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Howie, The Unusual Bear by Laure Stack

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https://www.amazon.com/Howie-Unusual-Bear-Laure-Stack/dp/B0FRGGRGDT

Howie wasn’t your average bear. He looked different, acted differently, and did things unlike any other bear. Longing for companionship, Howie sets out on a journey to find a friend who will accept him for the unique bear he truly is. Will he succeed?

About the author With over 20 years as an educator, Laure Stack has spent her career supporting children through their struggles and dreams. Her deep understanding of young minds leads to her heartwarming stories.

Through Once Upon a Boy, Howie the Unusual Bear and more future books, Laure hopes to inspire children to dream big and never let doubt keep them from reaching their full potential.

Hearing The Voice of GOD: The Exciting life of a Poet by Ivery Savannah

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The purpose of this book is share with the world the story of a nine year old little girl who never felt like she fit anywhere in this world. She starts to write to express all that was being bottled up inside her with no one to share her inner most feelings and emotions. As she began writing for her grandmother, then she went on to writing in a diary like most young girls do. But as this young girl grew she started writing poetry. Poetry became her most talented gift of expression. It is truly exciting to be a poet, BUT it is more exciting to hear the voice of her Abba Father, creator, Lord and King. There are many conversations between the writer and God the Father and it is expressed in her poetry and in many of her testimonies. Put on your virtual glasses and take a ride in the Spirit as you read and experience “Hearing the Voice of God, The Exciting Life of a Poet”!!!!

Unseen Leadership: Interrupt the Instincts That Block Your Success by Amy J. Clark

https://www.amazon.com/Unseen-Leadership-Interrupt-Instincts-Success/dp/B0GM67TYS7

We are often told to trust our instincts. But what if those instincts are quietly working against us?

Unseen Leadership: Interrupt the Instincts That Block Your Success challenges what leaders have long been rewarded for. Through decades advising and coaching senior executives, author Amy J. Clark has seen firsthand how instinctive habits that once drove achievement now create blind spots that block progress.

Through powerful stories, insight, and reflection, the book introduces the CARE Leadership Activator™—Curiosity, Adaptability, Resilience, and Empathy, a new measurement of leadership designed for an unpredictable future. These are not soft skills; they are the strategic edge leaders need to stay credible, trusted, and influential when conditions change faster than comfort allows.

This is the shift no one taught you to trust—how to move beyond instinct, interrupt old patterns, and lead with deeper awareness and impact.

Unseen Leadership invites you to redefine how you measure success and lead at the level you are built for.

About the author Amy J. Clark is an executive advisor, coach, and C-Suite executive who has spent more than two decades guiding senior executives and organizations through complex change. Amy helps leaders interrupt the instincts and patterns that limit their impact and activate the strategic capacity to lead inside uncertainty.

As the author of the best-selling book Growth Point and co-author of Talent Impact, Amy’s work has influenced leaders across Fortune 500 companies, mission-driven organizations, and emerging enterprises. Today, she partners with executives and teams to redefine relevance, build credibility that lasts, and develop leaders for the business they are becoming, not the one they have been.

Her proprietary framework, The CARE Leadership Activator™ (Curiosity, Adaptability, Resilience, and Empathy), helps leaders shift behavior, expand influence, and lead effectively in moments where instinct alone is no longer enough.

100 Paintings: An Artist’s Life in New York City by Rob Mango

https://www.robmango.com/100-paintings-an-artist-life-in-new-york

https://www.amazon.com/100-Paintings-Artists-Life-York/dp/0692263136

Equal parts monograph and memoir, 100 Paintings: An Artist’s Life in New York City is one man’s artistic journey from his native Chicago to a pioneering residency in Manhattan’s storied neighborhood of Tribeca. Rob Mango, as much an athlete as an artist, has explored New York City on foot since 1977–its architecture and its denizens, its streets and its harbors providing the former track star with the inspiration for much of his highly individualistic work. As noted in the foreword by art critic Robert Mahoney, ”Mango’s paintings can be seen as being produced by a man whose body was fed oxygen to a fantastical high while running through the city.” With more than 200 full-color artworks and photographs, this book documents Mango’s journey and the body of work he has created over the past four-plus decades. From the birth of Tribeca to the horrors of 9/11 and its aftermath, Mango reveals the details as only such a singular artist can. Along the way, he rubs shoulders with Wall Street titans, the art world’s up-and-comers, punk rockers, and such celebrated downtowners as Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, Andy Warhol, Larry Rivers and Bob Dylan. A central hub of Tribeca was the Neo Persona Gallery, which Mango founded in 1984 to represent and exhibit the work of the neighborhood’s burgeoning art scene.

Mango’s diverse body of work, depicted here, includes vividly imagined, surreal meditations on the artist in the city and abroad, animated by figures from his personal mythology. Drawings, assemblages, sculptures, paintings, and groundbreaking painted-sculptural hybrid works, from 1975 2014, represent Mango’s entire life as an artist, including stints in the Midwest, New Mexico, Paris, Prague, Venice, and Tuscany. Featured in this retrospective are a series of epic, large-scale paintings set in a fantastic New York, replete with the city’s iconic architectural landmarks, but populated by gods, warriors, shamans, and other figures drawn from many epochs and cultures. Also here are portraits of the famous and infamous, pastoral scenes from a rural Tuscan village, and Mango’s breathtaking series of nudes.

About the author Interview originally published in Du Jour, Oct 21, 2014.

What brought you to New York City in the ’70s, and how did the city influence you and your artwork?

I quickly became aware that the center of the art universe was New York City. The fantasy of coming to [the city] and becoming part of it was launched by painters I encountered while roaming the halls of the Art Institute of Chicago as a teen–Rivers, Johns, DeKooning and Rauschenberg. My obsession with New York became so highly evolved that it sustained me long after I arrived. In many ways, the fantasy of New York exceeded the actual experience initially, which was, in a word, cruel. My Midwestern fantasy of New York sustained the creation of numerous major works, which blend realistic detail and imaginative or surreal invention, particularly “Millennium” and “Return to the City.”

Mumba the Lion Who Forgot to Roar by Subomi Macaulay

https://www.amazon.com/Mumba-Lion-Who-Forgot-Roar/dp/B0GVYTPDBY

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Mumba the Lion Who Forgot to Roar is a powerful and heartwarming tale about identity, courage, and the importance of owning your story.

Deep within the lush forests of the Congo lives Mumba a strong, wise, and respected lion whose silence leads others to misunderstand who he truly is. When his story is twisted and doubt begins to grow, Mumba is faced with a life-changing realization: if he doesn’t speak his truth, someone else will define it for him.

Guided by resilience and self-discovery, Mumba embarks on a journey to reclaim his voice. With the courage to rise above fear, he learns that true strength is not just in power but in honesty, expression, and authenticity.

Written by The African Storyteller, Subomi Macaulay, this beautifully woven story draws from rich cultural traditions to inspire readers of all ages. It teaches timeless lessons about confidence, self-expression, and the power of storytelling.

Perfect for children, families, and classrooms, this book encourages every reader to find their voice and never forget to roar.

About the author Subomi Macaulay, affectionately known as The African Storyteller, is a Cultural Ambassador whose voice bridges generations and connects the richness of African heritage to modern-day narratives. Through her storytelling, Subomi imparts timeless lessons rooted in African culture, history, and personal experience.

Her journey as a storyteller began in the heart of West Africa, where she learned the craft at the feet of her maternal grandmother. Through these early lessons, Subomi discovered the power of stories to teach resilience, empathy, and cultural pride. Today, she continues to weave narratives that both honor and reinvent African traditions, creating stories that resonate with audiences worldwide.

Subomi’s work spans across multiple formats: from live performances to written works, workshops, and cultural consulting. Her stories have touched the hearts of youth and elders alike, offering a powerful reminder that through storytelling, we can heal, connect, and transform.

Like, Follow, Subscribe: Influencer Kids and the Cost of a Childhood Online by Fortesa Latifi

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A searing investigation into the child influencer industry and the perils of childhood internet fame, Like, Follow, Subscribe is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the costs of internet fame, and the ethics of online content.

What is it like to grow up with a camera in your face 24/7? To have your childhood moments sold as “content” to millions online? What happens when someone who works in a largely unregulated multi-billion-dollar industry sells away their childhood and has no financial safety net as an adult? What does it feel like to have your private moments—your medical diagnoses, your first period, your first break up, your tantrums, potty-training, and breastfeeding-weaning—broadcast to an audience of millions? Like, Follow, Subscribe shines a spotlight on the deeply troubling world of the child influencer industry.

Journalist Fortesa Latifi dives into the lives of children whose parents mine their everyday activities for monetizable content, exposing issues like privacy violations, financial abuse, and the absence of child labor protections. Through expert interviews with psychologists, labor scientists, and even former child influencers and family vloggers, she uncovers the pressures, trauma, and consequences for children thrust into the spotlight.

This timely and eye-opening book doesn’t just reveal the harm of toxic social media culture: it also provides a roadmap to better regulating influencer families, safeguarding children, and questioning the role of audiences in perpetuating these cycles of exploitation.

S.R. Longshore’s Muse-Dream Mysteries by S.R. Longshore

https://www.amazon.com/S-R-Longshores-Muse-Dream-Mysteries-Longshore-ebook/dp/B0FWRZ42H9

This book contains three very different short novels of mystery and determination.

The first story is about a little boy who is set on discovering the secret of a door. He feels somewhat like an outcast but believes that once he makes the discovery, he will be famous and well liked. However, he has no idea how much the door is looking for him.

The second story is about a man who loves a woman so much that he gives up everything to be with her. Together they flee only to end up back where they began. This takes place in a kingdom not of this world.

The third one is about how people go on with their lives, consumed with their own agenda without realizing the consequences of their actions. Later only to find out that their consequences turn out to be more than what they could have ever imagined.

Plus there are two bonus reads.

The first one is about a young girl who feels disconnected and unfulfilled. Unaware, she has a peculiarity which in turns puts everything in perspective and is often her saving grace.

The second one is about a woman on vacation with her husband. They initially decide to visit a remote area after leaving his family’s home. But later, she is not sure if she has had a bad dream about the place or a severe warning.

Smarter Business Exits: Strategies and Toolkits for Corporate Divorce, Succession Planning and Joint Exits by William B. Bierce

https://www.amazon.com/Smarter-Business-Exits-Strategies-Succession/dp/1943386781

Looking to profitably exit your business? In other words, are you a business owner with partners seeking to achieve smarter growth while designing an exit strategy and succession planning? Smarter Business Exits helps you identify classic solutions to foreseeable scenarios, so you can plan, adapt, renew, transform and restructure for exit excellence at different stages of your business’s lifecycle. WARNING: Reading this book and implementing its strategies could lead to a significant increase in your liquidity, net worth, happiness and ambition to restart new projects and relationships.

Start reading now to: understand how to design your organization for a business exit lifecycle; learn how corporate governance for owners can protect all parties; discover how dispute resolution can be successfully achieved; know what to do when corporate divorce litigation is foreseeable; learn the tips to special succession planning for family businesses; find exit strategies for startups and other multi-owner companies; discover the five types of exit planning toolkits your business must have; and gain even more than that!

Smarter Business Exits answers the following question: How can I use governance tools to keep my fellow co-owners fulfilling their promises of service, loyalty, productivity and commitment during business exits? Scroll up and grab your copy now to discover how your exit path can be planned and executed to minimize ongoing pain and optimize your opportunities for exiting (or restructuring) your business!

About the author An award-winning international business and technology attorney, William B. Bierce assists companies, their owners, boards and investors throughout a company’s business lifecycles. As business lawyer, he advises on organizational design, business formation, capital raising, equity compensation, governance, risk management, crisis resolution, resiliency planning, compliance, roll-ups, corporate sales and divestitures. As a technology lawyer, he assists domestic and foreign clients on digital transformation, e-commerce, privacy, cybersecurity and strategic transactions.

Bill has extensive experience in domestic and cross-border transactions for leading global companies in investments, banking and finance, consumer products, managed business services, manufacturing, transportation and digital media. He concentrates on mid-market niche companies, specialty manufacturing, services industries, family businesses, international businesses and tech companies.

The Game Warden and His Friend, Otto by Gary Ralston

https://www.amazon.com/Game-Warden-His-Friend-Otto/dp/1662480946

The book is a collection of stories and situations a game warden will encounter in his work. The work can be difficult and very disheartening and at times very gratifying. Wardens do much more than enforcing fish and game law, and many of these activities are noted. I have offered a few tips about hunting and fishing, which I have learned during my seventy-five years of participation in these activities and observations gathered while spending countless hours in the great outdoors. The goal of this book is to inform the public about a warden’s life and the many things he is involved with in his work. I’m sure there will be some who will be critical of what I’ve put on paper, but I can assure you, what I’ve written ain’t fiction. I hope you purchase a copy of my book, read it with an open mind, enjoy a few laughs, learn some things you weren’t aware of, come away with a little more support, and hopefully respect for the work a game warden does for wildlife and benefits created for those who care about our great natural resources today and for generations to come.

The Politicization of the American Legal System by Dr. James M. Copas LLM, LLM

https://www.amazon.com/Politicization-American-Legal-System-ebook/dp/B0GHZY8PGT

The politicization of the American legal system has emerged as a critical concern, raising questions about the integrity, impartiality, and functionality of judicial institutions. This book examines how political ideologies influence the judiciary, the consequences of partisan appointments, and the broader implications of public perception regarding judicial neutrality. Using a combination of historical analysis and contemporary case studies, this commentary explores the systemic and institutional dynamics that have led to the politicization of legal processes in the United States. The paper further evaluates potential reforms to depoliticize the judiciary and restore public confidence in the rule of law. Academic footnotes are provided to support the analysis.

A Feast for Generations 1600–2024 by Rachel E. Ford

https://www.amazon.com/Feast-Generations-1600-2024-Rachel-Ford-ebook/dp/B0DF657932

This book is more than just a cookbook it’s a tribute to a rich family legacy passed down through generations. Spanning over four centuries, it preserves treasured family recipes, faith-filled traditions, and the stories that have shaped the family over time. The book invites readers into a warm, welcoming world of culinary traditions, where each dish carries meaning and history. With recipes that have nourished families and communities for generations, this collection is filled with memories, heartfelt stories, and food that ties the past to the present. The pages of this book open into a tapestry of flavor, heritage, and family history, giving readers a deep connection to every dish served. From the cherished traditions of Grandma Clara’s recipes to the memories built around the family table, A Feast for Generations provides a unique perspective on how food brings people together, celebrates milestones, and unites communities through time.

On The Road Again: A Truck Driver’s Highway to National Trial Law and Business Success by Albert Parnell

https://www.amazon.com/Road-Again-Albert-Parnell/dp/B0DBSGWQ35

Eighty-two years ago, in a small apartment in Alexandria, Virginia, a boy with big dreams was born. In this wild but true story of a street-smart kid looking for opportunities amid a WWII-torn America, On the Road Again shows what perseverance, risk, and ingenuity can accomplish even when the deck is stacked against you. It demonstrates a powerful theology that self-belief and determination can overcome incredible and defying obstacles.

Albert Parnell’s engaging memoir tells the incredible story of how a high school party boy rose to become a nationally recognized toxic tort, asbestos defense trial lawyer, having graduated last in his high school class, and how an odyssey of odd jobs and big breaks led to a maverick in the making–from tractor-trailer truck driver to pool shark to civil rights activist to Atlanta bookie to Las Vegas “high-stakes” poker player to restauranter to national lecturer to Tik Tok social media mentor. Travel back in time and see how this fun-loving, forever party boy from nowhere grew to own every bar and courtroom he entered, building an empire that existed everywhere.

A Journey Through Life and History: An Autobiographical Sketch by Radomysl Twardowski

https://www.amazon.com/Journey-Through-Life-History-Autobiographical/dp/1964686091

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“…an evocative autobiographical exploration of personal growth, resilience, and cultural identity…a compelling read for those interested in autobiographical tales that blend historical context with personal reflection.” – Readers Favorite

Radomysl Twardowski’s moving story of growing up in post-war Poland begins with early memories of walks around Krakow with his beloved Grandfather Karol. As it becomes clear to the young Rado that Poland’s history is rooted in Christianity, the solemn grandeur and religious atmosphere of places like Wawel Cathedral and other churches begin to have a profound impact on him. He would later be drawn to SSPX and Latin Mass, a subject of debate in the Catholic Church after the Second Vatican Council. After the rise of Solidarity in 1980 and the declaration of martial law in 1981, Rado leaves Poland for the US, where he graduates from medical school and practices cardiology for several years, eventually becoming a proponent for fitness and wellness. Woven throughout this gripping memoir set against the backdrop of dramatic political, religious, and newsworthy developments are the author’s stories of hardship and triumph over adversity-from a skiing injury at age twelve that left him with physical limitations to the dissolution of his marriage and a difficult separation from his children. Throughout this memorable journey through history, Twardowski offers us a deeply personal life story of exploration, loss, redemption, and survival.

But MOMMY, I can SEE! by Dr Samantha Slotnick

https://www.amazon.com/But-MOMMY-I-can-SEE/dp/B0DN33WC76

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What does it mean to “see”? And what can reading glasses do for a child who can “see” without them?

Join Sylvia on her journey with her glasses. It’s love at first “sight,” but when the excitement of the accessory wears off, how is she supposed to remember to use her glasses? Especially when she notices she can “see” without them?

Embedded within this engaging story are important insights for parents about the visual skills needed for learning in a classroom setting, and the subtle signs of visual problems which can be treated with glasses. Parents and children, alike, come away understanding the difference between “needing” glasses and “benefitting” from them as a powerful tool for learning and sustaining attention in the classroom.

If your child loves to learn, but doesn’t love to read, chances are there is a visual problem which has not been addressed. “Find a Doctor” resources are provided to locate eye doctors who treat learning-related vision problems around the globe.

The Chef’s Recovery by Chuck Hayworth, Tanya Stockton

https://www.amazon.com/Chefs-Recovery-Chuck-Hayworth/dp/0989635945

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In his early twenties, while pursuing a career as a chef, Chuck Hayworth was diagnosed with stomach cancer. Years of painful and slow recovery motivated Chuck to find a better way to fight his disease. Combining his knowledge of the culinary arts with a strong will to succeed, Chuck was able to fully heal his stomach. In sharing his triumphant and cancer-fighting recipes, Chef Chuck hopes to help many others win their fight against cancer.

One Life To Live: My Journey Through Health, Healing, And Faith -Surviving Stage 4 Cancer by Barton H Dunn

https://www.amazon.com/One-Life-Live-Journey-Surviving/dp/B0F1JYZV75

What would you do if you were told you had only months to live?

In One Life to Live, Barton H. Dunn shares his extraordinary true story of faith, resilience, and the power of miracles. What started as a simple doctor’s visit quickly turned into a life-changing diagnosis – Stage 4 A.L.L. Leukemia. Facing impossible odds, Bart embarked on a grueling journey through chemotherapy, radiation, and ultimately a life-saving bone marrow transplant from his identical twin brother.

This inspiring memoir not only chronicles his battle with cancer but also highlights the profound spiritual encounters that shaped his healing process. Through each hardship – from the devastation of his diagnosis to the miraculous moments of divine intervention – Bart’s unwavering faith carried him forward.

Part personal reflection, part spiritual testimony, this book is a beacon of hope for anyone facing life’s toughest battles. Whether you’re fighting illness, walking alongside a loved one, or simply seeking inspiration in times of adversity, One Life to Live will uplift your spirit and remind you that miracles still happen.

Join Bart on his journey through health, healing, and faith – a testament to the incredible strength found in hope, prayer, and the unwavering belief that God is always listening.

The Daily Journal That Transforms Entrepreneurs: Q2 – Spring Edition by Randy Belham

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https://www.amazon.com/Daily-Journal-That-Transforms-Entrepreneurs/dp/B0DPQSXKCC

Welcome to your entrepreneur’s playbook—a journal designed to help you align your business goals, sharpen your focus, and create lasting success. Whether you’re scaling your business, leading a team, or just striving to manage it all, this journal will guide you to build clarity, stay consistent, and achieve balance.

Here’s why it works: Repetition is a powerful tool. By answering these prompts daily, you’re not just reflecting—you’re training your subconscious mind to seek opportunities, solutions, and strategies that align with your vision. Over time, this daily practice rewires your thinking and programs your brain to work for you, even when you’re not actively trying.

Consistency is key. Each morning, you’ll set the tone for your day by focusing on your priorities and aligning with your values. You will reflect on your progress, wins, and lessons learned each evening. These daily practices build momentum, helping you become the leader, innovator, and decision-maker your business needs to thrive.

This journal is divided into seasons to reflect the unique rhythms of your entrepreneurial journey:

Winter: Reflect, plan, and set the foundation for growth. Spring: Focus on action, renewal, and building momentum. Summer: Find balance by reconnecting with joy, creativity, and rest. Fall: Celebrate your wins, reflect on lessons, and finish the year strong. Every prompt has been carefully designed to keep you motivated, accountable, and in tune with your purpose as a business owner. This isn’t just about business—it’s about creating a fulfilling life aligned with your values.

Entrepreneurship is a journey, not a sprint. This journal is your accountability partner, motivator, and space to reflect on what’s working and what’s not. Commit to just a few minutes daily, and watch how this simple habit transforms your mindset, business, and life.

Your best year starts now. Let’s get to work.

—Randy Belham, Life Coach

Spring: Growth and Momentum (Q2)

Spring is the season of growth and opportunity. The seeds of action you planted in Q1 are now beginning to take root. As a business owner, this is your time to nurture those ideas, refine your approach, and take your work to the next level.

This journal will guide you through a season of creativity and innovation, helping you embrace challenges and build momentum. Each prompt is designed to encourage intentional reflection and action, keeping you aligned with your goals.

Kenny Stoddart, Unleashing the Iron Mind: Mastering Mental Resilience for High Achievers

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About the Guest(s): Ken Stoddart is the founder of Iron Mind Advisors and the creator of the Iron Mind Mentality, a transformational framework aimed at mastering mental resilience, strategic clarity, and performance under pressure. With a rich background that spans decades in the cybersecurity space as an executive sales leader, Ken transitioned into the realm of executive coaching, studying to become a licensed mental health counselor at Liberty University. Known for his blend of neuroscience with actionable insights, Ken helps leaders turn chaos into clarity and stress into strategy, focusing on the development of mental fitness as the frontier of sustainable leadership.

Episode Summary: In this episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss welcomes Ken Stoddart, a distinguished expert in executive coaching and mental resilience, to discuss overcoming personal and professional challenges to achieve sustainable success. Sto shares his transformative journey from a cybersecurity executive to a mental health advocate and executive coach, highlighting how he developed the Iron Mind Mentality to empower individuals in high-pressure environments.

Ken Stoddart and Voss delve into various aspects of managing stress and avoiding burnout, particularly among high achievers. Using his rich professional history, Sto discusses the importance of mental fitness and identity awareness, emphasizing the need for executives and athletes to maintain a healthy balance between striving for success and personal well-being. He outlines his approach of using discipline, self-awareness, and external guidance to help leaders forge clearer paths amidst life’s chaos and uncertainty.

Key Takeaways: Ken Stoddart emphasizes the critical role of mental resilience and strategic clarity in overcoming professional and personal challenges. Ken Stoddart advocates for balancing success-driven life with personal well-being, urging leaders to recognize and address their limits. The episode explores how identity and discipline impact professional performance and personal satisfaction. Ken Stoddart introduces the concept of ‘identity erosion,’ discussing how achieving professionals can lose sight of personal happiness amid career pressures. Mental fitness is underscored as the final frontier in sustainable leadership, a theme central to Sto’s Iron Mind Mentality framework.

Notable Quotes: “It can get a little rowdy, a little chaotic out there after years of doing it. And sometimes people lose their edge, lose their fire.” “I want leaders, the best of the best, to ask those questions, to find out if someone needs a little help behind the scenes.” “There’s a lot of lessons in that 27-year career… that I’m now using as a platform to give back to others.” “The moment you think that you actually might need some help or some coaching or some guidance or whatever, you should make an inquiry that day.”

From Brokenness to Atonement, Faith, Hope, and Love: A Vietnam War Sniper’s Journey and a Psychiatrist’s Bibliotherapy by Hani Raoul Khouzam Mph Fapa MD

https://www.amazon.com/Brokenness-Atonement-Faith-Hope-Love/dp/B0CC3X7Y6T

This is a story of Mr. L, an orphan who was raised and nurtured by a devoted Carmelite nun, then drafted to serve as a skilled sniper during the Vietnam War. A journey of learning and mastering of the French language, excelling in the Little League baseball, discovering the art of hunting, and of an uttermost devotion to assigned military missions. A tale of grief, depression, anxiety, intermixed with bitterness, rage, fear, and delayed onset posttraumatic stress disorder with its most devastating aftermath of survivor’s guilt.

Witnessing the emergence of innate talents, the gifts of left-handedness, and astounding suddenness of action in each and every providential and self-inflicted circumstances. Travelling through life in orphanages with boyish freedom, self-consciousness, and then an adulthood of giving of oneself and sacrificing of own needs to fulfill a patriotic mission, an acceptance of a higher calling to serve the poor and the disfranchised.

Biographies are woven in the tapestry of the therapeutic alliance of a patient-and-physician relationship.

As a reader, you will be invited to introspect and reflect on the wonder of the human brain, the bubbling joy of loving, and the gift of living.

Will Mr. L descend into the abyss of ending his God-given gift of a well-deserved and joyful life or will he survive his heartbreaking sorrows and insurmountable guilt? Can brokenness be restored through faith, hope, love, and forgiveness?

The answers could be revealed by reading this personal journey–a portrait of faith, grace, and the joy that rises from giving and loving.

The Sacred Spiral: Unlocking The Individual’s Infinite Potentials by Dracaena A Paxx

https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Spiral-Unlocking-Individuals-Potentials/dp/B0DJDWFF8W

Synopsis: THE SACRED SPIRAL takes a Celtic path with many Shamanic tones. However, it is a major Truth that there is no one single “True Path”, and all symbols, as well as mythologies, resonate differently with all people. The Sacred Spiral is a compilation of rites and explanations of how’s and why’s for usage, for all paths are basically correct. Dracaena feels it is of utmost importance that a person learn to use their intuition, and The Sacred Spiral helps guide one to do that! She does not feel it is right for any one person to tell another whether they can or cannot learn something! Each person’s Spiritual evolution is different from others! Yet work must be done to earn respect and knowledge!

Many people prefer and are very capable of learning with their own intuition. The Sacred Spiral will help empower one to understand many of the symbols and visions that come to them, which a person may use this wisdom to grow!

Autobiography: Dracaena A. Paxx has been a mystic and practicing Druid for over 30 years. She has learned from many teachers and, in time, founded her group, THE SOCIETY OF THE WAXING MOON. The SOCIETY met weekly with rituals at regular intervals. The SOCIETY is now a Facebook group, and discussions are held continually. She has regularly taught the Society using many lessons found in this book and questions the group members would discuss at length. As many individuals search for mystical/ spiritual knowledge, she has compiled her teachings in this book. It is sad that so many obstacles are in the way of those who wish to study, so it is essential to Dracaena that everyone has access to this knowledge and learns to empower themselves. Dracaena has been married for over 25 years and has two adult children. She has a BS in education and a Master’s Degree in Social work in progress.

Across the Creek: Buried Legacy by Kaaren Terry

https://www.amazon.com/Across-Creek-Buried-Kaaren-Terry/dp/B0GHC1K9V2

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While watching the late-night news a thief discovers a skeleton uncovered on a couple’s property, is his great-grandfather. This story quickly evolves into a small-town media frenzy. The thief finds himself drawn into a complex web of family history and dark secrets that have long been buried. As the investigation unfolds, he confronts the legacy of his families past, uncovering layers of deceit and betrayal that threaten to unravel both his life and that of the couple.

Armed with only the memories of his grandmothers stories, he will stop at nothing until he discovers his buried legacy. Will the unsuspecting couple become aware of his motives and the dangerous lengths he will go before it’s too late?

Across the Creek delves into themes of identity, family loyalty, and the lengths individuals will go to protect their legacies. With a backdrop of small-town dynamics and the relentless pursuit of truth, this contemporary novel keeps readers engaged as they explore the intricate connections between past and present, ultimately revealing how history shapes lives in unforeseen ways. About the author Kaaren Terry is from San Diego and her family has called this home for generations. She and her husband moved over an hour away from the hustle and bustle of the city, up to a small historic gold-mining town called Julian, California. They would call this home for the next 20 years. Surrounded by nature and abundant wildlife , commuting to the city for work and essentials, the dichotomy of the two lifestyles became apparent.

Kaaren’s degree is in Graphic Design which nurtures her creativity. She has worn many hats: to name a few; mother, grocery clerk, glass artist, and now retired Real Estate Broker.

Although the skills needed for each job may be different, at the heart of each is working with people. What makes them tick sets her imagination into overdrive. As an avid reader, fascinated by what an author could do with words, she was inspired by her own life experiences and the people she’s met. She spins a tale that invites the reader to climb aboard and hang on to the very end.

Freedom Lost by Mark a Handy

https://www.amazon.com/Freedom-Lost-Mark-Handy/dp/1634178920

The conspiracy theorists were right! Who knew? A renegade president has used FEMA and government loopholes to rescind the Constitution, dismiss Congress, and all but appoint himself King Lording I. He rules with an iron fist and a callous disregard for human life. Oppose him and die. But true American nature begins to bleed through and dissent leads to rebellion. At the core of the resistance is Mace Wallace, lone survivor of the Cochise Stronghold Massacre. The Arizona militia SASS, Southern Arizona Sportsman’s Society, is wiped out at that monument for daring to resist Lording when he makes his power grab. Just before the final attack that leaves a radioactive crater, Mace is sent to enlist the help of the Arizona governor. After two years of evading capture, Mace joins the resistance in Chicago. The resistance, organized by the mysterious Third, has been a debris choked river, pushing to break through. Its members pace their imposed, caged existence, eager for the fight to regain their freedom. Mace comes up with a plan to shake things up and succeeds on an epic scale. Somehow, Mace is recognized and, with Lording’s goons close on their heels, the local resistance leaders, Dell and Layla, whisk Mace through the streets of Chicago. A scheme on a national level develops and Mace, along with his newfound friends, heads back to Arizona, where it all started for him. The country as a whole is a powder keg, ready to blow. Mace becomes the spark that lights that fuel and fires up a nation in the process.

About the author Mark A. Handy is a US veteran and college graduate. With a deep concern for our country, he writes to evoke a sense of awareness of just how wrong things could go.

Old Grandmother’s Tree: A Collection of French-Canadian Folktales, Volume by Joseph Bolton

https://www.amazon.com/Old-Grandmothers-Tree-Collection-French-Canadian/dp/B0DDTX73VL

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A heritage told through time.

A history of family connections, cunning trickster animals, and adventures untold: Old Grandmother’s Tree: A Collection of French-Canadian Folktales is a beautiful compilation of folktales set against the backdrop of 17th and early 20th century Québec.

On her wedding night, a young Algonquin woman is visited by the spirit of her first husband and the trickster animals of Indigenous legends, who encourage her to set forth on a new journey. So begins the Meunier family’s origin story and the many adventures that come through the generations that follow.

Combining richly woven stories and stunning artwork, Joseph Bolton’s and Natasha Pelley-Smith’s Old Grandmother’s Tree is a tribute to an untold history that will touch any reader.

Pangaea – Book 1: Enforcers’ Pursuit by Mr Camren T Burton

https://www.amazon.com/Pangaea-Book-1-Enforcers-Pursuit/dp/B0C9K1S2ZN

Earth has been decimated by nuclear fallout, forcing humanity to survive by colonizing other planets. On the colony Pangaea, many freedoms have been surrendered to the law for protection, to ensure the past doesn’t happen again.

Twelve year old Mark has known nothing but a life of grueling toil and cruelty from his Law Enforcer custodians in the Young Males’ Correctional Facility. He was sent there for committing a serious crime he doesn’t remember, for his past has been erased from his mind. Only a nagging sense that he doesn’t belong there drives him to survive.

After three and half years, the time has come for him to escape the prison and attempt to learn the truth behind his arrest. The enforcers pursue him with stalkers: terrifying genetically-engineered hounds designed to capture criminals.

It’s up to Mark to evade his long-time tormentors, but what waits in the unknown outside world – friend or enemy? Conviction or vindication?

Mark has no idea that his adventure for freedom only beginning as he stays ahead of the Enforcers’ Pursuit!

Matthew Fornaro on Navigating Business Partnerships: Lessons in Structure and Trust

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About the Guest(s): Matthew Fornaro is a seasoned business law attorney based in Coral Springs, Florida, with a law practice established in 2003. He specializes in complex commercial litigation and provides legal services to businesses and individuals throughout the Coral Springs, Parkland, and greater Broward County community. Matthew is recognized for his expertise in handling contract disputes, real estate conflicts, antitrust claims, and other legal issues concerning businesses of various sizes. Licensed in Florida, DC, and New York, he serves clients nationwide, advising them on a range of business law matters.

Episode Summary: In this enlightening episode of The Chris Voss Show, Chris Voss engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Matthew Fornaro, a distinguished business law attorney. Having garnered extensive experience in complex commercial litigation, Matthew provides valuable insights into the legal intricacies facing entrepreneurs and businesses today. Listeners will gain practical knowledge on structuring business entities, the significance of legal documents, and methods to avoid common pitfalls in business partnerships. Matthew Fornaro emphasizes the importance of due diligence when starting a business, stressing the need for a strategic foundation and proper legal structure. He discusses the detrimental effect of not having agreements in writing, especially in partnerships. Through anecdotes and expert advice, Matthew warns of the legal, financial, and liability issues that may arise if foundational business practices are overlooked. The conversation also touches on the impact of AI on the legal field, highlighting the need for meticulous oversight in technology utilization by business entities.

Key Takeaways: Importance of Due Diligence: Before starting a business, it is crucial to have a strategic plan and the right legal foundation. Business Structure Selection: Selecting the appropriate business entity is fundamental to avoid legal, financial, and tax issues. Value of Written Agreements: Verbal agreements are insufficient; always ensure partnerships and business arrangements are documented. Impact of AI on Business: While AI offers numerous efficiencies, businesses must exercise quality control to prevent potential pitfalls. Partner Assessments: It’s vital to vet partners’ business acumen and long-term intentions to ensure alignment and avoid potential conflicts.

Notable Quotes: “You don’t know who your partner is till the money’s on the table or the money’s missing from the table.” “If you don’t have it in writing, it doesn’t exist.” “AI is great for any business, but you gotta make sure you’re in charge. You have to quality control.” “Everyone goes into business with the best of intentions, but life happens and people are not who you think they are.” “At the end of the day, pretty much everything has an ending, whether it’s harmonious or acrimonious.”

Organizational Freelancer by Tracey M. Batacan

https://www.amazon.com/Organizational-Freelancer-Tracey-M-Batacan/dp/1968615636

The Organizational Freelancer is a funny and insightful spin on a collection of blogs about the work of an internal organizational freelancer who is responsible for supporting multiple clients digital media projects. It also offers some best practices that resulted from those experiences.

Readers will learn about the opportunities and challenges of working outside the lines of a formal organizational structure to achieve tangible results. The Organizational Freelancer also serves as a guide to gaining new, resume enhancing skills, assembling a team to handle new projects, and networking.

About the author Tracey M. Batacan is an innovative digital communications professional who leverages her talents for a variety of projects. Batacan is currently serving as an Adjunct Professor of Communications at Trinity University – D.C. She teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in leadership, communications, crisis communications, strategic communications, and more.

In her spare time, she also writes blogs regarding organizational communications, strategic communications and leadership as well as photographs special events. Prior to her current role, she worked for two decades in digital media/public affairs for federal agencies and the private sector organizations. This includes career opportunities at the U.S. Coast Guard, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF), Federal Protective Service (FPS) Digital Media Program, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Verizon Communications. During her tenure, she was recognized at each organization for individual employee and team recognition awards.

She is an expert in producing videos, scriptwriting, social media, web design and layout, media relations, community outreach and media monitoring. Moreover, Mrs. Batacan often consults on a variety of freelance digital projects.

Convergence by Jonathan Dixon, Gregg Owen

https://www.amazon.com/Convergence-Jonathan-Dixon/dp/B0FLVRM325

This story seems impossible. But every word is true.

Convergence is the account of a vicious double homicide in 1970s Chicago and a trial that almost didn’t happen.

This is a different kind of true crime book.It isn’t a mystery, because the killer was arrested right away. It’s not a police story, although Convergence is there at every step of their investigation. It’s not a defense lawyer’s story.

This is a story from the other side of the courtroom.

Convergence is the story of Gio Messina and Delphine Moore’s murders and the trial that followed, but this time told from the perspective of the prosecution. You are there to witness how a case is built, how it’s brought to court, and how it unfolds when the trial starts. You see what happens when power and money try and keep the trial from starting at all. You follow the prosecution from the courtrooms of Chicago to rural Tennessee looking for new evidence to replace the evidence that’s vanished.

You’re introduced to the choreography of the courtroom: listening in on the careful strategizing, understanding the thought behind what a jury hears, and getting a close view of what’s involved in how it’s presented. Most importantly, you’re introduced to Mike Goggin and Gregg Owen, the two prosecutors who fought to have the case heard. Goggin and Owen had set a record for convictions that still stands. They refused to let the Messina and Moore murders break it.

Convergence is a historical snapshot of a time when Chicago was changing, and a timeless picture of how justice is sought and found.

Angela Zeng’s Journey: From Herbal Roots to Beverage Innovator

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About the Guest(s): Angela Zhao is the founder and visionary behind CarViva, an award-winning multifunctional beverage brand that merges modern nutritional science with Eastern wisdom. With a background as a Doctor, PhD, MBA, and a traditional Chinese medicine scholar, Angela combines generations of herbalist knowledge with her expertise as a food scientist. CarViva’s drinks are designed to transform hydration and recovery, catering to athletes and wellness enthusiasts alike. Her innovative approach has garnered recognition in major publications like Forbes, USA Today, Bloomberg, Yahoo Finance, and MarketWatch.

Episode Summary: Welcome to this enlightening episode of The Chris Voss Show, featuring Angela Zhao, the brilliant mind behind CarViva—a unique beverage brand that blends traditional Chinese medicine with modern nutrition. Angela shares her journey from medical research to entrepreneurship, crafting drinks that offer health benefits far beyond quenching thirst. Learn how her products incorporate powerful ingredients like goji berry and mung bean sprouts, designed to enhance digestion, immunity, and overall wellness. Join Chris and Angela as they delve into the intricacies of crafting beverages that are not only delicious but serve a functional purpose catering to diverse health needs such as immunity, sleep, and energy. Angela unveils the story behind CarViva’s name and its ethos of compassion and longevity, reflecting the brand’s dedication to holistic wellness. Discover how her passion for natural remedies and health innovation has driven CarViva to become a top-selling juice cleanse, winning accolades, including a Mid-America Emmy Award for a documentary on its creation.

Key Takeaways: Angela Zhao founded CarViva to blend traditional Chinese medicine with modern health needs through multifunctional beverages. CarViva addresses various health concerns like digestion, immunity, and energy, using potent natural ingredients like goji berries and sprouts. Angela’s background in medical research and family roots in herbalism inform CarViva’s unique approach to product formulation. CarViva has received global media attention and an Emmy Award for its health-focused innovations and inspiring origins. Entrepreneurship requires resilience and passion, and Angela’s story is a testament to overcoming challenges to create a transformative brand.

Notable Quotes: “I didn’t invent [CarViva]. I hear that I have these deep roots in traditional Chinese medicine, and for me, I feel like I’m just a vehicle to help spread this wisdom.” “Digestive health is the foundation of your health, and lots of the ancient remedies focus on that.” “People who become, like you, right, quit alcohol because you care about your own health.” “It really makes you self-actualized and, for a lot of people, self-accountable, because you have to carry the load.” “I’m just hoping more people can understand that lots of ancient recipes may not be suitable for modern lifestyle anymore.”

The Second Act Advantage: Monetize Your Wisdom, Master Longevity, and Build an Unforgettable Legacy by Jay Samit

https://www.amazon.com/Second-Act-Advantage-Longevity-Unforgettable/dp/1510786627

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Unleash Your Greatest Chapter Yet. Purpose, Prosperity, and Longevity Await

The Second Act Advantage shatters the outdated retirement myth and reveals how to turn your post-career years into your most productive, profitable, and purpose-filled decades. Perfect for fans of Outlive by Peter Attia and From Strength to Strength by Arthur Brooks, this revolutionary guide proves your best years aren’t behind you—they’re just beginning.

International bestselling author Jay Samit challenges everything you’ve been told about retirement and delivers the essential guide to thriving in life’s most rewarding stage. Drawing from cutting-edge science, inspiring real-life stories, and actionable strategies, this book flips the script on retirement and reinvention. While others settle for golf and grandkid visits, you’ll discover how artificial intelligence, social media platforms, and emerging technologies have created unprecedented opportunities for intellectual stimulation and entrepreneurial success after 50.

What you’ll learn: Master AI as your business partner: Use ChatGPT, automation tools, and smart home technology to launch profitable ventures with zero employees Monetize your lifetime of wisdom: Transform decades of experience into consulting empires, online courses, and social media influence that generates passive income Leverage the “senior startup advantage”: Discover why entrepreneurs over 50 are 3x more likely to succeed than twenty-somethings and how your networks become your net worth Build a global digital lifestyle: Use geoarbitrage and remote work technologies to live richly anywhere in the world while running your empire from a laptop

Drawing from stories of late-blooming entrepreneurs like Anne Beiler, who built Auntie Anne’s Pretzels empire at 65, and Dolly Parton, who launched her global Imagination Library at 50, Samit reveals why your extensive networks, financial stability, and hard-won expertise, coupled with new technologies and opportunities, create an unbeatable advantage. Technology hasn’t made you obsolete; it’s made you unstoppable. Your second act isn’t about managing decline; it’s about asking: What will the world gain because I finally had time to do it?

The Sea Slave: A True Story by Kyle J Matthews

https://www.amazon.com/Sea-Slave-True-Story/dp/B0DV1FHQWW

I was once told by a psychiatrist that I had to write down on paper all the things in my past that haunted me. Things that I thought were normal were acts that were inhumane and wrong. After I wrote everything I could think of, I kept going through my life. I have God in my life today. I give all of my thanks to his glory, to break through from the chains that were holding me in bondage.

The only way God will start forgiving me is if I start forgiving other people. But most of all, I must forgive myself.

As children, we all loved adventures growing up. The adventure, for me, started as a casual glance at the ocean and the fishing boats being prepared for their next adventure. That common experience became something that impacted my life in ways I never imagined.

This is a true story about me as a boy on an adventure that lasted thirty years on the sea.

I grew up with hard-knock old-school discipline and work ethics, as well as believing in God and his Son. All these teachings were needed to endure what was ahead, and many people lost their lives along the way. I cast myself into the industry of commercial fishing, where the laws are few except one: the captain’s law.

The worst of situations and conditions can tear a man to pieces, or it can be used to bring incredible goodness and new life.

This adventure brought a legend to the fishing industry scathing injury and death to talk about it.

Unshackling The Truth: Triumphant Over Injustice by Keith Tyrone Bush

https://www.amazon.com/Unshackling-Truth-Triumphant-Over-Injustice/dp/B0DD5QPHBX

This is a true story about a teenage boy victimized by the criminal justice system and made to suffer for over 44-years of his life for a crime he had literally nothing to do with. Moreover, the arresting detectives and prosecutor, to name a few, who took an oath to protect and uphold the law were some of the very same ones who hid information that would have proved his innocence. Instead, they threw him in a cage to die.

In one of America’s most shocking criminal justice exoneration cases in the country, for the first time, Keith Tyrone Bush gives his own account of his injustice and leaves us with the journey he travelled to make it back home. In this extraordinary empowerment endeavor, Keith beats the odds and proves the so-called experts wrong. Ultimately, Keith would unshackle the truth and triumphant over injustice!

Power of Attorney and Guardianship: A Guide For Families And Healthcare Personnel by Katie DeWerdt MS. CHES-r. LNHA

https://www.amazon.com/Power-Attorney-Guardianship-Healthcare-Personnel/dp/B0DMVJS8P3

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Navigating life’s challenges for loved ones can feel overwhelming, but Katie DeWerdt provides a guiding light. Drawing from her expertise in skilled nursing facilities, DeWerdt unravels the complexities of legal authority and compassionate caregiving. With clarity and empathy, she empowers families and caregivers to balance autonomy and advocacy, offering practical guidance to uphold dignity in times of uncertainty.

The Six Pillars Of Effective Leadership: A Roadmap to Success by Jim Carlough

https://www.amazon.com/Six-Pillars-Effective-Leadership-Roadmap/dp/B0DQWT93V7

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You don’t need a title to lead — you need the right foundation.

Do you ever feel unheard, overlooked, or unsure if people take you seriously? Do you struggle to stay confident when life feels overwhelming? Or wish you could inspire others without forcing them to listen?

You’re not alone. Many people doubt their ability to lead. But here’s the truth: leadership isn’t about titles, it’s about how you show up for others. And anyone can learn it. In The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership: A Roadmap to Success, Jim Carlough shares six simple, lifechanging qualities that will help you earn respect, stay calm under pressure, connect with people on a deeper level, and inspire trust wherever you go.

This book will teach you how to-Build trust through honesty and consistency. Stay strong and focused when life gets messy. Lead with empathy and compassion that people can feel. Create positive influence at work, at home, and in everyday life. If you’ve ever doubted yourself, felt invisible, or wished you could make a greater impact, this book is for you.

Leadership isn’t about being in charge, it’s about lifting people up. And with these six pillars, you’ll finally have the confidence and clarity to do it.

If you’re ready to be taken seriously and inspire lasting respect, this roadmap will show you how. Get your copy today and start leading with confidence and clarity.

About the author Jim Carlough is the kind of person who makes leadership feel simple, real, and even fun. With over 30 years of experience guiding people in business and life, he has a natural way of helping others see the best in themselves. Jim believes leaders aren’t born, they’re built through honesty, growth, and the small choices we make every day.

People enjoy learning from Jim because he’s easy to connect with. He tells stories that feel familiar, shares lessons that are practical, and always adds a touch of humor to keep things light. His goal is never to impress, it’s to inspire and to show people that leadership is possible for anyone, no matter where they start.

What makes Jim stand out is his genuine passion for people. He doesn’t just teach principles; he lives them. He cares about seeing others grow, succeed, and lead with confidence.

The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership captures Jim’s voice perfectly: clear, inspiring, and down-to-earth. Reading it feels less like flipping through a book and more like sitting down with a mentor who believes in you and knows how to bring out your best.

About the author Jim Carlough is the kind of person who makes leadership feel simple, real, and even fun. With over 30 years of experience guiding people in business and life, he has a natural way of helping others see the best in themselves. Jim believes leaders aren’t born, they’re built through honesty, growth, and the small choices we make every day.

People enjoy learning from Jim because he’s easy to connect with. He tells stories that feel familiar, shares lessons that are practical, and always adds a touch of humor to keep things light. His goal is never to impress, it’s to inspire and to show people that leadership is possible for anyone, no matter where they start.

What makes Jim stand out is his genuine passion for people. He doesn’t just teach principles; he lives them. He cares about seeing others grow, succeed, and lead with confidence.

The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership captures Jim’s voice perfectly: clear, inspiring, and down-to-earth. Reading it feels less like flipping through a book and more like sitting down with a mentor who believes in you and knows how to bring out your best.

Sugar Be Sugarin’: Your No-BS Guide to Taking Back Your Health by Erin M. Reardon MD

https://www.amazon.com/Sugar-Be-Sugarin-Taking-Health/dp/B0GGN61V3F

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Why You’re Tired, Stuck, and Struggling With Your Health (and What to Do About It) You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. And you’re definitely not just getting older.

What if the real problem isn’t willpower, calories, or time in the gym, but a metabolism that has quietly been pushed off track by sugar and modern food?

As an ER physician, Dr. Erin Reardon has treated the end stage of metabolic disease for decades. Diabetes. Heart disease. Fatty liver. Obesity. Hormonal dysfunction. Chronic fatigue. By the time people arrive in the emergency room, the damage is already done.

This book is about how to prevent all of it!

Metabolic disease does not begin with a diagnosis. It begins with symptoms we are taught to ignore.

Low energy. Brain fog. Weight gain. Cravings. Poor sleep. Blood sugar that creeps higher year after year.

In Sugar Be Sugaring, Dr. Erin explains how sugar disrupts metabolism, drives insulin resistance, and keeps people trapped in cycles of hunger, fatigue, and frustration. Not through trends or blame. Through biology.

This is not a short term diet book. This is about how to live a long, healthy life with less suffering!

You will not be asked to count calories, track macros, or punish your body. Instead, you will learn:

Why sugar behaves like an addictive substance

How metabolic dysfunction develops before disease

How food labels are designed to mislead you

Why exercise alone cannot fix a broken metabolism

A simple, science-based way to quiet cravings and stabilize blood sugar

Dr. Erin’s Jumpstart Method has helped thousands of people lose weight, regain energy, and improve metabolic health without extremes.

If you are tired of doing everything right and still feeling stuck, this book will change how you understand your body and your health.

The fix is not more discipline.

The fix begins with the food.

Claims-Made Insurance – the Policy That Changed the Industry: A Deep Dive, Review, and History by Frederick J Fisher

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D6Y98SHY

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Frederick J. Fisher’s “Claims-Made Insurance – The Policy That Changed The Industry” is an indispensable guide for insurance professionals navigating claims-made policies. This comprehensive book explores the evolution and critical aspects of these policies that have transformed the insurance landscape.

This book serves as a manual for industry professionals, brokers, underwriters, and claims adjusters, teaching them how to navigate and explain claims-made policies. It also empowers policyholders by clarifying their rights and responsibilities, helping them avoid coverage gaps and denial scenarios.

Fisher’s engaging writing style and authoritative knowledge make this book informative and accessible. It provides practical advice and best practices, fostering transparency and trust between insurers and insureds. As the industry faces challenges from private equity and market dynamics, this primer is a vital resource for anyone involved in professional liability insurance.

Whether you are a veteran or newcomer, “Claims-Made Insurance – The Policy That Changed The Industry” is your essential guide to mastering claims-made policies and ensuring robust coverage in a changing landscape.

“Frederick Fisher delivers an authoritative yet accessible guide to one of the most important types of insurance coverage. With clear explanations and practical tips, this book empowers readers to make informed decisions about liability insurance and avoid costly mistakes. A must-have for anyone seeking to understand and navigate the complexities of claims-made policies!” ~ Kevin Quinley CPCU, Principal of Quinley Risk Associates LLC

Everyday Genius: Hacks to Boost Your Memory, Focus, Problem-Solving, and Much More by Nelson Dellis

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https://www.amazon.com/Everyday-Genius-Hacks-Memory-Problem-Solving/dp/1419784811

What if genius isn’t something you’re born with―it’s something you build?

Everyday Genius, by six-time USA Memory Champion Nelson Dellis, upgrades your everyday life through practical skills, whether it’s memorizing names at a new job, doing lightning-fast mental math when it counts, honing decisive intuition, and beyond.

Written by Remember It! author Nelson Dellis and with a foreword by New York Times bestselling author Barbara Oakley, Everyday Genius teaches you the skills that make genius-level thinking accessible to anyone. Better memory. Sharper focus. Faster learning. Creative problem-solving. No natural talent required, just the right methods.

In 2009, after watching his grandmother struggle with Alzheimer’s, Nelson Dellis set out to strengthen his own mind. That mission led to six USA Memory Championships, two Guinness World Records, and a career dedicated to proving that anyone can develop genius-level cognitive abilities.

Everyday Genius teaches you to memorize names and faces instantly, speed-read with deep comprehension, calculate mentally with surprising accuracy, and focus intensely when it matters most. You’ll learn strategies for chess and strategic games, techniques for acing exams and public speaking, and methods for creative problem-solving that help you see connections others miss.

From mastering a Rubik’s Cube to holding complex ideas in your head, from reading a room to thinking on your feet―this book gives you the mental toolkit for a sharper, more engaged life. At a time when outsourcing our thinking has never been easier, Everyday Genius shows you how to reclaim and strengthen your most valuable asset: your brain.

You have far more potential than you realize―an inner genius waiting to be awakened. This book unlocks it.

Dellis breaks down complex mnemonic systems into digestible, actionable strategies. By following his lead, you will learn:

Memory Mastery Speed Reading Focus and Concentration Learning Mastery Mental Calculation Problem-Solving and Creativity Strategic Thinking Social Skills Mastery Beyond Genius

About the author Nelson Dellis is a 4x USA Memory Champion and one of the leading memory experts in the world, traveling around the world as a competitive Memory Athlete, Memory Consultant, Published Author and highly sought-after Keynote Speaker. As a Memory Champion, Mountaineer, and Alzheimer’s Disease Activist, he preaches a lifestyle that combines fitness, both mental and physical, with proper diet and social involvement.

Born with an average memory, Nelson was inspired by the passing of his grandmother from Alzheimer’s disease in 2009 to start training his memory so that he could keep his mind strong and healthy throughout his lifespan. In a short period of time, he transformed into one of the leading competitive memorizers in the world, claiming four U.S. titles along the way, the elite Grandmaster of Memory title, as well as a number of U.S. memory records for:

– Memorizing the most names in 15 minutes – 217 names

– Memorizing the most words in 15 minutes – 256 words

– Memorizing the most digits in 30 minutes – 907 digits

– Memorizing the most decks of playing cards in 30 minutes – 9.02 decks

– (former record) Memorizing the most digits in 5 minutes – 339 digits

– (former record) Memorizing a deck of cards in the fastest time – 40.65 seconds

Nelson is the Founder & CEO of Climb For Memory, a non-profit charity that aims to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s disease research through mountain climbs all around the world. Nelson has climbed numerous peaks around the world for this cause, including three times on Mt. Everest.

Nelson has been featured on FOX’s Superhumans, The TODAY Show, Fox and Friends, The Katie Couric Show, CNN.com, ABC Nightline, The Dr. Oz Show, The Science Channel, Nat Geo, SuperBrain China, among many other media outlets.

Grasp the Nettle: An appreciation of the Bold Life of Bishop Willim E. Swing by John Weiser

https://www.amazon.com/Grasp-Nettle-appreciation-Bishop-Willim-ebook/dp/B0C4QRBWZB

A appreciative description of key incidents in the professional life of piscopal Bishop William E. Swing

From A Dirt Road to the United State Supreme Court: 6 Stones for Goliath by Charles Arline Sr

https://www.amazon.com/Dirt-United-State-Supreme-Court/dp/1968519378

Embark on the true journey spanning seven decades as childhood sweethearts Charles and Gene build a life that leaves an indelible mark on those near them. The true basis of the box office hit, “Philadelphia.”Behind the ongoing legal fight against a discriminatory firing, is a heartwarming story that highlights the traditional values of family, love, community, and respect, all while providing aromatic memories of good old fashioned soul food.The pandemic hits hard, and Gene tragically passes away from a non-COVID-19 illness. During the funeral, Charles begins to relive their life of love, angst, and tragedy.The narrative then delves into the nine-year war that Charles and Gene fought against the school board, which resulted in six true to life court cases, ultimately fought on the battlefield of the U.S. Supreme Court.The story highlights how the State Health Department exposed Gene’s medical records to the public through local news outlets, a move that spurred Charles and Gene to stand up for their family and name. The precedent-setting Arline vs. Nassau County School Board of Education case resulted in a true-to-life 7-2 victory, including Judges Thurgood Marshall, Sandra Day O’Connor, William Rehnquist, and more.This landmark case not only broke down barriers for the disabled and disenfranchised citizens of the US but also crossed cultural boundaries. The novel provides a rare look at an African American couple, who were transported into a fight against the machine, where justice was the true issue, rather than politics, race, or religion.From A Dirt Road to the United State Supreme Court: 6 Stones for Goliath is a powerful narrative that weaves a vision of unity, highlighting the importance of fighting for justice and breaking down barriers, while reminding readers of the true values of love, family, and community

Karma in Effect by Richard Kennon

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https://www.amazon.com/Karma-Effect-Richard-Kennon/dp/B0G6HH7XVQ

Karma in Effect takes you on a journey from the decision by the Department of Defense to transition an Army Reserve chemical unit to a civil affairs company (provisional) in order to ease the stress of numerous deployments faced by civil affairs soldiers during the Global War on Terrorism. It begins with the selection of individuals to fill the necessary positions on the unit battle roster. From there, the soldiers must successfully complete the military occupational specialty civil affairs specialist transition course. The newly created 1411th Civil Affairs Company is then ordered to complete pre-deployment training at Fort Dix, New Jersey, prior to deploying to Kuwait. In Kuwait, the soldiers complete additional training while acclimating to the desert climate. The company then begins a twelve-month deployment to Iraq as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

This group of highly skilled citizen soldiers conducted civil-military operations in southern Iraq to improve security and stability in the region. The unit performed over three hundred combat missions in one of the most dangerous areas of Iraq without losing a single soldier. The author also explains the process of redeploying the unit from Iraq back to the United States and demobilizing the personnel in record time. The story does not end there; it also shares the difficulties some soldiers faced in transitioning back home after the war. The book tells of the bonds formed among soldiers on the battlefield. The characters’ stories include humor, courage, dedication, tragedy, camaraderie, and accomplishment.

Irenic Principle: Fiction: the Precursor of Fact by Alan Roderick-Jones

https://www.amazon.com/Irenic-Principle-Fiction-Precursor-Fact/dp/1962402053

Irenic Principal is not just a novel—it is an experience, a revelation, and a mirror held up to the fragile soul of humanity. Alan Roderick-Jones weaves a story that transcends the ordinary boundaries of science fiction and political thrillers, delivering a work as intimate as it is epic. The book dares us to believe that peace might not merely be an aspiration of humankind, but a fundamental law of the universe itself, waiting to be uncovered.

Through the brave character of Dr. Jessica Peake—brilliant, flawed, haunted yet unyielding—we are drawn into a narrative that is both breathtakingly human and cosmically vast. The novel moves with cinematic clarity, where every scene feels lit by both the harsh glare of conflict and the quiet glow of conscience. The imagery lingers long after the page is turned: Afghan mountains scarred by war, the cold intrigue of global power brokers, and the trembling beauty of a mother’s prayer for her child.

Roderick-Jones reminds us that science without conscience is peril, and conscience without courage is silence. This is a story that seduces the mind while breaking open the heart, urging us to consider what it truly means to live in alignment with the deeper forces of existence.

Irenic Principal is a rare kind of book—urgent yet timeless, daring yet gentle. It is a novel that belongs not just on the shelf, but in the reader’s very bloodstream. Read it, and you will not leave unchanged. — John Slowsky, Director • Visual Storyteller • Filmmaker

Freak Show Part 1: By Its Cover by Kristopher McClendon

https://www.amazon.com/Freak-Show-Part-Its-Cover/dp/1971180165

A magic circus by the name of The Shadow Carnival comes to the city of New Wayton and begins wreaking havoc on the city by kidnapping people and turning them into super-powered, crazy circus performers known as Freaks. Saved by a ghost, the responsibility of getting rid of The Shadow Carnival falls onto the shoulders of a high school student by the name of Peggie, but will it be enough?

Marna by Jason Hauger

https://www.amazon.com/Marna-Jason-Hauger/dp/B0GMVJG1T8

The end of summer has arrived. David, a lonely-hearted elementary-school student, is looking for a good friend. But when he stands up to his bully Gavin, David unknowingly discovers a beautiful, magical girl, Marna, as she unfurls her beautiful butterfly wings.

Marna and David soar through the air as they go on adventures, and David hopes Marna is here to stay. One day, however, Marna is discovered after she grows ill, and the doctors will not let her go. David must help save Marna and set her free, seeking help in the most unlikely source. In the end, will Marna stay, and David be able to let her go?

CultureWerk: The Twelve Pillars of Leadership Multiplication by Tom Kereszti

https://www.amazon.com/CultureWerk-Twelve-Pillars-Leadership-Multiplication/dp/166578833X

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What if you could build organizations that thrive without you? In CultureWerk, you’ll discover the 12 Cultural Pillars that transform exhausted executives into architects of self-sustaining success. These aren’t consultant theories-they’re hard-won lessons from Tom Kereszti’s journey through five continents, turning disasters into triumphs for companies like Colgate-Palmolive, Benckiser, and Strauss Group. You’ll learn the same frameworks that helped transform a money-bleeding Prague operation into a profit powerhouse. The partnership approach that outmaneuvered Sara Lee and Kraft in acquisition battles. The trust-building secrets Navy SEALs use to turn ordinary people into extraordinary teams. Why Disney-Pixar created billions while Daimler-Chrysler destroyed value-and how to ensure you’re on the right side of that equation. But here’s what matters most: you’ll finally understand why your best people leave (hint: it’s not the money), why your team waits for you to solve everything (you trained them to), and how to break the cycle that’s keeping you trapped. This book won’t just change how you lead-it will free you from the prison of being indispensable. You’ll build something more valuable than a successful business: a legacy that multiplies through others. Your future self-rested, strategic, and watching your organization thrive without your constant intervention-starts here. You’re the only one who can close the big deals and fix the real problems-that’s not leadership, that’s a life sentence. Discover the 12 pillars that transform organizations and executives into architects of self-sustaining cultures where leaders emerge naturally at every level. “CultureWerk is not another leadership book built on theory-it’s a masterclass forged in the real world. Tom Kereszti doesn’t just talk about culture; he shows you how to engineer it, protect it, and multiply it so your organization can thrive long after you step out of the room. What makes this book rare is its focus on leadership multiplication, not leadership dependency. Too many organizations rise only as high as their most visible leader.

CultureWerk teaches you how to embed leadership so deeply into your culture that your people grow, your teams self-correct, and your mission outlives any single personality. Through the Twelve Pillars, Tom delivers a practical, global, and deeply human blueprint for building teams that perform with excellence and sustain impact across generations. This is the kind of book that changes how you lead on Monday morning-not just how you think on Sunday night. If you are serious about building a culture that scales, lasts, and multiplies leaders at every level, CultureWerk is not optional-it’s essential.” – Chris Robinson USA Today Bestselling Author, From Drift to Drive Executive Vice President, Maxwell Leadership “Different companies, different industries, strategies, technologies, and products – peel it all back, and what ultimately seals a company’s success is its culture. This book focuses precisely on that – on what truly transforms organizations into lasting legacies. It brings together the vast experience, deep insights, and extensive knowledge that Tom – whom I’ve had the privilege of knowing since our days at Strauss – possesses.” – Erez Vigodman Co-Founder Terra-A AG, Former President & CEO of Teva Pharmaceuticals, ADAMA and Strauss Group. “I get asked to “endorse” a lot of books these days, and I always count it an honor. This book is quite different in the fact that I know the author personally and have had the privilege of seeing firsthand the fruit of his life up close. As a member of my church, Tom is a brilliant man, originally born in Hungary immigrated to the USA and this books carry’s a potent fusion of ‘old world’ Austro/Hungarian nobility, fused with ‘new world’ USA entrepreneurial pragmatism.

About the author Tom is an industry influencer and is a highly sought-after coach, speaker, educator, and mentor. Tom’s new book C-Suite and Beyond was just published by Harper Collins. His approach to leadership comes from a lifetime of international experience. He has built and led executive teams in Fortune 500 companies in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, and the United States. His accomplishments include establishing global alliances, acquiring companies, leading successful start-ups, and creating brands. Tom is a certified member of the John Maxwell group, a leadership training organization built to grow and equip others to do remarkable things and lead fulfilling lives. Tom’s servant leadership principles are time proven and founded on biblical principles. “Man of God, leader of men.” That vision statement has guided every life choice Tom has made since 1995. Tom is down to earth and able to strike a balance between business challenges and common-sense solutions. His motivational and engaging style will leave you with practical and applicable solutions that you can put into practice. He is passionate about mentoring and coaching executives. He will empower you, your team, and your company to succeed. Tom is also an international speaker.

Be There: My Lived Experience with My Sister’s Bipolar Disorder by Linsey Willis

https://www.amazon.com/Be-There-Experience-Sisters-Disorder/dp/1637559283

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Be There is a compelling, insightful, heart-wrenching, and sometimes hard-to-believe memoir about a younger sibling’s lived experience as a lifelong caregiver for her sister, Betsy. A brilliant, beautiful, creative, and funny Ivy League-educated woman, Betsy’s diagnosis of bipolar disorder in 1975 at age 21 altered a life that would have otherwise been productive and happy.

Anyone who has a family member, significant other, or friend suffering from bipolar illness can find confirmation that they did not cause, cannot control, or cure the illness, but they can cope (The Four Cs). This book offers the peace of mind and healing that come from understanding the illness.

There is a discussion, with scientific references, of the genetic link to mental illness and the many characteristics of bipolar disorder. Dr. Linsey Willis engages the reader through the sharing of photographs, historical documents, commentary about a state psychiatric hospital, Betsy’s graphic yet engaging, hopeful letters, and examples of her many disturbing bipolar behaviors and actions.

A Thousand Kisses: A Family’s Escape From the Nazis to a New Life by John W. Weiser

https://www.amazon.com/Thousand-Kisses-Familys-Escape-Nazis/dp/1978318073

Intimate and harrowing, this memoir of love, escape and redemption is a rich account of the Weiser family’s life and flight from Nazi Vienna to Hungary to Brazil and to the U.S. It will keep the reader glued to a narrative that skillfully recreates the palpable tension of multiple escapes. A Thousand Kisses is at once instructive about a family’s courage and determination to stay together and about the dangers of remaining silent while a government tightens immigration laws and promotes racial scapegoating.

Courage: The Power to Stand Out Without Fear by Pastor Brian T. Lees

https://www.amazon.com/Courage-Power-Stand-Without-Fear-ebook/dp/B0F4M36X34

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As long as there is good and evil in our world, we will always be at war. Christians should not be afraid to admit they follow God. They should take an active stance to share the Word and to encourage others to seek and find Jesus.

We gather our courage from a wide range of sources. Courage comes from within us. Courage is not the absence of fear, but the capacity to put one foot in front of the other and move forward. This book identifies courage we retain from past experiences. It encourages you to look back and learn from your accomplishments as well as your failures. Accomplishments enhance our confidence, and failures are learning lessons. Both contribute to the courage of moving forward.

In Matthew 19:26, Jesus said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” This book identifies real-world situations where Christians have overcome what seemed to be impossible. It includes examples of raw courage we use every day. Some are easy, where others require us to reach out for help. From teenagers saving a town from a flood to addicts stepping up to get free, it identifies the power of raw courage.

Courage enables us to do what is right at all costs. Biblical courage identifies Christians’ foundation to stand up and out. We should never be afraid to speak up, never hide our Christianity, and allow God’s grace to shine through us. For that to happen, we need to cling to our inner courage and never hesitate to use it.

BIG RED Kindle Edition by Matthew Gene Stephens

https://www.amazon.com/BIG-RED-Matthew-Gene-Stephens-ebook/dp/B0G39Z5YBQ

Big Red, whose given name is Horatio Coonrod, is a teenaged boy in September 1864, the waning months of the War Between the States, in this historical novel that combines fictional characters and actual historical events and persons. He lives in the Florida Panhandle, in Jackson County, just east of Marianna, the county seat, as does his betrothed, Sue McKinnie. The times are desperate for the Confederacy but more so for Jackson County and the surrounding area, with a large force of battle-hardened Union veterans converging on Marianna. The Southern town is defended only by a few Confederate regulars, walking wounded, and citizens who make up a Home Guard, ranging in age from thirteen years to seventy-eight-a force half the size of the Union cavalry. The battle goes badly for the Southerners. Red was wounded, captured, and taken to the war’s most infamous Union prisoner of war camp in Elmira, New York, but he is protected and guided by the hand of the Lord as he makes his way back to his home, family, and the only girl he’s ever loved. He must then engage again in deadly combat in an attempt to regain what has been forcibly taken from him.

Red is transformed by the devastating trials he endures on his 1,100-mile journey home. He realizes the unfortunate transformation he went through and his need to seek the redemptive grace the Lord makes available to those who seek it. Sue McKinnie also struggles during this time, not knowing whether her beloved is alive or not. She clings to hope when it seems there is none. Her trials are recounted, illustrating how the Lord buttresses her against utter hopelessness through her extremely strong and devout faith. Together, their story is a tale of hope, faith, and love triumphant.

Growing Your Nest Egg: A primer on investing for my grandchildren and other young adults by John W Weiser

https://www.amazon.com/Growing-Your-Nest-Egg-grandchildren/dp/1778836879

COVERING THE BASICS OF INVESTING, Growing Your Nest Egg offers tips and pointers to familiarize readers with the benefits of saving for retirement, especially through owning stocks and bonds. It provides the wisdom of expert Wall Street investors and shares the benefit of the author’s own experiences-and his infectious enthusiasm for seeking and finding sound investments.

Empowering Small Retailers: NRS Plus Revolutionizes Independent Store Success

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About the Guest(s): Elie Katz is the President and CEO of National Retail Solutions (NRS), a company dedicated to empowering independent convenience stores, liquor stores, tobacco shops, and gas stations across the U.S. With extensive experience as an executive in diverse industries, Ellie utilizes his strong leadership and organizational skills to drive NRS since its inception, under the subsidiary of IDT. NRS provides an advanced point of sale, network, and credit card processing ecosystem servicing over 35,000 retail locations. Elie Katz is also involved in managing real estate and food establishments, showcasing his deep understanding of business growth and investment.

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Chris Voss Show, Chris hosts Elie Katz, President and CEO of National Retail Solutions. Elie Katz’s journey in establishing NRS as a beacon for small retailers is explored in depth, alongside discussions on how NRS provides advanced solutions to help independent retailers compete effectively. From revolutionary point of sale systems to integrations with platforms like DoorDash and Uber Eats, Elie Katz outlines how his organization facilitates digital transformation for small businesses in an increasingly competitive market. Listeners are offered a firsthand understanding of how NRS’s tailored solutions are leveling the playing field for independent retailers across the United States.

Elie Katz elaborates on NRS’s latest initiatives, including the expansion of premium features and AI product recommendations that streamline operations and enhance consumer engagement. The discussion also dives into security innovations like the company’s patented panic alarm and strategies for digital transformation, which are not just theoretical but ingrained into the ethos at NRS. Elie Katz’s insights into focus and execution in leadership highlight pivotal lessons that are not only applicable to existing retailers but inspiring to aspiring entrepreneurs as well. Discover the evolving dynamics in retail and learn how to remain relevant and successful through adaptive strategies in this engaging episode.

Key Takeaways: NRS empowers over 35,000 independent retailers across the U.S. with state-of-the-art POS systems and service integrations. Elie Katz’s leadership philosophy emphasizes understanding pain points, focus, and execution to drive company growth and customer satisfaction. NRS’s AI product recommendations help retailers optimize inventory and pricing, vital in today’s economy. Partnerships with major companies like DoorDash and GrubHub expand customer reach for neighborhood retailers. Innovations like the panic alarm showcase NRS’s commitment to retailer security and business continuity.

Notable Quotes: “Small retailers have to stay in the game, especially in today’s economy.” “Focus and get it done. You can’t pay your bills with excuses.” “We’ve got to keep up with the AI transformation, or you risk being left behind.” “Digital transformation isn’t just necessary—it’s vital for survival in today’s competitive market landscape.” “Every feature we add aims at one goal: helping small businesses become more efficient.”

A Hundred Honeymoons: A Novel by J.S. Wilson

https://www.amazon.com/Hundred-Honeymoons-Novel-J-S-Wilson/dp/1664134204

Women are predators too, only the prey is different? – A.J. Strindberg A Hundred Honeymoons? storyline develops like a carnally driven small town soap opera revolving around two innocent teenagers, Todd and Sally. Drenched in hormonal confusion, Todd?s teenage adventures offer a good number of relatable moments for the reader to quip, ?Yeah, I remember feeling like that.? While Sally?s journey takes her from naive cheerleader to a mature woman. Exploitive and corrupt characters woven throughout, it is a story premeditated with carnal adventures, broken hearts, and true love. Can these infatuated, yet durable teenagers, survive and prove, love does conquer all?