Animals in Underwear, ABC

Author Todd Parr writes a very entertaining and enjoyable children's book entitled:  "Animals in Underwear ABC." He takes each letter of the alphabet and places it with an animal that begins with that letter and shows them in their underwear. The pages are split where the reader has to open the page after turning to the next page to reveal even more letters and funny animals. Each lift of the page reveals a very cute animal and the next letter of the alphabet. This book builds interest and excitement with each turning page. There are lots of fun colors and interesting artwork on each page. The reader will enjoy a soft-bound cover, easy to hold, not heavy and kid friendly.

This book is perfect for young children who's parents are trying to expose them to their ABC's. Author Parr makes this a rewarding book to read that young readers will find themselves turning from page to page to find what interesting and unique animal is on the other side of the page. This is a fine book to give to parents as well as libraries to carry for their patrons so they could check out this unique educational tool for children. This book will help the child be entertained and enjoy the learning process rather than a dull, boring way of having to achieve something. This will be a wonderful tool to use for this unique learning process and with the colorful pictures one could even help their child learn colors as well.

5 of 5 stars

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Author Laura J. Davis has penned a very eye-opening and soul-searching book concerning the Biblical account found in the Book of revelation. She discusses who the seven angels are and the correlation of a Bishop, Elder, Pastor and Overseer. She brings to light interesting views and concepts that are easily glossed over in typical religious circles.

     "He Who Has An Ear: Who the Seven Churches of Revelation are Today" is an excellent book displaying each church and how it relates to our current events. Author Davis pulls no punches as she faces unpleasant circumstances that are found within our church today and how relaxed and uncertain we seem to be. This book certainly causes the believer to examine their own life as well as to evaluate what is happening around them that appears to be holy and of God. Each church is broken down into an extensive view to better explore and understand what is happening within them. This would be fine material to use in a group study for a deeper exploration into the seven churches found in the Book of Revelation. There is a challenge to the reader to explore their own heart and search out which church they are most like. There is also a chapter that deals with the wolves and false prophets in our modern day causing the reader to think about both what and who they are listening to. This is a must read if you are concerned about becoming too compliance within your Christian faith as this book exposes various teachings prevalent today, causing the reader to look deep within themselves and examine their own heart. 

5 of 5 Stars

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How To Publish Your Book

Motivational Press releases a new book entitled: "How To Publish Your Book" by Justin Sachs. This is a very practical well-written book that would help any writer become better in their craft as well as to understand what needs to be done to be a published author. This book puts things in a prospective that allows the reader to question themselves as to why they desire to produce a book? There is a discussion of various ways to produce a product including; a book, e-book, audio book, etc... Author Sachs also discusses the various differences of being an independent self-published author or getting the project to a publishing house. Listed within the book are practical steps that an author should take into consideration in order to avoid making major mistakes that would not only delay publication but in many cases even stop publication.

Are you someone who likes direction? If so this is the book for you. "How To Publish Your Book" is a straight-forward approach to resolving those unknown, uncertain issues. Knowing how to market the book is so important. What value is there if you have written a masterpiece, yet no-one knows it's in existence? There are also samples to follow and how an author can protect themselves from failure. When the masterpiece is written then the self-half of the work begins. Listen closely as author Sachs teaches the reader how to avoid pitfalls that are easy to fall into, rather walk in a wonderful experience of publishing your written material.

5 of 5 Stars

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Author Leonard Ryzman, in his book entitled; "Make Your Own rainbow" helps the reader better understand how they can rise above negative circumstances and truly enjoy life. Found within the book are plenty of positive examples that the reader can draw from and find encouragement for their personal journey. However,

this is more than a book filled with people's stories who have achieved their goals, it gives down to earth practical advice on how the reader can become fulfilled and experience their own personal joy of achievement.

There is a very find discussion of how a person's mind works either to move them forward toward their goal or rather in a negative fashion to draw them farther away from their goal.  In "Make Your Own Rainbow" the reader is encouraged to create their future by a positive, narrowly focused goal. If the goal is too broad in nature how would one know if they ever arrived at or achieved their goal? Author Ryzman helps the reader narrow their focus, so they are more defiant and direct with their purpose. Moving forward requires more than action it requires purpose. Many examples are given of people who never gave up, but rather chose to follow their dream and arrive at their chosen purpose. Regardless of what others say, or the amount of times you are rejected, keep pressing forward believing in yourself and your dream. This is a fine, well-written book filled with a wealth of information and encouragement.

Reviewed by Darin Godby for Readers Favorite

Cinnamon Diamonds

Author Mark Piper shares a very interesting story along a Sailor's Snug Harbor during the time of March 1916 in Quincy, Massachusetts. It is here that columnist John, who worked for the newspaper, was in search of Captain Hanson Crockett Gregory for a newspaper article. Upon finding Captain Gregory, John was eager for him to share his story, however before he would began his story, the captain, made sure that John  was served his famous doughnuts covered in cinnamon and sugar. It appeared as though everyone who ever tasted Captain Gregory's doughnuts were in awe of the taste and sweet savory smell. After serving John these wonderful tasting doughnuts, it was then he began to share his story of being up on the ship called, "Felix Lighter."

The adventures that author Piper shares with his readers are both enticing and entertaining. In this short story entitled; "Cinnamon Diamonds" the reader is taken upon a grand voyage where Captain Gregory made this wonderful discovery of these awesome, unbelievable tasting doughnuts. Captain Gregory is still remembered by a small weatherbeaten plaque that states this fine captain invented the first hole in the donut. While this may not appear to many to be a huge deal, ask the question; where would donut shops all across the world would be without this fantastic discovery? While indeed this is a short story, it is a very fun and enjoyable read. Author Piper takes the reader on a worthwhile journey that will allow the reader to almost smell and taste these delicious donuts.

Reviewed by Darin Godby for Readers Favorite.

5 of 5 Stars

Voice of Hope: 30 Days With Jesus

Authors Rita Pam Tapachi and Anneline Breetzke join their talents together to write a very heart-warming book. The reader will take a spiritual journey that will allow their faith to be strengthen and their Christian foundation to be made sure and solid. "Voice of Hope: 30 Days With Jesus" takes the reader on just that type of journey. While this is written as a 30 day devotional it could also be read straight through to take one along allowing the reader to take a glimpse inside the lives of these two ladies. Topics found within the book are: Forgiveness, Worship, Healer, repentance, Gratitude, Self-Centredness and many more.

"Voice of Hope" allows the authors Tarachi and Breetzke to take the reader along their journey allowing their stories to challenge them causing them to see the power of Almighty God. They give scriptural references to not only support a particular devotion for the day but it allows the reader to do further research and study should they desire. This is a short book filled with meat and truth of God's Word that makes an excellent 30 day devotional as well as a straight read through. This book provides hope for the reader that God loves them and desires to develop them into the person they were created to become. With just 1-3 pages per devotional it is a book that can be quickly read, but may take longer to digest its truth and nuggets of wisdom. Start today along the journey with Jesus.

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4 of 5 stars

Biodesign: Out For A Walk

Author Lowell Harrison Young takes the reader along a wonderful journey that spans over 24 years of exciting adventures. There are more than 700 students and 400 chaperons that were privileged to travel on these 63 trips. "Biodesign: Out For A Walk" takes the reader though a balanced experiment involving both an advanced biology course and a spiritual component that causes the student and chaperonages to be exposed to many new and challenging situations, many of which they have never experienced before. The reader is quickly transported from the classroom to road trips filled with awe and adventure.

While this isn't a book intended for the reader to agree with or disagree with the teacher or their students, it is a book that will allow the reader to see science, nature and God though different lenses. This eye opening experience will share many of the trails adventures from sickness, to physical difficulties, to emotional obstacles being overcome and so much more. There is a teamwork that allows the reader to look deep within the lives of the students so see them develop into a more mature individual. The danger found from trip to trip seems to always surface whether through a storm, animals, rocks, climbing difficulties, etc... When the student goes on this journey with just the things in their backpack you will see how their character quickly develops. While some of the school board wanted to put a halt to these trips, somehow each year with raving reviews from the parents, chaperons and students they were able to continue to raise the funds necessary that allowed them to return year after year. The positive impact this teacher and the trips he planned may have been the most single enlightening event that student experienced during their educational time period.