Lawrence Cherry

Biography

Lawrence Cherry is a pen name that is used by the author who is a born again believer whose purpose in writing this work is to give glory and praise to God and his son Jesus Christ. It is the author's fervent desire that God will use this work to inspire others to come to the knowledge of Christ and be saved, and to encourage the faith of those who already believe.

Books

A Call To Repent
The nations of the world seem trapped in a downward spiral characterized by unprecedented levels of political and social unrest, economic stagnation, natural disasters, plagues, famines, and mental distress. As our political leaders, philanthropists, and statesman struggle to find solutions to the myriad crises we face, there is a growing cry from the public to appeal to the rule of law. Many...
The Retreat
Price: Free! Words: 75,580. Language: English. Published: April 8, 2023 by Shawn James. Categories: Fiction » African American fiction » General, Fiction » African American fiction » Christian
The men of the Commencement series are back for another episode in their journey of spiritual growth. Allen, Tim, Jim, Davis and Chris are each facing their own individual dilemmas, and have decided that the best way to deal with the issues that life is confronting them with is to…retreat.
A Father's Love
Price: Free! Words: 131,580. Language: English. Published: October 5, 2020 by Shawn James. Categories: Fiction » African American fiction » Christian, Fiction » Christian » Contemporary
(5.00 from 2 reviews)
Tim Russell knows he’s been blessed. He’s been restored from debilitating disease, had broken family ties mended, and has now become a rising star at one of New York’s most prestigious financial consulting firms. Now he’s starting to wonder what all these blessings mean. Then a figure from Tim’s past re-enters his life offering him the opportunity of a lifetime.
The Atonement
Price: Free! Words: 136,920. Language: English. Published: November 30, 2015 by Shawn James. Categories: Fiction » African American fiction » Christian, Fiction » Christian » Contemporary
After nearly two years in exile, Allen and his friends prepare to ceebrate the homecoming of the prodigal Jim Reid. Everyone believes the event heralds the beginning of happier times, but specters from the past cast their shadows over the present, threatening to ruin the reunion.
School of Hard Knocks: The Re-Education of Jim Reid
Price: Free! Words: 76,770. Language: English. Published: December 15, 2013 by Shawn James. Categories: Fiction » African American fiction » Christian, Fiction » Christian » Contemporary
Nearly a year after his arrest and subsequent conviction for drug possession, Jim Reid is struggling to rebuild his life. All he wants is a second chance, but it seems society will not allow him to forget the mistakes of his past. Battling unemployment, financial ruin, and his own personal demons, Jim begins turns Smoke, a small time drug dealer who dreams of making it big.
Commencement
Price: Free! Words: 191,550. Language: English. Published: June 10, 2013 by Shawn James. Categories: Fiction » African American fiction » Christian, Fiction » Christian » Contemporary
(5.00 from 2 reviews)
Allen Sharpe thought he had it all. As a graduate of one of the nation's most prestigious Ivy League Universities, Allen believed he was poised for a six-figure position as a financial consultant and "the good life". In Allen's world, nothing else could be more important. However, after experiencing a major detour on his road to success,