The Message

 

The Message

Highly Impressed!

"I work with kids daily so I'm always looking for fun creative books for them which is what made me download this and I'm glad that I did. I had no idea however when download this that it was written by an 11 year old and I have to say I'm extremely impressed. The story is very well written with put together in a way that made it really entertaining to go through. I loved the illustrations that you find throughout the book as they fit in well and are nicely done. All in all a really great book to have." – Review by Katrina Firth Fountain on ranaabidali.com      

"...her curiosity becomes unbearable as she discovers... a message in a bottle..." #childrensbooks #imagination 

Book Description:
Meet Laila Huberman, a dreamy head who has always dreamt of having a friend... "That will never happen" she thought. Yet the very next day becomes the best. She ended up meeting the friend of her dreams and they set out on an adventure of a life time. But as Laila opens up the mysterious gate, her curiosity becomes unbearable as she discovers... a message in a bottle..."

 

My name is Rana, I am 11 years of age. I was born 2004 in Slough, Berkshire in the south east of England. I live in a semi-detached house with my Mum and Dad and two younger siblings my brother Emir and my sister Rose. I love to write fiction stories, but I’m also very fond of art of any sort and playing the piano. I also love martial arts, I have recently earned my orange belt in Karate. I hope you enjoy reading “The Message” and would love to hear your thoughts on the story.

Visit Rana Abid-Ali at ranaabidali.com

Book Available on ranaabidali.com and Amazon

Missing Airplane: Children’s Story

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"The Missing Airplane", a children's book, is based on the still missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. It has been missing for 10 months. I have visited the region on several occasions and so I am somewhat familiar with the cultures and most importantly, the face.

My daughter was in Kuala Lumpur visiting her aunt when the Malaysian flight went missing and eventually made her way to Singapore, via train, to return to Los Angeles. I expected the flight to be found on some remote island with crew and passengers safe, and stopped short of ending the book in that manner with a different title.

However, as it dragged on and on, I changed while leaning on hope. I spent Christmas in Singapore last week and not once did I think about the missing Malaysian flight, as I was caught up in the rapture of the holiday spirit.

Last Sunday, like so many across the globe, I was shocked, frighten and numb upon learning that another flight, AirAsia Flight QZ8501 went missing. I have flown the airlines several times and have always found the crew to be cheerful and kind. I can only hold on to hope also for all.

 

The Missing Airplane

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Breaking the cycle of abuse

Through the EYES of Ms.Tee's DAUGHTER

I personally know Ms. Tee's daughter, and to see the beautiful woman, mother, wife, and friend she has to become is AMAZING! Through all the pain and heartache she is a SURVIVOR! She has broken the cycle! Love you girl! A good read & tear jerker! ~ Review by Abigail Stringer

Excerpt from the Press Release:
New Book Spreading Awareness On Child Abuse Through A Captivating Story With the help of published book, Sunshine Sims is breaking the cycle of abuse and you can help too. 
   
United States, November 2014 — Sunshine Sims announced today launch of her new book that is not only about the captivating story but much more than that. Through her book called "Through the Eyes of Ms. Tee's DAUGHTER", new author is spreading social awareness of child abuse and many tips on how
to stop it.
 
Author Sunshine Sims tells the story of relationship between Ms. Tee and her daughter. Ms Tee's daughter tries to tell the story of broken in spirit con­artist mother she had. As Ms Tee's daughter  discovers the truth about the woman she felt she never knew, she is now faced with the question of:whether to continue the cycle or break the cycle of abuse?
 
Sunshine wants to use her book to help those who found themselves in abusing situation or those who want to stop child abuse. "I want people to know when they buy my book they are supporting a great cause which is breaking the cycle of abuse". But that is not all. The author wants to educate children and parents about different types of abuse. "I am bringing awareness to teaching our children not only stranger danger situations, but also contact interaction such as appropriate vs. inappropriate touching".

The author Sunshine Sims hopes to make a positive impact on the lives of many around the world through the means of writing.   
 
About: 
 
Sunshine Sims is a new author of a book called "Through the Eyes of Ms. Tee's DAUGHTER" that helps promote awareness of child abuse around the world. The author has been using her creativity and talent in order to write interesting stories that serve a great cause of stopping the cycle of abuse.  

Website: www.sunshinesims.wordpress.com & Facebook!

 Through the EYES of Ms.Tee's DAUGHTER 

on Amazon!

In the Age of Anhedonia

In the Age of Anhedonia

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Five Stars ~ Loved this. A new perspective that is refreshing and enjoyable. Easy reading as well. ~ Review by acaputo

In the Age of Anhedonia ~ Book Description

What happens when a person's pleasure center in the brain ceases to function due to mental, emotional, physical, situational, or social strains and challenges?

These highly emotionally charged short stories signify the current age of the numbing of society. The author delves deep into each character's psyche, spiritual prowess, and desire to feel pleasure and contentment again.

Through a message of encouragement and faith, in each story, the reader will be inspired to reach out to God for fulfillment and hope.

“An ongoing student of life, I believe that the pen is a powerful tool that can be used to touch people's lives all over the world.” ~ Gabriella Kershner

 

Gabriella Kershner

“I enjoy writing about the human spirit and all its raw, yet beautiful intricacies and how it relates to others during this journey called life. Having studied human behavior for many years, I enjoy writing about humanity's ability to connect with God and his fellow man during life's triumphs and tragedies.”

See Gabriella’s video on gabriellakershner.com (scroll to the bottom of page)

 

In the Age of Anhedonia

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Silken Laumann & Crystal Andrus Part Two

You can still listen to the call (replay) and get in on a chance to win some amazing prizes.

Draws for the winners this Friday! GO HERE!

As an Ambassador for Crystal Andrus, I am excited to share my thoughts about the interview between two smart, beautiful women. Crystal Andrus and Silken Laumann.

Just so you know...

I have read Silken Laumann’s book “Unsinkable” and it is FABULOUS!

This is an excerpt of the media blast leading up to the call:

Standing on the Olympic Podium is a woman with a story to tell. Secrets. Dark memories. Scary places. Anorexia, Abuse. Rage and fear.  Her remarkable story is also about resiliency, emotional honesty, forgiveness and love….

Who knew that when 4x Olympic Rower, Silken Laumann, brought home the gold medal for Canada, she was plagued with the pain of her past, the trauma of her childhood, and a story that needed to be told.

Join founder of The S.W.A.T. Institute, Crystal Andrus, as she interviews Silken Laumann, in one of the most intimate, honest interviews Silken has ever given.

*****

When the call started the first thing I heard Crystal Andrus speak of that I wrote down was this - "When I speak authentically, my audience hears me." She is right. I listen and learn when I hear both her and Silken speak. And...I listen to what they write as well.

If you are unfamiliar with Silken Laumann's story, she is an Olympic Rower who was in a debilitating accident 10 days before she was to compete in the Olympics. On the call she spoke about how, as an athlete, she already knew how to use visualization to her advantage. In those important days following the accident, she asked her body to heal itself. She used visualization, refused to take pain killers and only allowed positive people around her. No naysayers allowed.

Silken also worked out with bungee cords in bed to keep her upper body in shape as well as her good leg. Turns out it was later shown scientifically that her hurt leg benefited from the work out she gave her healthy leg.

Silken Laumann's advice to us is this:

• Send love to your body. It affects you on a cellular level.
• Get outside and play!
• Have hope.

Of course there is much more...but you will have to go get her book to find out. http://www.silkenlaumann.com/

I Am Still a Woman: My Journey

"Life is too precious to let a disease win. You have to battle it as you battle any other event trying to overpower you: with love."~ Author Nina-Ann McCurley

Prologue - (I Am Still a Woman: My Journey (Kindle Locations 81-89)

At twenty-four, I was given eight weeks to live. I was diagnosed with gestational trophoblastic disease. After intense chemotherapy, I was given a clean bill of health. I had three beautiful sons and a wonderful life.

At forty-three, I was diagnosed with breast cancer, and the surgeon said to have a single mastectomy , as cancer was present in one breast. However, suspecting I had a cancer gene, as my mother and every other firstborn of my mother’s family of the past six generations had died of cancer, I decided that I would take the most aggressive life- saving decision: a double mastectomy, hysterectomy, and oophorectomy. As a mother of three boys in their teens, I felt I had no choice.

This is the story of my journey, my love of family, friends, and life. It is my wish that other women will look at breast cancer as an obstacle to life and not a death sentence, and to remember always we are still a woman no matter what!

"I know my journey has made a difference to my family and friends. Now I want to reach out to others who are facing the same terrible journey. I want to tell my story and inspire those women who are standing on the brink of their own battle with cancer."

I am Still a Woman: My Journey is available from the publisher - Balboa Press & Amazon.

Note from Seann: I would imagine it took great courage for Nina to share her story. As well it would be healing for her to express everything she went through. I think the first quote I posted here is quite powerful. She conquered cancer with love. That seems to be a reoccurring theme that I am seeing lately. Check out Nina-Ann's website to follow her blog and learn more about her life.

Christmas Stories for Children

Another way to welcome in Christmas and get children excited is to read them stories. Take a look at the Christmas Tree!

I did not notice at first but the words on the ornaments are the actual names of the chapters. Or better said, the messages contained within the book. This is not a picture book. There are 7 stories to teach children Christmas values.

 

 Excerpt - (Kindle Location 41)

Catherine would listen to her father say, “God gives gifts to all of his children. To some he gives wealth, and to some he gives family, but to all he gives peace and joy."

Let us peek inside the book - The first story is about a young girl who goes over to her friends house to play. This friend just happens to come from a very rich family and has a beautiful big bedroom full of toys. Catherine wants to know why life is so unfair. Her father explains to her that it isn't unfair.

“Well,” her father said, “we all get the same important gifts, like love and joy and faith.” (Kindle Locations 71-72) Catherine's father continues on by explaining what faith is.

What is faith? I like the definition from the World English Dictionary that says this - Faith is the strong or unshakable belief in something especially without proof or evidence. However, this other definition listed fits best with this story - Christianity, trust in God and in his actions and promises. 

Available on Amazon!

Take a look at the other children's books available by Ben Gil

From Living On The Street To Becoming A Successful Entrepreneur

"I was once a homeless kid in Medellin and understand what needs to be done to make a positive, permanent difference in young lives." ~ Eder Holguin

Allow me to introduce an inspirational book. I am on Chapter four and I must say that this is a riveting book. It moves fast and keeps you in its grasp. Personally, I think this would be a great book for young adults to delve into. I have gathered information from the web to give you a taste of what the book is about and a behind the scenes look at the author.

Eder Hoquin states, "My intention when writing this book was to provide you my story as a source of inspiration and to help you realize that you are not a victim of your current circumstances, you have the power to create your own life. The choices you make and the things you do today will determine your future."

Book Description: Today, nearing forty, Eder is a successful New York entrepreneur in the online media industry and CEO of a digital marketing company. However, as a kid in the mid ’80s, he fled a frightening home life and wound up living for years on the streets of Medellin, Colombia. It was a dicey existence, in what was described during this era as the 'most dangerous place on earth'. where international drug lords like Pablo Escobar ruled, where you could be shot for looking at the wrong guy the wrong way.

Dreaming of Hope Street is the story of how he went from living in the streets to become a successful entrepreneur. The book is in the classic Coming-of-Age tradition, and proves that, though life can be ugly and brutal, even the most disadvantaged can overcome the odds and find happiness, their own Hope Street. The narrative steps along and rings with authenticity; it’s often sad, shocking, but ultimately uplifting and motivational.

Review on Amazon by M. Garvey:

It is hard to describe this book without getting buried in exaggeration. Phrases like; heart-rending, and mind-blowing all would do but this book is so very much more than all of that. It is an intelligent superbly written story. As I have always said " a dream will always be a dream until you make it into reality." Not since greats such as Hemmingway have I read such evocative well structured writing. Every line conjures an image, every page tells a story. Great work.

Author's  website: ederholquin.com

Follow him on Facebook & Twitter.

:) Seann