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When Susan Lorraine Kadera opened her DNA results, she expected simple percentages. Instead, she discovered eight rare genetic markers—ancient signatures that survived migrations, wars, oceans, and centuries to reach her. These rare genes carried names like Akhenaten, Kilimanjaro, Yellow Emperor, Crazy Horse, Marco Polo, The Goddess, and Europa. Each one revealed a hidden chapter of her ancestry, connecting her to civilizations and peoples she never knew were part of her story. THE WOMAN WITH EIGHT RARE GENES is a memoir of identity, ancestry, and the quiet truths written in our blood.

A tender childhood memory comes to life in this heartwarming true story about a little girl, her beloved Barbie, and the quiet kindness of a woman who stitched love into every tiny outfit she made. From the moment Susan received her very first Barbie and Ken, her imagination opened into a world of pretend play and possibility. But what made her Barbie truly special were the handmade clothes that began arriving in the mail — delicate dresses, tiny tops, soft crocheted skirts, and one unforgettable black fur jacket with little buttons sewn down the front.

In this warm and nostalgic childhood memoir, Susan Lorraine Kadera shares the unforgettable summer her family brought home a Doughboy pool — a simple purchase that became a treasured chapter of her childhood. From asking her parents for a pool, to finding one through a newspaper ad, to preparing the backyard together as a family, each moment is filled with anticipation, teamwork, and joy.

Pumpkin’s Brave Heart is a tender, true story about a beloved little dog whose courage shines through even the hardest moments. When Pumpkin begins coughing one day, her owner immediately senses something is wrong. A visit to the vet reveals that Pumpkin has an enlarged heart — a diagnosis that changes their daily routine but not the deep love they share.

When a school contest promises a brand new 10 speed bicycle to the student who collects the most aluminum cans, one determined sixth grader throws her whole heart into the challenge. With the help of her dad’s coworkers, her uncle, and her family, the simple contest becomes a team effort filled with hope, excitement, and the kind of childhood determination that feels larger than life. As the competition tightens, she learns the meaning of effort, pride, and resilience.

In this tender and nostalgic memoir, Susan Lorraine Kadera shares the story of the backyard garden her father lovingly built — a place where fruit trees, vegetables, and childhood memories grew side by side. What began with a few carefully planted plum trees soon blossomed into a thriving garden that shaped the rhythm of family life. From watching her father dig the first holes, to helping weed the rows of corn and lettuce, to sneaking sunwarmed strawberries straight from the vine, the garden became a place of learning, connection, and simple joy.

When God whispered, "Write a book," Susan never imagined how one simple yes would transform her life. What began as a quiet act of obedience in retirement became a journey of purpose, healing, and divine multiplication. In this heartfelt testimony, Susan shares how God took one assignment and turned it into dozens of books, audiobooks, and a ministry of preserving family history. Through gentle storytelling and deep reflection, she reveals how God guided every chapter, every idea, and every moment of inspiration.

The World Tour Book is a heartfelt childhood memoir about the school project that unexpectedly shaped a future writer. As a young girl, Susan Lorraine Kadera was given an assignment called “The World Tour Book” —a project that asked students to explore states, countries, and continents through tracings, facts, and imagination. What began as a simple homework assignment quickly grew into a onehundredpage labor of love created across the family kitchen table.

Some childhood memories stay with us forever — the smell of sunscreen, the sound of a boat engine, the cool weight of an ice chest packed for a perfect summer day. In this warm and nostalgic memoir, Susan Lorraine Kadera takes listeners back to the Sundays her family spent at the lake with the neighbors across the street, creating traditions that shaped her childhood. From early morning potato salad preparations to the excitement of seeing the neighbors hook up their boat, each chapter captures the simple joys of those sun-soaked weekends.

Love Lives in My Heart” is a tender, comforting story about the quiet ways love stays with us throughout our lives. Inspired by the author’s childhood memories, this gentle book follows a little girl who feels a soft knock in her heart each day — a reminder that love is always near. Whether she is waking up, feeling scared, trying something new, or feeling lonely, Love whispers, “I’m here.” This warm and reassuring story helps children understand that love lives inside them, ready to comfort, guide, and shine.

In this gentle and nostalgic childhood memoir, Susan Lorraine Kadera invites listeners into the simple magic of her backyard — a place where imagination, sunlight, and a mother’s quiet love turned ordinary moments into lifelong memories. With nothing more than a tree, a white sheet, and a set of plastic dishes, a little girl creates her own tiny world beneath the branches. Each chapter explores the sweetness of those early years: her mother’s small acts of love, the joy of pretend play, and the peaceful afternoons spent “playing house” under the shade of a tree.

The Blue Bicycle: A Christmas Birthday Memory is a warm and nostalgic true story about a young girl whose birthday falls on Christmas Day. All she wants is a blue bicycle with a tall sissy bar — a dream she holds close to her heart. On one unforgettable Christmas morning, she discovers a mysterious shape hidden beneath a sheet in the garage. When the cover is lifted, her long-hoped-for bicycle is revealed, shining in the glow of family love and childhood wonder.

The Keziah Connection is a spiritual and personal journey into hidden ancestry. Guided by faith, intuition, and careful research, Susan Lorraine Kadera uncovers her Tuscarora heritage—truth no one in her family knew. This audiobook honors her maternal line, the women whose stories were unspoken, and the way God reveals identity in His timing. It is a testimony of resilience, lineage, and the quiet guidance of ancestors.

Whispers of Grace: Expanded Version invites listeners on a heartfelt journey of faith, resilience, and renewal. Through deeply personal reflections and spiritual insights, Susan Lorraine Kadera shares how grace has carried her through life’s challenges and triumphs.

The Heaven Mailbox: Letters and Hugs from Kids is a gentle, comforting book that helps children express love, memories, and feelings when they miss someone who lives in Heaven. Through tender letters written from a child’s heart, this book offers a safe space for kids to share their emotions and feel connected to the people and pets they love.

In The Tapestry of My Ancestry, Susan Lorraine Kadera weaves together threads of Cherokee, Lumbee, African, European, and countless other lineages into a poetic journey of remembrance and gratitude. Through DNA revelations and quiet reflection, she uncovers the silent stories of her ancestors—those whose names may be lost but whose presence endures.

My Journey to Becoming a Secretary is a heartfelt memoir of resilience, faith, and devotion. Susan Lorraine Kadera shares the quiet miracles and steady lessons that shaped her path from family responsibility to professional achievement.

In Chosen, Not Chased: A Journey Back to Divine Identity, I share my deeply personal story of heartbreak, betrayal, and the moments that tested my worth. Through raw honesty and spiritual insight, I invite you to walk with me through the valleys and into the revelations that rebuilt my identity. This is more than my testimony — it’s a call to every woman to reclaim her dignity, trust God’s timing, and stand in the truth that she is already enough.

This book began as a whisper a quiet nudge to uncover the truth behind names passed down through generations. What started with curiosity became a calling: to preserve, honor, and understand the lineage I carry. Within this book, I trace the threads of my ancestry noble titles, Native bloodlines, and stories that were hidden, silenced, or long forgotten. The Royal Thread is more than a genealogical record; it is a spiritual remembrance, a testimony of faith, resilience, and love woven through centuries.

This soulful manifesto invites listeners to release shame, rewrite the narrative of beauty, and reclaim their bodies as sacred ground. With poetic honesty and ancestral reverence, Unfiltered Grace dismantles the myth of perfection and celebrates the power of imperfection as survival, story, and strength.