Motivational Speaker/Educator/Author/Playwright
Dr. Beverly Boone
Storytelling to Impact Social Change
THE BOOKS
Life is Like a Tootsie Roll Lollipop
Life is Like a Tootsie-Roll Lollipop: The Adventures of Sib and Bib, is a memory book of Dr. Boone’s childhood growing up in the South during the ’50s and ’60s. These twelve poignant stories are told with captivating humor and bittersweet recollections of family, friends, and faith.
Life is Like: My Companion Journal
Discover your own simile for life and name it! Young and old will find this delightful companion journal an engrossing and fun journey down memory lane. Colorful pictures and thought-provoking writing prompts provide endless hours to reflect upon the unforgettable moments that make everyone's life a unique adventure.
Family Secrets
Family Secrets is an original play that highlights the growing problem of domestic violence. Its main character, Della, is living a life that looks perfect on the outside; however, she is hiding a terrible secret. As the story unravels, Della realizes that she is not the only family member with a destructive secret.
Breaking the Silence
Breaking the Silence of Bullying is a play for educators and community leaders written to ignite a discussion about bullying. Each of its three acts illustrates examples of bullying endured by Cheryl, a middle school student struggling with the loss of her mother at home and the cruelty of one particular boy, Wallace, at school. Wallace's sidekick is Vernon, who serves as a cheerleader for Wallace's intimidating behaviors.
Finally, the play gives us a look at the tragic home life of Wallace, who bears the brunt of his father's pain and anger due to the mother's abandonment of the family. Confused and abused, Wallace and Cheryl both make a reckless decision in an attempt to resolve their silent heartbreak.
Daffodils of Damascus
"Daffodils of Damascus" is the first short story from Dr. Beverly Boone's collection of inspirational stories for children, Let the Children Speak. Following each story are questions and activities to stimulate conversation and bonding among readers, parents, and Christian leaders. In this heartwarming story, seven-year-old Trey Stephens discovers that God has the power to change the human heart. Because of this powerful theme, "Daffodils of Damascus" is also an excellent story to share after introducing students to the Biblical story of Saul's conversion on the road to Damascus, Act 9:1-31.
I Am Loved... I Am Forgiven
It’s Easter morning. Nykesha and Jessica are in church with their mom, Mrs. Stuart. Both girls are somewhat listening to the Easter message; however, their sibling rivalry soon hijacks the sermon. Even though childhood competition and jealousy are common occurrences among siblings, their mom understands that when left unchecked, such experiences can cause hurt and regret that extend into adulthood. As this mom’s wisdom moves her daughters from rivalry to sisterhood, she also teaches them the true meaning of the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Jeff's Greatest Victory
Being a disciple of Jesus Christ is showing obedience, self-discipline, and faith in every aspect of daily life. At my lowest point, I turned to Jesus. Yes, I made Jesus Christ my personal MVP in every game and in every area if my life! Teammates and friends, I stopped playing to please the crowd and began living to please God!
My Little Birthday Princess
“Wake up, my little birthday princess.” Her daddy’s gentle words fall upon her ears with the warmth of the morning sunlight. Just seeing her daddy’s smile makes every day special because her daddy’s smile captures his love of family and reflects his gentle spirit. In her daddy’s smile is a promise of beautiful things to come. Breanna knows that her daddy’s promises are good as gold and are never broken.
Sometimes The Hardest Things...
How do children learn that the hardest things are often the right things to do in life? As the son of military parents, DeShawn learns at a tender age that strength comes through forgiveness and holding fast to the values and morals taught to him by his family. In Family and Friends, DeShawn teaches through example the true meaning of friendship, forgiveness, and love.