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Virtual Book Tour - The Conversation: Your Guide to Transcendence by Jeff Cannon

The Conversation: Your Guide to Transcendence by Jeff CannonPages: 256Genre: Body Mind Spirit, New AgePublisher: Walton Books
Book Description:The Conversation is less a dialogue as it is a transference. It answers so many of the questions anyone seeking has asked about life, death and the human experience.
About the Author:Jeff Cannon is a Modern American Monk. He is the author of numerous books on meditation, spirituality and wellness. He is a member of NYU Medical Center's Patient Advisory Council as well as a contributor to Huffington Post, MindBodyGreen and countless other websites.Jeff completed his third book while recovering from his 8th brain surgery. Collectively his surgeries removed more than 20 brain tumors in as many years. His first surgery, in 1992, used a hand-drill. His most devastating surgery removed six brain tumors in 2009. His latest surgery lasted 14 hours, after which he could not see, speak or walk.Jeff has watched his brain reboot itself again and again, giving Jeff a first-hand view into the evolution of neuroscience. It also stirred him to dedicate his life to develop Modern Meditation by integrating Western Science and Eastern Philosophy in a way that makes sense for the modern world.

Book review:
Inspirational!By nonstopreader 
A trip to a friend's home off the coast of Greece turns into much more than a vacation in this book. It helps create a life-changing awareness and transformation, and author Jeff Cannon brings the reader along on his journey. After a pleasant evening with friends, he turns in for the night and begins what will be a series of lucid dreams that introduce a masculine presence known only as Energy. Over the next several nights, Energy and the author have "conversations" that are really more thought-transferences. They discuss eye-opening philosophies about topics such as anger, fear, free will, karma and most importantly, LOVE.
Skeptics or the more die-hard realists may have some trouble with the book's language at times, since it may read like a riddle. But these passages are just a small portion of the book. For those willing to take a leap of faith and just let the words wash over them, life lessons will emerge. The author's language is beautiful and touching. Not everything will resonate with everyone, but it's difficult to believe that anyone could read through the whole book and not find some jaw-dropping inspiration that hits home.
The author learns that "your life is temporary. Your existence is not." He comes to understand that we create our own universe by how we respond to the events in our lives. For some readers, the book will be a deeply metaphysical and spiritual experience. For others, it will be thought-provoking, But either way, the book holds simple yet profound potential for everyone to respond on a deeply personal level.
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When Love Feels Like A Pocket Full Of Snails! by Georgina Ramsey - 99c - this book is a gem!

When Love Feels Like A Pocket Full Of Snails! For under a $1, this book is not only an absolute bargain, it is also a downright gem of a story!
Book Description from Amazon: Bella MacDonald is a wannabe hairdresser to the stars. She has her head in the clouds and a fistful of notes and, after feeling abandoned by everyone she loves, she decides that it’s now or never. Bella takes the plunge and jets off (well, chugs off) to a life in France, but mishaps ensue, as she is faced with a sexy farmer and his animals. Will she ever find true love and happiness? Will she return to England and Franco’s salon? And, will Mrs Humphries remember to take her glaucoma medication?

What inspired you to start writing, and when? I remember continuously writing stories when I was a small child – in fact, I was probably a little obsessive - and I couldn’t go to sleep without reading a book, which I’d stuff under my pillow for safekeeping, but I always thought that writing could only be a hobby and that I had to earn money through a ‘serious career.’ In the past, I’ve had articles published in newspapers, online, etc. but three or four years ago I became aware of the indie book market and began looking into publishing that way. At this point, my husband had no idea when he went to sleep on a night, I stayed up writing – he thought I was gossiping on social media… the cheek of it! I spent about three months planning the idea for a novel, and then a further six months drafting and re-drafting it - that turned into ‘Love, Life & Cream Cakes!’
How many books have you written?  If more than one, are any a series…or trilogy? I have four books published and available to download through Amazon at the moment. They are not part of a series, although one character does crop up in more than one. However, I’m working on a new novel at the moment, called ‘Rose Blood,’ and I’m hoping that this will be part of a YA trilogy.
Tell us a little about your book. ‘When Love Feels Like A Pocket Full Of Snails’ is a romantic comedy set in France. I have close connections with France and love the way of life over there. We were on holiday a couple of years ago and I took a photo of my niece, which then triggered off the idea for the book. It’s meant to be a light-hearted read that you can enjoy with a cuppa and a biscuit… or in my case, a packet!
Do you have plans for a new book? I do. As mentioned, I’m currently working on Rose Blood and this is a departure from the genre that I usually write it, but I’m enjoying the challenge.
Is there an Author that you would really like to meet? Kerry Fisher. She’s the author of ‘The School Gate Survival Guide’ and I love her sense of humour and style of writing – it doesn’t hurt my brain!

Do you plot or write by the seat of your pants? I would say that I’m probably a loose planner. I like to jot down an idea and then make notes as I go along, outlining each chapter, but the notes I produce for my stories could probably fit onto a single sheet of A4.

Did you have an editor edit your books? Rose Blood, due out 2015, is being professionally edited at the moment, which is why I am super excited about this project.
Do you prefer ebooks, paperbacks or hardcover? Paperbacks for their feel and smell, but ebooks for convenience.
Are you a self- published (Indie) Author? Yes, and I love the feeling of control that comes with it. I am, without doubt, a control freak and love to work at my own pace, which indie allows.
What books would you like to read again? All of Catherine Cookson’s. My mum turned me into a fan of Catherine Cookson when I was about eight, and the more I think about it, the more I think she is to blame for my obsession with writing and books.
What book are you currently reading and in what format (ebook/paperback/hardcover)? ‘The Key to Erebus (Les Corbeaux: The French Vampire Legend)’ by Emma V Leech and Roisin O’Connor. I’m only three chapters in, but it’s a pretty pleasant read so far - nice images, easy language, etc.
Who designed the cover of your book? I design all of my own book covers. I either take the photographs for them myself, or (in the case of ‘Love, Life & Cream Cakes!’) draw the images I need. Again, I like to be in control of this element, but also I love learning new skills and crawling out of my comfort zone.
Do you find yourself intrigued by the cover of a book enough to buy it?  Yes, covers are my weakness. I regularly buy books based upon whether the cover grabs my attention because I am a highly visual person.
Do you have any advice for other writers starting out? Don’t rush in. It’s so easy to publish nowadays, but because of this it’s possible to find yourself a little trigger happy to click ‘publish’ when your book may not actually be ready for market. I think many indie authors (me, for sure) have fallen for this temptation.
Do you ever write in your PJ’s? Always!
What are your pet peeves? Wet bread!

Pick one - Wine, Chocolate or shoes? Chocolate – no contest!

Cats or dogs? No! Too hard. I have both and love them all equally. I’m probably more in tune with cats, if I’m being totally honest, but that doesn’t stop me adoring dogs.

What is your favorite food and beverage? Mint choc chip ice-cream… I can eat it by the truckload.
How many hours per day do you try to devote to research and writing?Probably 4 hours when working alongside the day job, but that goes up to 10 hours on weekends and during holidays.
Sleep in or get up early? Sleep in.
Laptop or desktop for writing? Laptop.
Where and when do you prefer to do your writing? In the home office at night.
List 3 of your favorite movies? Don’t judge me! ‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,’ ‘Highlander’ and ‘Carry on Camping.’

Sex, Lies & Corned Beef Pies! Mae Ophelia Ball is a desperate, penniless student, who in a moment of madness is prepared to do anything – well, almost anything – for a bit of extra cash! She puts her moral conscience to one side, when she takes advice from the glamorous Lottie, and sets herself up as a phone sex operator, in order to earn a few extra quid. However, the glamour of a job in the sex industry soon wears off, and one of her callers, an elderly man called Bert, comes to her rescue. She soon learns that money isn’t everything, but has this lesson come a little too late?


Where can your readers stalk you? Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GeorginaRamseyAuthorOr Twitter: @GeorginaBRamsey
Is your book in Print, ebook or both? At the moment they are only available as ebooks, but Rose Blood will be available in both.
Do you give free ebooks away in exchange for honest reviews? I most certainly do.
Book links:UK http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=ntt_athr_dp_sr_1?_encoding=UTF8&field-author=Georgina%20Ramsey&search-alias=digital-text&sort=relevancerank

US http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=georgina+ramsey
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Seven disturbing little tales of terror by Kenya Moss-Dyme

Daymares is a 230 page collection of seven disturbing little tales of terror by Kenya Moss-Dyme. Here is an excerpt from Baby Mine, in which a woman faces the ultimate ‘morning-after’ following a lust-filled night with a brutish former lover.
Book Excerpt

In the room alone, she lay back on the exam table and pulled apart the white gown. She felt along the circumference of her belly and stroked the smooth skin of the growth that was now the size of a small watermelon. She had managed to hide it well beneath her work clothing, committing to wearing mostly oversize smocks and tunics paired with blazers that provided camouflage. But it was becoming increasingly difficult to keep her slacks above her hips since she could no longer fasten or zip them, having instead to use a belt to hold keep them from falling down and tripping her.
She pressed her fingers into the mound, gently at first, and then because she didn’t feel anything, she used even more pressure; she moved the position of her hands and pressed again, just past the point of pain, and she suddenly felt something shift inside. She gasped and cried out, jerking her hands up in the air away from her own body. She held as still as she could, not even breathing, and she felt it again. It moved. It scurried. From one side of her belly to the other.
She slowly returned her hands to her belly and cupped both sides, and after a few seconds, she felt the pressure of a poke from the inside, pushing against the surface of her skin as if it were trying to match her hands, to touch her, to join hands with her through her body. She recoiled in horror as she felt a tiny lump rise in her belly and move beneath her hand, searching and prodding, exploring.
She looked down and saw something poking up, like a thumb poking from the inside; she felt it dragging around on the interior of her body, almost as if it were drawing letters on a chalkboard, signaling her, trying to communicate with her. Panicked, she took her hand and slapped the lump hard, once, twice, until it disappeared beneath her skin, then began poking on the opposite side of her stomach. She reached over and used her fists to punch that lump down as hard as she could, gasping at the impact of being punched in the stomach, even if it were by her own fists.
She heard what sounded like a muffled screech of a cat and the baby inside punched back with the force of an angry punch by a small child - only it really hurt coming from the inside of where her organs resided!She held her breath, afraid to move for fear of alerting the doctor and nurse and they would think she was a lunatic and have her put on a 72 hour hold.

Jessica swallowed hard as she realized that the doctors were right about one thing. There was something inside of her. It was alive. And she had made it angry.
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Crescent City, by Chariss K Walker

Alec Winters quietly moves through the streets of New Orleans, the Crescent City, looking for predators—those who destroy and prey on innocence. Trained in close-hand combat, he uses these skills when necessary to kill the offenders. Sometimes, his military training isn't needed at all. Sometimes, the only thing it takes to end the lives of wicked, evil men is one look at him. 

After two suspicious murders in only a short time, the main problem Alec faces in his quest of redemption is a nosy reporter. Vivien Simon came to the metropolitan area to do a series on the effects of Hurricane Katrina—with crime rates on the rise, her interests are drawn to the seedier aspects of the city. She’s hoping to get the story that will make her career. When she discovers that both murder victims were pedophiles, Vivien begins a newspaper and blog campaign that frightens parents and turns the city upside down. 

Some say the perpetrator of the murders is an angel while others insist it’s a devil. With contrasting accounts, Vivien wonders if a vigilante is on the loose—or worse, a serial killer. She’s hell-bent on discovering the truth, but her persistence and stubbornness might bring her closer to death and damnation than she ever imagined. 

No one can stop the Angel of God…and they wouldn't want to get in his way.

Crescent City is live on Kindle and it is now live and ready for pre-order.
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BiographyAward winning author, Chariss K Walker, M. Msc, writes fiction and nonfiction books with a metaphysical message. All of her books are sold worldwide in eBook, paperback, and many in large print. Chariss lives in Amarillo, Texas. 

"Teresa's War", by Margaret J Carr

"Teresa's War" is a wonderful mix of pieces of history, memories, action scenes, bravery and emotional happenings
                Choose to change the types of books you usually read and try this one. It is probably the kind of book you never had a chance to encounter. A wonderful mix of pieces of history, memories, action scenes, bravery and emotional happenings, all written in an excellent style and elegance. A story that will manage to captivate your curiosity right from the beginning. Just read the Introduction and you will know what I mean.                The book starts softly, with the presentation of an old woman, marked by her life’s long years, illness and cold weather. But still, in spite of the fact that old age is leaving imprints over her body, the old lady has a strong spirit and good will. She is characterized as being an altruist person, who willingly helps her shallow and almost wealthy neighbor, just because her friend made her of use and wanted. Marked by years of loneliness, the old lady seems to appreciate the company of her next door neighbor, so she will accept to aid her in different choruses. Of course, the author will let you know her name. The old lady’s name is Teresa, which automatically will lead your thoughts to the title of the book. You already guess the old lady is the central character in the book.                But this book has a story based on the brave deeds, during the World War II, of a young girl living in Tyrol, the Austrian region taken over by Nazis at that time. Then, how did such a brave person ended up a lonely and helpless old lady? The story is told from the point of view of the main character, like the old woman remembers aspects of her former life. Take each step with her in the book and found out how she managed to help a family of Hungarian Jews to escape. Bearing in consideration that Teresa was only seven years old at that time, what she did were pure actions of bravery and concern for the human life. Thus, we have the story of a child hero, who managed to survive and also help others in one of the darkest pages of mankind history.                You can see the love of the author, Margaret J. Carr, for writing and novels, by the care and beautiful details she dressed the book with. The facts in the book are real, but she managed to sew around this historical fact a wonderful story about courage, compassion for people in need and the value of the family. It is a very pleasant book to read, having a cup of hot tea or chocolate on your side because the author is using gentle words and an elegant style. All these will only make the book more enjoyable regardless of the time and date you choose to read it. An excellent book, easy to read, both relaxing and with thrilling scenes, which will make us reflect over the hard times people had during war time. Most staggering is that the main character, Teresa, even if she had moments in life that might have brought down any other strong person; she remained a good hearted person.


Teresa's War is available at Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/dp/1770764437
About the AuthorI wrote my first book, an adventure story, at 12 when recovering from a childhood illness. After leaving school I trained in cosmetics and skin care until becoming the chief perfumery and cosmetic buyer for a department store. As a wife and mother I wrote the odd article or short story for magazines but it wasn’t until the 1980’s I returned to writing fulltime and have now completed over twenty fiction novels, ranging from murder mystery series to a teen fantasy trilogy and historical family saga. One of my titles has been on Waterstones best seller list and another was translated for the Indian market. Ten years ago I was writing scripts for TV soaps and radio, including storylines for the popular soap operas Eastenders and Coronation Street. I have one son and two grandsons and live a quiet, but busy, life in the north west of England.

A Christmas note and new book release from Fred Lichtenberg

Dear Friends,
Hope you are enjoying the holiday season. Like Santa, I’ve been busy putting the final touches on my first non-mystery novel,  Retired: Now What?  a humorous tale that affects all Baby Boomers in retirement or waiting to retire.
Starting today,  Retired  will be available in print and as an e-reader. (See press release below.) I’m attempting to reach the 78 million Baby Boomers in the U.S. I'll settle for less, though.
Can I impose on you to forward my email to friends, family, enemies, any Baby Boomer or any generation you know? Did I say the main character retired from the IRS? It also makes a great holiday gift. Only on Amazon.
I have not forgotten my mystery readers this holiday season.  OBSESSED , a short story about a missing woman is now available on Amazon as an e-reader for only $1.99. Such a deal!Thanks for your help.Happy Holidays!


Fred Lichtenberg’s Baby Boomer Release of Retired: Now What?
Heads-up, Baby Boomers! Jupiter resident Fred Lichtenberg, author of Deadly Heat at The Cottages: Sex, Murder, and Mayhem, (2013); Double Trouble (2012); and Hunter’s World (2011), has released Retired: Now What?, a humorous tale that addresses aging issues.
The story follows Floridian Eddie Short from his agonizing decision to retire through his first year of liberation. Eddie downsizes to a smaller house an hour away, annoys his wife with the 24/7 syndrome, grows bored, sinks into depression, recovers with happy pills during therapy, becomes a fast-food chicken mascot, takes up golf, loses friends but makes new ones, and finally finds himself.
Fred’s first non-murder mystery is a compelling and fun read for any of our 76 million Baby Boomers or any generation who wants to the avoid the perils of not formulating a retirement plan.
Retired: Now What? is available on Amazon as a soft cover or e-book. One click away! http://www.amazon.com/Fred-Lichtenberg/e/B004NA46N0Visit Fred at fredlichtenberg.com
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My Wife's Little Secret: An errant wife, a husband determined to find answers and a web of lies and deceit.

Excerpt:Since my wife was out partying again, bedtime routine for our girls was left to me. Again. I tucked Ally and Becky into bed and began to read a story to them. “Once upon a time…”“Dadda?” Ally said placing her hand on the storybook and stopping me from continuing.I paused and looked at my daughter. “Yes, Alleycat?”“Dadda, what’s a hooka?”“Whaaaat?” I peered at my daughter wondering if I had heard correctly.“The teacher at preschool, she said, ‘Here comes the hooka,’ when she saw Mummy.”Slowly, I lowered the book and stared at my daughter. “It’s …it’s …”How do I explain what a hooker is to a four-year-old? I shouldn’t even be in a position where I had to.
Synopsis:She called me the miracle in her life, I called her my little treasure. Sounds corny, I know, but I really believed I was the luckiest bastard on earth. I had the loving and supportive wife, a nurturing mother to our two precious girls, a thriving business and the future looked rosy. I was a contented man. But overnight everything changed. My wife withdrew from me, ignored our children, and made it clear she was no longer interested in playing the role of wife and mother.We had two children under five, they needed her. I needed her.When her dressing began to change and she disappeared for hours, I suspected I was not enough for her.Thinking she was having an affair, I placed my wife of five years under surveillance.What my surveillance revealed shook my world, broke my heart and exposed a web of lies and deceit.MY WIFE’S LI’L SECRET by Eve Rabi. A Gripping thriller that will leave you turning pages.
Reviews:"Wish I could award this book 10 out of 5 STARS!!""Wow I was totally entranced with this book from the beginning!""All in all I loved this book, it made me laugh, cry, hold my breath till I went blue, smile and finally caused my heart to break for Ritchie!""Very gripping but sad story line! But keep the tissues handy.""Twists that will blow your mind and make you think about this book long after you finish it."

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"My Heart In Seoul" From Bestselling Author Sydney Arrison.

From Bestselling Author Sydney Arrison.

"I really enjoyed writing the tender moments in the book. I think there's something so sweet and seductive about having someone look at you as if you're the only thing that matters in the world. I love the sweet looks, glances and almost moments when the characters are getting to know each other."


Tender passage from ''My Heart In Seoul"

Wen and Jasmine walked along the street festival. As they walked, Wen's hand gently brushed against Jasmine's. He felt her soft, delicate skin; and for a fleeting moment, he wanted to reach over and take her hand. He remembered the way she nuzzled her face against his neck, as he carried her to the limo. She felt so fragile and small. Yet, there was something about her that was powerful, magnetic and captivating.


Click to purchase My Heart in Seoul “or get it free with Kindle Unlimited.
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Book DescriptionIn the award winning contemporary romance *My Heart in Seoul*, "the author shows us that love has no boundaries, and barriers should never prevent anyone from going after their true soul mate. The story, without doubt, lives up to its title.
Jasmine Sinclair, is a strong-willed journalist who is engaged to a Hollywood actor. Her fiancé's indiscretions create a scandal, leaving Jasmine washing her hands of all men. At the insistence of her mother, she accompanies her father, Senator Sinclair, to Seoul on a business trip and is joined by her two best girlfriends, Candace and Rita, the catalysts that will push Jasmine to give love and romance another chance with the protagonist, Wen Hon."
- Author Vivienne Diane Neal.
Author BiographySydney Arrison is an award-winning, bestselling author. While a freshman in college her English professor encouraged her to pursue writing as a career. She was a reporter for the independent press and is currently working on her third novel. Her follow- up to "My Heart In Seoul," "Meet Me Under The Lavender Sky" was released this fall.
The author states "the world I live in is diverse and inclusive and I would like that reflected in my writing. In my perspective there are no limitations when it comes to love and relationships."
Sydney loves to hike, bike and play badminton when she isn't writing. She resides in New York with her husband and two children.
Be sure to check out Sydney's blog at: http://sydneyarrison.blogspot.com/ Follow her on
Twitter @sydneyarrison
and check out the "My Heart in Seoul" facebook page.

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Michelle Horst's (Author) reviewNov 20, 14
5 of 5 starsbookshelves: romanceRead on November 20, 2014
***"I don't regret this, and I don't regret you. I refuse to regret any of it. Whatever happens in the future, we had this, here, now, Becky Jensen. And I will never forget that. Ever."***
What an amazing story of loss and love! It's the perfect read for Christmas.
I love how the characters developed and how out of loss and hurt, love and friendship was found. It's a story of hope.

The Shrouded Caverns - A book by Jane Clarkston.

Has the Hall of Records been discovered? Is ancient wisdom being withheld by a covert group of men? Could secret scrolls  exist that hold the answers to mysteries that have eluded humanity for thousands of years? The possibility of what these records could disclose was overwhelming … endless possibilities.
Dr. Michael Shour, M.D. has been lured to Egypt by his old friend Baruti Fathy. Baruti has convinced Michael that he has discovered the hiding place of supernatural knowledge that has been concealed in Egypt for centuries. Michael has questioned the  purpose of mankind and his own purpose for decades, and is ready to find the answers he seeks. But is he ready to fight his way past a faceless legion of cold-blooded power that will stop at nothing to stop him? Are the scrolls and the information they contain worth the risk?




A book by Jane Clarkston.