But as he watched it, he realized that the only subjects he knew anything about were science, which he always loved. He decided he wanted to be on that show when he got to college. One of the hours of television was Ben's favorite program, College Bowl. Later on, they discovered that she couldn't read the reports they gave her, but she made sure they were done. She also required that they read two books and turn book reports on them into her every week. When the boys were not doing well in school, their mother allowed them to watch television only three hours a week. Even in the height of the segregation of the Jim Crow, she always told the boys they could do anything they wanted. She was a devout Christian and both of her sons grew up with a strong faith. But they still followed the rules she laid down for them because they respected and loved her. Often she left early in the morning and didn't get home until midnight, so Ben and his brother Curtis frequently didn't see her for days at a time. Because his mother didn't want to be a welfare mother (although she did have to rely on food stamps to make ends meet), she worked two or three domestic jobs at a time. Ben had every excuse to end up like so many other young black men raised in that environment by single mothers. His father had left after Ben's mother discovered he had another wife and another family across town. He grew up in the ghettos of Detroit, raised by a single mother with a third-grade education. Carson, I realized he must be an exceptional person. Ben Carson in the news, I didn't read it until I started following (and contributed to) the movement to recruit Dr. I'd love to hear from you.Īlthough I downloaded this book some time ago after hearing about Dr. When you're dealing with challenges of Alzheimer's Disease, depression, or substance abuse in your family, it can be a time that stretches you personally and tries your faith. It's a difficult, but rewarding commitment. I've had the opportunity to be a caregiver and work with a number of other caregivers for their loved ones. For example, when I see and hear from readers of 90 Minutes in Heaven and they describe the peace they now have after losing a loved one, I'm gratified to be a part of telling that story. (Ghostwriters are often noted with the word 'with' below the author's name.) Why do I ghostwrite? It's rewarding for me to help others tell their stories of inspiration and growth. My nonfiction books are based on my personal experiences, experiences that have been enhanced and developed by meeting people just like you.Īs a ghostwriter, I sometimes take other people's materials and write books for them. When I write, I have the opportunity to share my faith and my spiritual growth with others. To date I've published more than 135 books and hundreds of articles. My first book came off the press in 1975. Since 1984, I've used my writing to help me accomplish those goals.
My passion is to stimulate people's minds and nourish their souls. In these books, I share my personal experiences as I strive to be closer to God and to seek his will for me. I've written dozens of books on a variety of topics with an emphasis on Spiritual Growth, Christian Living, Caregiving, and Recovery. Hello! My name is Cecil Murphey, but everyone just calls me 'Cec.' Cecil Murphey, author of 112 books, has also assisted well-known personalities in writing their biographies. Carson is now the Honorary National Chairman of the My Faith Votes campaign and continues to work tirelessly for the cause of the American people. Carson and his wife are co-founders of the Carson Scholars Fund, which recognizes young people of all backgrounds for exceptional academic and humanitarian accomplishments. Carson as one of the 10 Most Admired Men in the World.ĭr. In 2014, the Gallup Organization, in their annual survey, named Dr. Carson as one of "America's Best Leaders" in 2008. News Media Group and Harvard's Center for Public Leadership recognized Dr. In June 2008, he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Carson was the recipient of the 2006 Spingarn Medal.
He has written and published nine books, four of which were co-authored with Candy, his wife of 40 years. Carson, Sr., M.D., became the chief of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1984 at the age of 33, making him the youngest major division director in the hospital's history.
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