A poetic journey that leads through the five stages of grief. Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance. Curing My Venom is about mental illness, failures, and self-healing. Tiny speck of hope peeking through my window tell me what you seek there is nothing for you here maybe you should leave I am just an ounce of emptiness fading behind this dark stay away from me before you lose your spark. O’ my foolish child how do you not know? You are the light I come for and … [Read more...] about Curing My Venom by A. Rinum
FEATURED BOOK: The Crossroads of Logan Michaels by James Roberts
After growing up heartbroken with an endless series of struggles, Maria Michaels creates a picture-perfect family of her own. But life changes too quickly, and she loses her grip on herself and her two troubled sons. In spite of her desire to give them a better life, they spiral downward on the paths they choose. They must fight through sadness, mistakes and tragedy to find redemption and the love that only a mother can give. Told from a dual perspective of mother and son, we follow the family's … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: The Crossroads of Logan Michaels by James Roberts
Interview with Author – Julie Watson
About Julie Watson: From a young age Julie pondered what she would do with her life. A job as a nurse aide in the local Maternity Annexe at the age of sixteen gave her a love for being with women during labour and birth and caring for mothers and their babies. Life could not have been happier, married to the man she loved and the birth of a son. The tragic and unexpected death of her second baby in her first hour of life led to depression, loneliness and despair. Born for Life: A Midwife’s … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Julie Watson
Born for Life: A Midwife’s Story by Julie Watson
From a young age, Julie pondered what she would do with her life. A job as a nurse aide in the local Maternity Annexe at the age of sixteen gave her a love for being with women during labour and birth, and caring for mothers and their babies. Life could not have been happier, married to the man she loved and the birth of a son. The tragic and unexpected death of her second baby in her first hour of life led to depression, loneliness and despair. The true story tells of a woman’s struggle to … [Read more...] about Born for Life: A Midwife’s Story by Julie Watson
Interview with Author – Megan Erin Galloway
About Megan Erin Galloway: Megan is a 70-year-old survivor of child abuse, and had her first and only book published in January 2018. Megan’s “credentials” for writing a book are 63 years of pain, fear, depression, and anxiety – and an incredible seven years of growth, expansion, happiness, and joy. She shares her journey through child abuse with others who experience feelings of hopelessness and helplessness, so they don't have to search as long as she did to find the needed hope and … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Megan Erin Galloway
The Heiress Project: Every Girl’s Guide to Reclaiming Your Worthiness and Creating a Life You Actually Love by Marie Therese Batt
So many women believe that they're not worthy of a good life, love, respect and happiness. They think that this kind of life belongs to the select few, and definitely not to them. They say, "You either have it or you don’t." It’s like being an heiress - you’re either born into wealth, or you’re not, right? Not necessarily. And that’s where The Heiress Project steps in, and revolutionizes not only this traditional view of “heiress”, but also challenges your negative concepts about yourself … [Read more...] about The Heiress Project: Every Girl’s Guide to Reclaiming Your Worthiness and Creating a Life You Actually Love by Marie Therese Batt
Dear Mom & Dad, I Have Anxiety by Corine Toren
Today, so many children struggle with anxiety. Most parents don't know how much their children are suffering, and even the ones that do, just don't know what to do about it and how to help. "Dear Mom & Dad, I Have Anxiety" gives parents a glimpse of what children who suffer from anxiety are going through. In the book, I talk about my own personal struggles with anxiety, and the ways I have learned to alleviate it. In addition, I give parents suggestions about how they can help their children … [Read more...] about Dear Mom & Dad, I Have Anxiety by Corine Toren
Interview with Author – Marie Therese Batt
About Marie Therese Batt: Author, blogger and illustrator, Marie Therese Batt, empowers women to change their limiting and negative beliefs, and to love themselves instead on her website. Her own struggles with anorexia nervosa and depression are the catalyst and inspiration for her writing, which has given many women the support and encouragement needed to change their thinking and their lives. Marie is passionate about travel and learning, and some of her memorable experiences have been … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Marie Therese Batt
Interview with Author – Corine Toren
About Corine Toren: I am a recent graduate from UC Santa Barbara, with a major in Global Studies. However, I've always been passionate about writing, and I am hoping to make writing a full-time career. Even though my book, "Dear Mom & Dad, I Have Anxiety" is nonfiction, I am looking forward to writing mostly fiction in the future. Additionally, besides writing, I also enjoy yoga, baking, exercise, and learning foreign languages. What inspires you to write? I am inspired by my passion to … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Corine Toren
Interview with Author – Nikki Fuller
About Nikki Fuller: Nikki is as she describes herself just 'one woman'. Whether this be as a daughter, mother, wife or business entrepreneur. Through the different caps she wears like many other women, she has seen and experienced the highs and lows in life so far. She puts her hands up to struggling with 'Life' and anxiety and strives every day to find that 'Happy' place and even some days finds it! Nikki tries to find positive affirmations that help make life more comfortable to wear and if … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Nikki Fuller
