tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-82028623484711003382024-03-28T11:34:10.367-07:00BookInform Press Release and Distribution Book press release and distribution for marketing and promotion purposes. Wide distribution of books to social media, websites, search engines and news channels Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.comBlogger2751125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-31164875906614955042024-03-28T11:33:00.000-07:002024-03-28T11:33:21.949-07:00Together : A Guide to Building a Lasting and Healthy Marriage<p> </p><p><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWLKLCNC/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="279" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXx34Pj263KpbFBQ7xdOgooeKto1oSf0oSdYwKdBaYGy-NRFGj7MVAjuFeImhUPT3cdXOz56ZDRpQNXPTg71Td4SUiGwmJQgVOckNnyLrMACZpi3vu-emsfAhv3IYpJSVJnWcB1mdQELH6O-NwpHkXHUweG9_eZLzyFAlxzgyuRZ9lTpQPaQx93z8mT_I/s320/31Mtkw7iHfL._SY445_SX342_.jpg" width="201" /></a></div><span style="color: #0f1111; font-family: Amazon Ember, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #0f1111; font-family: Amazon Ember, Arial, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWLKLCNC/">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWLKLCNC/</a></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Unlock the Secrets to a Thriving Marriage with "Building Love That Lasts: A Couple's Guide to a Healthy Marriage"</span></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: -4px 0px 14px; padding: 0px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Discover the ultimate roadmap to a successful and fulfilling partnership with practical advice, proven techniques, and heartfelt wisdom across key areas of relationship building.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: -4px 0px 14px; padding: 0px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">- Lay the foundation for a strong union with shared values and beliefs<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Speak your partner's love language fluently for enduring love<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Master the art of communication and conflict resolution for stronger bonds<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Navigate finances together and align your goals for a prosperous future<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Achieve a work-life balance that supports both of your dreams<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Rekindle the flame of passion with date night ideas and tips for maintaining intimacy<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Set and achieve mutual goals for a fulfilling future<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Prioritize health and wellness for a vibrant and happy relationship<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Equip yourselves to face challenges together and remain a united front<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Explore the joys and challenges of parenthood and maintain a strong relationship<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Infuse your relationship with excitement, adventure, and meaningful traditions<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Find harmony in compromise without losing your individuality<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />- Buy now and unlock a lifetime of happiness and mutual growth with "Building Love That Lasts."</span></p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-18369540500936278902024-03-27T05:30:00.000-07:002024-03-27T05:30:47.458-07:00Understanding Alzheimer's Disease<p> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CV4FYT4C/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="296" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0ThTb4XbboS1K1266qn_JIPr7TPTDe3dlDnSy9NXl4A2dMAGZi0RTU6NQRsp_b-CE5tmqgdoZT6FEzIuK5cQuT6z2yI-jjcvCPUKox0SqlzIKHZifDZ_clTFPpjIGW5yEtUqItXsR5Do-FCtfwpGyyynVkVA2C841GKLd6DSKqaknIT7K6Q7OXy2Yerg/s320/41CL8ZsEBtL._SY445_SX342_.jpg" width="213" /></a></p><p></p><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #0f1111; font-family: Amazon Ember, Arial, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CV4FYT4C/">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CV4FYT4C/</a></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">"Understanding Alzheimer's Disease" presents an empathetic yet comprehensive exploration of Alzheimer’s disease, designed for caregivers, family members, and anyone seeking to understand this complex condition. With expert insights, the book delves into the biological underpinnings, progression stages, and symptoms of Alzheimer’s, providing readers with a solid grounding in the science behind the disease.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: -4px 0px 14px; padding: 0px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">More than just a medical overview, it offers a lifeline to those navigating the practical realities of Alzheimer's care. It details strategies for managing day-to-day challenges, advice on legal and financial planning, and discusses the importance of emotional support for both patients and caregivers.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: -4px 0px 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">The book also examines the latest in treatment advances and research, offering hope and guidance for the future. Throughout, personal stories and case studies illustrate the impact of Alzheimer's on individuals and families, making the book a relatable and valuable resource for those affected by the disease.</span></p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-19094705537625410482024-03-25T08:50:00.000-07:002024-03-25T08:50:44.639-07:00Editorial Review for Silent Odyssey: A Tale of Kingdoms<p> <a href="https://amzn.eu/d/6ozfCqh" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="466" data-original-width="291" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeMWhKZhyphenhyphenLKr7F3t3dgs-SfCXTggChk-y3gjASE71-ijDcHuNVI_-KWcehk9Mt1H9uVdHjPkEsYeW6HsDWsAjoDJsQOLKRx-NFudvfyccPD6yjHNsN3OfhIQKA9IPQPIQli4-gTYehj5n55ZvPtkNwzjGnfnGMqbIX9WGWaJR30DSVCaIxOZzc_97veK8/s320/712RCMmXvdL._SY466_.jpg" width="200" /></a></p><p><a href="https://amzn.eu/d/6ozfCqh" style="background-color: white; color: #1dbf73; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-decoration-line: none; transition: color 0.2s ease 0s; white-space-collapse: preserve;" target="_blank">https://amzn.eu/d/6ozfCqh</a></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Palatino; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 22.8267px;">Editorial Review for<i> Silent Odyssey: A Tale of Kingdoms<o:p></o:p></i></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">Silent Odyssey: A Tale of Kingdoms</span></i><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;"> by Christopher Walker is an engaging fantasy novel that tells the captivating and profoundly moving tale of Aeron Konungur, a young prince forced to face up to the harsh realities of an ailing world brought upon him by invasion and warfare. Once peaceful Aeryndor, known for centuries of prosperity, is thrust into turmoil after Thurin Runegast unleashed destruction upon it - providing Prince Aeron with an emotional journey from child royal to leader with great depth and resonance.<span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">Walker skillfully explores themes of growth and resilience as she balances between home comforts and the harsh realities of the outside world. Aeron's journey encompasses both his physical journey as well as an internal struggle he must undertake to cope with hardships that have plagued him in life, such as the tragic loss of his older brother and his own physical deficiency. Character development stands out in this regard; his transformation provides readers with someone they can root for while empathizing with.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">Walker vividly conveys Aeryndor through his descriptions of Wodenfort and the wider landscape, providing both an inviting yet perilous backdrop. Aeron's transition from city life to adventure travel underlines how drastically his world has altered, making Aeron's growth all the more impressive.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">Silent Odyssey: A Tale of Kingdoms</span></i><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;"> by Walker is not simply an exciting tale of adventure and conflict; rather, it explores what it means to confront one's destiny and fight for something greater than ourselves. Walker's novel combines epic world-building with deep personal development; Aeron Konungur's journey is an inspiring testament to human grit under seemingly overwhelming odds, making this book an incredible fantasy read!</span></p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-59733373954193372632024-03-23T08:05:00.000-07:002024-03-23T08:05:14.118-07:00Come SURF with Us (Adventures of The Four Little Coconuts)<p> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1916606075/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="342" data-original-width="342" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8lptXj6GNrixBc-g_J3IyuJBNYRsY_1SrdRfGiAwc9LSMhtsYjdckKAVxGZzcPlSH_D0z9tnzxYONdkdUbPPMmgoCslV7fEIjDyqDa8s2KGoRqQIunzs25fL3WSSzVkSPDKI-9gevvVMu3vXZ9JEqApyDdrDw4h_nAv-xbXRbpf8xH5oTb68Jp34WNJE/s320/416IEPeDbNL._SX342_SY445_.jpg" width="320" /></a></p><p><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"></span></p><span style="color: #0f1111; font-family: Amazon Ember, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #0f1111; font-family: Amazon Ember, Arial, sans-serif;"><b><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1916606075/">https://www.amazon.com/dp/1916606075/</a></b></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700;">Come SURF with Us: An Epic Hawaiian Surf Adventure for Kids!</span></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px 0px 14px; padding: 0px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">Dive into the world of Hawaiian surfing fun with "Come SURF with Us," the first book in the Adventures of The Four Little Coconuts series. Join Kirra, Cru, Jackson, and Sophia on a fun day of sun, sand, and surf as they ride the waves of excitement and friendship!<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span><span class="a-text-bold a-text-italic" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic !important; font-weight: 700 !important;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Key Features:</u></span></p><ul class="a-unordered-list a-vertical" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 18px; padding: 0px;"><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">Exciting Children's Book:</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> Perfect for young readers seeking adventure and imagination.</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">Read Aloud:</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> Ideal for parents to engage with young kids, fostering quality time.</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">Vibrant Real-Life Pictures:</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> Immerse your child in the beauty of Hawaii with stunning, colorful illustrations and genuine surfing snapshots.</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">Rhyming Sentence Structure:</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> Enhance your child's language skills through a playful and rhythmic narrative.</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">Adventure and Imagination:</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> Ignite your child's creativity as they face challenges and experience feel-good moments.</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">Values of Responsibility, Gratitude, and Perseverance:</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> Instill important life lessons in a fun and relatable way.</span></span></li></ul><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: -4px 0px 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">Perfect Gift for Kids:</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />"Come SURF with Us" makes an excellent gift for birthdays, holidays, or baby showers. Its unique blend of joyous illustrations and cousins' bonding creates a picture-perfect book for kids.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">Easy Reading for First-Time Readers:</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />With a simple and engaging storyline accompanied by vibrant pictures, this book is perfect for first-time readers, creating a memorable shared reading experience.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">Epic Surfing and Beach Adventure:</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Transport everyone on an unforgettable surfing and beach adventure in Hawaii. The real-life engagement and timeless photos, along with the feel-good moments make it a potential children's book bestseller.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">Anticipate More Adventures:</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Get ready for more excitement! Kids will be eagerly anticipating the next adventure in The Four Little Coconuts series.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">Bring the Magic of Hawaii Home:</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> Order "Come SURF with Us" now and let the waves of joy, laughter, and imagination sweep through your child's world!</span></p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-75453683031684116462024-03-23T07:49:00.000-07:002024-03-23T07:49:22.594-07:00Beautiful Black Girl <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://a.co/d/bgmRifc" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="342" data-original-width="342" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4dd0XrnimmhFNCLiYb5WKgD9i4XbzAVMeooF70GPP76am9RMB7WwfWv7LHN_ngtqUcAKrvDaxYPnPn3g9uDErLyQWUqzTlB9iWwseB8QCYrU4_WkOKW_w9dQYMXOboEmObXFKpYzbMHBXzvb8_nXOdWXr7MgAjzLcSS19sQ-4e8psxhherMAAIWOk9HQ/s320/41+6d-uJfqL._SX342_SY445_.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p><a href="https://a.co/d/bgmRifc" style="background-color: white; color: #1dbf73; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-decoration-line: none; transition: color 0.2s ease 0s; white-space-collapse: preserve;" target="_blank">https://a.co/d/bgmRifc</a></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Beautiful Black Girl is a children’s book that promotes self-love and pride. Beautiful Black Girl will provide a platform for sharing/highlighting Black stories to positively represent the Black community. Beautiful Black Girl will inspire, uplift, and promote confidence</span></p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-67331516514710839562024-03-18T11:04:00.000-07:002024-03-18T11:04:29.851-07:00Mendel's Ladder: A Grimdark Scifi Epic (The Collected Histories of Neoevolution Earth Book 1)<p> </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_cnIlmDd0lE-x5VM8oB3rHO8Qi9OL4R2_JID8kTb9FV9Qfq51cFADXTqipIJzw4601U_E64eSQmGRgCJdvURCeFyvv0NEcO4qLWVux6-MbACGDUFc5lvhDQUdh_MtKS8-_PcHQpMOfT4ZnIQPFfDEJk-4LV7L_UWtG-Xx-vII5l10MYT-cb1gsgXx7PU/s466/814GpUNTw+L._SY466_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="466" data-original-width="311" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_cnIlmDd0lE-x5VM8oB3rHO8Qi9OL4R2_JID8kTb9FV9Qfq51cFADXTqipIJzw4601U_E64eSQmGRgCJdvURCeFyvv0NEcO4qLWVux6-MbACGDUFc5lvhDQUdh_MtKS8-_PcHQpMOfT4ZnIQPFfDEJk-4LV7L_UWtG-Xx-vII5l10MYT-cb1gsgXx7PU/s320/814GpUNTw+L._SY466_.jpg" width="214" /></a></div><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C6JYBKTN/">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C6JYBKTN/</a></p><h4 style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; line-height: 24px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 4px; text-rendering: optimizelegibility;"><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><u style="box-sizing: border-box;">Outlast. Outgrow. Outlive. In the ashes of Earth, evolution is the ultimate weapon.</u></span></h4><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px 0px 14px; padding: 0px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">In 2099, Earth is unrecognizable. Ravaged by climate change, nuclear devastation, and other cataclysmic events, the planet and its people continue to undergo radical changes in order to survive. Most of humanity has allowed themselves to be transformed into Nomads, bizarre human-plant hybrids who continue their lifecycle as flesh-bearing trees connected to a vast mycelial network that forms Earth’s burgeoning consciousness. Welcome to the thrilling, action-packed, and emotionally compelling world of </span><span class="a-text-bold a-text-italic" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic !important; font-weight: 700 !important;">Mendel's Ladder</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">, the first book in the epic sci-fi series, </span><span class="a-text-bold a-text-italic" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic !important; font-weight: 700 !important;">The Collected Histories of Neoevolution Earth.</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Battling across the world after the destruction of their home, a pair of cybernetically enhanced warrior women bound by love and loyalty clash with Mutants, Biofreaks, and various other dangers to protect two human-like girls known as the Virus and the Cure. Traveling alongside them is an enigmatic Nomad who has served as the girls’ protector since they were created. Together, they must face the enslaved Hunter and the ruthless Huntress, lethal creations of the old world. The Hunter just wants to save the human woman he loves and lost, while the Huntress desires only to continue the Eternal Hunt and eradicate the final bastions of humanity remaining on Earth. Above this unforgiving landscape, the utopian space station Astrea offers refuge to the select few who escaped Earth's devastation. Here, a tireless worker and son of a notorious revolutionary discovers the harrowing truths hidden beneath the veneer of Astrea's idyllic existence, exposing a reality more insidious than anyone ever imagined.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />While these characters' paths intersect in surprising and explosive ways, ancient powers lurk in the shadows, wielding god-like influence and potentially orchestrating the fate of the world itself. With societies and cultures on the brink of collapse, our heroes must form unexpected alliances and confront their deepest fears to protect their fragile world from the encroaching darkness.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: -4px 0px 14px; padding: 0px;"><span class="a-text-bold a-text-italic" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic !important; font-weight: 700 !important;">Mendel's Ladder</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> delivers an adrenaline-fueled journey set on a dystopian future Earth, brimming with high-stakes action, adventure, and mystery. This epic series opener plunges readers into a world filled with diverse cultures, heart-pounding battles, and characters who will captivate your heart and imagination.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />---------<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />"Reading Mendels Ladder is like jumping onto a roller coaster that's just hurtling nonstop into a future that's both wild and deeply thought provoking." — NetGalley Review<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />"A mix of all my favorite sci-fi and fantasy stories rolled into one epic adventure...cyber-enhanced warriors, enigmatic Nomads, and ancient powers lurking in the shadows—all battling for survival in a post-apocalyptic Earth." — NetGalley Review</span></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: -4px 0px 14px; padding: 0px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">"A Triumph of World-Building, Philosophy, and Action." — Booksprout Review<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />"This one blew my mind." — Reader Review</span></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: -4px 0px 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">"A mix of scifi, fantasy, mystery, and lit rpg--Mendel's Ladder offers a...fun ride despite the depth and severity of the themes it toys with."— Reader Review</span></p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-83780878529347384222024-03-18T05:30:00.000-07:002024-03-18T05:30:43.334-07:00Editorial Review for Arkhangel: The House of the Seven Stars<p> <a href="https://a.co/d/iitYGnE" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="279" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj130QEz53nAE4VjsocSbR2htkR20cNga6SdNSScCaz9N59h4CuUej-FPyjxJpDXrzjG9ChgoyDv5paFhQe5AmPt2INUjVv_YQufq1uo08i9LoDcaNjhyphenhyphensDe5FbokxmCld0XQsiRMb2Le4DrDQYr1adQIOLz82pySriZ7VS1Zz5ocXIrQZop48tianTqXI/s320/41QXG7E2SCL._SY445_SX342_.jpg" width="201" /></a></p><p><a href="https://a.co/d/iitYGnE" style="color: #1dbf73; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-decoration-line: none; transition: color 0.2s ease 0s; white-space-collapse: preserve;" target="_blank">https://a.co/d/iitYGnE</a></p><span class="ugc-translation-button-wrapper" style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #74767e; display: inline-flex; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;"><div class="machine-translation-package machine_translation-package machine-translation-button" style="border: 0px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;"><div class="lean-toggled-disclaimer-translation-button" style="-webkit-box-align: center; -webkit-box-direction: normal; -webkit-box-orient: horizontal; align-items: center; border: 0px; color: #222325; display: flex; flex-flow: wrap; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;"><div class="flex" style="border: 0px; display: flex; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;"></div></div></div></span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Palatino; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">Editorial Review for<i> Arkhangel: The House of the Seven Stars</i></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">Arkhangel: The House of the Seven Stars</span></i><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;"> is truly remarkable. Imagine Michael, Lily and their daughter Gabrielle as they step foot in Haven - an ominous town filled with mystery - to settle their late aunt's estate, only to encounter more trouble than anticipated!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">Haven is one of those picturesque postcard towns in the middle of nowhere, but currently frozen in the dead of winter and it hides ancient secrets and an evil aura that doesn't go away. Michael starts seeing things that would give anyone chills: dark waters, shadowy figures under the ice... It's all there.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">And Haven has its own history: an obscure cult that worshiped questionable deities, ancient ruins, and whispers from the past that don't seem to go away. As more members of this family explore Haven's past, the more they realize they're dealing with something much larger and sinister.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">Arkhangel</span></i><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;"> really puts family relationships to the test, forcing them to remain close as every shadow could hide something horrible. Arkhangel strikes that balance between chill-down-your-spine moments and deeper questions about family and loyalty that makes for a thrilling storyline.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">Arkhangel: The House of the Seven Stars</span></i><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;"> will satisfy your supernatural cravings while also appealing to your emotions, making for an engaging ride through a town that's both lovely and creepy, featuring a family trying to find their place. Once you step inside Haven with them, you won't want to leave until you've discovered each and every secret it holds!</span></p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-7680258254907213832024-03-17T08:02:00.000-07:002024-03-17T08:02:28.736-07:00Editorial Review for The Role of Tickling in Women's Lives: An International Study<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://rb.gy/92yznv" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="297" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiowxyjzJJ_JSZQxtzR8mkNOg_j45ab2drr1sJ7a93Av_KIwN6-hcGfG22FnnBS_Xa-_wEplE_uOgphKCbQbKvbjjp4ur1wtZ2MU-F2mH3IBLrR_xW4_KC-8iRO90gDxbX50cX7QmL_paizOshmxw-ROCsfCdNl9D6TXmM6mfGiENsuknqdyBJq8Vg_GCY/s320/414uR5EVXsL._SY445_SX342_.jpg" width="214" /></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Palatino; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;"><a href="https://rb.gy/92yznv" style="background-color: white; color: #1dbf73; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-decoration-line: none; transition: color 0.2s ease 0s; white-space-collapse: preserve;" target="_blank">https://rb.gy/92yznv</a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Palatino; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">Editorial Review for The Role of Tickling in Women's Lives: An International Study</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">L<span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">et's dive into this intriguing piece, The Role of Tickling in Women's Lives: An International Study by Duncan Taub PhD. Taub conducted four years of extensive research, gathering over 2,000 women's experiences of tickling from across the world and documenting those findings in his book. What he revealed was truly fascinating - including when, why and how tickling affects their lives. Although this topic might seem innocuous at first, Taub shows us otherwise; his book illuminates its significance within society as a whole.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">Taub has you covered if you don't consider yourself an expert scientist or researcher; his book's written in an approachable style that makes it easy to engage. You'll find yourself turning pages, nodding along, and perhaps even laughing out loud at some of his insights - something perfect for sharing at parties while providing enough material that makes you go, "Wow! Never thought about that before!"</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">Taub does a fantastic job of dispelling misconceptions and getting to the core of tickling's role in evolution and social interaction, showing its longstanding presence across human history. Tickling isn't some random act we do - there's a purposeful meaning behind every tickle we give!</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">The Role of Tickling in the Lives of Women isn't just another book; it's an experience. From conversation starter to mind-opener and tickle to curiosity - this book has something for everyone. So give it a read now; it might just change how you view tickling's role in our daily lives!</span></p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-43553600568806802722024-03-16T07:23:00.000-07:002024-03-16T07:23:18.975-07:00SANATAN DHARM EDUCATION PROGRAM: Level 1<p> <a href="https://a.co/d/9wM2V8p" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="442" data-original-width="342" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEj8nlWInwBOBMwZIC62jzPZt4Ny_iKc8ThB3c_76CFOWSUtEhrjC39IoaD4ze868EtVy8OBVKHZDwQapgJA3QF5Lk5OLevh_lQQLeDWtNsV7Tmyg5h-YUf9isD9m8MFemCa-UtRhyAUxroyNcPzu08uVvhZlz507iOenJD1m8Rs1GccMC9Na86PtT-1M/s320/41uwS3SFcGL._SX342_SY445_.jpg" width="248" /></a></p><p><a href="https://a.co/d/9wM2V8p" style="background-color: white; color: #1dbf73; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; outline: none; transition: color 0.2s ease 0s; white-space-collapse: preserve;" target="_blank">https://a.co/d/9wM2V8p</a></p><p><span face=""Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-size: 14px;">This resource comprises seven chapters, each exploring different facets of Sanatan Dharm, with reflection weeks in Chapter 3 and Chapter 6.</span></p><span face=""Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-size: 14px;">Immerse yourself in Interactive Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) within each chapter. You should carefully tick the correct answers to reinforce your understanding. This interactive approach makes learning dynamic and engaging.</span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span face=""Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-size: 14px;">Chapters 3 and 6 offer dedicated reflection weeks. Use this time actively to revisit and solidify your knowledge. Make connections between concepts, ensuring a deeper understanding of Sanatan Dharm.</span>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-56992729792544979762024-03-15T06:36:00.000-07:002024-03-15T06:36:43.305-07:00Editorial Review for Motivated Mastermind<p> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWDF87S4" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="385" data-original-width="257" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-Tw7qke-XAlj_I3Rz9iHXSJsWwakDsBLRIZlHyQJ9dsKa-l31mixLcnWvMHqg6Lok92CsQd4VFYviuP44Hyn0bIzhPoJ0LDoYfe63eH9FO4rhonELdbe65B948JYxKR-uX7VstoydC3QZLcaAtQsGe1fMpZwffxZT0C_wcwBqn4559Bclv59fvT6QMDk/s320/71lnOYO1jiL._SY385_.jpg" width="214" /></a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWDF87S4">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWDF87S4</a></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Palatino; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">Editorial Review for Motivated Mastermind<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Johnny Shaheed Miller's Motivated Mastermind is truly groundbreaking in terms of motivational literature. Imagine getting an inspirational pep talk that stays with you beyond its initial impact; that is this book, in a nutshell!<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Johnny isn't just a mere talker; he is an accomplished motivational speaker, war veteran, entrepreneur and multiple Guinness World Record holder who's shared insights into motivation in his book - so you should definitely pay attention when he shares insights. Plus, his book offers actionable advice that you can put into practice immediately!<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">It features twelve chapters, each delving deeper into an aspect of motivation. From channeling your inner warrior, practicing patience, or mastering strategy; Johnny offers something for everyone here. Plus, with wisdom from other big names in addition to his own experiences he provides us with a comprehensive perspective of what it takes to reach our goals!<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Motivated Mastermind caught my eye for many reasons, one being how it goes beyond simply reaching success or accomplishing goals. Johnny speaks about developing character, discovering who you are, and realizing your potential. Not only is the book engaging; its message stays with you long after finishing every page - it challenges you to think differently and act with purpose.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Johnny doesn't just put on a solo performance - he always takes time out of his show to acknowledge those who've helped him along his journey, adding an air of humility and appreciation.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Motivated Mastermind is an outstanding motivational book written by Johnny Shaheed Miller that gives readers tools they need to not only dream big, but act big too. Johnny weaves together inspiration with practical wisdom in an approachable yet captivating style; why not give it a read today - who knows - it may just give your motivation an unexpected boost!</p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-39305372714288336902024-03-15T06:24:00.000-07:002024-03-15T06:24:24.597-07:00The Whistle Blower Handbook Series (Author Interview)<p> </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFJ63XFT?binding=paperback&ref=dbs_dp_sirpi" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="288" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_To9q1wpWGgIPl5ZhIK1O58GLi77i21EqzPM3wS5AgYV_6O3NcGSZgGT13_TX40A8HISchrI6L-MdHIGcJi-N7z1BfwAX850Nkp4gtR1WaM45hPatKxVzP9pUkyPBQYwqpZFoj3tzCade1RZ0wQ5WaowwQXkcmqaSefUzcPvVhcXejvgDBIevXkhbUDw/s320/413fvALKqbL._SY445_SX342_.jpg" width="207" /></a></div><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFJ63XFT?binding=paperback&ref=dbs_dp_sirpi">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFJ63XFT?binding=paperback&ref=dbs_dp_sirpi</a></p><p><a href="https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/selah-shaun-randolph/1143930668?ean=9798857168172" style="background-color: white; color: #1dbf73; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-decoration-line: none; transition: color 0.2s ease 0s;" target="_blank">https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/selah-shaun-randolph/1143930668?ean=9798857168172</a></p><p><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>What inspired you to write <i>Selah</i> and share your story with the world?<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">At first writing Selah was a sort of therapeutic exercise. As many people can imagine, going through workplace “drama” in and of itself can be anxiety-inducing, so to go the route of becoming a full-blown whistleblower was traumatic to say the least.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">I started writing Selah maybe 2-3 months into the process and the words just flowed. Every intricate emotion, every detail… writing the book helped me reduce my stress, helped me sleep at night and even helped me to remember small pieces of information as I reported things to investigators.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">I think it’s also important to share that there were several versions of Selah. The first version was very angry, vengeful and frankly over the top. Then maybe a few weeks after writing a particular chapter, I’d re-write it into something closer to its final version that had more of a autobiographical feel. Then in the final writing phase, I decided that I wanted to not just tell the story but share what happened in a way that would support and /or prepare others like me. That’s when the “Whistleblower Handbook” concept was born.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>How did you navigate the risks of revealing political greed without disclosing specific names and organizations?<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Well… technically I had to first learn the hard way. You see, although the book itself didn’t mention names or organizations, I definitely called out people by name in a few interviews I did as everything was unfolding. At one point in time, the Board of Directors that I was initially at odds with was removed from their positions, by their own official votes no less. What sparked my initial fiery response was because that group of people deleted official Board minutes as well as a recorded Zoom meeting where they took an official Board vote removing themselves from their roles in response to the evidence I brought against them. After getting rid of the proof of their removal, they “fired me”.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">I share all that to say, I did a number of interviews after the “firing” to let the community know what was going on and I named names. The interview I’m mentioning is actually still available on <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kaare-johnson/episodes/Shaun-Randolph--Exec-Dir-of-FTNO-The-Mayors-Fund-non-profit-Talks-Corruption-and-Diverted-e1odj3a/a-a8jee50">Spotify</a> from the radio station that hosted it. It’s quite entertaining but it also got me sued.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">As I said, there were several versions of Selah and I imagine while I was being sued, that was when I decided to integrate the idea of switching out real names for the names of chess pieces.</p><a name='more'></a><o:p></o:p><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Can you describe the emotional and psychological impact of being a whistleblower, based on your experiences outlined in <i>Selah</i>?<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Transparently, I could sum it up by just saying PTSD... Going beyond that, I think the emotional element of it all varies depending on the person. I would imagine that some people experience it through sadness or even depression. I think others may experience a real and agonizing fear especially if the person or people being exposed are in powerful positions. For me, the primary emotion was rage. I was disgusted (and sometimes still am) with the entire situation. I couldn’t fathom how the leaders and political stakeholders of an organization that had so much potential to do good were so short-sighted and selfish to just see it as a vehicle for political or monetary gain. I was offended just as much by their breach of trust with the community as I was with their actions in retaliation toward me. Whether its rage, depression or fear, emotion that runs that high makes it hard to sleep as a whistleblower.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Psychologically, the impact may have been even more intense. In my younger years, I was into boxing heavy. I had a trainer, went to spar at gyms and even considered dropping out of school to pursue Team USA + Golden Gloves opportunities. My point is this, my trained instinct isn’t just to hit back, it’s to attack when I even sense someone winding up for a punch. Imagine having instincts like that in the midst of a situation where you are being absolutely pummeled by legal, emotional and financial blows. I felt constantly under attack. Not to mention, I was further triggered by the fact that my family was also being impacted by all this as well. To be honest, Selah was the closest thing I had to a healthy counterpunch and there’s a real possibility that had I not had that outlet… I think my therapist would advise that I take a breath now and keep the rest to myself.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>In <i>Selah</i>, you liken your experience to a chess match involving multiple players and unconventional rules. How did this analogy help you strategize your moves in real life?<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Great question. I think the biggest example of the chess analogy playing out in real life was how I “managed” the various investigations. My role as a whistleblower was initially sparked when I voluntarily called the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) hotline. Within 5 minutes of being on that call, some pretty high level people were brought onto the phone and I was being asked if I would be willing to support their work in a big way. After the OIG, came the FBI and after the FBI came private investigators that were hired for a City Council led investigation. I learned that each agency or firm had its own objectives, its own jurisdiction and its own limitations. Furthermore, they were all completely independent. Although they were each a resource to me and vice versa, I didn’t control or direct them. A piece of information that was valuable to one agency may be completely worthless to another… but getting out all the information was valuable to me. At its’ peak, the chess analogy in action involved me pouring over all the evidence I had access to and categorizing it based on agency (which agency it was most relevant to), completeness (what information was “actionable”) and time sensitivity (what information was fully baked and ready to share). So, although I was completely up front with all investigatory efforts, there were times where I had pieced together a more complete piece of information but I would hold it until the opposing lawyers threatened me again or until a certain article in the media was released, etc. The most fulfilling counterpunch is the one your opponent doesn’t see coming. For me, that took place on the day of my TRO hearing. All the Mayor’s cronies had filled the opposing side of the courtroom to watch some fool who opted to represent himself (that would be me) get pummeled legally and they got their money’s worth. HOWEVER, there was a single individual who sat on my side of the courtroom and I didn’t even know who he was. I would later learn and observe that within seconds of that hearing being adjourned, he walked over to the opposition’s legal team and served them with a subpoena from the OIG. Although I wasn’t fully aware of what was happening at the time, in hindsight, I have the satisfaction of remembering the smiles melt off their faces as their lawyers opened the paperwork that he placed in their hands. How’s that for chess…<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>How does <i>Selah</i> serve as a masterclass for readers unfamiliar with the workings of political corruption?<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Selah pulls the veil back from what readers assume when they read about corruption in the media versus what it looks like in real life. Based on my experience, corruption is rarely a single transaction. It’s usual a system that is created or pre-existing and that system can be subtly leveraged for political, financial or even personal purposes.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">If someone were to Google the Mayor’s name right now, they would see investigation coverage on her use of a City-owned apartment (personal gain). If they read through some of the documents featured in my second book, “Worth A Thousand Words”, they would see how payments were directed to members of her political team who simultaneously served as contractors to the nonprofit (financial gain). Let me make a quick note, when people hear financial gain they assume a check being put into a politicians’ pocket. I’ve learned that it’s equally as valuable to simply leverage and use OPM (other people’s money) to pay bills you’d otherwise have to pay yourself. Moving on, both my first and second books highlight that what I uncovered could certainly be categorized as a “shadow government” which I would define as a web of inter-connected organizations that when mobilized in unity can wield staggering political influence.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">These are just some nuggets from the masterclass.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>What role does your faith play in both your decision to blow the whistle and how you've coped with the aftermath, as described in <i>Selah</i>?<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Another great question. I wouldn’t necessarily say my faith played a significant role in the decision to blow the whistle. I can think of many cases where people have and would have made the same decision regardless of a faith component. That said, my faith has played an outsized role in the aftermath. Not to be controversial or anything but I think the concept of faith has been watered down and simplified to refer to what or who a person believes in. When I reference faith, I’m specifically referring to the gift of being able to tap into, lean on and walk with a higher power / person. And here’s what ought to make faith controversial, if your faith doesn’t result in a supernatural outcome, then what good is it? For me, I genuinely don’t believe that I would be here, in my right mind (for the most part, lol), and with the degree of peace that I have about not only this situation but the many situations in life that have preceded it, if not for my faith.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">And by the way, the battle continues. The stories featured in “Selah” and “Worth A Thousand Words” are not the first of their kind in my career and even since then, I’ve found myself in at least 2 other situations involving advocacy of some kind.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>What were the most unexpected challenges you faced during the federal investigation and the political firestorm you describe in <i>Selah</i>?<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">I’d say the 2 most unexpected challenges were as follows:<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">1) Even to this day, I am astounded at the delusion of those involved. From the Mayor and the Board members on down to contractors who were involved in the situation, there is not even the slightest acknowledgement of wrongdoing. Everything is supposedly a conspiracy in their eyes. Sure, they maintained multiple bank accounts where money was transferred from the City to a political entity and then to the nonprofit I ran but that’s not why they’re being investigated, it’s obviously because the OIG and FBI are just jealous of their political success. That mentality was certainly one of the most shocking and unexpected elements that I witnessed throughout the course of this ordeal.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">2) The media. Man did I learn the hard way about how the media works. Almost immediately after I began notifying City officials of what was going on, the media found out and was reaching out to me. Like any naïve person, my mentality was, since I did nothing wrong and was speaking documented truth, I had nothing to fear from the media. I literally spent hours on the phone with one particular “investigative reporter” walking him step by step through each thing I discovered as well as sharing SOME of the supporting documents to prove my points. In the end, he wrote an article about me that strongly implied that I was somehow the suspicious party and maybe even guilty of everything I had blew the whistle on. In my last interaction with that reporter, he admitted that he was getting pressure from someone in the Mayor’s camp and that he was a also long-time friend of one of the lawyers the opposition had hired. Despite that, he also found an out-of-State “source” who said that they believed all the accusations against me because I had done the same thing to them. He wrote all that without a single shred of documentation or evidence and meanwhile never mentioned or featured any documents that I had shared with him. It blew my mind.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>How do you hope <i>Selah</i> will change readers’ perceptions of whistleblowers and the sacrifices they make?<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Honestly, since releasing Selah, the public response has been awesome. I’ve even had strangers who just read the description of the book thank me and praise me for my bravery in the situation. That said, I don’t think its’ the perception of whistleblowers that I aim to change but rather the preparedness of the prospective whistleblowers themselves that I hope to impact. The truth is, there are more people than we think that are currently in situations where they are aware of or even apart of something that warrants reporting but most will not take that next step due to fear of the unknown. As with me, when I first came to the conclusion that I had to blow the whistle, I had to research what to do. I was not aware the existence of the Office of the Inspector General before but it just so happened that there were so many investigations on-going that I had overheard that agency’s name mentioned in passing once. I got lucky when I discovered that they were actually exactly who I needed to contact for my situation. Most people assume that their respective HR department is their only resource and naturally, they are hesitant to report unsavory behavior to a department that may view itself as responsible for defending the guilty party.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>What advice would you give to someone who finds themselves witnessing similar corruption and is unsure whether to come forward?<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">This connects to work that I’m currently doing. Not only do I try to actively make myself a resource to those who find themselves in similar situations but I’m also fielding engagement opportunities to teach seminars and make presentations to relevant stakeholders that either want to avoid sticky situations or want to know how to effectively respond to them.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Looking back, is there anything you would have done differently in your whistleblowing journey, as chronicled in <i>Selah</i>?</b><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Obviously I biased but I feel like Selah and the situation it chronicled was handled as well as it could have been. That said, if I have one slight regret, it goes back to that recording that proved the “Board of Directors” that fired me weren’t actually Board members anymore. To be fired by a group of people who aren’t actually your boss and have that decision upheld in court because you don’t have the evidence to prove what happened was definitely the toughest lose I endured. The competitor in me wishes I could have seen that coming and had a counter for it BUT it is what it is. I’m happy to be where I am now and I’m still game for whatever future battles are to come.</p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-64585932671099564102024-03-12T05:57:00.000-07:002024-03-12T05:57:24.547-07:00Editorial Review for A Journey To Financial Freedom: Transforming Marketable Skills into Financial Independence<p> <a href="http://freedom.danchodimkov.com/wBbbJ2" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="288" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8M64bOkpFMCdhRnHG9OVyZOLUeU6RVyg6uoHff-oNdTbJFzGeYSL_4zLK91yEVMVw5djaqtZ8Nz_bBcWrfYifvkcNjd5TXJgQMTxrE5vVjNC7LrOWl2c3nFj0I1lvx1rlfnlHGru5rYspval4CfutI10Sy7_ERijjqXj_orM3kqHCFdIrCR-rcrBUX0g/s320/414Btfd7XYL._SY445_SX342_.jpg" width="207" /></a></p><p><a href="http://freedom.danchodimkov.com/wBbbJ2" style="background-color: white; color: #1dbf73; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-decoration-line: none; transition: color 0.2s ease 0s;" target="_blank">http://freedom.danchodimkov.com/wBbbJ2</a></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "Palatino Linotype", serif;">Editorial Review for <i>A Journey To Financial Freedom: Transforming Marketable Skills into Financial Independence</i></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Dancho Dimkov's book <i>A Journey To Financial Freedom: Transforming Marketable Skills into Financial Independence</i> takes us on an engaging journey from skill development to entrepreneurial success and financial independence. Not only is this book filled with Dimkov's own experience but also provides actionable advice that anyone looking for financial independence may use in order to follow in his footsteps.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Dimkov outlines the importance of finding skills others are willing to pay for, honing those abilities through freelancing, and building your expertise. However, Dimkov continues his discussion into the entrepreneurial journey by acknowledging its inevitable ups and downs when starting and expanding a business.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">What sets this book apart is its combination of personal narrative and practical strategy. Dimkov's guide covers not only starting a business but growing it independently as well. His introduction of creating consulting frameworks and digital solutions are indispensable tools for reaching financial independence today.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">But <i>A Journey To Financial Freedom</i> goes beyond simply offering success blueprints; it serves as an eye-opener. The book prepares readers for both the joys and difficulties associated with being an entrepreneur while providing key insights into running a successful business. Growth isn't measured solely in terms of business size but also through personal development and skill enhancement.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Dimkov's message is clear: Financial freedom can be achieved for anyone willing to invest in themselves, take calculated risks and build their business with strong foundations. No matter if you are starting as a freelancer or are an aspiring entrepreneur; this book might just provide the guidance you need on your path toward financial independence. While it does tell a compelling tale; its story could well become your strategy!</p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-27082204617021313092024-03-08T06:05:00.000-08:002024-03-08T06:05:26.626-08:00The Noble Dream of Being an Artist: Hidden Faces of Art<p> </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://a.co/d/4e5zjUG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="466" data-original-width="328" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZedZVSMuRDvRFzgd8a6Z6_s19dsgLHjQ2Kx5PKeDJN5eSCZhvOeIFhV9bCfV0PcVdc2pKJ_dzckFZVArxtRcRsGNvvStP5j2ZFEUCnehn4WgH8hTVKGxumiCL6Qk6mDZZB3SYpzPt6gDQGMp3VzKk5RzwOk9pAjVK4zfLRCZWlV8mhnMYcm986qL0c6s/s320/71iJxiZXD+L._SY466_.jpg" width="225" /></a></div><p><a href="https://a.co/d/4e5zjUG" style="background-color: white; color: #1dbf73; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; outline: none; transition: color 0.2s ease 0s;" target="_blank">https://a.co/d/4e5zjUG</a></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Imagine a book that gives voice to silenced artists and rescues their stories from oblivion.</span></p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">In this moving compendium, the stories of 52 women artists from the past are shed light with poems inspired by their lives and artistic careers. Furthermore, the book is a literary treasure that houses a captivating collection of portraits and works by prominent and talented contemporary artists; all of them inspired by the artists to whom we pay tribute.</span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The Noble Dream of Being an Artist: Hidden Faces of Art is a cry of resistance, a challenge to tear down the walls of invisibility and a reflection on the importance of inclusion and equality in the art world.</span>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-64481564213807695892024-03-05T05:53:00.000-08:002024-03-05T08:04:52.004-08:00Editorial Review For the Book The Missy Box by Anne Emerson<p> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGXZ6M8R/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="466" data-original-width="311" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMfPLUhnWRXVIdddMf_hzcudz_rqIZY_SpF5lLzrbF_iwdL5TeBaVIkIz4ufHWvpUFAjEdS4Wb2elM08yMJFpRZbxUA18HnKdNAuwYlRVKgKu1IpJJyHKcpV5buadO2CCN0Yh4ycRGFn5LytowdqTXqz7Wa8XRs0-DYXIFGrvbleEaNGVZ3DRTr4Tk4i0/s320/81hMZlhA-gL._SY466_.jpg" width="214" /></a></p><p></p><p><br /></p><p></p><p><span style="background-color: white;"><span face="Macan, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="color: #62646a;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGXZ6M8R/">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGXZ6M8R/</a></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"><i>The Missy Box</i>, by award winning author Anne Emerson, is an enthralling story of love, adventure and cruel fate. Based on fragments of a real family story, the novel is bookended at Dartmouth College where in 1790 a trunk arrives at the President’s house, triggering a cascade of memories. Spanning an entire century the novel takes us to the court of the mad Danish King, Christian VII in 1770, where Summy has been sent with her slave Phebe to be educated. As the intrigues of the court envelop her she discovers the coded diary of her great grandmother. Gradually she deciphers it, unveiling family secrets and the extraordinary rough and tumble world of St. Thomas in the 1690s. Filled with exotic and memorable characters, from Pundi, an Indian Brahmin doctor, to the brothel keeper, Mette, <i>The Missy Box</i> is a novel that explores deep friendship across the boundaries of slavery, crushing marital betrayal and the harsh realities of surviving in a tropical 17th century plantation world. Like the <i>Signature of All Things</i> and The Storyteller’s Secret, <i>The Missy Box</i> will completely envelop you in an historical world that you never could have imagined.</span></p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-36716499629574723502024-03-02T07:40:00.000-08:002024-03-02T07:40:01.235-08:00Editorial Review for Don't Let Them Know by L.K. Lawrence<p> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1734548614/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="466" data-original-width="291" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXehHNoA2T6h4h0UqD6Xu91mpEzpcd_DcGFrydOwUuQvf-WKaGkGI-h-U5EFBJ31uIbGMEJpgyM0QbiSetNGTqhx7SdBfz0WEXpS3TL3jZbgL5u7EqsPKdCSOu4yh8c-iwlBGZbCfxc9Dky4FibS4jPuTuK7Pz-gln9R85KJK_LskVBtNH_Pr1oa_yU-Q/s320/61gz0yKvLcS._SY466_.jpg" width="200" /></a></p><p></p><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1734548614/">https://www.amazon.com/dp/1734548614/</a></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">Editorial Review for Don't Let Them Know by L.K. Lawrence</span></p><br style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">Lucy Lyman, a stock trading assistant who's pretty much given up on finding love, starts having this super weird dream. It's not your average dream; it's one of those that stick with you, making you wonder what's going on. She dreams someone's watching her, but who? Is it creepy or kind of romantic? She's not sure, so she decides to camp out at the library, the place from her dream, hoping to catch this mysterious dream watcher.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">Enter Davy Jones, and no, not the pirate, but a federal agent working undercover. The library is his chill spot, where he takes a break from his secret agent life. Little does he know, his life's about to get a whole lot more complicated when he bumps into Lucy.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">So, what happens when Lucy's quest to solve her dream mystery and Davy's undercover life collide? It's not just about a missing package or crossing lines; it's about whether these two can handle the crazy mix-up without messing up Davy's cover or getting too caught up in the drama.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">Don't Let Them Know is a mix of suspense, a bit of romance, and a good dose of "what the heck is going on?" It's like taking a roller coaster ride in the dark. You're not sure where the next turn is, but you're definitely in for the ride. Will Lucy and Davy figure it out without everything blowing up in their faces? You'll have to read to find out.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #62646a; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">This book is for anyone who loves a good mystery with a sprinkle of romance and lots of twists. It's not your everyday story; it's got that "something special" vibe. So, if you're into solving puzzles and rooting for characters who are just trying to make sense of their messy lives, then Don't Let Them Know might just be your next favorite read.</span>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-62480838453561358342024-03-01T06:41:00.000-08:002024-03-02T07:12:05.728-08:00Editorial Review for Valuepreneurs, by Sam Wright<p> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0CTT4H746/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="425" data-original-width="299" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil-hxhNnRu2B1Ponvg3JNw-wZqSANDStUpv7NXUpSfa0adoXMmZ6x2pZR9MPcGJGdUhu1yK0tgdiHRTZFtoahpVf4lE5cL09HcYuRIBsjcypR5IHgwKIHUe4BhsTagCIYBsarI4OKituQbhkzqR9H0cItKzQU7HksAYxhm8qp5bhtZyI_-7f364lpEqoQ/s320/61xE2rrnzlL._SY425_.jpg" width="225" /></a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0CTT4H746/">https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0CTT4H746/</a></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Palatino; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">Editorial Review for <i>Valuepreneurs</i>, by Sam Wright</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">If you're dreaming of making it big with your cool product idea, then <i>Valuepreneurs</i> by Steve Waddell is your new best friend. This book isn't just another boring business guide. Nope, it's like a treasure map leading you straight to success city!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">Most startups crash and burn, but <i>Valuepreneurs</i> is here to change the norm. It's got a five-stage, 15-step game plan called Value-Driven Product Development (VDPD). This isn't your grandpa's business advice. It's a fresh, step-by-step guide to turn your brainwaves into real-deal products that people actually wanna buy.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">The book doesn't just stop at making stuff. It hooks you up with the Business Model Canvas (BMC) tool. This combo is like peanut butter and jelly. It helps you not only cook up awesome products but also build a rock-solid business that lasts.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">One of my favorite bits? The book gets how important it is to chat with your customers. Like, really talk and listen to them. This ensures your product is the perfect fit for the market.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">It dives deep into the nitty-gritty of starting and growing your business. Ever heard of patents? This book walks you through the maze of protecting your genius ideas. It even schools you on setting up a Limited Liability Company (LLC) and explores all sorts of ways to get that sweet, sweet money to fund your dreams, from crowdfunding to angel investors.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">In a nutshell, <i>Valuepreneurs</i> teaches you:<o:p></o:p></span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">How to develop products</span></b><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;"> that are exactly what the market wants.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">The art of talking to customers</span></b><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;"> to make sure your product is spot on.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">The secrets of protecting your ideas</span></b><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;"> with patents and building a smart IP portfolio.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">The ins and outs of getting funded</span></b><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">, whether it's through bootstrapping or finding investors.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">How to build a business</span></b><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;"> that's sturdy and can stand the test of time with the BMC.<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">This book isn't just words on paper. It's like having a wise mentor by your side, sharing the secrets of their success. So, if you're ready to turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality, <i>Valuepreneurs</i> is the buddy you need on your journey. Trust me, it's a game-changer!</span></p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-14104339275389963762024-02-27T07:14:00.000-08:002024-02-27T07:14:52.692-08:00A Sea Lion Sibling Story : An Adult Only Story<p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CSQ2KLMZ/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="279" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO_PmdAPeZxlZzVqe9IwAiIRBSI4OHT7zL9FStqW1csCH4fVyEEWhBnVtAEEmAnMjSDBmT-TZCEd2eXTMxwF7gEkIZE4p1fGSJfRECnpzYleRfXOCLf-hFYziM5HZlzMF3JgU_wy8v1ad4zc3iWcCY4fnGTqN0-EEV4WVpnRDfmqwLBfZRFQ0FLX58XZ4/s320/51jTECFYajL._SY445_SX342_.jpg" width="201" /></a></div><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #0f1111; font-family: Amazon Ember, Arial, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CSQ2KLMZ/">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CSQ2KLMZ/</a></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The author observed a silly sea lion interaction and decided to document the true event. This is not a story for children.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px 0px 14px; padding: 0px;">K.A. Rupp was born and raised in Southern California in the region known as the Inland Empire. She has traveled to several countries and has discovered beautiful people in each location. She loves mythology- particularly Greek- and when she visited the Parthenon she felt like a kid in a candy store. Without her parent's knowledge she began reading romance novels at the age of sixteen and will always have a tender place in her heart for Scottish Highlanders.</p><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: -4px 0px 0px; padding: 0px;">She wants her readers to submerse themselves into the short stories and to ride the waves of emotion that might rise within.</p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-15826968776876621152024-02-26T07:40:00.000-08:002024-02-26T07:40:43.710-08:00Fly Fishing Unraveled: Master the Waters with Confidence and Ease<p> <a href="https://books2read.com/u/bQpGME" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="296" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6c-y-YVt-VYAwziWMEwS0nq8vmcqSH0Qw0w1ZHXtpQQ1Ae8rt9Ha9XHmAVVhjKeHphbeVE3gtsmx7xb417yIupBhUZr3dQ-wxPg-ND6_hNEvayIA5w-ywCpAPUzDEY5gAKiqtu2rAOba3qdT-UOhDDWZEkkFRQ0x_Wt-kJ1I09FK1IJgGYy9NgmVNvu4/s320/1.jpg" width="213" /></a></p><p><a href="https://books2read.com/u/bQpGME">https://books2read.com/u/bQpGME</a><br /><br /><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important;">Do you have a nearby mass of water and you are considering venturing into </span><span class="a-text-bold a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important; font-weight: 700 !important;">fly-fishing</span><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important;"> as a perfect networking and pass-time activity but are hesitant to get started because you don’t know where to start?</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important;">And you looking for a guide that can take away the guesswork from the whole process of </span><span class="a-text-bold a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important; font-weight: 700 !important;">learning fly-fishing</span><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important;"> so you are confident with the basics, stuff to do with lures, baits, reading waters, the types of fish you can fish with fly-fishing, choosing and caring for you gear and everything in between?</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />If you’ve answered YES,<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Let this book introduce you to the world of fly-fishing and prepare you adequately for the fun ahead!<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Let’s be honest – fly-fishing has a unique flair that just seems hard and foreign to grasp when you don’t know what you seasoned anglers are doing whenever they cast their nets or reel them in.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />The fact that you are here is evidence that you don’t want to keep staying on the side-lines whenever a chance presents itself! It means you want to learn fly-fishing so learn this timeless art of fishing sustainably but have all manner of questions for which you are looking for answers….</span></p><ul class="a-unordered-list a-vertical" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 18px; padding: 0px;"><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-italic" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic !important;">Where do you start?</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-italic" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic !important;">How do you choose your first gear? Should you wait for you to “choose you” Is there such a thing?</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-italic" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic !important;">How do I know where to fish – how do I read the waters?</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-italic" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic !important;">How do I choose the right lures?</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-italic" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic !important;">How do I set up my lures when it is time to fish?</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-italic" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic !important;">How do I know I have caught something and what do I do?</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-italic" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic !important;">How do I increase the odds of catching something?</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-italic" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic !important;">How do I troubleshoot my fly-fishing problems so as to perfect my craft?</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-italic" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-style: italic !important;">How do I identify my catch?</span></span></li></ul><p><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">You are about to discover answers to all these and other important questions to ensure you have an easy time learning and perfecting the art of fly-fishing. All you need to do is to put what you will learn to action!<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />From it, you will learn:</span></p><ul class="a-unordered-list a-vertical" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin: 0px 0px 0px 18px; padding: 0px;"><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;">The basics of fly fishing: the history, the common terms used, the components and terminology of fly rods, tips to help you choose the right fly rod, reels, lines, and leaders</span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">How to tie a knot easily, including knowing what role knots have in fly fishing, what knots are available, and where each can be used best</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;">How to use flies in fly fishing, the role flies play, the different types you can use, and how to use them</span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">How to fly-tie, what materials, tools, and techniques you need, and which fly patterns can be created in different fishing conditions</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;">How to interpret water currents, structures, and depths</span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">How to identify prime fish locations and how seasonal changes impact water conditions</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;">The different fish species known today, their behaviors and habitats, and how to catch each species</span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">Casting techniques: A detailed discussion about casting techniques and how each technique can be used to deal with wind and weather in general to catch fish</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;">How fly fishing enhances physical and mental strength and how fly fishing is therapeutic</span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">Common problems faced while fly fishing and how to troubleshoot them easily and efficiently</span></span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;">Online resources and reading materials that you can read and listen to get more help about fly fishing</span></li><li style="box-sizing: border-box; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word;"><span class="a-list-item" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span class="a-text-bold" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 700 !important;">And so much more!</span></span></li></ul><p><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Even if you tried fishing before and got discouraged because you went home empty-handed several times, trust this book to change your story, and soon, you will be enjoying your favorite fish with your loved ones, all thanks to you!</span></p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-58229180347521747362024-02-26T06:09:00.000-08:002024-02-26T06:09:39.365-08:00Editorial Review of The Training Grounds: Mystery of the Immortals by Jason Clark<p> <a href="https://a.co/d/0lfcnHj" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjug1AkUFu_jzD8YEmald30UcIE7OrkOzCm0_2S96p_TMxQ_qhJ8LdtRy-ZsvPr5oPN0PTcjIlsPhOamxXSXJzpfvkSUn867F1Q89spjM7y7bKEX7YhpN3oqvUFxDhdkfao2noscRjCbHf5wLCUJ0gj-HLPBN_swL5bj76hhuFhu4_aQxFA6gf99XgtUOM/s320/513Nl9+MW-L.jpg" width="320" /></a></p><p><a href="https://a.co/d/0lfcnHj" style="background-color: white; color: #1dbf73; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; text-decoration-line: none; transition: color 0.2s ease 0s; white-space-collapse: preserve;" target="_blank">https://a.co/d/0lfcnHj</a></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-family: Palatino; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">Editorial Review of The Training Grounds: Mystery of the Immortals</span></i><span style="font-family: Palatino; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;"> by Jason Clark</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">The Training Grounds: Mystery of the Immortals</span></i><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;"> by Jason Clark is a breath of fresh air in the realm of sci-fi and fantasy, blending elements of both genres into a story that's as enthralling as it is unique. Clark, in his debut, crafts a world that's at once familiar and intriguingly new, setting the stage for a tale that's as much about the journey of self-discovery as it is about saving the world.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">The protagonist, Darius, is your everyman— a farm boy with nothing but visions that he can't make heads or tails of. His invitation to the prestigious Training Grounds, a place where the elite train in the arts of warfare and elemental control, is as mysterious to him as his own unexplained abilities. Clark has a way of making Darius's confusion and curiosity contagious; you're immediately drawn into the mystery of why Darius was chosen and what his visions could mean.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">What makes <i>The Training Grounds</i> stand out is its ensemble cast. Clark has a knack for character development, making each member of Darius's newfound group— from the skilled archer to the elemental wielder— feel like an essential piece of the puzzle. Their friendships feel real and their challenges, relatable. The dynamics within this group add a layer of depth to the story, blending the excitement of new alliances with the tension of hidden secrets.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">The plot unfolds with a pace that keeps you hooked. The Training Grounds itself is a character—mysterious and filled with secrets waiting to be uncovered. The twists and turns as Darius and his friends peel back layers of deceit to uncover the truth about the academy, and potentially, about the world itself, are well-executed. Clark masterfully balances the elements of mystery, action, and even romance, without letting any one aspect overwhelm the others.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">Perhaps the most compelling part of the book is the underlying mystery of Darius’s visions. The inclusion of the reaper weapon adds a sense of urgency to the narrative, weaving in an apocalyptic thread that raises the stakes for everyone involved. It’s this blend of personal stakes with world-ending implications that keeps the pages turning.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><i><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">The Training Grounds: Mystery of the Immortals</span></i><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;"> is not just a story about a group of young people training to become warriors; it’s about uncovering truths—both personal and universal. Clark's debut is a promising start to what could be a memorable series. For fans of both sci-fi and fantasy looking for something that straddles the line between the two, this book is a fantastic escape from reality. It leaves you questioning, right alongside Darius and his friends, not just what the future holds for them, but what it means to be truly powerful in a world filled with mysteries.</span></p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-55733362527578716922024-02-25T05:51:00.000-08:002024-02-25T05:51:01.504-08:00Editorial Review of Walkaholic: The Journey Through The Art of Walking by Jesse Talemwa<p> <a href="https://a.co/d/8It0UdJ" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="279" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgojW9LINoiZSq8awRLEngh5BXmMkUFw1hBNcZlRYgOCJ8hgbEYz8CUnIIAlEW4sQXBiflofpYctcCcSFhlOdDLo5Ibs0fgiYOM9Xp4ILe4C08FgXfY-gB-GfCI0R3XIrdfb8vFK3pqLfHqCapA3ZCMAs8eXqUDPRNHWn2PktPDkOhkCYgB0sKAMt9tspg/s320/418iyzs-EaL._SY445_SX342_.jpg" width="201" /></a></p><p><a href="https://a.co/d/8It0UdJ" style="background-color: white; color: #1dbf73; font-family: Macan, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; outline: none; transition: color 0.2s ease 0s; white-space-collapse: preserve;" target="_blank">https://a.co/d/8It0UdJ</a></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-family: Palatino; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">Editorial Review of Walkaholic: The Journey Through The Art of Walking</span></i><span style="font-family: Palatino; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;"> by Jesse Talemwa<i><o:p></o:p></i></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><i>Walkaholic: The Journey Through The Art of Walking</i> by Jesse Talemwa is like a breath of fresh air in a world where we're constantly rushing from one task to the next. This book isn't just about walking; it's a deep dive into how something as simple as walking can dramatically transform our lives for the better.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">First off, Jesse Talemwa has a way of making you feel like you're walking alongside a friend who's sharing all these incredible insights about life, health, and mindfulness. The book is packed with practical advice on boosting your physical fitness and mental clarity, but it's delivered in such a way that you don't feel overwhelmed. Instead, you're inspired to lace up your sneakers and hit the road (or trail).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">What I absolutely love about <i>Walkaholic</i> is how it reconnects us with nature and our inner selves. It's easy to forget the beauty of the world around us, but Jesse reminds us how walking can be a gateway to finding that peace and connection we often crave. And let's be honest, who doesn't need a bit of peace in their life these days?<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">The book doesn't stop at just telling you to walk; it gives you a comprehensive guide on how to make your walks truly mindful and transformative. The step-by-step techniques, combined with stories from renowned walkers, make the art of walking accessible to everyone, regardless of your fitness level or lifestyle.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">One of the standout features of this book is the emphasis on the mind-body connection. Jesse doesn't just talk about the physical benefits of walking, like improved health. He dives deep into how walking can help us overcome mental obstacles, enhance creativity, and even improve our relationships. It's fascinating how a book about walking can cover so much ground (pun intended).<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">For those who love a bit of science with their self-help, <i>Walkaholic</i> delivers. Jesse backs up his claims with research-based information, making it a credible source of knowledge on the physiological benefits of walking. But don't worry, it's all presented in an easy-to-understand way that doesn't feel like you're reading a textbook.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Lastly, the book is filled with mindfulness exercises, meditation practices, and inspirational quotes that keep you motivated. Whether you're looking to transform your mindset, find motivation, or simply enjoy the present moment more fully, <i>Walkaholic</i> has something for you.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><i>Walkaholic: The Journey Through The Art of Walking</i> is more than just a book; it's a companion on your journey to a more fulfilling and purposeful life. Jesse Talemwa has crafted a guide that's not only informative but also incredibly inspiring. Whether you're an avid walker or someone who's just looking to improve your well-being, this book is a must-read. So, what are you waiting for? It's time to take the first step on your journey through the art of walking.</p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-78307966619179991662024-02-25T05:25:00.000-08:002024-02-25T05:25:23.874-08:00THE SPYGLASS CUP<p><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C5PHWJYL/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="283" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAFcjvBuZ_dGQZ6v0oUoMb0-9AKR95W1E253acyzZXiX-zwcL1ICG857EN8Y_Pfm2Zz31iFWVGe7ntBBKCc2W9dmzQx5XeaZ72wUxmjGYZvydYEiVuc4Vm-BAnhxw9nNTHSah8-G_xLAoII0D6DoSopHZfw_rnYzYdNqii4OmH9nNzNDsjJPxXPV63mc4/s320/41i7NTyiiJL._SY445_SX342_.jpg" width="204" /></a></div><p><span style="color: #0f1111; font-family: Amazon Ember, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></p><p></p><p><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #0f1111; font-family: Amazon Ember, Arial, sans-serif;"><i><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C5PHWJYL/">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C5PHWJYL/</a></i></span></span></p><p><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important;">LIFE IS GOOD</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> for eighth-grader Tom Grant. How could it not be in Pacific Ranch, the hottest new golf community on the Southern California coast? Weekends on the links are sprinkled with an occasional surf-session and the girl of his dreams lives a few blocks away. Innocent mischief, competition and camaraderie come into play as Tom and his three buddies carve out a charmed existence as regulars at Pacific Ranch Golf Club. All is right with the world until Tom learns that the very existence of PRGC is in imminent peril. Sworn to secrecy about the status of the club, he knows he must rally his friends to play the best golf of their lives in order to ensure the lifestyle they have all come to enjoy. Do the boys have what it takes to step up and pull off the impossible? What happens will change their collective lives—forever.</span></p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-59685695942221337092024-02-24T05:02:00.000-08:002024-02-24T05:02:46.144-08:00Editorial Review of Unleash Your Inner Warrior: A 30-Day Self-Love and Confidence Journal by Crystal Bean<p> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1716041813/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="442" data-original-width="342" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzIP1szkGFnLSyJ5i8fsrTlTK2UyhXH1WirBkw3L8ulhEdwldzqe6E1wdKuFTEfusdiDTnE748tk3qhd3URwp7sZNirF5W3J2AzEj0Myuuhel9TxqNtQmJu3yObB-c1xGk32k5i8X0F0sPcGLhCVwnU1zdIztPSG3NdDYjkb_x54ujuN21pmJR7k7B370/s320/41A1fOrf93L._SX342_SY445_.jpg" width="248" /></a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1716041813/">https://www.amazon.com/dp/1716041813/</a></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-family: Palatino; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">Editorial Review of Unleash Your Inner Warrior: A 30-Day Self-Love and Confidence Journal</span></i><span style="font-family: Palatino; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;"> by Crystal Bean</span></p><p class="MsoNormal">We all have moments of self-doubt, but author and life coach Crystal Bean intimately understands how unchecked lack of self-love seeps into and contaminates all areas of life. Studies show up to 75% of women grapple with cripplingly low self-image, affecting everything from relationships and professional endeavors to self-expression and even parenting capacities. Through her profoundly personal 30-day journal Unleash Your Inner Warrior ($19.99, Lulu Publishing), Bean reshapes this silent epidemic causing anxiety, depression and unfulfilled potential on a global scale.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">While smart, successful women hide insecurities behind people-pleasing personas, men escape feelings of inadequacy through workaholism and destructive behaviors. Bean herself overcome childhood trauma and postpartum depression to emerge a mental health leader. Her book - with daily writing prompts, affirmations and meditations - provides readers a structured toolkit to transform struggle into power.<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Topics explore perfectionism, suppressing one's voice/gifts, past emotional wounds, boundaries around priorities and passion recovery. While courageous, Bean's thoughtful approach makes space for radical self-honesty and compassion. Through rewriting social conditioning, readers gain resilience towards irrational inner critics and build vision for purposeful lives authentically lived. <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Unleash Your Inner Warrior fills the longtime void for accessible, actionable self-help targeted to life’s messy complexities versus peddling toxic positivity or unrealistic quick fixes. Alongside 1:1 coaching offerings, the journal and online community make unraveling deeply rooted lack of self-worth feel hopeful through veteran guidance. Consider this the life-changing nudge - and supportive hands - to finally shine confidently as you are and reach your highest potential. </p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-4574864476079759902024-02-20T07:41:00.000-08:002024-02-20T07:41:53.188-08:00THE HISTORY OF THE FUTURE: THE FORBIDDEN BOOK about Planets, Space, Pets, Afterlife, Environment, Autocracy, Ideology, Democracy, Liberty, Corporations, Greed, Wealth, Deception and Karma<p> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CVBGSFVQ/" imageanchor="1" style="font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="425" data-original-width="266" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzkJdXaYMs1H357WPfiPvMATQyPeCD6HSSkHrLJG5vUNQINVV-FHF2tQrsGgpc_qacR_9GcvuaHRb6tsy94SMHkStC8j5FQTYP6s4qEQ7KGTDPhBudAyxZDSnqGgQzQgL5Q48YTy9IWFmPpoB70GBQJy3w0EsCzFXaVRIA3BCcXIMxrKTxZla23xWygeQ/s320/71zAoJTGFpL._SY425_.jpg" width="200" /></a></p><p><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #0f1111; font-family: Amazon Ember, Arial, sans-serif;"></span></span></p><span style="color: #0f1111; font-family: Amazon Ember, Arial, sans-serif;"><b><br /></b></span><p></p><p><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #0f1111; font-family: Amazon Ember, Arial, sans-serif;"><b><i><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CVBGSFVQ/">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CVBGSFVQ/</a></i></b></span></span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic; font-weight: 700;">This novel is a compelling blend of imaginative science fiction and reflective insights, inviting readers to ponder the mysteries of the cosmos and the essence of human nature.</span></p><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Are you ready to acknowledge the mistakes we make as a humanity and you as an individual who contributes to them?<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Dive into the depths of the cosmos with </span><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important;">The History of the Future: The Forbidden Book</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> by </span><span class="a-text-bold" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700 !important;">Rem Statum</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">. This intriguing science fiction novel explores the infinite possibilities of the universe through the story of Sudnum, a planet in a parallel galaxy. Told from the perspective of two Sudnum researchers, the book examines Sundum’s history and its impact on Earth’s future.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important;">The History of the Future</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> will challenge you to reflect on your thoughts and actions, by urging you to glean wisdom from the collective missteps of Sundum’s residents. In reality, are they actually that different from us?<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /></span><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important;">The History of the Future</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> initially received a great response on the planet Sundum and became one of the best-selling books, the so-called "bestseller". Soon, it was no longer available in its original form and was at least partially censored by various confederations. In the Sinistra Confederation, it was available without the part that talks about Dukalis and the Sinistra Confederation. It was similar to the Dextera Confederation, where the book did not contain the part on the Notanay and the Dextera Confederation. It was somewhat surprising that they did the same in the Neutrum Confederation and cut the part that explains Dognalom’s troubles in the Neutrum Confederation. In the Confederation of Independens, it was not available at all. It was only available to a very limited extent in the Traditionalistae Confederation.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />The book is now available on planet Earth to give humans insight into the situation on planet Sundum. The inhabitants of Earth should think about this at least a little and learn something from their own mistakes and the mistakes of the inhabitants of the planet Sundum.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />Author </span><span class="a-text-bold" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700 !important;">Rem Statum</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">, with a rich background in international economics and experiences across various political and economic systems, infuses his storytelling with insights from his diverse life journey. His narrative not only entertains but also provokes thought about our place in the universe and the potential paths of our future.<br style="box-sizing: border-box;" /><br style="box-sizing: border-box;" />This book presents the perfect reading delight to all the readers who enjoyed </span><span class="a-text-bold" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700 !important;">George Orwell's</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> </span><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important;">1984</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> and </span><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important;">Animal farm</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> book or </span><span class="a-text-bold" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700 !important;">Peter Joseph's</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> </span><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important;">The Zeitgeist</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">. If you enjoy in entertaining content that leaves a great impression on you, like </span><span class="a-text-bold" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700 !important;">Michael Moore</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> </span><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important;">Stupid White Men, Dude, Where's My Country</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> and others, then it is necessary for you to get onboard with </span><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important;">The History of the Future</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">. To top your experience up, mix it up with </span><span class="a-text-bold" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700 !important;">Douglas Adams's</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> </span><span class="a-text-italic" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: italic !important;">The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #0f1111; font-family: "Amazon Ember", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> and you have a winner in your hands.</span>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-56527647832403837932024-02-19T05:02:00.000-08:002024-02-19T05:02:34.404-08:00Editorial Review of The 7 Step Method I Used to Get in the Best Shape of My Life Using a Breakthrough in Neuroscience: Mind Over Body Fitness by Joseph MacLellan<p> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CTFW8X68/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="425" data-original-width="327" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3PU4wYJAnlIoQE23eHhMSdfg3D8i3NoaCACfZWqCaW5tARCfXcQOooW9teYCuxLM4DH8AQMCTUf0qmOgy4BjGYibyw8bUzkCN2Vkqv5htKNnp0c9LfCHouAWtlHCDOU_HxsEhZNHHlLTnyxE4Yc8btkJb8h8PtN5p6o3vKd0x_JdhYG6dPJhi7BqE7tc/s320/61jOWcb1+RL._SY425_.jpg" width="246" /></a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CTFW8X68/">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CTFW8X68/</a></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Palatino; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 19.9733px;">Editorial Review of <i>The 7 Step Method I Used to Get in the Best Shape of My Life Using a Breakthrough in Neuroscience: Mind Over Body Fitness</i> by Joseph MacLellan<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><br /><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">If you're tired of the usual fitness routines and the endless cycle of motivation followed by disappointment, <i>Mind Over Body Fitness: The 7-Step Method I Used to Get in the Best Shape of My Life Using a Breakthrough in Neuroscience </i>by Joseph MacLellan might just be the game-changer you're looking for. This isn't your average fitness book. It dives deep into the EMOTIFLO Method, a unique blend of psychology, exercise physiology, and neurophysiology, aiming not just to get you in shape but to keep you there. 1<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">MacLellan's approach is all about the brain - understanding the "mind of success" and tapping into neuroplasticity to build a sustainable fitness habit. It's more than just working out; it's about reprogramming your mind to automate healthy behaviors. This book promises not just a fitter body but a transformation in confidence, health, and overall quality of life.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">What sets this book apart is its foundation in neuroscience and its focus on the mental and emotional aspects of fitness. It's not just about the physical grind but about changing how you think and feel about fitness. If you've struggled with staying consistent or finding motivation, MacLellan's insights into behavior automation and subconscious programming might just be the breakthrough you need.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Garamond, serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px;">So, if you're ready to try something that targets not just your muscles but your brain, <i>Mind Over Body Fitness</i> could be your ticket to not only getting in shape but staying in the best shape of your life. It's a refreshing take on fitness that champions the power of the mind to achieve what the body wants.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8202862348471100338.post-33493591464843112942024-02-16T06:29:00.000-08:002024-02-16T06:29:34.240-08:00Kingdom's Con Men<p> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CR7QHRVK/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="297" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcmUeEVko9Ou0LTJCEpNnJqo-qnkiMSs-5UsBL7PsuIAVIXy6UGwTCKdncUiMjucNWRjhtr9PxXmg3_wxpzIJAKnveQ1lk7ZLCPzZ18ZUTwt-_grAYuBXXcLbizmK16fqhE07jHXVGp_OuX4OZ5biZ4BzoVAt4pOFkwSmTVxmolWQ8QQUF63XqEwrL4Dw/s320/41ZILO7n91L._SY445_SX342_.jpg" width="214" /></a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CR7QHRVK/">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CR7QHRVK/</a></p><p>Kingdom’s Con Men provides readers a satirical exploration of America’s current evangelical landscape, through the eyes of former childhood friends Roland Wade and Nicholas Johanson. They’re grifters—one an ordained minister, the other an atheist—who hit the road to target corrupt megachurch ministers.</p><p>"Raising offerings is a gift not every preacher possesses... If only thirty folks are gathered, I believe they've got my money among them. Even if one person gives it all, I'm still gonna meet my goal. If it takes three or four collections in a single service, rest assured, by the time I leave that pulpit every ounce of available cash'll be collected, be it from belts, boots, brassieres, you name it." ~Pastor C. T. Lathaniel</p><p>"It's why I despised prosperity gospel and developed a strong distaste for the ministers who preached it. I hated how they manipulated believers in their quest for wealth instead of souls. If allowed to, they would've flipped folks upside down, in the name of Jesus, and claimed every penny plummeting from their threadbare pockets... To earnest but beguiled believers, their pastors' prosperity was proof of the promise of their own. But they failed to grasp prosperity gospel's greatest hidden irony: believers' sacrificial giving ensured their pastors were the only ones, regardless of faith or sacrifice, guaranteed to prosper," ~Roland Wade</p><p>"l know you're for real, Roland. But what about the preachers who aren't? They're the real scammers, right? Taking advantage of people. Poor people. Vulnerable people. Hell, taking advantage of you. They deserve the same treatment. They're the ones we should hit... Hell, Roll, let's just try it. Pick a few of those crooked pastors you mentioned—the cheats and liars—and hit 'em," ~Nicholas Johanson</p><p>"Banned by 1000 churches!"</p><p>"The best banned book you may never read."</p>Kevin O.http://www.blogger.com/profile/01714701442098040551noreply@blogger.com0