About Kate McBride: Kate McBride lives in the countryside in Donegal in Ireland with her husband and two teenage sons. She has worked full-time in healthcare for the past 31 years and continues her practice in this field. She has a special interest in mindfulness which she practices on a daily basis and has published a practical book on the subject. She also has a keen interest in nutrition for twenty years ago and has certificates and a diploma from her study in this discipline as well as … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Kate McBride
Interview with Author – Richard L. Haight
About Richard L. Haight: Richard L. Haight is an instructor of meditation, healing and martial arts, and he is the author of The Unbound Soul: A Spiritual Memoir for Personal Transformation and Enlightenment. He began his path of awakening at age eight when he made a solemn promise in a vision to dedicate his life to enlightenment and to share what he found with the world. He took his first steps towards that promise at age 12 when he began formal martial arts training. At the age of 24, … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Richard L. Haight
Interview with Author – Mark Van Buren
About Mark Van Buren: Mark Van Buren is a Mindful Living Trainer, yoga/meditation instructor, personal trainer, and musician, that has been promoting health and wellness for over a decade. He writes articles on meditation and yoga for My Yoga Online, Gaiam TV and more recently, Elephant Journal. He has run dozens of workshops and retreats all over the tri-state area, and has been asked to speak at numerous colleges including Columbia, Montclair State, and Bergen Community. A handful of yoga … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Mark Van Buren
Moon Affirmations by Eileen Troemel
Moon Affirmations is a meditation self help book geared around the cycle of the moon. Using the moon’s energy, the reader can focus on issues in their lives. For each chapter, there is a brief description of the moon cycle along with an affirming poem and a guided meditation for each day of the phase. Targeted Age Group:: any What Inspired You to Write Your Book? One night at a local county park, I lay on the ground staring up through the tree at the moon. I thought about how the … [Read more...] about Moon Affirmations by Eileen Troemel
Interview with Author – Kathy Gruver, PhD
About Kathy Gruver, PhD: Kathy Gruver, PhD is an award-winning author and hosted the national TV show based on her first book, The Alternative Medicine Cabinet (winner Beverly Hills Book Awards). She has earned her PhD in Natural Health and has authored five books including, Body/Mind Therapies for the Bodyworker, Conquer Your Stress with Mind/Body Techniques (Winner Indie Excellence Awards, Beverly Hills Book Awards, Global E-book Awards, Irwin Awards, Finalist for the USA Best Books Award), … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Kathy Gruver, PhD
Naupaka Blooming by J.L. Eck
Set in Hawaii and based on the myth surrounding the Naupaka flower, a little white flower that only grows with half its petals, this is a coming of age love story with second chances, overcoming obstacles and finding peace. In ancient Hawaii, young princess Leilani unexpectedly falls madly in love with Kanoa, a commoner. Even though they are forbidden by custom from even speaking, the two lovers believe the gods approve of their union and they try to find a way to change their fates. But dark … [Read more...] about Naupaka Blooming by J.L. Eck
Interview with Author – J.L. Eck
About J.L. Eck: J.L. Eck is an artist at heart. She used to write short stories for her friends in school and she loved drawing with pencil and taking pictures of the world around her. Her first major in college was art but then her practical side kicked in and she followed in her father's footsteps and became an accountant. The writing bug never left her though and she continued to jot down all her story ideas over the years. She moved to Hawaii in 2006 after a divorce and experienced a … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – J.L. Eck
Zenji & the Muzzy Bug by Aisli Madden
“Zenji & the Muzzy Bug” is the ultimate ‘feel-good’ bedtime story, for kids of all ages. Enriched with mindfulness, “Zenji & the Muzzy Bug” helps children become relaxed and sleepy at bedtime. Characters Zenji and Karma teach us how to feel better physically and mentally, by being mindful and focusing our thoughts. They encourage readers to listen to their inner voice, believe in their inner strength, and be mindful of their hero within. The Story: Zenji the Buddabug is feeling … [Read more...] about Zenji & the Muzzy Bug by Aisli Madden
Interview with Author – Maitri May
About Maitri May: May studied Teacher Training in a catholic university in Alcalá (Madrid) and also got training as Leader and Director of Free Time Activities. Worked as a volunteer teaching children for the Catholic Holy First Communion, as well as in Caritas, in the Boy-Scouts of Spain and Venezuela, in a Catholic Mission in Mexico, for a NGO for Street Children in Oaxaca-Mexico, a NGO for Indigenous People in Ayutla-Mexico and with Mother Theresa in Calcutta-India. She worked in a Farm … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Maitri May
Interview with Author – Aisli Madden
About Aisli Madden: Aislí Madden is an Irish author, designer and TV presenter, who has practiced mindfulness daily for nearly two decades. Aislí created the Buddabugzz brand to bring mindfulness techniques to children from the earliest age. Buddabugzz bedtime stories are infused with techniques that help to develop self-confidence, positive thinking, AND encourage sleep at bedtime. What inspires you to write? I love to entertain and make children laugh but above all else I love to tell a … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Aisli Madden
The Superyogi Scenario: Rise of the Unusuals by James Connor
When elite yoga practitioners use their meditative prowess to fly and manipulate their bodies like superheroes, not everyone uses their powers for good. “The supernatural meets the spiritual in this unusual, endearing thriller. Connor may have carved out a new subgenre.” — Kirkus Reviews “In a world replete with novels, this story is a standout.” — Midwest Book Reviews Targeted Age Group:: 13 and up What Inspired You to Write Your Book? The Superyogi Scenario is … [Read more...] about The Superyogi Scenario: Rise of the Unusuals by James Connor
Meditate the Pounds Away: How I Met My Weight Loss and Wellness Goals through Meditation by Suki S. Miller
Through the authors' personal journey, discover her secrets to finally dropping those unwanted pounds. This must-have book moves weight loss away from the gym and into the mind, body and spirit. Her discovery? Even the most perfect diet and perfect medical test results didn't yield weight loss results without having the mind and spirit on board. Suki S. Miller had picked up pounds after two major injuries and, of course, some 'happy eating.' After the first injury, the weight was gone in a … [Read more...] about Meditate the Pounds Away: How I Met My Weight Loss and Wellness Goals through Meditation by Suki S. Miller
