"In the battle over advanced AI, will we lose our humanity or learn what truly makes us human?" Kira and Noah face a choice: Do they follow in their father’s footsteps, advancing Artificial Intelligence to allow their dying mother to live on? Or do they let her rest in peace and step away from the technology that is dividing humanity? Kira knows her choice and follows her vision to make a sentient AI that captures all of who her mother was. Her path challenges her commitment as she weaves … [Read more...] about Paradox: Book One of The Singularity Chronicles by Michael Woudenberg
Interview with Author – Michael Woudenberg
About Michael Woudenberg: Michael Woudenberg is an aspiring Polymath from Tucson Arizona with a background in advanced technologies such as autonomy, artificial intelligence, blockchain, cyber, aerospace, national security, and weapon systems across a variety of companies from tech startups to Fortune 150 companies. He is an award winning author in non-fiction and has been published in magazines and peer-reviewed journals. He is also the author of Polymathic Being, a substack exploring … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Michael Woudenberg
Interview with Author – Rennie Du Plessis
About Rennie Du Plessis: Dr Rennie Du Plessis has earned two PhD degrees; one in Theology and Religion and one in Counselling Psychology. A highly experienced instructor in practical, applicable biblical principles with a vast range of expertise, Dr Du Plessis has taught internationally at all levels; from foundational instruction through to specialized instruction to senior leaders, from recovering addicts to doctorate students. Dr Du Plessis' books are based on more than forty years in … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Rennie Du Plessis
The Science of Self Talk: How to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence and Stop Getting in Your Ow by Ian Tuhovsky
"Everything Will Be Fine" "There's No Way This Will Work!" "Why Does This Always Happen To Me"? These are just a few examples of positive and negative self-talk that you have probably said to yourself hundreds of times. You do it when you are nervous, you do with when you are happy, you do it when you are frustrated. And it affects your decision-making process. Self talk has a huge impact on your life, even if you do not see it right away. It can cripple your confidence or give you that … [Read more...] about The Science of Self Talk: How to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence and Stop Getting in Your Ow by Ian Tuhovsky
Interview with Author – Bianca Nemes
About Bianca Nemes: My name is Bianca Nemes, I am 24 years old and I was born in Cluj-Napoca, in Romania. I merge my analytical part, as a result of computer science graduation, to the artistical one, which is developed by my psychology studies at university. In my free time, I like spending my time writing, reading, painting, walking. I am a psychology passionate and I love everything that related to this domain, from emotions to behaviors. I wrote a book, 'Collinearity solution. … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Bianca Nemes
Interview with Author – Astra Niedra
About Astra Niedra: Astra is a facilitator and teacher of Voice Dialogue and the Psychology of Selves, a unique approach to personal growth that involves working with the parts, or inner selves, of the psyche. She writes about using this empowering and life-changing work in day-to-day life, focusing on relationships and parenting. What inspires you to write? The desire to share the things I've learnt through my own quest to answer the big life questions. I had studied all kinds of … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Astra Niedra
Interview with Author – Erin Banks
About Erin Banks: Erin Banks is a Northern German-born Specialist In Media & Information Sciences, Simultaneous Interpreter, Autism Advocate and writer with Scandinavian and American roots who currently resides in the UK. She used to own the CrimePiper Wordpress blog and still helps manage it. She has contributed chapters to French author Anne Cossé’s book, “Could YOU Be Autistic? How One Realizes They Are On The Spectrum,” and to her mentor Kevin M. Sullivan’s sixth book on the Ted … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Erin Banks
You Can’t Buy Love Like That: Growing Up Gay in the Sixties by Carol Anderson
You Can't Buy Love Like That: Growing Up Gay in the Sixties by Carol Anderson How do you live an authentic life while keeping a secret? This award-winning memoir chronicles one woman’s struggle to be true to herself as she grapples with the ramifications of accepting that she’s gay amid the religious, social and legal norms of the Sixties. Growing up in a fundamentalist Christian household, and fearing the rejection of her parents, she keeps the secret of her love orientation for many … [Read more...] about You Can’t Buy Love Like That: Growing Up Gay in the Sixties by Carol Anderson
Interview with Author – Dr. LaRonda Starling
About Dr. LaRonda Starling: Dr. LaRonda Starling is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, a National Certified Counselor, and an adjunct professor at a Christian university. She has earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, Master of Science degree in Counseling, and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Psychology with a specialization in Clinical Psychology. As a clinician, Dr. Starling provides therapeutic services (psychological assessment and … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Dr. LaRonda Starling
Emma’s Gift: Furry Friends through Many Lifetimes by Katherine Mayfield
"This heart-touching memoir is a celebration of the eternal bond between cats and humans that will resonate with anyone who has ever had a special cat in their life." - ConsciousCat.net Award-winning memoirist Katherine Mayfield's obsession with cats led her to rescue an abandoned kitty, Emma, who taught the author about love and respect, and confirmed her belief in reincarnation. Facing the loss of Emma after a 17-year relationship, the author embarked on a search for a deeper relationship … [Read more...] about Emma’s Gift: Furry Friends through Many Lifetimes by Katherine Mayfield
Is it about that boy? The Shocking Trauma of Aversion Therapy by Jeremy Gavins
Jeremy is a gay boy brought up in a Catholic Household in Yorkshire, UK, where sex and love are taboo subjects. Sex on TV is deemed to be sinful; homosexuality especially so. He feels unloved and fears his parents finding out he is gay. At school in 1970 aged sixteen, he falls in love with Stephen. For Jeremy, Stephen is the most beautiful boy in the world. With Stephen, he finds love and acceptance. In 1972, Jeremy realises their relationship will finish at the end of their final … [Read more...] about Is it about that boy? The Shocking Trauma of Aversion Therapy by Jeremy Gavins
Summary & Analysis of Factfulness by ZIP Reads
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...] about Summary & Analysis of Factfulness by ZIP Reads