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November 30, 2021
31 Motivational Quotes to kick start your December!
31 Motivational Quotes to kick start your December!
We are at the end of the year. Time flies and it's no joke. It feels like only a week ago I started this year and suddenly it's December again. Just like 2020, this year had been full of ups and downs but I'm grateful that we pulled through it all.
Here's a set of motivational quotes to keep you going this December. Stay Positive!
The man on top of the mountain didn't fall there. —Vince Lombardi
Challenges are gifts that force us to search for a new center of gravity. Don’t fight them. Just find a new way to stand. —Oprah Winfrey'
I'm at the stage of my life where I keep myself out of arguments. Even if you tell me 1+1=5, you're absolutely right. —Unknown
Extraordinary things are always hiding in places people never think to look. —Jodi Picoul
A simple smile. That’s the start of opening your heart and being compassionate to others. —Dalai Lama
Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible. —Tony Robbins
Keep your face always toward the sunshine—and shadows will fall behind you. —Walt Whitman
Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened. —Dr. Seuss
Because of your smile, you make life more beautiful. —Thich Nhat Hanh
You can have it all. Just not all at once. —Oprah Winfrey
The greatest self is a peaceful smile that always sees the world smiling back. —Bryant H. McGill
Say something positive, and you’ll see something positive. —Jim Thompson
All you need is the plan, the road map, and the courage to press on to your destination. —Earl Nightingale
A warm smile is the universal language of kindness. —William Arthur Ward
A smile doesn’t always stand for a perfect life. —Faraaz Kazi
A gentle word, a kind look, a good-natured smile can work wonders and accomplish miracles. —William Hazlitt
When things are difficult, smile by faith. Don’t wait until you feel better. —Joel Osteen
If you can stay positive in a negative situation, you win. —Unknown
Lighten up, just enjoy life, smile more, laugh more, and don’t get so worked up about things. —Kenneth Branagh
Stay positive. Better days are on their way. —Unknown
Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy. —Thich Nhat Hanh
Only in the darkness can you see the stars. —Martin Luther King, Jr.
Smiling is the best way to face every problem, to crush every fear and to hide every pain.
—Unknown
A goal is not always meant to be reached, it often serves simply as something to aim at. – Bruce Lee
Be yourself and people will like you.—Jeff Kinney
Happiness is a butterfly, which when pursued, is always just beyond your grasp, but which, if you will sit down quietly, may alight upon you. —Nathaniel Hawthorne
Those who don’t believe in magic will never find it. —Roald Dahl
To win big, you sometimes have to take big risks. —Bill Gates
A smile is the best makeup any girl can wear. —Marilyn Monroe
Everyone smiles in the same language. —George Carlin
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October 31, 2021
30 Motivational Quotes to kick start your November!
30 Motivational Quotes to kick start your November!
I always start my mornings with a motivational quote. Whenever I feel down, I turn to one of these quotes that lift me up. Here are some quotes to lift your spirits!
Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we'll ever do. Brene Brown
Note to self: Opinions are not facts. - Unknown
Give yourself permission to rest. - Unknown
Learn to love yourself without the love of others. - Unknown
The future depends on what you do today. - Unknown
You're what you do, not what you say you'll do. - Unknown
Be proud of your progress. - Unknown
Note to self: Don't be a people pleaser. It's okay to say NO. Let go of what you can't control. Forgive yourself. Love more. - Unknown
To fall in love with yourself is the first secret to happiness. - Robert Morely
Edit your life frequently and ruthlessly. It's your masterpiece after all. - Unknown
Be thankful for closed door, detours and roadblocks. They protect you from paths and places not meant for you. - Unknown
Note to self: I don't have to take this day all at once but rather one step, one breath and one moment at a time. I'm only one person. Things will get done when they get done. - Unknown
It's not your job to be everything to everyone. - Unknown
You're free. You're powerful. You're good. You're love. You have value. You have purpose. All is well. -Abraham Hicks.
Note to self: This is your journey, your body, your mind and your spirit. Dig deep, own it and start doing things for you and by you. - Unknown
Be so completely yourself that everyone else feels safe to be themselves too. - Unknown
Relationship status: Committed to inner peace, growth, self-love and gratitude. - Unknown
Dear self, You're a masterpiece. - Unknown
Adopt a traveler's mindset for life. Carry only what you need for the journey. - Unknown
Growth is simply learning how to suffer gracefully, elegantly and not letting your pain completely tear you apart. - Nikita Gill
Plant your own garden and decorate your own soul instead of waiting for someone to bring you flowers. - Unknown
Karma says, sometimes you have to suffer in life, not because you were bad, but because you didn't realize where to stop being too good. - Unknown
Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can. - Arthur Ashe
If you want to be strong, learn to enjoy being alone. - Buddha
I never dreamed about success. I worked for it. - Estee Lauder
PATIENCE is when you're supposed to be made but you choose to understand. - Unknown
You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have. - Maya Angelou
If you feel like you're losing everything, remember that trees lose their leaves every year and still they stand tall and wait for better days to come. - Unknown
Find out who you are and do it on purpose. - Dolly Parton
If your compassion does not include yourself, it's incomplete. - Buddha
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Daily Quotes, Quote of The Day, Life Quotes, Be Kind, Life Lessons, Motivational Quotes, Quotes To Live By, Inspirational Quotes, Self-Love, Self Confidence, Positive Quotes, Positive Vibes, Wise Quotes, Words Of Wisdom, Wise Words, Self-Appreciation
October 8, 2021
Review: The Tethered God by Barrie Condon
Review: The Tethered God by Barrie Condon
I love everything and anything that's connected to ancient Egypt. I'm obsessed with its rich history. So when I saw the blurb, I was instantly hooked. It didn't disappoint. Apart from Egypt, I'm also fascinated with the concept of reincarnation. This book wraps both in one, so it's a win for me.
In the past, Egyptian Prince Khafre hates his father and happily watches as his body is mummified. In present, Prince Khafre is reincarnated a police dog. I found this humorous and enjoyable with how the entitled prince tries to make sense of the modern world.
Personally, I loved the scenes from the old Egypt. Not gonna lie, it was a feast to me. The storytelling was fantastic with dark humor woven perfectly. It fed well to my Egyptian fantasies. I found this really intriguing, enjoyable and entertaining. I love how it all came together in the end. Definitely recommend this to people who love historical fiction and mystery.
I wish I had more of the past because like I mentioned, I'm addicted to ancient Egypt.
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Blurb
From the mind that brought you Science for Heretics, comes a darkly comic thriller.
When Khafre, the mighty Egyptian God-King, died four and a half thousand years ago, he expected an eternity in paradise. Instead, he found himself in modern-day Cairo, trapped inside the lowliest of creatures, a police dog who earns its living by sniffing out bombs.
Yet, nightly, vivid dreams taunt him, conjuring up a brilliant life of wealth and power. As his past life reveals itself, he discovers himself to have been a man willing to pursue heresies, break sacred boundaries and even murder for the woman he loves. But nothing in these memories explains why the gods have chosen to punish him so severely.
Enduring endless humiliations in a new life he doesn’t understand, and unable to communicate his predicament, he finds himself suddenly thrust into a plot to kill millions of people. Helpless and alone, he must fight to save Egypt and his own soul.
Author Bio
Barrie Condon has degrees in Physics, Oceanography and Nuclear Medicine. Now retired, he spent over thirty years as a Medical Physicist working for the UK’s National Health Service as a Consultant Scientist.
He also held an Honorary Professorship with the University of Glasgow, and at the peak of his career was responsible for the work of over 300 scientists and technologists. His own research work has mostly been on the neuroscience applications of medical imaging techniques, including MRI and Nuclear Medicine.
He is an author on over 80 full research publications in peer reviewed journals such as the Lancet and the British Medical Journal and on over 200 national and international conference presentations.
Note: I received a free copy of this book in exchange of an honest review. ARC from Sparsile Books and Love Book Tours.
October 7, 2021
Kisser of Death by M.H.B.
Kisser of Death
M.H.B.
Publication date: October 21st 2021
Genres: Dark Contemporary Romance
One accident.
Two men.
Almost three years of despair.
Four beating hearts growing in pain.
Five lives forever changed.
Everything fell apart in the blink of an eye.
These days my own misery keeps me company.
I never thought this would be me—a twenty-four-year-old—stuck in a dead-end relationship.
Gone are the thrilling adventures with Harvey Stark.
Gone is his smile.
Gone is the sight of his dimples and the sparkle in his bright blue eyes.
He’s changed into a hollow version of himself and I’m just a shadow following him around our home.
Then I meet my new boss at a firm in Downtown Chicago. Damon Dreygon challenges me in ways I never knew existed and makes me believe in myself again. Our souls match instantly, and meeting Damon feels like a step towards peace.
Except it’s not. Because everyone grieves differently.
So while one man refuses to touch me, the other can’t love me.
And I’m crawling through the crippling chaos, barely holding on . . .
Author Bio:
M . H . B . graduated law from a Canadian University and loves spending time with her German Shepherd Dog. She has a passion for animals and enjoys the simple things in life: books, music, chocolate, sunny days and overall wellness. When she is not writing, her mind is in another world, with a book in hand.
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October 5, 2021
Trace of Darkness: A Diana Duvail Novel by RB Hilliard
Title: Trace of Darkness: A Diana Duvail NovelAuthor: RB HilliardGenre: Paranormal RomanceRelease Date: September 28, 2021
She’s not who they think she is. . .Diana Duvail is an officer with the Charleston Police Department. Her reputation as a hard-working, by the book, team player is well known. But Diana’s got a secret.
While on patrol, the unimaginable happens; her secret is revealed, and she finds herself reassigned to the paranormal unit. Little does she know, but her world is about to be turned upside down.
When bodies start showing up all over the city, Diana is forced to liaise with the Southern Vampire Organization. Zacharias Wylde is a powerful, sexy Vampire Lord who not only shakes her existence but shows her a new and exciting reality.
Can Zack help Diana figure out what’s turned Charleston into a hunting ground, or is Diana destined to become one of the hunted?
RB Hilliard lives in Charlotte, North Carolina with her husband, two teenagers, and crazy dog, Oscar. She loves music, a good book, red wine, chocolate, and to write twistedly suspenseful stories. Alpha men, rock stars, and sexy bikers are among her favorites, but don’t worry, if suspense isn’t your bag, she also writes funny tales about exceptionally hot men who are in desperate need of taming. In 2014, Hilliard published her first novel. She has since published multiple novels across several genres.
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October 1, 2021
31 Movies to watch this October!
31 Movies to watch this October!
There are thousands of horror movies out there, but some movies stand out for some reason. Here's a list of my favorite movies I'd like to re-watch now and then. This is my personal preference and some are special because it drew me into horror movies when I first began watching them and I have a lot of childhood memories associated with them. I don't scare easily, so my friends often made me watch movies on a dare. Like they'd make me watch it after switching off all the lights after ten or eleven p.m. just to see if I can hold up. Good old days...
Note: I was very young when I watched majority of the movies and English isn't my first language. I was still learning when I began to watch them. So if I mentioned anywhere I had to re-watch because I didn't understand it's because of that.
Here are a list of 31 movies that stood out to me or I found disturbing. Though I never admitted to my friends, a few movies did creeped me out. Added them to this list too.
1. A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)
All I remember is the deranged man killing left, right and center. I watched it maybe when I was in fifth or sixth grade? I don't remember, but yeah.
2. The Evil Dead (1981)
The very first horror movie I watched. It's not that terrifying anymore but it's special it's the first.
3. Friday the 13th (1980)
I really hate the guy in the mask.
4. Jeepers Creepers (2001)
One of the movies I watched as a dare. It was creepy and I watched it twice just to understand what's going on.
5. The Exorcist (1973)
Exorcism movies gives me creeps.
6. The Exorcism Of Emily Rose (2005)
Made me realize exorcism isn't my cup of tea. Like I said, exorcism gives me creeps.
7. Carrie (1976)
Though there are remakes now, I'm fond of this version. I like Carrie very much.
8. Final Destination' (2000)
How can I not include this in the list? I've watched all the movies in this series, but the first part still remains creepy to me. Like...the way death claims every person is just...I'm scared of tanning booths because of this movie.
9. Insidious (2010)
Really enjoyed this one.
10. Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992)
Though my favorite retelling is Dracula Untold, this is the very first Count Dracula movie I watched. I was very new to vampire genre and I was fascinated.
11. 28 Days Later (2002)
I don't really like Zombies. They give me creeps. But this is one of the handful of zombie movies I honestly enjoyed. Like, it didn't leave my mind for days after watching it.
12. The Haunting in Connecticut (2009)
Another favorite movie of mine. I like this type of hauntings.
13. Mirrors (2008)
I love this movie. It made me wary of mirrors. I enjoyed watching this.
14. The Conjuring (2013)
Please...no one can argue with this. When it was released, I remember how everyone talked about nothing but 'The Conjuring.' Such a well executed plot. I'll be never tired of going back to this.
15. Annabelle (2014)
For some reason, Annabelle really creeps me out. This movie was kinda disturbing for me.
16. The Ring (2002)
Another creepy movie that gives me creeps. Like...the way this ghost moves and all paled and shit. Really...
17. Sinister (2012)
I found this disturbing than creepy.
18. Mama (2013)
I loved this movie. I ended up empathizing with Mama though she's a ghost.
19. The Nun (2018)
CREEPY. Don't wanna watch again.
20. Interview With The Vampire (1994)
It's not creepy or horror lol but it's...you know who. He he.
21. Pet Sematary (2019)
Please...no more pet horror. I can't handle this. It's creepy. I can't look at my babies the same after watching this movie.
22. Don't Be Afraid of the Dark (2010)
I never looked at the tooth fairy the same way after this movie. It's creepy and...let's leave it at that. I'm never moving into a house that has basements.
23. Saw (2004)
No words needed for this one.
24. Alien (1979)
This series is really something.
25. Jaws (1975)
Sharks...are SCARY.
26. A Quiet Place (2018)
A well thought out plot. It's very nice.
27. Poltergeist (1982)
At first, I didn't understand what a poltergeist is. But this never leaves the mind.
28. The Omen (2006)
Still gives me creeps...The child actor nailed this role.
29. The Fly (1986)
Science experiment gone wrong...but you get the gist.
30. House of Wax (2005 film)
It's another movie that I enjoyed the most. I love it.
31. The Mummy (1999)
Not really a horror. Watched this as a part of dare and ended up being the die hard fan of Mummy series. My friend didn't know my obsession with Egypt and their archeology. I loved it the most!
September 30, 2021
31 Motivational Quotes to kick start your October!
31 Motivational Quotes to kick start your October!
It's easy to get tired in our daily life. We all need a little bit of motivation to get out of bed and kick start our day. So here are 31 motivational quotes to cheer you up and remind you why you can't slack off. You got this!
Smile. No one cares how you feel - Unknown.
Ten years from now, make sure you can say that you chose your life you didn't settle for it - Mandy Hale.
You must learn to trust that there is a future waiting for you that is a future waiting for you that is beyond what you might be able to grasp at this present moment - Unknown.
Your future needs you, your past doesn't - Unknown
It's not about what your partner can offer you, it's about what you can achieve together - Unknown.
You will find that it is necessary to let things go; simply for the reason that they are heavy - C. JoyBell C.
Be forgiving. Be understanding. But do not be a fool - Unknown.
Let go all anger, grudges and hurt. But do not give them the privilege to cause pain or anger in you life anymore - Unknown.
Sometimes the person you wasn't capable of being is the person you need - Unknown.
Every man thinks he's an alpha until it's time to do what Alphas do: protect, provide & produce for their woman - Unknown.
Judge me when you are perfect - Unknown.
Smiling is definitely one of the beauty remedies. If you have a good sense of humor and a good approach to life, that's beautiful - Rashida Jones.
Be good enough to forgive someone, but don't be stupid enough to trust them again - Unknown.
Live life on your own terms - Unknown.
I suffered. I learned. I changed - Unknown.
Some of us matured early because life showed us the worst side of the world at a early stage - Unknown.
Even if you hear a bad story about me, understand, there was a time I was good to those people too, but they won't tell you that - Unknown.
Be with someone who is proud to have you - Unknown.
Let it hurt until it can't hurt anymore - Liam Ryan.
Never beg to be loved - Unknown.
Note to self: Stop expecting - Unknown.
And in the end all I learned was how to be strong alone - Unknown.
Don't forget, while you're busy doubting yourself, someone else is admiring your strength - Kristen Butler.
Pain changes people. It makes them trust less, overthink more and shut people out - Unknown.
My biggest problem? I notice everything - Unknown.
Note to self: Nobody is worth stressing over. Move on, leave people behind and go find yourself. The world is yours. Life Goes On - Unknown.
Being too nice may not gain you enemies, but it'll surely gain users and abusers. Don't allow this to happen; learn to say no and turn away when you must - Unknown.
Sometimes you have to forget what you feel and remember what you deserve - Unknown.
Note to self: You are still learning. You are still changing. You are still growing. Breathe. You will find your way - Unknown.
Note to self: I am capable. I am strong. I am enough - Unknown.
Be kind to yourself and share it with the world - Unknown.
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September 28, 2021
Blitz: The Entrant (Antigravity Racing League Book One) by Rock Fosberg
The Entrant (Antigravity Racing League Book One) by Rock Fosberg
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https://www.amazon.co.uk/Entrant-Antigravity-Racing-League-Book-ebook/dp/B09BLYJG1M/
Blurb
The ARL race crafts run on sonic speeds just a few metres from the track and race massive rollercoaster circuits all across the galaxy. It is the biggest sport under the federation.
Zane Silvering, the son of an ARL legend, races in a local antigravity league and dreams of making it big in the galaxy.
On his eighteenth birthday, after being kicked out of his team, an ARL team offers him a position as a substitute. Despite the warning signs, he seizes the opportunity, and boards a massive spaceship, the mobile base of a team competing for the galactic championship.
But the life of an ARL racer isn't as easy as he thought. The crafts are raw and powerful, the competition relentless—also inside his team—and the game sometimes gets dirty. Just to get to race, he has to beat some of the galaxy's best racers.
And there's more to the team than racing: a group of them run secret missions for the enigmatic owner. Soon Zane works night-shift as their getaway pilot.
When the day and night jobs meet, he must step out of his father’s shadow, and race, not only for the glory, but for his life.
If you like underdog stories, awe-inspiring galactic trekking, and high-adrenaline racing, The Entrant will keep you strapped to your seat until the finish line.
Author Bio
Rock Forsberg is a science fiction author. He loves awe-inspiring stories and started writing so that he could create epic worlds and stories of his own. He has also written songs, poems, and short stories, both in English and in Finnish. He considers writing to be a long game, with a lifetime of learning, and dozens of novels to write.
A dual citizen of Finland and Australia, he splits his time between Helsinki, Finland and Sydney, Australia. If he not writing, he's reading, keeping fit (he’s a health geek), playing guitar, or enjoying time with his family and friends.
Blitz: Trace of Darkness by RB Hilliard
Title: Trace of Darkness: A Diana Duvail NovelAuthor: RB HilliardGenre: Paranormal RomanceRelease Date: September 28, 2021
She’s not who they think she is. . .Diana Duvail is an officer with the Charleston Police Department. Her reputation as a hard-working, by the book, team player is well known. But Diana’s got a secret.
While on patrol, the unimaginable happens; her secret is revealed, and she finds herself reassigned to the paranormal unit. Little does she know, but her world is about to be turned upside down.
When bodies start showing up all over the city, Diana is forced to liaise with the Southern Vampire Organization. Zacharias Wylde is a powerful, sexy Vampire Lord who not only shakes her existence but shows her a new and exciting reality.
Can Zack help Diana figure out what’s turned Charleston into a hunting ground, or is Diana destined to become one of the hunted?
“This book had it all, suspense, romance, steam, an over the top alpha and twists and turns at every corner.” ~Book Bub Reviewer
“Phew....... as an AVID PNR reader, she absolutely hit the nail on the head.” ~Book Bub Reviewer
“A thrilling explosive book full of drama, suspense, and the passion is electric.” ~ Book Bub Reviewer
“A five-star read that will reveal more than you can ever imagine.” ~Book Bub Reviewer
“Intense, suspenseful, and a highly entertaining story. Could not put the story down.” ~ Book Bub Reviewer
RB Hilliard lives in Charlotte, North Carolina with her husband, two teenagers, and crazy dog, Oscar. She loves music, a good book, red wine, chocolate, and to write twistedly suspenseful stories. Alpha men, rock stars, and sexy bikers are among her favorites, but don’t worry, if suspense isn’t your bag, she also writes funny tales about exceptionally hot men who are in desperate need of taming. In 2014, Hilliard published her first novel. She has since published multiple novels across several genres.
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September 17, 2021
Cover Reveal: The Tempting Alaskan Doctor by Denise Gwen
The Tempting Alaskan Doctor by Denise Gwen
Blurb
Television newswoman Helena Parker’s new gig will resurrect her flagging career, but it involves filming the taciturn Doctor Mark Roethlisberger as he attends to his medical practice in the remote village of Hoonah Alaska, deep in the inside passage that borders Canada.
An unknown condition of Dr. Mark almost derails the filming, but Helena figures viewers will love the lean, handsome doctor regardless. She’s surprised when viewers fall in love with the obvious chemistry between them, and the show takes off into the stratosphere.
Helena finds herself falling in love with Dr. Mark, but her career requires her to live in Los Angeles, while he’s committed to his life in Alaska. When filming ends, she fears that while her career will be golden once again, her private life will be in ruins, for she’ll have said goodbye to the great love of her life.
Author Bio
Denise Gwen's mother once kept her up half the night to share with her the sublime joy of all that is Jane Austen. Denise was thirteen when her mother gave her her first copy of Emma, complete with weird spelling, such as connexions for connections. Nonetheless, Denise did fall in love with Jane Austen, and this may have fueled her love of reading and writing.
