KEEPIN IT REAL
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Anyone who is (or who ever has been) 13 will identify with Leslies struggles to make sense of her family, her faith, her own thoughts, and the world. Through her letters to God, Leslie deals with questions as big as the very nature of God and as small as why Mom gets so bent out of shape about how the bathroom towels are folded. Sandra Humphrey has done a beautiful job of not only creating a very believable character, but more importantly, of showing young readers how inextricably faith is linked to the issues of everyday life.Lynn GilliamAssociate Editor, PocketsLeslie has just turned 13 -- and she is having a very bad year. Not only is she stuck in a new school where she doesnt know anyone, but shes also stuck in a life group at her church where the leader of her small discussion group asks tough questions that she cant answer. Come along and join Leslie on her faith journey as she writes letters to God, and in the process begins to discover answers to some of her problems.Keepin It Real is sassy and sensitive. Its an honest look at a young girls struggles -- and insights -- as she faces puberty and searches for faith.Mary Lou CarneyEditor-in-chief, Guideposts for TeensWarm, witty, and real, these true-to-life prayers offer delightful windows into the heart of God and every girl who prays to him.Lois Walfrid JohnsonAuthor, The Disappearing Stranger and the Adventures of the Northwoods seriesKeepin It Real will help young people all over the world love themselves and God -- and have light and hope in this wild, confusing world.Troy and Genie NilssonChristian SongwritersSandra Humphrey takes on all the trials of teenagehood -- pimples, dates, gym class, even parents contemplating divorce -- and gives her readers an idea of just where to turn for help.Rick HamlinManaging Editor, GuidepostsSandra McLeod Humphrey is a retired clinical psychologist with over 35 years experience working with young people. She is the author of the best-sell
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