Sue Monk Kidd Libros

"Sue Monk was a 'conventionally religious, churchgoing woman, a traditional wife and mother' with a thriving career as a Christian writer until she began to question her role as a woman in her culture, her family, and her church. From a jarring encounter with sexism in a suburban drugstore to monastery retreats and rituals in the caves of Crete, Kidd takes readers through the fear, anger, healing, and transformation of her awakening. Retaining a meaningful connection 'with the deep song of Christianity, ' she opens the door for traditional Christian women to discover a spirituality that speaks directly to them and provides inspiring wisdom for all who struggle to embrace their full humanity"--Publisher's description

"The story follows Hetty "Handful" Grimke, a Charleston slave, and Sarah, the daughter of the wealthy Grimke family. The novel begins on Sarah's eleventh birthday, when she is given ownership over Handful, who is to be her handmaid. "The Invention of Wings" follows the next thirty-five years of their lives. Inspired in part by the historical figure of Sarah Grimke (a feminist, suffragist and, importantly, an abolitionist), Kidd allows herself to go beyond the record to flesh out the inner lives of all the characters, both real and imagined"--Provided by publisher

The Book of Longings is a 2020 Christian novel by American author Sue Monk Kidd, written as a feminist reimagining of the New Testament, published by Viking. It follows a fictionalized Galilean scribe named Ana who becomes the wife of Jesus during the lost years, commenting on the silencing of women across historyand literature. It received positive reviews for its respect towards the Biblical material and the characterization of its protagonists. The novel has been translated into 17 languages and a six-part miniseries adaptation was announced in 2023.

The No. 1 New York Times bestseller. THE INVENTION OF WINGS by Sue Monk Kidd was selected as an Oprah Book Club 2.0 pick on December 10, 2013. From the celebrated author of the international bestseller The Secret Life of Bees comes an extraordinary novel about two exceptional women. Sarah Grimke is the middle daughter. The one her mother calls difficult and her father calls remarkable. On Sarah's eleventh birthday, Hetty 'Handful' Grimke is taken from the slave quarters she shares with her mother, wrapped in lavender ribbons, and presented to Sarah as a gift. Sarah knows what she does next will unleash a world of trouble. She also knows that she cannot accept. And so, indeed, the trouble begins ...A powerful, sweeping novel, inspired by real events, and set in the American Deep South in the nineteenth century, THE INVENTION OF WINGS evokes a world of shocking contrasts, of beauty and ugliness, of righteous people living daily with cruelty they fail to recognise; and celebrates the power of friendship and sisterhood against all the odds.

Sue Monk Kidd is an extraordinary storyteller. In "The Secret Life of Bees," she explores a young girl's search for the truth about her mother; her courage to tear down racial barriers; and her joy as she claims her place within a community of women. "Beautifully written."--Ursula Hegi, author of "The Vision of Emma Blau."

I stood at the window watching the cocoon, which hung in the winter air like an upside–down question mark. That was the moment... I understood. Really understood. Crisis, change, all the myriad upheavals that blister the spirit and leave us groping– they aren't voices simply of pain but also of creativity. And if we would only listen, we might hear such times beckoning us to a season of waiting, to the place of fertile emptiness.Blending her own experiences with an intimate grasp of contemplative spirituality, Sue Monk Kidd relates the passionate and moving tale of her spiritual crisis at midlife, when life seemed to have lost meaning and how her longing for hasty escape from the pain yielded to a discipline of "active waiting." Comparing her experience to the formative processes inside a chrysalis on a wintry tree branch, Kidd reflects on the fact that the soul is often symbolized as a butterfly. The simple cocoon, a living parable of waiting, becomes an icon of hope for the transformation that the author sought. Kidd charts her re–ascent from the depths and offers a new understanding of the passage away from the self, which is based upon others' expectations, to the true self of God's unfolding intention. Her wise, inspiring book helps those in doubt and crisis recognize the opportunity to "dismantle old masks and patterns and unfold a deeper, more authentic self."

A fabulous coming-of-age debut novel which has sold over 5 million copies worldwide and has now been made into a stunning feature film Lily has grown up believing she accidentally killed her mother when she was four. She not only has her own memory of holding the gun, but her father's account of the event. Now fourteen, she yearns for her mother, and for forgiveness. Living on a peach farm in South Carolina with her father, she has only one friend: Rosaleen, a black servant whose sharp exterior hides a tender heart. South Carolina in the sixties is a place where segregation is still considered a cause worth fighting for. When racial tension explodes one summer afternoon, and Rosaleen is arrested and beaten, Lily is compelled to act. Fugitives from justice and from Lily's harsh and unyielding father, they follow a trail left by the woman who died ten years before. Finding sanctuary in the home of three beekeeping sisters, Lily starts a journey as much about her understanding of the world, as about the mystery surrounding her mother.

The story revolves around two women in self-imposed exile whose chance encounter leads to profound changes in their lives. Filled with humor and heartbreak, the novel features a vibrant cast of eccentric characters, showcasing their unique journeys and the transformative power of connection. This debut work captures the complexities of friendship and personal growth in a compelling narrative.

A journey through Greece and France serves as the backdrop for a poignant dual memoir by Sue Monk Kidd and her daughter, Ann. As they explore these vibrant locales, both mother and daughter seek to redefine their identities and deepen their connection. Their travels become a rich tapestry of shared experiences, insights, and personal growth, highlighting the transformative power of their relationship.

Traditional Chinese edition of The Mermaid Chair. The mythical mermaid chair sits in the monastery. It is believed that anyone who sits in the chair is promised happiness. But the price for that happiness can paradoxically destroy. The story tackles the ambiguous line between social norms and our physical and spiritual desires. Distributed by Tsai Fong Books, Inc.

With exceptional storytelling, the acclaimed author shares her personal journey of fear, anger, healing, and freedom in reclaiming the wholeness women have lost within patriarchal faith traditions. Once a conventionally religious woman, Sue Monk Kidd began to question her role in her culture, family, and church. She takes readers through her transformative awakening, revealing her struggle to unfold her spiritual life in a feminine way. In the late 1980s, Kidd's unexpected spiritual journey led her toward a feminine spirituality that challenges traditional norms. From a jarring encounter with sexism to retreats in monasteries and rituals in Crete, she explores a new level of feminine spiritual consciousness. This journey retains a meaningful connection to the "deep song of Christianity" while embracing the sacredness of ordinary women's experiences. Kidd's insights have the power to positively transform fundamental relationships in a woman's life—her marriage, career, and religion. This Plus edition paperback includes a recent interview with the author conducted by the book's editor, Michael Maudlin, providing further depth to her exploration of feminine spirituality.

Ein Lachen ist der kürzeste Weg zwischen zwei Menschen In diesem sehr persönlichen Buch erzählt die Bestsellerautorin Sue Monk Kidd anhand scheinbar kleiner Begebenheiten und Erlebnisse, wie sie sich von ihrem Alltag und den Menschen in ihrer Umgebung inspirieren lässt. Wer mit offenen Augen und Lust am Neuen durchs Leben geht, so ihre Botschaft, wird täglich wundervolle Erfahrungen machen: Lachen mit einer Fremden, einen Baum im Herbst blühen sehen, einem Frierenden einen Schal schenken, Angeln mit dem Großvater, Brotbacken mit den Freundinnen der Kinderzeit. Ein Buch für alle, die den Kontakt zu ihrer spirituellen Seite suchen und eine weise Ratgeberin an ihrer Seite wünschen.

Der New-York-Times-Bestseller über die Kunst des Schreibens und über die Kraft, die eigene Stimme zu finden. Von der Autorin des internationalen Bestsellers »Die Bienenhüterin« Erst in der Mitte ihres Lebens, als ihre Kinder fast erwachsen waren, fasste Sue Monk Kidd den Entschluss: Ich werde Schriftstellerin. Damit begann eine Reise, die nicht nur ihr Leben, sondern auch ihr Innerstes veränderte. In »Vom Schreiben und Leben« nimmt uns die Bestsellerautorin mit auf einen Weg voller Inspiration und Kreativität. Sie erzählt von ihren eigenen Erfahrungen, von Euphorie, Rückschlägen und Erfolgen. Sie nimmt uns mit an die Schreibstätten großer Autorinnen wie Virginia Woolf, Maya Angelou und Harper Lee. Im Mittelpunkt steht die Überzeugung: Schreiben ist mehr als Technik – es ist ein Akt der Seele. Wer diesen inneren Quell entdeckt, findet nicht nur Worte, sondern auch Mut und Sinn. Dieses Buch ist Memoir, Wegweiser und spirituelle Begleitung zugleich – eine Einladung, die eigene Kreativität neu zu entdecken und dem Leben eine tiefere Stimme zu geben.

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