Do you believe other worlds are out there? Perhaps inhabited by aliens, mystical creatures, angels, or anything else beyond one’s wildest imagination? I sometimes feel that there’s another world much closer to us than a distant galaxy. Sometimes an odd feeling like being tapped on the shoulder or talked to in a dream is more […]
Archive | November, 2024
Advice From Pros: Laura Yorke
Laura Yorke is a veteran book editor, publisher, literary agent, and writer who has worked in the publishing industry for over 30 years. A native New Yorker, she began her career as an editor for Simon & Schuster, then moved on to G.P. Putnam, where she founded one of the most celebrated novelists Jodi Picoult. From […]
A Return to Radiance: The POWER Method to Ignite Your Soul and Unleash Your Potential
Author Becca Powers had hit rock bottom. She’d decided she’d had enough when on her knees, alone in the bathroom. All her “power” had been drained by work, family, and personal and professional obligations. She was tapped dry. There, she realized her calling: to return to radiance and follow her dreams. That life-changing journey transformed […]
Estrellas: Moments of Illumination Along El Camino De Santiago ~ a Memoir
When author Suzanne Maggio chose to walk the 500-mile El Camino de Santiago, a surprising experience awaited her. The story begins with her “why” and swiftly moves to her first night in Spain, where she finds herself dining alone, wondering if she’ll survive this independent month-long excursion. Her doubts blossom, but then she crosses paths […]
How to Avoid an Inflated Author Ego
It can happen to the best of us. Fame, fortune, and followers bloom, boosting confidence to unimaginable heights. But most people have folks in their corner to help keep egos in check. Family, friends, colleagues, kids, or, yes, a setback or negative comment may gently or harshly rebalance the scales. Authors understand this well; if […]
The Intuition Bible: How and Why to Tap into Your Inner Wisdom
I love it when a book makes you think. Happy Ali’s book provokes contemplation and stays with you long after you’ve finished reading it. I wake up and revisit my dreams and former day’s experiences, looking for signs, lessons, and wisdom I don’t want to miss. The idea of inner wisdom isn’t new to me. […]
Books and Bribes
Lovers of the paranormal mystery will enjoy this first installment in the Bookstore Cozy Mystery Series by Lucinda Race. The central character, Lily Michaels, is a secret-keeping bookseller in the small town of Pembroke Cove, Maine. But when she discovers she’s a witch, everything changes. She can communicate with her cat, Milo, and her “friendship” […]
Read for Ronald McDonald House Charities
Imagine if your hobby supported a charity. Opportunities to contribute through childcare, coaching, gardening, cooking, and other leisure activities have significantly improved non-profits’ bottom lines. But reading? Yup. Thanks to The Ronald McDonald House® Charities, reading for contributions is the latest trend hitting schools in the Capital Region of Albany, New York. This fall, they’re […]
Author Q&A With Michelle M. Pillow
Michelle M. Pillow, a NY Times and USA Today bestselling author, is known for her paranormal and sci-fi romance novels. With over 100 titles, including series such as Merely Mortal, Order of Magic, Warlocks MacGregor, and Dragon Lords, Michelle has captivated readers with her intricate world-building and immersive storytelling. A passionate advocate for the power […]
Always Think of Me
By Kimberly Monaghan on November 1, 2024 in Books 4 Fun, Books 4 Love, Books Uplift, Uplifting Books
Author Lori Keesey’s story is a heartwarming tale about two souls destined to be together but held apart by fate. When T.C. reconnects with Ginny, the woman he loves, their lives have drastically changed. They are thrust together at a critical hour, and despite the hope-filled outcome, their choices sacrifice their future. I realize this […]