Tag Archives: non fiction

Think and Be Postive Daily

I am not sure how Think and Be Postive Daily author Preston Heights ( 2020, 75 pages) came into my possession, but I ended up reading it on a flight because it was my only available reading material. In short, … Continue reading →

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The Gardener of Alcatraz

The Gardener of Alcatraz, by Emma Bland Smith (39 pages, 2022)I picked this book up recently while visiting Alcatraz Island, and it was an absolute treasure of a find. The path leading around the western side of the island actually … Continue reading →

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Living Proof

Living Proof (286, 2015)  John Capecci and Timothy Cage,is an essential resource for anyone looking to master the art of personal storytelling across written, interview, and public speaking formats. Authors Cage and Capecci provide a guide that offers a clear … Continue reading →

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Rest Is Sacred

In Rest Is Sacred: Reclaiming Our Brilliance Through Practicing Stillness by Octavia F. Raheem (134 pages, 2024), rest is presented as a sacred and transformative practice. A dear friend introduced me to this book, and we chose to read it … Continue reading →

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BookReview: Project Girl

If I had to describe Project Girl by Janet McDonald (2000, 231 pages) in three words, I’d choose heart-wrenching, thought-provoking, and soulful. This book fills you with sadness and frustration even as you keep rooting for her. I first read … Continue reading →

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