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Series Description: Building Financial ConfidenceWhat if money wasn't just about bills, debt, and survival but about freedom, dignity, and legacy?The Building Financial Confidence series was created to give women a clear, practical, and empowering path to financial confidence at any stage of life. Whether you're starting at 30, pivoting at 50, or reimagining your future at 65, this series shows that it's never too late to begin and never too late to build a financial story worth passing down.This six-book journey is both a playbook and an invitation. It combines practical financial steps with real-life stories, biblical anchors, and modern money strategies. It shows you not just how to manage money, but how to master it so you can create change for yourself, your family, and your community.Book One: The Financial Foundation — Building Financial ConfidenceStart where you are. Learn the money basics no one taught you: budgeting with intention, mastering your checking account, saving with purpose, and understanding credit without fear. Foundation is about stability and clarity, the solid ground every financial story needs.Book Two: Financial Growth — Small Steps, Future Big WinsSmall moves add up to big results. In this book, you'll explore stocks, bonds, real estate, and side hustles, all explained in plain language. You'll learn how to use compound interest, build investment habits, and take simple steps today that pay off for decades.Book Three: Financial Expansion — Building Multiple Streams of IncomeOne paycheck isn't enough. This book shows how to create additional income through rentals, businesses, digital products, and scalable side hustles. It's about building resilience, flexibility, and freedom by expanding your streams.Book Four: Financial Legacy — Build It ForwardWealth isn't just what you build; it's what you leave. This book guides you through securing your assets with wills, trusts, insurance, and debt-free ownership. It helps you understand the difference between passing down generational wealth and generational debt. Book Five: Financial Freedom — From Surviving to Thriving (Living Beyond the 9–5)Freedom isn't just about money; it's about margin, rest, and joy. This book explores how to live abundantly: building cash flow, choosing experiences over expenses, practicing Sabbath as a strategy, and enjoying wealth without guilt. Freedom means stepping into the life you've worked for with peace and purpose.Book Six: The Financial  Change Maker InvitationThe culmination of the journey. You've built the foundation, grown your streams, protected your legacy, and stepped into freedom. Now comes the call to impact. The Change Maker Invitation challenges women to use money not just for themselves, but as a tool for influence, generosity, and change that ripples through families, communities, and generations.Why This Series MattersThe Building Financial Confidence series matters because women deserve more than survival. They deserve clear tools, real strategies, and the confidence to sit at the table where wealth is discussed. Money is not just about buying things. It's about creating access, options, and opportunities to make a difference.

The numbers don't lie but they don't tell the whole story either.This isn't another book about spreadsheets and KPIs. It's a blueprint for every dealership leader who's tired of silent meetings, stale reports, and strategies that never stick. What if the conversation changed? What if data told a story that made people care and act? What if leadership built trust, accountability, and momentum instead of fear?The Blueprint and the Breakdown takes you behind the scenes of dealership culture where financial statements meet human behavior and shows how to turn static numbers into powerful conversations that drive results.Because in this business, it's not just about hitting the numbers it's about leading with clarity, creativity, and connection.

For First-Time Car Buyers Who Refuse to Get PlayedYou're not just buying a car, you're making your first big adult move. But no one handed you a playbook on how to do it without getting pressured, confused, or overcharged.Until now.This book is your no-fluff, no-jargon, no sleazy sales tricks guide to walking into a dealership with confidence and walking out with the keys without the regret. Whether fresh out of school, starting your first job, or tired of borrowing rides, this guide has your back.Inside, you'll learn:How to set a real budget (not the dealership's fantasy version)What to say and what not to say to keep control of the conversationHow to recognize shady financing tricks and hidden feesWhen to push, when to pause, and when to walk away with your dignity (and money) intactThe exact steps to prep like a pro, even if you know nothing about carsWritten with humor, heart, and insider knowledge from an industry veteran, this book isn't about impressing anyone; it's about empowering you to make a smart decision that supports your future.Because first-time buyers shouldn't have to learn the hard way.And after reading this? You won't.

Please Don't Eat the Script: Waking Up from the Silent Performance is a profoundly personal, soul-stirring invitation to stop performing for the world and start becoming who you were always meant to be.Author Shirley A. Stephens delivers a raw, redemptive look at what happens when the roles we've played for too long, the caretaker, the provider, the achiever, and the strong one, begin to collapse under the weight of expectation. Part memoir, part mirror, and part guide, this book gently leads readers through the robust process of awakening, releasing, and rebuilding.I began writing this book after a series of honest conversations with a friend, the kind of conversations most people avoid until they're at their breaking point. What began as a reflection quickly became a revelation."e;Each chapter started talking back to me,"e; she says. "e;I didn't realize I was writing a book that would help me heal in real time."e;With honesty and grace, Please Don't Eat the Script explores the quiet exhaustion of living on autopilot and the courage it takes to stop pretending you're fine. Through a blend of storytelling, faith, and practical wisdom, Stephens helps readers recognize the "e;scripts"e; they've inherited, those unspoken rules and expectations about who they should be, and invites them to lay them down finally.This book is more than a roadmap; it's a refuge. It's for the woman who's tired of trying to hold it all together. The man who feels unseen beneath the pressure to perform. The believer who's lost their rhythm with God. It's for anyone ready to stop running and start receiving peace, grace, and the permission to be.Inside, readers will find:Reflections that bridge faith, emotion, and self-awareness"e;Pause + Process"e; prompts to guide personal growthGentle reminders that healing doesn't erase you; it reveals youA message of restoration for those walking through transitionPlease Don't Eat the Script reminds us that awakening isn't a destination; it's a daily decision. It's the art of slowing down long enough to listen, release, and rediscover joy right where you are.For anyone standing at the edge of change, weary, hopeful, or somewhere in between, this book whispers:You don't have to perform to be loved. You have to wake up to who you already are.

The War Manual:  Tactical Prayer Strategies for WomenLife does not hand out battles sparingly; it delivers them daily. Some arrive quietly, as the nagging voice of doubt that whispers you're not enough. Others come roaring, like a storm of disappointment, financial pressure, family conflict, or unexpected loss. In every case, the outcome depends on how prepared you are to fight.The War Manual was born out of one simple revelation: God is deliberate and methodical in His instructions for war. Throughout Scripture, battles are never random. They are strategic. God equips His people with clear guidance, weapons of faith, and a mindset for victory. Author Shirley Stephens, a seasoned leader with over 35 years of experience mentoring and empowering others, recognized that the same discipline and strategy that drives success in business and life is also written into the Bible. What began as her personal search for clarity became a resource designed to help others step onto their battlefield with courage and confidence.Unlike traditional devotionals, The War Manual organizes scripture into a battle plan format. Instead of flipping through the Bible when you're overwhelmed only to feel more lost than when you started, you'll find scriptures arranged topically, giving you direct access to God's Word for the exact challenge you're facing. Whether you are wrestling with fear, fighting discouragement, protecting your family, or standing strong in your purpose, you'll find a clear "e;war plan"e; ready to guide you.Inside, you will discover:Scriptures framed as strategies for everyday battles of the mind, heart, and spirit.Practical applications showing how to use the Word as a weapon in real-life situations.Topical sections that address anxiety, temptation, anger, doubt, purpose, and perseverance.Divine tactics such as prayer, fasting, praise, and agreement as offensive weapons against life's struggles.Quick reference guides so you can immediately find the verses you need in moments of urgency.This book is not written for the theologian or scholar; it's a written compilation for the everyday believer who sometimes feels worn out, confused, or ill-equipped. It's written for the person who loves God but needs a simple, powerful way to apply His Word when life gets hard. It's written for anyone who has ever thought: If only the Bible came with instructions for today's battles.With warmth, clarity, and boldness, Shirley Stephens shares the scriptures that carried her through seasons of difficulty and triumph. She does not present them as abstract lessons but as tactical weapons. Every verse is positioned as a command, a defense, or a rallying cry, reminding you that you are not fighting alone, but standing in the strength of a God who has already secured the victory.Whether you read it cover to cover, use it as a daily devotional, or keep it nearby as a quick-reference guide, The War Manual will become your go-to companion in life's battles. It will train your heart and mind to see challenges not as defeats but as opportunities to step into the arena of faith with confidence.This is more than a book; it is your personal strategy guide for spiritual warfare.If you are tired of feeling defeated. If you're ready to silence fear, reclaim your joy, and live with unshakable faith. If you're looking for a practical way to apply God's Word to your daily struggles then it's time to pick up The War Manual and step onto the battlefield prepared.Victory is not only possible, it's promised. This manual will show you how to claim it, one scripture at a time.

The God Who Rules TimeHow Every Moment Finds Its Place in HimBy Shirley A. AppiahScripture teaches that God controls time. He rules each moment; time submits to Him.Trusting this perspective changes our view of progress and waiting. Instead of bearing time's burden, we discover that it fades when we rest in God's timing, not our control.Shirley A. Appiah's The God Who Rules Time helps readers anchor themselves in this truth. Time does not control you; its Creator does. The book uses scriptural accounts to show that God alters the flow of time itself. These demonstrate His authority over every moment.The moments featured in the book are more than just events. Building on this idea, they invite us to engage with their message.These moments encourage us to recognize God's presence. They encourage us to adopt a different approach to waiting and relinquish control. The book shifts the questions we ask and always points us back to this truth: God, not time, guides our lives.So, instead of asking, Why is the wait taking so long?The question becomes, what if I am still being led? Did I miss my moment? What if it simply hasn't arrived yet?When we embrace this perspective, the rush, the urge to compare, and the quiet fear of falling behind start to fade.If time doesn't rule, then we can live in freedom from its demands, trusting the God who does.This book meets you where you are. If you have ever felt weighed down by the idea of being late in life, it shares truth without adding pressure or expecting you to perform.You are not behind.You have not missed out.Your life is secure in God's hands.Time isn't writing your story. God is the author. His timing always has a purpose. It brings assurance in every season.God authors every moment. His timing is perfect; rest in His care, not the clock.

Life can change quickly, bringing unexpected challenges and leaving us unsure of what's next.These moments often arrive quietly, hidden within daily routines. Everything may seem fine outwardly, but inside, a quiet heaviness builds.This is for the woman who begins each day shouldering invisible weights, her worries and responsibilities, while moving forward with steady grace.She goes through her days making choices and handling responsibilities, quietly hoping for relief. She prays, waits, and perseveres, even when hope seems distant. She softly asks, God, are You here too?Heavier by Shirley A. Appiah does not offer easy fixes. Its core message is an invitation to slow down, be honest, and approach God with openness, especially when life feels heavy.Through real stories and practical advice, this book explores the quiet struggles of comparison, waiting, stillness, and slow growth.You will not find strict rules or forced answers here.In these pages, gentle reminders demonstrate that growth can occur even in uncertain times. The burdens you carry matter, and your hidden struggles and stories are important.What you have kept inside is not lost. Your story may be where God begins to heal your pain. Give yourself a moment to pause and reflect.You do not need to have all the answers to move forward.

Shirley A. Appiah's Nothing Ever Happens Here is a literary mystery about the things we overlook, the stories we create, and the quiet moments that reveal more than we realize.An ordinary visit to a car dealership slowly turns into something unexpected.Cars come and go. Deals are made. Conversations end as people move through. At first, everything seems normal. But when one woman pays closer attention, she notices what others miss: a question that lingers, a number that does not add up, a name that keeps appearing, and a customer who is always present but never noticed.As she continues to observe, missing cars, misplaced keys, and odd stories become part of everyday life. She notices how people persist, even when something feels off.In a busy dealership where routine takes the place of reflection and guesses stand in for answers, Nothing Ever Happens Here shows how patterns repeat and truths stay in plain sight. Nothing is hidden, but no one stops to notice.Blending literary fiction, psychological mystery, and social insight, the novel raises a troubling question: is anything ever really hidden? What if it was just never seen?With lucid prose, subtle tension, and a growing sense of unease, Nothing Ever Happens Here pulls readers into a world where every detail matters, each conversation hides secrets, and only those who pay attention find the truth. It lingers long after the last page, not for its events, but for what was always present.Nothing Ever Happens Here explores overlooked patterns, silent assumptions, and the instant someone finally notices what others ignore.Often, the most important things are not hidden. They just wait for someone to notice them.