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3mph: The Adventures of One Woman’s Walk Around the World by Polly Letofsky

3mph: The Adventures of One Woman’s Walk Around the World by Polly Letofsky

Polly Letofsky left her Colorado home and headed west across 4 continents and over 14,000 miles–by foot–to become the first woman to walk around the world. In a spirit of adventure, along with the goal of raising global awareness for breast cancer, strangers welcomed her into their homes. The world had embraced her. But in the middle of Polly’s journey, 9/11 flung us all into a crossroads in world history, and she found herself navigating a vastly changing world.

Polly’s GlobalWalk has been featured in over 2,000 newspapers, magazines, radio and television stations around the world including Good Housekeeping, CNN International, The CBS Early Show, NBC’s Your Total Health, and Fine Living Channel’s Radical Sabbatical. A documentary entitled Polly’s GlobalWalk has been released by Newcastle Productions.

In 3mph she richly details her journey with humor and honest reflection, the good times and the hardships. Sometimes serious, sometimes funny, but always inspirational, her story encourages us all to take on our biggest challenges–one step at a time.

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Don’t Poke the Bear, A Memoir About Recovering from Abuse by a Narcissist by Maria Schmeig

Don’t Poke the Bear, A Memoir About Recovering from Abuse by a Narcissist by Maria Schmeig

Maria Schmeig’s harrowing tale begins with “This nightmare ends today,” and for anyone who has experienced the torment of emotional abuse, her story offers hope and healing.

At age 29, Maria believed she had discovered her soul mate, and a whirlwind romance led to marriage. However, the blissful façade soon crumbled, revealing a narcissistic husband who unleashed an onslaught of mistreatment upon her. For a staggering twenty-eight years, Maria endured this emotional anguish, but her unwavering resilience ultimately set her free.

In Don’t Poke the Bear, Maria candidly recounts her tumultuous marriage to a narcissist. She details the challenges of raising three children in an environment fraught with the need to tread cautiously, never certain when the next rage would ensue. She sheds light on the manipulation and gaslighting she endured from her spouse and reflects on her coping mechanisms. Her perpetual bewilderment at her spouse’s violent outbursts was a constant companion until she recognized the narcissistic pattern. This memoir chronicles her journey from the initial love-bombing to the heart-wrenching ultimate discard. It describes the exhilaration of early romance, the long, dark years of abuse and finally the protracted, bitterly contentious divorce, a grueling process exacerbated by her spouse’s unyielding intransigence, which stretched over two excruciating years.

Throughout her ordeal, Maria found solace in her supportive family, particularly her three now-adult children, and her unwavering faith. Don’t Poke the Bear is not just Maria’s story; it echoes the experiences of countless other victims. It stands as a testament to the resilience required during life’s darkest hours and the unwavering courage it takes to break free from the chains of abuse.

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College Life of a Retired Senior by Yvonne Blackwood

College Life of a Retired Senior by Yvonne Blackwood

Seven years after she retired from the Royal Bank of Canada, ending a thirty-seven-year career, Yvonne Blackwood surprised her friends and family by returning to school to pursue an English degree. She craves knowledge and is motivated by four powerful reasons: To add texture to her writing; to ward off dementia by exercising her brain muscles with her studies; to add ongoing structure to her life by attending classes regularly; to inspire her two young grandsons to attend university full-time when they graduate from high school.

Blackwood attends Canada’s third-largest university and struggles with maintaining her established lifestyle, being in class with hard-to-connect-with millennials, and a shocking diagnosis in her final year. She stumbles upon several obstacles in her quest to earn the degree. They include two strikes at the university, one lasting 143 days; the lockdown of the campus when the WHO declares COVID-19 a pandemic; and hospitalization. The university’s motto is Tentanda Via—”the way must be tried.” Blackwood weaves this theme and the metaphor of climbing a mountain into the narrative as her guiding light. When some situations become almost unbearable, and she thinks of quitting, she perseveres, relying on her faith. She writes, “What I didn’t know was how much the pursuit of the degree would inform me, challenge me, satisfy me, and drive me to consider giving up on more than one occasion.”
Blueink Review writes: “Blackwood’s appealing attitude and resilience keep readers turning pages, rooting for her success. Ultimately, this is an inspiring story of an older woman’s quest for knowledge. A Reader’s Guide is included to spark discussion.”
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My Demon, My Jesus: An Extraordinary, True Story of Surviving Suicide, Defeating Depression and Demonic Oppression, and Discovering Real Joy by Blue Tapp

My Demon, My Jesus: An Extraordinary, True Story of Surviving Suicide, Defeating Depression and Demonic Oppression, and Discovering Real Joy by Blue Tapp

A near-death experience, a botched suicide that worked… then didn’t.

God had another plan.

“My Demon, My Jesus” is a Christian memoir about the author’s struggle with suicidal depression and how she destroyed her demons.

At 30 years old, Blue attempted suicide by swallowing a handful of sleeping pills. Her spirit left her body before she was brought back to life in the hospital. Blue is alive today because God miraculously saved her life. Four angels appeared and helped her call for help before she died.

However Blue’s battle with depression was far from over. She spent the next three years addicted to prescription medication under the care of a psychiatrist. But pills cannot cure depression.

Today Blue is completely free of depression and medication. She has learned the keys to living an amazing life of joy and victory. ”My Demon, My Jesus” tells about her near death experience, her struggle with addiction to prescription drugs, describes her healing process through meditative prayer. Others who suffer from depression can follow these same steps to reach true lasting healing.

Blue’s healing was miraculous. But it was not instantaneous. It was a process of learning how to think in a healthy way, how to shift thought patterns and spirit life from defeat to victory. Blue’s journey will help others climb their way out of the trap of poisonous thought patterns and prescribed drug addictions. There are so many people fighting this battle…

Blue’s story took another extraordinary twist in 2019. She began experiencing astonishing visions where her soul was taken to heaven to pray for the world with millions of other saints. Today the visions continue weekly with messages from heaven. God wants us to know that He loves and cares deeply about each one of us. He wants us to know Him intimately. All believers are being called to join with the saints in praying for our world, for a great awakening that will draw multitudes of people to the heart of God.

One of God’s charges was to write everything down, every vision in detail. As she did this, a connection became apparent between the visions and her own life journey, from her early experiences of demonic oppression and suicidal depression to eventual miraculous healing. The visions about God’s love were a message of hope to everyone battling depression.

So she’s told it all… from a demonically oppressed disturbed child who also fell in love with Jesus and prayed to become a Christian at six years old…to a suicidally depressed young adult who overdosed on sleeping pills and was brought back from death in the hospital…to years addicted to prescription drugs…to miraculous healing, victorious life, and divine visions. Don’t miss this incredible true story!

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A mirrored existence: A Memoir

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In A Mirrored Existence the author has traced a long journey that began with her as a child in the Warsaw Ghetto, a sinister experience that has marked all of her life.
It is a disturbing biography. Books helped her escape into an imaginary world allowing her to overcome the pitfalls she was thrown into, as well as her displacements from Poland, from France, from Belgium. and finally in Israel.

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It Wasn’t Easy, But I Made It

About It Wasn’t Easy, But I Made It

Embark on an Intimate Journey of Transformation and Redemption

In the stillness of the night, the shattering of glass echoed through our quiet home. Whispered voices with distinct Northern Irish accents lingered ominously in the shadows. It was a night that marked the beginning of a turbulent journey; a journey of fear, betrayal, and self-discovery. As my mother confessed her inability to ascend the stairs, her vulnerability was a startling revelation, forcing us to confront our fractured bond.

The following morning, chilling news arrived from our neighbor. A brazen burglary had occurred, underscoring the dangers lurking just beyond our walls. Her haunting words, “You need to take Paul and go live somewhere safe,” weighed heavily on our hearts, yet we remained. In a home devoid of warmth and understanding, my mother’s dependence on me grew more evident.

Caught in a tumultuous confrontation, a blade pressed menacingly under a man’s jaw, my resolve was tested. The internal tempest of rage began to subside, replaced by an icy calm. It was a crossroads, a moment of reckoning. Would my past define me, or could I rise above it?

Lamar, a figure of significance, saw potential where others only saw a troubled past. His faith sowed the seed of change within me. Hungry for redemption, I embarked on a solo journey of introspection, embracing literature as my guide. Each page turned was a step towards self-betterment, and a series of transformative self-help books became the beacon that illuminated my path.

At a pivotal juncture, I was gifted a golden chance to redefine myself. A profound realization struck: many have teetered on the blurred lines of morality. The power to change lies within. And my story is a testament to that strength.

Do you believe in the strength of transformation? Join Paul on his profound journey of redemption, healing, and self-discovery. Embrace the inspiration. Purchase this book today and let the power of change resonate with your spirit.

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Love Changed Everything by Wallace E Briggs

Love Changed Everything by Wallace E Briggs

The Briggs family (Bridges in the book) struggled to escape poverty because of Albert’s ill health. The children were happy until they realised they were deprived of the pleasures their friends enjoyed. But love surrounded and encouraged them every day of their childhood lives. Their days were filled with good times and adventures.
Eddie, the eldest child of four, suffered at the hands of the bullies. But his father showed him how to stand up for himself. Albert taught his children that success could come even after multiple failures if they kept trying. But when he had a lung removed, he lost his job and their home. The family moved in with Grandma in her terraced house in the Durham coalfield colliery village of Browney. Gran was already caring for her divorced daughter’s family of three young men. Somehow, they managed to coexist for over a year.
Almost a year later, the family was rehoused in a new housing development in Brandon and their first home with hot water and an indoor loo; what luxury. Eddie was training to become an unpaid Minister in the Independent Methodist Movement. His girlfriend, Doreen, for eighteen months, was the daughter of one of the Senior Ministers in the circuit of six chapels.
When Eddie met Pam, he was employed as a University Junior Technician, and his life was turned upside down. Cupid’s arrow flew and lodged so deep that the warnings of his friends in the Chapel never got past his ears. The pair were immediately smitten; nothing could part the young lovers. It was hard to break off with Doreen and even more difficult to heed the warnings of his associates in the chapel community. Pam was a Roman Catholic, and he was warned that their faiths were incompatible.
After purposely underperforming at school GCE ‘O’ level, Eddie studied part-time at night school, and after six years, he gained HNC level Chemistry certification. Then, he was invited to take up a career in Technical Sales by a National supplier of scientific products and instrumentation. Within a year, he and Pam had secured a mortgage on their first home and never looked back. There were ups and downs, but love always got them through the sticky patches. Eddie and Pam are approaching their diamond wedding anniversary.

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My Canvas Bag by Lucas Kinkaid

My Canvas Bag by Lucas Kinkaid

Mark’s parents drink too much, and his family often forgets him. He works hard to hide the harsh reality of his home life. Mark keeps a canvas bag hidden close to his home. It contains blankets, a flashlight, cans of food, a transistor radio, things to read, and more. The canvas bag has everything he needs to escape from his family’s dysfunction. It enables him to enjoy the peace and solitude of the woods near his house.

The anger and resentment Mark has about his life increase as he gets older. He makes some bad decisions and gets into trouble. Mark then decides to try and improve. He refuses to give up on himself.

Mark is told by teachers he has a talent for writing. His life is then changed forever.

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Rasputin: The Memoirs of His Secretary by Delin Colón

About Featured Book: Rasputin: The Memoirs of His Secretary by Delin Colón

Available and annotated for the first time in English, Aron Simanovitch's memoir offers an intimate view of Rasputin, through the eyes of his secretary.
Simanovitch reveals Rasputin's progressive ideas for social and economic reform that outraged the nobility. In the process, he paints a tawdry image of early twentieth century Petersburg society, with its gossip, plots and intrigue. But more importantly, his revelations about Rasputin's humanitarianism lend a three-dimensional view to this controversial figure of Russian history.
Delin Colón, co-author, is the great-great niece of Aron Simanovitch.

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Shit That We Should Never Pass Along, And All That We Cannot Leave Behind

About Shit That We Should Never Pass Along, And All That We Cannot Leave Behind

n late 1980s rural Kansas, Mara finds herself taking on more than she can chew. Mara’s mother is a woman arguably ahead of her own time when it comes to the investigative day job she holds, and her own progressive take and unwanted oversharing of her thoughts on the day’s larger social justice issues.

Mara’s story allows the reader to start their journey following her mother’s divorce from Mara’s abusive stepfather, and make the move with Mara, her two youngest sisters, and her mother from city life to the rural awakenings that seem to only exacerbate her mother’s own baby boomer inclination towards double standards. Sprinkle in three know-it-all rural town biddies to ensure that The Greatest Generation has their say, and it’s no wonder Xer children are now all referred to as “survivors.” Mara is determined to show her mother, and an entire town of rural Kansans, that the only parties in need of a clue are they themselves. As long as Mara remains convinced that she will win in the battle of wills against her seasoned mother, absolutely nothing at all will go sidewise in this book for any of the characters.

An authentic throwdown between the baby boomer and Xer generations, delving into everything from childhood abuse, racism, abortion, religion, higher education, and ensuring those familial elitists who we all believe we know (and either love or hate) are well set for the next generation of epic failure and loss. Sure to infuriate all comers, keep everyone laughing and crying in equal measures. Mara and her mother prove that simply being human, and a product of one’s own generational time, cultural norms, and familial expectations is more than sufficient to ensure offensiveness for generations to come. The challenge lies in learning to love and find the best in each other during times when the last thing in the world any of us wants to do is love or find the best in each other.

This book comes with every trigger warning known to mankind. If you are a survivor of childhood sexual or physical abuse and trauma, post-abortion trauma, or racial-related childhood or adult traumas, the author of this book cautions the reader. This book is intended for mature audiences over the age of twenty-five. Parents are not advised to purchase this book for young teenage readers.

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Life at Daniel’s Place

About Life at Daniel’s Place

Can a graveyard ever offer tranquility after turmoil?

At first, Alice wants to run from the cemetery because it symbolizes that Daniel, her four-year-old son, is gone. Being at the grave fills her with shame, guilt, and doubt. Gradually, thanks to geese, picnics, helium balloons, and epitaphs, the cemetery, named Daniel’s Place by Alice’s family, becomes a haven of discovery and beauty. Life at Daniel’s Place is the story of a mother’s heart transformed from fear to certainty and confidence. Alice’s reflections remind us that even in trauma, a renewed faith in God is possible and welcomed.

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Radical Reinvention: Reimagine, Reset, Reinvent in a Disruptive World by Maureen Lippe

About Radical Reinvention: Reimagine, Reset, Reinvent in a Disruptive World by Maureen Lippe

“A Radical Reinvention is how I kept myself and my company of more than 200 people not only alive but thriving. It was hard and it was painful, but I know my story can resonate and help many others reimagine and transform their lives and careers.” –Maureen Lippe

Maureen Lippe, media powerhouse/entrepreneur, and former Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar editor debuts her new book, Radical Reinvention, the personal and professional journey of self-discovery after being forced to reimagine, reset, and reinvent after losing her beloved husband and partner to COVID-19 and having to transform and grow her company, Lippe Taylor.

It was a time of terror, uncertainty, and painful grief. Read how she managed to reclaim her identity and more than double her business following an 8-Step Reinvention Toolkit that she tested and verified with therapists, business leaders and other brave fire starters who helped her realign and discover new facets of herself and her leadership acumen. These individuals represent their personal brands as fiercely as the companies discussed. It’s all within your grasp-and you’re not alone. Savor the possibilities of Radical Reinvention in this transformative hour!

Proceeds from the book will be donated to the Step Up Network, a mentorship nonprofit providing the structure for girls (and those who identify with girlhood) to define their ideal destination and get there successfully.

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Hungry for Life: A Memoir Unlocking the Truth Inside an Anorexic Mind

About Hungry for Life: A Memoir Unlocking the Truth Inside an Anorexic Mind

In this painfully moving memoir, take a firsthand look at anorexia through the eyes of a young girl. Even in kindergarten, Rachel Richards knows something isn’t right. By leading us through her distorted thoughts, she shines a light on the experience and mystery of mental illness.

As she grows up, unable to comprehend or communicate her inner trauma, Rachel lashes out, hurting herself, running away from home, and fighting her family. Restricting food gives her the control she craves. But after being hospitalized and force-fed, Rachel only retreats further into herself.

With a driving perfectionism, she graduates college with honors. But at sixty-nine pounds, Rachel is a shell of nervous and obsessive behaviors that have controlled her life. Years of self-harm and self-loathing have fueled the inner battles between good and evil, health and sickness, and life and death.

Acting on stage offers her moments of freedom from the skewed perceptions she’s constructed over the years. But her dream of a career in theater is not enough to save her. What is the secret that will finally unleash her will to recover?

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Walking On Water: Five Ingredients for Living Through Life’s Toughest Challenges by Ruben Narváez Garcia

Walking On Water: Five Ingredients for Living Through Life’s Toughest Challenges by Ruben Narváez Garcia

What if all of a sudden you had a terminal illness and you were given less than a month to live? Would you change anything?

February 11, 2018 transformed the way author Ruben Narváez began to look at life. That day, he was diagnosed with stage 4 terminal cancer. The prognosis was grim. The doctor said that if Ruben were lucky, he would live a month at the most. That meant he needed to write his will, buy a plot, and plan his funeral — he didn’t do any of those.

Having been a Christian for almost 30 years, it was time for the biggest test of Ruben’s faith. He began to live as if every day was his last, enjoying life like never before. In making the best of his last month, he stopped everything so he could spend quality time with his loved ones and began traveling to places he’d only dreamt of.

Life took on a new meaning, every day became an adventure and an opportunity to appreciate the small things. Worry, stress, and other negative emotions became meaningless. No matter the circumstances, life would now be full of happiness and joy every day.

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Cruising the Mississippi

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Travel, beauty, history, fabulous food, and genuine old-fashioned fun fill this amazing paddle wheel adventure along the mighty Mississippi River.

From a vibrant New Orleans’ Jazz concert at famous Preservation Hall, to the largest plantation mansion on the Mississippi (Nottoway Plantation), to eye-popping Civil War battlegrounds, this lively travel memoir brings American history and Southern culture to life.

The paddlewheeler itself is an enchanting antebellum masterpiece. Period furnishings. Tiffany lamps. An authentic steam calliope. And a huge front porch with comfy rocking chairs where you can relax and enjoy the natural wonder of America’s greatest waterway.

Riverside cities offer their own unique attractions, steeped in history and plantation grandeur.

Thrill at the beauty of Saint Mary’s Basilica in Natchez, Mississippi. Consecrated in 1886, it’s architecture and stained glass windows rival the churches of Europe.

Learn about the Republic of West Florida, the shortest-lived nation in North America.

Discover the opulence of cotton and cane sugar plantation owners.

Celebrate with the members of the Rosedown Baptist Church in St. Francisville, Louisiana.

Savor blue crab cakes with Cajun tasso or catfish with black-eyed peas and greens, or other local culinary specialties.

Share a lifetime’s experiences with two high-spirited seniors as they enthusiastically explore the most famous river in the U.S. and its fascinating waterside towns.

In this warm and personal travel memoir you’ll learn things about America you never knew before.

Grab your reading glasses and come along on this unforgettable river cruise.

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Pocket of Pain by LadyWarfield

Pocket of Pain by LadyWarfield

Pocket of Pain is a coming-of-age story that takes place in a world of 80’s popular culture, music, and fashion. As her parent’s marriage falls apart, Suzanne escapes into a relationship with a boy who is five years older and ends up being more controlling than her father.

She escapes once again, this time as she leaves for college, and submerges herself in the RVA punk rock scene. Ultimately, a dark secret from the past surfaces, and she is forced to take another hard look at the relationship that she thought was over before she can finally leave the past behind.

Pocket of Pain offers a message for all young women willing to listen. For those who have experienced gaslighting and abuse, it’s an important conversation piece and a reminder that we are not alone. While heartbreaking at times, it also shows the resilience and optimism that this young girl always held on to. Through her story, we get to experience her journey as she takes you through the euphoria of her quest to find happiness.

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Walking in Footsteps of Promise: A Memoir by Kiran H Dellimore

Walking in Footsteps of Promise: A Memoir by Kiran H Dellimore

Walking in Footsteps of Promise is a thoroughly engaging memoir chronicling one young man’s unadorned journey of promise – with many ups and downs, and several themes which are very relatable. From growing up on a tiny Caribbean island to surviving a near-fatal car accident, and using the momentum of his recovery to finally take control of his own life. Walking in Footsteps of Promise is sure to give you inspiration and renewed zeal to pursue your dreams and goals no matter what challenges you encounter in life. This book will remind you that you are not alone in experiencing failure and hardship; and that the triumph of the human spirit over adversity is an old tale which must be constantly rewritten with each challenge that life brings.

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Cruising the Mediterranean

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Chosen best nonfiction book by the Seven Sisters Book Awards, gold medal winner in adult nonfiction by The Wishing Shelf Book Awards, “Cruising the Mediterranean” is a feel-good exploration of some of Europe’s grandest cities.

From Amsterdam’s Red Light District and Athens’ Acropolis lift to Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, Al & Sunny Lockwood share delicious fun, playful adventure and dazzling beauty.

Even before taking off on their bucket list cruise, the Lockwoods devise a unique way to defeat jet lag so that from the moment they arrive in Amsterdam, they’ll be alert, awake and ready to enjoy all that the city has to offer.

Join this spirited duo as they explore historic canals, scout picturesque neighborhoods, and wander cobble-stone streets.

In Venice, get a bird’s eye view from the tallest structure in the city — St. Mark’s Bell Tower. Walk with wonder through St. Mark’s Basilica, glimmering in gold and candlelight.

Climb the Bridge of Straw to photograph the famous Bridge of Sighs.

Wander colorful neighborhoods with jigsaw puzzle streets and magical waterways.

Visit the oldest neighborhood in Athens, the Grand Bazaar of Istanbul, and the stunning Greek island of Santorini.

If you like being swept away by beautiful places and entertaining adventures, you’ll love Cruising the Mediterranean.

“We write for readers who love to travel and those who dream of traveling,” says Sunny Lockwood, a former newspaper reporter and columnist. “When they read our books they discover how great travel can be. No matter what your age, travel renews you. It energizes you. And it gives you lots of good stories to share with friends.”

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