When it comes to the ‘craft’ of writing, author Natascha Biebow is someone you need to follow. Not only has she had success with her own works, but she dedicates her days (and more) to helping others realize their dreams of authorship. A little about Natascha: Her favorite crayon color is periwinkle blue because it […]
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Author Q&A with Valerie Brooks
Many authors are teachers. They have an inherent love for learning and sharing this passion with their students. But Oregon-based author Valerie Brooks is not only an author but owns a business that teaches aspiring authors how to break through doubt, live a creative life and write their bestseller. If you’re an aspiring or seasoned […]
Author Q&A with Merril Hoge
Those that know me, know that I’m from Pittsburgh. Those that know me, and my family, know what huge Pittsburgh Steelers fans we are. So, you can imagine my unbridled enthusiasm when Merril Hoge, former running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Chicago Bears, agreed to be interviewed for Books Uplift. Despite his stellar record […]
The Gift of Books: Danielle MacDonald, James Patterson and Scholastic Promote Literacy and Learning
Books! What an amazing gift. Not only from one of the world’s best-selling authors, but from a dedicated teacher in Tewksbury, Massachusetts. Danielle MacDonald has been a teacher for 20 years, inspiring children from kindergarten to fifth grade and those with special needs to embrace the love of learning. She’s not only a gifted educator […]
Seek to Be Wise: Finding Extraordinary Wisdom in Everyday Life
I love a book that reminds us of what we already know in our heart but delivers these gentle reminders in a way that is so profoundly different that it’s fresh and new. Seek to Be Wise by Chess Britt is one of those books. It’s a success book, in my purview, and though its […]
Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters
It isn’t hard to find a book written by successful entrepreneurs who share their stories of success and the principles anyone can follow to achieve their dreams. But it is incredibly hard to find a book that gives you the full picture of how they did it from day one, along with all the nitty […]
Author Insights On Why Being Nice Doesn’t Always Cut It
I like nice people. I know you do, too. Hey, to be honest we’re just a couple of nice folks moving through each day the best that we know how. While this is certainly nice, it doesn’t always cut it if we want to achieve big goals. Yes, there is no time like the present to […]
Yes is More: Tangible and Timeless Ways to Differentiate Yourself from Your Competitors
Every business owner and sales executive is looking for new ways to differentiate themselves and drive profit. Office supply mogul, Howard L. Brown outlines the just how to do this in his book Yes is More. This principle, on which he’s built his empire, is a simple one—saying “yes” and finding a way to fulfill […]
Chillpreneur: The New Rules for Creating Success, Freedom and Abundance on Your Terms
Smart money management is difficult when you have emotional ties to it. And whether you realize it or not, you probably do. This stems from how you were raised, your experiences with money and how you view it regarding your financial goals and personal security. While this is normal, emotions can sometimes cloud smart decision […]
Is a Creative Career Calling You?
John always had a passion for books and art, but thanks to his parents was encouraged to get his business degree and become a banker like his father. Though John is doing well financially, and he’s provided his family with benefits and the security of a solid savings account, John feels little joy in his […]