Indie author blog tour: The Seeds of Beauty by Lakeysha-Marie Green

Join Lakeysha-Marie Green, author of the fashion/self-help book, The Seeds of Beauty:Defining Your Beauty From the Inside Out, as she tours the blogosphere June 17 - September 13, 2013 on her first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book!

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ABOUT THE SEEDS OF BEAUTY

What’s the real secret to radiant beauty? It may come as no surprise that how we look on the outside is directly connected to the beauty deep inside us. What’s more, when we are burdened with the weight of low self-esteem, it’s all-too-visible in our physical appearance. That’s why a truly successful makeover begins by reconnecting with who we are at our very core—long before the swipe of the credit card or snip of the shears.

Now, fashion stylist Lakeysha-Marie Green has written a groundbreaking new guide to developing show-stopping beauty from the inside out. Inspirational and easy to use, The Seeds of Beauty seamlessly joins the key elements of inner beauty with savvy, expert style advice on making the most of your own physical attributes. Addressing both of these all-important parts of true beauty, this gorgeous resource comes together in one illuminating journey that looks as fabulous as it feels. In Part One, “Beauty Within,” you’ll learn to build a foundation of self-love, exploring subjects such as acknowledging your value, developing resilience and finding the courage to move forward. Part Two, “Beauty Reflected,” offers you practical advice on wardrobe fundamentals to bring out your beauty and create a winning style, such as working with your body type, selecting your best colors, choosing a swimsuit, and even building a shoe wardrobe. Unlike other fashion and beauty makeover books on the market, The Seeds of Beauty challenges you to discover just why you are uniquely beautiful on the inside. Once you have embraced your own brand of beauty, you’ll be truly motivated to master the building blocks to accentuate your appearance—and glow with your own exquisite beauty from the inside out. PURCHASE AT:

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ABOUT LAKEYSHA-MARIE GREEN

Author Lakeysha-Marie Green is no stranger to tackling style dilemmas. A fashion stylist and former women's fit technologist, her extensive experience in the fashion industry taught her the importance of fit, fashion, and effortless style. Her penchant for creativity led to her work in editorial magazines, international film premieres, and advertising. Passionate about helping women to look their best, Lakeysha-Marie has contributed her style expertise on television and in print publications. Inspired by her own roller coaster ride to self-discovery, Lakeysha-Marie began writing to illustrate the potential for transformation that lies within us all. She holds a degree in fashion design & merchandising, with continued coursework in styling & photography from the London College of Fashion.

Visit her blog at: http://www.theseedsofbeauty.com

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The Seeds of Beauty Virtual Book Publicity Tour Schedule

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Monday, June 17 - Book featured at Mary's Cup of Tea

Tuesday, June 18 - 1st Chapter Reveal at 4 the Love of Books

Wednesday, June 19 - 1st Chapter Reveal at Parenting 2.0

Friday, June 21 - Interviewed at Review From Here

Monday, June 24 - Book featured at Beyond the Books

Tuesday, June 25 - Book featured at Authors and Readers Book Corner

Thursday, June 27 - Book reviewed at My Life. One Story at a Time

Friday, June 28 - Interviewed at Literal Exposure

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First Chapter
The Burning Ship

On the journey to becoming our better selves, there is always a risk. In essence we are leaving behind the only way we have ever known, however self-destructive it may be. The best analogy I could use here is a burning ship.

Negative thoughts have a way of gaining momentum like a fire stoked by a fiercely moving wind until they quickly surround us with smoke so thick it is hard for us to see through the haze. No matter how much others love us, how many admire us, or how successful our lives may be, we find it harder and harder to breathe.

Trapped on the burning ship that is our inner self, the only way to escape the engulfment is to jump into the water waiting below. The choice to jump can stem from a variety of reasons. It could be a life-changing illness, a divorce from an unhappy marriage, or simply waking up to the fact that we want more for ourselves. Tentatively, we cross the deck and are ready to take the leap. Then, screaming from the abyss of our souls, we take the leap off the ship and land safely into the cool, refreshing waters.

Relieved, we feel the intense sensation of a new start, a new beginning. Happily we laugh as ripples of freedom break through the surface of the water with our every movement. And then the inevitable happens.

We look to the shore and suddenly realize how far away it is. Can we swim that far?

Panic sets in.

We look back at the burning ship and begin to desperately rationalize. Maybe if we splash water on the deck, the flames will retreat and it won’t be so bad. Sure, the boat isn’t in the best condition, but maybe, just maybe, despite all the holes, it will still make it to shore.

Change can bring a sense of vulnerability to anyone experiencing it. It can be very frightening to step out into new waters. Instinctively, we retreat to what makes us feel safe and secure even if it’s a burning ship. Then without realizing it we, like the burning ship, sink back into the same negative patterns of the past. We try to reassure ourselves that it wouldn’t have worked out anyway, but in truth we never know because we were too scared to venture beyond our fear.

As you work to better yourself both internally and externally, you may feel the fear that often accompanies change. Like many before you, you will see the distance to the shore and look back to the burning ship. This is a natural reaction that does not indicate weakness.

But instead of returning, you have to make the conscious decision to swim away from the burning ship. With each stroke you will fight the currents of doubt, and each kick will strengthen you and propel you toward your goal. You will tire as everyone inevitably does. But instead of letting yourself sink into the depths of naysayers, float on your back and rest for a bit. Let the waves of hope and the belief in yourself carry you toward shore. And when you are rested and feel strong again, roll over and start to swim again, and don’t stop the journey until you reach the shore.

There have been many burning ships in my life from which I have been forced to jump—bad relationships, dead-end jobs, and self-destructive behavior, to name an attractive few.

And because I have the tendency to be stubborn, I have experienced the pain of repeat voyages. How did I learn to stop setting my ships on fire? I began to look for the warning signs. There is always smoke before the flames. When you smell the smoke, which can appear in the form of self-destructive thoughts, insecurities, or pressures to conform to someone else’s ideals, stop what you are doing and look to see where the smoke is coming from.

Is this self-induced? Are the people with whom you associate healthy for your well-being? Has someone in the past told you that you weren’t good enough, and though buried in the years of your past, the heat of it still burns subconsciously?

If you follow the smoke, you will find the source of your fire. And once you locate it, you possess the ability to squelch it before it turns into a rampant blaze. In doing so you will not only gain insight about yourself, you will also strengthen yourself for the future...

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Indie author book review: Through the Crimson Mirror by Fran Lewis

Indie book review for Through the Crimson Mirror by Fran Lewis is up permanently on my blog.
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Indie author blog tour: The 7 Keys to Change by William Matthies

Join William Matthies, author of the business and personal leadership self-help book, The 7 Keys to Change: A New Approach to Managing Change to Live Better and Work Smarter, as he tours the blogosphere June 3 - July 26, 2013 on his first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book!

ABOUT THE 7 KEYS TO CHANGE

Research by McKinsey & Company and IBM Global Business Services says that 50% to 60% of companies fail to achieve some to all of their goals and objectives, with as many as 20% failing completely.
The divorce rate among first time marrieds continues to hover around 50% increasing to 60%+ among those marrying two times or more.
Is there correlation in these numbers?
This is no coincidence; these and other statistics describing our personal and professional lives demonstrate a strong correlation between failures in one leading to failure in the other.
“The 7 Keys to Change” teaches both the individual and the manager what they need to do to improve their efforts to manage change in their personal and professional lives.”

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ABOUT WILLIAM MATTHIES

In 1986, I founded what was to become the largest independent market research/database marketing company in the consumer electronics and high tech fields. By the time I sold it in 1997, The Verity Group employed 400+ people at its California and Costa Rica offices.

Prior to that, I cofounded Barcus Berry Electronics, Inc. a venture capital-backed start-up with a proprietary audio technology called BBE, which was licensed for use in audio, video, computing, and telecommunication products.

From 1977 to 1983, I wore several hats at Pioneer Electronics (USA), Inc. including Director of Market Research, Director Sales Planning, National Sales Manager, Special Markets, Vice President Marketing and, ultimately, Senior Vice President Marketing and Product Development.

Today, I serve on corporate advisory boards, am a contributor for TWICE (the consumer electronics industry’s major trade publication) and lecture frequently at industry events around the world on managing change, strategic planning, and customer relations.

His latest book is The 7 Keys to Change Visit his website at www.coyoteinsight.com or 7 Keys page

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The 7 Keys to Change Virtual Book Publicity Tour Schedule

Monday, June 3 - Book reviewed and 1st chapter reveal at Get Reading Now

Tuesday, June 4 - Book featured at Parenting 2.0

Wednesday, June 5 - Book featured at The Writer's Life

Thursday, June 6 -Book featured at Naturally Kim B

Monday, June 10 - Book reviewed at My Devotional Thoughts

Thursday, June 13 - Guest blogging at The Story Behind the Book

Friday, June 14 - 1st chapter reveal at Parenting 2.0

Monday, June 17 - Interviewed at Broowaha

Wednesday, June 19 - Interviewed at Examiner

Friday, June 21 - Book featured at My Cozie Corner

Monday, June 24 - Interviewed at Literal Exposure

Tuesday, June 25 - Guest blogging at Literarily Speaking

Thursday, June 27 - Interviewed at Review From Here

Friday, June 28 - Interviewed at Beyond the Books

PART I
Introduction:
The Change in You

Question 1
Which of the following describes how you feel?
(Percent saying statement describes them.)
62%...... Change is inevitable; you couldn’t stop it if you
wanted to.
54%...... I am generally very optimistic.
47%...... When it comes to making change in my personal life,
it’s up to me.
46%......There is a lot I would like to change.
37%...... I can change anything I set my mind on.
36%...... Most of the change I’ve experienced in my life has
been good.
31%....... I get bored when things stay the same for too long.
31%.......Change is neither good nor bad.
28%......Too many things changing all at once scare me.
27%...... I get anxious when things change.
23%...... I am content in my business/work AND personal lives.
19%...... Changes in my job are very different than changes in
my personal life.
18%...... I love change.
15%....... I am NOT very good at making change happen.
14%...... I am content with my personal life but NOT my
business/work life.
14%...... I am generally very pessimistic.
9%......... Most of the change I’ve experienced in my life has
been bad.
7%......... When it comes to making changes in my company, it’s
up to me.
5%......... If I had my way, nothing would change.
5%......... I am content with my business/work life but NOT my
personal life.

Chapter 1
How We View Change
Before getting to the specifics of what change is and how to make the
results of changes in our lives more positive, let’s consider what a statistically
valid sample of people (such as you and me) have to say on the
subject.
The following summarizes the attitudes and opinions of 512 individuals
between eighteen and seventy years old living in the United States.1
When you look at their answers to questions about change, you’ll see
that your views are the views of many.
It is fairly rare in surveys to find things that “everyone” or “no one” “always”
or “never” believes, but you wouldn’t guess that based on how
we talk—for example, “Everyone’s going.” “No one shops there.” or “I
am totally okay with that.”
However, rather than absolutes, we find a wide divergence of opinion.
And when it comes to how people feel about change, things are no
different.
The first question sets the stage for all that follow, and there are only two
instances where a majority agrees that the statement describes them. All
others are below a majority (less than 51 percent); in several cases, they
are low to the point of being—at best—a significant minority (approximately
25 percent) if not an outright small group (10 percent or less).
There is much to learn from these data and little way to define people
based on just one answer. For example, the 62 percent who feel that
change is inevitable include some of the 54 percent who say they are
optimistic, along with the 14 percent who self-describe themselves as
pessimistic.
The approximately 20 percent who say they love change is also a diverse
group, including men and women of all ages, some of whom are
content with the changes in their lives and some not. What about the
46 percent who say there’s a lot they’d like to change relative to the 37
percent who feel they can change whatever they wish? Are they mostly
mutually exclusive, with a few in one group also being in the other?
Possibly but not likely. Identifying how you would like something to be
is not the same as knowing how to make it so.
Perhaps the most important conclusion is the fact that there is so much
divergence in these answers. This suggests that when it comes to change,
there is conflict in the minds of many, and if that is how you feel, at least
you know you are not alone.
OU R CHANGE “BATTING AVE RAGE”
Each of us has, at many different times, in countless different circumstances,
attempted to make change happen to our benefit. How has
that worked for you? Are you happy with the outcome? Look at this
group’s responses to see how you compare.
Question 2 asked, “Have you attempted to make what you would consider
‘big changes’ in either your job/business or personal life?”
• Seventy-three percent indicated they had, whereas 27 percent
indicated they hadn’t.
Question 3 asked, “Was the change you attempted to make in your job/
business, your personal life, or both?”
• Job/business: 15 percent
• Personal: 37 percent
• Both: 49 percent
Now for question 4: “How did your attempts at change turn out?”
• Very well, I successfully made the changes I wanted: 42 percent.
• Okay, but not completely what I had in mind: 35 percent.
• Not well; I was unable to make the changes I wanted: 23 percent.
Three of four people have attempted what they consider to be big
changes in their lives, with half the changes being in both their professional
and personal lives. And interesting for reasons you will come to
understand later, only approximately 40 percent report complete satisfaction,
with an additional one third finding things okay, and the remaining
25 percent indicating poor outcomes.
As an aside, imagine being a manager in a company charged with facilitating
major changes in the way the company does business. If that
were you, which of these individuals would you want to have working
on your change initiatives? Who would you not want? Not sure? Keep
reading.
THE CHANGING FUTURE
Question 5 asked, “Are you currently thinking about making what you
consider to be major changes in your job or business and/or your personal
life?”
• Job or business: 10 percent
• Personal life: 22 percent
• Both: 20 percent
• No: 49 percent
What do you think of the 49 percent who say they are not thinking
about major changes? If you aren’t comfortable with change, you might
feel a bit envious and assume they have nothing to change.
This may be so, but possible alternative reasons for their answers include
the following:
• They had just completed all the major changes they needed to
make at the time they answered this question.
• It never occurred to them to think about change.
• People don’t think about change until they are forced to.
Whatever the case, those not considering major changes will experience
just as much change as those who are thinking about making
changes. Change is inevitable, a fact acknowledged by two thirds of the
sample. So what’s on the minds of the 51 percent who are considering
changes? Question 6 (“What changes are you considering?”) provides
the answer.
• Improve a relationship: 24 percent
• Where I live: 20 percent
• End a relationship: 15 percent
• Begin a relationship: 12 percent
• Career: 10 percent
• Improve health: 9 percent
• Have children: 7 percent
• Lose weight: 5 percent
The above categories in question 6 summarize detailed responses from
those who plan change. These people are not only considering “career
changes.” They’re going to quit jobs, find new jobs, seek or refuse promotions,
ask for raises, transfer to new locales, work harder, slow down,
and start or close their own companies.
This level of detail is also present for the other categories. They are investing
time and energy considering what to do, whether or not the
contemplated change is something they desire. Like it or not, ready or
not, they understand change is on the horizon. But are they prepared
for what that means?
CHANGE YES—BUT HO W?
At any given time, 50 percent of us are contemplating significant changes.
You’d think we’d also have plans to increase the odds of success, but
as question 7 indicates (“Do you have a specific way or process you use
for changing things?”), far more don’t than do.
• I don’t have a way or process for changing things. I would just do
whatever comes to mind: 61 percent.
• I do have a way or process for changing things and would use that:
39 percent.
Does a specific methodology help with the outcomes? Remember the
23 percent in question 4 who said they failed to make their desired
changes? That number decreases to just 9 percent among those who
say they have a specific methodology. Yes, a plan helps.
I’d even venture a guess that a significant number of the 9 percent who
had a plan but failed to make their desired changes did so because they
had the wrong plan.
Perhaps the most uncertainty comes when contemplating change in our
personal versus professional lives. Is the approach the same for both?
According to the sample, the answer is a resounding…we’re not sure.
When asked if the process people should use to change something at
work is the same or similar to the process they should use to change
something in their personal lives, 36 percent said it was the same,
whereas 32 percent thought the opposite. The remaining 32 percent
were not sure.
You are correct if you assume there are many different ways to attempt
personal and professional change, but remember the goal is not attempting
change but achieving positive results. As you will see in later
chapters, our collective track record in doing that is not all that good.
WHE RE WE LOO K FOR HEL P
Results aside, question 8 (“Which, if any, of the following sources of
information have you used to better understand how you can make
change happen?”) tells us where people turn for help when contemplating
change.
• Asked advice from friends or family: 53 percent.
• Read books about how to change things: 35 percent.
• Read magazine articles about how to make change happen: 28
percent.
• I haven’t done any of these things: 27 percent.
• Talked with a professional, such as a medical doctor, a psychiatrist,
or a psychologist: 25 percent.
• Asked business associates for advice: 14 percent.
• Attended a seminar led by someone who knows how to make
change happen: 10 percent.
• Talked with a psychic: 3 percent.
The preceding suggests hope for authors writing about change, but still
only one in three individuals rely on books. Slightly more than 50 percent
are looking to others for guidance, many of which are equally at a
loss. (“The blind leading the blind” comes to mind.) Lastly, the psychic
community is at the bottom of the list, but “experts” don’t fare much
better. There is no clear agreement as to where one should go to learn
how to make positive changes happen. Sadly, most people really don’t
know what to do.
THE ROLE OF BUSINE SS
We’ve looked at how people view change, some of which will be altered
by what their companies say and do. But how do employees feel
about willingness of their employers to help them manage change—in
the workplace and at home?
Although the musical refrain “we are family” may be as common in employee
handbooks as it is at wedding receptions, when it comes to following
through on such claims, the vote is split.
Question 9 asked, “As far as you know, when your company says it is
‘family,’ does that include the employee’s family members or just the
employees themselves?”
• It does include employee family members: 52 percent.
• It does not include employee family members; only employees
are included: 36 percent.
• I don’t know: 12 percent.
Question 10 asked, “Based on what employers do compared with what
they say, which of the following best describes how believable a company’s
claim is regarding being a ‘family’?”
• They include both employees and employee family members in
the company “family,” and the claim is believable: 50 percent.
• They do treat employees like members of the company “family”
but do not include employee family members, so the claim is only
half believable: 28 percent.
• They do not treat employees or their family members as “family,”
and the claim is not believable: 22 percent.
To a glass half-full person, the fact that 50 percent of the respondents
said employers were family inclusive would be positive. The glass halfempty
types would point out that 50 percent of the respondents think
their employers fall into the dysfunctional family definition. Does it matter?
It doesn’t if employees have no personal problems, and, if they do,
these problems do not affect their job performance.
Let’s see what the employees have to say about this. Question 11 asked,
“How often would you say your personal problems negatively affect
your job performance?”
• Often to always: 17 percent
• Sometimes: 39 percent
• Rarely to never: 39 percent
It is possible that some people who believe their work performance is
negatively affected by personal problems may be wrong. However, it is
also likely that an even larger number of those who do not think their
personal lives intrude on their performance may also be wrong.
Which do you feel is most likely? If you are a manager charged with
making change happen through the efforts of either or both groups,
are you willing to assume that the personal problems of employees will
not be an issue?
In the end, you cannot help where help is not welcomed, so it made
sense to ask whether employees would be open to offers of help (with
their personal issues) coming from their employers.
Question 12 asked, “Whether or not your company offers to help employees
solve personal problems, do you think it would be a good idea
if it did?”
• Yes: 66 percent
• No: 34 percent
As stated previously, there are few absolutes in life and this is but one
more example. The one third who say they are not looking to their
companies for help will probably view attempts by their employers
to help as an invasion of their privacy. But that still leaves two thirds
who feel otherwise. The more a company can help its employees help
themselves, the greater the probability that the company will also
achieve its goals. This is good to know, but a more pressing question
remains: “What now?”
With this snapshot of how individuals like us view change, we can move
into discovering what change is all about, as well as the tools we need
to bring about favorable changes in our personal and professional lives.

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Indie author blog tour: The Princess and the Stableboy by Rebecca Rynecki

~ About the Author ~

A graduate of Hollins University in southwestern Virginia, Rebecca has put her ancient history degree to good use with the Alaina Downs trilogy, a New Adult/Fantasy series. At least that’s what she tells herself. When she’s not writing, she lives in the Litchfield hills of Connecticut with her husband and young son. She dances, and runs, and upon occasion…sings very badly.

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~ About the Book ~



Title: The Princess and the Stableboy
Author: Rebecca Rynecki
Published: Coming Fall 2013
Genre: NA Fantasy Romance
Content Warning: Some Sexual Content
Recommended Age: 17+

~ Synopsis ~

Once upon a time, before Alaina fell into Isleen…
There was a kingdom devoid of magic…
Until one day when Astra, the princess of Isleen is awoken by dragons flying by her window. She escapes with the help of Peter, a stableboy who is hiding a few secrets of his own.
The land is thrust into peril. The wizards Uther and Avalon have returned from their banishment by unknown forces, and they are determined to take over once more…even if it means turning most of the people into ogres.
Astra finds herself fighting for her home in an ages old fairy tale of good, evil…and love.

~ Excerpt ~

Astra nodded, and waved him off, turning her attention over to a small group of dancers. She tore off some more of the meat, and started to sway along with the soft music coming from the dulcimer. A light rain was beginning to fall, and she glanced up, opening her mouth slightly to take some of it in. Astra smiled, letting her eyes flutter momentarily across the night sky.
Peter turned around, the mugs of mead trembling in his hands. He watched her, his eyes roving over her body before they settled on her gently moving hips. His heart raced, and he panted, taking a sip of the mead before looking at her again. She had finished the turkey leg and was now standing on her tip toes, giggling as she let her tongue dart out to catch some of the rain.
They locked eyes, and she gave him a smile. Peter left the mead down on the table, and slowly walked over.
“You left the mead,” she murmured.
He exhaled. “You’re beautiful,” Peter blurted out.
Astra blushed. “Thank you.” She pointed up at the sky. “I think it’s starting to rain.”
“Is it?” he croaked. His eyes trailed down to her mouth. “I don’t think I noticed.” Peter let out a small groan as her tongue ran over her bottom lip. “Do you want to dance?”
“Oh.” Astra’s cheeks pinked once more as she nodded.
Peter wrapped his arm around her waist, drawing her closer to him as the pace of the music increased. He could feel her heart beat against his and he sighed. “Astra…”
Her eyes flicked up. “Hmmmm?”
He kissed her. Astra gasped, her mouth opening as she felt the heat of his tongue searching for hers. She shut her eyes, her knees quaking as she moaned. She could feel the rain pelt down on them, and she sighed.
Peter shook, and he panted, gently releasing her. He swallowed, his jaw line clenching as he settled his hands on her cheeks and searched her eyes. “Astra…”
“Peter…” Astra closed her eyes, and tried to steady her heartbeat as they rested their foreheads against each other. “Peter…”

~ Giveaway ~

There is an event wide giveaway. One winner will receive an eBook copy (ePub or PDF) of book #1 in the series, The Secret World of Alaina Downs.

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Indie author blog tour: Abundance Triggers by Kanta Bosniak

Join Kanta Bosniak, author of the inspiration and personal growth book, Abundance Triggers, as she tours the blogosphere June 3 - June 28, 2013 on her first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book!

ABOUT ABUNDANCE TRIGGERS

Most people get that “happy” is the launch pad for personal and professional success. But, where’s the “happy button?” Author, minister and coach Kanta Bosniak has made a lifetime study of state-shifting and offers readers a whole toolbox of happy buttons she calls abundance triggers.” “Abundance Triggers is a practical how-to for shifting negative thoughts and the emotions they produce to those good feelings which boost energy and support well-being. Bosniak begins with simple yet efficient physical awareness techniques and guides readers through a process of how to build their own more advanced and personalized triggers for relaxation, increased energy and sense of purpose. Once the toolbox is built, she then delves deeper into disengaging those limiting beliefs and the habitual negative emotions they generate and replacing the old sad “stories” with more resourceful ones. Bosniak also shares entertaining anecdotes and personal stories. Her writing voice is warm, conversational and engaging and the book is filled with refreshingly lighthearted and whimsical doodle art as well as creative journaling exercises to help the reader anchor and habituate a feel-good new “normal.”  

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ABOUT KANTA BOSNIAK

Kanta Bosniak is an artist, writer and minister with over 40 years experience an educator in spiritual growth. She is a frequent speaker at churches, universities and conferences throughout the US. Venues have included Yale, Columbia, SUNY, Virginia Tech, UNCW, Camp LeJeune Midway Center for US Marines, The Association for Research and Enlightenment, Unity Churches, and many more. Kanta is the author of 12 books and 5 audio recordings and was twice Artist-in-Residence at Omega Institute. Collectors of Kanta's art include a Nobel Prize Winner, an Emmy-winning producer, a popular television actress, several authors, a U.S. National champion athlete and people of all walks of life. She is listed in Who’s Who in American Women.

Website: http://www.KantaBosniak.com

 

 

   

Abundance Triggers Virtual Book Publicity Tour Schedule

Wednesday, June 5 - 1st chapter reveal at My Devotional Thoughts

Friday, June 7 - 5 Things at Literarily Speaking

Monday, June 10 - Interviewed at Gina's Library

Tuesday, June 11 - Interviewed at Review From Here

Thursday, June 13 - 1st Chapter Reveal at Parenting 2.0

Tuesday, June 18 - Interviewed at My Cozie Corner

Wednesday, June 19 - Interviewed at Literal Exposure

Friday, June 21 - Book reviewed at The Dark Phantom

Monday, June 24 - Book reviewed at Thayer's Grey Matter

Tuesday, June 25 - Book featured at Authors and Reader's Book Corner

Wednesday, June 26 - Book reviewed at I'm Shelf-ish

Friday, June 28 - Book reviewed and interviewed at The True Book Addict

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Indie author blog tour: Plato letters to my son by Neel Burton

About the Book:
My doctor tells me that, at last, I am dying. The time has come for me to write, or, rather, dictate these letters to you. I pray that I might remain lucid for long enough to finish the task and ask that you forgive any lapses in my memory or reason. I propose not so much to counsel you as to furnish you with an account of my life and thought; not the impersonal and incomplete fabrication that you or anyone might piece together from my books, but the real account–in so far as there could ever be such a thing. For all the man and the god that I have found in you, I do not, and cannot, expect your tender years to tease out my every accent and every nuance, and I am writing as much to account myself to you as to account myself to myself.

Neel Burton, as psychiatrist who lives and teaches in Oxford, has authored a number of non-fiction books to date, and Plato: Letters to my Son is his first foray into fiction. Early reviews of this lively and intelligent book have been strong, with one reviewer calling it a “wonderful and gracefully written introduction to the world of ancient philosophy”.

About the Author:
Dr Neel Burton is a psychiatrist, philosopher, writer, and wine-lover who lives and teaches in Oxford. He is the recipient of the Society of Authors Richard Asher Prize, the British Medical Association Young Authors’ Award, and the Medical Journalists’ Association Open Book Award.

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