Welcome to The Bookshelf

The Bookshelf, a curated library of books and resources organized by shelf. Explore the Becoming Shelf, Devotional Shelf, and Balanced Life Shelf to discover books, journals, Bible studies, reflection tools, and resources that support learning, faith, personal growth, identity, wellness, and intentional living.

What's on This Shelf?

Resources designed to support growth, reflection, and personal transformation.

Support Your Journey

The Becoming Books Shelf focuses on identity, personal growth, healing, confidence, and the human experience. Through literature, memoirs, and reflective resources, these books encourage deeper self-understanding, meaningful reflection, and personal transformation.

  • Finding Me, by Viola Davis

    Book Overview

    In this powerful memoir, Viola Davis shares her journey from childhood adversity to becoming an award-winning actress.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • I, Medusa, by Ayana Gray

    Book Overview

    I, Medusa reimagines the legendary figure from Greek mythology as a powerful young woman who must reclaim her identity and take control of her story after being unjustly transformed.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • The Bluest Eye, by Toni Morrison

    Book Overview

    The Bluest Eye examines the effects of beauty standards, identity, race, and belonging through the story of Pecola Breedlove.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Their Eyes Were Watching God, by Zora N. Hurston

    Book Overview

    Their Eyes Were Watching God follows Janie Crawford's journey through love, loss, identity, and self-discovery.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Beloved, by Toni Morrison

    Book Overview

    Beloved explores the lasting impact of slavery, memory, love, and freedom through the story of a woman confronting the pain of her past.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Song of Solomon, by Toni Morrison

    Book Overview

    Song of Solomon follows one man's journey of self-discovery as he uncovers his family's history, identity, and cultural legacy.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • The Vanishing Half, by Brit Bennett

    Book Overview

    The Vanishing Half examines identity, race, family, and belonging through the lives of twin sisters whose choices lead them down dramatically different paths.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • The Color Purple, by Alice Walker

    Book Overview

    The Color Purple tells the story of a young woman's journey from abuse and oppression to healing, self-discovery, faith, and personal empowerment.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • The Rain, by Dr. Edward Bell

    Book Overview

    The Rain is a fictional story of memory, motherhood, family, faith, hidden pain, and the difficult journey toward understanding and forgiveness

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Showing Up for the Labeled, by Dr. Edward Bell

    Book Overview

    Showing Up for the Labeled challenges readers to look beyond labels and stereotypes while exploring identity, resilience, healing, and the power of seeing people with compassion and dignity.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • The Three Book Toni Morrison Collection, by Toni Morrison

    Book Overview

    This collection features The Bluest Eye, Song of Solomon, and Beloved—three influential novels that explore identity, history, family, resilience, and the enduring impact of the past on the journey of becoming.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • The Brit Bennett Two Book Collection, by Brit Bennett

    Book Overview

    This collection brings together The Vanishing Half and The Mothers, two compelling novels that explore identity, family, belonging, community, and the lasting consequences of personal choices.

    Why It's on the Shelf 

What's on This Shelf?

Resources designed to support wellness, personal growth, cultural understanding, and intentional living.

Live with Intention

The Balanced Life Shelf focuses on intentional living, wellness, personal development, healthy boundaries, and creating a life aligned with your values and priorities. These resources encourage growth in both everyday habits and long-term well-being.

  • The Fruit of the Spirit

    Book Overview

    The Fruit of the Spirit explores the biblical qualities that reflect Christ-like character, including love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • The Purpose Driven Life, by Rick Warren

    Book Overview

    The Purpose Driven Life is a Christian discipleship guide that helps readers discover God's purpose for their lives through biblical teaching, practical application, and daily reflection.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Self-Love Workbook for Black Women, by Rachel Johnson, LMHC, MFT

    Book Overview

    Self-Love Workbook for Black Women provides guided exercises, reflections, and practical tools designed to build self-compassion, strengthen confidence, and encourage emotional healing and personal growth.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Healing the Soul of a Woman, by Joyce Meyer

    Book Overview

    Healing the Soul of a Woman offers biblical guidance for overcoming emotional wounds, breaking free from the pain of the past, and embracing the healing, confidence, and wholeness God desires for women.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Hidden Valley Road, by Robert Kolker

    Book Overview

    Hidden Valley Road tells the remarkable true story of the Galvin family, whose twelve children included six sons diagnosed with schizophrenia.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Caste, by Isabel Wilkerson

    Book Overview

    In Caste, Isabel Wilkerson examines the hidden social hierarchies that have shaped societies throughout history.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Educated, by Tara Westover

    Book Overview

    Educated is Tara Westover's memoir about growing up in a strict and isolated household and her journey toward higher education and self-discovery.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • A New Earth, by Eckhart Tolle

    Book Overview

    In A New Earth, Eckhart Tolle explores how our thoughts, beliefs, and sense of self influence the way we experience life.

    Why It's on the Shelf 

What's on This Shelf?

Resources designed to support faith, spiritual growth, Scripture study, and daily devotional practice.

Deepen Your Faith

The Devotional Shelf focuses on Scripture study, prayer, spiritual growth, and developing a deeper relationship with God. Through devotionals, Bible studies, reflection resources, and faith-centered tools, these resources encourage consistent spiritual practices and growth in your daily walk with Christ.

  • When You Talk to God, by Sharla Stephens

    Book Overview

    When You Talk to God encourages women to strengthen their prayer lives through Scripture, reflection, and honest communication with God.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Prayer Journal for Women

    Book Overview

    Prayer Journal for Women offers 52 weeks of Scripture, devotional reflections, and guided prompts to help women develop a consistent and meaningful prayer practice.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • The Bible in a Year

    Book Overview

    The Bible in a Year provides a structured daily reading plan that guides readers through Scripture over the course of one year.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Bible Study Journal for Women

    Book Overview

    Bible Study for Women is a 52-week guided journal featuring Scripture-based lessons and reflection prompts designed to deepen biblical understanding and everyday faith.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • The Bible Recap by Tara-Leigh Cobble

    Book Overview

    The Bible Recap is a companion resource designed to help readers understand the overarching story of Scripture through a chronological reading plan.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin

    Book Overview

    Women of the Word provides practical guidance for studying Scripture with greater depth and understanding

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • A Journey with Jesus. by Cherie Hill

    Book Overview

    A Journey with Jesus invites readers to walk through the life, ministry, teachings, and example of Jesus Christ.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • The Power of Prayer, by E. M. Bounds

    Book Overview

    The Power of Prayer explores the importance of prayer in the life of every believer.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • The Healing Journal by Laura Miller

    Book Overview:
    A guided Christian journal designed to help readers process emotional wounds, reflect on God's truth, and walk intentionally through the journey of healing and restoration.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Verse Mapping Journal by Expanded Paper Co.

    Book Overview:
    A guided journal that provides structured space to break down Scripture, examine key words and context, record cross-references, and reflect on personal application.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Verse Mapping Bible Study Journal: Deepen Your Bible Reading...

    Book Overview:
    A guided Bible study journal that introduces Kristy Cambron’s verse-mapping method and provides space to study Scripture through context, key words, translations, cross-references, and reflection

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • HER by Pierre Alex Jeanty

    Book Overview:
    An inspirational collection of reflections and poetry that encourages women to embrace healing, self-worth, resilience, and the beauty of becoming who they were created to be.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Real Prayers for Real Life, by Anthony D. Brice

    Book Overview

    Real Prayers for Real Life offers Scripture-centered prayers for everyday circumstances, encouraging readers to deepen their relationship with God through honest, faith-filled prayer.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • The Good and Beautiful Bible Study, by Alabaster

    Book Overview

    The Good and Beautiful Bible Study combines Scripture, thoughtful reflections, and beautiful imagery to help readers engage with God's Word in a meaningful and transformative way.

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Twelve Extraordinary Women, by John MacArthur

    Book Overview

    Twelve Extraordinary Women explores the lives of twelve women in the Bible, highlighting how God used their faith, obedience, and perseverance to accomplish His purposes..

    Why It's on the Shelf 
  • Women of the Bible, by Ann Spangler & Jean E. Syswerda

    Book Overview

    Women of the Bible is a year-long devotional study that examines the lives of fifty-two women in Scripture, offering biblical insight and practical application for everyday faith.

    Why It's on the Shelf 

Turn Worship Intoa Daily Practice

Pair the Then Sings My Soul Prayer Journal with the Music for the Soul playlist in our Media Library. Listen, pray, reflect, and record the lyrics, Scriptures, and truths that speak to your heart.

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A Voice Worth Revisiting

Each bookshelf includes authors whose work has shaped conversations about identity, faith, resilience, healing, purpose, and the human experience. This month's featured author is Toni Morrison, whose powerful storytelling continues to challenge, inspire, and transform readers across generations.

Stories That Change the Way We See Ourselves: Toni Morrison Collection