And I'll take care of the FB rquest when I get back later this evening. Thanks!

Mark -
I sent you a friend request on FB. I'll e-mail you from there about exchanging links on our blogs. :)

I checked it out - I love downloading this stuff to listen to on my iPhone while I walk my dogs. I'll do so.

Have a great evening.

P.S. Heather: If you ever decide to add outside (ie, non-you) links to your site or blog, I'd love to exchange with you (http://thevoiceofyourmuse.com and http://markdavidgerson.com)

Thanks for the welcome, Heather (and Philip)!

The link I posted has excerpts from both both books. Please feel free to check them out!

Welcome aboard, Mark. Your books sound great, especially the second one for me!

Best,
Heather Hummel
www.heatherhummel.net

Hi mark-good to see you!

Hi. I'm Mark David Gerson.

I'm the author of two inspirational books

• The MoonQuest: A True Fantasy, a visionary novel that's won five awards, including two for visionary fiction.

• The Voice of the Muse: Answering the Call to Write, a blend of tips, tools, exercises and inspiration for writers in all genres and at all levels.

Thanks for the invite, Philip!
Mark David

Hi Karen and welcome-will check out your newsletter.

Hello, this is Karen Burton Mains, author of spiritual and inspiring books. I'm inviting all of you to read my books and to sign-up for my newsletter, Soulish Food: The Hungry Souls E-mail Newsletter, at http://www.hungrysouls.org/newsletter/

Thank you and God bless us all!

Hello and Welcome Phillip and Aaron!


Vanessa

Nice to meet another Philip!

Hi,

My name is Philip Lee. My latest book is Bittersweet: Confessions of a Twice-Married Man, which is a hopeful, and true story of love and second chances. I think it fits in this group. New to GoodReads. Glad to be here.

Best wishes all, Philip
www.philiplee.ca

Hello,
My name is Aaron Hoopes. I am the founder of Zen Yoga an art that blends tai chi, qigong and yoga together to help people connect with their body, mind and spirit. My books are related to breathing, movement and relaxation. I've also written Eat Smart The Zen Anti-Diet
I'm just getting the hang of this site, but am quickly coming to love it.
wishing you all much peace,
Aaron Hoopes

Thanks, Philip. I hope you like my blog.

If you have any topics you'd like me to write about feel free to let me know.

Have a great day!

Welcome Jacqueline! Will check out your blog.

Hi Philip,

I like your group idea. I am always open to sharing the books I've read. They have definitely helped me change my life for the better.

I am a writer and editor and have a blog titled The way is love (http://www.jacqueline-loveistheway.blogs...) that you and your group members might really like.

Thanks for starting this group!

Philip wrote: "Hi, my name is Philip Harris and I started this group. Welcome Bonita and others who have joined so quickly. I am an author of 9+ books, a publisher at ALL THINGS THAT MATTER PRESS, a blogger and n..."

Bonita wrote: "HI all,
I am Bonita Rose and have so far, published 2 photography books on blurb.com

If you love photography, you'll love these--very colorful and inspirational!

I am currently writing my ..."

It's Groundhog Day and I've popped my head out of my burrow in Northern Ireland to say 'hi' and introduce myself. I'm Dianne Ascroft and I recently released my first historical fiction, Hitler and Mars Bars. While it is a fiction it could be classed as inspirational as it's the story of a German boy displayed by the Second World War and aided by the Irish Red Cross. The story follows his life as he grows up in a foreign land - surmounting every problem he faces. He's a plucky child and is never beaten by any circumstance. You can check out more about the book at www.geocities.com/dianne_ascroft.

Dianne Ascroft,
author of Hitler and Mars Bars

Nice to meet you Vanessa-please post your book for others to see if you have not already done so.

Hi All!

My name is Vanessa Richardson and I authored a nonfiction inspirational titled: The Certain Ones: You're not Forsaken. You're Chosen for Purpose. And it is good to be here!

~Vanessa

Nice to meet you, Dianne and welcome.

Hi everyone,

I'm so glad to be invited into this group. My first published novella, Christian fiction, "Rebekah Redeemed" was released this past week and I had my first book signing. We had a small group, but I sold 9 books. It felt like my whole life had been experienced for that moment. It's up on awoc.com (the publisher's website) as well as Barnes & Nobel and Amazon.com.

The story is of a young girl who must suffer through being treated as a slave in her relatives homes and "The Tainted Mirror: An Anthology" This book includes my story "Second Chances."

I have several other stories, articles, and books in the works and am a ghostwriter. I've ghostwritten 10 books in the past three years.

I'm eager to get to know you all.

Philip wrote: "What kind of lessons and inspiration do these titles provide-perhaps post the answer in the other discussion so we do not clog up introductions."

sorry about that i wasn't thinking...i'm trying to figure out how to start a new discussion

What kind of lessons and inspiration do these titles provide-perhaps post the answer in the other discussion so we do not clog up introductions.

Thank you Debra. I have the Ark, the Reed and the Fire Cloud in my TBR Mt. and other ones look interesting as well.

Shannon wrote: "Hi I am a avid reader of mostly fantasy and Ya books. I know there have been books that I have read that inspired me but I will have to think about it and come back. "

I have a couple of YA fantasy recommendations...

Calitare
Restore
Alixandria DeSpain, Lucinda Laughlin
Xlibris, 2008
ISBN: 978-1-4363-4625-2
Reviewed by Debra Gaynor for ReviewYourBook.com, 11/08
5 Stars
Christian Fantasy…

I recently received a copy of Calitare Restore in my mailbox. Alixandria DeSpain and Lucinda Laughlin sent me a copy of their book and requested I consider it for review. I added the book to my ever-growing stack. It took me a few weeks before I pulled it from the shelf. I had no idea the adventure that lay ahead of me; if I had, I would have immediately opened the cover.

DeSpain and Laughlin have created a delightful land called Calitare. Mermaids and magic abound. Willow, Evadne,and their adopted brother, Gustave, live happily with their father the King. Then war threatened the inhabitants of Calitare. The sisters stand strong in the midst of battle, relying on God for strength and salvation.

I found this story amazing. Calitare is Christian romance and fantasy. The love story is one of purity and innocence. The authors manage to share the gospel with readers. I am reminded of C.S. Lewis. In their own way, they have described the relationship between humans and God. They demonstrate salvation, forgiveness, and grace in a way that is easy to understand. They manage all of this without being preachy. Their tale is filled with enough adventure to keep the reader eagerly turning the pages. Calitare will appeal to all ages. This is the first book in this series. I will be watching closely for the names Alixandria DeSpain and Lucinda Laughlin. I think we will be hearing much more from them.


Book of Names, The
D. Barkley Briggs
NaviPress, 22008
ISBN: 9781600062278
5 Stars
Reviewed by Debra Gaynor for ReviewYourBook.com, 11/08
Both young and old will enjoy…

Brothers, Hadyn and Ewan, are mourning the loss of their mother. Along with their father and twin brothers, they move to Missouri. The teenage boys find a stone arch that leads them to another dimension. Once there, they meet an odd assortment of quirky characters. The inhabitants of the Hidden Lands look to Hadyn and Ewan as their rescuers. There is a battle between good and evil. The boys must join the fight.

The Book of Names is a fabulous tale. It has a Christian message without being preachy. The characters are enchanting. This is the first in a new trilogy. I eagerly await the next installment. Fans of fantasy both young and old will enjoy The Book of Names.




Also:
Ark, the Reed & the Fire Cloud, The
Jenny L. Cote
Living Ink Books, 2008
ISBN: 9780899571980
Reviewed by Debra Gaynor for ReviewYourBook.com, 10/08
5 stars
Humor, adventure, danger, twists and turns…

Jenny L Cote is an extremely talented author. The Ark, the Reed & the Fire Cloud is sure to be a favorite of your child. The plot follows Max, a Scottish terrier, and Liz, a feline, as they lead other various animals to Noah’s Ark. Cote never allows her tale to be boring. She uses humor, adventure, danger, twists, and turns throughout the plot.

The Ark, the Reed & the Fire Cloud will make a great read aloud to your children or grandchildren. Some children will even want to read it to themselves, although 437 pages may be a bit daunting to most young children. It is easy to recommend this book to parents and grandparents.




Legend of Witch Bane, The
Kevis Hendrickson
OutskirtsPress, 2008
ISBN: 9781432712983
5 Stars
The thing legends are made of…

They say you can’t judge a book by its cover, but it this case you most definitely can. The cover of The Legend of Witch Bane is brightly colored and inviting. It speaks of adventures inside.

Kevis Hendrickson creates his own imaginative kingdom complete with elves, goblins, werewolves, dragons, and even an evil queen. Three children set out on a quest to retrieve Witch Bane (a sword) to save their kingdom. Hendrickson has a talent for painting a picture using words. I could see the landscape developing in front of me as though he were using a paint brush.

I cannot do justice to this book. I believe that it could possibly become a legend of its own. This book would make great bedtime reading. Young adults will enjoy this fantasy, and so will older adults. If you like fairy tales and legends you will love The Legend of Witch Bane.

Strand Prophecy, The
The Strand Prophecy
J.B.B. Winner
ISBN: 9780979054853
Missile Rider Publishing, 2008
5 Stars
Amazing read…

The Strand Prophecy is the first installment of a new five book series. The talent behind this book is incredible. The Strand Prophecy is the product of a father and his thirteen-year-old twin daughters. The artwork is amazing. The Strand Prophecy is the modern story of an “action hero.” Strand’s mission is to warn the world of the acceleration of evolution. When he is not wearing his superhero suit and riding missiles he is Steve Cutter of Cutter Technologies. His niece Anna is his sidekick. The action never stops in this book. They travel around the world fending off 100-pound lethal toads, giant worms, and snakes. Howler an intelligent monkey risks his life to save theirs. The Strand Prophecy is written in an exaggerated style. This book is sure to please fans of dark fantasy and science fiction. The Strand Prophecy is written for YA but many adults will enjoy it too.

Thanks-I will do that

Philip wrote: "Not surprised-most educators have their heads...Do you have a blog on the topic?

Yvonne wrote: "I have tried for two years ever since it was published. No One seems interested. "

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I have several if you google my name or Stan's Story, A touch of Love you will see me everywhere.

Welcome Shannon and it would be great to have your perspective!

Hi I am a avid reader of mostly fantasy and Ya books. I know there have been books that I have read that inspired me but I will have to think about it and come back.

Not surprised-most educators have their heads...Do you have a blog on the topic?

Yvonne wrote: "I have tried for two years ever since it was published. No One seems interested. "

I have tried for two years ever since it was published. No One seems interested.

Sound like a great book-being in special ed. I understand the issues your brother faced. I hope you are trying to get the book into schools.

Yvonne wrote: "My Name is Yvonne Mason. I have authored and published several books my first one being Stan's Story, A Touch of Love. This book is the reason I am accomplished not only in writing but in receiving..."

Hi heather-glad to see you here-also looking forward to our interview!

Heather wrote: "Heather Hummel
Phil - I'm not the least bit surprised that you're at the helm of this board! I came across it..."

Nice to meet you Hal and thanks for joining in.
Hal wrote: "Hi everyone. My name is Hal Manogue. I am the author of Short Sleeves Insights: Live An Ordinary Life In A Non-Ordinary Way. I also write a collection of poetry each year called: Short Sleeves Spir..."

My Name is Yvonne Mason. I have authored and published several books my first one being Stan's Story, A Touch of Love. This book is the reason I am accomplished not only in writing but in receiving my degree in Criminal Justice after being out of school for over 34 years.
Stan is my younger brother who is challenged. He was born in 1952 when there were no resources for the challenged. He was never supposed to be anything other than just a sad piece of humanity thrown into the wells of despire and lonelness in an asylum. This didn't happen he was kept at home and taught us as much if not more than we taught him. He became a pioneer in the Fulton County Ga school system at a time when the challenged had no rights and didn't receive and education. He graduated from Russell High School in East Point in 1973 and has been working in the public sector since he was 16 years old. He believes he can do what ever he sets his mind to doing. He has touched and influenced many lives and continues to do so today.
He is an inspiration to all who meet him and who read about him.
This book should be on everyone's list-

Heather Hummel
Phil - I'm not the least bit surprised that you're at the helm of this board! I came across it in a round about way, and here we are. I'm looking forward to being on your show on February 2nd...Groundhog Day!

All,
I'm Heather Hummel, an author who specializes in the genre of Body, Mind, & Soul. My first published book was Gracefully: Looking and Being Your Best At Any Age (McGraw-Hill), co-authored with my mother, Valerie Ramsey. My second book is Through Hazel Eyes: A Novel (PathBinder Publishing). I collaborate quite a bit with the authors of Hay House, including Dr. Christiane Northrup, Dr. Wayne Dyer, and Eldon Taylor.
I also own a small publishing house and am a coach to writers.

I live in Charlottesville, VA - home of too many authors to mention!
Cheers,
Heather
www.heatherhummel.net

Hi everyone. My name is Hal Manogue. I am the author of Short Sleeves Insights: Live An Ordinary Life In A Non-Ordinary Way. I also write a collection of poetry each year called: Short Sleeves Spirit Songs. 2009 will be the fourth edition in a series of ten. I'm working on two new books and I also do some Freelance writing.I appreciate the invitation.

Glad you are here and feel free to start a discussion!

Susan M. wrote: "Philip wrote: "Susan-go to the main page of this group and scroll down-then hit add book so that the cover appears on the group page.

Susan M. wrote: "[bc:Chicken Soup for the Soul Twins and More..."

Way cool! Thanks.

Philip wrote: "
I am one of the publishers of ALL THINGS THAT MATTER PRESS and would have numerous titles that could be reviewed. What are your favorite types-fiction or non-fiction? At the moment, as we are new..."


I'm not big on abstract poety.

I'm looking:
Human Trial
The Profile
Second Chance
The Punjabi's Wife
Grace Note
Jesus Taught It Too
Collected MessagesI and II
What's Wrong With Us Anyway

I'd be more than happy to review each of the above.
Please send to debra@reviewyourbook.com

I'm on a working vacation right now but will be back in the office on Thurs. afternoon.
Allow 8 weeks for reviews.
All reviews are post on www.reviewyourbook.com, amazon, b&N, goodreads, librarything, shelfari and target...if possible.

All books sent to RYB become the property of the reviewer. The reviewer is free to use reviews in any manner that will be beneficial to him/her as long as we get due credit.

If a book receives a review of 3 or less we do not post review unless the author requests we do so. We are determined to be fair and honest but will not hurt an author. We will send a copy of the review to the author if we do not post it.

I think that covers almost everything.
We charge 1.oo for proofreading, 2.5 for editing, 195 for a virtual tour.
We are very reasonable.

Thanks I hope you will send the ebooks to me.
dg

Philip wrote: "Susan-go to the main page of this group and scroll down-then hit add book so that the cover appears on the group page.

Susan M. wrote: "[bc:Chicken Soup for the Soul Twins and More 101 Stories C..."

Thanks, Phil! I just added some of my books to the main page. This is a great group. I'm glad to be a member!

I am one of the publishers of ALL THINGS THAT MATTER PRESS and would have numerous titles that could be reviewed. What are your favorite types-fiction or non-fiction? At the moment, as we are new, we are only sending out pdf's for reviews. We have 15 books published with more coming. If you get a moment you can go to http://allthingsthatmatterpress.com and see if there are any titles that might be of interest. We began publishing this past October so titles are new with first time authors as well.
Debra wrote: "Philip wrote: "Deb, do you take e-submissions or just hard copy?"

we prefer hard copy but yes we take ebooks also.
we ask they be sent to us as pdf and that the submitter allow 8 weeks for a revie..."

Susan-go to the main page of this group and scroll down-then hit add book so that the cover appears on the group page.

Susan M. wrote: "[bc:Chicken Soup for the Soul Twins and More 101 Stories Celebrating Double Trouble and Multiple Blessings|4330100|Chicken Soup for the Soul Twins and More 101 Stories Celebrating Double Troubl..."

Philip wrote: "Deb, do you take e-submissions or just hard copy?"

we prefer hard copy but yes we take ebooks also.
we ask they be sent to us as pdf and that the submitter allow 8 weeks for a review.

hard copy will always be my preference. I do have an ereader but usually just read them on the laptop.

would you like to submit a book?

dg

Hi Susan-definitely on target for this group. I would ask all authors to post their book covers-we can make this a must stop for food for the soul

Deb, do you take e-submissions or just hard copy?

Philip wrote: "Hi Debra and welcome-I think you may find some interest on the part of authors here for your reviews! Glad to have."

I hope so. I think they will all find us helpful. We have been in business almost 2 years and our stats amaze us. We did over 1500 books last year.
I love to read and to write.
deb

Hi! I coauthor Chicken Soup for the Soul books. My first one, Chicken Soup for the Soul: Twins and More, will be published in March. My second, Chicken Soup for the Soul: All in the Family, will be published in October. I've also published a book of inspirational stories for families with twins called Twice the Love: Stories of Inspiration for Families with Twins, Multiples and Singletons. I have another inspirational book coming out in the fall called Moms of Multiples' Devotions to Go. As you can tell, I love inspirational books!

Hi Debra and welcome-I think you may find some interest on the part of authors here for your reviews! Glad to have.