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Dalton "Dean" Blankinship is from Oklahoma and graduated with a bachelor's degree in Nutritional Sciences, along with a master's in Health & Human Performance: Health Promotions. He used mostly his life lessons and experience to write the book. To say that it was a labor of love is an understatement, and what author can't say that? It is a sign of the marathon that is writing.

Learn more about Dean Blankinship and his work at https://hopesanddean.com.

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• About "Looking Inwards for a Better Life" and the inspiration for writing the book.

LOOKING INWARDS FOR A BETTER LIFE

Have you ever felt like something just wasn't clicking in your life? Has the shalllowness of society left you thritsy for deeper the truths that lie beneath the surface? Do you wish that you could just be more honest with wanting a life of no distractions? This book will take you deeper into many different levels of our societal hireachies and how you can you keep yourself honest in a world that seemingly is just getting allergic to the truth. I don't have all the answers but I can give just a few bits of the iceberg to go deeper and beyond your own comprehension .

CONNECT WITH DEAN BLANKINSHIP:

https://www.hopesanddean.com/

Dean's Book Business on Pinterest 

https://www.facebook.com/dalton.blankinship/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084732972320

https://www.etsy.com/shop/DaltonBooks?ref=dashboard-header

Ray Catania is an acclaimed author, metaphysical teacher, theorist, and coach. He is the visionary behind Limitless Publications, Limitless Coaching, and Scientific Spirituality for the Modern Human.

Catania has written two captivating books in his Awakening Series: “The Atheist and The Afterlife” and “You Are Still Alive, Now Act Like It.” His profound insights and intuitive abilities have made him a sought-after practitioner in scientific-spiritualism and the practical applications of metaphysics. With a thriving private practice, he guides individuals on their transformative journeys.

A survivor of a near-death experience (NDE), Ray Catania is also an ordained minister with master certifications in life coaching, Usui Reiki, and meditation. Currently pursuing his doctorate degree in Metaphysical-Parapsychology, he combines his extensive formal education with wisdom gained from studying under some of the most brilliant minds in the world, including intuitives, mediums, shamans, and energy healers.

Learn more about Ray Catania and his work at: http://RayCatania.Com

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• About "You Are Still Alive, Now Act Like It!"

You Are Still Alive, Now Act Like It

Many years after a near-death experience, a former atheist becomes a spiritual warrior determined to overcome past traumas and discover the true nature of reality. (Winner of 8 Literary Awards to date) You are Still Alive, Now Act Like It, offers an inspiring, non-fictional, account of one man’s unintended journey from atheism to spiritualism and the knowledge he uncovered along the way. Ray Catania’s remarkable 2nd installment of his Awakening Series challenges us to reconsider spirituality, from a scientific perspective, and shows how it can be woven together with practicality and enlightenment.

Main Website: http://RayCatania.Com

Hollis Frances has fifteen years experience in Technical Writing from his career as a Technical Support Engineer on medical equipment at a major manufacturer/service company.  He retired after thirty years in 2020.

That is when he decided to start a new career as an author of short stories based actual events although he does have a novel or two inside his heart that needs to come out in the future. and published his first short story, Willy’s Accident, in 2021.  

He is a military veteran who served first in the US Navy for four years from 1975-1979.  Then, in 1983, enlisted into the US Marines and served until 1987. Hollis Frances has Degree in Electronic Communications Technology. He is married with two adult children and three grandchildren.

You can learn more about Hollis Frances and his work at HollisFrances AOF.com

• About "Alter Called Witness" and the inspiration for the project

• Special Editions: Bethlehem Star and Passover

ALTER CALLED WITNESS

The Hebrews tradition speaks of a annual cycle of events that reoccur in their "season". The author brings the reader along his journey involving the gathering and analysis of the data to determine if this tradition is fact or fiction. And, is there any information "written" in the stars, Mazzaroth, that confirm these events?

CONNECT WITH HOLLIS FRANCES:

https://hollisfrancesaof.com/

OTHER INTERESTING LINKS:

The Torah Calendar- https://torahcalendar.com/

Astronomy software, Starry Night 8 -  https://starrynight.com/starry-night-8-professional-astronomy-telescope-control-software.html

Lisa Towles is an Amazon bestselling, award-winning crime novelist and a passionate speaker on the topics of fiction writing, creativity, and self care. She has ten crime thrillers in print and is the recipient of the Readers Choice, Readers Favorite, BookFest, Literary Titan, and Pencraft literary awards.  Lisa is a member of Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and International Thriller Writers and is deeply committed to supporting other writers. She is Board President of a Bay Area nonprofit and speaks frequently to groups of business leaders and writers. 

Learn more at www.lisatowles.com or follow Lisa on social media: linktr.ee/authortowles. 

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• About Terror Bay and the inspiration behind the story

TERROR BAY

"A woman. A ghostly summons.

Gary D. McGugan loves to tell stories and is the author of “Three Weeks Less a Day,” “The Multima Scheme,” “Unrelenting Peril,” “Pernicious Pursuit,” and award-winning novels “A Web of Deceit” and “A Slippery Shadow.” After a forty-year career at senior levels of multinational corporations, Gary’s writing uses artful suspense to entertain and inform. His launch of a new writing career—at an age most people retire—reveals an ongoing zest for new challenges and a lifelong pursuit of knowledge. Home is near Toronto, but Gary thinks of himself as a true citizen of the world. His passion for travel and his broad experience are evident in every chapter.

Learn more about Gary D. McGugan and his work at https://www.garydmcguganbooks.com/

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• About Contention and the inspiration for the story

CONTENTION

Fidelia Morales is supreme mobster in the world of organized crime, with international interests in prostitution, illicit drugs, gambling, payday loans, and money laundering. She also rules her outfit with an iron fist. How will she react when her sometime lover and top financial genius wants out?

CONNECT WITH GARY MCGUGAN!

Website:  https://www.garydmcguganbooks.com

Dr. Randy Overbeck, a retired educator with over four decades of experience, is an award-winning author known for crafting suspenseful, heroic, and mysterious tales set in school environments. His books have received numerous awards and national recognition. His Haunted Shores Mysteries series has achieved bestseller status on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Dr. Overbeck is also the host of the podcast "Great Stories about Great Storytellers," where he uncovers the unique backgrounds of famous authors, directors, and poets. He frequently speaks to audiences nationwide, offering multimedia presentations on various topics.

You can learn more about Randy Overbeck and his work at https://www.authorrandyoverbeck.com/

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• About Cruel Lessons and his new Lessons in Peril series

CRUEL LESSONS

On a school camping trip, fifth graders experiment with a dangerous new hallucinogen and die in a horrific accident, their deaths shattering the quiet town. Assistant Superintendent Ken Parks, hoping to redeem a fatal mistake from his past, grasps the opportunity to conduct the district investigation of how students are getting the drugs. Almost before he begins, the cops make a stunning arrest. But Parks battles on, convinced the real pusher is still out there, poisoning more kids until he receives an anonymous threat: if he continues, those close to him will pay. Is Parks willing to risk those he loves for a chance at redemption?

CONNECT WITH RANDY OVERBECK!

Website: https://www.authorrandyoverbeck.com/

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/OverbeckRandy/

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/authorrandyoverbeck

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/authorrandyoverbeck/

Tik Tok @authorrandyo

Visit Randy Overbeck's Podcast: Great Stories about Great Storytellers

Mark Shaiken lives with his wife Loren and their dog Emily in Denver Colorado. He schooled at Haverford College and Washburn University, and practiced commercial bankruptcy law for almost 4 decades before moving on to writing, board service, and his photography and music.

He is the author of 4 novels in his 3J Legal Thrillers series, including Fresh Start, Automatic Stay, Unfair Discrimination, and Cram Down, the book we are going to visit with Mark about today. He also has a non-fiction title available called: And Just Like That: Essays on a Life Before During and After the Law

You can learn more about Mark Shaiken and his work at markshaikenauthor.com

• About Cram Down and the inspiraton behind the story

CRAM DOWN

Kansas City attorney Josephina Jillian Jones, 3J to her friends, has dealt with people perpetrating online disinformation, white supremacists, and clients hiding assets, so when a couple who heads up a company that builds inner city housing for marginalized communities comes to her for legal help because their longtime banking partner has shut off their funding, the case appears at first blush to be tame by comparison. But when the bank president disappears and his greed-driven brother seems the likely culprit, things heat up. And when it appears the Kansas City mob is involved, the race is on to save both the company and the bank president. Lives are at stake and the clock is ticking. 3J has a reputation for being fierce and determined, but she’s going to need both help and a little luck to save the day this time.

CONNECT WITH MARK SHAIKEN!

Website: htttp://markshaikenauthor.com 

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/mark-shaiken-author

YouTube: https://youtu.be/Dp4M6P7Kvvg?si=lzDB3BXd1Q1P5tmy 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Mark-Shaiken-Author/100070831924501/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarkShaiken    

Dan McMillan is a therapist and psychologist in Alberta, Canada, and the father of two young children. This story was originally created to help highlight a common, hurtful pattern in couples’ relationships. One day he told the story to his daughters and found they really enjoyed it as well. So, a kid-friendly version was born in hopes of both entertaining children, and sharing important information for parents to be aware of.

Websites: https://danmcmillanbooks.com/ https://assuredpsychology.com/

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• About Badger and Turtle Face the Storm and the inspiration behind the story

Badger and Turtle Face the Storm

Written by a therapist, Badger and Turtle Face the Storm follows a pair of friends who learn to work together under stress. This book is meant for not only children to enjoy, but as a tool for families to better understand a common, hurtful pattern that can occur, particularly between parents.

CONNECT WITH DANIEL MCMILLAN!

Websites: https://danmcmillanbooks.com/ https://assuredpsychology.com/

Homa Pourasgari is an activist, entrepreneur, and author.  Her writings dive deep into themes of love, integrity, compassion, and justice. Fluent in multiple languages, Homa has journeyed across the world, immersing herself in diverse cultures and embracing a variety of viewpoints. While she sometimes finds herself lost in the depths of her writing room, perfecting every scene, Homa equally cherishes moments spent with friends and family, laughing and sharing stories.

You can learn more about Homa Pourasgari and Lemon Curd at https://lemoncurdbook.com.

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• About Lemon Curd and the inspiration behind the story

LEMON CURD

After years of working long hours in the hopes of becoming a partner at a leading marketing firm, the last thing Anna Lisa Gibson expects is to be forced to share her important client with a Brit from their London office. She finds him rude, arrogant and disagreeable.

With high profile clients to his credit, Neil Scott Whitaker never had any difficulties getting along with women until he meets Anna Lisa. He finds her uptight, unpleasant, and impossible to work with. But as the two get to know each other, they start to become friends. Except that Neil has a lot more than friendship in mind. Although he and Anna Lisa had a bad start, he can't control his attraction toward her, and he wonders what it would feel like to spend one night with his officemate.

CONNECT WITH HOMA POURASGARI

Book Website: https://www.lemoncurdbook.com/

Jeffrey Marshall is a writer, novelist and poet from Scottsdale, AZ. He's the author of five books, including the novels Squeeze Plays, Little Miss Sure Shot and Undetected; Undetected and Squeeze Plays were named ShelfUnbound Notable 100 Indie books in 2020 and 2022, respectively, and Squeeze Plays also was named a Book Excellence Award winner in 2023.

A retired journalist and the former editor of two national business magazines, Marshall has freelanced to more than 30 publications as varied as The New York Times, High Country News and Tail Fly-Fishing Magazine, and his short fiction has appeared in online magazines like Bright Flash Literary Review, Ariel Chart and Vocal.com, among others. A short story he wrote took first place in the 2022 Arizona Authors competition.

You can learn more about Jeffrey Marshall and his work at https://jmarshbks.com

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• About Squeeze Plays and the inspiration behind the story

SQUEEZE PLAYS

A modern tableau about money and power set in New York and London -