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In a society banned together by fear lies Bliss Creek, the perfect example of what can be accomplished if everyone simply complies with the social contract, the details of which are dictated by people they cannot see, who were elected by votes they did not cast, and all the questions these issues raise remain unasked. The fear stems from attacks that are constant and always on the outside of the walls, where the zoneless meet their fate for all to see on the never-ending news broadcasts. The area protected by Branch's army, called the Zones, is an ever-changing expanse depending on the cooperation provided by the people within. Bliss Creek is in the center of Zone 8, claimed to be the safest of all the Zones, or, perhaps, the most cooperative. Iz is a 17-year-old girl who wakes up in a hospital bed just outside of Bliss Creek, completely void of any memories. Making her way home and into her life, she has a constant wariness following her. In her home, there is no evidence of her having ever lived there, no pictures, no notes, no nick knacks. While her parents dote on her, and appear to love her, she continues to be haunted by the scraps of hidden clues she finds in her house, and in the dark recesses of her mind, indicating that things are not as they seem. These niggling little remnants of the past coupled with the strangeness of life in Bliss Creek make it difficult for Iz to accept the status quo.The choice to pursue a seemingly fruitless search into who she once was, where she came from, and why life in this sleepy little zone appears so inauthentic, or to simply continue in the safe, quiet existence she currently leads, is a constant internal battle for Iz. Will she decide to pursue the truth as to who she really is, or quietly live out her days as the person they all want her to be?This is one of my new favorites. I read it in one day! It reminds me of The Hunger Games series. Bliss Creek is set in a dystopian period, and the world is divided into zones. Most people live peacefully in zones with a group of individual rebels fighting with the zones. The story is a mystery of what happened to Iz wrapped into her unfolding love story. AL Willingham writes so descriptively she makes me feel like I am Iz, and gives me get a visual picture of the setting. I love Iz and I am very protective of her. I want to I can't wait to see the rest of the books. AL please publish more!!! Debi Burrows This book hooked me right away. A great dystopian story which kept me rooting for Iz to figure what had happened to her so I could know too. Looking forward to the next one.Grayson WeithmanThe author really has a way of painting a picture. I felt like I knew and could relate to Iz, the main character, from the first page. I can't wait to see what comes next! Definitely recommend!!! Melissa DuffyThis book grasped my attention from the first page to the last page. Enjoyed the storyline. Looking forward to book 2. Cassandra Parks

Personal Development/RelationshipsAre you tired of feeling crazy in your most intimate relationship? Are you sick of empty promises, lies, and feeling betrayed by your partner? Are you frustrated that despite all the work you've done on yourself you feel more alone than ever before?Samantha Kaaua knows these feelings all too well. While embarking on her journey to become a marriage therapist, she faced her own marital challenges and found herself on the brink of divorce. Her new book, Finding Beauty in Your Broken Pieces, is a testament to this journey. It's not just another relationship guide; it's a personal account of transformation and triumph.Samantha's Inner Mosaic® method will help you love and trust the parts of yourself that feel broken and craft a stunning mosaic of love and understanding in your relationship. You will learn the Triple A's of Transformation and use them to:¿ Become aware of your disempowering beliefs¿ Change yourself to change your relationship¿ Learn to trust yourself and your partner¿ Distinguish between your intuition and your fears¿ Master the art of forgiveness¿ Transcend into your best self¿ Discover your Inner Mosaic DanceDon't wait for change-be the change. It's time to find the beauty in your broken pieces and transform your relationship. "Samantha's transformation from personal marital challenges to becoming a pioneering force in marriage coaching is truly inspiring! Her Inner Mosaic method offers profound insight into relationship dynamics. Samantha exemplifies how personal adversity can be a powerful catalyst for growth and deep empathy in the realm of marriage coaching."- Mat Boggs, Co-Founder of Brave Thinking Institute, Best-SellingAuthor, Speaker, and Expert Dating Coach"Working with Samantha Kaaua has transformed my life and my marriage. Her Inner Mosaic method has helped me discover those pieces of me that made me the person I am today, and I have learned to give love to those parts of me I was ashamed of. Samantha is not only an exceptional coach who goes above and beyond, but also a relationship expert. Her willingness to share her personal journey has helped me see that I am not alone."- Jennifer Noblado, Elementary School Teacher

Join author and filmmaker James Weeks as he delves into the ancient Ifa spiritual tradition that led his family to healing. Absorb his stories as he travels abroad, tapping into the spirit realm and showing us ways to commune with our ancestors while discovering our purpose on Earth. His story has already touched tens of thousands of lives. Complete with updated chapters, this new edition of Meditations Across the King's River reaches deep into the soul, urging us to open ourselves to our spirit guides and embrace their gifts."Like the ancient wisdom gatherers, James Weeks has walked from village to village, island to island, country to country, collecting dispersed pieces of knowledge. Along the way he has acquired an intricate trove of family memories, blessed encounters, and lessons learned. He is the storyteller that can engage your soul." ~ Monique Clendinen Watson "To fully understand the impact of generational wealth, we need only look at one telling statistic. Roughly one-third of Forbes 400 richest Americans inherited some or all their wealth. James Weeks addresses the life-altering impact of generational wealth in this important book. For African Americans, denied generational wealth by slavery, Jim Crowism, redlining, and institutionalized racism, this is a timely and critical issue." ~Melvin Claxton, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of Uncommon Valor: The Story of Race, Patriotism, and Glory in the Final Battles of the Civil War"Meditations Across the King's River beautifully interweaves African spiritual wisdom and guidance for living. Through James' various life experiences, the reader is taken on an adventure which captivates the heart and the imagination. It is filled with nourishing, cultural gems of knowledge, plus spiritual tips and advice. The healing and motivational energy from this inspiring piece is very empowering!"~Verona Spence-AdofoAncestral Voices Co-founder "From James' encounter with an amazing healer in Jamaica to the touching tribute to the great Ifa priest, Dr. Afolabi Epega, Meditations Across the King's River is a masterpiece that provides an intimate experience with African culture and spirituality that most of us have thought long gone. Many thanks to Baba James Weeks and his ancestors for this great work!"~Chief Oluwo Obafemifayemi Founder of the Obafemifayemi Institute for the Divine and Universal Study of IFA (O.I.D.S.I.)

As a leader, if you do not know who you are and how you show up in the world, you will not know how to lead others in a way that lifts them up or guides your team to long-term success. Being able to stand in your true self and give another human being love and kindness will fulfill part of the job you have been tasked with. Often, people need no more than to be supported with positive interactions if you have the right person in the right position. Traycee will share her vulnerability and mishaps along her journey and give the reader brilliant insights to apply to their own life and leadership challenges. Traycee guides you along the path to authentic leadership, embracing your true self and discovering who you are meant to be in this complex and confusing world. The Leadership Contradiction is a gem of a read that will captivate you from beginning to end. Marcel Schwantes, Global Speaker, Author, and Renowned Leadership Coach Employees and managers alike are thirsty for better ways to connect, produce and deliver in the marketplace, and The Leadership Contradiction quenches that thirst. It shows that raising the bar on love and kindness can actually elevate productivity, retention, and every other success metric within an organization. What a timely and refreshing read! Renessa Boley Layne, Founder, Creating Your Perfect Work and Author - Fast Lane, Wrong Direction: Insider Secrets to Redesign Your SuccessMs. Mayer's book on leadership is the one you've been missing! Filled with raw emotion and vulnerability, The Leadership Contradiction takes you on a journey of deep introspection and discovery that all leaders need to travel to attain their highest level of effectiveness. It reminds us that we have choices and regardless of the outcomes, there are powerful lessons to be learned in every destination. In a world that's moving at the speed of light where capital is king in business, The Leadership Contradiction is an opportunity to choose a path where love is at the center and the positive impacts are limitless. Dawn Graham, PhD, Author of "Switchers: How Smart Professionals Change Careers and Seize Success"

After Gypsy con artist, Terese Sanderson is released from a Florida prison, secrets, schemes and lies beset the new life she begins in Malibu, California. Shortly after her arrival, her criminally motivated brother, Garrett, seduced by the love of money, sees his sister's business as an opportunity to extort from Terese's wealthy clients. Preying on those with something to hide, Garrett is unaware that someone may also be watching him. When Garrett is mysteriously murdered, homicide Detective Lindsay Carter is faced with finding his killer among a family of territorial gypsy con artists, and a newfound client list of Malibu's rich and famous. Meanwhile, as this same group threatens Terese Sanderson's life, secrets from her past surface that could destroy a famous and powerful Malibu family. As her lies unravel, will they work against her or to her benefit?

EMBARK ON THE MOST IMPORTANT JOURNEY OF YOUR LIFE The A Train to Sedona takes you along on my search for awareness and connection to God and consciousness. You are with me as I work to develop an intuitive, heart-felt language, as I let go of ideas that don't serve me, as I move into multidimensional thinking and the channeling of magic. Travel with me, first-hand, as I recount my journey toward compassion, forgiveness, and self-love. And I will guide you as we go. You will not only hear my story. The A Train to Sedona is also a map for you to follow as you move toward your own practice of genuine self-love that reflects outward into the world. Move with me toward robust health by harnessing the power of love to heal. Join me as I embrace stillness, quiet, spiritual energy, and prayer, to balance my mind, body, and spirit. Accompany me as I choose love over fear, transforming negativity into the adventure of the spiritual path. Embrace this thrilling discovery: you can learn by looking inward for your connection to your highest wisdom; you can remember how powerful you are! Learn to co-create your constructive desires. Harness your energy and create the life you desire. Choose to partner with God. What's more powerful than that? Essentially, choose to live in love. Love is awesome. Love opens doors... I am passionate about my long and winding journey, as life has unfolded. My hope is that my passage will inspire and enable yours"The A Train to Sedona, describes the joy, the challenge, and adventure of the spiritual journey through experiences of forgiveness, love, and compassion. This book will nurture your health journey to achieve your highest potentials for transformation as well as tapping into the God/Goddess within. This is a book about transformation, faith, and magic. Jump on board."The A Train to Sedona, describes the joy, the challenge, and adventure of the spiritual journey through experiences of forgiveness, love, and compassion. This book will nurture your health journey to achieve your highest potentials for transformation, as well as well as tapping into the God/Goddess within. This is a book about transformation, faith, and magic. Jump on board. Dr. Ani Kalayjia Founder & President of Meaningfulworld, author of Forget Me Not Using practical examples taken from real-life situations, and citing major traditions and beliefssuch as Buddhism, as well as accessing contemporary and past thinkers, scientists, life coaches and spiritual leaders, Linda Marsanico guides the reader along the path of self-awareness by describing and analyzing her own life decisions, her strategies for dealing with fear, and her epiphanies when experiencing the power of self-love. Marsanico's book is written in a warm, friendly style for those seeking to experience peace and growth spiritually, mentally, physically, and emotionally by shedding negative energy and creating positive energy. Michael O'Brien Browne, Transformational life-coach & award-winning author

Grail Quests often begin with what seems like normal travel adventures, but then suddenly turn into divine synchronistic events that makes one feel as though they're being guided by the Universe. I was to find out, two years later, that many local people knew about this cave. Teenagers even partied in it, as we could see from their graffiti, so what was the big secret? The cave's location was obviously not a secret, but apparently no one understood the significance of that specific cross. What the cave was carved out for turned out to be the secret, helping me to later understand why the Templars dug it out in the middle of nowhere. I returned that evening to our pousada a different person. Something had fundamentally changed within me. I felt that somehow, this discovery was part of my destiny. The Universe had unmistakably directed me to this cave. "Did the Knights Templar reach Brazil? This is the enigmatic question boldly asked and beautifully answered in this fascinating quest of discovery that results in firm evidence that, yes, they did indeed reach the Americas long before Columbus. The author brings in her writing an exciting sense of mystery and imagination tempered beautifully by her academic background. An essential addition to the ancient mysteries bookshelf."Andrew Collins, science and history writer and author of The First Female Pharaoh and Göbekli Tepe: Genesis of the Gods.

Break the rulesShed your secretsChange your life From Master Coach Gretchen Hydo: Hello Lovely Woman, in this companion workbook to Break Free from Your Dirty Little Secrets: A New You in 10 Secret-Breaking Stages, you will embark on a journey like no other. A journey to knowing, loving, liking, and accepting your true self. Be ready to pull back the curtain on who you are at your very core. In this workbook you will have the tools and exercises needed to reveal your internal programming, the way you respond to life and the why behind it, as well as the coping mechanisms you use to feel safe and seen. Discover how the 1-2-3 gut punch of secret-keeping has led you to live small, feel badly about who you are, and held you back from living a glorious life on your own terms. Uncover how you have used secret keeping and creating as a survival tool to feel loved, liked, and valued. Most importantly, learn how to live in a brand-new way; one that offers the embodiment and not just the feelings of empowerment, truth, and self-love. If you have felt restless, dissatisfied, or like you should be happy but just aren't, the 35 inspirational exercises and questions within these pages will help you deconstruct your secret-keeping patterns and, finally, finally, set you free.

Millions of women suffer daily under the shame and guilt from their secrets, often nasty thoughts they have about others, the hidden dislike they have towards themselves, or actions they have taken like the abortion, the debt, or the affair. These secrets deliver a 1-2-3 punch to our collective female gut: the secret action (what "terrible thing you did"), the story you built around that action that has now become a negative belief about who you are (critical narrative), and the big secret (the why) that drove you to take that action in the first place. Both big and small, these insidious secrets gather momentum and create false narratives that turn into lies we women believe about ourselves and even cause us to become physically, emotionally, and spiritually sick. Candid, proactive and humorous, Author Gretchen Hydo shares her brilliant 10-Stage, Secret-Breaking System to pull back the curtain, champion women to stop hiding behind their big secrets, step out of shame and come into the light. Women from around the world fearlessly share their secrets within these pages to free themselves and others from the shackles that bind them. Unafraid to share her own secrets, Hydo's teachings, exercises, and lessons urge us toward the ultimate goal - a life of truth lived in our fullest power. In becoming equal in the patriarchy of today, women have created tricks and ploys of behavior to "get by and succeed." It's time we take charge of a life beyond our wildest imaginings. Break Free from Your Dirty Little Secrets: A New You in 10 Secret-Breaking Stages is a breath of fresh air, and a much-needed beacon for women everywhere. It is the female guidebook for the next era, and the key to health, wealth and a new found love affair... with yourself.

Are the Right People at your Table? A powerful advisory board brings its successes, experience, and expertise to your table. Expect a properly facilitated seasoned team to collaborate and build capital, connections, and ideas in your favor. This collective of six to eight diverse professionals condenses timelines, eliminates costly mistakes, and expands your sphere of influence to increase your growth exponentially and help secure your next round of funding."Less than 6% of startups, and small to medium businesses have a formalized advisory board and the ones that do are seeing 3X revenues and 2X productivity for a substantial impact on profitability." Business Development Bank of Canada ReportThe value and power of advisory boards is one of the best knowledge-based investments with a very high ROI which capitalizes on the current trends in society - working together to co-create better solutions. Whether a Strategic, Customer (CAB), Community or Peer board, the Advisory Board Builder proprietary approach will deliver tools for monetary, performance and relational capital rewards. This book will show you: How the RIGHT advisory board can add huge value and a competitive advantage to your business' bottom lineFive steps to having an engaged, effective advisory boardHow to make board meetings, fun and interactive with actionable resultsWhich type of advisory board is the best option for your organization and how to implement it successfully"A wise advisor's hindsight is your foresight." Nancy Mayer "As an investor and the founder of VentureCapital.com since the 70s, I have seen the magic that happens when a variety of mentors / advisors collaborate to help founders solve a specific challenge. In this book, Nancy has been able to formalize a step-by-step process to get the right advisors at the table and apply their collective knowledge to create innovative solutions." Brad Bertoch, Founder of VentureCapital.org "As the founder of The NGO Whisperer(TM) and a Global Consultant working with notfor-profits worldwide, I highly recommend The Advisory Board Playbook as a guide to anyone seeking to set up a not-for-profit advisory board for their organization. This book helps not-for-profit leaders understand both the Why and the How of leveraging great advisors to ensure that the purpose or the organization and the good work it brings to the world are optimized and that everyone involved feels valued and appreciated." Carolyne A. Opinde Dr.h.c. MSc.PMP(R), Founder and CEO, The NGO Whisperer(TM) "This is a great book that should be on your shelf." Bradley Roulston, Fellow to the FPSC and community organizer

I slowly open the door and push the kitchen chairs away to crawl out into the light. The tiny clean kitchen is broken and ransacked. Everything is in chaos. My eyes strain to see what has happened. My feet are cold on the gold shag carpet. The living room is dark except for the light filtering through the drapes. I wander around the room, lost and alone. I find my mommy naked on the floor. I approach her, no response. Crying, I shake her bloody body."Mommy, Mommy, please wake up."Mommy won't wake up. She's dead!"Mommy, wake up. Please wake up, Mommy, wake up. I will be a good girl. Just wake up, and I will take care of you. Mommy, please wake up. Mommy, please wake up, and I will never leave you. I will always take care of you if you wake up."The front door swings open and I freeze. A man grabs me. I scream for Mommy."I have been personally a witness to Denise's journey, and having known her and seen her journey. I know what powerful a soul she is. I highly recommend this book for anyone who is going through their personal journey, or is interested in learning about it, to catch a glimpse of how a journey of transformation goes. I am sure that through these words this book will be a doorway to healing for many."Anand Mehrotra A World Renowned Visionary and Founder and Master Teacher of Sattva YogaAuthor of That is That and featured on Anand Mehrotra Radio on Spotify "Buddha taught 'It is better to travel well than to arrive'. This book is a raw, open, vulnerable & honest story of a path traveled by many but fully experienced by only a hand-full. The biggest takeaway from Denise's rendition is that our inner light remains uncorrupted no matter how impossible of an external circumstance we are subjected to. It is not easy to write with such integrity about dark family dynamics. This book is the light in the dark; it is the freedom we all crave" Dr. Malini S Iyers, MS, PHD Scientist, Vedic Astrologer, Philosopher, Spiritual Counselor, Certified Yoga and Meditation Teacher, Bharatanatyam Dancer, Painter When I started coaching Denise Schaad immediately, I felt I was in the presence of someone compassionate with a big heart who wanted to clear her past to move forward and put everything behind her. She has the drive to assist other people.Denise is determined and persistent in her own healing, and I'm aware she would be a great coach for anyone who works with her.She is creative, energetic, enthusiastic, inspirational and at the same time affectionate, intuitive, supportive, loyal, lovable and friendly.I had the pleasure of working with her.Joseph Boutros Ghabi, Master Healer, Best Selling Author, Painter

Behind The Baton is for conductors in the world of music education, and/or community or civic band, orchestra, and chorus. With more than 50 years of conducting experience, nationally known composer/arranger Peter Hazzard has always treated his ensembles, be they high school and college students or adults, as professionals. Allowances made for their age and abilities, he gives them respect and expects the same from them. The tips and suggestions offered in this book cover chorus, band and orchestra including rehearsal techniques, programming and the standard set up of a concert program. It is in the spirit of 'paying it forward' that this book was written.Behind the Baton is not only a clever title but is also an indication of the substance and wisdom of the writer. Read, rehearse, reflect, repeat. There is much value here not just for the novice. Veterans will find themselves saying, "Why didn't I do this before?"H. Scott Campbell, Retired Choral Director and Director of Performing Arts - Farmington, CT Public Schools. This book is chock full of great, useful ideas for the beginning conductor. Experienced conductors will get validation for much of what they know already, plus many new ideas.Thomas R. Martin, Musical Director, Conductor, Composer, Educator, Pianist - Keene, NH

After years of working with Job seekers and landing hundreds of offers with combined salaries of over 10M$. Wasim summarizes the job search into simple steps that can help you land your dream job within a few weeks instead of many months.How To Be Fulfilled in Your JobDealing with Failure, Rejection, and GhostingBalancing Mind, Body, and SpiritBranding: LinkedIn, Resume and Job Board successNetworking: How to connect with the right people to land interviewsInterview Prep: How to succeed in interviews and negotiate a winning salaryWasim is an energetic and unique individual with a big vision to change the world. His enthusiasm is infectious, and he continues to relentlessly pursue his dreams while helping others achieve greatness. Wasim and others like him continue the legacy of Ernest Rady, the founder of our business school, who believed that Rady alumni will positively impact the world through entrepreneurship and innovation. His insights, stories, and wisdom will help job seekers find fulfilling jobs and a culture to thrive in while unleashing their true potential. - Robert Sullivan, Dean of the UCSD Rady School of Management Wasim is a highly talented, motivated, and passionate individual that truly works with you in tandem towards your career goals. Knowing the challenges of finding executive and C-Suite positions, his knowledge and understanding of the job search process and mental guidance made it possible for me to land an amazing offer in a short time. This book will help you set up a simple and effective plan to go after your dream job and deal with the challenges that come with it.- Anthony Jones, Chief Technology OfficerThrough his job search process, Wasim will help you understand that you need to have a job that holds values that are aligned with your own, and that being paid a high salary won't necessarily cause you to be happy or fulfilled. You will learn how to find a company culture that allows you to unleash your talents and passion. The journey of going through his strategies is highly rewarding and Wasim always goes the extra mile to ensure that you succeed no matter what the circumstances are!- Paul Burega, Senior Engineer

Think menopause means your life is ending? Think again! It''s just the beginning of a new adventure of empowerment, fun and meaning. When author, Carole Hodges, was approaching menopause, her world fell apart which drove her deep into discovering who she truly was. She chose to be inspired rather than defeated and created a roadmap to personal fulfillment. This book presents a variety of financial choices: sound investments, safe money options, tax considerations, as well as a perspective that will allow you to prosper in the second half of your life. "The Menopause Millionaire is an inspiring and timely discussion for women facing mid-life changes and seeking a solid financial future. I enjoyed the engaging stories and insightful questions that gave me a path to my future."   Dame Michelle Patterson, President of The California Women''s Conference "I thoroughly enjoyed this fresh approach to the meaning of menopause and life change.  I''m delighted that more and more mid-life women are stepping up as leaders and bringing wisdom to business, society, and nations worldwide. The Menopause Millionaire is a thought-provoking self-examination that offers readers both clarity and purpose. I love this book!"   Paula Fellingham, Founder of www.WinWinWomen.com - A Global Women''s Movement of Caring, Connection, and Collaboration.  

If you've ever felt that something was "off" in your life and you needed a change but didn't know where to begin, this book is for you. A Change Would Do You Good is a content-rich guide that combines research and ancient philosophy with proven strategies for overcoming limiting beliefs and self-sabotaging behaviors.From flexing your brain to infusing meaning in your work, this engaging book explores five areas of change. Learn to: Change Your Mind: practice mental agilityChange Your Attitudes: feel good enoughChange Your Habits: meet your health and financial goals Change Your Work: find meaning and purpose in your life Change Your Relationships: lead with empathy and compassionA Change Would Do You Good provides a positive and concrete approach to feeling comfortable in your own skin and being your best at home and at work.

I know, no one told you that entrepreneurship was a sales job.And maybe, once you found that out, you weren't excited.This book was written for YOU.The talented, committed, smart, hardworking woman that wants to make an impact in the world in an insurmountable way. So that you can grow a business that puts YOU in the driver's seat. Of your income. Of your time. Of your life.I believe that change (the kind of change our world NEEDS right now) happens at home. It happens around our dining room tables. Spending time with people we love. Dropping our kids off at practice and school and picking them up. Doing work that we truly enjoy.Entrepreneurship can give you ALL of this (and so much more when you're ready!). But the only way to be a successful entrepreneur....is to learn how to sell (without selling your soul). This book will teach exactly how to build relationships, solve problems, and get clients in your business. It will teach you the mindset shift that you have to make to be able to truly own your role as the sales driver in your business. It will teach you the basic business fundamentals that will always be the building blocks of successful business.After 15 years in the corporate world and almost 3 years a business owner - I can tell you without a doubt that this book will help you grow your business. Whether it's the first $100k or the next $100k - this book is for you! I could not recommend this book any more highly. Ryann is a first-class sales professional that knows the industry inside and out. What I truly love most about her and what she teaches, is that it is a path for anyone to go down to create the success they truly deserve in their business. -- Scott AaronRyann is an expert in her craft, but she shares her expertise in a way that anyone can take and apply immediately. From mindset shifts about selling to practical steps to start building that relationship-based network, Ryann will be your biz bestie as you revamp your sales strategy. You don't have a business if you aren't selling. This book will show you how.- Julie Ciardi Ryann is refreshingly straight up in her approach of what it really takes to build a sustainable business that stands the test of time no matter the economy or rapidly changing social media landscape.- Christina Jandali

I started journaling consistently in 2019 but life got in the way, and I ended up doing what most of us do, sitting the journal on a shelf where it collected dust. Then the pandemic happened... and then we all witnessed the murders of Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and George Floyd. I was overwhelmed trying to live through two social justice issues at the same time. As the world fell apart, I picked up my pen and began to write. Journaling was a way to help me process my thoughts, put my fears and frustrations in writing, and express my hopes and dreams for a better world. This journal is your tool to manifesting your dreams and writing down what you want for yourself, your community, and the world.

Laura Little was compelled to write this book to inspire and invite you to explore your innate gifts and talents and live a life of purpose, meaning, and clarity to create a community of people and businesses that are right and good for all.The book illustrates how to employ the six mental faculties: Imagination, Perspective, Will, Intuition, Reason, and Memory in our lives and businesses. Some stories are heartwarming; while others show how they test us and transform us just as heat is required for water to reach its boiling point when cooking pasta, transforming it from dry and brittle to soft and delicious.After reading this book, you will have the awareness to make sustainable changes in your leadership approach and achieve accelerated outcomes in your business. We can cultivate the will to be centered in the whirlwind of life when guided by the attributes of a Slinky® to make your impact and imprint on this world regardless of your starting point today and your vision of where you want to be. 

      “If I build it, they will come.” The fantasy of every new entrepreneur. The reality is that great products and services are built on feedback and being in front of the right audience. Too many new businesses are building an idea into a product and then searching for the right audience. This is especially true in the bootstrap-your-way-to- bankruptcy model in the author, coach, and speaker world. Pitchslapped is a unique look at how to assess your audience, get feedback, and build your products to meet audience needs instead of building a product and finding your audience later.      A feedback loop and relationship building is the best way to build sustainable products and services. Forget the digital world, consumers are tired of clicking and not building relationships. They want to purchase high- ticket programs from real people, with real expertise, that get real results. If you are an entrepreneur who is struggling to sell your products and services, it is time to stop pitching and start building relationships that provide the listening necessary to build and deliver great products in a way that your audience understands. Stop relying on clicks and social proof and start relying on “Pocketbook Proof”.This book is designed to walk you through a process that creates connection with an audience that you can test and from whom you can get feedback. Most people have been indoctrinated into a process that asks them to build social proof and invest in coaching programs to attain skills without really understanding who their ideal audience is and how to effectively connect with them. Social proof is not the way to run a business. You are looking for pocketbook proof, which means that you need to intimately know and understand your ideal consumer. Who are they, where are they, and why do they purchase?This process is a shift from guessing about pain points, benefits, and who to connect with to following patterns of engagement, having real conversations, and getting feedback that leads to higher conversion and sales closing. By taking a fresh look at your consumer and marketing,  you will create more meaningful connections with the right clients and replicate those results into a sustainable business. 

Born on June 26, 1945, in Preston, Lancashire, I took an interest in motivation and personal development over thirty years ago. When striving for success, I observed how some people became successful while others made no progress. Over the last few years, I have experienced many changes in my lifestyle, most of which I would have preferred to avoid. Yet these very experiences have enabled me to wrestle with life and observe many things from outside the normal light, a glimpse of life from a new window, enabling me to observe other peoples lives and giving me a greater understanding of why, although most people dream, they dont achieve a life of fulfillment. I always have been fascinated by previous civilizations, nations, and races, with their different cultures, traditions, and beliefs. How they lived at a personal level. During my life, as I travelled through different countries and met the inhabitants, I noticed that many people drift through life on a day-to-day basis, living a way of life with no purpose other than to stay alive for as long as possible. This lack of ambition makes me feel that lives are being wasted, hence the incentive to do something about it; if this book achieves a change for the better for only one life, I feel I will have contributed something positive to society.