In *I Take My Coffee Black*, Tyler Merritt shares engaging stories from his life, discussing his experiences growing up in a multi-cultural community, his journey into musical theater, and his encounters with faith. The book seamlessly integrates lessons on privilege, racism, and empathy, offering a powerful portrait of Black manhood in America. Through his stories, Merritt aims to build empathy and challenge racial injustices.
In 'Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire,' Jen Hatmaker encourages women to break free from societal expectations and embrace their authentic selves. The book offers tools to help readers identify their strengths, needs, and desires, leading them to live more genuinely and courageously. Through humor and insight, Hatmaker empowers women to claim their identities and live with unapologetic freedom.
In 'For the Love', Jen Hatmaker offers a humorous and insightful exploration of how Jesus' grace can help navigate life's challenges, particularly those related to people and relationships. The book is a series of essays that encourage readers to let go of perfectionism and judgment, embracing a life of grace and authenticity.
Jen Hatmaker is back with the new man in her life–actor, author, and activist Tyler Merritt–for a double date with Glennon and Abby discussing:
1. How Jen and Tyler met, what first attracted Jen and Tyler to each other–and who made the first move.
2. How not knowing any “dating rules” led Jen to jumpstart the “define the relationship” step.
3. The triggers for Jen that led to an early relationship “wobble” and how Jen is navigating issues of trust and safety after her divorce.
4. The joys and challenges of dating as two fully formed grown up adults.
5. Jen, Tyler, Abby, and Glennon each share the one thing they love most about their partners.
About Jen:
Jen Hatmaker is the New York Times bestselling author of For the Love and Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire, along with twelve other books. She hosts the award-winning For the Love podcast, is the delighted curator of the Jen Hatmaker Book Club, and leader of a tightly knit online community where she reaches millions of people each week. Jen is a co-founder of Legacy Collective, a giving organization that grants millions of dollars toward sustainable projects around the world. She is a mom to five kids and lives happily just outside Austin, Texas.
To learn more about Jen, visit www.jenhatmaker.com.
TW: @JenHatmaker
IG: @jenhatmaker
About Tyler:
Tyler Merritt is a Nashville-based actor, activist, cancer survivor, founder of The Tyler Merritt Project, and author of "I TAKE MY COFFEE BLACK: REFLECTIONS ON TUPAC, MUSICAL THEATER, FAITH AND BEING BLACK IN AMERICA." Over the course of his career, Tyler has gained recognition through notable acting projects including "Kevin Probably Saves The World," "Outer Banks," and "The Outsider," as well as serving as the face of the worldwide teaching curriculum for The Gospel Project for Kids. Tyler Merritt made headlines with his 2018 viral video "Before You Call The Cops," which has been viewed by over 60 million people worldwide and appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live. As a 6’2'' dreadlocked Black man living inAmerica, where racial injustices continue to plague our society, Tyler has emerged as a steadfast activist in the face of racism.
TW: @TTMProject
IG: @thetylermerrittproject
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