Herded by Miracles: An only child, a burden to her single mother and born in South Africa in the middle of a war, the author had to discern life's purpose by living it. She rides through the widest emotional landscapes of contrast: the Apartheid conflict between black and white, between Boer and British, and the disconnect between African and European cultures, the generosity of strangers, the betrayal of friends, and rejection by family.
Through all these mirrors, the patchwork pilgrimage is towards the transcendent lovingness of Creation. We all have a lamp to trim for the coming of our bridegroom. This harrowing but often humorous chronicle (God tells good stories with both wit and parody) is one such Trimming. Its natural mysticism emerges like smoke from damp leaves.
Only the inspiration of George Eliot and her nostalgic portraits of England's ancient antiquity and its unsung heroes kept her company, affirmed her independence of mind, and fostered a new Book of Revelations
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Mike
F
Elliott
speaking about “Escaping Limbo”
ESCAPING LIMBO is a 71,000 coming-of-age story set in St. Paul MN during the turbulent 1960's. Two young Catholic teenage boys, Francis Paulson (narrator) and his unsteady friend Izzy, experience the big issues of the times first-hand, 3 assassinations, Vietnam War, Apollo Moon Race, British Music Invasion, Race Riots, Counter Culture Movement & Mohammad Ali Arrest, all while struggling with the fierce morality pushed on them by their families, church and Catholic School.
Francis' family also struggles trying to keep their 2nd generation candy factory going after tragedies and losses in their family.
The boy's relationship is also threatened when Izzy's arch-enemy, Suck-Up Sue, a cute rambunctious girl, sets her sights on Francis.
Francis continues his attempts to help Izzy recover from the death of his older brother and protect Izzy from his abusive old man by trying to earn funds for a secret and taboo dangerous summer canoe trip with the belief it will help Izzy heal and Francis face his own doubts about his strict upbringing.
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J.D.
Mitschke
speaking about “Modern-Day Liberalism”
A Brief Synopsis:
Did you know?
● It is Emotion that drives all behaviors and actions of each and every individual!
● The Emotions that drive each individual’s every behavior and action originate from an
inborn instinctual foundation of only FIVE primary Emotions!
● When an individual is subject to emotional repressions or a person has learned faulty beliefs about the emotions and as a result thereof exhibits incongruent behavior which now originates from a foundation of distorted emotional attitudes—then, the results of one’s behaviors and actions may prove to be off-target of the expected or desired outcome, and further, prove to be disastrous to both oneself and others!
● By and large—in varying degrees—all humanity may be out of sync regarding natural rhythmic emotional behavior and expression!
● Emotional repressions and disharmonies form the behavioral foundation of the Modern-Day
Liberal!
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Lisa
Marie
Shankles
speaking about “Sophia's Lovers”
A dystopian SciFi novel set in the future where humanoid androids control society. They have forced human beings into servitude, in order to learn about human emotions and relationships. They have created a dating service called Sophia's Lovers that matches humans up with robot counterparts creating mandatory marriages between humans and robots. The humans seek to fight this dictatorship and some robots feel the same way.
Sophia's Loversis part I of a book about AI in the 22nd Century where Androids run society and humans are carefully bred to serve the Androids by teaching them about human emotions and mandating android-human marriages via a government agency called Sophia's Lovers. Part II is an AI-generated book called ROBO-HUMAN DATING FOR DUMMIES. *Note: Part II is fully authorized by Sophia and Hel and shall prepare humans for Robo-Human Dating both now and in the future.
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Peter
Ticktin
speaking about “What Makes Trump Tick”
Author Peter Ticktin was Donald Trump's former platoon sergeant at New York Military Academy when they were both 18 and to this day, they have remained lifelong friends and Trump occasionally as his lawyer.
Peter outlines in this book why he always has and always will stand behind Trump, who is today President-elect of the United States, which will be his second term in this high office.
In What Makes Trump Tick, Peter presents an eye-opening account of what made Trump the awesomely successful businessman, a U.S. President and simply the great man he is today.
Ticktin was recently featured in a documentary film about Trump which was shown at Trump's stately home in Florida, Mar-a-Lago.
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B.D.
Lawrence
speaking about “Chilled to the Bone: A Jake Sledge Mystery”
In River City, trouble isn’t hard to find—and Jake Sledge, former cop turned private eye, knows it better than most.
A prominent attorney is found murdered outside his River City office. Jake Sledge and his partner, Bobo Johnson, are drawn into a case that quickly spirals out of control. They uncover chilling connections to frozen evidence, shadowy underworld figures, notorious neo-Nazis, and a dangerous game involving the high-stakes casino industry.
The lawyer’s death is only the beginning. With every lead raising more questions than answers, Jake and Bobo navigate a tangled web of corruption and betrayal in a city brimming with secrets and lies. The body count rises as the pair comes closer to the truth. It becomes clear that this is more than a job. It's a fight for survival. And, for Jake Sledge, in the gritty streets of River City, survival means staying one step ahead of the enemy while keeping his own demons at bay.
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Richard
Trayler
speaking about “Growing in Intimacy with God: Accept, Adore, Abide”
Have you ever wanted to get away, perhaps to a beautiful mountain top, and leave the worries of the world in the clouds below you? Would you like to go to a place where you could relax, rest, and refresh your body, mind, emotions, and spirit in the morning sun, and, more importantly, in the light and love of the Son?
The most important relationship you can have is a personal, intimate relationship with God – The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. You can know God and have continual fellowship and communion with Him.
As you read this book, allow the Holy Spirit to lead you through three essential steps – Accept, Adore, and Abide - so that you may have the intimate relationship with God that you were created to have and begin enjoying the abundant life, now and forever, that Jesus promised (John 10:10). Additionally, experience an inward transformation into the likeness of Christ and the outward manifestation of His love for others.
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Christine
Tate
speaking about “Mental Doughnuts: Overcoming Unhealthy Thoughts ”
Author Christine Tate went through the fire of adversity during a seven year period. Through it all, she overcame the temptation to engage in wrong thoughts. In Mental Doughnuts: Overcoming Unhealthy Thoughts, she shares the wisdom gained through her trials from a Christian perspective. If life seems overwhelming and you are battling depression, anxiety, frustration, anger, and insecurities, grab a cup of coffee and curl up with this book to be encouraged and identify strategies to be victorious over your inner struggles.
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Barbara
Holstein
speaking about “Women's Freedom”
In Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories, Positive Psychologist Barbara Becker Holstein explores the struggles and desires of young women in the 1960s: the complexities of sexuality, identity, and self-discovery. In this compelling book, Dr. Holstein introduces readers to three college students navigating the intricacies of their sexual energies and the paths to their futures. Their journeys are a mirror to the experiences of women throughout history, highlighting the universal longings and challenges that have shaped previous generations. Readers may find themselves reflecting on their own rights, needs, and the societal influences that have shaped their perceptions. Dr. Holstein's insightful exploration of sexuality and emotional growth will captivate you, challenge you, and ultimately empower you. Women's Freedom will awaken you to some of these important issues and remind you that fair treatment and understanding are the keys to a future filled with self-discovery.
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Cynthia
A.
King
speaking about “Paradise Point”
Never married Aimee Dunsmore hides her identity as a successful Gothic Romance ghostwriter. Aimee got her start ghostwriting the autobiography of a reclusive movie star who is making a comeback in a major Hollywood blockbuster. Originally intended as a marketing piece to support the film, it becomes a bestseller. The movie star wants Aimee to come with her for support on the press tour, and the assignment takes Aimee from the Hamptons to Hollywood. Now back home, she’s content to remain in obscurity and write her novels.
Happily single, she meets Mitch and feels an immediate connection. Aimee decides to take a chance on love in real life, only his unstable ex-wife becomes determined to make it impossible for Mitch to ever find happiness again. She goes to extremes to drive Aimee away for good. Aimee needs to decide if Mitch is worth the drama or take a hard pass at what might be her last chance on love.
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Rosalie
Rayburn
speaking about “Windswept: A Digger Doyle Mystery ”
When State Representative Carmen Lawlor is found dead beneath a wind turbine, journalist Elizabeth “Digger” Doyle is thrust into a storm of political intrigue, buried secrets, and personal risk.
As Digger investigates the mysterious death—one that threatens her wife’s career and safety—she uncovers a web of corruption linking clean energy, old betrayals, and a decades-old disappearance.
Set against the windswept landscapes of New Mexico, Windswept is a gripping LGBTQ+ political mystery that explores how far people will go to protect power, and what happens when the truth refuses to stay buried.
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Nancy
Hicks
Marshall
speaking about “FINDING ZACHARIAH in a Community Garden”
FINDING ZACHARIAH hits a lot of tender spots: a homeless vet seeking solace in alcohol; two kids and their mom hurt and broken by an absent dad; a feral cat who knows everyone; and a wide array of community members who make this little book so touching and delightful.
You'll meet Big Joe, a man with a past and a big heart; Darlene the dirt lady; Backhoe the mulch mover; Ike the irrigation expert; Latifa the beekeeper; Wiley the muralist, and more.
When Zorro and CeCe, twin brother and sister, and their mom Otoña, come to the garden to work their own little plot, they find out a lot about themselves, their mom, and the mysterious man keeping away from others in the healing garden.
As Zachariah talks out his sadness with the feral cat, Sebastian, and as he begins to work in the garden with Big Joe and other volunteers, we learn that people can make the best of second chances and find healing and reconciliation.