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Rise to Greatness: Realize Inspired Success Everyday! Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alvin Dawkins) — Fri, 26 Jul 2013 13:45:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rise to Greatness: Realize Inspired Success Everyday! Author: Alvin Dawkins, Sterling Publishing Group Narrator: Mark MClain Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-13 Publisher: Alvin Dawkins Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Rise to Greatness is the story of one man's journey from near death and the loss of a leg, adversity and pain, and how he was able to succeed and overcome his tragedy through faith, perseverance and a R.I.S.E. - to Realize Inspired Success Everyday! Alvin Dawkins shares the wisdom he used to rebuild his life and legacy with courage, commitment and truth in this moving story that will instruct, motivate and inspire you to succeed each and every day! Members Reviews: WOW, I could not put this book down! I'm not typically a book reader, but I ordered this book after hearing about it on chosen4media talk radio. I will attach a link. I heard Alvin Dawkins talking about how he had a life changing event and he was able to over come. He encouraged me just by listening to him talk about how it was like he went to sleep one day, and when he woke up he was on the moon and needed to change in order to live. This book is a thriller yet it teaches you to stay positive regardless of what life throws at you. I heard Alvin say it may become a movie, I really hope so. I recommend this book to everyone and will be following him on his site www.Alvindawkins.com. He also has recorded broadcasts at www.blogtalkradio.com/chosen4media. Great info, Great book, Great guy! I can't wait for the next book he writes. I hope this helps someone. Inspirational......A Must Read!!! I had no idea when I began reading this book that I would be totally engaged starting with the first chapter. As a reader of many books, this book is one deep in substance, that will elevate your level of self awareness. I was extremely impressed with the author's -Alvin Dawkins openess and candor as he reveals a life altering obstacle that would have shattered and totally shut down most. The author reveals how he overcame his struggles. In reading this book one will be motivated and empowered with information that will cause you to reflect on one's own life, how you can come from a mindset of captivity to a mindset of power. I enjoyed this inspirational book and encourage all to read. MUST READ This book is great. If you have been through something - this book is for you. If your life has taken a drastic change - this book is for you. If you just want to be encouraged - this book is for you. Alvin Dawkins begins with his journey of losing his leg to his triumph of how he was able to overcome this drastic change in his life with the help of the Lord. He gives you tips on how to overcome depression, mind games and the will to give up. He gives you scriptures to encourage you when you are weak. This book will inspire you to never give up on yourself or the Lord, especially when your life has taken a drastic change. It's a True Honor! It is a privilege and a honor to have been under his powerful anointed Ministry. I sat as close as I could get, soaking in every message. Pastor Dawkins is a wonderful, awesome, Teacher, Preacher, Pastor, Author, Dad, Spiritual Dad, and a wonderful devoted husband. This book touched my heart tremendously, and drew many tears, page by page. I am truly blessed to have experienced the blessings and witness the victories! As Pastor Dawkins writes, "Im Possible" !!! There's nothing impossible for God.

I Wish I Were Engulfed in Flames Audiobook by Jeni Decker

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeni Decker) — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 11:55:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Wish I Were Engulfed in Flames Subtitle: My Insane Life Raising Two Boys with Autsim Author: Jeni Decker Narrator: Tess Malis Kincaid Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 12-31-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: The down and dirty world of one autism mom's journey - from sex-ed to Santa Claus. Jeni Decker is five-foot nothing and one hundred and [redacted] pounds - a self-described roly-poly, forty-something, Reubenesque bon-bon of a gal, often called cute but never sexy. She has two sons with autism on opposite ends of the spectrum (Jake and Jaxson), a husband who prefers hunting to household chores, an Australian Shepherd named Sugar, and an albino frog named Humbert Humbert. This is her story - a brash, personal, and sometimes shocking memoir of one womans determination to raise two healthy kids with autism and keep her sanity in the process. Its not always easy. Between poop incidents, temper tantrums, and the helpful advice about parenting from her fellow citizens in the grocery store, Jeni often finds herself wanting to throw something. With chapters like: Tickling the Weiner, Why I Hate Pokemon, Santa: Give It a Friggin Rest, Already, and Oprahs the Reason My Kid Thinks I Want to Drown Him in the Tub, I Wish I Were Engulfed in Flames also includes mini-chapters written by her eldest son, Jake. Listeners looking for laughter and inspiration will find it here aplenty, along with tons of surreal anecdotes that will have you either shaking your head in disbelief (for those unacquainted with the world of autism) or nodding with recognition (for those who are). As Jeni says, I developed a new normal. Editorial Reviews: When an audiobook is titled I Wish I Were Engulfed in Flames and the opening chapter is "Tickling the Wiener", listeners know they'll be in for a hilarious ride. Jeni Decker, a self -described "roly-poly, Reubenesque bon-bon of a gal", is just trying her best to keep her household running smoothly with her two boys at opposite ends of the Autism spectrum and a husband who's more at home hunting than sweeping. With a satirical and sharp performance by narrator Tess Malis Kincaid, this memoir from Decker provides laughter and inspiration for all members of the family. Members Reviews: Great to know I'm not alone. loved this book! It is wonderful to know that someone else has similar crazy experiences. Have re-read many times.

Teaching in China: Seven Dog Years Audiobook by Charlotte Salyer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charlotte Salyer) — Tue, 29 May 2012 09:07:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Teaching in China: Seven Dog Years Author: Charlotte Salyer Narrator: Carrie Steele Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 05-29-12 Publisher: Charlotte Salyer Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: You are sure to laugh when a Nevada housewife, struggling through her own midlife crisis, shares her experiences while teaching in China. Through a plentitude of cultural nuances and interesting characters, Salyer details her touching and provocative journey leading to a greater appreciation for everything American. Whether you desire to teach abroad, make a life change or merely satisfy your own curiosity, this story is filled with the truths of one woman's journey and teaching experience abroad. Members Reviews: Light insight into the topic, odd audio editing What did you like about this audiobook? The topic, Americans teaching in China, intrigued me, but the writer's insight remained superficial. How has the book increased your interest in the subject matter? To learn more about this topic, I'll turn to other books, blogs, and resources on this topic (because this book is light on depth and breadth). Does the author present information in a way that is interesting and insightful, and if so, how does he achieve this? The conversational writing style facilitated the listening experience, but sometimes tipped into a gossipy tone with light substance. It frustrated me to get more insight into the writer's narrow American cultural vision and into her mid-life crisis than into the Chinese culture. For my taste, it felt a bit too self-centered and shallow, as if this trip to China was mostly a feel-good manicure to heal the author's mood. Regrettably, we don't feel much of her investment into her missions (helping Chinese students improve their English, being an ambassador of her culture), and she shares little about her classroom experiences. What did you find wrong about the narrator's performance? The reader articulates well, but she has a mild case of a California Valley Girl accent that reinforces the superficial overtone of the text (further highlighting the book's weakness). The production is sub-par because the silent pauses at the end of chapters are cut down too short, and it creates run-on sentences that combine the last sentence of a chapter and the title of the next chapter (confusing!). These too-short pauses occur in other places in the text. Otherwise, the audio quality is good. Do you have any additional comments? For the same topic, and a much better book (with more insight, cultural comparisons, teaching experiences, stronger prose, etc.), pick Peter Hessler's River Town. If you're still hungry for more, and can be satisfied with a light fare next, try this book. Hilarious At Times... Unbelievable at Times! Excellent story of the author's experience of teaching in China during the last decade. Hilarious at times and unbelievable at times! The author takes you on a journey that almost seems as if you're right there with her throughout. I've lived in China off and on for the last several years, and I couldn't agree more with the way the author conveys her personal experience of being there and living there. This book is "right on" and I highly recommend it to anyone thinking about going to China or who wants a great realistic look at the wonderful Chinese people and a fascinating culture to boot! The author has a great saying that says "life is too short "not" to take chances" Great book!

My Lovely Wife Audiobook by Mark Lukach

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Lukach) — Thu, 04 May 2017 04:11:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Lovely Wife Subtitle: A Memoir of Madness and Hope Author: Mark Lukach Narrator: Josh Bloomberg Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 05-04-17 Publisher: Macmillan Digital Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Mark and Giulia fell for each other in their teens, married in their 20s, and didn't realise what their love would demand of them until Giulia suffered a terrifying and unexpected psychotic break at the age of 27. Hospitalized for almost a month, she was tormented by delusions and paranoia. Upon release, she sunk into an extended suicidal depression during which Mark, struggling to support Giulia, was torn between the demands of keeping her safe and following doctors' orders, and honouring her independence and making her feel loved. Eventually Giulia fully recovered, and the couple had a son. Soon after Jonas was born, Giulia had another breakdown, and then a third a few years after that. Pushed to the edge of the abyss, everything the couple had once taken for granted was upended. In My Lovely Wife, Mark takes us through these harrowing years with compassion and candour, as he and Giulia renegotiate their relationship, anchored by an abiding devotion to each other and their family. A story of the fragility of the mind and the tenacity of the human spirit, My Lovely Wife is, above all, a love story that raises profound questions: how do we best care for the people we love? What and whom do we live for? Breathtaking in its honesty, radiant with compassion, written with dazzling lyricism, this intensely personal odyssey offers much-needed insight into the caregiving side of mental illness and affirms the power of love. Members Reviews: Wow! I cried, I laughed & I pondered. As a mental illness sufferer with a husband & sons, this book helped me face my fears head on. But mostly it gave me hope. I'm well now but the dark clouds always seem to circle. You've gotta ride the waves & their story really did help me see that once more. Yes Incredibly moving This is nothing short of incredible. The way the author lets you in to his and his family's experience leaves you feeling you have been on a journey with these remarkable people. I was rooting for Mark and Giulia right from the start and I felt their pain, their joy and their hope. It is a fierce, honest, loving portrayal of a marriage rocked by serious mental health problems. Through all of it Mark's devotion to Giulia shines through, and he takes you with him in the experience of loving Giulia and helping her be well. He is brave in his honesty about how hard it is at times, delving into his own reactions, fears and resentments, which makes this a truly balanced and full impression of a terribly difficult situation. It doesn't matter that the narrator is someone other than Mark himself. The narrator reads the book beautifully and sensitively, and with emotion that suggests this story got under his skin. Which is not surprising because it's so incredibly moving. There are harrowing and disturbing details about Guilia's psychosis that will stay with me a long time. But there is also a lingering positive feeling of the power of love and the amazing ability of humans to fight, survive and live a full life. Above all one comes away from this book wishing nothing but the absolute best for this amazing little family - and I hope we get another instalment to hear how they are getting on. Brilliant A must read! Describes a husband's battles with a wife who has mental illness brilliantly.

Slouching Toward Adulthood: Audiobook by Sally Koslow

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sally Koslow) — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 08:56:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Slouching Toward Adulthood: Subtitle: Observations from the Not-So-Empty Nest Author: Sally Koslow Narrator: Coleen Marlo Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 06-14-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Millions of American parents sit down to dinner every night, wondering why fully grown children are joining them - or, more likely, grunting good-bye as they head out for another night of who knows what. Sally Koslow, a journalist, novelist, and mother of two "adultescents" digs deep to reveal what lies behind the current generation's unwillingness - or inability - to take flight. By delving into the latest research and conducting probing interviews with both frustrated parents and their frustrated offspring, Koslow uses humor, insight, and honest self-reflection to give voice to the issues of prolonged dependency. From the adultescent's relationship to work (or no work), money (that convenient parental ATM), or social life, Slouching Toward Adulthood is a provocative and razor-sharp, yet heartfelt cri de coeur for all the parents who sent their kids to college only to have them ricochet home with a diploma in one hand and the DVR remote in the other. Critic Reviews: "Her book seems less a discussion of why this is happening and what to do about it than a portrait of the adjustments people are making today." (Library Journal) Members Reviews: Good Insight into the Boomerang Generation I was hoping for advice about how to keep my college student from landing right back at home after graduating, but I think it's too early for anyone to realistically have solid answers to that question!! Ms. Koslow's interviews with both the kids and the parents do shed a lot of light. Combine this with the information she provides regarding the latest research on the "adult-escents," and I came away with some solid ideas for what I should do/not do to assure that my baby bird learns to fly from the nest :). The narration was quite good, with the narrator giving proper and appropriate emphasis where necessary.

Lost Souls: FOUND! Audiobook by Kyla Duffy

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kyla Duffy) — Mon, 27 Jan 2014 23:29:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lost Souls: FOUND! Subtitle: Inspirational Stories of Adopted Boston Terriers Author: Kyla Duffy Narrator: Mary F. Dominiak Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 01-27-14 Publisher: Happy Tails Books Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Everybody knows that Boston Terriers smile, but do you know why they are smiling? The forever families of adopted Boston Terriers who shared their fascinating stories in this book know why, and they want you to know too! What is dog rescue? Do all adopted dogs come with baggage? This book is a heartwarming, thought-provoking compilation of true stories that answer these questions and more! It addresses the cruelty of puppy mills and the joy that rescued dogs bring to their new homes. This book is a must-read for Boston Terrier lovers and for people who are considering adopting dogs. A portion of proceeds from every sale is donated back to Boston Terrier Rescue Groups. Members Reviews: Very touching to read the stories of people with arms ... Very touching to read the stories of people with arms reaching out to take in those precious animals in need. Thank you to those willing and giving hearts that care for God's creatures that have been harmed by others -- God bless you one and all. Bosties found! Absolutely loved the stories of adopted Boston Terriers. We have a dear little girl who has brought so much joy to our lives and it was fun to see how those prescious Bosties that are lost or mistreated find "forever homes" where they too are loved! Wonderful stories! This book is heartwarming, especially if you own an adopted Boston. I gave it four stars because it is written to that audience alone. I'm not sure Doberman owners would enjoy it as much as I did. Still, a sweet homage to a very sweet breed. I love my Boston, and always will. Thanks to the author! Rescue and adoption Have loved Boston terriers my whole life. Never had one. Learned so much from this book of short stories of Boston Terriers who were rescued and adopted. Our family has adopted and rescued Pitbull terriers for years. Pitbulls are close relatives of the Boston. However, never knew that so many little Bostons are in need of good homes. I hope i can adopt a Boston someday. Highly recommend this book for any dog lover. Five Stars What a wonderful book! A must read for every Boston Terrier owner

Hungry for Wine: Seeing the World Through the Lens of a Wine Glass Audiobook by Cathy Huyghe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cathy Huyghe) — Tue, 20 Oct 2015 07:32:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hungry for Wine: Seeing the World Through the Lens of a Wine Glass Author: Cathy Huyghe Narrator: Cathy Huyghe Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-15 Publisher: Provisions Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Get ready to find some things you never expected to find in a book about wine. Things like regrets, migrant labor, war, financial crises, and post-apartheid economics. Things, too, like following a calling, doing something even though it makes no sense, and creating the life you imagine for yourself. For the people you'll meet in these 12 chapters, wine does so much more than quench thirst. Wine is how they express themselves to the world. It's how they put food on the table for their families. It's how they carve their niche. Sometimes, it's even their tool to fight repression and discrimination. Hungry for Wine is also a memoir about how the author went from simply liking the taste of wine, to tasting it every day, to writing about it 365 days a year, to traveling the world in search of the people and the stories in this book. Some people see the world in a grain of sand. Now, you can see it in a glass of wine. This book will change the way you look at wine. Forever. Members Reviews: No vinous epiphany here Reading the early reviews of this book here on amazon, I fully expected it to offer up a life changing, game changing experience. It does not. Nothing wrong with the book, but nothing earthshattering about it either. It is a modest, not unpleasant, somewhat superficial collection of essays, no more, no less. This is about a 90 minute read, something of a summer at the beach book for those with particularly short attention spans. Its treatment of the wines and wineries featured in the book does not plumb any depths. Each chapter is a brief essay that reads like a typical blog post, or a collection of tweets, as much of the writing comes at you in single sentence paragraphs strung together in somewhat machine gun fashion. Each chapter/essay is a brief vignette, each with a human interest angle -- Greek winemaking in the midst of an economic crisis, Syrian winemaking in a war-torn country, and so on. The vignettes do not lack for poignancy, but none goes beyond rather superficial observations about the winemakers, the vineyards, the winemaker's methods and the author's travel experiences. Not all of the information in the book is entirely accurate, either. For example, Ms. Huyghe compares an 'urban winery' in Portland (yes, as in "Portlandia") with what she calls the "Beaune model" - grapes harvested some distance from an urban center and carted to town to be crushed, vinified, stored in tank and barrel, bottled and sold by small storefront winemaking and sales operations. Having spent considerable time in Burgundy over the past two decades, I can tell you with a reasonable degree of certainty that is just plain wrong. Winemaking in Burgundy is largely done by growers all over the region who also make and bottle their own wine in their own cuveries and cellars, using grapes from their own properties, or from sharecropped or leased vineyards, and the wine is now usually estate bottled and sold by the grower en vente direct or more broadly distributed through a broker. The model that Huyghe describes has been on the decline for some time, and the leading Beaune negociants, like Jadot, Drouhin, et al., are largely bottling more and more of their wine from their own vineyard properties.

Then Came Life Audiobook by Geralyn Lucas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Geralyn Lucas) — Thu, 02 Oct 2014 08:39:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Then Came Life Subtitle: Living with Courage, Spirit, and Gratitude After Breast Cancer Author: Geralyn Lucas Narrator: Geralyn Lucas Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 10-02-14 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: The author of Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy dares all women who have had a stumble in life to harness their fighting spirit and stand back up with courage and optimism. One mastectomy, two C-sections, three pants sizes, and lots of red lipstick later, Geralyn Lucas is dealing with the same issues as other women her age. Her miracle babies have grown into a typical tween with a fierce eye-roll for her moms failings and a tornado of a little boy who wont play by his preschools rules. Her storybook romance with her husband has spiraled into couples therapy and her perfect-if-demanding corporate job as a TV producer has abandoned her for L.A. When she looks in the mirror at her hard-won wrinkles, all she wants is Botox. Celebrating her sweet-16 cancerversary shes thankful for her second chance and ready to be daring - but can she survive lifes new ups and downs with the same courage shes always had? With an infectiously hilarious voice and a true sense of empowerment, Geralyn harnesses her fighting spirit to live life loudly and lustily, and to grab on to all the moments that might never have happened. Knowing she can only pedal forward, she mines every day for boldness, joy, and gratitude, and eventually falls in love with life again. Then Came Life is not just for cancer survivors; its for life survivors - a call to rediscover the resilience and optimism it takes to reinvent yourself at any age. Members Reviews: Not just a book for women! If the authorâs name sounds familiar, it is because this is a sequel to her tremendously popular âWhy I Wore Lipstick To My Mastectomyâ published 10 years ago. At the time of her mastectomy she was 27 years old, enthusiastic, open and determined to enjoy every nanosecond of life. Now 18 years later, she is in her mid-40s, graying, sagging, moving up in pants size, with a teen daughter who is, well, you know, and an 8-year-old competitive-chess-playing son. The bloom is off the rose with her relationship with her amazing husband as they barely have time to speak to each other much less have a meaningful conversation; they are in couplesâ therapy. âAll the things I wanted so desperately, clung to life so I could keep, just feel like a drag at this moment. I sigh into the mirror.â Then Came Life contains 17 chapters, each an essay on an element of her life. It is a very easy read in the sense that her words flow smoothly and she lathers almost every situation with humor and wit. Also, it is educational and deeply poignant in sections. Educational in that she does point out the common misdiagnosis of young women, especially those with dense breast tissue whose nodules or tumors might not be picked up by mammogram. They absolutely must have additional diagnostic workup, MRI and/or ultrasound. Most do not get it and are not diagnosed until the late stages of the breast cancer or after it has spread, elevating their risk of not surviving. She also acknowledges the fact that most women know very little about breast health, cancer diagnosis, treatment options, and that too many women are reluctant to actually get the mammogram performed. She names some organizations that are working to educate and assist women. One major issue she writes about is the role family history plays in breast cancer.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Moms & Sons - 38 Stories about Raising Wonderful Men, Special

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Sun, 01 May 2011 10:34:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: Moms & Sons - 38 Stories about Raising Wonderful Men, Special Moments, Love Through the Generations, and Through the Eyes of a Child Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark (editor) Narrator: Joyce Bean, Luke Daniels Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: There is a special bond between mothers and their sons, and it never goes away. This book contains some of the best stories and poems from Chicken Soup's library honoring that lifelong relationship between mothers and their male offspring. These heartfelt and loving stories, written by mothers, grandmothers, and sons, about each other, span generations and show how the mother-son bond transcends time. Some of these stories will make listeners laugh and some will make them cry, but they all will warm their hearts and remind them of the things they love about each other. Members Reviews: and loved it. I have 2 sons Just got done listening to this one, and loved it. I have 2 sons, and one grandson, so I can relate to lots of the stories. Like all Chicken Soup for the Souls you will cry Like all Chicken Soup for the Souls you will cry. Especially when you read the sad stories and look at your own son but the plus is you hold your children, family and friends a little closer and your heart is able to shake off a little of the daily grind that gets at all of us. I was reading a story about cooking with your kids while my own kids played at the park and when we left we stopped at a store and they picked out a baking project to share at home with each other while I watched and listened. I love the stories and the thoughts they give me. Five Stars great stories. love love love chicken soup books Five Stars Love the mother, son stories. Its like going to Hallmark So much that is difficult to relate to as a son. Its like going to Hallmark, so much seems to miss the mark.

Miracle on Hammertown Road Audiobook by Jim "Bubba" Bay, Mic Ruzich

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jim "Bubba" Bay) — Fri, 08 May 2015 08:32:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Miracle on Hammertown Road Author: Jim "Bubba" Bay, Mic Ruzich Narrator: Brian McKiernan Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 05-08-15 Publisher: James Michael Bay Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Every night, after working as a landscaper, Jim "Bubba" Bay went for a walk. But on the night of November 15, 2009, while walking on Hammertown Road in Pine Plains, New York, Bubba fell 14 feet, head-first, into a gulley, breaking 23 bones, including 11 ribs, 10 vertebrae, his skull, and his left scapula. After a day in intensive care, the doctors induced a coma. Bubba survived, and when he awoke from the coma, he began to tell his family and friends about his remarkable visions on the edge of death. After a life scarred by the deaths of two sons, Bubba emerged from his own near-death experience with his faith in God renewed and his eyes opened to everyday miracles. Miracle on Hammertown Road is the extraordinary true story of one man's tragedy-filled life, his near-death experience, and his spiritual awakening. Members Reviews: Survival and Faith, Family and Friends A passionate recount of powerful events in a young man's life with an accumulation in a horrific accident. The Author's reflections and reactions to these events provide a personal view of his strength, courage, and character. His faith is renewed during his struggle to save his life after the tragic accident. He well defines the support and love provided by his family and friends as he focuses on his future. The reader is compelled to continue reading to discover his revelations and how they influence his future. This personal story is written with sincere emotion, love, and a clear description of human frailties during challenging life events. The reader will contemplate their own life's challenges and perhaps be touched by the author's experiences. An inspiration for all! Jim's strength, determination and ... An inspiration for all! Jim's strength, determination and faith is awe inspiring. What he endured and overcame lets us all know what is possible if we can summon the strength to beat the odds! Amazing! Personal account of his accident and recovery following the tragedy which changed his life considerably both physically and spiritually. Friend of family and live in town where accident took place. Heartbreaking!!! Great Book. Very inspirational and challenges one to look ... Great Book. Very inspirational and challenges one to look to the afterlife with renewed hope. Five Stars A compelling book with a powerful message.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: What I Learned from the Cat - 31 Stories about Who's in Charge, How

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 13:26:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: What I Learned from the Cat - 31 Stories about Who's in Charge, How to Love a Cat, and Be Your Best Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark, Wendy Diamond Narrator: Teri Clark Linden, Fred Stella Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 12-06-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: The stories in Chicken Soup for the Soul will encourage listeners to stay upbeat, because there's always a brighter way to look at life. This collection includes 31 Stories about who's in charge, how to love a cat, and how to be your best. Members Reviews: Another Outstanding Chicken Soup for the Soul Book For those of you who are cat lovers, you will love the collection of stories that will warm you heart. You will laugh and cry. Many of the stories will leave you in awe of the lessons our feline friends teach us.

Lo spirito della scrittura Audiolibro di Francesco Serino

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Francesco Serino) — Wed, 27 Dec 2017 23:14:05 GMT

Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> Titolo: Lo spirito della scrittura Sottotitolo: Breve guida di un libraio indipendente per individuare e sviluppare il tuo talento Autore: Francesco Serino Narratore: Maurizio Cardillo Formato: Unabridged Durata: 3 hrs and 16 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 12-27-17 Editore: Area51 Publishing Categoria: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Riepilogo Editore: Da un libraio, appassionato lettore e autore, un audiolibro sulla potenza dello scrivere. Dopo anni trascorsi tra letture personali e, per editori, valutazione di manoscritti, Francesco Serino, libraio indipendente e autore di un romanzo di formazione e di un saggio storico, si cimenta con una piccola (e densissima) guida dedicata a chi desidera apprendere l'arte dello scrivere. Con l'esperienza di chi ama la letteratura e conosce il mercato editoriale, con la passione di chi si confronta con la scrittura ogni giorno e ne ha fatto motivo di ricerca personale, l'autore ti guida in una passeggiata attraverso citazioni, esempi, consigli e ammonimenti per comprendere lo spirito della scrittura dentro di te, esercitarlo e fare della scrittura il modo per trasmettere il tuo mondo a chi ti legge. "La missione di questa piccola guida è individuare il tuo talento e rivalutare la percezione che hai di te stesso. Se farai attenzione a ciò che dirò e ti prenderai davvero sul serio, realizzerai ogni tuo desiderio." (L'autore) Contenuti principali dell'audiobook: ©2017 Area51 Publishing (P)2017 Area51 Publishing

Io amo Audiolibro di Vito Mancuso

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Vito Mancuso) — Tue, 19 Dec 2017 20:36:36 GMT

Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> Titolo: Io amo Autore: Vito Mancuso Narratore: Paolo Sesana Formato: Unabridged Durata: 7 hrs and 23 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 12-19-17 Editore: Salani Categoria: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Riepilogo Editore: Nel corso della vita tutti abbiamo vissuto quel sentimento euforico e doloroso, carico di paura e di felicità, chiamato "amore". Ma dove ha origine e come agisce la sua forza misteriosa che sempre attrae e rapisce? Come possiamo viverlo nel modo più vero? E qual è il messaggio che esso porta con sé? Sono le domande fondamentali a cui Vito Mancuso risponde con la profonda intensità che da sempre caratterizza il suo pensiero, accogliendo tra le pagine la dolcezza e la potenza di una straordinaria avventura umana affrontata nelle sue forme più diverse: dall'amore sensuale dei corpi a quello del puro sentimento, dall'amore per la natura e gli animali a quello della mistica e della spiritualità. In questo audiolibro, puro ma mai puritano, si ragiona così senza paura di controversie a proposito di rapporti prematrimoniali, adulterio, masturbazione, omosessualità, bisessualità: rimanendo sempre fedele al primato della coscienza e della libertà individuale ed esponendo tutti i limiti della morale tradizionale cattolica, l'autore propone una prospettiva etica in grado di orientare dal basso un esercizio giusto e insieme libero della sessualità. Anche se mai come nel nostro tempo infatti il divertimento e lo svago sembrano rappresentare il fine ultimo a cui tendere, in "lo amo" sono indicate le tracce per raggiungere l'amore vero e purificatore, l'unica esperienza capace di dare un senso autentico al nostro essere al mondo. ©2014 Garzanti (P)2017 Adriano Salani Editore

11 Days in May Audiobook by J.D. Messinger

biacuaduc@gmail.com (J.D. Messinger) — Fri, 09 May 2014 06:52:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 11 Days in May Subtitle: The Conversation That Will Change Your Life Author: J.D. Messinger Narrator: J.D. Messinger Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 05-09-14 Publisher: Wave Link Productions Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Shattering 44 illusions. 11 Days in May is the story of one man's quest to answer the great questions: who am I, why am I here and where did I come from? After breaking his neck, leaving his body, and returning, JD Messinger experienced prophetic visions and insights. Over the course of 11 days, he takes us on a journey with a mysterious friend. The two bicker like brothers but converse like sages as they investigate the answers to 36 of life's most important questions. Some of the questions include: who makes things, what is a thought, what is near death, what is a soul, what is a day, is time relevant, what is love, sex, war, truth, purpose, change, science, religion and more. The objective of the 36 parables is to help shatter the illusions, an idea or perception that people accept as true based on a mistaken or false belief. The illusions keep us from discovering our way, our truth and our light. In total, there are 44 illusions discussed in the book. Members Reviews: 11 Days in May is a life changer! I found Jd Messinger's 11 Days in May through a series of synchronicites that really caught my attention. I had never heard of JD before, but caught him on a Coast to Coast AM radio interview and before the interview was over I had downloaded the book to my Kindle Fire. All I can say is this: The writing is not complex but there is an energy transmission to it that allowed me to take these very important life questions and answers to a much deeper level of understanding that I had done before. There is a beautiful way that this conversation between JD and his "soul" unfolds that helped me have a better understanding of who I am and why I am here. Every time I read it I gain new insight. Essential Reading! Many books offer valuable life lessons and wholesome spiritual advice. Numerous volumes provide practical guidance for self-improvement and social evolution. Yet remarkably few of them can be genuinely described as revelatory. In this truly transformative book, the reader joins a lively, provocative conversation between the author, JD Messinger, and a source of higher knowing on topics ranging from the nature of thoughts, suffering, faulty world views, synchronicity, science, religion, time and illusions. This book, however, is much more than a philosophical exchange on the minutiae of lofty topics. Along the way, the reader cannot escape entering the dialogue, challenging their personal limiting beliefs, and confronting their own deeply buried insecurities. As they do so, they will experience their own epiphany. As the wise guide unpicks the authorâs profoundly flawed beliefs, the reader comes to the startling realization that however deeply they may have reflected on life and its many quandaries, it is probably not deeply enough. As if sitting in the psychiatristâs chair, with the guide posing as the understanding though demanding therapist, the reader is prodded to address all manner of questions. That is the power of this slim volume and precisely why this book is revelatory. The reader partakes in their own process of discovery as they follow the conversation. Nowhere does author or guide tell the reader what to think or do. 11 Days in May is not a handbook for achieving instant inner peace.

Drinking My Way Through 14 Online Dating Websites Audiobook by Tiffany Peón

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tiffany Peón) — Tue, 13 Aug 2013 09:21:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Drinking My Way Through 14 Online Dating Websites Author: Tiffany Peón Narrator: Mia Chiaromonte Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 08-13-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Sick of feeling heartbroken over her most recent breakup and underwhelmed by the rest of her life, Tiffany Peón decided to embark on a social experiment. Over the course of one year, she used 14 different online dating sites including Craigslist, speed dating, and The Atlasphere, a site for fans of Ayn Rand. Through drunken interactions with strangers, she learned the ins and outs of the online dating world and eventually found her way back to the relationship that started it all. Editorial Reviews: Sick of heartbreak and bodega sandwiches, Tiffany Peón decided that the best antidote to a crappy year was to go on dates using 14 different online dating services, from Craigslist to Blendr. Narrator Mia Chiaromonte adds a slightly acerbic edge to her warm, likeable voice as she performs Tiffany's stories about fumbling through dates, including one with a foot fetishist and several with men who look very different from their photographs. Tiffany learns a lot about the online dating world through her drunken interactions, and Chiaromonte expresses her youthful jadedness with relish. Members Reviews: Amusing and Sarcastic Tiffany Peon's writing is humorous and Mia Chiaromonte uses a droll understated tone to convey the essence of the words. As this genre of book practically mandates a snarky, sarcastic tone there are times when the author's rendition of these dates can come off as unkind; if not cruel. On the other hand her humor is understated and there doesn't seem to be many gratuitous shots taken at the men. Interwoven into this scenario is the author's resumption of her affair with her ex boyfriend Chris. Given the cost this audio is an excellent listening choice if you desire 105 minutes of entertaining escapism.

Mother, Stranger Audiobook by Cris Beam

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cris Beam) — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 21:31:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mother, Stranger Author: Cris Beam Narrator: Cris Beam Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 11-09-12 Publisher: The Atavist Ratings: 1.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Author Cris Beam left her mother's home at age 14, driven out by a suburban household of hidden chaos and mental illness. Her mother, a descendant of William Faulkner, told neighbors and family that her daughter had died. The two never saw each other again. Nearly twenty-five years later, after building her own family and happy home life, a lawyer called to say her mother was dead. In this story about the fragility of memory and the complexity of family, Beam decides to look back at her own dark history, and for the secret to her mother's madness. Cris Beam is an author and professor in New York City. She is the author of the young adult novel I Am J, as well as Transparent, a nonfiction book that covers seven years in the lives of four transgender teenagers, which won the Lambda Literary Award for best transgender book in 2008 and was a Stonewall Honor book. She is currently at work on a book about the foster-care system. Critic Reviews: "I was drawn into this compelling book fast and deep. It's full of Beam's usual vitality, and yet almost unbelievably sad. In her first book, in one unsettling paragraph, Cris Beam contemplates how being abandoned by her mother shaped her relationship with the transgirl she fostered. I've never known the rest of the backstory, and now that I do, it's a stake to the heart." (Andrew Solomon, author of The Noonday Demon: An Atlas of Depression, winner of the National Book Award) I read Cris Beam's Mother, Stranger in one sitting, riveted in place, unable to take my eyes of her words. What shines through this wrenching and clear-eyed examination of a child caught inside her mother's madness is the writer's courage, her wisdom, her unshakable compassion." (Alison Smith, author of Name All the Animals) Members Reviews: A complete waste of time What was most disappointing about Cris Beams story? The author/narrator read with flat, rapid speech and the entire book was so lacking in any emotion or any real story to tell. A series of statements about her mother and the relationship that was sad but sounded like a "pity party". It was that impossible for me to listen more than a couple of minutes at a time and never I jumped forward through the chapters hoping for something to improve. No story. Very self indulgent, yet a sad ranting by a woman who obviously has had a rough time. Any additional comments? Very disappointing and sorry for having bothered to purchase and listen to it at all. Don't recommend this book at all. Nothing worthwhile to warrant time and effort. Unbalanced... ...mother, daughter...and the story. Hard to know what to believe of an overly short, hazy, fragmented tale from the remembrances of a fourteen year old runaway. They all seem to suffer from Borderline Personality Disorder.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Dad - 34 Stories about the Ties that Bind, Being an Everyday Hero,

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Fri, 20 May 2011 22:59:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Dad - 34 Stories about the Ties that Bind, Being an Everyday Hero, and Moments that Last Forever Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Wendy Walker, Scott Hamilton (foreword) Narrator: Mel Foster, Emily Foster Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Thanks Dad gives fathers the pat on the back they deserve. Children of all ages share their heartfelt words of thanks and loving memories in these stories. Thanks Dad will bring any father joy, inspiration, and humor - and maybe even the realization that his kids did pay attention after all. Members Reviews: Five Stars Sent with a sympathy card for a friend whose Dad passed. Enlightening Love these books! Good pick up gift for dads Good pick up gift for dads. A five minute read every now and then is a simple gift to remind them you care. "From the Only" Anyone who is a college student (or who is the parent of one) will appreciate "From the Only" story in this book. A father can do so much during the college years with just one gesture. And a grown child can return the favor later. Buy this book for Father's Day. excellent I loved it .you will loved as well

Mum's List Audiobook by St. John Green, Rachel Murphy

biacuaduc@gmail.com (St. John Green) — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 07:58:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mum's List Subtitle: A Mother's Life Lessons to the Husband and Sons She Left Behind Author: St. John Green, Rachel Murphy Narrator: St. John Green Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 06-05-12 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: For Kate Green, nothing was as important as the happiness and well-being of her two little boys, Reef and Finn, and her loving husband, St. John, known as "Singe". They had a wonderfully happy family life in Somerset, England. But then tragedy struck - Kate was diagnosed with breast cancer that couldn't be cured. During her last few days, Kate created what she called Mum's List. With Singe's help she wrote down her thoughts, dreams, and wishes, trying to help the man she loved create the best life for their sons after she was gone. Mum's List reveals Kate's passionate nature, her free spirit, and even her sense of humor. The list became Singe's rock as he turned to it again and again for strength and inspiration. Her instructions were simple - items like "look for four-leaf clovers" and "always say what you truly mean" - but the effect they had on Singe, Reef, and Finn was incredibly profound. Singe's lesson to readers everywhere is that a list like Mum's List can change your life - and you don't need to lose someone to make a list and live your dreams. If you've ever wondered if you and your family could be living a happier, more meaningful life full of adventure and joy, then this book is for you. Members Reviews: Mum's List Very heartwarming story that shows the bravery of a dying mother/wife to her husband and how she wants him to carry on after her death. She leaves him a list of things she wants him to show and teach their children. Parts of it are very sad and other parts are amusing and heartwarming. Makes you appreciate your life and family. A very touching true life story... I'm still reading this book. The story is quite moving and gives me pause to face my own trials and tribulations in life. Things could always be worse is a good way of being grateful for what we do have. Great read I loved reading about this amazing family. Even though most of the time It was red dead thru tears. Couldn't put it down. Five Stars Beautifully to story, so moving and inspirational! Satisfactory Satisfied with the purchase.

Six Lessons for Six Sons Audiobook by Joe Massengale, David Clow

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joe Massengale) — Thu, 10 Aug 2006 19:18:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Six Lessons for Six Sons Subtitle: An Extraordinary Father, a Simple Formula for Success Author: Joe Massengale, David Clow Narrator: full cast Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 08-10-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Part inspiring memoir, part practical motivation for building strong families and careers, Six Lessons for Six Sons is the rags-to-riches story of an exceptional father and the principles that helped him raise himself and his family from poverty in post-slavery America a century ago to thriving careers all over the United States today. Critic Reviews: "The book is inspiring, and Massengale's 'regular guy' voice and emphasis on honesty and values will resonate for many readers". (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: The great Massengale book. Great book that was written by my late uncle. This book is full of wisdom and life learning experiences. As an Asian American with a self imposed pressure instilled ... As an Asian American with a self imposed pressure instilled by my culture - failure is taboo. This book will alleviate your personal struggles with failure and will allow you to understand its necessity and value in your life. Inspiring. Three Stars It was a gift for my son Satisifed Customer Wonderful book. Arrived promptly, in excellent condition, affordable price! I would purchase from seller again. So sorry for such a late review! YO OPRAH, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Joe Massengale is a remarkable man who's led an extraordinary rags-to-riches-to-rags-back-to-riches life...from fearing for his own poverty-stricken life in the days of lynchings, to working his way up to owning his own race horses in Hollywood. His biography alone would make an inspiring, thoroughly readable book -- but having it woven through such valuable lessons, and memorable object lessons, all in service of passing on hard-earned down-to-earth wisdom on something as crucial as character-development...well it makes this book all the more important. And how refreshing to have a "good for you" book that's so well-written! David Clow not only writes elegantly, but knows how to get out of Joe Massengale's way to let his subject's own distinctive voice come through clearly. That Joe Massengale happens to be African-American makes me wonder why Oprah Winfrey hasn't devoted an hour to him yet, but let me hasten to add - his lessons are UNIVERSALLY relevant. You do NOT have to be any particular color to "get" this wisdom, nor to need it. Turning children into responsible adults is the hardest and most important job in the world, no matter your color, age, station in life...or gender. Yes, I'm saying even moms can get something valuable from ths book. So could kids, single adults, you name it - anyone with an interest in the being, and shaping, productive, respected members of society. Only perfect people need not learn these lessons, and if you think you're perfect you need this book more than anyone! Need I mention, as I glance at the calendar, that this would make a HECK of a Father's Day gift?

One Love: Divine Healing at Open Clinic Audiobook by Ruth Anderson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ruth Anderson) — Fri, 05 May 2017 12:37:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: One Love: Divine Healing at Open Clinic Author: Ruth Anderson Narrator: Ruth Anderson Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-17 Publisher: SageHouse Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Imagine standing in divine healing light and knowing, truly knowing, that there is life after life. When her best friend, Sylvia, was dying of cancer, Ruth had an awakening of latent clairvoyant abilities. She immersed herself in different methods of energetic healing, which forever changed her understanding of life and death. During meditation, she was shown the threshold between lifetimes, and worked with her Spirit Guides to heal spirits and assist souls struggling to transition after death. Ruth's memoir lifts the veil on the mysteries of angels, the Divine, and life after life. Her heartfelt narratives offer detailed accounts of her journey of divine grace, and spirit-to-spirit connection with loved ones still with us and those who have passed on. One Love: Divine Healing at Open Clinic will transform the way you think about life, death, and your soul's existence here on earth. Members Reviews: Beautiful Perspective Divine healing is a spiritual journey in ethereal travel. I was given this book in exchange for my honest review and I have to say, it's a pleasurable listen. If Reiki healing, Channeling, spirit guides, and angels interest you? this book is worth your credit. This is not a how to guide... more of the author's personal journey through spiritual growth. Stories of the after life appeal to me so I'm glad I had this listening experience. I was surprised that Ruth Anderson did such a great job narrating. Often times when the author narrates their own work it doesn't turn out to well. I'm sure I will be listening to more of Ruth's work in the future. Interesting Any additional comments? This is not really my genre but it was well written and offers new ideas that were very interesting. I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator, or publisher. A divine awakening And listen Would you consider the audio edition of One Love: Divine Healing at Open Clinic to be better than the print version? Narration was pleasant and soothing. Any additional comments? This review copy audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost." Read with an open mind Would you try another book from Ruth Anderson and/or Ruth Anderson? Not my genre but very well written. What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!) Not in accordance with my religious concepts but very provocative. Which character as performed by Ruth Anderson was your favorite? Ruth's search for more knowledge and willingness to study many subjects was admirable. Did One Love: Divine Healing at Open Clinic inspire you to do anything? To study my own religion in greater depth. Any additional comments? "I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

See Sam Run Audiobook by Peggy Heinkel-Wolfe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peggy Heinkel-Wolfe) — Tue, 09 Jun 2015 16:49:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: See Sam Run Subtitle: A Mother's Story of Autism Author: Peggy Heinkel-Wolfe Narrator: Kristi Burns Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 06-09-15 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: In See Sam Run, award-winning writer and journalist Peggy Heinkel-Wolfe describes how her parenthood quickly descended into chaos as her son, Sam, became uncommunicative and unmanageable. "I'd grown to hate making entries in his baby book," she writes. "The energy I had before he was born, when I wrote paragraphs anticipating his arrival, was gone now. Writing down Sam's barest achievements felt fraudulent." Little by little she found a new truth: that by learning to understand the ugliness inside herself, she learned to love her new life and her son, and to harness, at last, the energy she needed to realize Sam's fullest potential. See Sam Run reaches deep into the heart of anyone whose life has been touched by developmental disability, and it will resonate profoundly with those who have been transformed by a newfound ability to love. The book is published by University of North Texas Press. Critic Reviews: "This is a book written from the heart by a mother nearly driven to madness.... [A]s her journey of discovering what ails Sam unfolds, many parents will find themselves hooked." (George Getschow, writer in residence, Mayborn Graduate Institute of Journalism at the University of North Texas) "See Sam Run is well written and poignant as well as emotionally satisfying for the reader. The author's narrative voice is strong, intelligent and authentic. Her story is one that is important to get out." (Dianne Aprile, Spalding University) Members Reviews: A map to guide you through the maze when something is not quite right with your child. I preordered See Sam Run, and started reading it the day it arrived in my mailbox. The next morning, when I woke up with a stomach upset, I was thankful that I could call in sick and finish reading it. This book took me on a familiar journey thorough the haze of denial, the thick fog of despair that descends when denial is no longer possible, then through the maze of discovery trying to find a professional who would listen without condescension or judgment, and provide the help we needed. What a relief to learn that I am not the only mother who has harbored those thoughts and feelings, faced the cold, bare truth, and fought and clawed her way through that maze. The picture this narrative paints of Sam's day to day life helped me clarify and map our own journey. I cried traveling back through those painful memories. I cried for my son and Sam, for Peggy and Mark and me. Taking the journey with and through another helped heal the scars. I laughed too. I laughed at the quirky, funny boy that is Sam. I laughed at the captions he wrote for the pictures. I laughed in relief that we have found, after all that running, an easier pace. My son is not autistic. He has Sensory Integration Dysfunction. I'm not sure if he has something else because we gave up trying to find out. We decided to just deal with it. He now compensates beautifully. There are many resources in the back of this book to help ease the journey other parents and children face. This book provides a map through the maze. When a parent admits something is wrong and that they need help, why is it so torturous to find that help? That's the question I was left with after reading this book; and that is the question that needs an answer.

Letting Go into Perfect Love Audiobook by Gwendolyn M. Plano

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gwendolyn M. Plano) — Fri, 16 May 2014 12:41:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Letting Go into Perfect Love Subtitle: Discovering the Extraordinary After Abuse Author: Gwendolyn M. Plano Narrator: Gwendolyn M. Plano Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-14 Publisher: She Writes Press Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: As a college administrator, Gwen Plano lived her professional life in a highly visible and accountable space - but as wife and mother, after hours and behind closed doors, she experienced the terror of domestic violence. It was her secret; it was her shame. But when her husband turned his brutality on her son, she could no longer stay quiet. In Letting Go into Perfect Love, Plano recounts her experiences in a 25-year abusive marriage, and as a survivor who came out of that relationship determined to start over, artfully depicting the challenges and triumphs of balancing the obligations of motherhood and career with her family's healing process. Alternately heart-wrenching and joyful, this is a story of triumph over adversity - one woman's inspiring account of learning how to forgive the unforgiveable, recover her sense of self, open her heart, and honor the journey home. Members Reviews: A beautifully written and riveting spiritual memoir that conveys hope and redemption in the face of abuse. With lyrical prose and raw honesty, Gwendolyn opens up her heart and takes our hand to lead us through her spiritual journey from abused wife to a strong woman who finds peace and joy in her life. In an introduction that reads like a love letter to her readers, she describes how sharing her painful past with two abusive husbands helped her find a pathway to healing. She invites us to find ourselves in her story, even if our circumstances are different. âHope may elude us as love withers, but with time, the door of hope opens and we acquiesce to possibility. It is about the ebb and flow of that journey that I write.â Through heartbreaking details, we see not only the struggles but also the resilience of a woman who is trying to remain strong for her children. I will not judge her for staying for 25 years in a second marriage for the sake of her children for I have made the same mistake twice, too. Rather, I see her strength and fierce love as a mother and I trust she will find her way in time. I trust she is acting in good faith and doing the best she can. She is authentic and believable. When she shares her experience about angel interventions, I am with her. It is through this authenticity, her positive attitude and perseverance that I connect with her and her hard earned journey to freedom. This riveting spiritual memoir conveys hope and redemption to anyone who has ever suffered in an abusive relationship. Her writing is fluid and eloquent and her story has universal appeal. I highly recommend this beautiful book and commend the author for sharing so openly. Powerful, Provocative and potentially life-altering! Each of us come to the place where we will read this work from such diverse directions. We will each interpret and attempt to define it in our many alternate ways. I bring to this reading a history of abuse; accordingly my belief system was shakily formed and has remained under question for much of my life. When I read the blurb, and several of the very eloquent reviews I almost stopped â I wanted to run like hell. My guts were telling me Iâd feel every nuance of pain â my guts were uncannily right. Author Gwen Plano has not simply invited me to read this book, from the opening pages, this author compelled me to read it.

Gone Feral Audiobook by Novella Carpenter

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Novella Carpenter) — Thu, 12 Jun 2014 13:48:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Gone Feral Subtitle: Tracking My Dad through the Wild Author: Novella Carpenter Narrator: Soneela Nankani Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 06-12-14 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Gone Feral is Novella Carpenter's search for her father. Back-to-the-land homesteader, gifted classical guitarist, Korean War vet, hermit, curmudgeon, George Carpenter has been absent for most of his daughter's life. But when he officially goes missing - only to be found in a fleabag Arizona motel, escaping the brutal Idaho winter - his daughter is forced to confront the truth: Her time with her dad, now seventy-three years old, is limited, and the moment to restore their relationship is now. Thus begins a journey of discovery that carries Carpenter from her Oakland urban farm to her father's ramshackle cabin on a quest for connection that reveals who she is and where she came from. In Gone Feral, Carpenter, now a grown woman contemplating a family of her own, returns to Orofino to answer why her father chose a life of solitude. She quickly finds that George is not living the principled, romantic life she imagined, and the truth is more complicated than anything she might have imagined. As she comes to know the real George, Carpenter looks to her own life and comes to recognize her father's legacy in their shared love of animals, of nature, and of the written word; their dangerous stubbornness and isolating independence. In reckoning with her past, Carpenter clears the road to her future. Gone Feral sees the birth of Carpenter's own daughter, an experience that teaches that a parent's love is itself a wild thing: Unknowable, fierce, and ever changing. Raw, funny, unsentimental, alive with unforgettable characters and pitch-perfect dialogue, Gone Feral marks Carpenter's transformative passage from daughter to mother. Members Reviews: It was an interesting story though it left me feeling very sad for the author's father I read this book for my book club. It was an interesting story though it left me feeling very sad for the author's father. I also found the author's choice of descriptive words a bit gross at times. Such as, "he hocked a big loogie". Really? Why do we need to know that? Title draws but false advertising Was really anticipating the story of an actual disappearance, not unresolved teenage angst toward a mentally ill father. Interesting but misleading, thus disappointing. Very touching I couldn't put this book down as I wanted to find out what happened. Well-written and reflective of the author's journey to find her dad and really, herself. Loved this book and recommend it. just awesome I love Novella's writing style and would suggest this book to any and everyone. Made my mom read it, hopefully she gains a little insight. Great read! All families are different Great read! All families are different, no one has the power to change how you were raised. Makes you realize just how apparent you are Molded from your childhood.

Untold Stories Audiobook by Steph Herold, Kate Cockrill, Lucia Leandro Gimeno

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Steph Herold) — Thu, 29 Sep 2016 14:04:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Untold Stories Subtitle: Life, Love, and Reproduction Author: Steph Herold, Kate Cockrill, Lucia Leandro Gimeno Narrator: BettySoo Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-16 Publisher: The Sea Change Program Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Untold Stories: Life, Love, and Reproduction is a collection of stories of ordinary people talking intimately and honestly about their reproductive experiences including abortion, egg donation, adoption, LGBT parenting, remaining child free, and much more. This unique collection is a project of The Sea Change Program, a nonprofit committed to upholding the dignity and humanity of all people as they move through their reproductive lives. Untold Stories: Life, Love, and Reproduction presents a wide range of reproductive experiences that are rarely explored together in one place. The authors share their most vulnerable experiences with emotional honesty, self-awareness and sometimes humor. The multiple perspectives in this book challenges stereotypes about people whose reproductive decisions and experiences fall outside of the dominant story of pregnancy and parenting Intimate and accessible, Untold Stories: Life, Love, and Reproduction invites you to join in a circle of sharing that is safe and affirming. By listening to and discussing these stories about reproductive experiences, you will be part of ending shame and isolation while helping to expand a more inclusive and compassionate understanding of family; and don't be surprised if you find that you, too, finally have the courage to share your own untold story. Members Reviews: How can we truly love if we do not understand Open your eyes. Open your ears. This book is a call for recognition from the once silent women around you who have endured abandonment, shaming, terror and profound loss. Any one of these women could be someone you thought you knew so well. And didn't. How can we truly love if we do not understand? As a mental health professional and a friend, as a woman and a spiritual human being, I read this book of true short stories with the growing recognition that we do not truly know one another until we learn to listen without judgment. And who are we to judge? This breathtakingly honest book should be read by those with a commitment to know the truth and the humility to drop the stones that Jesus dared us to throw, but only if we could claim utter faultlessness in ourselves. If we are members of a culture that degrades, shuns and threatens vulnerable girls and women with abandonment in all of its myriad forms, we are hard-pressed to claim that we are without fault. Have the courage to read Untold Stories, even if you can read just a little at one sitting. It will expand your capacity to comprehend the work that needs to be done. And isn't that the starting point for a real solution to the crises that are so poignantly described in this book? love, and reproduction Very important contribution to our understanidng of life, love, and reproduction! A joy to read The stories are extremely well-crafted. Each one speaks to a different circumstance of reproduction in America. It is a lovely creation. Truly eye-opening This anthology of intimate first-person accounts of reproductive life is truly eye-opening. Abortion, birth, adoption, being born intersex, getting fertility treatments as a lesbian, and much, much more. I loved the vivid individual voices of the different writers, who are of all races, ethnicities and orientations, and the complexity of their stories.

Jewelry: Sell Your Jewelry Craft Design & Creativity Using Zero Cost Marketing &

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Kay Hunziger) — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 11:27:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jewelry: Sell Your Jewelry Craft Design & Creativity Using Zero Cost Marketing & Entrepreneur & Business Skills + Crafting Is Like You Author: Mary Kay Hunziger Narrator: Kim Houston Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 10-31-14 Publisher: Inge Baum Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: If you are passionate about jewelry making, you might already have the first part and second part of this compilation of profitable jewelry stories. This is the third part of From Passion To Profit: Compilation Of Even More Profitable Jewelry Stories - Volume 10. In this 10th compilation, Mary Kay Hunziger shares this exciting story of her jewelry friend, Janette, who literally started from scratch and runs a very profitable six-figure jewelry business today. Janette's jewelry story started with a measly $11 sale on eBay in 2007 and today she leads a dynamic team and runs a thriving online business that authors and authorities like Jim Cockrum and Tim Ferriss are typically calling a "virtual empire". Janette's jewelry stories are going to reveal even more powerful zero cost marketing strategies plus you will discover even more multiple streams of income! You will also learn how you can use creative thinking to come up with more profitable income streams and opportunities that are related to the jewelry making niche and that you can add to your bottom line ASAP! You will discover Janette's most profitable jewelry making techniques like "Photo Jewelry and Scrap Booking Jewelry Techniques", "Button Jewelry Techniques", "Even More Jewelry Profits", and lots more exciting stories that reveal Janette's secret sauce. In summary, these additional from passion to profit jewelry making stories will introduce you to the most profitable jewelry techniques, tell you about the most lucrative opportunities that you can add to your bottom line, and finally will show you the secret ingredients that you must build into your jewelry making business in order to be profitable. Members Reviews: Worst audio book I've ever listened to! What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? I thought this was going to be more of a story about how someone went from one sale to a six figure business - it turned out to be more about how to make jewelry using different techniques - which is fine, but honestly a simple Google search would have resulted in better info on the techniques provided. Would you ever listen to anything by Mary Kay Hunziger again? no Any additional comments? Maybe this title just wasn't for me, I expected actual stories about how she went from one sale to a six figure business. Many times she would say - I learned my marketing from Dan Hollings - Zero Cost marketing and Tony's philosophy about Multiple Streams of Income - BUT then never provided a conrete example of even one of their techniques - just said to search for them on their sites. I did go to Dan's site, and all I saw was his info for sale on his site. I watched some videos of his on the web, hoping to get $4 worth of info from him to redeeem the book - but I just couldn't see how what he was doing was used to help this jewelry business. About 20 chapters are just the narrator reading out web addresses - REALLY??? Who can listen to that for hours on end? I don't know, it just wasn't the book for me.

Becoming 'Mom' Audiobook by Bianca Clovis

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bianca Clovis) — Mon, 13 Jan 2014 10:52:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Becoming 'Mom' Subtitle: My Fight Against Infertility Author: Bianca Clovis Narrator: Valerie Gilbert Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 01-13-14 Publisher: Bianca Clovis Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: This is the story of my 10-year struggle with infertility due to PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome). As I struggled to become a mother, all aspects of my life were affected. I met many trials including doctors unwilling to treat me because I was overweight. Members Reviews: insightful As an aspiring medical professional I always appreciate someone willing to share their story. Hearing from the patients perspective allows me to understand their motivation. Not having similar issues, it was very insightful to hear the ideas and actions that she took, that I never would have thought of. I also enjoy the explanation of procedures and medications, as many with fertility issues are likely subject to similar treatments. Overall easy listen and entertaining.

The Perils of Cyber-Dating Audiobook by Julie Spira

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julie Spira) — Fri, 22 Jan 2016 22:19:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Perils of Cyber-Dating Subtitle: Confessions of a Hopeful Romantic Looking for Love Online Author: Julie Spira Narrator: Julie Spira Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 01-22-16 Publisher: Cyber-Dating Expert Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: This newly revised audiobook edition includes bonus dating advice and an epilogue, complete with a magical twist and a fairytale ending that will warm your heart and make you believe in love. This romantic tell-all memoir spanning over 250 online dates is filled with heartfelt, witty, and hilarious stories. Julie Spira, a pioneer in the Internet industry and America's top online dating expert, became the first on her block to post an online dating profile. You'll follow her journey as she skillfully navigates the Web, hoping to replace what she once thought was the love of her life with a new Internet mate. Members Reviews: Witty & Engaging Once I started listening to "Perils of Cyber-Dating" I was hooked. The story is witty, engaging and the tone set by the author - who reads the book - is friendly and affable. It felt as if I was talking to my "girlfriends who lunch out" Funny, informative and courageous! I met Julie professionally circa 1980, so her story is uniquely.intertwined with my own memories of our evolving, decades long friendship. We work in the same industry, but hearing her courageous personal tale has given new respect for her wisdom, courage and wit. I thoroughly enjoyed this memoir and applaud Julie for successfully reinventing herself. I'm very proud to be in her circle of friends.

Mom's the Word Audiobook by Milbre Burch

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Milbre Burch) — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 01:58:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mom's the Word Subtitle: A Journey in Meter and Centimeters Author: Milbre Burch Narrator: Milbre Burch Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 09-02-09 Publisher: Kind Crone Productions Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Mom's the Word was recorded live at the North Carolina Stage Company, Asheville, N.C., and is intended for adult audiences.

LSD. Il mio bambino difficile Audiolibro di Albert Hofmann

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Albert Hofmann) — Fri, 03 Feb 2017 09:60:29 GMT

Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> Titolo: LSD. Il mio bambino difficile Sottotitolo: Riflessioni su droghe sacre, misticismo e scienza Autore: Albert Hofmann Narratore: Alberto Molinari Formato: Unabridged Durata: 7 hrs and 2 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 02-03-17 Editore: Audible Studios Categoria: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Riepilogo Editore: Sebbene l'LSD abbia già compiuto più di settant'anni, è tuttora dominante presso l'opinione pubblica una visione distorta di questo principio attivo psicotropo. Questo libro del suo scopritore contribuisce a fare chiarezza. "Ci sono esperienze di cui la maggior parte delle persone evita di parlare perché non si conformano alla realtà quotidiana e sfidano ogni spiegazione razionale. Non sono eventi esterni particolari, bensì accadimenti delle nostre vite interiori, che vengono generalmente respinti come creazioni della nostra fantasia ed esclusi dalla memoria. L'immagine familiare del nostro mondo subisce d'improvviso una trasformazione insolita, stupefacente o allarmante; la realtà ci appare in una nuova luce, assume un significato particolare. Esperienze del genere possono essere leggere e fugaci come un soffio d'aria, oppure fissarsi profondamente nelle nostre coscienze. In questo libro desidero offrire un quadro completo dell'LSD, della sua origine, dei suoi effetti e delle sue possibilità d'impiego; nonché avvertire dei pericoli che sono associati a un consumo che non tenga conto della natura straordinaria dell'azione di questa sostanza." Insieme a questo titolo riceverete un file PDF accessibile dalla vostra Libreria. >> Questo audiobook in edizione integrale vi è offerto in esclusiva per Audible ed è disponibile solamente in formato audio digitale. ©2015 Giangiacomo Feltrinelli Editore S.r.l. Tradotto da Roberto Fedeli (P)2017 Audible GmbH

Kitchen Round Table Audiobook by Marja Samsom

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marja Samsom) — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 17:56:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kitchen Round Table Author: Marja Samsom Narrator: Lydia Bastianich, Madhur Jaffrey, Judith Jones, Betty Fussell, Deb Perelman Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Join us in this exclusive audio program for candid conversations with luminaries in the food world. Kitchen Round Table brings you inside the homes and hearts of Lidia Bastianich, Madhur Jaffrey, Judith Jones, Betty Fussell, and Deb Perelman. We hear about their earliest food memories and how each slowly made their way into the kitchen and ultimately inspired generation upon generation of home cooks. We'll learn how complicated recipes are translated for those of us who don't dice and julienne in our sleep, but we'll also hear about memorable gourmet feats and culinary fireworks, and unforgettable meals. All the while, Kitchen Round Table never strays far from home, with intimate and loving details of recipes passed down through families and new recipes introduced to successive generations. After a long day at work, what do these renowned cooks prepare at home? It is at home that some of the best food is created. With frugal sensibilities, these gourmet greats tells us some of their favorite dishes created on a budget and entice you to explore your own. Hosted by Marja Samsom, owner of the iconic Kitchen Club restaurant, a downtown New York City destination for 20 years, Marja prepares for us one of her loved family recipes as a desert for this delicious audio feast. Members Reviews: Love this behind the scenes look at TV chef's lives!! I've often wondered what these chefs on TV cook at home and how they came into their careers. This audio is really insightful, interesting, and fun. You get to hear how Lidia grew up and what her family's attitude to food was like; same with Deb Perelman who I've been reading forever on Smitten Kitchen--she's so funny on her website and just as lighthearted on this audio. It's really like having these ladies over for tea! I love it.

I Transform, You Transform Audiobook by Andrew Bushard

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Andrew Bushard) — Mon, 09 Dec 2013 17:05:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Transform, You Transform Subtitle: A Self Improvement Autobiography to Help You Author: Andrew Bushard Narrator: Doug Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 12-09-13 Publisher: Free Press Media Press Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Biographies fill bookstores and libraries, but rarely if ever, do we find an explicitly self help biography. Step by step, through each period of his life, Andrew Bushard shows you how he has constantly improved himself, encouraging you to do the same. We reap the greatest rewards when we constantly improve ourselves and this work shows you exactly how. Members Reviews: Highly recommended Inspirational. Well written . The author effortlessly shows how to choose the high road to life's challenges. Loved this book. Thank you

Pink Bits Audiobook by Kat George

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kat George) — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 02:05:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pink Bits Author: Kat George Narrator: Julie McKay Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 02-21-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: What does it mean to grow up with pink bits between your legs? Writer Kat George takes you on a journey of self-discovery from the moment you're pushed out of a vagina, to the moment you realize you have one, and the ongoing struggle of figuring out what it all means. From her first period, to sex in a hostel cloakroom, to fully lucid cervical biopsies, Kat's charming, sometimes painful yet hilarious stories of feminine exploration will have you giggling, squirming, and hopefully feeling a little bit less alone when you're face-to-face with your own sexuality. Members Reviews: Decent I enjoyed this book. it was a quick read and quite humerous, but mostly it was just one woman's rant about life. I enjoyed the authors relatability. Five Stars Hillarious and quirky Pink Bits: A Review! If you're my brother, the first/only thing you'll want to know is that you're paying 2.99 dollars to laugh repeatedly, which I feel is a pretty good value (my brother is really concerned with value). If you're not my brother: I've been reading Kat George's work for a bit now, when and where I see it popping up on the internet. I've always enjoyed her work because her honesty and wit and candor always a) made me laugh and b) translated into words that I felt I should have been hearing from people in my life, but never really have. That continues here with Pink Bits and its 11 essays. Pink Bits provides a look into the chronology of Kat George's life and a glimpse (sometimes a very close glimpse) into her growth into someone who could write and, more importantly, publish a book as nakedly honest as Pink Bits. I'm being vague about the exact content because, while the description gives you a hint, it isn't what happens that necessarily matters but how Kat George writes about it and the fact that she is writing about it (and that you're reading it). I should mention here that I'm a male (and a Millennial), which, given the nature of the book, might be worth disclosing. I'm going to avoid getting excessively confessional here (<3 u internet) by simply stating that female or not, Millennial or not, if you've ever struggled with your self-image or self-direction or sexuality in any way (which should be pretty much all of you) then I think there's something here for you. You're not alone, and Kat George is here to help illuminate the journey from life being a series of embarrassments to life being this weird, dumb, fun adventure where stuff happens and you can, if so inclined, laugh the entire time. Also, it's $2.99 and funny. Couldn't put it down, absolute gold from Kat George As a teacher, I'd love to be able to give a copy of this to every teenage girl I teach. Kat's stories of her teenage and early adult days are a beautiful funny retrospective. I have been a fan of Kat's work for sometime, and followed her since her early days of writing for Thought Catalog, this collection of essays were easy to read and made a hellish plane ride somewhat bearable. I'd recommend this to girls and guys alike. From a man's perspective, it's always enlightening to read about what going on inside a girl's head. I read one of these chapters out to friends over breakfast, and all they could come out with was "who the hell is this girl?" I think that about sums it up. we need more books like this So great.

Someone I Know Is Dying Audiobook by Priscilla Ronan

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Priscilla Ronan) — Thu, 05 Oct 2017 06:59:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Someone I Know Is Dying Subtitle: Practical Advice From an End-of-Life Companion Author: Priscilla Ronan Narrator: Priscilla Ronan Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 10-05-17 Publisher: Parola Publishing Company Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: This book helps you become more informed about, and feel more comfortable with, the process of dealing with a friend or loved one at the end of life. Covered in this simple, easy-to-listen to book: Through a series of stories based on her own experiences, the author helps you to navigate through the ups and downs associated with death and grief. Each chapter provides suggestions about tools, words, and actions appropriate for many types of difficult situations. Members Reviews: Powerful and Very Compassionate Book. A beautifully developed and Inspirational book. I am grateful to Priscilla Ronan for sharing her vast experience and insight on someones "end of life" path. This book is written in grace, dignity and courage for anyone that is going through this journey of a love one dying. It will bring much insight to all that reads, Someone I Know is Dying . We all need more compassion, more intelligence about this journey we all will take one day. Valuable and practical discussion about staying present with dying loved ones. A healthy awareness of the inevitability of death is a very important aspect of living a more meaningful and connected life. To our detriment much of Western Culture treats the reality of our human ending with both fear and avoidance. The unfortunate result is that many people facing death are immersed in a confused and often desperate attempt to cling to the waning moments of life. The anxiety caused for all involved adds suffering to the already deep sadness that is being appropriately felt and can often lead to an unwanted emotional disconnection and isolation for both the dying person and for their family and friends. Priscilla Ronan's new book is well considered, experience based, cogent and practical advice aimed at addressing the deep insecurities most of us feel when faced with the imminent death of a loved one. The book gives clear insights into how each of us can add value to the experience of not only the dying person, but also to others involved in the process. The ideas and advice presented is important information that can help any of us stay connected, supportive and loving through life's final phase. 'Someone I Know Is Dying' is a much needed, valuable and useful read for both hospice workers and anyone else facing one of life's most difficult moments. I very much recommend it. Jack Cartier MD

The Ten Things Every Survivalist Must Know: A Beginner's Guide to Surviving Any Kind of

biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Taylor II) — Mon, 31 Aug 2015 05:30:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Ten Things Every Survivalist Must Know: A Beginner's Guide to Surviving Any Kind of Disaster Author: David Taylor II Narrator: Gerald Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 1 min Language: English Release date: 08-31-15 Publisher: HOUSE OF DT BOOKS, INC. Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: What would you do if disaster struck? Did you know that some techniques for surviving one kind of disaster will get you killed in another? What's the difference between a survivalist and a prepper anyway? Find out with The Ten Things Every Survivalist Must Know. It'll help you organize and plan for any kind of disaster and teach you a lot of things that you didn't know. And why? Because the author is both a fire and a flood survivor himself. Members Reviews: Five Stars Commonsense info. Its simple and to the point.

A Cat's Life: Dulcy's Story Audiobook by Dee Ready, Judy J. King

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dee Ready) — Mon, 05 Aug 2013 12:06:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Cat's Life: Dulcy's Story Author: Dee Ready, Judy J. King Narrator: Andi Hicks Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 08-05-13 Publisher: Wayman Publishing Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: The emotionally powerful, remarkably perceptive story of the life and death of a beloved cat - told from the cat's point of view. A song of acceptance and bravery that will pierce the heart of anyone who has ever felt close to an animal. Members Reviews: I was so disappointed in this book Any additional comments? I hated this book. I bought this book because I just lost one of my beloved cats, Marbles, and I was hoping a book like this would help me with my grief. It did not. The narrator's accent grated on my nerves, the choices the "human" makes on behalf of her cats often angered me.I had 5 cats (now 4) and I volunteer for animal organizations. I just wanted the human to make Dulcy an indoor-only cat so the awful things that happened to her would stop happening! It was only 2.5 hours, so I finished it, but I would not recommend this book. Nausiatingly Bad Dulcy's Tale is a "story" told from the point of view of Dulcy, a cat. That is in interesting idea, but kind of flawed. The main problem with this is that it forces the cat to "talk" about his owner, and then that quickly turns into self-congratulatory drivel on the writer's part. I listened for about an hour to this non-story until I couldn't take anymore. It's really awful. First off, it's in no way a story. It's just a bunch of mundane events (the owner going to work, a trip to the vet, etc etc) told in an equally mundane way. There is no antagonist/protagonist, no conflict, and no growth of the main characters. So in no-way a story. Secondly, the reader is REAL hard to listen to. Just this real "girly" sugar-sweet voice that makes me want to rech. I'm a big cat lover, I love "A Streetcat Named Bob" and "Cat Daddy", but not this rubbish. I would recommend one of those books or even one of the "chicken soup" cat books long before this one.

Torn Audiobook by Samantha Parent Walravens

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Samantha Parent Walravens) — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:36:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Torn Subtitle: True Stories of Kids, Career & the Conflict of Modern Motherhood Author: Samantha Parent Walravens Narrator: Catherine Treadgold Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 09-20-12 Publisher: Coffeetown Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Real mothers. Real careers. Real conflict. Striking the right balance between career and motherhood is one of the most stressful, heart-wrenching tasks facing women today. In Torn, 46 women examine the conflict between the need to nurture and the need to work, and reveal creative solutions for having the best of both worlds. The stories in the collection offer hope and inspiration, but they also reveal the messy realities of modern motherhood and life's inevitable crises, both small and large: from breast pump mishaps to battles with cancer; diaper blowouts to debilitating depression; competitive cupcake baking to coming home from war. In the end, the listener can take comfort in the knowledge that there is no perfect mother; nor is there a perfect balance when it comes to kids and career. The real challenge facing women today is not juggling their many roles, but realigning their expectations of what is possible and accepting that success does not equal "doing it all". Torn was selected as a Mom's Choice Awards Gold Medal Winner for 2011. Members Reviews: I enjoyed reading the variety of stories in different styles and ... TORN provides important insights into the days and years of challenges mothers have to face in the modern age. I enjoyed reading the variety of stories in different styles and voices. The essays were extremely well-written and informative. They also provide a real life perspective that I think is particularly useful for those not in the same situation â women considering children, men who want to understand what their wives and partners deal with on a regular basis. Real world stories about speeding up, slowing down, and struggling as parents. A very enjoyable read. Insight from the front lines As a full-time working mom struggling to find balance between motherhood, career, family and wife, this book was a blessing. If you are looking for a how-to guide, or even solutions to do the above, you won't find it in this book. Rather, you'll find essays written by women who have either "been there" or are going through it now. For me, these stories created a sense that I wasn't alone in the day-to-day struggle of modern motherhood. Some of the stories gave me insights into how to find that balance, while others gave me perspective. The stories are written from the perspective of women who continue to manage a full-time job to those who work part-time, and those who are full-time moms. They share their ups, downs, stumbles and triumphs. In each one, you get a sense that there is no solution. Rather, every woman, such as those featured in this book, have the ability to be the mother they want to be, rather than what society might dictate. I highly recommend this book to every mother, new or otherwise. It was a great read, and my only regret is that it ended. Torn brings to life the challenges moms face at work and at home. I had the pleasure of reading Torn when I was doing research for my book, Work Pause Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your Career.Work PAUSE Thrive: How to Pause for Parenthood Without Killing Your CareerI interviewed 186 women for Work Pause Thrive and found them echoing so many of the sentiments in Torn. Each essay brought to life the very real challenges mothers face as we try to integrate work and family.

See Mom Run Audiobook by Beth Feldman (editor)

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Beth Feldman (editor)) — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 13:28:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: See Mom Run Subtitle: Side-Splitting Essays from the World's Most Harried Blogging Moms Author: Beth Feldman (editor) Narrator: Danielle Dardashti, Nancy Friedman, Abby Pecoriello, Tracy Beckerman, Jenna McCarthy, Sue Kupcinet, Dawn Meehan, Meredith Jacobs, Sue Kupcinet, Eden Pontz Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 07-13-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Motherhood is absolutely hilarious if you're not too exhausted to notice! These writings feature funny, blogging moms who chronicle motherhood from a uniquely contemporary perspective. From labor pains to potty disasters, weight gain, holiday mayhem, teen angst, empty nest syndrome, home renovations and even colonoscopy exams, See Mom Run is the perfect prescription for today's harried parents! Blogs/Essayists include: Role Mommy (Beth Feldman), Lost in Suburbia (Tracy Beckerman), Momma Said (Jenna Singer), Mom 101 (Liz Gumbinner), Melissa Chapman, SV Moms Blog & TechMama (Beth Blecherman), Single Mama NYC (Issa M. Mas), Chef Druck (Vanessa Druckman), Self Made Mom (Sara Fisher), Simply Organized Online (April Welch), Jenna McCarthy, Ciaran Blumenfeld, Suburban Jungle (Jenny Baitch Isenman), Crafty Mama (Abby Pecoriello), Because I Said So (Dawn Meehan), From Hip to Housewife (Nancy Friedman), Twinfatuation (Cheryl Lage), Modern Jewish Mom (Meredith Jacobs), Ex Marks the Spot (Sherry Shealy Martschnick), Yentasentiments (Sue Levine Kupcinet), NYC Moms Blog (Eden Pontz), Janie Lam Meyers, Andrea Forstadt, Danielle Dardashti, Jeanne Muchnick, and Lenore Stoller. Beth Feldman, author and series editor, is founder of RoleMommy.com, an online community and events company that inspires, entertains, and informs busy moms. Members Reviews: Boring I wish I were allowed to give this book a 0 rating. What parent has not had to contend with vomit and diarrhea? What parent has not had disruptive and impudent kids? AND, what parent who has sent a kid to college has not cried? Those problems are just a part of life. They are not funny. In fact, they are not even amusing. This book was the most boring book I have ever read. I am very sorry that I spent my money for it. Did I mention booorrring? Boring. I bought this while I was pregnant and power walking often. It was boring, predictable, annoying, and "sanctimommious"

Women Living Single Audiobook by Lee Reilly

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lee Reilly) — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 01:35:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Women Living Single Subtitle: Thirty Women Share Their Stories of Navigating Through a Married World Author: Lee Reilly Narrator: Barbara Caruso Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-04-10 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: With humor and honesty, award-winning author Lee Reilly explores the joys and trials of the ever-single woman in a world defined by the married. In Women Living Single, she tells the refreshing stories of 30 unmarried women of all ages, struggling alone to live life to its fullest, and succeeding. Caitlin never decided to remain unmarriedher singleness just happened when she made choices to pursue her art career. Lindsay broke her engagement to travel and become a teacher. Like countless others, they dont fit the role their family and friends have defined for them. Instead, they each write their own script building vibrant livessetting their own goals, creating their own sense of family, and planning their own success. Her own fulfilled single life enables Lee Reilly to write about womens choices and difficulties with wisdom and sensitivity. All women, both married and single, will enjoy Barbara Carusos stirring narration of this encouraging and exciting book of achievements in the face of astonishing odds. Members Reviews: WONDERFUL BOOK!! Lee Reilly has written a book that is NOW one of my favorites! I wish I would have found it sooner. It is a great listen. She is precise and very funny. I laughed out loud, several times while listening to it on my ipod. Some people smiled when they saw I was listening to something but others just calmly stepped away. This wonderful book taught me that I am not "never married, or "old maid" or "spinster". The new term is, "ever single".... When people ask me why I have never married I reply, "just lucky I guess". I am 56 and remember lots of the old nuances regarding being single. Great read!!!!

Sheer Willpower Audiobook by Lauri M. Velotta-Rankin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lauri M. Velotta-Rankin) — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 04:31:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sheer Willpower Subtitle: A Mutiny to Motherhood Author: Lauri M. Velotta-Rankin Narrator: Lauri M. Velotta-Rankin Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-17 Publisher: Lauri M. Velotta-Rankin Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: She never imagined the pursuit to parenthood would involve the emotional assault of an adoption agency's flexible morality or invasive surgical procedures that brutalize both their bodies - but it did. Lauri M. Velotta-Rankin and her husband were sent overseas by an unscrupulous adoption agency to chase the ghosts of children they'd never bring home. After turning to in-vitro fertilization (IVF), a life-threatening diagnosis sent them reeling with fear and to the brink of emotional collapse. Despite an onslaught of crushing blows, a gold thread of compassion was weaved into the fabric of their story. An infinite supply of benevolent refuge was found during an unanticipated two-week stay in the home of a Moroccan grandmother. Though there was no personal history, shared culture, or even common language, an immeasurable bond developed. And when the couple decided to explore domestic adoption, a pregnant teenager's weekly emails restored an emotion that had been ravaged throughout their journey: hope. Triumphing with revitalization, Sheer Willpower is an astonishing account of determination fortified by the resilience of maternal spirit. Members Reviews: Amazing book This author can write so well. I can't stop listening to this wonderful story. The author takes you on her journey with so many twists in turns that I find myself wanting to cheer for her and her husband, protect them, and support them. She carries us along this journey not are viewers but as partners sharing her pains and joys.

Success with Less Audiobook by Karen Mangia

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Karen Mangia) — Wed, 19 Oct 2016 23:58:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Success with Less Subtitle: Releasing Obligations and Discovering Joy Author: Karen Mangia Narrator: Lisa-Gabrielle Greene Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 10-19-16 Publisher: Marie Street Press Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: At the age of 33, Karen Mangia faced an undiagnosed illness - she didn't know what to call it, and neither did a team of five doctors. Despite diet and exercise, she gained weight, lost color in her skin and eyes, watched her energy drain away. Who was she? What was she becoming? And what exactly was wrong with her? Through the confusion, Karen kept working, doing, being and achieving - sacrificing her health, her relationships...herself. A last-ditch trip to an unorthodox doc helped her to face a crossroads in her life - identifying the childhood reason for her poor health - and helping her to turn her life around. A recovering overachiever, Karen's journey through misdiagnosis left her wondering, "What more can I do?" The key to her success wasn't tied to her determination, her ambition, her relationships - she had to simplify, and adopt a powerful new formula for creating a life without regrets. A simple realization led her to a three-step process that has transformed her life, her relationships and her health. Success with Less provides the listener with insight into relationships, career management, health, diet and wellness - because Karen discovered a powerful formula that simplifies the tough stuff. Her journey is one of candid ups and downs: from accomplishment to disappointment, confusion to insight, and ultimately, a simple life-altering formula that anyone can grasp. Success might be best defined as that elusive something that's always out of reach. But what if having more started with doing less? Beyond just a minimalist approach to life, this book describes how to have less of the self-created labels and obligations that keep you from being who you were meant to be. "Less" is about choosing the things that really matter (and remove the obligations that don't). What's left over is a new definition of success - a success that's within your grasp. For every woman who has ever believed it was her job to please others, to keep the peace, and to keep trying no matter what life offered, this book stops the noise. Members Reviews: A must read for anyone ready to cease striving and rediscover joy... in both your personal & professional life! Karen Mangia's witty, candid testimony of her journey behind the scenes of her successful career is a refreshingly transparent gift that teaches a lathe to realizes success without continually striving to do more. In fact, Karen offers one of the most practical guides I've found to define and achieve both professional and personal Success with Less. Karen's convicting questions (and helpful tools like her career blueprint) challenge the reader to rediscover personal goals, dreams, and even the joys and purpose in life. Join her in the journey to explore the challenges, fears, and eventual epiphany that led to her greatest breakthrough yet - that of living a life of Success - with Less! Terrible narration Good message - read the book on paper or kindle. DO NOT _LISTEN_TO THIS BOOK. It is terrible audio. You can hear the reader shuffling paper and other kinds of background noise and she speeds up and slows down a lot and overall, very sloppy audio.

The Puppy Diaries Audiobook by Jill Abramson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jill Abramson) — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 21:48:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Puppy Diaries Subtitle: Raising a Dog Named Scout Author: Jill Abramson Narrator: Beth MacDonald Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-11 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: An instructive and marvelously entertaining chronicle of a puppy's first year, by the executive editor of The New York Times. One sparkling summer day, Jill Abramson brought home a nine-week-old golden retriever named Scout. Over the following year, as she and her husband raised their adorable new puppy, Abramson wrote a hugely popular column for The New York Times website about the joys and challenges of training this rambunctious addition to their family. Dog-lovers from across the country inundated her with e-mails and letters, and the photos they sent in of their own dogs became the most visited photo album on the Times' site in 2009. Now Abramson has gone far beyond the material in her column and written a detailed and deeply personal account of Scout's first year. Part memoir, part manual, part investigative report, The Puppy Diaries continues Abramson's intrepid reporting on all things canine. Along the way, she weighs in on such issues as breeders or shelters, adoption or rescue, raw diet or vegan, and pack-leader gurus like Cesar Millan or positive-reinforcement advocates like Karen Pryor. What should you expect when a new puppy enters your life? With utterly winning stories and a wealth of practical information, The Puppy Diaries provides an essential road map for navigating the first year of your dog's life. Members Reviews: The personal touch of the reader added What made the experience of listening to The Puppy Diaries the most enjoyable? I love dogs; and I loved sharing it with the author What was one of the most memorable moments of The Puppy Diaries? Her decision to go with another dog to help her heal her body Have you listened to any of Beth MacDonalds other performances before? How does this one compare? No Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? No Any additional comments? Keep up the production of new books just average for those of us who have dogs, there's really nothing new here ... 2 empty nesters get a puppy.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Like Mother, Like Daughter - 35 Stories About the Funny and Special

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:30:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: Like Mother, Like Daughter - 35 Stories About the Funny and Special Moments Between Mothers and Daughters Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark (editor) Narrator: Laural Merlington, Emily Durante Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: How often have you seen a teenage girl pretend to be perturbed, but secretly smile, when she is told that she acts or looks just like her mother? Fathers, brothers, and friends sometimes shake their heads in wonder as girls "turn into their mothers". This new collection from Chicken Soup represents the best stories from Chicken Soup's library on the special bond between mothers and daughters, and the magical, mysterious similarities between them. Mothers and daughters of all ages will laugh, cry, and find inspiration in these storie, which will remind them of how much they appreciate each other. This edition includes 35 Stories about the funny and special moments between mothers and daughters (grandmothers and granddaughters too). Members Reviews: good book My daughter and wife read it and they really liked iy Chicken Soup For the Soul books are great and this one is no different Thank Chicken Soup For the Soul books are great and this one is no different Thank You Five Stars Love the mother, daughter stories. Bland book Bland. Stories not interesting. Wonderful collection I am really enjoying this book. The stories are from so many viewpoints - moms about their daughter, moms about their mothers, daughters about their moms and grandmothers, new moms, etc. We are all interwined in so many ways and this collection proves that!

Chicken Soup for the Soul: True Love - 40 Stories about Gifts from the Heart, Laughter, and Love

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 21:10:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: True Love - 40 Stories about Gifts from the Heart, Laughter, and Love Everlasting Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark, Kristi Yamaguchi, Bret Hedican Narrator: Sherri Slater, Dan John Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 01-26-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Everyone loves a good love story. And we all love stories about how the love started and blossomed. This fun new book about dating, romance, love, and marriage, will make you laugh and make you cry, and is guaranteed to inspire you to renew that search for your soul mate or open your heart a little more to the one you already have. Read about how couples met, when they knew, good and bad dates, proposals, maintaining the relationship, second chances, and all the other ups and downs of love, romance, and marriage. Members Reviews: Five Stars Loved it.

A Year of Medical Thinking Audiobook by S.K. Reid

biacuaduc@gmail.com (S.K. Reid) — Thu, 23 Nov 2017 08:10:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Year of Medical Thinking Author: S.K. Reid Narrator: Rachael Tidd Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-23-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: An inauspicious encounter in a doctor's surgery during a routine follow-up for IVF initiated a descent into a labyrinth of questioning and uncertainty. Those first words ushered out of the doctor's mouth started a year where the author's mind was consumed by medical research, medical terms, hospital visits, medication and explanations. The diagnosis was breast cancer. Filled with reflections on life, motherhood, friendship and the future, A Year of Medical Thinking chronicles one woman's ordinary life as it is catapulted into a quest for meaning and restored health. S. K. Reid has shared her personal experiences in this book in a way that speaks to all. The book focuses on the shift that occurs in the mind after a potentially life threatening diagnosis; the loss of control, security and hope prompts philosophical and spiritual reflections on life. Guaranteed to strike a chord with anyone who has received a diagnosis of a life-threatening disease, listeners are reminded about the importance of sharing stories, talking about grief and never giving up in the face of adversity.

Beyond Bound and Broken: A Journey of Healing and Resilience Audiobook by Ria Story

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ria Story) — Tue, 05 Dec 2017 22:42:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beyond Bound and Broken: A Journey of Healing and Resilience Author: Ria Story Narrator: Lena Lang Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-17 Publisher: Top Story Leadership, LLC Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: What does it mean to be resilient? We all face adversity in life. The question is, how will you respond to it? Will you learn to be resilient? Will you learn to thrive or merely survive? In this inspirational book, Ria shares how she overcame issues like guilt, shame, fear, and doubt that stemmed from years of being sexually abused by her father. Forced to play the role of a wife and even shared with other men due to her father's perversions, Ria left home at 19 without a job, a car, or even a high-school diploma. By experiencing Ria's journey of resilience you will find courage for your own. What happens to us in life isn't as important as how we respond to it. The choices we make today will define us tomorrow. Members Reviews: love and genuine healing All I can tell you is to read this book! Ria Story went through hell but has and come out the other side full of life, love and genuine healing. After reading her story, I promise you that most of our silly problems that we allow to debilitate our lives will seem extremely small and petty. Five Stars Awesome! Hope and inspiration! Ria's book is full of hope and inspiration and she shows us that despite experiencing horrific trauma as a young adult, that if we choose to we can get past anything with the attitude that we bring to our life. She has clearly done a lot of personal development and reading, and her book is full of wonderful quotes and wisdom. There are also thought provoking questions at the end of every chapter designed for the reader to look within as we learn that ultimately happiness is an inside job Excellent and very powerful. Ria's story is a compelling one. Highly recommended! Beyond Bound and Broken is a deeply inspiration book; one that will stay with you for years to come. The lessons are deep, yet practical, and her advice leads to clear solutions. This is a profoundly hopeful book. We all face pain, difficulty, and doubt but with resilience, we can lead vital, flourishing lives. Ria's story although sometimes painfully difficult to read because of the trials she endured is a story of great courage and compassion both for herself as victim and for those who betrayed her. Forgiveness is a strong theme as is courage. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who is struggling to move forward after experiencing a great trial. Dynamite in a book! This book is brutally honest, powerfully transparent and will cause you to re-examine those many excuses you have as to why God can't use you powerfully to impact your world! The way Ria has shared her experience about such relevant subjects such as Identity, Forgiveness & overcoming Shame and Fear by allowing us a glimpse into her heart and how she, herself has overcome... is nothing short of transformational!

The Dao of Doug Audiobook by Douglas Meriwether

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Douglas Meriwether) — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 03:00:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dao of Doug Subtitle: The Art of Driving a Bus or Finding Zen in San Francisco Transit: A Bus Driver's Perspective Author: Douglas Meriwether Narrator: Douglas Meriwether Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 04-27-13 Publisher: Douglas Meriwether Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: There is much to know about being a bus driver. It takes about 35 days to train a new employee. But as Doug points out, some skills come through experience that takes years to develop. This "guidebook" or "rule book" contains material needed to choose your style on how to pay at the fare box and where to stand while waiting for the bus. Plus a philosophy on how to maintain dignity and peace when the going gets tough. Members Reviews: Interesting little gems of being a transit operator and keeping calm. The stories gave me an insight into a how a MUNI operator can stay centered and put up with the characters and bureaucracy in this city. Doug getting frustrated over tissue paper seniors were wrapping their coins in. Then he found out why. Seeing from another's perspective gave new insight. I recalled this found an answer to a frustrating situation that irritated me. I got back in the Zen zone. I am looking forward to the second book. A fun and enjoyable book As neither a muni rider or driver, I was fascinated by the authors observations about the transit system, people, and his own journey to enlightenment as a muni driver. Author Douglas merriweather's attention to details, quest for understanding, and self reflection provides practical advice for muni drivers and riders that will help make their muni experience more enjoyable. For the rest of us, this book is an enjoyable look inside and a reminder that within our daily routine is a complex system of mechanical and personal interactions. Stopping, to understand the why behind people's action, the nuances of a process, and our own reaction and responses can change the way we approach simple challenges each day. Have you ever wondered why some folks carry their change in a tissue? How does pocket lint slow transit service? The answer to these questions and many others found in the book had me looking at my own daily routine and asking how I could help myself and everyone around me have a better day. I might have even lol a few times while reading this. FACINATING. WORTH READING. EYE OPENER I have always admired companies who practice customer satisfaction daily - such as Disney and Apple. Never did I link customer satisfaction to a metro trolley operation, much less their drivers. Douglas Meriwether's book FINDING ZEN IN SAN FRANCISCO TRANSIT introduced me to his trials and tribulationsl before finding the art of pleasing over 100 trolley passengers - a changing cast from block to block - in downtown SF on a daily basis!!! He showed me the workings of the SF Municipal Railway from a 14 year perspective gained mostly by OJT. Very enlightening. I had no idea of the stress levels drivers must be under as they learn their ropes during the crush of a major metro rush hour or special event with a 60 foot vehicle filled with angry and frustrated riders. Congrats to Doug for mastering that!! Heartily recommend the book!! Fast Read.

George & Hilly Audiobook by George Gurley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (George Gurley) — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 13:48:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: George & Hilly Subtitle: The Anatomy of a Relationship Author: George Gurley Narrator: Fred Berman Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Longtime New York nightlife reporter and humor columnist George Gurley at last tells the complete and outrageously humorous story of how he and his girlfriend, Hilly, attempted - with the occasionally bemused assistance of the couples psychiatrist they are seeing - to analyze a relationship poised on the brink of commitment. George has a great many qualms about marriage. But after more than three years of dating Hilly, hes equally sure that she is the only woman in the world for him. Perhaps its finally time for a march down the aisle. Well...for an engagement ring. Maybe. Or not. Fresh from what he and Hilly are terming The Big Fight - a tentative discussion of a future together - George is eager for insight on whether hes finally ready (after 20 years) to scale back his bar-hopping, party boy Manhattan life for the love of one fascinating woman. Ever the writer, George conceives a bold plan: He and Hilly will participate in therapy with Dr. Harold Selman, and George will tape-record the sessions. Six years of intensive therapy with Dr. Selman - combined with innumerable mandated discussions (read: more squabbling) on their own watch - force these two mismatched but undefeated soul mates to evolve into quasi semi-adults. Wise-ass, confessional, always compelling, George & Hilly is a story of sex, love, money, and big-city life...and of a loveable (and loving) train wreck of a couple who refuse to call their relationship quits just because theyve hit a few bumps. Members Reviews: This book may be thoroughly enjoyed on two distinct levels. In addition to echoing the well-deserved accolades expressed by previous reviewers, I'd like to note that this wonderful George Gurley book may be enjoyed on two completely different levels. If you're looking for a quick, fun, lighthearted read, this book will delight you. You needn't read the chapters in any particular order, since they are, for the most part, independent and self-contained. I personally skipped around and didn't feel disadvantaged in doing so. George, as always, is adroit, funny, self-effacing and a master of the language. George is a skilled practitioner of employing words from our passive vocabulary -- words we all know, but rarely utilize ourselves. George's writing leads to an easy but rich reading experience. On a deeper level, this book provides some of the keenest insight into human psychology this side of Sigmund Freud. By tape-recording the most intimate dialogue of their real-life therapy sessions, George and Hilly give us, not just a glimpse, but an entire college-level course in romantic and sexual relationships. Perhaps a dozen times while reading this book, I was startled to realize that I was not the only person on earth who entertained such twisted thoughts or anxieties about the opposite sex or about commitment. To that extent, this book is a superb therapeutic volume in itself, and helped me psychologically in a way that few dedicated books on psychology ever have. Send me a bill, Dr. Gurley. You've earned it. It is easy to overlook the video link on this page. Watch the video! It showcases George and Hilly chatting about themselves and about this book. The video provides a realistic flavor of the book's content.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Like Mother, Like Daughter - 36 Stories about Gratitude, Being There for

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 04:33:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: Like Mother, Like Daughter - 36 Stories about Gratitude, Being There for Each Other, and Saying Goodbye Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark (editor) Narrator: Laural Merlington, Emily Durante Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: How often have you seen a teenage girl pretend to be perturbed, but secretly smile, when she is told that she acts or looks just like her mother? Fathers, brothers, and friends sometimes shake their heads in wonder as girls "turn into their mothers". This new collection from Chicken Soup represents the best stories from Chicken Soup's library on the special bond between mothers and daughters, and the magical, mysterious similarities between them. Mothers and daughters of all ages will laugh, cry, and find inspiration in these storie, which will remind them of how much they appreciate each other. This edition includes 36 Stories about Gratitude, Being There for Each Other, and Saying Goodbye. Members Reviews: good book My daughter and wife read it and they really liked iy Chicken Soup For the Soul books are great and this one is no different Thank Chicken Soup For the Soul books are great and this one is no different Thank You Five Stars Love the mother, daughter stories. Bland book Bland. Stories not interesting. Wonderful collection I am really enjoying this book. The stories are from so many viewpoints - moms about their daughter, moms about their mothers, daughters about their moms and grandmothers, new moms, etc. We are all interwined in so many ways and this collection proves that!

Sorry, but This Is My Stroke - Not Yours! Audiobook by Mrs Shani Shamah

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mrs Shani Shamah) — Thu, 31 Mar 2016 22:05:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sorry, but This Is My Stroke - Not Yours! Subtitle: A Tongue-in-Cheek Guide to Surviving a Stroke Author: Mrs Shani Shamah Narrator: Gaynor M Kelly Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-16 Publisher: Mrs Shani Shamah Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: This book tells my story of having and overcoming a stroke. It is a lighthearted, inspirational guide to what you might expect, some of the issues that you might experience, and how to champion the stroke in the long term.

Good Bye Job, Hello Life Audiobook by Mira Tasich

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mira Tasich) — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 10:02:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Good Bye Job, Hello Life Subtitle: Finding Purpose Beyond Work Author: Mira Tasich Narrator: Kathryn Klvana Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 01-11-16 Publisher: Creative Dream Media llc Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Mira Tasich, a loyal, hardworking, and devoted employee of several large corporations, finds herself unemployed, a victim of the recession. As a young teenager, she moved to America, learned a new language, and gained prestige and career success only to get laid off in a corporate downsizing. Frustrated, angry, and confused, she struggles to justify the familial and personal sacrifices made over the years for her employers, including a 2,141-mile move away from family and friends to the Southwest. Her focus on slowing down her life and enjoying the immediate, rather than worrying about the future, will inspire listeners. Mira writes that "we are conditioned to believe repetition is immutable", and she proves that change is what energizes her and holds the potential to energize others. Her journey of self-discovery and compromise provides insight to all listeners experiencing similar periods of identity crisis and priority reevaluation. With her self-deprecating sense of humor and undeterred determination, she offers a road map to her listeners as she evolves from a woman married to her job to a woman married to her passions. Members Reviews: I hoped to Like this... I purchased this book at a time in my life where maybe it could've done me some good (laid off from work) but my TBR list was big enough that I didn't get around to it until recently. I was interested in the first chapter, maybe two, but by the time I got to chapter 4 or 5, it stopped being a linear memoir OR a how-to book for happiness. It jumped around so much - she gets married 3 years after starting at K-mart, then suddenly she's been there for 10+ years two sentences later? - and it's read by someone who sounds like a third-grade teacher, with her inflections and PERKINESS! The "tips" at the end of the chapters sometimes make sense, but (chapter 4 is a good example) sometimes just seem like they're thrown in there for the sake of it (a smile costs nothing but can make a big impact?) I don't understand WHY this book got such rave reviews; I couldn't finish it... Matches almost exactly what I'm going through! Author is a little further down the path than I am, so it was the perfect book for me to listen to. I had a complication from surgery, and I haven't been able to work the last few months. It's opened the door for a lot of thinking, self discovery, and exploring my creativity. Mira definitely gave me inspiration and a few good ideas to bring focus to my mind that has been going in a million directions. I believe I might have met my soul sister. Mira's way of thinking, how she went about things relating to her career life, to the fragile existence of pinning your identity to your career... It was meant to be at this very moment that I to listen to this book. If you're at a place where you've worked incredibly hard, with long hours and many sacrifices to climb the corporate ladder to find yourself wondering if you climbed up the right ladder, let alone the right building, this book is for you. There's something very valuable about experience, and hearing the person's retrospective summary.

Wheelz Audiobook by Steven C. Fotheringham

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Steven C. Fotheringham) — Mon, 24 Aug 2015 01:39:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wheelz Author: Steven C. Fotheringham Narrator: Bruce W. Hansen Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 08-24-15 Publisher: Steven C. Fotheringham Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: "The effect that Wheelz has on the crowd is out of this world. I mean, we have the best in the world of action sports, and more people come to see Wheelz than anybody else." (Travis Pastrana, X Games gold medalist and Nitro Circus organizer, leader and performer) Many people succeed in spite of great challenges. Aaron "Wheelz" Fotheringham is not one of those people. When asked by ESPN, "How do you define spina bifida?" Aaron responded, "A great opportunity." Consumed by the simple but logical belief that riding is more fun than walking, Aaron took his wheelchair and turned it into a toy, playing and practicing on it until there was no place he couldn't go. After beating his peers in all the BMX competitions he could enter, Aaron became the unicorn of the Nitro Circus team, the ultimate dream of every BMX rider and skateboarder alike. Aaron's biography so far includes pain, determination, failure, motivation, and unimagined success. And yet these things are incidental to the real story. What makes his story great is that his attitude is contagious, and Wheelz is anything but quarantined. Members Reviews: Inspiring What a inspiring book to listen to on a long trip, which is what we did. The adventures and journey of this amazing young man was life fulfilling. No matter what life deals you in the way of obstacles and trials this book can help you deal with it. Love the attitude Aaron, you go and conquer the world. The narration was suburb, and easy to listen on a long trip, kudos to all involved with this project. Inspiring and Very Entertaining Would you listen to Wheelz again? Why? Yes! It makes me realize that everyone has tough things that they have to get through in life but if we don't limit ourselves we can succeed far beyond what we imagined possible. What did you like best about this story? I loved how the author broke it down and made the story real. This is not some perfect kid who was born with super human powers. This is the story about a kid who had what most people would consider the world stacked against him and who refused to be pushed down. He pushed against the world's boundaries with hours of sweat, blood, and tears to earn every inch of success he received. What does Bruce W. Hansen bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Bruce Hansen brought the story to life for me. The emotion he is able to communicate through voice, tone and inflection, helped me to feel like I was there in the crowd watching Aaron chanting, "Wheelz, Wheelz, Wheelz... " If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? "Wheelz is a fighter that can't be held back!" Any additional comments? Thank you for sharing this empowering story! I will recommend it to anyone looking for a good read. Inspiring Life's Lessons The obvious lesson from this book is that a young man has inspired us to realize we can accomplish things that to others seem impossible. Aaron's indomitable spirit and courage have changed and will change many lives. I normally don't read a lot or listen to many books other than technical ones but this book was very interesting to me and most of it flowed very quickly. It is much more than a book about wheelchair stunts. It was intriguing to understand how the spirit in this young man opened unchartered territory and changed the world.

Broken Child Mended Man Audiobook by Adam Starks - PhD

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Adam Starks - PhD) — Tue, 29 Sep 2015 09:49:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Broken Child Mended Man Author: Adam Starks - PhD Narrator: Adam Starks - PhD Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-15 Publisher: Adam Starks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Broken Child Mended Man is a remarkably compelling memoir touching on childhood neglect, years in foster care, and overcoming the odds to graduate college. Highlighting the emotional and psychological ups and downs during his formative years, Adam Starks manages to reveal human resilience in its most authentic form. Through a life of trial and error, the author displays bountiful courage by achieving life's milestones without a role model. Broken Child Mended Man is one of this year's best surprises for listeners from every walk of life. This book is for anyone having trouble with their current circumstances or just looking for ways to support the broken souls within their community. The surprisingly positive message throughout the book will help anyone establish solid footing as they seek purpose and the will to persevere through life's hardships. Members Reviews: You CAN overcome your childhood! The author overcame his past and is a true success story. His narration isn't perfect like most audio books, which in my opinion, added to the story. He didn't overcome all he endured because he was a perfect student or child, he succeeded because he worked hard, learned from his mistakes and set goals for himself. Even though the author is an educated man, you can still hear the scared little boy coming through as he shares his story. A must read for anyone who is still struggling with their childhood in the foster care system. Adam's story will give you hope that a bright future is within your reach!

Adversity Builds Character Audiobook by Tom Ufert

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tom Ufert) — Sun, 06 Jan 2013 18:10:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Adversity Builds Character Subtitle: An Inspirational True Life Story of Disability, Addiction, and Acceptance Author: Tom Ufert Narrator: John Esposito Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 01-06-13 Publisher: Tom Ufert Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: From an early age, author Tom Ufert can remember his grandmother proclaiming that adversity builds character. At the time, he didn't completely understand what it meant-or know that he would actually live it. In Adversity Builds Character, Ufert shares the events that altered and shaped his life and shows how, with God's help, he was able to survive, thrive, and inspire others. In this memoir, he narrates his life story and tells about the adversity he has faced-his mother's early divorces; the breakdown of his relationship with his sister; his adoption by family friends; his mother's illness and murder; his contact with a predatory pedophile; his questioning of his own sexuality, bisexuality, and eventual acceptance of being gay; alcoholism and sexual addiction; diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis and HIV; and paralysis from a car accident. Revealing, honest, painful, and tender, Adversity Builds Character communicates the power of the human spirit to overcome the trials of modern life. It shows how Ufert's suffering paved the way for a deep appreciation for life and God's role in the world. Members Reviews: Biased But Proud Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I do recommend this book to all my friends because it is an honest and deeply inspirational portrayal of real life events. As the author I am naturally biased but frankly speaking, my intention is to inspire others with a simple fact...IF I CAN OVERCOME ALL OF THESE CHALLENGES - SO CAN YOU. What did you like best about this story? It's my life, at least the first thirty years, and despite my adversities I have lived a blessed life and want to do what I can to make the world a better place. Which scene was your favorite? My personal favorite was Chapter 9, "Goodbye Mom". It was my most descriptive and heart wrenching because I've relived it a thousand times. Narrator John Esposito really brought that chapter, indeed the entire book, to life. However, any person who has ever experienced the sudden and tragic loss of a loved one can really feel the anguish, pain, regret, and depression brought out in this scene. If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? Elements of modern society's controversial figures are all here...Kevorkian, Sandusky, Reagan, and even God Himself are all swirled together in one man's life experiences. Any additional comments? If for no other reason, read this book to re-affirm in your own heart and soul that the human spirit, with the help of God and a few good people, can overcome any adversity.

Saving Each Other Audiobook by Victoria Jackson, Ali Guthy

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Victoria Jackson) — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 17:59:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Saving Each Other Subtitle: A Mother-Daughter Love Story Author: Victoria Jackson, Ali Guthy Narrator: Amanda Troop, Lori Tritel Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 11-16-12 Publisher: Oasis Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: On the surface, Victoria Jackson is the American Dream personified: from a troubled childhood and unfinished high school education, she overcame immeasurable odds to create a cosmetics empire valued at more than half a billion dollars. Married to Bill Guthy - self-made principal of infomercial marketing giant Guthy-Renker - Victorias most treasured role is mother to three beautiful, beloved children, Evan, Ali, and Jackson. Suddenly, Victorias dream life is broken as she begins to battle a mothers greatest fear. In 2008, her daughter, Ali, began experiencing unusual symptoms of blurred vision and an ache in her eye. Alis test results led to the diagnosis of Neuromyelitis Optica. NMO is a little understood, incurable, and often fatal autoimmune disease that can cause blindness, paralysis, and life-threatening seizures, and afflicts as few as 20,000 people in the world. At the age of 14, Ali was given a terrifying prognosis of four to six years to live. Saving Each Other begins just as Victoria and Bill learn of Ali's disease, starting them on a powerful journey to save their only daughter. They even brought together a team of more than 50 of the world's leading experts in autoimmune and NMO-related diseases to create the Guthy-Jackson Charitable Foundation. Told in alternating viewpoints, Victoria and Ali narrate their very different journeys of coming to terms with the lack of control that neither mother nor daughter have over NMO, and their pioneering efforts and courage to take their fight to a global level. Bringing their story to light with raw emotion, humor, warmth, and refreshing candor, Saving Each Other is the extraordinary journey of a mother and daughter who demonstrate how the power of love can transcend our greatest fears, while at the same time battling to find a cure for the incurable. Members Reviews: The most inspiring book I have read so far................. Being on my own personal journey with a teenage who is challenging health, Saving Each Other, gave me the courage, confidence, strength, love and re-newed my spirit To continue on a path that is unknown. Saving Each Other is one of my favourite books at the moment, I recommend every one To read it. This book brought me back to a place of hope. God gives us challenges in life and this mother- daughter team conquered there's. Australia, Xx A must read if you or a loved one is diagnosed with NMO This book was literally what we needed. After dealing with a very recent diagnosis of NMO, our lives have been turned upside down. The fear of not knowing and being given this scary, cold diagnosis was too much to handle. After immediately searching for support and information online, we quickly came across this book and purchased it. I just finished the book last night. This book is heartwarming, and I can relate to the familial bond exemplified in this book. This book is a treasure for us, and has helped us navigate this disease during the past couple of weeks. Both Ali and Victoria shared their experiences candidly which helps us going through the initial stages of living with this new reality. Courage for the journey! An awesome story about a brave young lady and her persistent mother! This is a must read for anyone going through a tough medical journey, especially a rare disease like NMO. I also have this disease.

Momaholic Audiobook by Dena Higley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dena Higley) — Tue, 01 May 2012 09:54:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Momaholic Subtitle: Crazy Confessions of a Helicopter Parent Author: Dena Higley Narrator: Amy Rubinate Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-12 Publisher: Oasis Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: The crash and burn of a helicopter mom! Soap writer Dena Higley was all things to all people. A wife, mother of four, and head writer for Days of Our Lives, Dena ably hovered over the numerous people and responsibilities in her life, eager to right every wrong and fulfill every need. But when her very normal family began to spiral out of control, Dena soon became the central character in her own real-life drama, and a night spent in the ER made her realize that her pursuit of perfection was backfiring big time. Momaholic is Denas storybut it could well be your own. Told with honesty, warmth, and humor, this is one mothers story of learning how to let go in order to discover a freedom for herself and her family that she never imagined possible. helicopter parenting (noun): the act of hovering over ones children, anticipating and meeting their every need; may or may not include cleaning up after said children, helping with homework, and presiding over numerous social activities; this method of childrearing is often defined by grumpy, needy children and overworked, exhausted moms; declared a national epidemic by The Association for Tired Parents. Members Reviews: A Mother's Day Treat Being a copter mom myself, I couldn't resist checking out this book... and I couldn't put it down. It reads better than a soap opera or any of those reality series out there. (Somebody, give this family a show, quick!) But despite the breezy tone, Higley digs deep into modern day motherhood and the stress of trying to be "Supermom." She offers great advice on how to cope and manage these expectations we mostly place upon ourselves. I put myself in check several times while reading this book, taking a step back from extreme motherhood, and it was quite liberating. Higley makes a strong case for a mom revolution of sorts, calling for mothering, not smothering. Give yourself a great Mother's Day gift and read this book. Wow! What amazing insight! Dena Higley nailed it! "Momaholic" is the new name for the Supermoms of the 70's! Apparently they never learned from the history of their mothers, so they're doomed to repeat their mistakes! Wild Ride Pick up the book and fasten your seatbelt. Author, Higley, puts it all out there and some of her hovering, judgmental behavior is tough to watch. I squirmed through 3/4 of the book, but it was worth seeing the recovery and hope in the end. Momaholic Well wrtitten easy read that was so close to home. True insight on what to do as a parent. What is the right attention balance? Makes you think. Wish I had this when mine were toddlers. Highly recommended!!! Humor and Heart! I cannot really put my finger on the reasoning behind my choosing the book Momaholic. I have nothing in common with the author, Dena Higley. She has teen and adult children all of whom have suffered and triumphed in their own ways. My oldest is five and his biggest tragedy to date was the dog chewing up a favorite toy. Dena is the head writer for Days of Our Lives. I am no longer a "working" mother, and I certainly don't watch soap operas. However, something in the description drew me to this book. Instead of a how-to/self-help type book, which I typically avoid like the plague, I liked the idea of a candid look at what happened inside of one unique family. No directions on how to change your life. No magic equations.

The Anti-Romantic Child Audiobook by Priscilla Gilman

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Priscilla Gilman) — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 09:18:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Anti-Romantic Child Subtitle: A Story of Unexpected Joy Author: Priscilla Gilman Narrator: Priscilla Gilman Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 04-19-11 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Priscilla Gilman had the greatest expectations for the birth of her first child. Growing up in New York City amongst writers, artists, and actors, Gilman experienced childhood as a whirlwind of imagination, creativity, and spontaneity. As a Wordsworth scholar, she celebrated and embraced the poet's romantic view of children - and eagerly anticipated her son's birth, certain that he, too, would come - trailing clouds of glory. But her romantic vision would not be fulfilled in the ways she dreamed. Though Benjamin was an extraordinary child, the signs of his precocity - dazzling displays of memory and intelligence - were also manifestations of a developmental disorder that would require intensive therapies and special schooling, and would dramatically alter the course Priscilla had imagined for her family. In The Anti-Romantic Child, a memoir full of lyricism and light, Gilman explores the complexity of our hopes for our children, our families, and ourselves, and the way in which experience can alter and lead us to reimagine those hopes and expectations. Using Wordsworth's poetry as a touchstone, she speaks intimately of her poignant journey through crisis and disenchantment to a place of peace and resilience. Through her courageous account, we discover how events and situations often perceived as setbacks can actually inspire and enrich us. Developing a supple and open mind is important, this book reminds us, not only with respect to our children but also with respect to our relationship with any person whose otherness is at first disorienting. As she goes beyond her family's trials and ultimate triumphs, Gilman illuminates the flourishing of life that occurs when we embrace the unexpected. The Anti-Romantic Child is an incredible synthesis of memoir and literature, one that resonates long after you finish listening. Members Reviews: Fabulous I never read a book twice and this one I definately want to. The honest emotion, love, sacrifice is beyond real. I know Priscilla and Benj. Priscilla is me. She is my daughter. I know children like Benj. I wish they all had moms like Priscilla. I even love poetry now; especially, Wordsworth....

Autism Audiobook by Mamta Mishra

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mamta Mishra) — Fri, 28 Apr 2017 03:23:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Autism Subtitle: Our Journey and Finding Happiness Author: Mamta Mishra Narrator: Kimberly Hughey Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 04-28-17 Publisher: Fifth Estate Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: There are thousands of books on autism. Some books advocate new methods of teaching styles. Some talk about alternative medications that have worked miracles. This book does not make such claims. What this book conveys is that every family who has a child with autism has to figure out a coping system that works for their child with autism and for themselves. This is our journey to that place of facilitation and happiness. There are many variables that effect the real life situations of living with autism. Assimilating the research based teaching methods and styles with a great deal of love, compassion, patience, and consistency has paid off for us, and it will also work for you. The fact that our child is processing information, using cognitive and metacognitive processes in his life's situation, trying to problem solve and use schema or prior knowledge for his own benefit and survival goes beyond the scope of the usual fundamental theories presented today. We have found that properly amalgamating various theories with common sense applications has worked for our child and us. This book is our way of tackling autism, so it is a one of a kind story. You will see the processes described in this book will yield an individual result, which will also work for you, producing your own "one of a kind story". Every family who faces the challenge of taking care of a child with autism goes through emotional trauma. This book is not about that pain but how we have overcome that pain and we have come out stronger. We want the autistic child to develop into a happy person, who is able to function well in his or her surroundings. Beyond simply functioning, we want to discover the child's natural talents and skills, and possibly develop a vocation. Members Reviews: I have read several books on autism but this book's ... I have read several books on autism but this book's uniqueness is reflected by the title itself as it offers concrete and practical guidelines to all queries and concerns on whatever level a child is on autistic spectrum.It tells us about physical interventions and positive handling techniques along with behavioural management strategis. Author tries to provide knowledge on how to help an autistic child by converting their emotional, sociology and behavioural challenges into their potential and skills. I am sure by reading this book any family dealing with an autistic child will get new hope and learn simple methods that they can apply and give a positive direction to their life. Fantastic hands-on insight about autism This book-Autism: Our Journey and Finding Happiness,describes revealing facts and experiences about the challenges an autistic child has to come across in their day to day life.The goal of the author- Mamta Mishra is to help our young adults on the spectrum and their families and also prepare for their own challenges and struggles and look forward by giving a positive meaning to their life. It is written in language that is easily understood. It is a great book for information ... This book is a very informative about autism. It gives the reader actual examples of how this family has deal with their son being autistic. There are some basic how to's in this book. It is written in language that is easily understood.

My So Called Lungs Audiobook by Joe Richman, Laura Rothenberg

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joe Richman) — Mon, 03 Apr 2017 10:54:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My So Called Lungs Author: Joe Richman, Laura Rothenberg Narrator: Barbara Bogaev, Joe Richman, Laura Rothenberg Format: Original Recording Length: 27 mins Language: English Release date: 04-03-17 Publisher: Soundprint Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Laura Rothenberg is 21 years old, but, as she likes to say, she already had her mid-life crisis a couple of years ago; and even then it was a few years late. Laura has cystic fibrosis, a genetic disorder that affects the lungs and other organs. People with CF live an average of 30 years. Producer Joe Richman gave Laura a tape recorder. Laura kept an audio diary of her battle with the disease and her attempts to lead a normal life with lungs than often betrayed her. Laura died on March 20, 2003. The Soundprint documentary series features the best work of top radio producers. The award winning documentaries are renowned for drawing the listener into the story with compelling interviews, authentic voices and rich sound. From memoirs to science, health and popular culture, Soundprint creates a powerful experience the listener will not soon forget. Here are some related Soundprint documentaries: Fear on the Inside: Diary of Domestic Violence Produced by: Dan Collison Reaching for Power Through Pain Produced by: Njemile Rollins Soundprint Executive Producer: Moira Rankin Technical Director: Anna Maria de Freitas Managing Producer: Sesh Kannan Audio Engineer: Jared Weissbrot Production Assistant: Anu Yadav

100 Top Secrets of the Kitchen Audiobook by Bruce Jarett

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bruce Jarett) — Thu, 16 Mar 2017 12:02:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 100 Top Secrets of the Kitchen Subtitle: Professional Tips & Tricks of the Trade Author: Bruce Jarett Narrator: Douglas Harrison Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 03-16-17 Publisher: Bruce Jarett Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Author Bruce Jarett has put together a must-have entertaining guide for people who love to cook and want to know the inside scoop when it comes to professional cooking tips. His humorous advice on shopping methods, food preparation, serving guests, understanding recipes, and dealing with common kitchen mishaps, is enjoyably spot on - fun to listen to, and will prove to be an invaluable go-to manual for the home cook and for professional chefs. Members Reviews: A MUST READ I am not into cooking, but after reading this fun book that made me laugh to tears, decided to go at it! I especially enjoyed the ability to see the "cheat" notes, which helped me find the particular topic I needed to help me with my attempt at cooking! Many tips, secrets and even facts. I did not know actually enticed me to cook again! I thank you, my husband thanks you and now we both enjoy cooking and laugh over the experience. I, highly recommend this book. A Must-read from a chef with a wonderful sense of humor. Simmering With Laughs It's hard to say when the last time was that I read a cookbook and laughed so much - probably never at all. But this book is an unexpected delight, with insights, advice, and guidance that will make anyone a better cook - no matter what level you're at now, and the personal stories that the author shares are delightful and deliciously appealing too. An informative, funny and useful read! Buy this book! This is a great book written by a chef who has a great sense of humor. I found myself laughing and chuckling as I read it which helps to retain the great tips. The topics written in the corner help to find a topic again when you are looking for it to assist in a recipe or general kitchen experience. Each secret has many facts... so this is definitely worth the purchase and a great read that will put you in a good mood, in your kitchen, ready to cook! Learned alot Laughed alot Loved the book learned alot laughed alot a must read Great book. Informative and very Great book. Informative and very funny

From Conception to Confusion Audiobook by Julie Davidson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julie Davidson) — Thu, 05 Jan 2017 23:30:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: From Conception to Confusion Subtitle: More Than 150 Silly, Sage Stories of Wit and Wisdom from a Mom Who's Been There Author: Julie Davidson Narrator: Rachel Alena Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 01-05-17 Publisher: Momosa Publishing LLC Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: From Conception to Confusion takes listeners through a funny, poignant journey from conception through school years - from a mom who's been there, and while battle-scarred still maintains her sense of humor. Members Reviews: Fantastic Awesome story...I learnt a lot on parenting and how to navigate my day to day life.

You Are a Priest and a Warrior Audiobook by Rich Klena

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rich Klena) — Fri, 05 Aug 2016 15:40:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: You Are a Priest and a Warrior Subtitle: A Book to My Son Author: Rich Klena Narrator: Rich Klena Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 08-05-16 Publisher: Ziggy the Lion, llc Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Leaving a legacy for your children - and for their future children- means sharing meaningful, family stories that will inspire future generations. Rich Klena felt inclined to write down a set of stories for his son Jeff. This would include memories from Rich's own life, as well as aspects of his family's heritage that Rich only learned about as an adult. These stories from a Christian father to his only son form a kind of a road map, a manuscript of how to win in life. It establishes priorities and guidelines for understanding one's identity, knowing what is worth fighting for, and determining how to stay on track to achieve it. Now in an audiobook format, You are a Priest and a Warrior is available to inspire other people in their life's journeys, especially those of fathers and sons. Members Reviews: Passing On Your Values I think many fathers struggle with how to pass along their values and faith to their sons and daughters. I have. I appreciate Rich Klena's transparent conversation with his son and the solid and grounded foundations that he provides along with his own ups and downs attempting to live out these principals. It's opened new avenues for me to share my life without sounding like I'm preaching to them.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: What I Learned from the Dog Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 03:57:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: What I Learned from the Dog Subtitle: 31 Stories about Family, Courage, and How to Listen Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark Narrator: Joyce Bean, Phil Gigante Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 12-06-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: The stories in Chicken Soup for the Soul will encourage listeners to stay upbeat, because there's always a brighter way to look at life. This collection includess 31 Stories about family, courage, and how to listen. Members Reviews: LITHONIA, GA I truly enjoyed this book. It is my plan to purchase more books in this series. I find the Chicken Soup series very inspirational, funny and fun to read. Thank you for the "Chicken Soup" experience.

Keeping the Feast Audiobook by Paula Butturini

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Paula Butturini) — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:48:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Keeping the Feast Subtitle: One Couple's Story of Love, Food, and Healing in Italy Author: Paula Butturini Narrator: Renée Raudman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 03-04-10 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Paula and John met in Italy, fell in love, and married in Rome four years later. But less than a month after the wedding, tragedy struck. They had transferred from their Italian paradise to Warsaw and, while reporting on an uprising in Romania, John was shot and nearly killed by sniper fire. Although he recovered from his physical wounds in less than a year, the process of healing had just begun. Unable to regain his equilibrium, he sank into a deep sadness that reverberated throughout their relationship. It was the abrupt end of what they'd known together and the beginning of a new phase of life neither had planned for. All of a sudden, Paula was forced to reexamine her marriage, her husband, and herself. Paula began to reconsider all of her previous assumptions about healing. She discovered that sometimes patience can be a vice and anger a virtue; that sometimes it is vital to make demands of the sick that they show signs of getting better. And she rediscovered the importance of the most fundamental of human rituals: the daily sharing of food around the family table. A universal story of hope and healing, Keeping the Feast is an account of one couple's triumph over tragedy and illness, and a celebration of the simple rituals of life, even during the worst life crises. Beautifully written and tremendously moving, Paula's story is a testament to the extraordinary sustaining powers of food and love, and to the stubborn belief that there is always an afterward---there is always hope. Critic Reviews: If food is love and love heals, does that mean that food heals? Paula Butturini proves the equation in gorgeous yet unadorned prose. I will never, ever forget this book. (Patricia Volk, author of Stuffed) Members Reviews: Watered Down Renee Raudman's performance is excellent and Paula Butturini's writing is beautiful. The question is how much do you want to know about preparing fresh baby food the Italian way. Butturini paints a vivid picture of rich food in full color and tells a tale of such pain it is difficult to control the growing lump in your throat. Until Butturini breaks to describe food in the Italian market and you lose track of who was in what pain. Appreciation is a matter of balance and of preference. There may be those who prefer their heartbreak in smaller doses and are not distracted by lengthy descriptive interruptions. If that is you, this is your book.

Released Audiobook by Tina Thompson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tina Thompson) — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:08:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Released Subtitle: Setting Your Spirit Free from Depression and Anxiety Author: Tina Thompson Narrator: Stephen Rozzell Format: Abridged Length: 1 hr and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 02-10-10 Publisher: Tate Publishing Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: "I was a pro at putting on a false face, but inside I was dying and crying for relief." Depression can be a prison and no one knows better than Tina Thompson what it means to be trapped in the cage of sadness and apathy. In Tina's autobiographical account of struggling for years with depression, she paints a picture of what it takes to overcome anxiety and depression and live a truly fulfilling life knowing that nobody is alone. She delves into the roots of depression, highlighting key symptoms including apathy and emotional trauma. She encourages all sufferers to stop fighting for control, to let God take over. Through faith, exercise, and self-awareness, anyone can break the chains of depression and be truly Released. Tina Thompson is a wife, mother of two married daughters, and homemaker living in Lexington, Kentucky. Teaching women's Bible studies, speaking at women's conferences, and discipling ladies one-on-one, Tina is dedicated to helping women discover the life-changing power of God's Word. She attended Lexington Baptist College, but her education has come primarily through her personal Bible study and the experience and research that resulted from years of depression, anxiety, and panic attacks. To contact Tina, please e-mail her at tinathompson@releasedministries.com. Members Reviews: for religious people only. I guess I should of paid more attention to the synopsis. Having depression myself I thought this may help but what i didnt realize, is that it is for religious people only. Not being religious at all, this book (after listening for 13 minutes) actually just infuriated me. There was not one single paragraph (possibly sentence) that did not contain the word God or Jesus. I found the authors voice unbearable and the book to be the rantings of a mad person. However if you are extremely religious and looking to God for help and support, I think you would find it extremely useful.

Taking the Lane: The Feminist Bicycle Revolution Audiobook by Elly Blue

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elly Blue) — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 00:57:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Taking the Lane: The Feminist Bicycle Revolution Author: Elly Blue Narrator: full cast Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 01-26-16 Publisher: Microcosm Publishing Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: This audiozine features authors and others reading some of the most popular essays and stories in the first 10 issues of the Taking the Lane zine series. Essays and vignettes range from personal to political, and a number of science fiction stories are included. One woman reads about riding her bike to the birth center while having contractions. A man reads about being led on an enchanting bicycle chase. On the fiction end, there are postapocalyptic cautionary tales and a charming time travel story set in Portland.

The Things You Would Have Said Audiobook by Jackie Hooper

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jackie Hooper) — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 10:21:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Things You Would Have Said Subtitle: The Chance to Say What You Always Wanted Them to Know Author: Jackie Hooper Narrator: Joyce Bean, Fred Stella Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 06-07-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Friends fall out of touch, we run out of time, or sometimes our courage simply fails us - and thank-yous, regrets, feelings, and secrets are left unshared. In 2009, Jackie Hooper came up with a way to help people recapture a moment that had once passed them by. She began asking them to write letters that answered one question: If you had another chance, what would you do differently? Based on the popular blog The Things You Would Have Said, this captivating collection of letters presents the moving, surprising, and inspiring stories of ordinary people. From the everyday to the profound, at times heartwarming, funny, sad, and wise, these voices range across lifetimes and even across history: an indignant young boy urges his bully to become a better man; an old man thanks the woman who protected his family from Nazis during the Holocaust; the mother of a boy with autism atones for the times she picked on an autistic classmate back in high school. Compelling, cathartic, and achingly honest, The Things You Would Have Said is a journey through the lives of people who have learned that there is always a second chance. Members Reviews: Wonderful, thoughtful book I purchased this book (and one for a gift) because one of the entries in it is from me. But I was touched by all the entries. It is a composit from a website with the same title. It started out primarily for people who were grieving over a loss of a loved one and ended up with much more. After the website was about a year old the author began compiling the entries that seemed to touch her the most and then published this book. It is well worth reading and may bring on a few tears. Insightful I thought this was a great concept that Jackie came up with. I especially related most to the letters that were written to deceased family and friends. It was interesting to see what people would say if they could. The only thing I didn't like were the letters written by kids to their crushes who are living- I think the book would be better if it was all letters to people who are unreachable (whether by death or loss of contact). Thought provoking What a great concept for a book! We all have been in that position at one time or another in our lives. It was so well put together even though there were so many variables in the letters. I think it is the perfect read for somebody who is busy and wants to spend just a few minutes a day reading something interesting. Whenever I had a few extra minutes I would pull out the book and read one or two letters and then I could put it down, go about my everyday chores and still have my mind occupied on what I had read. Great job, Jackie. Enough said The premise of the book was enticing and the first few pages of letters were endearing. After a while it became repetitive. The whole point is to tell that special someone now how you feel, before it's too late. Five Stars Product as described, fast shipping.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Like Mother, Like Daughter - 30 Stories about Learning from Each Other,

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 23:18:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: Like Mother, Like Daughter - 30 Stories about Learning from Each Other, Mutual Support, and the Magical Bond Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark (editor) Narrator: Emily Durante, Laural Merlington Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: How often have you seen a teenage girl pretend to be perturbed, but secretly smile, when she is told that she acts or looks just like her mother? Fathers, brothers, and friends sometimes shake their heads in wonder as girls "turn into their mothers". This new collection from Chicken Soup represents the best stories from Chicken Soup's library on the special bond between mothers and daughters, and the magical, mysterious similarities between them. Mothers and daughters of all ages will laugh, cry, and find inspiration in these storie, which will remind them of how much they appreciate each other. This edition includes 30 stories about learning from each other, mutual support, and the magical bond. Members Reviews: good book My daughter and wife read it and they really liked iy Chicken Soup For the Soul books are great and this one is no different Thank Chicken Soup For the Soul books are great and this one is no different Thank You Five Stars Love the mother, daughter stories. Bland book Bland. Stories not interesting. Wonderful collection I am really enjoying this book. The stories are from so many viewpoints - moms about their daughter, moms about their mothers, daughters about their moms and grandmothers, new moms, etc. We are all interwined in so many ways and this collection proves that!

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Happily Ever After - 30 Stories about Making it Work and Not Giving Up

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 17:42:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: Happily Ever After - 30 Stories about Making it Work and Not Giving Up Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark (editor) Narrator: Amy Kaechele, Fred Stella Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 01-28-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: This new book includes some of the best stories on love and marriage chosen from Chicken Soup's vast library, with selections from past Chicken Soup books. These heartwarming stories will inspire and amuse listeners, and even give them new ideas for their own loving relationships, whether they are just starting to date or are veterans of a long marriage. This edition includes: "Wasn't the First Love Story in a Garden?", "We Didn't Give Up on Us", and "Live, Love, Laugh!"

40 Things I Learnt by 40 Audiobook by Olaolu Faj Opebiyi

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Olaolu Faj Opebiyi) — Fri, 10 Nov 2017 00:13:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 40 Things I Learnt by 40 Author: Olaolu Faj Opebiyi Narrator: Olaolu Opebiyi Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-17 Publisher: FAJ Audio Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: The gnawing question, "Where will I be when I get to this age? is sometimes lurking away in a part of our minds that we have not properly engaged or otherwise have not been brave enough to face. As we try to come to terms with the passage of time, matching it against our best achievements, we somehow want to ascertain that the sum total of our journey so far has yielded worthwhile results. In this audiobook, the author shares 40 significant life lessons he learned on his way to the landmark age of 40. Glancing back over several decades of his life experience, he is able to pick out clear nuggets of wisdom that helped him navigate towards his preferred destination when he seemed to be way off course. Using personal stories, humour, poetry, and a simple, yet engaging, narrative, Olaolu is able to drive home very salient points about life and learning from it. 40 Things I Learnt by 40 is a must-listen audiobook for anyone approaching a landmark age. A special note to those approaching their 40th year, please pull up a chair and settle in with this book; it's about to get better - as the saying goes, Life begins at 40."

Shattered Audiobook by Lisa Vallejos

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lisa Vallejos) — Wed, 20 Sep 2017 06:13:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Shattered Subtitle: How Everything Came Together When It All Fell Apart Author: Lisa Vallejos Narrator: Joan Dukore Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 09-20-17 Publisher: Beacon Audiobooks Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Shattered, How Everything Comes Together When It All Falls Apart chronicles the transformational journey of one mother, psychologist, and researcher who found the courage to truly live while grappling with the diagnosis of her child with a life-limiting congenital heart defect. Written as a memoir (with the backing of a lot of solid research), this book offers an intimate journey of a parent facing the unthinkable - the possibility of outliving their child. Author Lisa Vallejos takes the listener along the journey as she experienced it first-hand. Ranging from despair to triumph, this book shows how facing death can truly be an invitation to live. Using both anecdotal experiences and established psychological research, Vallejos makes a case for trauma as a tool of transformation. This heart-wrenching and passionate portrayal of the potent human spirit to overcome incredible odds and to achieve triumph, no matter the circumstances, is a beacon to anyone who has suffered, felt lost, or has been buckled under the weight of an irrevocable life altering experience.

Dear Michael, Love Dad Audiobook by Iain Maitland

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Iain Maitland) — Thu, 28 Jul 2016 14:46:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dear Michael, Love Dad Subtitle: Letters, laughter and all the things we leave unsaid. Author: Iain Maitland Narrator: Michael Simkins Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 07-28-16 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: A wonderfully written account of a father's relationship with his troubled son, as told through his funny, tender letters. In 2007 Michael Maitland left home for university, and in the years that followed he developed depression, OCD and, almost fatally, anorexia. It was only when Michael was taken to hospital in 2012, his body shutting down and his organs failing, that the family realised exactly what was happening. Later Iain was given a bundle of letters that had been carefully saved and tucked away in a drawer - the letters he had written to Michael regularly from the autumn of 2007, when he went to university. Dear Michael, Love Dad is a collection of these letters coupled with extracts from Michael's daily diaries from The Priory and behind-the-scenes commentary, exploring the story of a son's descent, a father's ignorance and stupidity and a once joyous family almost torn apart by tragedy. Members Reviews: Does he really know Dad loves him? What did you like best about Dear Michael, Love Dad? What did you like least? That Michael got some help. What else would you have wanted to know about Iain Maitlands life? Did he ever learn to express his love in the way the Michael needed? Are his jokes to cover his emotions ever funny? It seems he breezes right over Michael's life with so much non-emotion that it's hard to tell if he owns his part in Michael's pain. This book ended in sorrow for me in that I couldn't feel any loving bond between Michael and his Dad, and his Dad and his own issues. Honest, raw, open and soul destroying! A fabulous personal experience of a family's journey together battling mental illness. Whilst there were points where I found myself screaming at Iain in the main I applauded his unfailing honesty. The ending wasn't as I expected and that pleased me. Thank you for sharing so openly. I have no doubt that in doing so you will be a great support to those on a similar journey. Fabulous work. Love Zoë PS. I mean love. Sending you all copious amounts of love and the dreaded hugs xxx

The Crowded Nest Syndrome Audiobook by Kathleen Shaputis

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kathleen Shaputis) — Tue, 04 Aug 2015 15:07:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Crowded Nest Syndrome Subtitle: Surviving the Return of Adult Children Author: Kathleen Shaputis Narrator: Barbara Benjamin-Creel Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 08-04-15 Publisher: Clutter Fairy Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Insightful and irreverent, one baby boomer helps Generation X parents to find humor in the family situations boomerang children have caused and continue to cause. These situations include frustration, exasperation, carpal tunnel, early menopause, flatulence, and Prozac-induced stupor. Millions of responsible postparental Gen Xers are cowering in confusion and despair, wondering who left the door unlocked when their adult children return home. The Crowded Nest Syndrome deals with how one baby boomer grandmother: "I'm frightened, Auntie Em," said Dorothy. Shaputis is right with you, Dorothy, braced against her door, hiding from the frat-house madness of her own home after the invasion of adult children. Where's that dumb Toto when you need him? A humorous, off-beat infomercial, The Crowded Nest Syndrome will help countless Gen X parents who woke up one morning wondering what happened to their peaceful preretirement years of easy living and forewarn those whose offspring are still too young to vote. Members Reviews: Surviving the return of kids Any additional comments? This audiobook is a warm and funny story of one woman's struggle to cope when adult children returned home. From the confusing press of chaotic living conditions; to sacrificing her vacation to entertain and raise grandchildren; to the frustration of being denied space to breathe, The book is an engaging look at a very real balancing issue in today's hectic world by every parent whose adult children are wanting to come back home. This audiobook was provided at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of AudiobookBlastcom No one warned me either! "This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of AudiobookBlast dot com." Very nicely written and beautifully narrated. What a lovely sense of humor. It is so true to life that I couldn't help but wonder if the authoress had somehow peered into my life. But I'm one of the lucky ones now. My children eventually left. No one warned me either! Read or listen to the book and you will know exactly what I mean. Super Fun Listen! Narration - Barbara Benjamin-Creel - Really Good This book is pretty comical and Barbara read it with excellent comedic timing. I honestly felt like it was the author narrating the book, so great job! The book is a hoot. It's a bit of a tongue in cheek look at life with the kids back in the house when you were just getting ready to kick back and enjoy life without all the chaos! The author gives humorous tips for 'adult child' proofing your house to encourage their desire to once again take flight back out into the real world. But it's not just about adult children coming back home - she also has sections that deal with caring for an ailing parent and the additions of grandchildren back into the nest. While it's not entirely a serious book, there are some legitimately good ideas and strategies presented in a delightfully humorous way. Really enjoyed it! I received a copy of this audiobook free of charge from audibookblast in exchange for an unbiased review

Among the Giants Audiobook by Jesse LeBeau

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jesse LeBeau) — Tue, 30 Dec 2014 01:31:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Among the Giants Subtitle: How One Underdog Pursued His Dreams & You Can Too! Author: Jesse LeBeau Narrator: Donny Baarns Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 12-30-14 Publisher: Familius Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: The sound of the basketball slapping the floor echoed hollowly in the gym, as I began working it playfully with my hands. Planning my next move, I locked eyes with my opponent. I noticed small beads of sweat beginning to form in the furrow between his eyebrows. My heart was pounding, and my nerves tightened in response... but slowly a smile formed on my lips. Here I was, 5'8" Jesse LeBeau, going one on one with basketball superstar Kevin Durant... and I was making him sweat! As I started to make my move on him, I briefly wondered, "How did a skinny kid from a small town in Alaska ever get the chance to do this?" Here I was, involved in the filming of the 2012 Warner Brother's basketball movie Thunderstruck, playing against the NBA scoring champion! It shouldn't have happened. I didn't fit the profile and anyone would have told you that. But I did make it, despite the odds. And here is my story... Growing up as an undersized white basketball player on a remote island in Alaska, Jesse had nearly every chip stacked against him. Yet despite his size and circumstances, he managed to rise above it all and make it to the big screen in Hollywood. With only the love of the game of basketball and the tenacity to follow a dream driving him, Jesse's persistence has led him to star in national commercials and movies with some of the most recognizable celebrities and professional athletes in the world. More importantly, he found a way to tweak the system and alter his dream and get paid to do what he loves to... every day! Be inspired by his story and learn the keys to successfully creating a life that is uniquely yours. Members Reviews: In today's world there are few good role models for our children In today's world there are few good role models for our children, but Jesse Labeau is definitely one I would recommend. As a father I am always on the lookout for good inspiring books, with the right message for my sons to read. In an effort to be a responsible parent I will take the time to read all books myself before offering them to my boys. "Among the Giants" is a very solid and inspiring story about a kid who refused to give up even with the odds of success seemingly stacked against him. It's about old fashioned sticktoitiveness and the ability to overcome challenges even with overwhelming obstacles in the way. I actually found it not only a great book for my boys but also personally inspirational for myself as well. A good reminder to never yield and constantly move forward in life no matter the challenges, which I believe is a good message we all need on occasion. I highly recommend this book to all parents looking for beneficial books for their children to read. Extremely Motivational I am so impressed with this book â and so surprised! Peppered with his own personal story of adversity and success, this motivational read lit a fire in me to take what I am truly passionate about to the next level. As a prior athlete myself, many of us didn't win the genetic lottery that would allow us to play a sport at a professional level. Itâs certainly refreshing to read what Jesse has done to create his own avenue.

What I Wish Someone Had Told Me About the First Five Years of Marriage Audiobook by Roy Petitfils

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Roy Petitfils) — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 20:00:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What I Wish Someone Had Told Me About the First Five Years of Marriage Author: Roy Petitfils Narrator: Roy Petitfils Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 09-28-11 Publisher: St. Anthony Messenger Press Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: How does a newly married couple make happily ever after really happen? Is marital bliss a myth or something truly attainable in the first years of marriage? Roy Petitfils knows firsthand (and as a counselor) that a lasting, fulfilling, and happy marriage needs planning, hard work, and dedication. He uses stories from friends, clients, and his own marriage to provide advice, humor, and practical tips for the newly married. Petitfils is a professional school counselor and administrator at St. Cecilia Catholic School in Broussard, Louisiana. He is a counselor at Pax Renewal Center for Individual, Marriage, and Family Therapy. Author of A Practical Guide to High School Campus Ministry, he writes an internationally syndicated column, Our Young Church. Members Reviews: From the Catholic perspective, Yet very Practical Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Sure. It was helpful to think about these various issues and concerns of marriage. Especially good for someone who has not yet been married, or is not very familiar with marriages and the issues faced. What was one of the most memorable moments of What I Wish Someone Had Told Me About the First Five Years of Marriage? It is all memorable. What does Roy Petitfils bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? He brings to life the meaning and emphasis of his own work. Well done. Whats an idea from the book that you will remember? You should sit down with your spouse prior to marriage and figure out what roles your in-laws should play in your lives, what each of you might be expecting and wanting to accept, what you in-laws might be thinking, and then also how much involvement you want to accept from your various in-laws, and what kind of boundaries will you both agree to set and to enforce within your marriage towards in-laws. Any additional comments? Helpful. Well done.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Stories of Faith: 31 Stories of Special Moments, Miracles, and

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 17:39:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: Stories of Faith: 31 Stories of Special Moments, Miracles, and Celebrating Life Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark (editor) Narrator: Sandra Burr, Tom Parks Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 03-15-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Everyone needs some faith and hope! This book is just the ticket, with a collection of some of the best stories from Chicken Soup for the Soul's past on special moments, miracles, and celebrating life. These true stories, written by regular people, tell of prayers answered miraculously, amazing coincidences, rediscovered faith, and the serenity that comes from believing in a greater power, appealing to Christians and those of other faiths - anyone who seeks inspiration. Members Reviews: I am pleased with the cd but I already had a copy ... I am pleased with the cd but I already had a copy of it. Also I cannot play it in my car player which is disappointing.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Mom - 33 Stories of Favorite Moments, Mom to the Rescue, and What

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 06:56:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Mom - 33 Stories of Favorite Moments, Mom to the Rescue, and What Goes Around Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Wendy Walker Narrator: Tanya Eby, Fred Stella Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 04-07-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: A mother's job is never done, but in this book she gets the praise she deserves. Children from 8 to 80 share their words of gratitude and appreciation in this new collection of stories for moms. Daughters and sons relate tales of love and learning, celebrating moms, their wisdom, and all that they do. These stories of special memories, loving and hard lessons, unforgettable moments, laughter and tears, and support and encouragement will bring any mom joy, inspiration, and amusement. Mothers of all ages, whether new moms, experienced moms, or grandmothers, will feel good about the recognition they receive. In this edition: 33 Stories of Favorite Moments, Mom to the Rescue, and What Goes Around. Members Reviews: Count Your Blessings Count Your Blessings...This was a fantastic read. All the stories were excellent teaching points in learning to truly appreciate our blessings each and every day of our lives. I've read numerous Chicken Soup For the Soul books, all of which have been excellent, but this one goes beyond that. A highly recommended read for anyone wanting to be truly inspired! We all need to Count Our Blessings... Chicken Soup for the Soul on Healing Best books on the market is my view as they help others to share in the same situations and know they are not the only one who experiencing an uncontrolled situation. They help bring one to reality and soothes the bite from the problem. Nobody is really alone unless they choose to be and with so many stories telling about a particular subject, these are very uplifting books. I bought this one for a friend whose husband was having terrible health issues and possibly facing near death, so they both needed hope and a reason to keep moving forward and knowing they are not alone. Good Book for Grievers These stories helped me to grieve over the loss of a loved one. Many of them have a spiritual connection, especially the last section, but it was the story "Lillian's Daughter" that truly touched me so much. Healing and Humor I think this book will be a great comfort to those going through a difficult time in their lives. It will bring healing and humor, as well as a sense of "I can get through this" and "I'm not alone," which is critical when facing the emotional strain of going through a divorce. Chicken Soup books are filled with stories about real people in real situations. Some stories are heartwarming, some heart-wrenching. Some will make you laugh, some will make you cry. I like the way they stir my emotions, and help me work through difficult times. I contributed my own story to Divorce and Recovery. Although I don't feel that I have any better insight into dealing with divorce than anyone else who has gone through it. I was fortunate to get involved with a small group through my church that addressed bitterness and forgiveness. This helped me uncover the fact that I was carrying around a lot of bitterness from my divorce because I had not forgiven my ex. Thankfully, a way was provided for me to do just that, which is what my story in Divorce and Recovery is about. I hope the readers will see that they can forgive their ex-spouses.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: My Resolution - 31 Stories of Support, Making Your Dream a Reality, and

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 19:05:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: My Resolution - 31 Stories of Support, Making Your Dream a Reality, and Liking It Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, D'ette Corona, Barbara LoMonaco Narrator: Laural Merlington, Jim Bond Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 01-07-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Chicken Soup for the Soul: My Resolution gives you great stories with practical ideas for today's times for your mind, your body, and your wallet! Everyone makes resolutions for New Years, for big birthdays, for new school years. In fact, most of us are so good at resolutions that we make the same ones year after year. They can be life-changing or really quite simple. Listen to real stories from real people about their year-round resolutions - to do with less and simplify their lives, to go "green," lose weight, quit smoking, get fit sensibly, change careers, find new meaning in their lives, improve personal relationships, find more time for what's important, and many more practical, heartwarming, and humorous resolutions. Includes: "With You by My Side", "Dreams Do Come True", "I Actually Like This!", and "Coming Full Circle".

With or Without You Audiobook by Dina Washington

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dina Washington) — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 09:32:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: With or Without You Subtitle: A Journey of Healing from the Pain of a Father's Rejection Author: Dina Washington Narrator: Dina Washington Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-10 Publisher: Authors Digital Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Wouldn't it be great if we lived in a Norman Rockwell world of smiling families with happy children and beaming parents? Dina Washington paints another picture of reality. Hers was populated by a loving mother and a father who wanted almost nothing to do with her. With or Without You is a gripping, real, living journal of the evolution from child to adult and from sadness to wholeness. Her story and her letters show how hopes can be dashed and still the human spirit triumphs. Rather than a sad tale, this is a positive reflection of a strong, confident woman who hopes her story will help others both children who essentially are missing one parent, and parents who are unaware of just how important it is to be present for their children. It is a reality check for those who might forget just how important a parents love and approval can be. Members Reviews: sad but so true the struggle is real. its comforting to know we are not alone. this is a real problem.

Sad Is Not Bad: It Is How We Grieve After We've Loved Audiobook by Harriet Vogel

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Harriet Vogel) — Fri, 26 Aug 2016 20:01:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sad Is Not Bad: It Is How We Grieve After We've Loved Author: Harriet Vogel Narrator: Harriet Vogel Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 08-26-16 Publisher: Harriet Vogel Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Life is a process of letting go: letting go of conditions we cannot control, letting go of times, places, and experiences, and letting go of people as they move out of our lives. The pain of leaving those you grow to love is only the prelude to understanding yourself and others. Sad Is Not Bad is a memoir based on "Dear Jerry" letters written to the author's husband after his death. While there are many ways to process grief, as a professional grief counselor, she had always recommended writing as a therapeutic tool. Experiencing sadness, one of a myriad of normal feelings, is part of the healing process; thus the title. You will also learn the ways in which private, personal ritual can bring comfort during the grieving process. Sad Is Not Bad - It's How We Grieve After We've Loved will help you gain insight into "living life" and "grieving loss". Photos and a glossary are viewable at harrietvogel.com/glossary. Members Reviews: Be prepared to be moved First I should warn anyone who has lost someone they loved, to be prepared to read this wonderful book with a large box of tissues near their side. The book has universality in as much as anyone who has grieved for a lost mate will fully understand the author's feelings. Read it and weep and many thanks to the author for putting into words what I am sure most people can only appreciate once the inevitable in their life occurs. Thank you Harriet and thanks to your daughter in law for recommending it to me. Barry Kramer, MD Keeping the Flame of Love Even in Memory While Healing After Loss! At certain times in our lifetime we all face loss of loved ones. How we deal with the grief of losing someone we love and cherish is as much difficult and hurtful as the loss itself. We deal with grief in different ways, trying to come to term with or overcome the cause of our grief. Harriet Vogel wrote a beautiful and extremely helpful book about how to deal with grief: Sad is Not Bad: Itâs How We Grieve After Weâve Loved. By dealing with her own grief following the sudden death of her Husband, Harriett weaved together a tapestry of humane and sensible ways of coming to terms with her loss. She penned letters to her husband superbly and affectionately meshing her memories with him with the chores of her daily life. In so doing so clearly and apparently unintentionally, she grieved by emphasizing the flame and the glow of her life with him, a catharsis made so honestly emotive and gratifying by wrapping it with the values of Jewish tradition and healthy axioms. By displaying a disposition reflected in Albert Einsteinâs adage: âLife is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance you must keep moving,â and in the Jewish tradition to light a candle whose internalized message was that ârather than mourn the absence of the flame, let us celebrate how bright it glowed,â Harriett lived with her grief not as a trauma but as an aspect of humanity. All along, her letters glowed with that human desire for hope, appreciation of nature, love and compassion even in the memories of shared life.

Evolving Through Adversity Audiobook by Seconde Nimenya

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Seconde Nimenya) — Wed, 01 Jun 2016 19:19:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Evolving Through Adversity Subtitle: How to Overcome Obstacles, Discover Your Passion, and Honor Your True Self Author: Seconde Nimenya Narrator: Brenda Stoelb Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-16 Publisher: Made for Success Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: How can we evolve through adversity and change our lives? It is one of life's great questions. In Evolving Through Adversity: How to Overcome Obstacles, Discover Your Passion, and Honor Your True Self, author Seconde Nimenya answers the above question and demonstrates that the best way to overcome adversity is to go through it. Through her own life story, Seconde explains how to apply this theory by what she calls the RRU (reflect, rectify, and unite) model. Her personal credo to evolve through all adversity and achieve any desired outcome is to take time to reflect on who you are, then assess your situation, rectify what you don't like, and reinforce or unite what you do like. Seconde details her life story, from walking hundreds of miles to school across mountains to being struck by lightning and having to hide in the bushes when a civil war erupted in her native country. Then she underwent culture shock as she came to North America and realized how her cultural background both helped and hindered her in evolving into the woman she wanted to be. Seconde's story serves as a source of reflection for listeners about their own lives. Listeners of this book will be inspired and empowered first to achieve their personal peace and then to help create peace in their communities and their world. They will learn how they can evolve past adversity; forgive themselves and others; and discover, love, and honor who they are. Members Reviews: A ride through life In this book full of highs and lows of the author's life, Seconde Nimenya brings us on a journey through childhood, early adulthood, marriage, immigration and culture shock. On the way, we (along with her) are confronted with hardships of life and the realities of two worlds apart not only in terms of distance but also culture, lifestyle and times. At the end we really get to understand what it is to Evolve Through Adversity. The connectedness of experience It was a great pleasure to read Seconde's book. I especially enjoyed reading about her growing up in Burundi. I could also relate to the struggle of balancing work and family, and of moving and living in a foreign country (Norway and England for me). Thought provoking read Seconde does a wonderful job describing her life in Africa as a child then moving to the west as a young adult with a new family. She explores the cultural differences as a woman that she encounters and her journey trying to find her self along the way. She has added thought provoking questions at the end of each chapter to help you relate her story to your own. Five Stars I loved the inspirational way Seconde told her story and at the same time involved the reader to reflect. New Book Tells Inspiring Story of Migration and Self-Realization Seconde Nimenya has lived a fascinating multicultural life on two continents, and now she shares her story in her part-memoir, part self-help book Evolving Through Adversity. She even reveals in the book that she once had an addiction to self-help books, so I'm not surprised she wrote one, although it is different than any I've ever read before because her experiences differ so much from most American self-help authors. Seconde was born and grew up in Burundi, a place I daresay most readers have never heard of--I admit I hadn't.

My Simple Story: Hurt, Healing & Happiness Audiobook by Tiffany E. LaTerra

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tiffany E. LaTerra) — Mon, 25 Jan 2016 06:20:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Simple Story: Hurt, Healing & Happiness Author: Tiffany E. LaTerra Narrator: Dorothy Deavers Format: Unabridged Length: 58 mins Language: English Release date: 01-25-16 Publisher: Tiffany LaTerra Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: My Simple Story is an open and honest look at a girl who had it all, lost it all, and learned how to be euphorically happy in life. The tragic loss of her beloved mother to cancer, a crushed heart from her first love to cheating, and many poor decisions led to an anxious and bitter woman. Being purposeful and determined for happiness and learning the value of a healthy, spiritual journey, Tiffany was able to become passionate about life again. Members Reviews: Poignant and endearing I chose to rate this book with 5 stars because it's very well written and it gives the reader insight into the author's mindset at the time the events took place. I felt a connection, because I've had the same feelings at times and I've gone through the same reactions to situations I've experienced.

Legal Discrimination Audiobook by Nehemiah Flynt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nehemiah Flynt) — Mon, 31 Aug 2015 16:55:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legal Discrimination Author: Nehemiah Flynt Narrator: W.B. Ward Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 08-31-15 Publisher: Clarence F. Thompson, Jr. Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Imagine finding out that you had been brainwashed into believing you were helping people, but you were actually hurting them. For years, Nehemiah Flynt provided therapeutic foster care without realizing the harm he was helping the government inflict on innocent children and families. By the grace of God, the blinders fell off and he began to see the wickedness of "the system." Children's bodies were being pumped full of experimental medications, parents' homes were being raided based upon false allegations, young people were being pulled out of school so frequently they were falling behind academically, and youth were being moved unnecessarily from placement to placement, causing them to develop attachment disorders and more. When Nehemiah began to question the maltreatment of children and teenagers in the state's care, he was threatened with having his foster home shut down. Not knowing what else to do, he backed off for a while. However, he eventually decided enough was enough and ceased fostering. Later, Flynt took charge of a successful Christian-based facility for at-risk youth. He soon learned, however, that the government of the United States is so narrow-minded that they would stop at nothing to close any facility operating under moral or religious principles differing from their own devilish agendas. Legal Discrimination will be an eye-opener for the majority of its listeners. You'll be shocked when you find out how the government has created agencies that operate above the law simply to discriminate against biological families (especially conservative Christian homes), private schools, homeschooling families, and anyone who expects their constitutional rights to be upheld. Members Reviews: A heartbreaking look at our broken systems. An accurate glimpse into the system created to protect abused children. If you are not closely affected by the US child protective service system, you would think this book was fiction, unfortunately it is the harsh reality. Innocent families are destroyed every day. Nehemiah shares his experiences as a mentor, foster parent & director of a Christian program for troubled youth. Nehemiah opens the door to the harsh reality of a broken system that is failing our children, destroying families & persecuting Christians. A must read for parents & all Christians. Marginalizing Christians and harming children I had never listened to an audio book before. It was different. I enjoyed being able to listen across all of my devices, because I could listen while going about my day. I have been following news reports of the lawless actions of our governmental programs: HHS and CPS. They are very corrupt corporations. They will remove a well-cared for child from loving parents while at the same time they will leave abused and neglected children in abusive homes. Such evil! In case you didn't know, HHS stands for Health and Human Services, and CPS stands for Child protection services- These agencies were designed to promote health and safety, but in reality, they do none of that.

Parents Guide to Autism Audiobook by Kym Kostos

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kym Kostos) — Wed, 19 Mar 2014 21:26:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Parents Guide to Autism Subtitle: True Life Story, Tips and More! Author: Kym Kostos Narrator: Kym Kostos Format: Unabridged Length: 49 mins Language: English Release date: 03-19-14 Publisher: Vincent Stead Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: My dear sweet little guy was "sunny-side up" and turned around, so I was scheduled for a C-Section on August 10, 2004 in the morning. They had estimated a few weeks too early and my son was taken to NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) and hooked up to all sorts of machines and a life support machine was waiting nearby. His lungs weren't fully developed yet. He stayed in the NICU for about three weeks. There were complications of him not breathing or he would stop breathing when he would be fed. Finally I was able to bring him home and then the adventure of Nick started! After I brought Nick home from the hospital, he started progressing as any normal child would. He began speaking with words like, "mama", "dada", "kitty" (we have two cats). He started to first roll around and then shortly thereafter he began to crawl. He loved to eat and whenever he would hear his spoon scrape the bottom of the jar, he would get upset and cry because he knew there would be no more food until his next feeding... Nick was progressing as a normal baby and child would. The summer of 2006, I started noticing changes in him. He wasnt smiling as much anymore, he had stopped talking and jibber jabbering, he wasnt crawling or beginning to walk anymore. It was as if everything he had learned, began to go in reverse. When I took him to get his shots in October, I asked his pediatrician, who had been with him since his birth, if she noticed in changes in him. She observed him for a while and informed me that something doesnt look like its connecting right in his head. She wrote a referral for Nick to get evaluated at Childrens Hospital. An appointment was made in the Developmental Psychiatric Department in mid-November. It was hard when a doctor tells you that your child suffers from life long disorders. Your mind tends to wander and wonder if your child will ever be "normal" again.

MOB Rule Audiobook by Hannah Evans

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hannah Evans) — Fri, 03 Jan 2014 11:42:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: MOB Rule Subtitle: Lessons Learned by a Mother of Boys Author: Hannah Evans Narrator: Lesley Parkin Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 01-03-14 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Hannah Evans has three small boys. In her world, farting is so much more interesting than phonics, dam-building trumps damsels in distress any day and, astonishingly, she now instinctively knows the difference between a Frontloader and a JCB. It's a world of mud - and just occasionally blood - sweat and tears. It is also a world of indescribable joy. MOB Rule is the funny, honest and eye-opening account of Hannah's experiences as a Mother of Boys. Supplemented by recipes, quizzes, mnemonics and mysteries, it is the indispensible guide for anyone who finds themselves adrift on a sea of testosterone, wondering when the lifeboat is going to show up. You may be outnumbered, your face may be frazzled and your toe-nails black and bare, but know that, far from being alone, you're part of a very special club. Welcome to...the MOB! Members Reviews: A Must for Parents of Boys! If you could sum up MOB Rule in three words, what would they be? A LOL book! What other book might you compare MOB Rule to and why? The Berenstain Bears Baby book, which was also a hilarious look at rearing children! I think it's out of print now. Which character as performed by Lesley Parkin was your favorite? I thought Lesley did a fantastic job with all of the characters. She is really versatile, and is one of my favorite narrators. I look for books that she has narrated. She performed the children really well. Whats an idea from the book that you will remember? All of the acronyms! My husband and I refer to everyone using the same acronyms! Any additional comments? I really thought this book was hilarious! I laughed out loud all the way through! After raising 6 boys, we could really empathize!! Perhaps I'm missing something - this is hard work What disappointed you about MOB Rule? I have made it to chapter 4 but this was hard going! As the mother of 4, I appreciate some of the things they were trying to get across but really, it's either irrelevant ( if you don't have kids) or preaching - in a laboured, slow and painful style of writing and reading, to the converted. It just comes across as semi-organised moaning! What will your next listen be? The Brentford Triangle - something different, quick paced and enthusiastic. Would you be willing to try another one of Lesley Parkins performances? I would be very reluctant to pick another book read by this person You didnt love this book--but did it have any redeeming qualities? not really! Any additional comments? I hate not completing books but this was driving me into a depression!

Chicken Soup for the Soul of America: Stories to Heal the Heart of Our Nation Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Tue, 28 May 2013 15:08:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul of America: Stories to Heal the Heart of Our Nation Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen Narrator: Bernard Setaro Clarke Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Most American heroes aren't in our history books, nor do they have monuments erected in their honor. Their names aren't in the headline news or memorialized in song. The true hero is simply someone who makes a difference - large or small - in the lives of others. They battle disease, crime, poverty and human-rights violations. They clean up environments, mentor neglected children and truly care about others. Most importantly, anyone can be a hero in the eyes of another. In Chicken Soup for the Soul of America, everyday heroes are celebrated. Heroes have always been in our midst, but the recent terrorist attacks on American soil have revealed many more heroes who have given their lives, love, time and strength to those in great need. In the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 events, Americans have found courage and inspiration from so many heroes, and this book pays tribute to them all, as well as those who appear every day in our lives. At a time when so many are in pain, these unique stories will touch listeners with love and wisdom, the cornerstones of the American people and the hallmark of the well-loved Chicken Soup series. Editorial Reviews: Following the attacks of September 11, 2001, a great sense of fear, anger, and distrust filled Americans, but also a sense of hope and unity. Whether it's the servicemen and women who were sent to fight overseas, or the first responders to the World Trade Center attacks, or the regular everyday people who helped their neighbors grieve, the country saw no shortage of bravery, as Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen show in this moving collection. Bernard Setaro Clarke gives an appropriately solemn performance that gives these accounts an even greater gravitas, helping to make this an inspiring listen. Members Reviews: Five Stars Great book Who does not like any of the Chicken Soup books Thank you Jack Canfield! Who does not like any of the Chicken Soup books??? This is heartwarming as well as uplifting and insightful. Great item! Came very quickly, and was in great shape - thanks! I dropped off this book with some snacks and a note of thanks to a local fire department, as a random act of kindness. I hope they enjoyed it :) Chicken Soup for the Soul of America I love all the Chicken Soup books. This is one of my favorites. America is a great country And I enjoy reading such positive experiences. Pass on this book This is the first one of these "Chicken Soup" books that I have read. The first half of the book was quite good. And past that, there were far more misses than hits. And though some of these stories were interesting few were inspirational and none soothed my soul. Not even close. And there was a skew towards stories from a Jewish point of view which was far out of proportion. Hardly any talk of those who enlisted to join the fight. I will not be buying another one of this type of book for myself or others.

Here's the Bright Side Audiobook by Betty Rollin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Betty Rollin) — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 17:41:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Here's the Bright Side Subtitle: Of Failure, Fear, Cancer, Divorce, and Other Bum Raps Author: Betty Rollin Narrator: Pam Ward Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-07 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Rollin writes of lessons learned and happiness gained: about men, friends, power, and more. She tells us about fair - and foul - weather friends, the usefulness of fear, and the positive outcomes of failure, divorce, and widowhood, as well as her own evolving joy as a cancer survivor. Poignant, timely, and universal, Here's the Bright Side is a unique and inspirational view of how people often find surprising light in darkness. Critic Reviews: "[Rollin] eschews Pollyanna-ish advice for personal examples and research findings on people who've endured tragedies, weather-related upheavals, and aging issues....Excellent." (Library Journal) "While there is nothing new about finding a silver lining in a cloud, this thought is only comforting if it comes from a credible source; and here, Rollin's voice is comforting....Rollin is not religious....but she is relentlessly positive." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Good news.. Here's the bright side: If you've ever dreamed of writing a book, but had absolutely nothing to say, this book will be a huge inspiration for you. The author prattles on and on in a series of unrelated and boring antic dotes, all the while quoting other authors and their books. I agree that it can be uplifting to hear other survivors success stories, but this is more like a list of people she has known or heard about who have been fortunate enough to overcome their obstacle and learn from it. They aren't even complete stories. I have tried repeatedly to listen to this book, but have yet to get more than half way through it. At one point the author relates how she was fired from Vogue magazine, not because she was a bad writer, but because she "didn't know anything". She still doesn't. And her style is annoying.

Report to Briselda Audiobook by Don E. Peavy Sr.

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Don E. Peavy Sr.) — Thu, 19 May 2016 20:36:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Report to Briselda Subtitle: An Odyssey of Love Author: Don E. Peavy Sr. Narrator: A. T. Al Benelli Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-19-16 Publisher: Prometheus Publishing, Inc Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: What is love? What is romantic love? How can you sustain a relationship amidst the storms of life and the turbulent waters of discontent? These are but a few of the questions with which this insightful book wrestles as we are taken on a journey through several marriages and relationships which are examined for what worked and why they eventually failed. You will not be a mere tourist on this journey. You will be actively involved and by the end of the journey, you will be changed. Members Reviews: Get out of Jail FREE! Would you listen to Report to Briselda again? Why? Yes... If I'm ever in "hot water" with my lover, I'd go back and reference some really "cool" things to say to make things better. This book is either written by the most prolific lover since Don Juan... or the ultimate "silver tongued" devil. A master of the spoken word... What other book might you compare Report to Briselda to and why? Cyrano DE Bergerac? Don Juan? Like I said... Totally smooth responses to an ultra suspicious woman's questions about the sincerity of her suitor. Which scene was your favorite? When she asks him about his infidelity to TWO of his former wives... She painted him into a corner... and he makes it out!... Unstained! Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Throughout the book, there is a sense of intensity with which the principal pursues the "love of his life"... Briselda. His apparent undying love drives him to bare his not-so-lily-white soul in an effort to convince her that he is NOT the man he once was. That whole undercurrent was pretty moving... Any additional comments? A new "tone" for narrator Al Benelli. I've listened to many of his books and he generally sounds like a New York newscaster, but this time he sounded more like a southern preacher... almost like Morgan Freeman playing the role of a minister. Hopeless and relentless romantic Where does Report to Briselda rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Report to Briselda ranks at the top of all of the audiobooks I've listened to so far. Don Peavy seems hopelessly determined to find love and marriage at his own peril! What other book might you compare Report to Briselda to and why? I wouldn't compare the plot to Romeo and Juliette, but I do see similar intensity to find and share love. Mr. Peavy is determined to be married at all costs, and it seems as though nothing or nobody will stand in his way to accomplish his goal. What does A. T. Al Benelli bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? A. T. Al Benelli's voice inflections and expressions certainly added life and meaning to what this author must have been feeling. Mr. Benelli sounded like he was telling his own life story, as though he felt the pain and disappointment in each of Mr. Peavy's marriages. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The most touching moment in the book for me was when Mr. Peavy left and divorced PC to find that her terminal cancer had returned. That had to play heavily on his heart and mind for a long time, especially since she lived such a short time after he left her. Any additional comments? I commend Mr. Peavy on such a well-written and moving narrative, with all of the special effects of life, love, marriage and disappointments.

Being Brain Healthy Audiobook by Ruth Curran MS

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ruth Curran MS) — Fri, 04 Dec 2015 17:23:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Being Brain Healthy Author: Ruth Curran MS Narrator: Ruth Curran Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 12-04-15 Publisher: Rolling Mulligan Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: The journey to wellness when coming back from a brain injury can be a long one. It is one that author Ruth Curran knows well. Faced with a myriad of challenges after her own brain injury, she decided to turn up the volume on the things that she loved and found ways to work through the discomfort and discouragement that can plague so many who are faced with this devastating diagnosis. Her own path - one that took 18 months - is one that she shares with listeners in Being Brain Healthy. Being Brain Healthy is a book of hope. Curran shares insights on healing from a brain injury and has the unique ability to explain complex neuroscience in a way that makes sense to those who are just taking their first steps on the road to recovery. Convinced that everyone can work their way out of what Curran refers to as "the fog" and can build better thinking skills, the author shares how she turned her entire life into a better experience. The goal of Being Brain Healthy is to combine the most cutting-edge research with what those with brain injuries know intuitively. Curran helps listeners to understand how the brain and body work together and how that can be used to an advantage. With the book divided into sections, including "Be Active", "Be Engaged", "Be Social", "Be Purposeful", and "Be Complicated", listeners will be able to see how the newest science, activities, and exercises can help those who are suffering with brain injuries to make the most of every day. Included in the book are stories from those currently in recovery from brain injuries whose experiences are meant to inspire listeners to take their own functionality to the next level. Members Reviews: Ruth wonderfully tells her story in her own words Would you consider the audio edition of Being Brain Healthy to be better than the print version? Ruth is not only a very knowledgeable author, she is also a well-polished narrator making this audio book very easy to listen to, relate to and understand. Excellent audio production. Highly recommended! What did you like best about this story? Ruth realized she needed to use her everyday routine activities, emphasizing things that can be changed in practical ways, and how to incorporate these changes into daily life, to get back to normal and maintain a healthy brain. Ruth shares how she did, and you can, use the power of thinking and acting to heal ourselves and live a much richer more conscious life Which scene was your favorite? The emotion in Ruths voice as she narrates how an automobile accident caused a major life changing event, taking her on a journey from mental devastation to mental wellness. It is a very personal story told by an author with great knowledge, intuitive wisdom and compassion. Ruths tells her story to help others and she does exactly that. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? There is nothing more precious than your mind, and Ruths book has given me tools to make the most of what I have here and now, and put me on a path to keep improving and sustaining it.

A Renaissance Redneck in a Mega-Church Pulpit Audiobook by Randy Elrod

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Randy Elrod) — Thu, 24 Apr 2014 16:19:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Renaissance Redneck in a Mega-Church Pulpit Author: Randy Elrod Narrator: Randy Elrod Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 04-24-14 Publisher: cre:ate 2.0 Publishing Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: From bellbottoms and Bible camp to a career center stage, this beautifully written, heartfelt memoir, written in the style of Mark Twain, is both a coming of age and American success story. The first person in his family ever to graduate high school, Elrod made the unprecedented decision to leave his redneck region behind-the coalmines and poverty of Appalachia-and seek, instead, something more from life. Early musical success enabled him to explore the world in renaissance meccas such as Paris, Rome, Florence, and Barcelona. He also served as the Music and Arts Pastor at two of the most influential American mega-churches. Still, with each new accomplishment, he felt even more unfulfilled. After three decades of performing for tens of thousands, a growing disillusionment with the church, and life-altering circumstances, he stepped off stage. Returning home to pick up the pieces of a shattered life, he discovered what had been missing all along. Hilarious and irreverent, the characters and tales are as unforgettable as they are entertaining. So pull up an easy chair, grab a glass of wine, a shot of moonshine - or if you're Baptist - some sweet tea, and get ready to laugh out loud and perhaps shed an empathic tear. Members Reviews: Very Real I so much appreciate the candor with which Randy displays in his memoir. Not many "Christian" people are as self-aware and willing to reveal his real thoughts, inclinations, and beliefs. His embarrassment and/or being shamed at voicing his thoughts are quite revealing, followed by his described "long silence..." As in, "boy, have I said it this time!!" I've seen his pastors in action before, and literally hate that view of the pastorate. His pastors, with the notable exception of L C Campbell (whom I also know from Okla Baptist University) is not even my definition of Christian, yet, here they "run" (literally) the largest churches in the Southern Baptist Convention. I too, try to out grow/recover from those influences. Good luck on your travels, Randy. You sure touched a kindred soul here. Thanks so much for your encouraging words. Open and honest review of church work Randy has captured in his book and recount of his personal life what so many of us in ministry service are too scared to slow down and realize. We not only lose sight of ourselves but who His is and why we chose to follow Him to begin with. My heart ache for the Artist trying to work within left brained staff but more for the left brained pastor /staff who can't fulfill life on earth acknowledging a creative God. I highly recommend this book to every church staff and volunteers. I can Relate.....Church Musician of 30 years ++ I loved Randy's frankness, his humor, his down home flavor from the hills in West Virginia. From voice jury's, the fear of acceptance versus rejection, I have been there - and done that. In one book Randy captured it all...... I highly recommend you read it via Kindle or a real copy. Worth passing around..... All the best, Art Scott An honest journey of self-discovery I met Randy during his ârenaissance yearsâ and although I had picked up bits and pieces from our conversations, I never understood his full story.

We Laugh, We Cry, We Cook Audiobook by Becky Johnson, Rachel Randolph

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Becky Johnson) — Tue, 06 Aug 2013 17:23:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: We Laugh, We Cry, We Cook Subtitle: A Mom and Daughter Dish about the Food That Delights Them and the Love That Binds Them Author: Becky Johnson, Rachel Randolph Narrator: Becky Johnson Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 08-06-13 Publisher: Zondervan Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Becky Johnson and her daughter Rachel Randolph come from a long line of laughter. The female side of her family tree is dotted with funny storytellers, prolific authors, hospitable home cooks, and champion chatters. In We Love, We Laugh, We Cook, Becky - a butter and bacon loving mama - and Rachel - a vegan bean eating daughter - share stories of their crazy, wonderful, and sometimes challenging lives as Rachel becomes a mother herself. Becky is messy; Rachel craves order. Becky forgets what month it is; Rachel is an organizational genius. (At least before baby arrives.) Sprinkled throughout are the lip-smacking, nourishing recipes they love to make and share. From food for a family reunion of 30, to lunch for a party of one in a high chair, to a hot meal for a sick friend, the authors demonstrate grace, acceptance, and love to others through the bonding gifts of humor, attentive listening, and cooking...whether diners prefer beef or tofu in their stew. Members Reviews: A lot of child birth and wedding stories Be forewarned. This book devoted a great deal of attention to child birth, wedding and marriage. Sweet Book I read and enjoyed this, and also bought one for my daughter for her birthday this year.

Learning to Be You, It's an Inside Job Audiobook by Brenda Ehrler

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Brenda Ehrler) — Fri, 12 Jul 2013 01:05:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Learning to Be You, It's an Inside Job Subtitle: Recovery and Healing for the Loved Ones of the Substance-Addicted Author: Brenda Ehrler Narrator: Toni Orans Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 07-12-13 Publisher: Just Be Publishing, Inc. Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: This inspirational book was written to assist the loved ones of those with substance addiction with finding inner healing through awareness, self-love, changed perception, and non-judgement. Anyone experiencing external pain and adversity will benefit from the author's inspiring journey. Brenda shares her personal experiences of living with a drug addict and alcoholic for nine years, and the following nine years of clean and sober living. The author takes her readers back in time to a life changing event, which started her husband on his successful path to recovery. When she did not experience the expected inner peace following her husband's sobriety, she began her own journey to find inner healing and recovery. Members Reviews: Truly Insightful I have a doctorate in psychology and have a lot of exposure to this topic area. I bought this book some time ago and it has been sitting on my bookshelf waiting for me to get a little spare time to read. Now that I've read it I wish I could go back in time and have read it earlier. There are a lot of books out there that deal with the topic of co-dependence and addiction, but I have yet to see such a deep and sensitive treatment of the subject. Even as someone who has read a lot in this area, I found new ideas and frames of reference which helped me personally. I would recommend this book to anyone who has struggled with the addiction of a love one. In fact I would probably recommend this book for pretty much anyone since we are all impacted, in various ways, by the addiction behaviors of others. This is a truly excellent book. Highly recommended For the friends and family of addicts, LEARNING TO BE YOU, IT'S AN INSIDE JOB by Brenda Ehrler, throws a first-hand lifeline to those living with substance abuse. For over nine years, Brenda lived with a practicing substance abuser. Here she shares her experience, strength, and hope as one who has learned to live beyond her loved one's addictions. Brenda offers comfort, not in a situational list of do's and don'ts, but in how to heal one's inside, which is the only way to truly affect change in one's life. Written with all the compassion and knowledge of one who not only survived an addict, but came out the other side in learning her own life lessons, Brenda shows how to use that experience to become a fulfilled, happy person. Brenda shows how to go from reacting to the circumstances of one's life to taking responsibility for one's life, and manifesting the kind of life previously only dreamed of. She shows how happiness isn't created by external pleasures, contrary to our cultural belief. Instead, happiness in manifested from the inside out, beginning with finding each person's own spiritual center. Connecting to a Higher Power of one's individual understanding allows one to reach beyond self-imposed limitations. How? By learning to change our belief systems, and values. By substituting self love and self acceptance for self indulgence and control. By taking responsibility for one's actions and replacing negative self talk with positive affirmations. A veteran of self-help books, I found LEARNING TO BE YOU, IT'S AN INSIDE JOB to be one of the healthiest approaches to family recovery I have encountered.

When the Student Is Ready the Master Will Appear Audiobook by Jean Luc Lafitte

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jean Luc Lafitte) — Fri, 25 May 2012 15:20:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When the Student Is Ready the Master Will Appear Author: Jean Luc Lafitte Narrator: Jean Luc Lafitte Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 05-25-12 Publisher: L&G (2002 Studios Media Ltd) Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Have you ever felt like you had one foot in heaven and the other on the Earth? What would you do if this actually happened? This audiobook has come to you at the right time in your life because you have downloaded it. Is it a coincidence? Or is it because you are now ready to walk a new path in your life, one that many dare not tread because it leads to the master within all of us? At 39, Jean Luc Lafitte had an experience that was to change the course of his life. It was to challenge his very existence and start him on a path from which many do not return. Join Jean Luc Lafitte in this story, which brings his journey and experience alive through a gripping narrative - a narrative that will challenge and support you as you continue your journey through your own life and story. Members Reviews: Some Good info, some misunderstanding basis I really liked this book to start with, it has a lot of good fairly accurate info about life after death in it (based on what I know from reading dozens of books about life between lives and near death experiences), but is has a fatal flaw. The flaw is, it was written by someone who has not yet cleared his mind from the stupid underlying paradigm given out by the various christian churches, who basically want you to fear a Lucifer or devil creature so you will run from him into their arms (and donate to their churches). Unfortunately the author has not risen quite high enough in his understanding to see that if there were a Lucifer, he would be doing God's Will, as there is nothing else he can do. Everything created is a part of God, so if there is a satan, he would also exist to do what God wants him to do, which may be to tempt us and to give us something to struggle against to strengthen ourselves. But God is all love, so there cannot be any truly 'evil' forces at work, all hardships come to us to teach us lessons, there are no real and absolute dark forces or evil beings, only less evolved souls who have not yet learned and developed compassion for others. Other than this, he tells a good story and makes multiple important and interesting points. A 'Christian' Cartoon What disappointed you about When the Student Is Ready the Master Will Appear? I think even devout Christians - perhaps devout Christians especially - would find their intelligence insulted by this alleged "visit to Heaven" memoir, filled with the author's alleged adventures with a cartoon Jesus, a cartoon Satan, and a whole supporting cast of other cartoon characters which could have come straight out of Scooby Doo. What could Jean Luc Lafitte have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? He could have never written or read it. What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike? He has a listenable reading voice, especially given the loopy nature of his material. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? No, none. As I alluded to before, listening to it insulted my intelligence.

Care and Feeding of Dragons: Confessions of a Diabetic Audiobook by Ahnalira Koan

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ahnalira Koan) — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 16:20:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Care and Feeding of Dragons: Confessions of a Diabetic Subtitle: Beyond Law of Attraction to Align Within Author: Ahnalira Koan Narrator: Ahnalira Koan Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 12-17-11 Publisher: Open Book Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: When I died...." Ahnalira Koan begins. After a head-on automobile accident and a near-death experience that resulted in the onset of type 1 diabetes, her life took a turn she didnt expect. Amid the struggles to assimilate her health changes, she found herself on a journey of awakening. Transforming her personal tragedy into opportunity, Ahnalira learned how to embrace her fear of the dragon within and make it into, not only a friend, but a teacher as well. All of us are evolving, and the more consciousness we can bring to the process, the more we can expand, explains Koan in her groundbreaking new book. Filled with techniques and tips to help listeners navigate any challenges that come their way, Care and Feeding of Dragons shows that all the answers needed are within reach. Using her background in Jungian psychology, Law of Attraction, and personal experience, Koan guides readers on a playful and engaging journey to becoming the best version of themselves possible. Ask for what you want. Learn to align all the parts of yourself - including the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual - and you can live a fulfilling life. Beautifully written and filled with wit and warmth, Care and Feeding of Dragons shows you the deeper meaning behind the Law of Attraction. Deal with personality patterns that are not serving you. Figure out the patterns that are calling to be made rightand learn to listen to and tend your dragons instead of fighting them. Whether youre diabetic or youre dealing with relationship or financial problems, or you are on a spiritual quest to awaken Consciousness, Care and Feeding of Dragons can jumpstart a new way of thinking to awaken greater possibilities. Life will always guide us to be the best we can be if we are willing to embrace the journey. Beautifully written and playfully presented, Care and Feeding of Dragons offers a guide to empowering yourself and realizing your full potential.The audio version of the book includes two sample meditations which utilize the author's techniques. Members Reviews: Soothing Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes, very well written and very well produced. What does Ahnalira Koan bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? A calm and soothing voice. Creates a peaceful experience. Any additional comments? The sounds between chapters are subtle but quite beautiful! Not just about Diabetes... It's about Life & More Ahnalira Koan's Care and Feeding of Dragons is a page turning journey as Ahnalira spins her web of tales of finding herself through tragic events in her life and gaining confidence, self worth and health along the way. I loved her stories about connections with nature and becoming the observer of herself so that she could shift old patterns and beliefs. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is ready to move beyond the Law of Attraction and be all you can BE! Enjoyable and inspiring to listen to. What did you love best about Care and Feeding of Dragons: Confessions of a Diabetic? Really takes my mind to new places. I love how she expands on the basic concepts of creating your reality, adding ideas about community and integrity to the mix.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: What I Learned from the Cat Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 20:07:08 GMT

Love, Life, & God Audiobook by Renee Alter

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Renee Alter) — Thu, 15 Dec 2016 20:35:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Love, Life, & God Subtitle: Getting Past the Pain Author: Renee Alter Narrator: Linda Roper Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-16 Publisher: Renee Alter Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Norman Cousins, the author of many health related books, said "The tragedy of life is not death, but what we let die inside of us while we live", which is what had happened to me. However, I never in my wildest dreams imagined I was merely in an invisible cocoon and that someday, years later, I would experience a transformation and emerge as a happy butterfly. Now the past is just a story, one I told in this book. Enter with a brave heart as you hear about my journey. Members Reviews: INSPIRING This review is from: LOVE, LIFE, & GOD: Getting Past the Pain (Kindle Edition) If you've had a lot of turmoil (aka adventure) in your life, along with numerous health challenges, this book may be for you! This book is a narrative of the many hardships this woman has experienced (a memoir). She entertains the reader with her life stories... places she had lived, people who have passed through her life - and animal stories, too. She begins to find multiple ways to shift her cognitive view of the world, which results in a transformation of herself, and her life. There is victory at the end of this book as her journey leads to her ability to create a meaningful life for herself, and enables her to deal with her physical challenges in a much healthier way. I think everyone's life is a journey; and everyone has a story to tell. It is inspiring when someone makes their 'ordinary' life - 'extraordinary'. Ms. Alter demonstrates by example, how one can begin to look at the long held beliefs behind their problems, and take that journey to a better life. Written in a biographical format. Heart rending - A must read Let me say up front, I have never before written a book review, but Iâm about to give you a two-fer. I met this author, Rene Altar, quite incidentally when she was acting as a volunteer worker in the Lampasas, Texas visitors center. I had stopped in that city to do some casual photography and needed some information of the area. I would have never guessed at what would follow the brief visit with the vivacious lady sitting behind the desk. In short time I learned she was a published author, a budding photographer, a musician, and a song writer. A lot of talent in a small package. But looking into her pretty eyes and at her sweet face, who could ever know the terrors and pain hiding behind her smile? I was soon to find out. This review pertains to two of her books â Appearances and Love, Life, & God. To read only one of the two would be like leaving the proverbial glass half full (or half empty) as the case may be. Even though each book stands on its own merits, I strongly suggest the reader not stop at just one. Appearances rather sets the stage for what is to come in Love, Live, & God, so by the time youâve read them both you will have traveled with her through many years of her life as she shares the horror she faced, the hurts she endured, the disappointments which befell her, the betrayals thrust upon her, and the mental crashes she experienced. But fortunately, thereâs an upside to all those pitfalls in her life. As the reader journeys through the years with her, Alter eventually claws her way out of the muck and mire in which sheâs been existing to finally arrive at a point where she can see the sunshine, hear the birds sing, and relish the sight of a rainbow. She finally realizes she is a child â a child of God.

The Gardens That Mended a Marriage Audiobook by Karen Moloney

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Karen Moloney) — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 15:01:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Gardens That Mended a Marriage Author: Karen Moloney Narrator: Linda Roper Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 11-08-16 Publisher: moloney minds ltd Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: The Gardens that Mended a Marriage offers the promise of paradise. It tells the story of how the writer and her husband, an architect, built a contemporary Moorish house on the top of a mountain and created a Persian garden, following the recipe laid down in the Koran for a paradise on earth. Except it wasn't as easy as that. The land slipped down the mountain, the neighbors sued, the town hall went into paralysis and wouldn't allow them to finish the house. The Spanish builder turned out to be incompetent, the lawyer disinterested and the project manager seriously ill. In between times, she visited gardens all over the world for ideas and tended her precious vegetable patch in north London and waited. Through all this, they argued, made up, disagreed about the garden, argued again, invested a lot of money and almost gave up. But over the years they came to understand that a significant shift happens in a relationship when you let go. It was the creation of the garden that taught them. Nature will allow you to sculpt her land, nurture her plants and take control only if you agree to her conditions. So it is with a marriage. You can fight human nature only to a certain extent. It's a trade-off. Accepting that fact is the real recipe for a paradise on earth. Dr Karen Moloney is a business psychologist, leadership coach and a futurist. She travels the world meeting remarkable business people and helping them become even more remarkable. At least, that's her day job. But by night, she's a writer. She has written a novel, a business book, a funny self-help book about guilt written with her sister called I Should Shag More, and this one - gardening as a metaphor for marriage. Members Reviews: Definitely a love story! Funny, witty, sometimes sad story about gardens and relationships - and people who create something special for both. Maloney's descriptions of gardens all over the world make me want to dig up my own plot and start over. The book is inspiring and fun.

Online Dating Is Hell Audiobook by Cassie Leigh

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cassie Leigh) — Mon, 15 Aug 2016 03:12:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Online Dating Is Hell Author: Cassie Leigh Narrator: Erin Fossa Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 08-15-16 Publisher: Cassie Leigh Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Online dating can be hell. Especially if you're a reasonably attractive woman. From the douchebags who think all women are interchangeable... To the nice guys who don't have a clue... To the guys who are so broken down from their last relationship they don't even know where to start... It's enough to make a woman want to join a nunnery and be done with it. It does make for some very entertaining stories, though. This book is for the women who've been there, done that, and need a good laugh before they dive back into the utter chaos that is online dating. Members Reviews: "Creepiness" is not only on men - there are some pretty creepy, whacked women out there too Yes it is. She's right, you know. "Creepiness" is not only on men - there are some pretty creepy, whacked women out there too. This is everyone's story one way or another. Entertaining read.

Island Girl Audiobook by Norma Joyce Dougherty

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Norma Joyce Dougherty) — Fri, 29 Jul 2016 16:34:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Island Girl Subtitle: A Triumph of the Spirit Author: Norma Joyce Dougherty Narrator: Norma Joyce Dougherty Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 07-29-16 Publisher: Norma Joyce Dougherty Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Author Norma Joyce Dougherty shares how God led a poor, young farm girl from Prince Edward Island, Canada to live out a real-life fairy tale on the world stage. "I became a world traveler and overnight success as Miss Dominion of Canada and contestant in the Miss World, Miss Universe, Queen of the Pacific and semi-finalist in Miss International. I found fame and fortune," she explains, "but I lost my home, myself and a sense of belonging. It took many years to find 'me' again." Women of every age, every stage and every face will relate with her "identity crisis." A crisis that is all too common in this post-modern era as women search for authentic validation. Teen girls will be particularly inspired by her struggle to live by the motto: "Beauty is as beauty does." Members Reviews: A must read! Great book. It opened my mind and heart to allow me to forgive myself for past indiscretions. It shows that we can overcome as long as we have God in our lives, and the will. Would highly recommend this. It's a great read. A Beautiful Woman - A Beautiful Story One sometimes wonders what it would be like to meet someone famous, someone who has accomplished something significant in life, someone who others admire, respect and want to emulate. Not only have I met Norma Dougherty through the pages of her book "Island Girl - A triumph of the Spirit," but I have met her, gotten to know her, and am impressed with the reality of her spiritual triumph over excessively difficult periods in her life. I found Norma's writing to be highly captivating as it relates her real world perspective on a fairy tale life with some profound insights which are highly thought provoking. Of course the book chronicles some of the excitement and thrill of being recognized on the world stage as a beauty queen, but Norma Dougherty also is candid about the pain, the problems, and the pressures of being Miss Dominion of Canada, and contestant in the Miss World, Miss Universe, Queen of the Pacific, and semi-finalist in Miss International. In all of the unexpected highs and unwelcomed lows in her life, Norma Dougherty beautifully relates how through it all she grew in her faith and trust in Jesus Christ. Just as her outer beauty is evident in the pictures included in "Island Girl," her inner beauty becomes increasingly obvious through her writing about her personal relationship with Jesus. "Island Girl" is a beautiful story, about a beautiful person, written in a beautiful manner. At a time and in a culture where women often struggle with issues of self-worth, I highly recommend reading and reflecting on the book, "Island Girl." Just as I got to know Norma Dougherty during the time that we served together on the National Board of Directors for Stonecroft Ministries, I would encourage others to get to know her through the pages of her book. You won't be able to put it down! I heard parts of Norma's amazing story years ago and knew about this book. I couldn't wait for it to be released and was spell-bound by the details of her story! As a rambunctious little girl dreaming about the airplanes that soared over her Prince Edward Island home, I related to her mischievous pranks and imaginative fun with her 9 brothers and sisters.

With New Eyes Audiobook by Heidi Siefkas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Heidi Siefkas) — Fri, 04 Mar 2016 07:53:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: With New Eyes Subtitle: The Power of Perspective Author: Heidi Siefkas Narrator: Heidi Siefkas Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 03-04-16 Publisher: Heidi Siefkas Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Heidi Siefkas lost her health, her career, and her marriage after she was struck by a 1,000-pound tree branch. While she made great strides in her physical and emotional recovery in the months that followed - an arduous process that she chronicled in "When All Balls Drop" - Heidi wasn't content to merely survive her setbacks. The time was right to build a new life. One she could live on her own terms. But what would a redesigned life look like? In her quest for answers, Heidi returned to her childhood home in Wisconsin, dove into the South Florida dating scene, revisited old flames in New England, sold her first home, jumped out of a plane, and traveled alone to South America. Every leg of her journey provided a healthy dose of perspective. With New Eyes is full of mishaps and bold decisions, all seasoned with sassy humor. Through her signature down-to-earth vignettes, Heidi inspires you to conquer your fears, head for adventure, and become the captain of your own ship. Members Reviews: we can all use a new perspective a great reminder to step back and look at our own lives and see all the potential. A journey of rediscovery and adventure! A journey of rediscovery and adventure taken by a woman seeking to heal both physically and emotionally. Full of insight, humor, and wonder at the splendor of seeing the world with new eyes and appreciation.

The Cancer Whisperer Audiobook by Sophie Sabbage

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sophie Sabbage) — Thu, 10 Mar 2016 08:30:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Cancer Whisperer Subtitle: How to let cancer heal your life Author: Sophie Sabbage Narrator: Sophie Sabbage Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 03-10-16 Publisher: Coronet Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Both memoir and self-help book, this is the remarkable chronicle of a passage from terminal diagnosis to exuberant wellness in just a few months. The Cancer Whisperer reverses our traditional adversarial relationship with cancer by teaching us how to listen to it; how to be healed by it as well as seek to cure it; and how to be emotionally free of illness even when physically curtailed. Living on the frontier between her fierce will to live and necessary willingness to die, Sophie - now thriving with cancer - shares her journey with searing honesty, unapologetic vulnerability and intelligent pragmatism. Alongside rare insights into a condition now affecting approximately one in three people, she challenges the mental conditioning we need to overcome to redefine our narratives about cancer. As 'the cancer whisperer', she offers a groundbreaking practical guide that will encourage cancer patients to: Discover what the author calls 'the whispering, the reaching into a well of darkness and finding your hands painted with light'. Inspired, wise and moving, this book is as unflinching as Lisa Lynch's The C Word and as uplifting as Kris Carr's Crazy, Sexy Cancer and carries us to a new threshold in our relationship with cancer, strengthening our ability to meet it with courage, creativity, gratitude and grace. Members Reviews: but to have written it during a 10-month period during most of which she was not even supposed to still be alive is a truly amaz I find myself in awe of the courage and wisdom that Sophie Sabbage brings to her experience with cancer. I almost wrote âbattleâ with cancer, but Ms. Sabbage shows the transformational possibilities of taking a different stance toward life-threatening illness, one of inquiry. She offers the book as a compass, a means of charting your way forward when youâre lostâwhether from cancer, another health challenge, or the exigencies of life itself. Those, like myself, who are facing threats to their health are likely to find helpful the authorâs way of integrating conflicting advice from traditional traditional and alternative sources with her own intuitions. Those who are not facing such a challenge will likely get value from the compass offered, and the spirit that animates it. This book would have been an achievement under any circumstances, but to have written it during a 10-month period during most of which she was not even supposed to still be alive was a truly amazing feat on the part of Sophie Sabbage. Iâm grateful for the opportunity to have been a vicarious companion on the journey. Sophie's spirit is fierce and intelligent. Her writing is honest I don't have cancer. But I have a life. And it's getting shorter. This book helps me realize my mortality and inspires me to be more alive. Of course, I will pass it on to the many people I know who have cancer or other serious illnesses. It's a guidebook for all of us, the ill and the not-yet ill. Sophie's spirit is fierce and intelligent. Her writing is honest. And she shares the very practical details of how to navigate such treacherous waters.

Immigrant Steps to American Dream Audiobook by Sid K Vaidya

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sid K Vaidya) — Tue, 08 Dec 2015 08:38:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Immigrant Steps to American Dream Author: Sid K Vaidya Narrator: Sudhir K Vaidya Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 12-08-15 Publisher: SUDHIR K VAIDYA Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: In listening to Immigrant Steps to American Dream, you will discover practical methods for overcoming obstacles to success. You will acquire an ample supply of wisdom presented in a memorable and thoroughly humorous way. Members Reviews: Useful guide for aspiring immigrants to succeed in U.S. âIMMIGRANT STEPS TO AMERICAN DREAM is an excellent book that is more than a simple narrative of oneâs experience as compared to many other biographies. It is a cream of the crop output of first hand experiences, and resultant rules that are golden nuggets. They can serve as guideposts for aspiring young immigrants and a motivator for success in professional careers and life. The examples provide insights into the inner workings of the corporate life, organizational politics, and techniques of how to deal with powerful senior management, peers and subordinates. At the same time, it underscores the value of oneâs responsibility of contributing to primary objective of profit and points out to the corporate management the value of human contribution in realizing profit, when the urge to fire and retrench human resources becomes intense. Convincing the management of this tenet through the Case of âMaking Bedsâ is well illustrated. The concept of âBaseball Diamondâ is most likely to hit the inner core of ambitious immigrant youths and help them tune in with U. S. main stream corporate culture. Compendium of cases, dealing with complexity of management relationships, risks, fear, and walking on eggshells under the shadow of possibilities of being fired, when spiced with humor, fine tunes the truth of corporate intricacies and enhances the value of this book. Above all, the powerful message of the book is in the âHome Baseâ of the diamond- the faith in the superpower, which not only defines the individualsâ relationship with it but controls it. Most immigrants are not exposed to the framework of U. S. capitalism, low-context-culture, legal system, and consumerism, which are the bedrock of diamonds of diversity. They unaware of the relationship between their individual and organizational behavior. If this knowledge becomes part of their training, it will shrink the span of their learning curve, which the author refers to in this book.â Exceptional Personal Story of Overcoming Odds and Making it BIG A touching, true life story, I found it inspiring and motivational. A must read for all of us who are trying to understand how penniless immigrants succeed and the hunger that drives success. Sid is brutally honest and candidly shares deep personal insight into the roots of his family structure, its influence on his personality and character, and his ascent to the executive ranks of a large publicly traded company. Quite a story of honesty, courage, and personal integrity that went into moulding a stellar success. I am encouraging my kids to read it and also recommending it, especially, to all those friends who are first generation immigrants. Thanks for sharing your life story, Sid. It is a wonderful book. I enjoyed reading it. An inspiring life story loaded with the steps taken to achieve success. Enjoyable read filled with one remarkable man's transition from life in India to living in America. Honest, funny, courageous and insightful.

By Heart: A Mother's Story of Children and Learning at Home Audiobook by Kathleen Melin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kathleen Melin) — Fri, 25 Sep 2015 23:21:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: By Heart: A Mother's Story of Children and Learning at Home Author: Kathleen Melin Narrator: Kathleen Melin Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-15 Publisher: Kathleen Melin Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: By Heart shares the surprising story of one family's journey from compliant public schooling to radical home-based learning. This literary homeschool memoir takes readers from the tundra of Bethel, Alaska, to the placid farm country of Wisconsin, all the while exploring the homeschool lifestyle. Daring and compassionate, it portrays homeschooling as a progressive choice and thoughtfully examines classic homeschool tensions homeschool decision, schedules and curricula, socialization, and the economics of co-parenting. By Heart offers a view of the homeschool lifestyle deeply connected to nature and its cycles. Unflinchingly human, it explores doubts and concerns while remaining steadfastly passionate to the homeschool choice. By Heart is a "must- read" for those considering the homeschool life and a soothing companion to parents in the midst of it. Entertaining, inspiring, and empowering, it's a delightful and provocative memoir for all parents, whether they homeschool or not. For educators and policy makers, it reveals an insider's experience of the homeschool reality; meanwhile, courageously searching the historical and cultural complexity of education rather than posing a simplistic debate between public school and homeschool. By Heart: A Mother's Story of Children and Learning at Home is a literary page-turner of a memoir that strips away facades and invites readers to an intimate portrayal of one homeschool family. Ultimately, this rare and heartfelt telling affirms all those who live their lives beyond tidy boxes and categories. Narrated by the author. Sound engineering by David Frank. "A literary memoir by a compelling storyteller." (Review Direct) "A poignant and literary memoir." (Home Education) "Unique in perspective." (Old Schoolhouse Magazine) Critic Reviews: "A work of genius. Unique." (John Taylor Gatto) "Like hitting the jackpot." (Washington Times) "Wry, wise, gentle, tender, and honest." (Otherways) Members Reviews: A real gem I had this book on my Amazon wish list for two years after first learning of the title via *Home Education Magazine* but frankly was leery of yet another well-intentioned, but not very well-written homeschooling memoir. A gift card and an inexpensive used copy finally prompted an order and now I have only two regrets: 1) that I didn't order the book sooner, and 2) that the book isn't longer than its slender 140 pages. Chapter Five, "Folk Art" practically brought tears to my eyes, it captures so effectively, in such human terms, the issues surrounding the pedagogue/ideologue "split" in homeschooling circles. Melin's clear prose and thoughtful, non-doctrinaire approach to many key homeschooling touchpoints are a welcome addition to the literature, and her book will stand alongside Guterson's *Family Matters* and Wallace's *Better Than School* as must-reads in the genre. Easy read I really enjoyed this book. It kind of has a Walton's feel to it. Very homey and family oriented. The author states some good facts about homeschooling which helped solidify my decision to make the jump and pull my DD out of school.

Skinned Knees and Elbows Audiobook by Gary McKraken

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gary McKraken) — Fri, 28 Aug 2015 00:31:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Skinned Knees and Elbows Subtitle: A Nostalgic Look at the Games We Played as Children Growing Up in Simpler Times Author: Gary McKraken Narrator: Martyn Clements Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 08-28-15 Publisher: Hiccius Doccius Limited Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: A semi-autobiographical retrospective of the childhood games typically played at school in the UK during the 1970s and 1980s, times much different than today... As I produce this book, I find myself quickly approaching my 50th birthday. With that milestone on the horizon, it has made me rather nostalgic about the "old days" as I took my formative steps into this world during the 1970s and 1980s in the UK. Life was simpler back then in many ways: there was no Internet, no smartphones, no Twitter, no Facebook, no social media, no games consoles. At home and at school, you made your own fun using your imagination. There were all sorts of games we would play to entertain ourselves and learn about life and relationships while we were at it - real life relationships and friendships. I find myself looking back on those times more and more today. And that's why I wrote this book. I wanted to reflect back on those times so you can reminisce with me, or perhaps discover childhood games for the first time. Minor injuries were not uncommon. Skinned knees and elbows often suffered from a fall playing soccer, or perhaps finger, thumb, or rusty bum. So that's where my title comes from. Here are a few of the innocent (or perhaps some not so innocent) games from my childhood you will hear about: Members Reviews: TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE Pleasant afternoon read for those old enough to remember growing up as a child without internet, video games, cell phones and personal computers. The author grew up in Great Britain. As an American reader, for me, there were similarities and differences. I clearly remember being "it" and playing hopscotch. Finger, Thumb or Rusty Bum sounded a bit scary to me; marble and hide and seek were two classics that I fondly remember. We kept in shape by participating in skipping games and cops and robbers. One of my favorites was "freeze tag," which the author remembers as Statue. In any case, readers who are fifty plus will take a walk down memory lane while reading this short book. Interesting reflections! This is an interesting look back to the 70's and a completely different way of life than we find today. I wish the author would have added more personal reflections in the book, but talking about the games reminded me of my own time of growing up. Although I grew up in America, a lot of the games are similar. I hope parents and grandparents will read this book and encourage children and grand-children to venture outside and enjoy their own games. Childhood should be a magical time shared with friends, Learnt New Games Most of the games were derived from a culture that's new for me. Despite that, the games I played as a kid had a lot of common ground with the ones mentioned in the book. It was an exhilarating experience comparing aspects of each game with ours. It turned into a family read. There were some games, though, that I couldn't understand until I looked at their YouTube videos.

Divorce Can Be Such Sweet Sorrow: Divorce: Your Lawyer Is Your Partner Audiobook by Pete Geissler

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Pete Geissler) — Wed, 12 Aug 2015 23:45:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Divorce Can Be Such Sweet Sorrow: Divorce: Your Lawyer Is Your Partner Subtitle: Be Wise, Compromise Author: Pete Geissler Narrator: Sandy Vernon Format: Unabridged Length: 25 mins Language: English Release date: 08-12-15 Publisher: The Expressive Press Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: I am not a lawyer; I am survivor of a divorce that, to a great extent, was resolved amicably because my lawyer/partner and I adhered to the principles and rules I put forth in this book. I derived the principles and rules from my experience, conversations with my lawyer/partner, observing several friends as they meandered and muddled through their divorce proceedings, and written cases that were similar to mine, all of which I found to be instructive - some of which I found to be bizarre as well. All of that doesn't detract one bit from the validity of the principles and rules I so fearlessly put forth, and I hope that you and your spouse heed them - with the consent of your lawyers, of course.

Growing Eden Audiobook by Kate Fridkis

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kate Fridkis) — Thu, 01 May 2014 17:03:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Growing Eden Subtitle: Twenty-Something and Pregnant in New York City Author: Kate Fridkis Narrator: Jessica Almasy Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Kate Fridkis, a neurotic twenty-something writer in Brooklyn makes the seemingly crazy decision to become a mother. This is a memoir about pregnancy, and about making the huge choices that sometimes result in growing up, or at least growing. Members Reviews: An excellent book if you think you might want kids... I inhaled this book - while I agree with a previous reviewer who said it was a little disjointed and could use more editing, it is also a refreshing and unique (and much-needed) voice. (I had no issues with chronology.) There are many books on becoming a mother, but I haven't come across any from "my" generation/demographic (I'm 31 - close enough!). So many people I otherwise identify with aren't really having kids, either yet or at all. Her writing reminds me a bit of Anne Lamott - honest (very honest!), funny, touching without being sentimental or sappy. She articulated a LOT of thoughts and feelings I've had around the topic and made it all so tangible - and so okay to identify with her and go ahead into the unknown. I loved it. I can't wait to read more of her longer-form work in the future! I have a hard time believing a publishing company would spend as much time and care editing a $4 e-book as they would a $15 print book... but they should totally do this! PRINT it. I want to highlight parts and give it to my husband to read! I want it on my shelf in between Operating Instructions, High Tide in Tuscon, and Delancy. A Strong First Title The strength in Kate Fridkis' first work lies in her vulnerability and honesty. She mentioned on her blog that "some of the writing feels like my journal," and in fact this is a pretty close description of how the short e-book reads. Since, as a reader, I was immediately drawn in by the personal, confidante tone of the book I had no confusion about the chronology of her story - In my opinion it flowed quite naturally. I do agree that at times it felt under-edited, but I wonder if this was done on purpose to maintain that element of "rawness" that made this pregnancy/birth/personal narrative far more interesting than a clinical, watered down description. The only other aspect that left me puzzled as a reader was the sometimes elegant prose and turns of phrase that I would stumble upon in parts of the book. While these would fit perfectly and function beautifully in a novel, they seemed incongruous here and sometimes broke the flow of my reading since I was accustomed to the author's personal narrative voice (which was not of any lesser quality, but something different than the kind of prose one might read in a novel). Overall a story that shines for its honesty and that is captivating from the first page (one can easily read it in one sitting). I look forward to longer works from Kate. (Full disclosure, since I always wonder about the source of positive reviews: I am a long time reader of Kate's blog, Eat the Damn Cake, but have no other relation to her.) I personally know Kate, so I hope this doesn't ... I personally know Kate, so I hope this doesn't sound unbiased! I actually met her after being a fan of her online blog for a long time and being impressed with her writing. She is hilarious but also insightful. As someone who doesn't have children yet, this was such an interesting insight into pregnancy and motherhood.

Mommy Memoirs Audiobook by Ann Van De Water

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ann Van De Water) — Thu, 01 May 2014 00:08:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mommy Memoirs Subtitle: A Hilarious and Heartwarming Look at the Trials and Triumphs of Being a Mom Author: Ann Van De Water Narrator: Misty of Echoing Praise Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-14 Publisher: Morgan James Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: If you are a mom, want to be a mom, know a mom, or have a mom, this inspirational audiobook is for you! With humor and candidness, Ann Van De Water shares her personal experiences of motherhood by giving glimpses of her journey in the form of short read-and-run anecdotes that will have you laughing out loud one minute and tearing up the next! Ann takes you step-by-step through her own adventures, from realizing her ob-gyn went to her church and finding out she was pregnant with her first to her hysterectomy, launching her youngest off to college, and facing the dreaded empty nest with bucket list in hand - and everything in between - she leaves few stones unturned. Her transparency gives you permission to admit to your own imperfections and laugh with her as you recognize yourself in the tales she tells. Learn from her mistakes and rejoice with her as she sees Gods hand of blessing in her life as a wife and mother! You will appreciate the short stories that can be devoured quickly and the humor she brings to each situation in turn. You will come away with the reminder to take yourself less seriously and enjoy a good laugh every day. However, have a box of tissues on hand as well. Many of us have been there and done that. Enjoy Anns memories of her mommy moments! Come be reminded of what an honor and privilege it is to partner with God in the best career out there - being a mom! Members Reviews: Funny & frank, for those who aren't June Cleaver! Would you listen to Mommy Memoirs again? Why? I LOVE Mommy Memoirs! There's so much pressure on women to be all and do all. This book shows that others are experiencing the same juggling act... and surviving, even thriving! The chapters were short and sweet. Perfect for my busy schedule. Full of humor, this book made dishwashing and vacuuming go faster! What was one of the most memorable moments of Mommy Memoirs? "Nurse Nasty" had me in hysterical tears! I love that this book isn't just about pregnancy or toddlers. It spans all of the ages and stages. What does Misty of Echoing Praise bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Her "performance" feels more like I'm listening to my best friend! I love her casual approach, and subtle laughter. You can hear her smiles! Perfect narrator for this audiobook! Any additional comments? Great gift for a new mom, baby shower, or Mother's Day!

Make Me a Mother Audiobook by Susanne Antonetta

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Susanne Antonetta) — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 08:35:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Make Me a Mother Subtitle: A Memoir Author: Susanne Antonetta Narrator: Karen White Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 02-25-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: A woman unexpectedly finds her best self through a sleepy bundle handed over at the airport in this heartfelt and surprising memoir. In Make Me a Mother, acclaimed memoirist Susanne Antonetta adopts an infant from Seoul, South Korea. After meeting their six-month-old son, Jin, at the airport - an incident made memorable when Susanne, so eager to meet her son, is chased down by security - Susanne and her husband learn lessons common to all parents, such as the lack of sleep and the worry and joy of loving a child. They also learn lessons particular to their own family: not just how another being can take over your life but how to let an entire culture in, how to discuss birth parents who gave up a child, and the tricky steps required to navigate race in America. In the end, her relationship with her son teaches Susanne to understand her own troubled childhood and to forgive and care for her own aging parents. Susanne comes to realize how, time and time again, all families have to learn to adopt one another. Members Reviews: Perhaps a good story, not a great narrator Is there anything you would change about this book? The book very soon stops being an adoption story and goes all over the place How could the performance have been better? I honestly couldn't decide whether this narrator is a real person or a very sophisticated robot

Adversity Builds Character; An Inspirational True Life Story of Disability, Addiction and Acceptance

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tom Ufert) — Mon, 31 Mar 2014 17:22:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Adversity Builds Character; An Inspirational True Life Story of Disability, Addiction and Acceptance Author: Tom Ufert Narrator: Russell Stamets Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-14 Publisher: Tom Ufert Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Adversity Builds Character is the story of a young man's life struggles to find his way through the trials and tribulations of family turmoil, self-determination, and personal judgment. This transformational life experience, like so many, demonstrates the triumph of the human spirit over the pitfalls in our modern world. From a divorce wrecked family life through the upheavals of a shattered home brought on by a disease-ridden single mom, Thomas Ufert is blessed with the first of many second chances granted to him by his Godmother and her family. Overcoming personal character flaws this new home life radically averts potential disaster and leads him to greater heights by redirecting and guiding the God-given talents of his character leading to never before realized academic and social achievements. At the height of his new found career development, while in college, Tom's world is shattered yet again by the sudden tragic loss of his mother in a bizarre event of mercy-killing and suicide. While attempting to put this catastrophe behind him, personal doubt, guilt, and the awakening of his inner most desires threaten to destroy all he has worked so intently to achieve. Drinking and sexual experimentation almost ruin his future hopes of a promising political career to only be averted and redirected yet again through the guiding love of his life-long patron. Studies abroad and the first real love of his life demonstrate the truth of his path. Short-lived, divorce yet again forces a change of direction, ultimately pointing the way to his true self. Temporarily postponing his career, Ufert relocates and discovers a world where he finally feels at home and accepted without ridicule. As is so often the case, comfort and overconfidence lead to weakness and self-destruction. It is at this moment that one either succumbs to the burden of outside influence or gathers all his strength to rise like a phoenix. Though poor judgment nearly costs him his life, Tommy finds his character and rises above it all. Members Reviews: This man is Amazing! Inspirational Truely inspirational! A must read!! If you think you've had it hard you should read this! He has been thru hell and still remains strong! Kudos! Ufert Inspires Tom and I were classmates in high school but have lost touch since. When I saw that Tom had written a book, I wanted to read it just to know what had gone on in his life. I was not prepared for the intensity, honesty and courage that poured from the page. I can honestly say I know of no one who has been through as much as Tom has in his life. As we go through life we often have to remind ourselves to be thankful for our blessings. This book is a blessing in that it reminds us that through the grace of God and a positive attitude, all things are possible. I can't wait for the book tour. Thank you Tom. Awesome book I do know the man that wrote this book. But being bias, this book was awesome. It made me realize that there is someone that has had it worse than you. And with the power of God and will power you can do so much for yourself. Thank You Tom for sharing this with the world. good read. I learned a lot about Tom that I did not know before. He bares his soul without sensationalizing the story.

Doctor's Notes Audiobook by Rosemary Leonard

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rosemary Leonard) — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 02:29:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Doctor's Notes Author: Rosemary Leonard Narrator: Kirsty Besterman Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-13-14 Publisher: Headline Digital Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: BBC Breakfast's Dr Rosemary Leonard shares more incredible stories from her career as a GP. 'I'm in the wrong job,' I said to our practice nurse, 'I should definitely have been a detective.' For Dr Rosemary Leonard, a day in her GP's surgery is full of unexplained ailments and mysteries to be solved. From questions of paternity to apparently drug-resistant symptoms, these mysteries can sometimes take a while to get to the bottom of, especially when they are of a more intimate nature. In her second book about life in her London surgery, Dr Rosemary recalls some of her most puzzling cases...and their rather surprising explanations. Members Reviews: Maybe I wasn't her target audience I dunno ...the doctor and I just didn't bond, as she came across a bit too self-impressed for me. Guess she realizes that "sex sells", since the first case is about a man's disappearing penis, with others focusing on pregnancy (three patients, same father), a "routine" pap smear that turned out more difficult than expected due to multiple piercings ("... like a scrapyard down there."), and one where a woman learns NOT to mix Dettol (US: Lysol, I think) in her bath water. Not sorry I bought it, but not sorry the first book isn't available as an audio either. This was plenty. Afterwards, I watched a clip of Dr. Leonard, finding the narrator got the voice down nearly exactly. Be disappointed......very disappointed. If this book wasnt for you, who do you think might enjoy it more? Somebody who hasn't worked in the NHS, specifically in Primary Care in GP surgeries Has Doctor's Notes put you off other books in this genre? I am a retired Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner of 20 years experience who misses her career and who loves a bit of a reminder of what used to be. However, if any of the GP's I worked with had this attitude, I would have reported them to the BMA! I'm not sure if it was the slightly arch and hectoring delivery but Dr Leonard came across as judgemental, bullying and as having scant regard for confidentiality within the practice. I'm pretty sure that this would not be the case in real life but I was concerned that anyone listening to this who had similar problems would be put off seeing their own GP for fear of the above. Additionally, I felt that Dr Leonard expressed shock and surprise at incidents which are quite common occurrences in General Practice, and that if she really had worked in a Sexual Health clinic in London for some years then she had retained a very low shock threshold! The stereotypical characterisations of "gay sexual experimenter" and "overweight drinker" and "hippy with piercings" et al felt, at times almost offensive. I felt disheartened by this book whereas other books in this genre make me nostalgic or teach me things I did not know. I like to be moved by the care and concern that health care professionals feel for their clients, not invited to laugh at the "stupidity" of people who are overweight, or have sexual or other health problems. In other places it came across as a (very) thinly disguised government health promotion message. How could the performance have been better? I felt that that Kirsty Besterman portrayed Dr Leonard as being quite cold, brisk and superior, and this may have skewed the tone of the book.

My Top 40 at 40 Audiobook by Kari Loya

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kari Loya) — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 07:01:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Top 40 at 40 Subtitle: Making the First Half Count Author: Kari Loya Narrator: Kari Loya Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 03-25-13 Publisher: XK Productions, LLC Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: How many folks have run to the bottom of the Grand Canyon, to the top of the Empire State Building, and with the bulls through the streets of Pamplona? That's just the beginning. In My Top 40 at 40: Making the First Half Count, Kari Loya presents an original, meaningful way to celebrate his 40th birthday - by sharing his own collection of forty favorite stories spanning six continents and two decades. Loya reflects on experiences we can all relate to, such as preparing for the first job interview or coping with a long commute. He shares adventures we might dream about, like a three-day James Bond theme wedding in Argentina or an epic horseback crossing of the Andes. He also reveals encounters we pray to avoid, including being audited by the IRS and even getting arrested. The stories are full of surprise and are told with a keen eye, gentle humor, infectious curiosity, and an inspiring positive attitude towards embracing challenges and learning. This audiobook will motivate you to get out there and start racking up your own stories. It's not just for those turning 40 - it's the perfect gift for any milestone! Members Reviews: Entertaining and inspiring... Guys grow up in different worlds than girls. They do things rather than talk about their lives, and certainly they are not used to sharing their feelings. That's why it's so unique to know what actually are a real man's thoughts and feelings. Here Kari steps in and opens the door to the masculine 'terra incognita'. What a rare treat for a woman to taste a sample of his world! Best story? My vote goes here:a brave Gringo dares to understand a different America - this time not the North one. Many years ago such was my experience too. Perhaps this is why I was literally taken with Kari to different places where I could speak Spanish and kept wondering how living in Southern hemisphere impacts people's philosophy. I often wonder who is thinking upside down here - 'we' or 'them'? That is a hilarious déjà vu. I do not remember laughing out loud so hard while reading a book. My recognition goes as well to the Publisher who created an outstanding multimedia mix - something quite different on the book market [...]. A compilation of pictures, text, narration (author speaking for himself) left me with an impression that now not only that I have come to know the Author quite well, but I have actually become his friend, too. This is not merely a book, but an adventure for every reader. Inspiration for Adventure I wasn't looking for it when I picked up this book, but I certainly found it: inspiration to live an adventurous life. Sure, Kari's list of adventures in the first 40 years of his life is awe-inspiring. It would take me years to travel, see, and live everything Kari has experienced. But Kari's book also reminds the reader about the adventures right in front of our eyes. Donning a backpack and cold-weather running gear, Kari decides to change up the normal New York commute. A snowstorm inspires a cross-country ski trip through Times Square. A walk down the hill to boldly introduce himself to a neighbor in Los Angeles leads to meeting the most famous voice-over actor in the world, a tour of his house, and a conversation about the trade.

Griefland Audiobook by Armen Bacon, Nancy Miller

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Armen Bacon) — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 00:25:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Griefland Subtitle: An Intimate Portrait of Love, Loss, and Unlikely Friendship Author: Armen Bacon, Nancy Miller Narrator: Nancy Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 01-01-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Griefland. It's a place no one wants to visit - a place without borders where language is inadequate and pain is constant. It's a place where every morning, one awakens to the stark reality that a loved one will never be seen, heard - or embraced - again. This is a place that Armen Bacon and Nancy Miller know all too well, for both of them, when they met, had lost a child to drug addiction. Both of them had also enjoyed a comfortable, middle-class life - until it was rocked by the sudden death of a son Alex, and a daughter, Rachel. Griefland provides an intimate, true portrait of what tragedy does to the human soul, how it changes ones life, and most important, how it can be survived. With achingly beautiful language, this audiobook explores the acute moment-to-moment experience of grief. But it also transcends that and speaks to the redemptive power of friendship, trust, intimacy, and love. Together they discover a will and desire to move forward, recognizing that life is the ultimate prize for those who survive this excruciating journey. Members Reviews: Griefland Member Having lived with the insidious grief monster for the last four years, "Griefland" describes perfectly the journey no parent every wishes to travel. The authors' words in this beautifully scripted book put to paper what I have been unable to describe to any person, unless they, too, have traveled alongside the monster that strips away every ounce of normalcy that once resided in their life. People want you to return to the way you once were, but that person has left the building -- never to return. Instead, we emerge as someone we ourselves do not even recognize. Parents who have suffered this type of loss become masters at wearing masks to hide what is boiling up inside, waiting to escape -- usually at the most inconvenient of times. Armen and Nancy have masterfully explained this journey, so that even one who has never been there gets a glimpse of what the surviving parents go through. The pain doesn't just go away at some magical date - - it remains -- as does our journey until the day we meet our children and the pain finally subsides. I have read many grief books, but never one such as "Griefland," which describes the life we members of the "Cemetery Club" endure. My sincere thanks to the two brave women who poured their souls onto paper so the rest of us can survive another day. Eloquently written travels of two women down the road of grief I lost my 23 year old daughter to suicide 4-11-13 which was totally unexpected because she had never showed signs of depression and she a wonderful person and 3rd year medical school student. I have read a few books on the loss of a loved one to suicide and some have been helpful. A friend of mine who also lost her daughter to suicide suggested this book to me and I'm so glad that she did. Though these 2 ladies lost their children to drug overdoses and mine to suicide, this journey of grief and devastation is the same. Both situations leave you wondering what went wrong.

I'm Too Young to Have Breast Cancer!: Audiobook by Beth Leibson-Hawkins

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Beth Leibson-Hawkins) — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 05:60:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I'm Too Young to Have Breast Cancer!: Subtitle: Regain Control of Your Life, Career, Family, Sexuality, and Faith Author: Beth Leibson-Hawkins Narrator: Heather Elizabeth Lynn Farrar Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 07-05-12 Publisher: Regnery Publishing Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Not every face of breast cancer has laugh lines and graying hair.... Currently, in the United States alone, nearly 250,000 women under age 40 are living with breast cancer. This year, approximately 11,000 women under age 40 will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and close to 1,300 will die. For women in their 20s and 30s, being diagnosed with breast cancer is a vastly different experience than for their older counterparts. I'm Too Young considers how breast cancer affects young women's lives: their career goals, health insurance coverage, career changes, education, and shifting work/life priorities. It shows us women dating during treatment and after, coming to terms with their altered bodies and sexuality, and making decisions about breast reconstruction. It tells the stories of a young mother explaining her diagnosis and treatment to her young daughter, a woman deciding whether to risk becoming pregnant after fighting the disease, and one determining whether to have her daughter tested for the breast cancer gene. And it looks at women struggling to gain strength from their religions in the face of spiritual crisis. Through the gift of shared experiences, freelance writer Beth Leibson-Hawkins offers comfort and companionship, and brings hope to a younger generation of breast cancer survivors.

Have the Last Word Audiobook by Craig C. Dunford

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Craig C. Dunford) — Thu, 03 May 2012 06:28:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Have the Last Word Subtitle: Write Your Own Obituary (and Learn to Live) Author: Craig C. Dunford Narrator: Jerry Lyden, Giz Coughlin, Todd Lewis Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs Language: English Release date: 05-03-12 Publisher: Floating Word Press Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Craig Dunford missed his friends funeral and promised himself hed be more faithful in checking the obituary page every day. Little did he know that reading about the dead would give him the tools to really begin living. It all started when he came across a first-person obituary, written by a 30-year-old wife, mother, and friend who felt she was taken too soon. It was brimming with humor, pathos, and well, Life. He decided he would try to write what was important to him, and found himself having to live up to his own obituary! Over the years Craig has collected many self-written obituaries from young to old, rich to poor, and from all walks of life. These life stories are filled sympathy, wit, intelligence and history. He updates his obituary regularly and has decided to have the last word on all aspects of his departure. Have you always wanted the last word? Write your own obituary and you can achieve that goal. Want a green funeral? You can be buried in a biodegradable clamshell. Were you the jewel of someones life? Turn yourself into a blue diamond. Craig will tell you how. Are you afraid nobody will come to your big event? Hire a professional mourner. Not enough friends to carry you to your final resting place? Throw pall bearer cocktail parties and you can pick and choose those who will carry you home over martinis and cheese. This resource guide provokes thought and action. It teaches but doesnt preach. There are few more eye-opening activities than defining what is important to ones self than writing your own obituary.

Wherever I Am, Im Fine Audiobook by Catherine Royce

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Catherine Royce) — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 21:15:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wherever I Am, Im Fine Subtitle: Letters About Living While Dying Author: Catherine Royce Narrator: Amanda Royce-Hale, Becket Royce McGough Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 06-16-11 Publisher: The Royce Sisters Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Dear Ones. So begins each of an extraordinary collection of letters written to friends and family by Catherine Royce as she contemplated how she would live out her life as it was slowly taken from her by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gehrigs Disease). Writing with great humor, candor, and insight, Catherine stares, unblinking, into the glare of her own mortality. She asks tough questions about living, dying, and her personal relationship with God, and makes a conscious choice both to live her life as fully as possible every day, and to embrace her death as the ultimate gift and adventure. The letters begin as a journal of her trip to India for Ayurvedic treatment after her diagnosis of ALS at the age of 54, and continue after her return to her home in Dorchester, Massachusetts. They chronicle her deep exploration of her personal spiritual beliefs, and how living her life with her death clearly before her both challenged and ultimately bolstered those beliefs. Her meditations in the deep questions of grace, her search for God in herself, and the meaning of life and death play out against the backdrop of her day to day challenges and triumphs.In her essay for the NPR series, This I believe, Catherine gave voice to her belief that, no matter what life hands her, she always has a choice. "Every day I choose not only how I will live, but if I will live. I can choose to see ALS as nothing more than a death sentence or I can choose to see it as an invitation an opportunity to learn who I truly am. That she truly lived these words is evident on every page of her letters to her Dear Ones. In them she inspires us to view lifes challenges as opportunities to strengthen our own understanding and spiritual connectedness. Critic Reviews: Catherine Royce, in her amazing book, gives to the world a clear look at what is ultimately possible for a human being to attain in this life. It is an incredible "read," with words so potent that they will change your life forevermore Catherine takes us on a journey that goes beyond anything we could imagine in our wildest dreams This is a must read for those who long for the greatness of the heart. (Alan Gompers, author Maximum Security: The True Meaning of Freedom) Members Reviews: Great book: a how to live while dying book! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes. I really enjoyed this book. I think in part, because of her humor in facing distress as well as her total willingness to face and accept her fate. What other book might you compare Wherever I Am, Im Fine to and why? I'm looking for that myself. Which character as performed by Becket Royce McGough and Amanda Royce-Hale was your favorite? Obviously Catherine. She was approachable, funny, although a bit too staunch at times. She seemed aloof to herself regarding her diagnosis, yet seemed unmiffed by others approaching it with her. What insight do you think youll apply from Wherever I Am, Im Fine? Finding courage to laugh at almost every event in dying while living. Very easy to relate too, came across as a tad too subjective to her own experience. I begin by acknowledging that the existence of this book is indeed a great help for those who are going through something a tad similar albeit it for various other reasons.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Dad - 36 Stories about Life Lessons, How Dads Say 'I Love

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Fri, 20 May 2011 01:14:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Dad - 36 Stories about Life Lessons, How Dads Say 'I Love You', and Dad to the Rescue Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Wendy Walker, Scott Hamilton (foreword) Narrator: Mel Foster, Emily Foster Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Thanks Dad gives fathers the pat on the back they deserve. Children of all ages share their heartfelt words of thanks and loving memories in these stories. Thanks Dad will bring any father joy, inspiration, and humor, and maybe even the realization that his kids did pay attention after all. Members Reviews: Five Stars Sent with a sympathy card for a friend whose Dad passed. Enlightening Love these books! Good pick up gift for dads Good pick up gift for dads. A five minute read every now and then is a simple gift to remind them you care. "From the Only" Anyone who is a college student (or who is the parent of one) will appreciate "From the Only" story in this book. A father can do so much during the college years with just one gesture. And a grown child can return the favor later. Buy this book for Father's Day. excellent I loved it .you will loved as well

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Moms & Sons - 29 Stories about Courage and Persistence, Making a

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Sun, 01 May 2011 13:09:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: Moms & Sons - 29 Stories about Courage and Persistence, Making a Difference, Gratitude, and Learning from Each Other Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark (editor) Narrator: Joyce Bean, Luke Daniels Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: There is a special bond between mothers and their sons, and it never goes away. This book contains some of the best stories and poems from Chicken Soup's library honoring that lifelong relationship between mothers and their male offspring. These heartfelt and loving stories, written by mothers, grandmothers, and sons, about each other, span generations and show how the mother-son bond transcends time. Some of these stories will make listeners laugh and some will make them cry, but they all will warm their hearts and remind them of the things they love about each other. Members Reviews: and loved it. I have 2 sons Just got done listening to this one, and loved it. I have 2 sons, and one grandson, so I can relate to lots of the stories. Like all Chicken Soup for the Souls you will cry Like all Chicken Soup for the Souls you will cry. Especially when you read the sad stories and look at your own son but the plus is you hold your children, family and friends a little closer and your heart is able to shake off a little of the daily grind that gets at all of us. I was reading a story about cooking with your kids while my own kids played at the park and when we left we stopped at a store and they picked out a baking project to share at home with each other while I watched and listened. I love the stories and the thoughts they give me. Five Stars great stories. love love love chicken soup books Five Stars Love the mother, son stories. Its like going to Hallmark So much that is difficult to relate to as a son. Its like going to Hallmark, so much seems to miss the mark.

A Mother's Gift Audiobook by This I Believe, Inc. (editor)

biacuaduc@gmail.com (This I Believe) — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 16:29:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Mother's Gift Subtitle: An Inspiring Collection of 'This I Believe' Essays Celebrating Motherhood Author: This I Believe, Inc. (editor) Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 03-29-11 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: An inspiring collection of the personal philosophies and core values of a fascinating group of Americans with a focus on motherhood. Based on the NPR series of the same name, this new audio collection of This I Believe essays will again gather a diverse group of essayistsranging from famous to previously unknowncompleting the thought that begins the title with respect to mothers and motherhood. The result will be another stirring and provocative trip inside the minds and hearts of people whose beliefsand the remarkably varied way in which they choose to express themreveal the American spirit at its best. Essays, compiled from the first two This I Believe audiobooks, include: "In Giving I Connect With Others" by Isabel Allende, "There Is No Job More Important Than Parenting" by Benjamin Carson, "The People Who Love You When No One Else Will" by Cecile Gilmer, "When Children Are Wanted", by Margaret Sanger, "The Person I Want To Bring Into This World" by Laura Shipler Chico, "There Is No Blame; There Is Only Love" by Ann Karasinski. This collection makes the perfect Mother's Day gift. Members Reviews: Perfect Gift I purchased this book after hearing excerpts read on NPR -- I bought copies for both of my daughters, and my two sisters -- the feedback was significantly positive and very tender -- I recommend it to anyone, regardless of your political leanings, these are heartfelt and powerful witnesses to motherhood experiences.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Happily Ever After - 34 Stories of Finding the Right Mate, Gratitude and

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 11:31:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: Happily Ever After - 34 Stories of Finding the Right Mate, Gratitude and Holding Memories Close to Your Heart Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark (editor) Narrator: Amy Kaechele, Fred Stella Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 01-28-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: This new book includes some of the best stories on love and marriage chosen from Chicken Soup's vast library, with selections from past Chicken Soup books. These heartwarming stories will inspire and amuse listeners, and even give them new ideas for their own loving relationships, whether they are just starting to date or are veterans of a long marriage. This edition includes "Finding the Right Mate", "I'm So Grateful to Have You in My Life", "Military Marriages", and "Holding Memories Close to Your Heart". Members Reviews: Gave as gift and big success Helped my Dad through my mother's death. He appreciated the stories. This series always a big hit with myself and my loved ones.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Think Positive - 21 Inspirational Stories About Role Models and Counting

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 20:33:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: Think Positive - 21 Inspirational Stories About Role Models and Counting Your Blessings Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Amy Newmark, Deborah Norville (foreword) Narrator: Tanya Eby, Jim Bond Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 12-20-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Here are 21 inspirational stories about role models and counting your blessings. The stories in Chicken Soup for the Soul: Think Positive will encourage listeners to stay upbeat, because there's always a brighter way to look at life. This book continues Chicken Soup for the Soul's focus on inspiration and hope, reminding us that each day holds something to be thankful for. Members Reviews: Count Your Blessings Count Your Blessings...This was a fantastic read. All the stories were excellent teaching points in learning to truly appreciate our blessings each and every day of our lives. I've read numerous Chicken Soup For the Soul books, all of which have been excellent, but this one goes beyond that. A highly recommended read for anyone wanting to be truly inspired! We all need to Count Our Blessings... Chicken Soup for the Soul on Healing Best books on the market is my view as they help others to share in the same situations and know they are not the only one who experiencing an uncontrolled situation. They help bring one to reality and soothes the bite from the problem. Nobody is really alone unless they choose to be and with so many stories telling about a particular subject, these are very uplifting books. I bought this one for a friend whose husband was having terrible health issues and possibly facing near death, so they both needed hope and a reason to keep moving forward and knowing they are not alone. Good Book for Grievers These stories helped me to grieve over the loss of a loved one. Many of them have a spiritual connection, especially the last section, but it was the story "Lillian's Daughter" that truly touched me so much. Healing and Humor I think this book will be a great comfort to those going through a difficult time in their lives. It will bring healing and humor, as well as a sense of "I can get through this" and "I'm not alone," which is critical when facing the emotional strain of going through a divorce. Chicken Soup books are filled with stories about real people in real situations. Some stories are heartwarming, some heart-wrenching. Some will make you laugh, some will make you cry. I like the way they stir my emotions, and help me work through difficult times. I contributed my own story to Divorce and Recovery. Although I don't feel that I have any better insight into dealing with divorce than anyone else who has gone through it. I was fortunate to get involved with a small group through my church that addressed bitterness and forgiveness. This helped me uncover the fact that I was carrying around a lot of bitterness from my divorce because I had not forgiven my ex. Thankfully, a way was provided for me to do just that, which is what my story in Divorce and Recovery is about. I hope the readers will see that they can forgive their ex-spouses. Forgiveness is not an easy road to travel, but carrying the burden of bitterness with you only makes your life's journey more difficult. The dedication reads "To all the hearts that have been broken: may you find help and hope within this book - maybe even some laughter - to help you heal again." There are so many issues addressed in this wonderfully insightful book.

Heroes at Home Audiobook by Ellie Kay

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ellie Kay) — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 03:36:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Heroes at Home Subtitle: Help and Hope for America's Military Families Author: Ellie Kay Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 10-22-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: From her perspective as the wife of an Air Force pilot and mom with five school-age kids, the author includes practical ideas on how to cope with frequent moves, pre-deployment readiness, and how to stay in touch when families are separated. Members Reviews: Help for families in the military Do you know someone serving in the military? Make sure you read this book and buy your friend a copy too! There is so much useful information to help any family dealing with the transitions of military life. The author shows great ways to help a family who has a member serving somewhere away from home. One example is simply not forgetting to mail them cards or call them. Sometimes you get so busy with your own life you can forget that your friend may still be in need of those encouraging notes, visits and calls. The best advice given is being specific with your offer to help. Instead of just asking if they need anything, ask if the person needs you to come over so they can go get a hair cut or go shopping. Keeping the lines of communication open is the best way to help any family during these lonely times. The author also explains to unfamiliar people the ins and outs of the military. She lists the many places military families can go for help in all different areas of their lives. It is an extremely helpful book and should be read from cover to cover by anyone close to a military family or anyone about to become a member of one. I was given this book by christianreviewofbooks.com to review Been There, Done That Being a miliatry wife for over 21 years, reading this book was like looking at my life. I was reading stories of others who could have been my own. I believe this book would be of great help to those wives of military members. Ellie Kay gives plenty of resouces that we as miliatry members have at our disposal to help us through diffiuclt times. I believe she personally holds a faith in God that has sustained her through many difficult situations. She shows that faith can uphold us when our husband or wife is away in harms way. She does not candy coat the situations that arise while the military member is away. Ellie is candid in her look at our lives. It is true when the military member goes away the spouse is left behind and if it can go wrong it usually does. But that should not defeat us. Grab the reins and get back in the saddle. She shows that for all the problems that we do face the one underlying thing we all have in common is our love for a member serving God and Country. I believe this is a great calling and without those left behind handling themselves accordingly the military member cannot handle their duties effectively and safely. I believe all miliatry families should read this book. Helpful ideas are presented. I especially liked the profiles of miliatry spouses and the I wish for you section. In that section she gives ideas for gifts for the deployed member that will keep them in our heart and us in theirs. Just what I needed I have been "married to the Marine Corps" for 12 yrs and still found this book to be helpful. At the time that I picked it up to read I was just getting used to having my husband home from a 9 1/2 mth deployment to the middle east and finding out that he is soon to go back. Needless to say, I was feeling pretty sorry for myself. Reading this book reminded me that I AM one of the "sisters" of military wives.

Alternadad Audiobook by Neal Pollack

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Neal Pollack) — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 12:03:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Alternadad Author: Neal Pollack Narrator: Neal Pollack Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: For Pollack, this means bringing the boy to music festivals and teaching him about the history of rock and roll, and nothing brings joy to his heart like hearing his son say he wants to listen to the Ramones. It means having posters of Johnny Cash and not of Wilco, or learning that Baby Bear is a terrible show, while Sesame Street rocks. It means teaching your son to be irreverent without being a bad kid. In the end, Alternadad is about learning to be a responsible parent who can also teach his son how to mosh. It also just might become the parenting bible for a new generation of parents trying to raise their kids in an increasingly homogenized and uptight culture. Members Reviews: Fantastic Really, Really enjoyed this book. Having the author read it makes it very conversational and fun. Highly recommended Great read for Dads who try to be cool. Any Dad who grew up in the 70's and 80's will relate to something this funny memoir. Neil's reading makes the story even more personal, as he tries to figure out how to be cool, and raise a cool kid.

Letters to My Daughters Audiobook by Mary Matalin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Matalin) — Fri, 10 Sep 2004 18:24:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Letters to My Daughters Author: Mary Matalin Narrator: Mary Matalin Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 09-10-04 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: In Letters to My Daughters, famed political consultant and TV personality Mary Matalin shares the moral, ethical, and occasionally comic life lessons gleaned from her mother's experiences and her own. These letters range from the spiritual to the practical, from giving life to accepting death, from civic to personal responsibility, from looking and feeling good to dealing with those pesky boys, and more. Here's a sampling of the mother wisdom within: Filled with a belief in the values that keep families strong, and her trademark sense of humor, Matalin's letters are the perfect companion for any mother looking for a fellow traveler on the road to raising good daughters. Critic Reviews: "Most of the advice is loving, humorous, and generally open-ended....Matalin's engaging, sensible tone will appeal to many moms and daughters." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Great Read! Really enjoyed reading Mary Matalin's book 'Letters to my Daughters'. I hope that my daughters will read this book too. Great advice and perspective on all facets of life. Mary's outlook is one that I share and enjoyed reading about. In many ways, her life is very similar to mine when we were growing up so I can totally relate. Five Stars Terrific. Very much Mary. Five Stars a look into the life of a really interesting woman. Five Stars a great gift to share with your daughters Wonderful Book to share and read After I read and enjoyed this book ,I purchased the cd for my daughter and granddaughter to share.

The Unmumsy Mum Diary Audiobook by The Unmumsy Mum

biacuaduc@gmail.com (The Unmumsy Mum) — Thu, 23 Feb 2017 21:47:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Unmumsy Mum Diary Author: The Unmumsy Mum Narrator: Sarah Turner Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 02-23-17 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Random House presents the unabridged downloadable audiobook edition of The Unmumsy Mum Diary by The Unmumsy Mum, read by Sarah Turner. She's back! The Unmumsy Mum has put pen to paper (or fingers to the keyboard!) once more to bring you the next instalment of her life as mum to two young boys, documenting motherhood exactly as she finds it. Her words have made mums, dads and grandparents everywhere laugh and cry in equal measure. In The Unmumsy Mum Diary, Sarah shares with us a year in her life as a mum, wife, blogger and best-selling author. With her trademark candour and wit, she documents the good days and the bad days, the giggles and the tantrums. She'll also share poignant, life-changing moments from her year, such as her older son heading off through the school gates for the first time. The Unmumsy Mum Diary is as honest as it is hilarious, and a peek into Sarah's innermost thoughts will leave you in no doubt that on those days when you feel you are not quite cut out for the job, you are most definitely not alone. Members Reviews: True picture of motherhood Amazing writing. Made me laugh so much! I would recommend it to any mum. Really shows true picture of motherhood amazing bits but also hard and challenging bits. I have listened during the walks and laughed out loud Lovely book for long baby walks Loved having Sarah's stories narrated in her lovely voice on long walks with my baby wonderful Thanks Sarah for your honesty and openness, your books should be mandatory reading for all parents! Bloody hilarious Literally had me crying with laughter. Great book Sarah! Get number 3 written as quick as you can Fun and true to life Loved listening to this book. I purchased it after I read her first book which I laughed a lot at and this was the same, I had lots of laugh out loud moments as I identified a lot with Sarah's views on having small children. Well worth a listen

How I Went from Surviving My Wife to Adoring Her Audiobook by Arthur Palyan

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Arthur Palyan) — Wed, 18 May 2016 23:41:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How I Went from Surviving My Wife to Adoring Her Author: Arthur Palyan Narrator: Gerald Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 05-18-16 Publisher: Arthur Palyan Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Who ever thought my thoughts that I wrote down in the living room of my parents' Granada Hills home would end up something the world would be hearing one day? Me? Relationships? Women? Please. I'm the last person in the world you want any sort of advice from, trust me.

Staring at Lakes Audiobook by Michael Harding

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael Harding) — Thu, 12 Nov 2015 13:25:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Staring at Lakes Subtitle: A memoir of love, melancholy and magical thinking Author: Michael Harding Narrator: Michael Harding Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-15 Publisher: Hachette Ireland Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Staring at Lakes is about the essence of love and marriage, about growing old and sitting in cars and staring at lakes. Throughout his life, Michael Harding has lived with a sense of emptiness - through faith, marriage, fatherhood and his career as a writer, a pervading sense of darkness and unease remained. When he was 58, he became physically ill and found himself in the grip of a deep melancholy. Here, in this beautifully written memoir, he talks with openness and honesty about his journey: leaving the priesthood when he was in his 30s, settling in Leitrim with his artist wife, the depression that eventually overwhelmed him, and how, ultimately, he found a way out of the dark by accepting the fragility of love and the importance of now. Critic Reviews: "Hilarious, and tender, and mad, and harrowing, and wistful, and always beautifully written. A wonderful book." (Kevin Barry, author of City of Bohane) "This frank and unflinching memoir offers a fascinating insight into the mind of the author of two of the finest Irish novels of the eighties." (Pat McCabe, author of The Butcher Boy and Breakfast on Pluto) "This memoir grabs you from the outset and holds you right to the end. Harding traverses the human soul and excavates its deepest secrets. His language sings. Extraordinary." (Deirdre Purcell, author of Pearl and Diamonds and Holes in My Shoes) "It's rare for a memoir to demand such intense emotional involvement, and rarer still for it to be so fully rewarded." (Sunday Times) Members Reviews: Staring at Lakes. This is the first book by Michael Harding and as I heard him being interview on radio, I think, he sounded like a bit of a character so I thought I would give it a go. I enjoyed it as it was very different to what I would normally read. I had a good laugh at some parts and a little cry at others and stayed up too late reading it. So if you want something different then give it a try.! A Must Read This is a fantastic book. Well written, interesting, full of things that make you think about yourself and the world at large. The story of the book is told in a series of loosely connected key events in the author's life. If I have any complaint, it's that I kept wanting to ask the author to explain something mentioned in passing or to spend more time on a story I'm caught up in. But, what's there is fantastic. A must read for anyone who has had to change their dreams or has dealt with depression or someone who is depressed. Ah, memoirs This was a book club read for me and as someone who doesn't enjoy self indulgent memoirs, I found it a little hard going. However, it was beautifully written, although it did leave me feeling a little melancholy. A book for the person who has lived a little! The kind of book that can probably best be enjoyed by someone who has lived a little. It is like relaxing with a beloved life partner / close friends over a nice cup of tea and a few buttered scones. Lovely use of language. Lakes will have a new meaning for me from now on. A worthwhile read... An honest, good humoured portrayal of life with depression. The dark days are nicely punctuated by sunny spells which makes this a worthwile read wheather you suffer yourslef or would like a better understanding of those who do.

The View from My Heels, Volume 1 Audiobook by Win K. Charles

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Win K. Charles) — Fri, 16 Oct 2015 17:29:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The View from My Heels, Volume 1 Author: Win K. Charles Narrator: Emily Gittelman Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 10-16-15 Publisher: aspen rose arts Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: The View from My Heels is a novel about a young lady with cerebral palsy who has a driving passion to become a well-known jewelry designer. The book gives inspiration to the disabled community. Members Reviews: Triumph Win writes the about her story and how she really wants to empower other people that no matter what you can do too! I loved the stories that she shared about her successes and the lessons that she learned along the way. It's a wonderful read, to be inspired even when you feel not so good about yourself. You can triumph, if Win can so can you. I know personally what that feels like. But you did it You are such an inspiration. You're are definitely a voice for those that may be suffering from some sort of disease. I know personally what that feels like. But you did it! All things are possible with God. I'll pray for you to sell a million books. Your friend, Diane M Waltman very much like the author herself A delightful and compassionate story, very much like the author herself. This novel is a MUST READ for all ages. You will look at the world with bigger and brighter eyes. Thank you, Win, for sharing yourself with the world! Amazing book about BFFss This is amazing story about two BFFs who has CP live their dreams. When you read this story you will feel and learn what they have to deal with everyday. It's a must read!

Climbing Maya Audiobook by Ken La Salle

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ken La Salle) — Fri, 02 Oct 2015 08:56:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Climbing Maya Author: Ken La Salle Narrator: Ken La Salle Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-02-15 Publisher: Ken La Salle Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: What is success? What does it mean? How is it that we all look for this thing we call "success" while each having our own idea about what it could be? Is there one definition for success? And why does the dictionary get it wrong? Find out in Climbing Maya. Each person must find success on their own, of course. It's either that or remain unfulfilled. Nobody tells us what it is or how to find it or even what to look for; we're just told that it's what we're supposed to be. Common ideas about success include money, fame, power, and belongings - but those are all ultimately meaningless in the face of mortality. As it turns out, "success" isn't a thing we acquire or a place where we go. It's not a job or a family or any one thing. It is all of these things, and when you find what they all have in common the way to success opens before you. Success casts its great shadow, like the shadow of some unscalable mountain, across our lives. We know it's "up there". But what does it mean to go "up there"? Where is the map that shows us the way? Climbing Maya was my way of finding the answer to this question of success, my way of defining the term and laying out a map to the goal. As a philosophical memoir, Climbing Maya exposes the listener to ideas about success in the works of Plato and Aristotle, optimality theory and Buddhism, Kundalini Yoga, Maslow, and much more as I search for the final answer. Because success, as it turns out, is not about being rich or having it all. It's about finding that place in your life where you can breathe free, understand yourself, and take that next step toward becoming who you want to be. Members Reviews: "You're not rich or famous. What do you know about success?" What is success? This is the question that plagues the author throughout. Since I've long wondered myself, I eagerly joined the search along with Ken La Salle as he quested for this holy grail. As with most things in life, it turns out there is or was no magical solution. For the author success is revealed as happiness, eventually; from this reader's perspective perhaps because he finally admitted his own truth and began to realize same. He's a writer - a damned fine one, at that - and he should write because writing makes him happy. It's probably more than that, of course, but I envy him just the same. I still have yet to figure out what my truth is, so I guess I'm still climbing. Even so, seeing Climbing Maya as a depiction of the journey to success, which in itself can be a success sometimes, made for a thought-provoking read. It takes you into the author's mind and world during a period of life that is filled with joy, sorrow Climbing Maya purports to be an exploration of how to define success, but it is much more. It is the story of life with all its bumps and bruises interwoven into a study of success. It takes you into the author's mind and world during a period of life that is filled with joy, sorrow, pain, self doubt and searching. In other words, life. At times, I wanted to smack the author up side the head and yell enough of this already. It is the same reaction I had to a college philosophy class that spent two days discussing whether a tree made a noise in the woods when no one was around and the meaning of Descartes "I think, therefore I am".

Divorce Can Be Such Sweet Sorrow Audiobook by Pete Geissler

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Pete Geissler) — Thu, 30 Jul 2015 22:40:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Divorce Can Be Such Sweet Sorrow Subtitle: The Mack Truck Syndrome Author: Pete Geissler Narrator: Clay Lomakayu Format: Unabridged Length: 21 mins Language: English Release date: 07-30-15 Publisher: The Expressive Press Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Be careful what you wish for. I am not a lawyer; I am survivor of a divorce that to a great extent was resolved amicably because my lawyer/partner and I adhered to the principles and rules I put forth in this book. I derived the principles and rules from my experience, conversations with my lawyer/partner, observations of several friends as they meandered and muddled through their divorce proceedings, and from written cases that were similar to mine, all of which I found to be instructive, and some of which I found to be bizarre as well. All of that doesn't detract one bit from the validity of the principles and rules I so fearlessly put forth, and I hope that you and your spouse heed them - with the consent of your lawyers, of course.

The Dao of Doug 2: The Art of Driving a Bus Audiobook by Douglas Meriwether

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Douglas Meriwether) — Mon, 12 Oct 2015 10:53:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dao of Doug 2: The Art of Driving a Bus Subtitle: Keeping Zen in San Francisco Transit: A Line Trainer's Guide Author: Douglas Meriwether Narrator: Douglas Meriwether Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 10-12-15 Publisher: Douglas Meriwether Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Do you have a car? "Yes, I do, and you're sitting in it! Today's car number is 5481. I get a new car every day, and I can hold up to 50 people at once! I get to take you where you want to go, and I get paid to do it. I don't have to worry about parking, because it is free. I don't have to pay for gas, because this car uses free city hydroelectric power. I have a camera to send a bill to someone blocking my parking space. If there is any trouble, help can be here in three minutes. I sold my truck when I moved here, and I haven't had to pay for tires, batteries, gas, parking, or insurance. My employer is my insurance company. The money is coming in, not going out. I am kind of like the ultimate in ride share, without any carbon emission."

The Formula Audiobook by Bernard Bushell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bernard Bushell) — Thu, 08 May 2014 16:30:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Formula Subtitle: How I Found It and What It Can Do for You Author: Bernard Bushell Narrator: Aze Fellner Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 05-08-14 Publisher: Bernard Bushell Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: "Part life story and part life advice, The Formula offers an immensely lucid and listenable account of how the sexes relate to each other, and how the partners in a relationship can understand and empathize with each other to harmonious effect. Bernard Bushell combines anecdote, personal revelation, social commentary and psychological insight in a compact, entertaining and yet pragmatic synthesis: he helps us all." - Gareth D. Williams, PhD, Professor, Columbia University "An excellent self-help book, its wisdom shared in the context of a well-written, eminently readable life story!" - Mathilda B. Canter, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, past president, Division of Psychotherapy, American Psychological Association Members Reviews: A Great Read - informative and transformational with regard to relationships at any stage of the game. A great book to give as a gift to any dating, mating or married couple. It can only improve a relationship!!

Lesbians, Crutches, and Suicides: A Soldier's Story Audiobook by Audry Grant

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Audry Grant) — Sat, 11 May 2013 13:49:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lesbians, Crutches, and Suicides: A Soldier's Story Author: Audry Grant Narrator: Mike Tanner Format: Unabridged Length: 50 mins Language: English Release date: 05-11-13 Publisher: Audry Grant Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Have you ever wondered what it might be like to join the military? Grant's book details the difficulties of Basic Training during the largest recruitment rush in history. Suicides were prominent because soldiers were unable to pass the initial PT test that would get them into Basic Training - and what most recruiters won't say is that there's a place known as Reception where all soldiers begin their journey. Many never make it out, some stay for months, trying to pass the PT test. For them, the only way out is to convince the Army that they're too crazy to be a valuable soldier... or suicide. There was also an entire society of LURD's - lesbians until release date that had established firm control and were unafraid of the consequences. In fact, many of them wanted to get caught, even if it meant a dishonorable discharge, because at least that got them out of the Army. Lesbians, Crutches, and Suicides: A Soldier's Story takes a listener into the heart of Basic Training, with personal elements of what the experience of becoming a soldier is like. Grant's perspective is peppered with personal narrative and letters sent home.

And That's That Audiobook by Will Bevis

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Will Bevis) — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 17:08:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: And That's That Subtitle: A Short Memoir of a Woman's Love and Sudden Loss Author: Will Bevis Narrator: Grayson Coleman-Selby Format: Unabridged Length: 5 mins Language: English Release date: 04-20-13 Publisher: Will Bevis Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: It probably hasn't happened to you. Hope it doesn't. You're in love, you have children, and out of the blue.... You lose it all. One woman's true story of when it happened to her. About the Author: Will Bevis is a prolific writer of short, sometimes very controversial, "slice of life" stories, articles, essays and memoirs that make you feel you are right there, experiencing the story as it it happens. His best known story is the Top One Hundred Free for Kindle story, The Killing of Train-Man Brown. He has written over sixty short stories including, Then Her Wig Fell Off, Let the Dog Drive, Blackbird, Supply and Demand, and many, many others. Many are also available as audiobooks. Note: Twice a year, at Christmas and the 4th of July, the author gives all of his eBooks that he can away free. 16,000 were given away in the last two giveaways. The next giveaway will be the five days before the 4th of July, 2013, and will include a completely new eBook, The Elvis Journals. Go to WillBevis.com for more details. Members Reviews: ,Description inaccurate This is a short story about a woman who was happily married. Her sons loved their dad, and he loved them. However, everything changed in a moment one day as he was killed. The description says, "and out of the blue.... You lose it all." She didn't lose it all. She lost her husband and her normal (as her family had known it). But she still had a part of him left to love - a big part of him. A most precious part. This is okay, but he has written better. This was just a telling of what happened so long ago. Not a tear jerker, but still enjoyable. What happened to her family will most likely not happen to you or me (in the same way), but anyone of us could face the same heartache. Would we be able to carry on as well as this woman did? Not a tear jerker, but it can still touch your heart and still make you think. Did you remember to tell your family that you love them as everyone went their own way today? Best not forget it next time: you never know when you will be saying the last thing you will ever say to them.

Dance Until it Rains Audiobook by Andrew Jobling

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Andrew Jobling) — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 06:36:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dance Until it Rains Subtitle: Life Lessons from My Mother Author: Andrew Jobling Narrator: Andrew McFarlane Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 02-26-13 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Dance Until it Rains shares the life of a remarkable lady, and in so doing, highlights the amazing lessons that each of us can learn, not only from her life, but also from our own. It is an inspirational story of love, hope, courage and overcoming the many obstacles life throws our way. It will help you to find the motivation to create a better level of wellbeing and a happier life for yourself. Dance Until it Rains is a simple book with simple messages. Through the author's telling of his mother's journey as an immigrant fleeing from a war torn country, to her final death from cancer, Dance Until it Rains delivers a treasure trove of universal life lessons with the most important lesson being - to live life to the fullest. Dance Until it Rains is an audiobook that will make you laugh and make you cry. Most importantly, it will help you to find the motivation to create a better level of wellbeing and a happier life for yourself. Members Reviews: Brilliant book! I love this book! One feels as though they are on this journey with both Andrew and his mother, Sue. There are inspiring messages each chapter. I have book marked several of these to re-read and put in place for my own life. There are very helpful tips on ways to change your life mentally and physically. You will be glad you read this!

Better to Be Broken Audiobook by Rick Huntress

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rick Huntress) — Fri, 13 Sep 2013 06:56:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Better to Be Broken Author: Rick Huntress Narrator: Rick Huntress Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-13 Publisher: Rick Huntress Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Rick Huntress, author of Better to Be Broken, knows about inspirational books. He brings his listeners through his very personal disability, and by being transparent with his own struggles, makes his story one of the most inspirational listens for other people in their life struggles. Ranked high in the class of inspirational books and motivation books, Better to Be Broken is an audiobook of inspiration that will offer you hope and encouragement to live life to the fullest. So if you are in a difficult place in life right now and are searching for an inspiring story, Better to Be Broken is just what you are looking for and is one tale of inspiration that is a must listen for you. Members Reviews: Better to Be Broken Mr. Huntress gives an exceptional Christian testimony of God's faithfulness in personal hardships. I appreciate his unwavering stand for Christ. and recommend this book to those who want a deeper walk ... I appreciated Rick Huntress's story of how God worked in his life. Sometimes, it takes drastic measures to bring us to where God wants us to be. Rick had to learn, as we all should, to let God control his life. Before his accident, he lived for himself and neglected his relationship with God. He became very thankful for the accident, because it brought him to the point he had always wanted to be with God. I was challenged by his attitudes, and recommend this book to those who want a deeper walk with their Heavenly Father.

The Avocado Tree Audiobook by Tony Bennett

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tony Bennett) — Wed, 04 Sep 2013 01:40:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Avocado Tree Subtitle: Your Fruit to Financial Success Author: Tony Bennett Narrator: Chris Dabbs Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 09-04-13 Publisher: Archieboy Holdings, LLC Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Do you want to retire early? Is financial freedom important to you-along with health and happiness? Yes? Then this is a must-listen. Following the successful release of The Avocado Tree in South Africa, Tony Bennett brings his story and blueprint for success to the international market. Bennett's fresh and funny memoir, The Avocado Tree, follows him from a working-class childhood to the fulfillment of his personal dream: a comfortable early retirement at age 50. This wasn't the result of chance or a lucky win on the horses: Tony planned for it, and so can you. The Avocado Tree is brimming with charm and sound sense. Tony compares the coincidental nurturing and abundant fruit borne by the family avocado tree, to his financial-and family-success. Ever practical and always generous (with a dash of dodgy humour and a splash of wine), he unveils his 'Theories': 17 maxims to follow for financial stability, health and happiness, and for the satisfactions of a life well lived. A must listen!

Screw It, Let's Do It Audiobook by Richard Branson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Richard Branson) — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 14:07:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Screw It, Let's Do It Author: Richard Branson Narrator: Adrian Mulraney Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-13 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: "Screw it, let's do it!" is one of Richard Branson's favourite sayings. In this audiobook of the same name he reveals the lessons that have helped him through his business and personal life. Lessons like believing it can be done and that if others disagree with you try and try again until you achieve your goal; and that you must love what you do. These and other lessons, with examples of how he learned them and how he's used them, are included in this stirring and candid look at his lessons from an exceptional life, which will inspire you to make a difference in your everyday life. Members Reviews: Screw it! I think I would have preferred Richard to narrate himself. but it was very good. Great book Broad subject matter from a truly inspiring business leader. I recommend this book to anyone wanting to learn the best Virginspiring!!! Such an inspirational man. Talented beyond words, achieving almost anything he desires in such an effortless manner. Exceptional & gobsmackingly Inspiring! Well written, great first hand stories all well told. Wow what a way to live & work! Great integrity & learning applied & shared across all adventures in life & business. Great advice on how to get better & better, expanding your greatness in great action that helps others as well!!

My Life with Ewa Audiobook by Tim Pratt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tim Pratt) — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 19:54:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Life with Ewa Subtitle: The Early Years Author: Tim Pratt Narrator: Tim Pratt Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-13 Publisher: Library Tales Publishing Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: This delightful true story, written in the first person by the spouse of the title character, will have readers reliving their own pasts. Baby boomers will surely savor references to the pop culture, history, and politics of their collective youth as they get caught up in the personal lives of the author and his spouse. In an afternoon you will learn how a speeding ticket and an interest in four-part a cappella harmony intersected with the Cold War to start the protagonists on the road to holy matrimony. Along the way, you will be charmed by the author's ability to engage you in this tale. From chance encounters with President Jimmy Carter and the late Pope John Paul II to a longshoremen's strike in Rouen, France, the plot meanders through the late 1970s as it entices you into wanting to know what happens next. The book is part adventure, part travelogue, part nostalgia, and part love story. Be prepared to be thoroughly entertained in this initial offering by a gifted storyteller. We suspect it will not be his last. Members Reviews: Delightful! My Life With Ewa: The Early Years is a happily-ever-after story about the author's courtship of his wife Ewa (pronounced EH-va), whom he met in the 1970s during a trip to Poland with a barbershop singing group from Iowa. (He was part of a Cold War program designed to teach Eastern Bloc countries about the virtues of democracy by sending groups of ordinary Americans to eastern Europe as good-will ambassadors.) As indicated by the publishers summary, it is hard to decide what genre this book falls intois it a romance, a humorous coming-of-age story, a travel book, or a lighthearted autobiography? Actually, its some of all of these things, but whatever it is, its really fun. Since I am frequently put off by the stilted performances of first-time authors who read their own books, I was pleased to discover that in addition to being an entertaining writer, Tim Pratt is also a gifted narrator. Hes not afraid to poke fun at himself, and he has a good-natured, Im-just-telling-a-story delivery that is coupled with a willingness to sing and tackle foreign languages and accents. He handles it all with grace and style. The book never failed to hold my attention, and at the end, I found myself wanting to know what happened next. Even if married life turned out to be a bit more mundane than the courtship (as it often does), Mr. Pratt seems to be one of those people that unusual things happen to. Or maybe its just that hes a born storyteller with the ability to make sock lint sound interesting (think Bill Bryson). Either way, Im hoping for a sequel.

Personal Best Audiobook by Marc Woods

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marc Woods) — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 13:27:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Personal Best Author: Marc Woods Narrator: Glen McCready Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 12-20-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: It's not always easy to embrace life, to get up and go, to follow your dreams and make things happen, but after losing his leg to cancer as a teenager, thats exactly what Marc Woods did - and went on to become a Paralympic Gold medallist. The determination and dedication that Marc showed to achieve that feat is shared with us in this powerful book. His inspiring story is the motivation we all need to start being the best we can be. Personal Best will help you to: Marc Woods is a five-time Paralympian, and has won 12 Paralympic medals and 21 championships medals. He was a member of the British Olympic Athletes Commission and a founding member of the British Athletes Council. He works extensively with individuals, teams and global businesses, encouraging them to develop best practice within their given areas of interest. Approximately 25,000 people each year watch him deliver his motivational presentations. Critic Reviews: Vibrant and instructional ... fresh, original and devoid of the usual sound bites and transatlantic psychobabble of many books of this genre..." (The Independent on Sunday) "Personal Best is a truly inspirational book, written with great honesty, compassion and humility. Marc's ability to overcome adversity and triumph in so many diverse areas is an example to us all." (Sarah, The Duchess of York) "Marc has a remarkable story and is an absolute inspiration." (Roger Daltrey) Members Reviews: Not a personal development book Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? When I got it I couldn't wait to start. By chapter 3 I can't wait for it to end. I thought it was a PD book but it has turned out to be Marc Woods' biography. His is a story about overcoming severe challenges to become great but this book is, well, all about how great he is/was. So it's an okay bio, but not a PD book. Would you ever listen to anything by Marc Woods again? Probably not. What do you think the narrator could have done better? He was reading it like a novel and perhaps that detracted from the content. There was almost a smug wink read into some of the content, like 'you'll never believe it but it was cold that February morning, (sardonic tutting and a roll of the eyes)'. Could you see Personal Best being made into a movie or a TV series? Who would the stars be? No - not that kind of story.

Navel Gazing Audiobook by Anne H. Putnam

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Anne H. Putnam) — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 00:24:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Navel Gazing Subtitle: One Womans Quest for a Size Normal Author: Anne H. Putnam Narrator: Stephanie Cannon Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: For anyone who's ever avoided the mirror, skipped swimming, or got stuck in a dress in a changing room... Almost every woman worries about her weight. For Anne H. Putnam, it became unavoidable: By the age of 17 she weighed over 20 stone and had tried everything, from dieting to fat camp to wearing big t-shirts. When she decided to have weight-loss surgery, she thought everything would change. But now, nine years later and ten sizes smaller, she has discovered that changing your body doesn't automatically change how you feel about it. Navel Gazing is a funny, passionate and no-holds-barred memoir of one woman's quest to accept her own body; to feel normal. It will make you laugh, cry, cringe, and wonder why it's so hard for women to feel happy with the way they look. Members Reviews: Glad It's Over Tedious, tortuous listen about a spoiled, incredibly crude, amazingly self-absorbed individual. I couldn't wait for it to be over. I have been over weight all my life, but I guess I can give this book credit for keeping me from ever thinking about having gastric bypass surgery. Weight loss surgery not that quick fix I loved this book. It tells all about how being fat feels and how weight loss surgery seems to be the answer. It gives a true prospective on how you feel and what happens to your body afterwards. The fixes you need for loose skin that are not fixes that leave you with scars which need as much hiding as the fat did and the worse thing is you can still put weight on! This could be my story and many other weight loss surgery patients - well written with a voice of honesty and a sense of fun. A must read. Thank you!

My Message is C.L.E.A.R. Audiobook by Gabe Murfitt, Gigi Murfitt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gabe Murfitt) — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 03:27:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Message is C.L.E.A.R. Subtitle: Hope and Strength in the Face of Lifes Greatest Adversities Author: Gabe Murfitt, Gigi Murfitt Narrator: Gabe Murfitt Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 11-28-12 Publisher: Made for Success, Inc. and Blackstone Audio, Inc. Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Join Gabe Murfitt as he shares his story of learning to live in a uniquely formed body. Through Gabes C.L.E.A.R. formula, you will discover how you can haveCourage to face lifes challenges;Leadership that is encouraging and compassionate;Endurance in hard times;Attitude that enables you to achieve your goals;Respect for others and yourself. Gabe Murfitt is an inspiring speaker who challenges his audiences to live with courage in the face of lifes greatest adversities. Born with three-inch arms and standing a little over three-feet high, Gabe lives out his message, courageously sharing his experiences and reaching deep into the hearts of those who hear him speak. His uplifting story has been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Good Morning America, and local news stations. Critic Reviews: "[A] powerful, inspiring, encouraging message." (Gail Welborn, Examiner.co) "I have enjoyed getting to know Gabe. He gives true meaning to the word 'perseverance', and he and his strong family have used the platform that Gabes disability has provided to spread a message of hope and courage. It seems that Gabe has no limits and his story is one that we can all learn from." (Cal Ripken, Jr., MLB Hall of Famer) "One look at my friend Gabe raises a lot of questions. Where does this young man get his bright, upbeat attitude? What keeps him going? Answers to these questions and more are what makes Gabes story of faith and courage so riveting. So enjoy getting to know Gabe. Your outlook on the future will be a lot more clear!" (Joni Eareckson Tada, Joni and Friends International Disability Center) Members Reviews: Good read I really like this book. We have had Gabe at our school and he is fabulous. Just an FYI, Gabe mentions God's role in his life frequently, which is great, but made it challenging to read a loud to my public school students. the CLEAR message is wonderful. Great Reminder! Gabe reminds us all, no matter what each day brings, there is always something you can focus on that will bring you joy. What an inspiration you are Gabe! Bless you ! Unequivocal story of triumph in the midst of hardship My message is CLEAR written by Gabe Murfitt with the assistance of Gigi Devine Murfitt is a captivating story that can be told over and over. This book is a wonderful account of a life that began with unspeakable disability. Gabe was diagnosed with Pseudo-Thalidomide TetraPhocomelia. He was essentially born with short arms and crooked legs. The front of the book cover shows a beautiful picture of Gabe and you can see clearly his disability. This is really not the story though. Gabe's story is not just about the physical limitations in my view although its right there in front for everyone to see, but rather the unseen. Its Gabe's journey and his thoughts, his feelings, his actions of how he dealt with a body that he was given yet a brain that is completely normal. Gabe's story encompasses many avenues a young child or person usually does not have to go through which included many professionals in the medical world. Gabe has also been strengthed by the enormous assistance of family, friends and above all else a loving God.

Rebooting in Beverly Hills Audiobook by Marcy Miller

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marcy Miller) — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 21:27:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rebooting in Beverly Hills Subtitle: A Wise and Wild Path for Navigating the Dating World Author: Marcy Miller Narrator: Bettye Zoller Seitz Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 07-09-12 Publisher: Bancroft Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: In a society focused on finding "The One" when you're young enough to live a life glamorized in all manner of media, what happens when you find yourself facing that struggle past the dreaded age of 45? It's a whole new world out there. If there is a soul mate, where do you even begin to find yours - in the classic single bars or on the oft-disastrous Internet? What's expected in sex in the modern era, and when, after so many years, is the right time? Rebooting in Beverly Hills is Sex and the City for the next generation. It's the witty, charming, and absolutely true account of Marcy Miller, a competent, attractive professional woman, as she struggles to reenter the dating world after an esteem-killing divorce of an adulterous husband. Set in the opulent oasis of Beverly Hills, Marcy riffs on pickups, fix-ups, Internet dating, matchmaking, divorce, and all the other craziness - like psychics, girlfriends, and sex - that pop up along the road of leaving single life behind. This fun, engaging memoir, written by a loveable and slightly saucy storyteller, is for anyone who has faced rejection and the need to start again. It's for anyone who still searches for love. A hilarious look at the world of dating, Rebooting in Beverly Hills is full of great stories, helpful advice, Beverly Hills glamor, and fun. Members Reviews: Witty, Humorous, Smart and Very Revealing Marcy Miller has had an extraordinarily successful professional life. She's smart, focused, humorous and aggressive. On the other hand, she's experienced less success in finding the "right" husband. Convinced that he is out there, Marcy is willing to reveal the intimate details of her dating history and her relentless pursuit to find "him." In the process of perfecting the balancing act of "Dating Over 50" she experiences her own sexual renaissance and applies the traits that made her a successful attorney and businesswoman to her focused dating. As both once divorced and once widowed, myself, I enjoyed the experiences she shares... her marriages, her relationships and her brief encounters. Her writing is cleaver, witty and at many times just outright hilarious. This book isn't for the over 50 dating woman. It's for any woman or man ...any age...who has ever dated...is dating...or will date in the future. A fun and intelligent book This is a great book for anyone entering the dating world. It was fun to read and very well written. I highly recommend it. It was especially entertaining for me as I am a widow and had not dated for 20 years. It made me realize that you have to kiss a lot of frogs to find that prince. Book is hilarious! I loved this book - as someone in similar situation - I was anxious to laugh about on line and private match making. I laughed from cover to cover - and am sharing the book with friends and family! Engaging and Informative Not only is this book witty, engaging, provocative, entertaining, well-written, smart and deeply human. It will help people. Buy it for your girlfriends and compare notes! Can't put it down I started reading the book a few days ago and can't put it down. It's humorous, insightful and a perfect summer read.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Mom - 32 Stories About One of a Kind Moms, Gifts of the Heart, and

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Canfield) — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:29:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chicken Soup for the Soul: Thanks Mom - 32 Stories About One of a Kind Moms, Gifts of the Heart, and Legacies Author: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Wendy Walker, Joan Lunden (foreword) Narrator: Tanya Eby, Fred Stella Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: A mother's job is never done, but in this book she gets the praise she deserves. Children from 8 to 80 share their words of gratitude and appreciation in this new collection of stories for moms. Daughters and sons relate tales of love and learning, celebrating moms, their wisdom, and all that they do. These stories of special memories, loving and hard lessons, unforgettable moments, laughter and tears, and support and encouragement will bring any mom joy, inspiration, and amusement. Mothers of all ages, whether new moms, experienced moms, or grandmothers, will feel good about the recognition they receive. In this edition: 32 Stories about One of a Kind Moms, Gifts of the Heart, and Legacies. Members Reviews: Count Your Blessings Count Your Blessings...This was a fantastic read. All the stories were excellent teaching points in learning to truly appreciate our blessings each and every day of our lives. I've read numerous Chicken Soup For the Soul books, all of which have been excellent, but this one goes beyond that. A highly recommended read for anyone wanting to be truly inspired! We all need to Count Our Blessings... Chicken Soup for the Soul on Healing Best books on the market is my view as they help others to share in the same situations and know they are not the only one who experiencing an uncontrolled situation. They help bring one to reality and soothes the bite from the problem. Nobody is really alone unless they choose to be and with so many stories telling about a particular subject, these are very uplifting books. I bought this one for a friend whose husband was having terrible health issues and possibly facing near death, so they both needed hope and a reason to keep moving forward and knowing they are not alone. Good Book for Grievers These stories helped me to grieve over the loss of a loved one. Many of them have a spiritual connection, especially the last section, but it was the story "Lillian's Daughter" that truly touched me so much. Healing and Humor I think this book will be a great comfort to those going through a difficult time in their lives. It will bring healing and humor, as well as a sense of "I can get through this" and "I'm not alone," which is critical when facing the emotional strain of going through a divorce. Chicken Soup books are filled with stories about real people in real situations. Some stories are heartwarming, some heart-wrenching. Some will make you laugh, some will make you cry. I like the way they stir my emotions, and help me work through difficult times. I contributed my own story to Divorce and Recovery. Although I don't feel that I have any better insight into dealing with divorce than anyone else who has gone through it. I was fortunate to get involved with a small group through my church that addressed bitterness and forgiveness. This helped me uncover the fact that I was carrying around a lot of bitterness from my divorce because I had not forgiven my ex. Thankfully, a way was provided for me to do just that, which is what my story in Divorce and Recovery is about. I hope the readers will see that they can forgive their ex-spouses.

Is This the Way? Audiobook by David E. Murphy

biacuaduc@gmail.com (David E. Murphy) — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 06:35:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Is This the Way? Subtitle: Finding the Lord When All Seems Lost Author: David E. Murphy Narrator: Sean Kilgore Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-11 Publisher: Tate Publishing Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: "I went off the road, missed the combine sitting there in the field, and hit the hay wagon. I hit so hard that I totaled the car and the wagon.... No cuts, no major bruising, only a little shaken, and after three days of combing glass out of my hair, I wondered how I even walked away from the accident. But that still did not get my attention. I kept on drinking." Years of living a misguided life left one man with no way out. When life becomes unbearable and there is no end in sight, that is a time to recognize the power and the presence of God. Is This the Way is a compelling account of one man's journey through hardship and destruction. As life and death hung in the balance, David Murphy was ready to end it all. He sat down in his closet with his shotgun and stared into fate. Find out how David pulled through devastating moments of unforgettable pain.

Global Soccer Mom Audiobook by Shayne Moore

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Shayne Moore) — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 11:41:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Global Soccer Mom Subtitle: Changing the World Is Easier Than You Think Author: Shayne Moore Narrator: Shayne Moore Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 01-18-11 Publisher: Zondervan Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: Women are the caretakers of the world. Yet global HIV and AIDS and extreme poverty can seem overwhelming. Even if these things break our mother's hearts, how is a busy, full-time mom to get engaged and make a difference? Global Soccer Mom shows that everyday moms care deeply about these issues and long to engage the world in a meaningful way. Busy women everywhere will resonate with Shayne's story as a mother of three who learned she could make a difference on the global level. Follow Shayne's journey - sometimes humorous, sometimes poignant - and learn how you can get involved too. Activist Shayne Moore knows the challenge of managing a home and the desire to make a difference for those who are suffering. As a full-time mom, she has journeyed from an insular suburban world into the arena of global advocacy, where she's worked alongside media superstars to effect change. Using the power of story, she inspires women everywhere to start right where they are and make a real difference. Moore's work has taken her far beyond her comfortable suburban home. She's travelled to international summits and was featured in a commercial with Julia Roberts, George Clooney, and Matt Damon. She's been interviewed by CNN, NBC, and The Wall Street Journal, and featured in a photo shoot in Vanity Fair's Africa issue. You CAN make a difference. Real change starts right where you are. Members Reviews: Read It And Weep Shani shares her passion and compassion for those (especially women and children) who are suffering from poverty, abuse and AIDS in a very compelling way. I appreciate that she weaves us into her own experiences and emotions as whe writes of her visits to worlds so opposite from her own. Her storytelling helps me feel what she felt. I hope and pray that many young moms will be infected with this desire to reach beyond their homes, husbands and children...to see God's love working through them to make a profound difference in the world. It's very interesting and makes your question yourself and what you can do to make the world a better place. My friends and I read this over the summer as a book group. It's very interesting and makes your question yourself and what you can do to make the world a better place. Wealth of information Global Soccer Mom has a wealth of information on the HIV and AIDS crisis along with those suffering from extreme poverty. I am still in the phase of life where I am worried about "strep throat that won't go away" so I needed something that summarized this complex and layered issue concisely. The book is easy to read with authentic and humorous stories that describe Shayne's journey from Bono to Africa and back. Inspirational Shayne Moore does a great job of both creating an inviting narrative and inspiring others to follow her lead--investing their time and talents in helping others, particularly in some of the more demanding issues such as global poverty and AIDS. Most importantly Shayne gives specific details of things that any person can do and lists some great organizations that are relatively easy to engage with strong effectiveness. The book is a fire-starter and proof that it only takes a spark (or a spark plug) to start a movement.

Cancer Freedom Audiobook by Melanie Jongsma

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Melanie Jongsma) — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 04:58:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cancer Freedom Subtitle: One Person's Journey of Faith Author: Melanie Jongsma Narrator: Melanie Jongsma Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 02-16-10 Publisher: Hudson Audio Publishing Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: When she was 42, Beatrice Hoek found a lump in her breast. This frightening discovery launched her on a journey she never wanted to take, but it ended in strengthened faith and renewed hope. Through candid recollections and journal entries, Bea shares her journey through depression, fear, and pain to a place of healing and freedom. Along the way, she offers hope, Scripture, and practical strategies to fellow cancer patients and the people who love them. Members Reviews: "I am with you always . . ." Melanie Jongsma writes a moving story about a young woman's battle with cancer. She walks the reader through a range of emotions, lessons learned, disappointments and victories. Chances are that all of us will someday face similar trials -- if not within our own families, with friends or loved ones. Bea Hoek's story, as put into words by Melanie, reminds us how vital faith is for the trials we face. Jesus promises, "I am with you always until the very end of the age." Bea understood that intellectually, but her battle with cancer taught her that Jesus' words are absolutely true. She knew, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that she was not alone in her struggle. It's not easy to read about how fleeting life can be. We don't like to think about life-threatening illnesses and the reality of death. We feel unprepared. We don't know how to react, or what to say or how to pray, when a loved one's life is in the balance and they are facing months of painful, debilitating treatments. If these words describe you, "Cancer Freedom: one person's journey of faith," is a must read. Bea's story provides valuable insight. If you or someone you love is facing a similar struggle, this book will provide a pathway to freedom. A journey of healing and faith This is a very candid story of how faith triumphs in one person's life and death struggle with cancer. Beatrice Hofman experienced shock, fear and desperation when she found out that she had cancer. What she describes is not only a journey toward healing, but also a spiritual journey. Her faith was challenged but in the end triumphs. The book is also filled with helpful suggestions for both the cancer patient and for those who want to be supportive of the patient, but don't know how. Practical and inspirational. Cancer Freedom I received a copy of Cancer Freedom after I was diagnosed with kidney cancer.This book became a guide for me on my cancer journey.Bea`s fears ,feelings,and questions,were often the same as my own.I give copies of this book to every friend who is diagnosed with cancer.

Animals and Other Stories Audiobook by Jay Allison

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jay Allison) — Sun, 21 May 2000 11:17:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Animals and Other Stories Author: Jay Allison Narrator: various Length: 1 hr Language: English Release date: 05-21-00 Publisher: Jay Allison Productions Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: This radio series is a collection of short pieces reflecting on life, love, and death among the species. It contains monologues, montages, portraits, and dreams. Some are funny, some are strange, some enlightening, some sobering: ©2000 Jay Allison Members Reviews: random opinions about animals What would have made Animals and Other Stories better? If any of it were actually based on facts about animals Would you ever listen to anything by Jay Allison again? Probably not. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? I was annoyed and incredulous. This book's stories have nothing to do with facts or truths about animals. It is a hodge-podge of mostly unqualified people giving you opinions of what they think animals are like in ridiculously melodramatic language. (As an example, there was a super long drawn out story where some lady went to a slaughterhouse and heard the animals telling her that they were glad they were going to slaughtered so they could be eaten by her...????) If you want to hear a bunch of randos give you their impressions of how animals are in their heads, by all means purchase this book. If you actually want to learn anything interesting or real about animals, I suggest that you purchase something by an author like David Attenborough. Not bad but not good These are a batch of VERY short radio spots, a few minutes each. They were marginally interesting, but unimpressive. unusual, touching Each piece in this collection is fulfilling on several levels: emotional, structural, descriptive, and thought-provoking. Each story's way of being told (as either meditation or reflection or monologue or dream) matches the mood and atmosphere of the particular animal in that story. I particularly liked the memories of the older horse, the reasoning and understanding of cattle, and the prayer of the man who provided a home for orphan cats.

A Sack Half Full, From Humility to Humor Audiobook by Jerry Duprez

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jerry Duprez) — Wed, 02 May 2012 12:41:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/845/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Sack Half Full, From Humility to Humor Subtitle: One Family's Journey through Testicular Cancer Author: Jerry Duprez Narrator: Josh Kilbourne Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 05-02-12 Publisher: Tate Publishing Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: In author Jerry Duprez's inspirational memoir, he poetically and humorously chronicles his journey through his experiences with testicular cancer - an experience that sheds light on past and present life lessons. Whether you can relate to the severity of his medical history or to his struggle to turn ashes to beauty in any given season of life, you will gain insight and perspective for your own life. He highlights the details of his encounter with his life-threatening illness, while outlining the greater implications that life's challenges bring. If you are looking for a window into the world of your soul and for your life to become richer and more intentional, you will not be disappointed. A Sack Half Full is a story of hardy determination; however, there is enough comic relief that prevents everything this book digs up from weighing you down. Delve into A Sack Half Full to discover one man's quest into a place of healing. You will be touched and challenged. You will be broken and infused with hope. You will laugh and you will cry. Members Reviews: Not an insightful book Is there anything you would change about this book? I wish the description of this book were more clear. The author spends most of his time discussing christianity. Was A Sack Half Full, From Humility to Humor worth the listening time? No