Brenda Cooper

"It took me quite a long time to develop a voice, and now that I have it, I am not going to be silent."- Madeleine Albright This book is a collection of stories by incredible women who have faced adversity and overcome it. It is an inspiring reminder that no matter what life throws our way, we have the power to rise above it and reclaim our power. Each story is different, but they all share a common thread: the power of perseverance. In these pages, you will find stories of strength, courage, and hope. These women are proof that no challenge is too great and that no obstacle is insurmountable. They are a testament to the power of the human spirit, and their ability to persevere in the face of adversity is truly inspiring. By sharing our stories, we can change the world. The women who have written in this book are not only telling their own stories; they are also giving other women permission to tell their stories. They are showing that survivors are not alone and that they are not defined by their abuse. They are showing the world that survivors are strong, and that they can find their own power. Julie FairhurstFounder of Women Like Me

"Incredible change happens in your life when you decide to take control of what you do have power over instead ofcraving control over what you don't." - Steve Maraboli A small and very simple word, 'gratitude' can open many doors in your life that you may have felt were close toyou. The possibilities that gratitude can offer you, and the abundance it can bring you are enormously powerful. We need to be open to the possibilities that gratitude can bring us. Gratitude is more than an emotion; it is an important tool for living in a more abundant world. It is a key to having a more joyful existence on this earth. So then, if you find it hard to have gratitude in your life, this book from the Women Like Me Community memberswill help. These women have shared their words of gratitude with you so they may help you on your path tofeeling more grateful in your life. Powerful real-life experiences are being shared with you, in the hope that you will find more gratitude in your life. Ipersonally am sincerely grateful for each woman who took the time to share words of gratitude with all of us. The Women Like Me Community - Julie Fairhurst is a Facebook group of like-minded women. Women who want to pay it forward and lift others up and promote healing in the world. Ages range from 17 to 83 years of age from all over the world and all walks of life.

"A word after a word after a word is power." - Margaret Atwood Welcome to the first volume of our book series Women Like Me Community - Messages to my younger self. Women Like Me Community is a social media group. Presently you can find us on Facebook at Women Like Me Community - Julie Fairhurst. We are accepting new members and would love to have your participation. This group is an all-woman group where we join together to support one another, lift each other up and promote healing in our world. Our members are from all walks of life with ages presently ranging from 17 to 83 years of age. Women from all over the world have joined us in our journey. In this volume of Women Like Me Community our members have written messages to their younger self. We have all from time to time, thought "if I only knew then what I know now" it would have been helpful, it would have made a difference. I may have changed my direction. I would have avoided that mistake. Now we can share wisdom with others who are struggling on their path. The women in the Women Like Me Community are not only wise, but they are also caring and giving. The community members put their messages in writing for others to learn from and help guide them on their life journey. And, as another form of giving back, the Women Like Me Community members will be donating all proceeds of their book to the breast cancer research. This is another way the community members can show their love and caring for others. I and all the ladies from the community hope you enjoy the book and their wisdom which comes to you as messages to my younger self.

A radically simple and universally flattering system for getting dressed, from the Emmy Award-winning stylist who turned Fran Drescher of The Nanny into a fashion icon "Brenda's capsule wardrobe system is a lifesaver. I will never look at my clothes the same way again "--Fran Drescher, star and co-creator of The Nanny Using your existing clothes plus a splash of something new, The Silhouette Solution provides a method that transforms how you'll view your wardrobe, your style, and ultimately, yourself. With just four tops, four bottoms, and a few pairs of shoes, Brenda Cooper shows you how to create the foundation for a fabulously functional wardrobe. Regardless of your age, size, body type, or budget, you'll have a set of modern, versatile, mix-and-match pieces that work for every occasion of your life. Learn how to effortlessly: - Coordinate comfortable, stylish outfits- Discover your true style ID- Accept your body with loving kindness- Reinvent your wardrobe- Know exactly what to shop for- And enjoy a newfound fashion freedom With The Silhouette Solution's strategy, you'll get out the door in a fraction of the time, feeling beautiful and at home in your body. That kind of empowerment is always in style

When humans can create new species, what rights do they have over the beings they create? The Making War is the long-awaited final book in the award-winning series that began with The Silver Ship and the Sea. Six genetically engineered children fought to survive in a small town where everyone hated what they were, on a difficult planet full of out-sized predators with long teeth and sharp claws. Because they were stronger than the colonists, they found a way to live, and eventually a way to leave. Alicia wants nothing more than to fly. But if she survives the dangerous transformation that will give her wings, she will become a slave. In the meantime, her ex-lover Joseph plans to fight for her freedom in a battle between two opposing planets. Powerful fleets are about to meet in the empty dark of space, and he wants neither to win. For help, he has his family, including his pacifist sister and his border collie.

Six friends work to stave off a war that will cross five planets. Together again after being separated for years, six heroes are banished from their Fremont...and they may have accidentally started a war in their home system. Their mentor, Marcus, stops them halfway home and tells them they must go to the planet Lopali, home of humans who have been genetically enhanced to fly. But although they can fly, they cannot reproduce, and they are held as pseudo-slaves by the people who created them. Marcus leads them into a last-ditch effort to stave off full-out war over the right for one being to own another. From the Endeavor Award Winning Author of The Silver Ship and the Sea

What Happens When The Universe Is Not Big Enough For Everyone? Differences define us. They set us at odds with the world. How we handle such conflicts establishes our character. For good or ill, Fremont's Children are full of character. Battling society. Each other. Themselves. Eking out a place to live and be free in peace on unforgiving worlds, among--at times--unforgiving people. And yet Fremont's Children persist, learning that it isn't about the conflicts, but about the friends and family that stand at your back. These stories--written by Brenda Cooper, Danielle Ackley-McPhail, and J. A. Pitts--are about the heart of humanity in all its flawed and courageous glory, standing unbowed beneath the stars. Based on the Fremont's Children Novel Series, Available from Wordfire PressThe Silver Ship and the SeaWinner of the 2008 Endeavor AwardRiding the WindWings of CreationAnd coming soon... The Making War

The colony planet of Fremont was supposed to be free of all geneticallyaltered beings--a new home for a pure race. So when six genetically altered children were abandoned on Fremont, they were not welcome. They vowed to get off the planet by any means necessary. Joseph and the others managed to escape, although Joseph finds their new home hostile, frightening, and deeply challenging. Chelo is left behind with her new-found love, Liam, and her best friend, the troubled Kayleen. Both sets of teens must contend with hostile adults, daunting environments, and unexpected challenges. And when Chelo's very life is threatened, Joseph must find a way to save her.

The colony planet of Fremont was supposed to be free of all geneticallyaltered beings--a new home for a pure race. So when six genetically altered children were abandoned on Fremont, they were not welcome. They vowed to get off the planet by any means necessary. Joseph and the others managed to escape, although Joseph finds their new home hostile, frightening, and deeply challenging. Chelo is left behind with her new-found love, Liam, and her best friend, the troubled Kayleen. Both sets of teens must contend with hostile adults, daunting environments, and unexpected challenges. And when Chelo's very life is threatened, Joseph must find a way to save her.

Young prisoners of war for as long as they can remember . . . Prisoners of a war they barely remember, Fremont's Children must find a way to survive in a world that abhors their very nature. Or they must discover a way to leave it... Six genetically enhanced children are stranded on the colony planet Fremont in a war between genetic purists and those that would tinker with the code. Orphaned, the children have few remnants of their heritage other than an old woman who was abandoned at the end of the war, and a mysterious silver ship that appears to have no doors. To keep themselves alive, the children must leave the safety of the insular community and brave the beautiful but dangerous wilds of Fremont. Is it an echo of their own natures, or a proving ground of their genetic worth? In this battle of wills and principles, what does the future hold for Fremont's Children?" Fast-paced and full-bodied, "Silver Ship" is character-driven hard SF at its best."- The Seattle Times"Distinctive characterizations, well-limned interrelationships, and the vividly realized Fremont contribute to an exciting coming-of-age story with a strong message about the evils of prejudice.""YAs are sure to relate to the travails and exploits of these extraordinary young people."-Booklist, Starred Review"This is an adventure story, because life on this planet can be treacherous, but it is also a story about the relationships between insiders and outsiders, between adults and the teens who are about to surpass them, and between people who need each other in order to survive."- School Library Journal"Cooper's ...first solo effort combines the feel of classic sf adventure with strong, character-driven storytelling and lays the foundation for other tales set in her brave new world.... Suitable for both adult and YA sf collections."- Library Journal"Good plot, with some nice touches... Characterizations were particularly well done."-Locus"The relationships and issues are more than intricate enough to satisfy more mature readers. But the protagonists are young, and the themes are ones that must necessarily speak to young adult readers. Enjoy."-AnalogSelected by Booklist as one of the top ten 2007 adult books for youth to read. Winner of the Endeavour Award