Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Goodnight Darkness, Hello Moon
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Prodigal: Home is Colorblind
Prodigal: Home is Colorblind
A Christian Drama. Ethan, a white teenager growing up in a black home and
journey to find his place in the world. His father has always had trouble showing
his love for Ethan and this only makes things worse. While he has a very special
relationship with his adoptive sister, he feels profoundly lost and out of place, so
he steals money from the church and from his father, then heads out on the road to
find his birth parents. But the further he strays from home, the more he begins to
lose his faith in God and his moral compass, until he is saved and brought back to
the church in the most unexpected of ways.
Meanwhile, a parallel narrative is unfolding fifteen years in the future as a very
different Ethan is locked in a power struggle with his cunning rival over who will
guide the future of the same church he had strayed from as a kid. Still an outsider
to some, but now with an unmistakable commitment to God and to his community,
Ethan Must revisit the lessons he learned as a teenager to bring his community and
his church back together.
Sunday, October 27, 2024
Taking Control of Your Emotional Intelligence: 8 Simple Steps to an Incredible Personal Transformation and Daily Happiness
Taking Control of Your Emotional Intelligence:
8 Simple Steps to an Incredible Personal Transformation and Daily Happiness
Are you feeling as though your emotions control you, instead of you having control over your emotions? Do you allow stress to consume your life? Do you allow people to hinder your happiness? You have come to the right place!
Unlock the power of your emotions and transform your life with Taking Control of Your
Emotional Intelligence; 8 Simple Steps to an Incredible Personal Transformation and Daily Happiness. This insightful guide reveals how mastering emotional intelligence (EQ) can lead to personal and professional success, better relationships, and a deeper understanding of yourself and others.
In this practical and engaging book, you'll discover:
• Self-Awareness: Learn how to tune into your emotions and gain valuable insights
into your emotional triggers and responses.
• Self-Regulation: Develop strategies to manage and channel your emotions
effectively, staying calm and making thoughtful decisions.
• Motivation: Harness the power of your emotions to achieve your goals and
maintain a positive outlook, even in the face of challenges.
• Empathy: Enhance your ability to understand and connect with others, improving
communication and strengthening relationships.
• Social Skills: Master the art of effective interaction, from conflict resolution to
teamwork, and create a collaborative and supportive environment.
Through actionable strategies, real-life examples, and self-assessment tools, Taking
Control of Your Emotional Intelligence provides a roadmap for ongoing personal growth and emotional mastery. Whether you’re looking to boost your career, improve your relationships, or simply live a more balanced life, this book is your essential guide to achieving emotional success.
Take the first step towards a more fulfilling and emotionally intelligent life—discover how to take control of your emotions and transform your world today.
Friday, October 25, 2024
The Importance of Starting Christmas Book Promotion Early: A Strategic Guide for Authors
The Importance of Starting Christmas Book Promotion Early: A Strategic Guide for Authors
As the holiday season approaches, many authors may feel the pressure to promote their books to capitalize on the gift-giving frenzy. Christmas presents the perfect opportunity for book lovers and gift buyers to discover new titles, whether they're shopping for friends, family, or themselves. However, like many things in life, timing is everything. Starting your Christmas book promotion early can make all the difference between a successful holiday season and one that misses its mark. Here's why you should begin your festive marketing efforts well in advance:
1. Beat the Holiday Noise
The Christmas season is notoriously busy in the marketing world. Every brand, author, and creator is competing for attention. Starting early gives your book a chance to be seen before the onslaught of holiday advertisements fills everyone's inbox and social feeds. By the time the holiday rush is in full swing, potential buyers may already have your book in mind because you've been quietly (but consistently) promoting it for weeks.
2. Build Momentum with Time
Promoting a book isn't just about slapping a discount on it and sending out a single email. It takes time to build momentum. Early promotions allow you to create a strategy that unfolds over several weeks. You can introduce teasers, sneak peeks, special holiday editions, or bundled offers to keep interest growing. Slow and steady marketing helps your book stay top of mind as Christmas approaches, giving it the best chance to become a sought-after gift.
3. More Time for Book Reviews and Word of Mouth
If you start your Christmas promotions early, you give readers the chance to discover, read, and review your book before the season is in full swing. Positive reviews and word-of-mouth recommendations can be your best marketing tools, but they take time to build. Reaching out to book bloggers, influencers, and early readers in October or November ensures that your book will have reviews circulating by the time shoppers start making their lists.
4. Leverage Special Holiday Offers
Holiday marketing often includes special deals like discounts, limited-time offers, or exclusive content. Starting early allows you to plan and spread these promotions out to create sustained interest in your book. Rather than running one last-minute holiday sale, you can entice readers with pre-Christmas offers like Black Friday or Cyber Monday deals, as well as more niche promotions like "12 Days of Christmas" bundles.
5. Create Buzz with Holiday-Themed Content
When you start your promotion early, you have more time to engage readers with holiday-themed content. Whether it's a festive short story based on your book, a holiday reading guide, or a giveaway that ties into the Christmas spirit, early promotions give you time to create content that connects with the season. You can also align your social media campaigns, blogs, and email newsletters with the holiday vibe to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for your audience.
6. Take Advantage of Media and Press Opportunities
Journalists and media outlets start looking for holiday-related content and recommendations as early as September and October. If you want your book featured in holiday gift guides, interviews, or podcasts, you need to get your pitches out early. By getting ahead of the game, you increase the chances of your book being highlighted in these valuable spots, reaching readers who may not have discovered it otherwise.
7. Give Yourself Time to Plan and Adjust
Promoting a book during the holidays can be overwhelming, especially if you're juggling other responsibilities like writing your next project. Starting early gives you the time and flexibility to plan your campaigns, test different strategies, and adjust as needed. You won't feel the same pressure to rush through everything, and your promotions will likely be more effective as a result.
8. Extend the Shopping Season
Not everyone waits until Christmas Eve to buy gifts (though some do). Many people start shopping for the holidays as early as October. Early promotion means your book will be visible to these early-bird shoppers, who often appreciate getting their holiday lists checked off in advance. By starting early, you're effectively extending the holiday shopping season for your book and increasing its chances of being purchased.
9. Stay Ahead of Shipping Delays
With the rise of online shopping, shipping delays during the holiday season have become a common problem. Starting your promotion early encourages readers to purchase your book before the shipping window gets tight. This is especially important if you're offering signed copies or special editions that may take longer to fulfill.
10. Less Stress for You
Finally, starting early means less stress for you as an author. By spacing out your promotions and marketing efforts, you can avoid the last-minute scramble that often accompanies holiday sales. You'll have time to refine your messaging, test different ads, and ensure that everything is running smoothly without the pressure of a looming deadline.
Conclusion: Don't Wait, Start Today
The holiday season is a golden opportunity for authors to showcase their books, but only if you're prepared. By starting your Christmas book promotion early, you'll avoid the chaos of the holiday rush, build meaningful engagement with your audience, and give your book the best chance to become a Christmas bestseller. So don’t wait—start planning your promotions today and set yourself up for a successful holiday season!
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Holistic Retirement Planning: Being Intentional with Heart, Mind, and Money at Any Ag
Being Intentional with Heart, Mind, and Money at Any Age
Rethink Your Retirement Planning! So few of us are well-versed in personal finance or the services (and costs) associated with financial advisors. When it comes to managing our money, we're limited not only by our knowledge but also by our own minds. Emotions, blind spots, and biases can all cause poor decision-making. While most retirement planning books ignore this truth—Holistic Retirement Planning shows us why it's best to address the heart and mind before considering personal finance. Such matters, including goals, values, and purpose, should be the focal point of any retirement plan. After a challenging divorce, award-winning author Dr. Ron Missun took his decades-long experience in statistical analysis and applied it to a reworking of his goals, purpose, and retirement plan. The end result is this book, in which you'll learn to: * Examine values and goals. * Create a retirement budget. * Efficiently withdraw from assets. Wherever you are in your journey, it's imperative to consider investing now. Holistic Retirement Planning shows you how to start—and succeed—with your heart and mind in alignment.
Monday, October 14, 2024
The House on Route 10
The House on Route 10
The only thing twenty six year old Dayton August loves more than being C.E.O. of the software company he co-founded right out of college, is enjoying the fruits of his labor. From his limited edition Mustang, tailored suits, luxury watches, top shelf dining and weekend getaways with beautiful girls, to his luxury condo on the north side of Chicago, he's living the life he'd always wanted.
But with the sudden death of his maternal grandfather, he unexpectedly finds himself in possession of a quaint Indiana farmhouse on the outskirts of nowhere; complete with barn, two dogs and a broken down '49 Harley. That ridiculous state of affairs should have ended with a quick yard sale and a real estate listing; but his unanticipated fascination with his childhood memories in that place, and the pretty, unassuming small town girl who has captivated him, forces Dayton to determine what is really most important in life . . . and whether or not he's willing to pay the price to obtain it.
Friday, October 11, 2024
Becky and Jacob
Becky and Jacob
A weathered oak. A whispered secret. A chance to rewrite history. When a raging thunderstorm drives Becky and Jacob to their usual hiding spot, they never expect to find themselves hurtled back to 1969. Now, surrounded by tie-dye, peace signs, and the pulsating rhythm of a generation on the brink of change, they have the chance to alter a pivotal moment in their grandfather's past - his missed opportunity to experience Woodstock. But as they navigate a world of love beads and soulful melodies, they soon
realize that tampering with time has unforeseen consequences. Will their quest to fix the past lead them down an irreversible path?
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Thursday, October 10, 2024
The Art Of Moving On: Thriving Before & After Divorce
The Art Of Moving On:
Thriving Before & After Divorce
What if thriving after divorce was the beginning of your best life? In Moving On: Thriving Before & After Divorce, you’ll find the tools to transform your pain into power. This book isn’t just about getting through; it’s about stepping forward into something better. Tailored for divorced women, single parents, and those facing life’s toughest transitions, it offers practical strategies that truly work.
You’ll learn simple yet powerful techniques, like "letting go" meditations, to release the past and move forward with grace. Did you know most people take two years to emotionally recover from divorce? You don’t have to wait that long. By focusing on reclaiming your identity and celebrating small wins, you can take control of your future, starting now.
Think of this process like rebuilding a house—clearing out the emotional clutter, laying a new foundation, and trusting that what you’re building will be stronger than before. Whether you're navigating co-parenting or rediscovering yourself, this book gives you the tools to make that happen.
If you're ready to thrive beyond divorce, the first step starts here. Why not take it?
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Hell Bringeth A Woman Scorned
Hell Bringeth A Woman Scorned
In a battle where the lines between good and evil blur, "Hell Bringeth A Woman Scorned" will grip your soul and challenge everything you believe about morality.
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In a world of good versus evil, one woman stands in the middle of an ancient battle. From the moment Danielle was born amidst dark, stormy weather to her turbulent childhood in a broken home, her life has been anything but ordinary. Raised in an abusive and controlling environment, Danielle finds solace in her love of animals and her faith. However, as she grows older, Danielle discovers a power within herself that can defy the very bounds of good and evil.
Hell Bringeth A Woman Scorned tells the compelling story of Danielle's journey through a life filled with trials and tribulations. Facing fits of violence from an abusive father and stepfather, and further manipulation at the hands of a preacher who broke her trust, Danielle's darkest moments reveal her true nature as the Antichrist.
This gripping novel explores themes of identity, redemption, and the blurred lines between good and evil. With an intense narrative and complex characters, "Hell Bringeth A Woman Scorned" will challenge your perceptions of morality and highlight the power of compassion and empathy.
In a world where the lines between hero and villain are blurred, will Danielle succumb to darkness or rise above it? Dive into this excellent novel and prepare to question everything you thought you knew about good and evil.
Why You Should Buy This Book:
Intense Narrative: Experience a story that keeps you on the edge of your seat.
Complex Characters: Engage with deeply developed characters that will challenge your views on morality.
Thought-Provoking Themes: Explore themes of identity, redemption, and the nature of good and evil.
Emotional Depth: Witness Danielle’s journey through pain, betrayal, and the discovery of her true self.
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Tuesday, October 8, 2024
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Monday, October 7, 2024
Wrong All Along: Revelation Revisited
Wrong All Along: Revelation Revisited
Wrong All Along: Revelation Revisited – Unlocking Biblical Prophecies through modern-day intellectualism.
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Are you ready to challenge your understanding of one of the Bible's most cryptic and profound books? In Wrong All Along: Revelation Revisited, Alex DeLaGarza takes you on an eye-opening journey through the mysteries of the Book of Revelation. What began as a simple question during a Sunday night Bible study turned into a fifteen-month deep dive, confronting long-held beliefs and conventional interpretations. This book stands apart by breaking away from traditional commentaries, offering a Scripture-only approach to decoding the intricate prophecies and symbolism of Revelation chapters.
Unlike other books on the subject, Wrong All Along: Revelation Revisited taps into the divine truths revealed through the Holy Spirit, relying on the Bible as its sole interpretive guide. With added insights from the Book of Daniel, Alex presents a fresh perspective that cuts through doctrinal bias, revealing the deeper meanings behind Revelation's often perplexing passages.
This book is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of biblical prophecy. Whether you're new to studying Revelation or have spent years poring over its verses, Alex’s candid approach invites you to set aside preconceived notions and approach the Bible with renewed curiosity. You'll uncover insights that may challenge your previous teachings, ultimately leading you to a richer, more enlightened view of God's word.
If you're seeking clarity amidst the complexity of Revelation’s prophecies, this book will help you unlock truths that may have eluded you in the past. Perfect for personal study or as part of a Bible study group, *Wrong All Along* will encourage you to dig deeper into Scripture, question your beliefs, and engage with the Bible in a meaningful and transformative way. Let this book be your guide to unraveling the divine mysteries that lie within Revelation.
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Sunday, October 6, 2024
Conquer Emotional Eating: Transform Your Relationship with Food: Effective Solutions for Emotional Eating
Conquer Emotional Eating:
Transform Your Relationship with Food:
Effective Solutions for Emotional Eating
Conquer Emotional Eating: Transform Your Relationship with Food provides practical, evidence-based strategies to help you overcome emotional eating and develop a healthier relationship with food. This transformative guide delves into the emotional triggers behind overeating, offering seven science-backed coping strategies to manage cravings and stress without guilt. Learn how to distinguish between true hunger and emotional cravings, practice mindfulness, and build body acceptance through practical exercises.
With real-life recovery stories and techniques to build sustainable eating habits, this book focuses on long-term solutions rather than quick fixes or restrictive diets. The companion workbook enhances your journey by offering hands-on tools to apply the lessons to your own life. Whether you’ve struggled for years or are just beginning, this guide provides the support and knowledge to help you create lasting change. Ready to break free from emotional eating?
Saturday, October 5, 2024
The Collective: From the Minds of Black Authors
The Collective:
From the Minds of Black Authors
A city under siege by invisible killers turns to a team of heroes for salvation. A father, accused and desperate, will risk everything to uncover the truth and save his daughter. A retired Navy SEAL is drawn back into a web of corruption, where his fight for justice becomes deeply personal. In a world of dark magic, a private investigator must outwit and old flame and a new enemy. A retrieval consultant, caught in a deadly game, must untangle a web of secrets that could get him killed. Five heroes. Five stories. One relentless pursuit of justice. Welcome to The Collective.
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Friday, October 4, 2024
Mindfulness Exercises for the Shower : Book 1:Begin or Deepen Your Mindfulness Practice With the Magical Element of Water
Mindfulness Exercises for the Shower :
Book 1:Begin or Deepen Your Mindfulness Practice With the Magical Element of Water
"Mindfulness Exercises for the Shower" is a series of guidebooks by Jenny Garufi that delves into the transformative power of mindfulness within the everyday setting of your shower routine. With a focus on gratitude, the healing properties of water, and empowerment techniques, these books offer a unique and accessible way to weave mindfulness into your daily life. Each chapter provides a range of exercises designed to enhance self-awareness, promote relaxation, and deepen your connection to yourself. These books offer an innovative, easy-to-adopt practice. These easy exercises invite in healing and wellness, empowerment and sense of peace.
Everyone has time in the shower. Even a busy mother is usually granted some shower time for herself. This time is usually spent half conscious, running a to do list, or worrying about the day ahead. This is valuable time with the healing element of water. Spend 5 minutes a day for these 21 days of exercises and you WILL feel a significant difference, Book 1 introduces the basics of mindfulness practice, making it a great starting point for those new to mindfulness or meditation. It is also helpful for those who already practice mindfulness but want to explore new exercises. This book holds 21 exercises, with a short paragraph or two before as an introduction. It is said it takes 21 days to form a new habit. Using this book will invite in a deep sense of peace. It will also enable you to begin the habit of inviting mindfulness in, not only in the shower but incorporating some of the exercises throughout your day. The other 2 books in the series will be published a few months apart. They will also include 21 days of exercises each. Book 2 delves deeper into energy, the physical body, breath-work, and the senses, offering more advanced practices.Thoughts on my Thoughts IV: The TALES That Wagged This Veterinarian
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