Shannon Primicerio
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From the moment she learned to talk, author and speaker Shannon (Kubiak) Primicerio has been engaging audiences with her wit and wisdom. A writer from the second she could hold a pencil, Shannon brings a deep passion for God and a keen awareness of the issues teen girls face to both the page and the stage. Whether you are reading one of her books or sitting in a room listening to her speak, you will feel like you know Shannon—and like she knows you.
Hagar: Target of a Jealous Beauty Queen, NavPress 2007 YA Bible Study
Hagar has landed her first job, and it’s a biggie. As the personal assistant to Abraham’s wife, Sarah, she has a front-row seat to the birth of God’s nation. But the work turns ugly when Hagar finds herself being manipulated and betrayed by her boss. Now abandoned by Sarah and left with no friends, Hagar is on the brink of giving up. Yet in her darkest moment, she discovers that a faithful God can turn something tragic into a beautiful gift. TrueLife Bible studies feature real girls facing real problems. Each study takes a look at young women who struggled with issues such as jealousy, heartbreak, and insecurity. Yet through it all, they experienced a God who loves unconditionally.
Leah: Confessions of a First Runner Up, NavPress 2007 YA Bible Study
Meet Leah, a girl who lives in the shadow of her sister, Rachel. From looks to popularity, her super sibling has it all. And just when life couldn’t seem more unfair, Rachel wins the heart of Leah’s dream guy. Talk about feeling inferior. But in the middle of this pain and rejection, Leah finds hope in God and lands a leading role in His plan to save the world. So maybe nice girls do finish first. TrueLife Bible studies feature real girls facing real problems. Each study takes a look at young women who struggled with issues such as jealousy, heartbreak, and insecurity. Yet through it all, they experienced a God who loves unconditionally.
The Divine Dance, repackaged Bethany House 2007 YA non-fiction
We want to be liked—that’s why we put so much energy into pleasing others. Life has become a dance that we perform for others, auditioning for a place in the hearts of everyone we meet. We put our energy into performances to please our parents, friends, teachers, boys—even people we don’t know. It’s simple: We all desire to be loved and accepted. But in this busy, complicated world, we should be dancing as we were designed to—for the One who really cares. When the audiences are gone and we take off our masks, that’s the part the Director likes best. Away from the alluring lights and demanding crowds, we can know ourselves and God in a powerful, meaningful way. When we realize that the One who matters already loves us, we will flourish in this life that is the Divine Dance.