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Breathe for Me
Tara Fowler can't wait to leave home. Raised by Maggie, her drunken mother, Tara, is desperate for love. With the help of her favorite teacher, Tara overcomes cold nights, empty cupboards, and an inappropriate teenage crush to finally graduate and leave Asheville, North Carolina.
On the campus of A&T State University, she finds hope and a handsome boy named Marcus Stallings. He shares his family and faith with Tara, eventually finding a place in her fragile heart. Now, they must overcome an explosive secret that threatens to tear them apart. Will they find their way to happily ever after?
On the campus of A&T State University, she finds hope and a handsome boy named Marcus Stallings. He shares his family and faith with Tara, eventually finding a place in her fragile heart. Now, they must overcome an explosive secret that threatens to tear them apart. Will they find their way to happily ever after?
349 pages, ebook
First published October 1, 2011
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About the author
Terri Whitmire
13 books6 followersTerri Whitmire is the Executive Director of Lift2Enrich, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that elevates the next generation of creative writers with programs that prepare students for the real world. She is also the CEO of Writers' Tablet, a self-publishing agency assisting aspiring and best-selling authors.
After earning a bachelor of science degree in Information Technology from the historic North Carolina A&T State University, she worked for several Fortune 500 companies. To nurture her love for literature, Terri received her writing certification from the Institute of Children’s Literature.
Terri passionately dedicates her attention to working with children in various capacities, including teaching, mentoring, tutoring, and children’s ministry. Georgia's Governor Nathan Deal recognized Mrs. Whitmire for her work in improving literacy, where she received a state proclamation. Her services are available in schools nationwide.
Mrs. Whitmire released her first book, "Breathe For Me," in 2011. In 2012, she was awarded placement in the Trillium Literary Journal for her short story, "The Crooked Path." In 2013, Urban Book Source nominated her for their 50 Emerging Authors Award. She has been seen on Atlanta's AIB Inspired by Valerie Show, interviewed by WATR-radio, WTBS Radio, Survival Network blog talk radio, and many other blogging websites. Terri has been praised for using her inspirational novels to bring attention to social issues such as alcoholism, mental illness, and human sex trafficking. Her additional titles include "Walking in His Shadow," "My Next Breath," "Excuse You," as well as several writing curricula.
Mrs. Whitmire is a Northpoint Community Church member, a World Vision sponsor, and donates her time and resources to Must Ministry, The Boys and Girls Club, Communities in School, and several other charities. She is happily married with three beautiful children and resides in Marietta, GA.
After earning a bachelor of science degree in Information Technology from the historic North Carolina A&T State University, she worked for several Fortune 500 companies. To nurture her love for literature, Terri received her writing certification from the Institute of Children’s Literature.
Terri passionately dedicates her attention to working with children in various capacities, including teaching, mentoring, tutoring, and children’s ministry. Georgia's Governor Nathan Deal recognized Mrs. Whitmire for her work in improving literacy, where she received a state proclamation. Her services are available in schools nationwide.
Mrs. Whitmire released her first book, "Breathe For Me," in 2011. In 2012, she was awarded placement in the Trillium Literary Journal for her short story, "The Crooked Path." In 2013, Urban Book Source nominated her for their 50 Emerging Authors Award. She has been seen on Atlanta's AIB Inspired by Valerie Show, interviewed by WATR-radio, WTBS Radio, Survival Network blog talk radio, and many other blogging websites. Terri has been praised for using her inspirational novels to bring attention to social issues such as alcoholism, mental illness, and human sex trafficking. Her additional titles include "Walking in His Shadow," "My Next Breath," "Excuse You," as well as several writing curricula.
Mrs. Whitmire is a Northpoint Community Church member, a World Vision sponsor, and donates her time and resources to Must Ministry, The Boys and Girls Club, Communities in School, and several other charities. She is happily married with three beautiful children and resides in Marietta, GA.
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