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Beautiful Souls: The Ways of Wonder by Christopher Adam Rice Beautifulsoulss.com https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-Souls-Christopher-Adam-Rice/dp/1970529148 This is an introduction to Beautiful Souls! A beautiful beginning to an inspired vision for all our futures. We at Beautiful Souls inc. believe that changing our lives for the better is held mostly in our perception of it. In this addition of beautiful souls we have taken simple photos of the daily world around us and found a way to perceive it as beautiful or inspiring. Proceeds of book sales will go to our charity Beautiful Souls inc. So we can more good in the world. Our motto ( We seek Beauty and Inspiration in the world so that we may find it within ourselves.)

The Usefulness of Hippopotamus: A Humorous Chapbook for Trying Times by Vincent J. Tomeo https://www.amazon.com/Usefulness-Hippopotamus-Humorous-Chapbook-Trying/dp/1639886907 Vincentjosephtomeo.com I am staring at a blank piece of paper, wondering what to write. Where do I begin? My mind begins to wander—pleasant thoughts of Disney’s Fantasia dance in my head. The dancing hippopotamus comes to mind, and this made me laugh. The result: I penned a poem on the hippopotamus from which a chapbook was born: The Usefulness of Hippopotamus: A Humorous Chapbook for Trying Times. One cannot imagine a world without humor. Without humor, the world will be dark, cold, and a sad place, tragically lacking joy, cheerfulness, and laughter. Humor is medicine. During rough times, humor will help lighten and lessen physical and mental anxiety. In challenging times, I chose humor. During the Pandemic, I had to deal with my bladder cancer. In my struggle not to get depressed or dwell in negativity, to find solace, contentment, and peace, I chose to seek out beauty and laugh. In search of happiness, the humor worked its charm, resulting in a treasure chest of joy. So, I wrote my chapbook, The Usefulness of Hippopotamus: A Humorous Chapbook for Trying Times and discovered humor even among the hippopotami! You can, too. Peace & flowers. Love & light. Vincent J. Tomeo, Author/Poet About the author BRIEF BIO VINCENT J. TOMEO IS A POET, AND WAS NOMINATED TWICE FOR PUSHCART PRIZE, ARCHIVIST, HISTORIAN, AND COMMUNITY ACTIVIST. VINCENT, IS PUBLISHED IN THE NEW YORK TIMES, EVENING STREET REVIEW, COMSTOCK REVIEW, MID-AMERICA POETRY REVIEW, EDGZ, SPIRES, TIGER’S EYE, By LINE, MUDFISH, THE BLIND MAN’S RAINBOW, THE NEO VICTORIAN/COCHLEA, THE LATIN STAFF REVIEW, AND GRANDMOTHER EARTH (VII THRU XI), ETC. TO DATE, MR. TOMEO HAS 1,064 PUBLISHED POEMS/ESSAYS; THE WINNER OF 108 AWARDS; 149 PUBLIC READINGS. AUTHOR OF MY CEMETERY FRIENDS: A GARDEN OF ENCOUNTERS AT MOUNT SAINT MARY IN QUEENS, NEW YORK, AND THE USEFULNESS OF HIPPOPOTAMUS: A HUMOROUS CHAPBOOK FOR A TRYING TIMES.

Stay Faithfully Fit: Minister of Fitness by Linda M. Bolton https://www.amazon.com/Stay-Faithfully-Fit-Minister-Fitness-ebook/dp/B0GPHFRZ29 https://stayfaithfullyfit.org/ Linda is a Minister of Fitness. Her enthusiasm radiates when she walks into a room. Her energy is contagious, authentic, genuine, and undeniable. Her dynamic messages are infused with grace, wisdom, compassion, and empathy. Her spontaneous, no-nonsense approach is complemented by an intriguing sense of humor that uplifts and inspires her listeners. The catchy phrases she uses, such as “I’m Just Saying” and “Praise Him, I Said,” ignite the moment and capture the audience’s attention as she passionately discusses the four “P’s”: Process, Preparation, Possession, and Promise. The foundations of Stay Faithfully Fit and its teachings are rooted in her personal and professional experiences as a woman of faith and a Master Physique Champion. Her ability to integrate spiritual, mental, and physical fitness concepts is powerful, compelling, and encouraging. The book reveals a magnetic force that empowers and equips those who dare to pursue their potential, embracing total wholeness and becoming faithfully fit and focused!

Damaged: A First Responder’s Experiences Handling Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder by James Meuer https://www.amazon.com/Damaged-Responders-Experiences-Handling-Post-Traumatic/dp/1449799558 One man’s journey as a first responder suffering from post traumatic stress disorder. He takes you through real emergency calls; some are graphic and have scarred his heart forever and so has PTSD. He was a hero in the eyes of most, and yet PTSD tried to take that away from him. He’s haunted by what he has seen and by the dreams that follow. The dreams are wicked and prevent him from sleep. Daytime does not ward off the attacks; even small things like a door slam send him into hyper-vigilance. He will lose everything before he will find his way.

Howie, The Unusual Bear by Laure Stack Authorlaurestack.com https://www.amazon.com/Howie-Unusual-Bear-Laure-Stack/dp/B0FRGGRGDT Howie wasn’t your average bear. He looked different, acted differently, and did things unlike any other bear. Longing for companionship, Howie sets out on a journey to find a friend who will accept him for the unique bear he truly is. Will he succeed? About the author With over 20 years as an educator, Laure Stack has spent her career supporting children through their struggles and dreams. Her deep understanding of young minds leads to her heartwarming stories. Through Once Upon a Boy, Howie the Unusual Bear and more future books, Laure hopes to inspire children to dream big and never let doubt keep them from reaching their full potential.

Hearing The Voice of GOD: The Exciting life of a Poet by Ivery Savannah Iveryswordsofpoetry.com The purpose of this book is share with the world the story of a nine year old little girl who never felt like she fit anywhere in this world. She starts to write to express all that was being bottled up inside her with no one to share her inner most feelings and emotions. As she began writing for her grandmother, then she went on to writing in a diary like most young girls do. But as this young girl grew she started writing poetry. Poetry became her most talented gift of expression. It is truly exciting to be a poet, BUT it is more exciting to hear the voice of her Abba Father, creator, Lord and King. There are many conversations between the writer and God the Father and it is expressed in her poetry and in many of her testimonies. Put on your virtual glasses and take a ride in the Spirit as you read and experience “Hearing the Voice of God, The Exciting Life of a Poet”!!!!

Unseen Leadership: Interrupt the Instincts That Block Your Success by Amy J. Clark https://www.amazon.com/Unseen-Leadership-Interrupt-Instincts-Success/dp/B0GM67TYS7 We are often told to trust our instincts. But what if those instincts are quietly working against us? Unseen Leadership: Interrupt the Instincts That Block Your Success challenges what leaders have long been rewarded for. Through decades advising and coaching senior executives, author Amy J. Clark has seen firsthand how instinctive habits that once drove achievement now create blind spots that block progress. Through powerful stories, insight, and reflection, the book introduces the CARE Leadership Activator™—Curiosity, Adaptability, Resilience, and Empathy, a new measurement of leadership designed for an unpredictable future. These are not soft skills; they are the strategic edge leaders need to stay credible, trusted, and influential when conditions change faster than comfort allows. This is the shift no one taught you to trust—how to move beyond instinct, interrupt old patterns, and lead with deeper awareness and impact. Unseen Leadership invites you to redefine how you measure success and lead at the level you are built for. About the author Amy J. Clark is an executive advisor, coach, and C-Suite executive who has spent more than two decades guiding senior executives and organizations through complex change. Amy helps leaders interrupt the instincts and patterns that limit their impact and activate the strategic capacity to lead inside uncertainty. As the author of the best-selling book Growth Point and co-author of Talent Impact, Amy’s work has influenced leaders across Fortune 500 companies, mission-driven organizations, and emerging enterprises. Today, she partners with executives and teams to redefine relevance, build credibility that lasts, and develop leaders for the business they are becoming, not the one they have been. Her proprietary framework, The CARE Leadership Activator™ (Curiosity, Adaptability, Resilience, and Empathy), helps leaders shift behavior, expand influence, and lead effectively in moments where instinct alone is no longer enough.

100 Paintings: An Artist’s Life in New York City by Rob Mango https://www.robmango.com/100-paintings-an-artist-life-in-new-york https://www.amazon.com/100-Paintings-Artists-Life-York/dp/0692263136 Equal parts monograph and memoir, 100 Paintings: An Artist’s Life in New York City is one man’s artistic journey from his native Chicago to a pioneering residency in Manhattan’s storied neighborhood of Tribeca. Rob Mango, as much an athlete as an artist, has explored New York City on foot since 1977–its architecture and its denizens, its streets and its harbors providing the former track star with the inspiration for much of his highly individualistic work. As noted in the foreword by art critic Robert Mahoney, ”Mango’s paintings can be seen as being produced by a man whose body was fed oxygen to a fantastical high while running through the city.” With more than 200 full-color artworks and photographs, this book documents Mango’s journey and the body of work he has created over the past four-plus decades. From the birth of Tribeca to the horrors of 9/11 and its aftermath, Mango reveals the details as only such a singular artist can. Along the way, he rubs shoulders with Wall Street titans, the art world’s up-and-comers, punk rockers, and such celebrated downtowners as Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, Andy Warhol, Larry Rivers and Bob Dylan. A central hub of Tribeca was the Neo Persona Gallery, which Mango founded in 1984 to represent and exhibit the work of the neighborhood’s burgeoning art scene. Mango’s diverse body of work, depicted here, includes vividly imagined, surreal meditations on the artist in the city and abroad, animated by figures from his personal mythology. Drawings, assemblages, sculptures, paintings, and groundbreaking painted-sculptural hybrid works, from 1975 2014, represent Mango’s entire life as an artist, including stints in the Midwest, New Mexico, Paris, Prague, Venice, and Tuscany. Featured in this retrospective are a series of epic, large-scale paintings set in a fantastic New York, replete with the city’s iconic architectural landmarks, but populated by gods, warriors, shamans, and other figures drawn from many epochs and cultures. Also here are portraits of the famous and infamous, pastoral scenes from a rural Tuscan village, and Mango’s breathtaking series of nudes. About the author Interview originally published in Du Jour, Oct 21, 2014. What brought you to New York City in the ’70s, and how did the city influence you and your artwork? I quickly became aware that the center of the art universe was New York City. The fantasy of coming to [the city] and becoming part of it was launched by painters I encountered while roaming the halls of the Art Institute of Chicago as a teen–Rivers, Johns, DeKooning and Rauschenberg. My obsession with New York became so highly evolved that it sustained me long after I arrived. In many ways, the fantasy of New York exceeded the actual experience initially, which was, in a word, cruel. My Midwestern fantasy of New York sustained the creation of numerous major works, which blend realistic detail and imaginative or surreal invention, particularly “Millennium” and “Return to the City.”

Mumba the Lion Who Forgot to Roar by Subomi Macaulay https://www.amazon.com/Mumba-Lion-Who-Forgot-Roar/dp/B0GVYTPDBY Subomimacaulay.com Mumba the Lion Who Forgot to Roar is a powerful and heartwarming tale about identity, courage, and the importance of owning your story. Deep within the lush forests of the Congo lives Mumba a strong, wise, and respected lion whose silence leads others to misunderstand who he truly is. When his story is twisted and doubt begins to grow, Mumba is faced with a life-changing realization: if he doesn’t speak his truth, someone else will define it for him. Guided by resilience and self-discovery, Mumba embarks on a journey to reclaim his voice. With the courage to rise above fear, he learns that true strength is not just in power but in honesty, expression, and authenticity. Written by The African Storyteller, Subomi Macaulay, this beautifully woven story draws from rich cultural traditions to inspire readers of all ages. It teaches timeless lessons about confidence, self-expression, and the power of storytelling. Perfect for children, families, and classrooms, this book encourages every reader to find their voice and never forget to roar. About the author Subomi Macaulay, affectionately known as The African Storyteller, is a Cultural Ambassador whose voice bridges generations and connects the richness of African heritage to modern-day narratives. Through her storytelling, Subomi imparts timeless lessons rooted in African culture, history, and personal experience. Her journey as a storyteller began in the heart of West Africa, where she learned the craft at the feet of her maternal grandmother. Through these early lessons, Subomi discovered the power of stories to teach resilience, empathy, and cultural pride. Today, she continues to weave narratives that both honor and reinvent African traditions, creating stories that resonate with audiences worldwide. Subomi’s work spans across multiple formats: from live performances to written works, workshops, and cultural consulting. Her stories have touched the hearts of youth and elders alike, offering a powerful reminder that through storytelling, we can heal, connect, and transform.

Like, Follow, Subscribe: Influencer Kids and the Cost of a Childhood Online by Fortesa Latifi ` https://www.amazon.com/Like-Follow-Subscribe-Influencer-Childhood/dp/1668080508 A searing investigation into the child influencer industry and the perils of childhood internet fame, Like, Follow, Subscribe is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the costs of internet fame, and the ethics of online content. What is it like to grow up with a camera in your face 24/7? To have your childhood moments sold as “content” to millions online? What happens when someone who works in a largely unregulated multi-billion-dollar industry sells away their childhood and has no financial safety net as an adult? What does it feel like to have your private moments—your medical diagnoses, your first period, your first break up, your tantrums, potty-training, and breastfeeding-weaning—broadcast to an audience of millions? Like, Follow, Subscribe shines a spotlight on the deeply troubling world of the child influencer industry. Journalist Fortesa Latifi dives into the lives of children whose parents mine their everyday activities for monetizable content, exposing issues like privacy violations, financial abuse, and the absence of child labor protections. Through expert interviews with psychologists, labor scientists, and even former child influencers and family vloggers, she uncovers the pressures, trauma, and consequences for children thrust into the spotlight. This timely and eye-opening book doesn’t just reveal the harm of toxic social media culture: it also provides a roadmap to better regulating influencer families, safeguarding children, and questioning the role of audiences in perpetuating these cycles of exploitation.

S.R. Longshore’s Muse-Dream Mysteries by S.R. Longshore https://www.amazon.com/S-R-Longshores-Muse-Dream-Mysteries-Longshore-ebook/dp/B0FWRZ42H9 This book contains three very different short novels of mystery and determination. The first story is about a little boy who is set on discovering the secret of a door. He feels somewhat like an outcast but believes that once he makes the discovery, he will be famous and well liked. However, he has no idea how much the door is looking for him. The second story is about a man who loves a woman so much that he gives up everything to be with her. Together they flee only to end up back where they began. This takes place in a kingdom not of this world. The third one is about how people go on with their lives, consumed with their own agenda without realizing the consequences of their actions. Later only to find out that their consequences turn out to be more than what they could have ever imagined. Plus there are two bonus reads. The first one is about a young girl who feels disconnected and unfulfilled. Unaware, she has a peculiarity which in turns puts everything in perspective and is often her saving grace. The second one is about a woman on vacation with her husband. They initially decide to visit a remote area after leaving his family’s home. But later, she is not sure if she has had a bad dream about the place or a severe warning.

Smarter Business Exits: Strategies and Toolkits for Corporate Divorce, Succession Planning and Joint Exits by William B. Bierce https://www.amazon.com/Smarter-Business-Exits-Strategies-Succession/dp/1943386781 Looking to profitably exit your business? In other words, are you a business owner with partners seeking to achieve smarter growth while designing an exit strategy and succession planning? Smarter Business Exits helps you identify classic solutions to foreseeable scenarios, so you can plan, adapt, renew, transform and restructure for exit excellence at different stages of your business’s lifecycle. WARNING: Reading this book and implementing its strategies could lead to a significant increase in your liquidity, net worth, happiness and ambition to restart new projects and relationships. Start reading now to: understand how to design your organization for a business exit lifecycle; learn how corporate governance for owners can protect all parties; discover how dispute resolution can be successfully achieved; know what to do when corporate divorce litigation is foreseeable; learn the tips to special succession planning for family businesses; find exit strategies for startups and other multi-owner companies; discover the five types of exit planning toolkits your business must have; and gain even more than that! Smarter Business Exits answers the following question: How can I use governance tools to keep my fellow co-owners fulfilling their promises of service, loyalty, productivity and commitment during business exits? Scroll up and grab your copy now to discover how your exit path can be planned and executed to minimize ongoing pain and optimize your opportunities for exiting (or restructuring) your business! About the author An award-winning international business and technology attorney, William B. Bierce assists companies, their owners, boards and investors throughout a company’s business lifecycles. As business lawyer, he advises on organizational design, business formation, capital raising, equity compensation, governance, risk management, crisis resolution, resiliency planning, compliance, roll-ups, corporate sales and divestitures. As a technology lawyer, he assists domestic and foreign clients on digital transformation, e-commerce, privacy, cybersecurity and strategic transactions. Bill has extensive experience in domestic and cross-border transactions for leading global companies in investments, banking and finance, consumer products, managed business services, manufacturing, transportation and digital media. He concentrates on mid-market niche companies, specialty manufacturing, services industries, family businesses, international businesses and tech companies.

The Game Warden and His Friend, Otto by Gary Ralston https://www.amazon.com/Game-Warden-His-Friend-Otto/dp/1662480946 The book is a collection of stories and situations a game warden will encounter in his work. The work can be difficult and very disheartening and at times very gratifying. Wardens do much more than enforcing fish and game law, and many of these activities are noted. I have offered a few tips about hunting and fishing, which I have learned during my seventy-five years of participation in these activities and observations gathered while spending countless hours in the great outdoors. The goal of this book is to inform the public about a warden’s life and the many things he is involved with in his work. I’m sure there will be some who will be critical of what I’ve put on paper, but I can assure you, what I’ve written ain’t fiction. I hope you purchase a copy of my book, read it with an open mind, enjoy a few laughs, learn some things you weren’t aware of, come away with a little more support, and hopefully respect for the work a game warden does for wildlife and benefits created for those who care about our great natural resources today and for generations to come.

The Politicization of the American Legal System by Dr. James M. Copas LLM, LLM https://www.amazon.com/Politicization-American-Legal-System-ebook/dp/B0GHZY8PGT The politicization of the American legal system has emerged as a critical concern, raising questions about the integrity, impartiality, and functionality of judicial institutions. This book examines how political ideologies influence the judiciary, the consequences of partisan appointments, and the broader implications of public perception regarding judicial neutrality. Using a combination of historical analysis and contemporary case studies, this commentary explores the systemic and institutional dynamics that have led to the politicization of legal processes in the United States. The paper further evaluates potential reforms to depoliticize the judiciary and restore public confidence in the rule of law. Academic footnotes are provided to support the analysis.

A Feast for Generations 1600–2024 by Rachel E. Ford https://www.amazon.com/Feast-Generations-1600-2024-Rachel-Ford-ebook/dp/B0DF657932 This book is more than just a cookbook it’s a tribute to a rich family legacy passed down through generations. Spanning over four centuries, it preserves treasured family recipes, faith-filled traditions, and the stories that have shaped the family over time. The book invites readers into a warm, welcoming world of culinary traditions, where each dish carries meaning and history. With recipes that have nourished families and communities for generations, this collection is filled with memories, heartfelt stories, and food that ties the past to the present. The pages of this book open into a tapestry of flavor, heritage, and family history, giving readers a deep connection to every dish served. From the cherished traditions of Grandma Clara’s recipes to the memories built around the family table, A Feast for Generations provides a unique perspective on how food brings people together, celebrates milestones, and unites communities through time.

On The Road Again: A Truck Driver’s Highway to National Trial Law and Business Success by Albert Parnell https://www.amazon.com/Road-Again-Albert-Parnell/dp/B0DBSGWQ35 Eighty-two years ago, in a small apartment in Alexandria, Virginia, a boy with big dreams was born. In this wild but true story of a street-smart kid looking for opportunities amid a WWII-torn America, On the Road Again shows what perseverance, risk, and ingenuity can accomplish even when the deck is stacked against you. It demonstrates a powerful theology that self-belief and determination can overcome incredible and defying obstacles. Albert Parnell’s engaging memoir tells the incredible story of how a high school party boy rose to become a nationally recognized toxic tort, asbestos defense trial lawyer, having graduated last in his high school class, and how an odyssey of odd jobs and big breaks led to a maverick in the making–from tractor-trailer truck driver to pool shark to civil rights activist to Atlanta bookie to Las Vegas “high-stakes” poker player to restauranter to national lecturer to Tik Tok social media mentor. Travel back in time and see how this fun-loving, forever party boy from nowhere grew to own every bar and courtroom he entered, building an empire that existed everywhere.

A Journey Through Life and History: An Autobiographical Sketch by Radomysl Twardowski

But MOMMY, I can SEE! by Dr Samantha Slotnick https://www.amazon.com/But-MOMMY-I-can-SEE/dp/B0DN33WC76 Drslotnick.com What does it mean to “see”? And what can reading glasses do for a child who can “see” without them? Join Sylvia on her journey with her glasses. It’s love at first “sight,” but when the excitement of the accessory wears off, how is she supposed to remember to use her glasses? Especially when she notices she can “see” without them? Embedded within this engaging story are important insights for parents about the visual skills needed for learning in a classroom setting, and the subtle signs of visual problems which can be treated with glasses. Parents and children, alike, come away understanding the difference between “needing” glasses and “benefitting” from them as a powerful tool for learning and sustaining attention in the classroom. If your child loves to learn, but doesn’t love to read, chances are there is a visual problem which has not been addressed. “Find a Doctor” resources are provided to locate eye doctors who treat learning-related vision problems around the globe.

The Chef’s Recovery by Chuck Hayworth, Tanya Stockton https://www.amazon.com/Chefs-Recovery-Chuck-Hayworth/dp/0989635945 Realmedicalmeals.com In his early twenties, while pursuing a career as a chef, Chuck Hayworth was diagnosed with stomach cancer. Years of painful and slow recovery motivated Chuck to find a better way to fight his disease. Combining his knowledge of the culinary arts with a strong will to succeed, Chuck was able to fully heal his stomach. In sharing his triumphant and cancer-fighting recipes, Chef Chuck hopes to help many others win their fight against cancer.

One Life To Live: My Journey Through Health, Healing, And Faith -Surviving Stage 4 Cancer by Barton H Dunn https://www.amazon.com/One-Life-Live-Journey-Surviving/dp/B0F1JYZV75 What would you do if you were told you had only months to live? In One Life to Live, Barton H. Dunn shares his extraordinary true story of faith, resilience, and the power of miracles. What started as a simple doctor’s visit quickly turned into a life-changing diagnosis – Stage 4 A.L.L. Leukemia. Facing impossible odds, Bart embarked on a grueling journey through chemotherapy, radiation, and ultimately a life-saving bone marrow transplant from his identical twin brother. This inspiring memoir not only chronicles his battle with cancer but also highlights the profound spiritual encounters that shaped his healing process. Through each hardship – from the devastation of his diagnosis to the miraculous moments of divine intervention – Bart’s unwavering faith carried him forward. Part personal reflection, part spiritual testimony, this book is a beacon of hope for anyone facing life’s toughest battles. Whether you’re fighting illness, walking alongside a loved one, or simply seeking inspiration in times of adversity, One Life to Live will uplift your spirit and remind you that miracles still happen. Join Bart on his journey through health, healing, and faith – a testament to the incredible strength found in hope, prayer, and the unwavering belief that God is always listening.