Summary & Analysis of Factfulness by ZIP Reads Hans Rosling challenges everything you thought you knew about the world in his groundbreaking book, Factfulness. Think you know what percent of the world is vaccinated? Or many people have access to electricity? Rosling proves that whatever you think, you're most likely wrong. Learn how to fight your own personal bias and get a more realistic perspective on the world with Factfulness: Ten Reasons We’re Wrong about the World — and Why Things … [Read more...]
THANKS GIVING by Ron Shaw
For one Georgia family, Thanksgiving 2016 looms, ominously. After their last Thanksgiving together, surviving this one may well depend on a force beyond their control. Thirteen for dinner this year fuels those with trepidations about attending another three-alarm affair. Can they depend on an ambulance arriving on time this go around? How many family members will be served a drumstick-less trip to the local Emergency Room? Through the laughs, tears, and tragic moments, this THANKS GIVING … [Read more...]
Orville Mouse and the Puzzle of the Clockwork Glowbirds by Tom Hoffman
Orville Mouse and the Puzzle of the Clockwork Glowbirds by Tom Hoffman 2016 Gold Medal Winner • Best Young Adult Adventure Book Readers Favorite International Book Award "Hoffman comes across as a master in the teen fantasy genre..." –Romuald Dzemo "...magical, exciting, witty and wise..." –Jack Magnus Orville Wellington Mouse lives with his Mum in the quiet fishing village of Muridaan Falls, Symoca. His life takes an unexpected turn when he learns his best friend Sophia Mouse is not … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Gian Andrea
About Gian Andrea: Gian Andrea is an Italian writer who currently resides in the United Kingdom. Voracious reader since young age, he grew very fond of Philosophy, Art and Linguistic; along with his wide interest for Physics and Human Biology. He holds a Bachelor degree in Literature and History with honours, and a Master degree in Philosophy with honours. BRIEF UNOFFICIAL BIOGRAPHY Back to the time when he was better known for his physique, rather than his brain, Giannandrea was a kid … [Read more...]
Blessed Are the Contrarians: Diary of a Journey Through Interesting Times by Samuel Robert Piccoli
Blessed are the contrarians, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. But they must be very, very careful in these "Interesting Times," in the Chinese sense. Unless you think that "May you live in interesting times" after all is a blessing and not a curse, or better still the first of three curses of increasing degrees of severity, the other two being "May the government be aware of you," and "May you find what you are looking for." But in this case you had better not read this book—and you can't … [Read more...]
Awakening to who we are: The divine art of being by Mark Craig
There are many books about Jesus currently, some of them asking the bold question: Did Jesus even exist? Authors like Timothy Freke and Peter Gandly, S. Acharaya and Kenneth Humphreys are quick to make claims that Jesus is a fiction but only present a limited amount of evidence to substantiate this claim. "Did Jesus Exist?" identifies and evaluates the available evidence and makes a strong case for the high probability that Jesus did, indeed, exist. Accordingly, this is a book for anyone … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Mark Craig
About Mark Craig: Mark Craig is the author of several books on the topic of spirituality. His special interest is in the conversation to be had between science and religion, particularly quantum physics and existential models of spirituality. Craig is currently a school teacher in Brisbane, Australia but was in fulltime ministry within the Catholic Church prior to this. He has a Bachelor of Theology, a Graduate Certificate in Religious Education and a Master’s Degree in Education, specialising … [Read more...]
FEATURED BOOK: Reason for Existence by Richard Botelho
Genre: Science Fiction Reason for Existence is a science fiction thriller that is original and compelling. Critics have already compared the novel to the best of classic science fiction. A true genre bender, the book blends adventure, geopolitics, romance, and philosophy into an unforgettable reading experience that both entertains and educates. Now on special for $0.99. Link to buy book https://bookgoodies.com/interview-with-author-richard-botelho/ … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Jedaiah Ramnarine
About Jedaiah Ramnarine: The unknown is the fun and the adventure never stops. The Fearless Founder of Psi.Raise Creative Studios, a Media Brand designed to take the world by storm - ranging into fresh, genre-bending, innovative creations. Jedaiah Ramnarine is a Clever Bestselling Author, Producer, Filmmaker and Editor. Born on an island in the middle of nowhere, Jedaiah comes from a courageous cinematic background – utilizing all form of media to deliver work that isn't just artistic or … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Derek Warmington
About Derek Warmington: Hello, my name is Derek Warmington. I'm 26 years old. An American poet / philosopher. I’m planning to publish another book titled "Ruminations: Truth, Evolution, & Existentialism," in 2016. I published my first poem at the age of seven. I live my life based on the philosophy of self-actualization. Abraham Maslow once wrote, "[self-actualized people are] devoted, working at something, something which is very precious to them-- some calling or vocation. They are … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Matthew Dickerson
About Matthew Dickerson: Matthew Dickerson was raised on books. He fell in love with reading at an early age, and by the time he was in high school he realized he needed to write as well as read. "I love to write," he says. "I want to put thoughts into words and images, or to discover my thoughts from my words. I am especially moved by story. Telling stories is a process of discovery for me. I get to know my characters by seeing how they act in certain situations. Even much of my non-fiction … [Read more...]
Reason for Existence by Richard Botelho
When David Jordan, an extraterrestrial human in appearance, agrees to help U.N. Secretary General Nicholas Straka resolve an escalating nuclear crisis, he also learns he must defuse a horrifying plot to exterminate humanity by a hostile race of beings who despise human culture. Somehow, he must thwart both crises before a worldwide intervention is launched by his superiors, destroying human innocence in the process. In Reason for Existence, David learns the origins of human conflict, the nature … [Read more...]
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