’s former pet cat, Turkish Van, Sir Tin Can, a wizard called Durakin and her old friend Mrs Salmon plus a 140-strong waxwork army, she sets about this task

In an upbeat and encouraging style, this devotional invites teen girls to let God make their heart more beautiful. Each chapter has six daily devotions that focus on one of the nine qualities of the Holy Spirit that beautify the soul-love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. For weekends the author provides a special reflection or activity. And the book is jam-packed with brain teasers, quizzes, interviews and anecdotes.

Teen girls scour popular magazines for the latest fashions, hairdos, and makeup tips. But to be a real B.A.B.E., says Andrea Stephens, you need to look beyond the surface. To be a real Glamour Girl, one needs to look her best, feel her best, and be her best. Meeting teen girls right where they are, Glamour Girls is a one-of-a-kind resource for everything related to beauty, including hot issues like eating disorders and modesty. Andrea discusses everything from makeup mania and manicure magic to body image, workout routines, and spiritual renewal. Incorporating numerous Q & As from her Le Glamour column in Brio magazine, Andrea gives tips and tricks on beauty to help girls gain confidence and focus their attention on what really matters: their inner beauty and the needs of other people God has placed in their lives.

When it comes to boys, every girl wants a little advice. Why do boys act the way they do? And why are they so annoying and yet so cute? With her fresh and fun-loving style, popular author Andrea Stephens . . . - explains the differences between the sexes - shares what a guy's birth order and personality type reveal about him - discusses the benefits of friendship with guys - gives reasons why girls don't need boyfriends to have worth - offers creative ideas for coed activities and group dates With quizzes, profiles of Bible guys, interviews, and a Q and A section, Andrea also tackles the tough issues of purity, modesty, and delayed dating. Interactive and accessible, Boyland: A B.A.B.E.'s Guide to Understanding Guys is perfect for both personal and small group use.