M.K. Gilroy's Blog, page 5
February 16, 2015
The Best Selling Books and Series of All Time
What are the best selling books and series of all time? Presentation Note: With so many different formats, editions, and languages, counting the number of units sold of a book is tough – even with contemporary titles. Then there are the classics that have been published across centuries by many publishers and in many languages and editions. […]
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February 5, 2015
15 Romantic Movies
15 Romantic Movies from Mark Gilroy Ready for Valentine’s Day yet? Here are 15 fabulously romantic movies to choose from for date night. From classics like Casablanca and African Queen, t0 sweet (and yes, a little sappy) Disney offerings like Enchanted and Beauty and the Beast, to a trio of selections based on Romeo and […]
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February 4, 2015
The Grape Detox Diet
Larry Stone is a publishing legend, someone I admire and, I’m proud to say, a good friend. We had breakfast last week and he told me about an annual detox diet he and his wife Lois do together each year. Having lost 50 pounds this past year, my ears perked up. I am interested in […]
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January 30, 2015
Confessions of a Book Reviewer
Confessions of a Book Reviewer is a guest blog, written by John Valeri, popular with thousands (and thousands) of writers and readers as a reviewer with the Hartford Books Examiner. Don’t miss John’s thoughts on spoilers and certain Amazon reviews – and his use of the word salacious! Thanks John! What Mark (probably) didn’t know when he […]
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January 24, 2015
Simple Abundance
Abundance is often measured in material wealth. But don’t be fooled by all that glitters. There are people with a lot of possessions and money that live miserable and miserly lives. There are people with few possessions and not much money who are filled with joy and walk with a peaceful confidence that transcends the accumulation of […]
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January 23, 2015
Steroids, Blood Doping, and Deflated Footballs
If it wasn’t for steroids, blood doping, and deflated footballs – plus a plethora of well-publicized misbehaviors from adultery to drug abuse to gambling – our sports heroes would still be our heroes. In a distant past and far away galaxy, reporters would protect the reputation of a raging, self-destructive alcoholic like Yankee great, Mickey Mantle. […]
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January 19, 2015
Inspirational Quotes for Life
Worried? Facing a new challenge? Wanting to go to the next level? Here are a few of my favorite quotes for experiencing life with faith and optimism! Inspirational Quotes from Mark Gilroy http://www.hypersmash.com/hostgator/
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December 31, 2014
5 Reasons This Will Be a Great Year for You!
5 REASONS THIS WILL BE A GREAT YEAR FOR YOU from Mark Gilroy It’s good to take a look back and see what we liked – and didn’t like – about last year – our circumstances, relationships, and personal behavior and integrity. But it’s even better to look forward with renewed faith, commitment, and optimism. […]
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December 16, 2014
10 Great Christmas Movies
10 MOVIES OF CHRISTMAS from Mark Gilroy I hope you enjoy my list of 10 great Christmas movies that I can watch year after year – and usually do. Maybe one of your favorites was left out – but there might be a classic on my list that you’ve forgotten about and that you’ll want to […]
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December 11, 2014
Christmas Reminds Us That Angels Watch Over Us
Believers, look up—take courage. The angels are nearer than you think. - Billy Graham Christmas reminds us that Angels watch over us. Angels play a leading role in the story of Jesus’ birth. They appear to Joseph in a dream and tell him of the coming child. The angel Gabriel appears to Mary to tell her […]
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