This book was in my VIP bag at the Indie Book Fest this year. Frankly I let it sit for a while. I gave up the rat race about 3 years ago and started working for me, doing what I love. What could this book possibly tell me? Well, a lot and it was a … Continue reading Slap Yourself By Josh Zepess
Self Help
The Tricycle Way: How to Stop Racing Through Life and Start Enjoying the Ride by Sanjog Aul
This self help book takes the unique perspective of putting together a Tricycle to illustrate ways to structure your life. From the cushioned seat being your gratitude to the handlebars representing your purpose, the author takes you step by step. Using a substory of three characters, he reinforces many of the concepts with continuing examples … Continue reading The Tricycle Way: How to Stop Racing Through Life and Start Enjoying the Ride by Sanjog Aul
Write to Heal: Seven Women, Seven Triumphs, Collected by Dr. Karen Maxfield-Lunkin
I am always amazed at people who can open themselves up and share so much of their lives on paper for the world to see. These seven women are incredible, not only in their stories but in their strength and ability to allow the reader an opportunity to step into their worlds and at the … Continue reading Write to Heal: Seven Women, Seven Triumphs, Collected by Dr. Karen Maxfield-Lunkin
Thriving Not Surviving: The 5 Secret Pathways To Happiness, Success and Fulfilment by Gina Gardiner
This book won Best in Self-Help/Inspirational, and after reading it, I can understand why. Using her own story as a base, the author easily leads you along the pathways that she richly describes and illuminates. While many self-help books tend to tell you how easy a change can be, this author has a much more … Continue reading Thriving Not Surviving: The 5 Secret Pathways To Happiness, Success and Fulfilment by Gina Gardiner
Hope and Other Superpowers: A Life-Affirming, Love-Defending, Butt-Kicking, World-Saving Manifesto by John Pavlovitz
Are you a superhero? You just might have what it takes, a superpower, and not even realize it. This author uses Super Heroes and their attributes as well as things that may be your kryptonite to show the reader how they can deal with their current world. Whether it be outside forces or internal … Continue reading Hope and Other Superpowers: A Life-Affirming, Love-Defending, Butt-Kicking, World-Saving Manifesto by John Pavlovitz
Lessons From Lucy by Dave Barry
The simple joys from an Old Happy Dog! Thanks to an Advanced Reader Copy from the publisher, I was able to enjoy the next book by Dave Barry. He is back and taking cues from his beloved and intelligent dog on how to age gracefully. Let’s just say this one hit a little close to … Continue reading Lessons From Lucy by Dave Barry
Happier Thinking by Lana Grace Riva
The author starts this book with a disclaimer that if you are a happy person this may not be the best book for you. I am a happy person – 90% of the time – but I kept reading and I am glad I did. This compact book packs a lot in and gives you … Continue reading Happier Thinking by Lana Grace Riva
Master of My Time by Beatriz Gonzalez & Maria Teresa Schob
This concise book was originally released in Spanish and selling well in that market. The authors have now translated the book into English so that even more people can enjoy and benefit from this system. This is a wonderful introduction for getting your life/home into order and maintaining it. I think this would be especially … Continue reading Master of My Time by Beatriz Gonzalez & Maria Teresa Schob
The Highway of Life by Kiyoshi Fish
A self help book with heart and soul. This book is tightly packed with information and suggestions to get your life on track. I read it once all the way through but I think it might have been better to read and digest sections before moving forward. The author guides you along with information and … Continue reading The Highway of Life by Kiyoshi Fish
Two Books – One Review – Life Purpose & The Dear God Letters – both by Claire H. Perkins
The Author, Claire H. Perskins was gracious enough to send me both of these books for review. They are small books that have a lot in a just a few pages. I thought they would be quick reads but I found myself stopping, thinking and even discussing the pages as I was reading. (Even got … Continue reading Two Books – One Review – Life Purpose & The Dear God Letters – both by Claire H. Perkins
