Trauma as Initiation by Carrie Ishee

Trauma as Initiation What if the world is undergoing a profound call to initiation? An opportunity for the transformation of consciousness that could awaken us to a deeper, more authentic, more connected way of being? I proposed this blog post as part of the launch for my memoir “Seduced into Darkne…

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Seduced Into Darkness: Transcending My Psychiatrist’s Sexual Abuse

Seduced Into Darkness: Transcending My Psychiatrist’s Sexual Abuse  is a vivid and captivating story of hope for survivors of abuse as well as a case study in a skilled manipulator’s tragic exploitation of his professional power. This poignant memoir chronicles the traumatic psychological abduction a…

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The Balancing Act by Lillian Brummet

The Balancing Act Having been self-employed since 1992, I’ve learned a lot about the balancing act that comes with running a business. Entrepreneurs have to make choices as to what is practical and what takes precedence. We have to prioritize and when we choose something, we have to let something el…

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Forbidden Planet - Rise of the Gladiator by Cheree Alsop

When Captain Nova Ardis acquires the services of a dangerous, tattooed gladiator, she knows she’s taking a risk—but she would do anything for family. Kove has survived most of his life in the gladiator arena and now, on the eve of winning his freedom, he is sold once again. At least being the capt…

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The Disharmony of Silence by Linda Rosen

Book Summary In her desperate quest for family, Carolyn Lee is determined, against all advice, to reveal the shocking eighty-four-year-old secret she uncovered…until she realizes that "family" means more than blood. In 1915, jealous, bitter Rebecca Roth cuts all ties with her life-long frie…

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Guest Post by Valerie Nifora, author of I Asked the Wind: A Collection of Romantic Poetry

There was a healthcare study completed in 2018 by a leading Health Insurer, that noted 3 out of 4 American's struggle with loneliness with 43% feeling isolated from others, as well as feeling a lack companionship and a lack of meaning in relationships.  People have asked me what compelled me t…

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I Asked the Wind: A Collection of Romantic Poetry by Valerie Nifora

I Asked the Wind: A Collection of Romantic Poetry Book Summary I Asked the Wind: A Collection of Romantic Poetry  is a journey into romance, love and loss through poetry. The poems published in this collection span over 15 years of writing. Often starting with short rhythmic patterns, each poem’s lyri…

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Silver Spoons: One's Journey Through Addiction by Sarah Dickinson

Silver Spoons: One's Journey Through Addiction , takes an intimate and raw look at the current face of addiction and recovery. Talking about the current opioid epidemic, we follow a young couple while one of them goes through the recovery process. Told through letters, we get an understanding of…

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Georgia Stories on My Mind by Jackie Rod

Georgia Stories on My Mind Come visit Georgia within these pages as you read heartwarming stories shaped by local traditions and legends. The characters live life to the fullest through joys and hardships. Inhale the essence of Georgia’s revitalized small town squares while eating hand- scooped ice …

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Made to be Broken by Hugh Fritz

Flarence knows that Genies are supposed to help their masters by granting wishes, but he’s never been comfortable taking orders. To him, pummeling bad guys with magically enhanced weaponry feels like a much better way to use his powers.Darren is a gangster who wants to leave his reckless life behin…

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