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In The Spirit

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An inspirational collection of essays by the editor-in-chief of "Essence" combines insight with personal experience in chapters such as "Renew Your Faith," "Life is a Journey," and "Wisdom of the Spirit"

121 pages, Hardcover

First published October 20, 1994

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Susan L. Taylor

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5 reviews1 follower
December 7, 2009
This book is awesome. It confirms most of what we already know about life but it's a relief to hear those thoughts put more clearly.

Life is indeed what we make it...
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May 19, 2020
One book that deserves more than one reading. This was at least the third time for me. Faith and common sense ideas that renew your spirit.
The book can be read in sections as your reflection and/or healing needs arise.

As one reviewer wrote “soul food”
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82 reviews
September 23, 2008
She's a WISE LADY!!!!! and is true to the philosophy "each one,teach one"...Great book to pick up often to remind you to remain "In the spirit"
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50 reviews24 followers
August 17, 2010
Awesome inspirational writings from the phenomenal lady who used to be the Editor-in-Chief of Essence Magazine.
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26 reviews9 followers
December 3, 2010
I go to this book often for inspiration. I read it years ago. It is a great book to own for the soul food we all need.
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1 review45 followers
September 9, 2016
I purchased this book in my early twenties when it was first published, and I loved it. I gained so much wisdom from reading this book. It definitely is inspirational and oh boy it had so many life lessons that I need for a woman in her twenties, who was struggling with many things at that time. To this day I re-read this book often. Truthfully, this is the best book I've ever read, other than the bible.

I definitely recommend it to ALL.
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32 reviews
June 14, 2015
I enjoyed this book! It reminded me of things I already knew and gave me a new perspective in other areas. I especially enjoyed that it was broken down into small sections--I read one each night before bed. I'll definitely be reading it again and recommending it to friends and family.
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May 13, 2008
This book has reaffirmed the importance of staying in faith, the power of God and why I am so proud to be a woman of color!!!
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10 reviews
June 9, 2012
A very moving, realism, powerful book that can touch your heart! And for me, the second most holiest book you'll ever like reading, after the Holy Bible!
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441 reviews25 followers
November 22, 2014
Re-read this book, this is a book from a lady who talk to me in her written words.
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