Lynn Cowell - Magnetic: Becoming the Girl He Wants

Magnetic makes an ideal study for young women who are eager to get their focus on who they really are and what matters most in life. Lynns conversational style draws you in from the first chapter, and by the end you feel as if youve made a new friend. Be prepared to be challenged and changed as you read this lovely book.

R OBIN J ONES G UNN , best-selling author of the Christy Miller series, Praying For Your Future Husband, and Spoken For: Embracing Who You Are and Whose You Are

The message of this book is exactly what I want my teenage daughter to hear: You have a deep desire to be loved and admired, but focus on finding the love of Jesus first. Focus on developing and living out the fruits of the Spirit. And that is what will cause you to shine before a watching world. Thank you, Lynn, for this personal message that every teenage girl will find magnetic.

S HAUNTI F ELDHAHN , social researcher and best-selling author of For Women Only and For Young Women Only

In a culture where teen girls are bombarded with false messages about what makes them attractive to boys, Magnetic offers a different and Jesus-honoring way. Lynns engaging Ive been there style will draw teens in as they encounter a mentors heart passionately poured out on the pages. Full of biblical truths tucked strategically inside relevant stories, and laced throughout with practical apply it now tools, this book should be in the backpack of every teen girl you know!

K AREN E HMAN , Proverbs 31 Ministries speaker and author of seven books including LET. IT. GO. and Everyday Confetti

With the heart of a friend who gets you and a mentor who loves you, Lynn Cowell will help you (the girl God loves) become all He created you to be! In the powerful message of Magnetic, you will discover the balance between wanting the attention of a guy and embracing the unconditional love of the most important Guy! Learn how to laugh more and worry less about what others think, while developing irresistible beauty and investing in relationships that bring out the best version of the girl God created you to be!

R ENEE S WOPE , best-selling author of A Confident Heart and Proverbs 31 Ministries radio co-host for Everyday Life with Lysa & Renee

Every girl wants to be magnetic. Every girl needs to read this book. Youll find it entertaining and full of endearing advice. Lynn Cowell has provided the total package in this book once again!

B EKAH H AMRICK M ARTIN , author of The Bare Naked Truth

My friend Lynn Cowell really knows how to tap into teen girls hearts. Her book Magnetic is relatable, memorable, and breaks the mold of typical teen books. This book will be on the must-read list for my three daughters!

N ICKI K OZIARZ , writer, speaker, and Proverbs 31 Ministries online Bible study coordinator

Lynn has a God-given ability to reach the depths of a teen girls heart with the message of love Jesus has for her. Magnetic is an invitation for teen girls to trade boyfriend-based identities for a forever agape identity in Jesus Christ.

E RIN B ISHOP , founder and president of the Whatever Girls Ministry

Every girl needs a mentor who points her to true north and helps her navigate the challenges of life. Lynn Cowell is that mentor. In a world that offers so many confusing messages for young girls, Lynn gives clear direction and profound wisdom along the journey. This is the book every teen girl needs to read!

J ILL S AVAGE , CEO of Hearts at Home and author of No More Perfect Moms

In Magnetic, Lynn Cowell has done an amazing job of guiding the reader in how to put godly desires into action. Lynn challenges readers with these words: Your choices today shape the woman youll be tomorrow. Who do you want to be? I believe this book will help young women understand how the fruits of the Spirit make them magnetic, shining in their hearts and showing through their actions.

S HARIE K ING , wife of Clayton King and author of True Love Project and 12 Questions to Ask Before You Marry

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Trade Paperback ISBN 978-1-60142-580-5
eBook ISBN 978-1-60142-581-2

Copyright 2014 by Lynn Cowell

Cover design by Mark D. Ford

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