Are you tired, overwhelmed, and searching for the ever elusive “work-life balance”? You want an extraordinary, fulfilling career and you want to be an extraordinary, present mom—without sacrificing either. How do moms who want to climb the career ladder and at the same time want to be present and amazing for their families do it? How do they stay happy, healthy, and not consistently stressed out to the max? How do they maintain friendships and relationships? How do they “do it all” without … [Read more...] about Secrets of Supermom: How Extraordinary Moms Succeed at Work and Home & How You Can Too! by Lori Whitney Oberbroeckling
Ben Learns to Be Kind: Sid the Kindest Kid by Anusjka R.E.
This simple story offers a new way of beating a bully through kindness. This book about Ben the Bully: ① Contains lovely illustrations and a strong message about kindness. ② Helps children recognize bullying behaviour and understand how to make friends. ③ Offers a different perspective on dealing with a bully. ④ Teaches children about how to express kindness through words and actions. Kindness needs to be taught just as self-worth and personal safety is taught. Because of the increase in … [Read more...] about Ben Learns to Be Kind: Sid the Kindest Kid by Anusjka R.E.
That Was Ugly: Tales of Redemption by J.L. Vance
In That Was Ugly, readers are invited into a wrestling match that pits the messy moments we all encounter in our ordinary, sin- and struggle-filled days, against the reality of God’s redeeming love. You’ll see where victory lies in these tales of redemption, as you discover how even our most unsightly blunders can be turned into beautiful opportunities to personally experience God’s grace. Using real-life stories from her own journey, the author demonstrates, one chapter at a time, how a … [Read more...] about That Was Ugly: Tales of Redemption by J.L. Vance
Putting the Pieces Together: A Mother’s Journey – Our Story of an Autism Diagnosis by Kimberly Caggiano
-Finding Gratitude and Joy in your Autism Journey- Receiving an autism diagnosis can leave you feeling overwhelmed, confused and at times, alone. This book is a genuine depiction of the author’s experience and her son’s diagnosis when he was a toddler. “Putting the Pieces Together” is a valuable resource for any family facing a diagnosis. It defines therapies and outlines how to implement them in an organized, easy-to-understand simplified manner. Discover tips, strategies and ideas designed … [Read more...] about Putting the Pieces Together: A Mother’s Journey – Our Story of an Autism Diagnosis by Kimberly Caggiano
Raising Empowered Children: The Codependent Perfectionist’s Guide to Parenting by Alana Carvalho
What if the quest to be a perfect loving parent was the very thing that kept us from giving kids what they really need? Do you ever feel that despite your best efforts you’re still not the kind of parent you want to be? For parents who struggle with perfectionism or codependency—sometimes without even being aware of it—the pressure to raise good kids can feel impossible. Raising Empowered Children is about becoming aware of the ways that we sabotage ourselves so we can find a more satisfying … [Read more...] about Raising Empowered Children: The Codependent Perfectionist’s Guide to Parenting by Alana Carvalho
FEATURED BOOK: The Giant Forest – Making of by Bill & Mia Belew
This is a How To Book - A father, retired, and his 11-year old daughter collaborated to write a novel - first time for both. This How To book is best read along with the novel, but does not need to be. This how to book can be a standalone as well. How long did it take? How did the brainstorming work? Who's fingers did most of the key pounding? What about proofreading and editing? Who were the beta readers? What about the illustrations? What about disagreements in the story? How were … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: The Giant Forest – Making of by Bill & Mia Belew
Parenting Your Best: The Essential and Practical Guide to Raising Children to Become their Best by John Adjei
‘Parenting Your Best’ is a book that is holistic, different, practical and relatable with easy step-by-step actionable activities, and real-life examples to help you achieve the best results for your children and the family. Using his practical experience as a parent and drawing on the latest research and evidence, John Adjei provides a fresh perspective on: • The purpose of parenting • The most effective tools and strategies for success in parenting • How to raise happy, confident and … [Read more...] about Parenting Your Best: The Essential and Practical Guide to Raising Children to Become their Best by John Adjei
Interview with Author – Dalton Smith
About Dalton Smith: I have been a storyteller all my life. I just recently started my writing career. Writing is my passion. The genre I primarily write in is nonfiction. I plan to branch off in the future and write a few novels with my creativity side of me. What inspires you to write? The fact I can help others with my words. Tell us about your writing process. I outline . I use mind maps and apps in the cloud. I also am old-fashioned and carry around paper and a pencil. What … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Dalton Smith
Interview with Author – Ilham Alam
About Ilham Alam: Ilham (the “H” is the same “H” as in hat) lives in Toronto, Canada, with her family that includes a very lazy cat. Toronto is called a “city within a park” for good reason, due to all its public parks and greenery in every neighbourhood, from which Ilham drew inspiration for this book while out for her own wonder walks with her kids. Ilham is a Student Advisor by day and a writer by night. She is also a trained Indian Classical Dancer and is an avid traveller, you can check … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Ilham Alam
The Willow Tree Oxygold: Experience of nature through music and story by Daniela Seker
The Willow Tree Oxygold: Experience of nature through music and story by Daniela Seker Our need for self-fulfillment leads us to desire to be good parents, intimate and pleasant spouses, true friends and successful people. Some of us learn that on the path to these achievements the pleasure of success evaporates and leaves us feeling like outcasts, lacking fulfillment, empty, lonely and disappointed, and sometimes, precisely at the peak of "success" we are most destructive to ourselves and … [Read more...] about The Willow Tree Oxygold: Experience of nature through music and story by Daniela Seker
Interview with Author – Asaf Rozanes
About Asaf Rozanes: My name is Asaf Rozanes and I'm the author and creator of the "Mindful Mia" - children empowering picture book series. :) I'm a single dad, father of 5 y/o Mia, a life coach and children's author with a witty, humoristic and refreshing writing style. The combination of catchy rhymes spiced with humor, an ethical message and a practical life tool appeals to the hearts of children and parents alike. As a life coach, I aim to give children the … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Asaf Rozanes
When The Ground Shakes by Itit Almog MA
September is National Preparedness Month. Now is a great time to get this essential children's book for your family's library. Preparing children for an unpredictable event, such as an earthquake, is one of the best ways to reduce trauma and maintain children’s mental and emotional well-beings. Reading and practicing the skills introduced in "When The Ground Shakes" on a regular basis ensures that when children know what to do, they are less likely to be scarred by the traumatic event. Get … [Read more...] about When The Ground Shakes by Itit Almog MA
