Fantasy, mysticism, spirituality, and world building are just a few of the ingredients in this third installment of this series by USA Today Bestselling author L. R. W. Lee. Fallen angel Gladriel is fighting ruthlessly to stop the world-ending prophecy. Vowing to protect humans from destruction, she, and her fellow castoffs, find it harder and […]
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Advice From Pros: Patricia J. Rullo
Patricia (Pat) J. Rullo is an author, national radio talk show host, and sought-after speaker. In 2012, Pat teamed up with Salem Media Group to produce a radio talk show based on her book Speak Up and Stay Alive, the patient advocate hospital survival guide. The radio program was the first nationally syndicated show to address […]
Zephyr’s War
This novella is set amid the high-octane advertising industry. When Steve and Nancy Stackhouse, owners of Crocker and Stackhouse consultancy on Madison Avenue, take on a wealthy client, they believe their financial worries will be over. And their new client, Ukrainian businessman Zep Zephyr hopes the agency will give him a strong foothold on Wall […]
Song of the Samurai
You may be surprised to know that I am a fan of historical books set in Asia. Song of the Samurai by C.A. Parker is one that complements my affinity for the genre. This book is set in 1745 Japan, when rule by Shoguns was the fabric of the order. A musician, Samurai, and monk […]
6 Picks: Books to Inspire Your Creative Pursuits
Fall is here. Winter is coming. Which makes this the perfect season to stock up on arts and craft supplies and especially, wonderfully clever books filled with inspiration. Every age enjoys crafting now and again—drawing, painting, scrapbooking, coloring, origami—you name it. And there is literally a book for every creative interest. To help get the […]
More Proof Creativity is Good for Your Body, Mind, and Spirit:
No one outgrows their love of fun—at least, I sure hope not. So, why not embrace it? Time for creative expression vastly improves one’s health. You don’t need to spend your time producing a work of art, rather, a leisurely fifteen minutes or so with Crayola and a coloring page is enough to provide a […]
Stories Sell: Storyworthy Strategies to Grow Your Business and Brand
Hands-down this is a must-read book if you are an entrepreneur, speaker, a sales and marketing professional, or anyone who wants to build their brand. It’s clear author Matthew Dicks is passionate about his argument, and just a few pages in you will have that ‘aha’ moment when you realize why. Stories do sell. No […]
Mom’s Eat First: 5 Principles to Prioritize Yourself and Create the Change You Crave
If you’re a caregiver, this is your survival handbook. Written by a single mom, who’s faced her share of tragedies and setbacks, it’s not only an inspirational read, but a how-to manual for reprioritizing what matters most. Kathy Sullivan is a board-certified coach and PROSCI Certified Change Management Practitioner. She’s banked a successful climb up […]
Advice From Pros: Mary Gielow
Mary Gielow boasts quite an impressive resume. In the interest of space, I’ll pair her incredible feats down to a few, starting with her founding Luminaries—the author escort company in Milwaukee and Madison, Wisconsin. Since 1989 Luminaries has proudly offered what is widely considered one of the most experienced, reliable, and professional authors escorting companies […]
Nowhere Like Home
This is a fascinating thriller with twist upon twist. It’s set in a private community for women where they work together to share the burden of motherhood while caring for one another and their precious children. Some have arrived at this off-the-grid respite to rid themselves of their past. Others to escape a harsh reality—an […]