Americana: Stories by Bill Hemmig Review

On February 3, 2024 By authoranthonyavinablogIn reviewsLeave a comment

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Author Bill Hemmig showcases the human experience through a multitude of snapshots and short stories in the collection “Americana: Stories”.

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The Synopsis

The many faces of curiosity. Which one do you see?

Welcome to Bill Hemmig’s Americana, a collection of snapshots that capture the everyday American experience. From filling the bird feeder to a realtor conference (behind) the happiest place on Earth to the picturesque canals of Venice, each story celebrates the eccentricities hidden inside the fabric of an ordinary life.

The Review

From a storytelling perspective, the author’s work put into this book’s character development and imagery was riveting. The relatability and heart that these characters exuded and the rich dynamics between them were incredibly engaging. The thoughtful use of imagery helped elevate the enthralling yet thought-provoking atmosphere the author had tapped into for these stories.

Yet it was the balance of realism and almost fantasy-style storytelling that the author embraced that made this collection so unique. The way each story spoke to everyday situations and emotions that people go through, and yet the abstract imagery that made each story feel like another world entirely came across as a fairy-tale-like parable to take lessons from, and the idea that life itself stems from our thoughts and ideas made this a complex yet engaging read.

The Verdict

Memorable, thoughtful, and engaging author Bill Hemmig’s “Americana: Stories” is a must-read short story collection that is not to be missed. The author writes in a way that allows us to see ourselves in these characters, yet the story’s abstract nature allows us to feel transported all at once. If you haven’t yet, be sure to grab your copy today!

Rating: 10/10

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About the Author

Bill Hemmig is the author of Americana: Stories and Brethren Hollow, both published by Read Furiously. His short stories appear in Read Furiously’s Life in the Garden State anthologies, The World Takes and Stay Salty, and in the Toho Publishing anthology, The Best Short Stories of Philadelphia, 2021. He has had stories published in the journals The Madison Review, Philadelphia Stories, and Children, Churches and Daddies (cc&d), and he is a three-time finalist in the New Millennium Writing Awards. By day he is Dean, Learning Resources & Online Learning at Bucks County Community College in Pennsylvania.

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The Garden of Mercy by Myriana Merkovic Review

On January 29, 2024 By authoranthonyavinablogIn reviewsLeave a comment

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A young woman seeking redemption utilizes the power and language of flowers to help others in author Myriana Merkovic’s “The Garden of Mercy”.

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The Synopsis

The Garden of Mercy is a heart-rending coming-of-age novel about families lost and found, belonging, and finding meaning in places where fragrances stay.

If you knew the secret powers of flowers, would you use their spells to change lives?

Mercy knows humans aren’t the only beings capable of emotions and acts of compassion; flowers can also feel and do good deeds. And there are sweet-scented killers for those who won’t be saved. Mercy knows them all intimately.

Raised by a Bible-thumping mother and shunned by her peers for her peculiarity, she finds refuge in the neighboring woodlands, where she learns the secret language of flowers and the power of plants. As she grows, so does her curiosity, sense of smell, and use of the flowers’ skills to solve quandaries: Aster for patience, borage for courage, dandelion for anger…. But everything changes the day she gathers the wicked purple flower and considers the unthinkable…

Now a young woman, Mercy finds she isn’t alone in struggling with the wounds of her past; the quirky residents of a dilapidated Victorian mansion where she works are, too. Yearning for redemption—theirs and hers—she conjures a miraculous garden where scents mend broken hearts. As the flowers come to life, healing begins for all but one, leaving Mercy with an impossible dilemma. How far is she willing to go this time? How much is she willing to risk? What he asks of her isn’t a small feat; she could lose it all: a family found, a place where she belongs, love….

Enchanting and searingly honest, The Garden of Mercy will make you look at the world differently and question your beliefs about everything.

The Review

This was an absolutely moving and heartfelt read. The way the author can draw upon the unique and wonderful world of flowers and their inherent power in the world and the use of powerful imagery in the author’s writing allowed the flowers and the fantastic character development to become very cinematic in quality on the page.

The theme surrounding this story of life, death, and the love connection between them both was so well represented in this narrative, not only in the protagonist’s journey in her past and present but also in the complexity of the flowers themselves, from the unassuming flowers that heal to the deadly yet beautiful flowers that kill. The growth and change that the protagonists underwent throughout their journey kept the reader invested in the story.

The Verdict

Heartfelt, memorable, and thoughtful, author Myriana Merkovic’s “The Garden of Mercy” is a must-read coming-of-age tale, filled with mystery, tension, and notes of hope that helps showcase the power of found family and the lengths we are willing to go to keep that family intact. If you haven’t yet, be sure to grab your copy today!

Rating: 10/10

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About the Author

Myriana Merkovic was born in Africa, educated in Europe, and later emigrated to America, the land she fell in love with at ten. Her journey in the medical field and across continents gave her an appreciation of life’s frailty and nature’s ingenuity. She lives in Florida with her husband, her four-legged children, and a menagerie of backyard tenants. This is her third novel.

A Song in the Dark (Evercharm Book 3) by S.D. Reeves Review

On January 23, 2024 By authoranthonyavinablogIn reviewsLeave a comment

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A young woman pursued by nefarious forces hoping to use her gift (or curse) for their own needs must discover who she can trust quickly in author S.D. Reeves novel, “A Song in the Dark”, the third book in the Evercharm series.

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The Synopsis

Everyone seeks her song. But who among them is prepared to die for it…

On a perilous mountain pass, Niena, the girl known as The Melody of Three, undertakes a treacherous journey with her fairy queen step-grandmother to escape all those who wish to control her. Niena’s gift is also her curse. As the descendant of three races, she is the only one who can play the Evercharm, the lyre used to create the fairy, elf, and human worlds. For sorcerer Christaan De Rein and his trusted apprentice Higgins, he needs Niena for the protection of the Curators. But after one long week into their journey to capture her, it feels as if they are chasing shadows.

When those shadows transform into seething Udur, the Teamor’s vicious hounds, Rein’s traveling party are not the only ones in imminent danger. Niena is learning fast that reality is not all that it seems. And if creation is to be stopped from unraveling completely, she must decide exactly who she can trust…

The Review

This was a compelling and captivating read. The author did a fantastic job of world-building, crafting a narrative that is both detailed and imaginative all at once. The haunting imagery the author captures not only highlights the fantasy genre so perfectly but also brings a cinematic flair that keeps the action and adventure elements of the story fresh and alive on the page.

The character development was astounding in this story. The balance between Niena’s struggles as the weight of not one but several worlds hangs on her shoulders and the sense of destiny and hope that Rein exudes as he explores the elements of harmony that the themes play on kept these two protagonists highly engaging to the reader. The concept of vibrations and music overall impacting a world and the universal language we all speak made the fantasy and action elements explode off the page.

The Verdict

Memorable, thoughtful, and entertaining, author Stephen Reeves’s “A Song in the Dark” is a must-read sword and sorcery style fantasy novel. The twists and turns in the narrative and the gripping character growth help evolve the world in which the story is being told, and the narrative itself makes this a truly thrilling read. If you haven’t yet, be sure to grab your copy today!

Rating: 10/10

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About the Author

Stephen Reeves was born in 1980 in Huntsville, Alabama. He currently resides in Switzerland with an undetermined number of cats greater than zero, and a propensity for nonsense. On those cold nights where the wind steams off snowbanks, he is known to write award-winning fantasy novels. And curse his wife’s cold feet.

Effective Video Marketing: How to Make Videos that Sell. Tips and Strategies by Erika MacDonald Review

On January 22, 2024 By authoranthonyavinablogIn reviews1 Comment

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Author Erika MacDonald shares the insights businesses and creators need to convert viewers into customers using video marketing in the book “Effective Video Marketing: How to Make Videos that Sell. Tips and Strategies”.

The Synopsis

“Why use video marketing?” you ask. Video marketing is a useful tool for businesses to drive website traffic, increase conversions, and refine brand awareness. Thanks to the rise of social media platforms and growing consumer demand, many customers rely on videos before making purchases. “Effective Video Marketing: How to make ‘videos’ that sell. Tips and strategies” examines the struggles of business owners in harnessing the power of an effective video marketing campaign. With an in-depth look at the strength of videos to add “the human element” to your online business, earning a huge ROI on marketing campaigns is easier than ever. The book explores video marketing in theory and practice by trying to merge the effect of videos on humans and how to make videos that truly deliver. You will also get quick tips, advice, and strategies for incorporating your videos into your marketing plan. Video marketing tools, as seen in this book, are diverse and varied; your choice will depend on your type of business.Written by a seasoned video marketer with valuable experience,“Effective Video Marketing: How to make videos that sell. Tips and strategies” gives online businesses the boost they need to create useful and engaging content. You will also find case studies from social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter and the magic formula that many marketers across different industries use to execute their strategies.

The Review

This was a well-written and well-informed book. The short yet informative read allows readers to understand how the visual medium speaks to us all and influences our conscious and also our subconscious thoughts. The impact that visuals have on everything from our behavior to the emotions we feel in any given moment is remarkable to comprehend, and the way the author brings this knowledge to the forefront of this book was unique to see unfold.

The depth of engagement the book holds for the reader is fantastic. The way the author shows readers how the use of video marketing not only the business side of things but the social aspect as well, diving into the use of video marketing and video content overall on social media platforms to drive viewers to the content we are most passionate about, helped bring readers together to understand better the strategies the author presented.

The Verdict

Memorable, informative, and engaging author Erika MacDonald’s “Effective Video Marketing” is a must-read nonfiction book and guide on using video marketing in the business world and its impact on us all. The author’s personable and knowledgeable tone, strikes in this book’s writing, as well as the short yet straightforward atmosphere the book takes on, will keep readers engaged throughout this entire read. If you haven’t yet, be sure to grab your copy today!

Rating: 10/10

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About the Author

Engaging New Media is the brainchild of Erika Mac Donald, an award-winning writer and producer with 15 years of experience in managing promotional production from concept to completion. She has partnered with renowned commercial and non-profit networks throughout her successful career, including Sirius Satellite Radio, MLB.com, PBS, and TruTv.

Erika has also developed top-notch television, radio, and web promotional video content that has reached over 20 million viewers across the New York metro area.

Her vision for establishing Engaging New Media was sparked by her passion for connecting the masses to the resources they need to change their lives and community. With the support of her highly skilled team, she aims to help businesses and brands connect with their target audiences across multiple platforms, increase their community engagement and accelerate their growth. Our team consists of experienced professionals well versed in their trade, dedicated to helping you connect with your ideal audience.

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Eternity’s Edge (Eternal Chronicles Book 4) by Zachary Hagen Review

On January 13, 2024 By authoranthonyavinablogIn reviewsLeave a comment

I received a free copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions are my own.

A group of friends must work together to keep their home alive and a beacon of hope in a world ravaged by civil war in author Zachary Hagen’s “Eternity’s Edge”, the fourth book in the Eternal Chronicles series.

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The Synopsis

Civil war is the beginning of the end, but who will survive?

After Taking over the leadership of the Refuge, Elior and His friends have a time of peace, but when Taariq makes good on his promise to marry Viola and make her his empress, no one could withhold the wrath of the people when they rebel against djinn rule.

The Refuge must become a beacon of light in a world darkened by rebellion, but when a self-proclaimed “Holy Army” rises up, will Elior and his friends be able to keep that light shining bright? Will Aelon’s call prove too much to handle? Will the past keep them from moving forward?

Eternity’s Edge is the penultimate book in the Eternal Chronicles series. Its pages will take you on an epic journey to the absolute Edge of the world where the end of this spellbinding tale will begin.

The Review

This was a mesmerizing and entertaining read. The author does an excellent job of continuing to push the limits of the world they have crafted, engaging with the existing mythos while also adding new elements into the narrative to keep the balance of ancient magic with modern technology alive in the reader’s mind. Although this book definitely benefits the reader after reading the previous entries in the series, the story in this fourth book pays off the experiences and hardships that these characters have endured in the past.

Yet amidst all of this narrative’s action, adventure, and magical circumstances, the rich character dynamics speak to the reader as the themes of social classes, family, friendship, and love all take center stage. The romance between Elior and Nereza, the friendship between Elior and Nxy, and even the power-mad elitism of the villain Taariq all speak to the reader on a deeper level. It made the action and mythological nature of the narrative feel more grounded yet powerful.

The Verdict

Harrowing, epic, and compelling author Zachary Hagen’s “Eternity’s Edge” is a must-read fantasy novel and a tremendous fourth entry into this captivating series. The twists and turns in the narrative, as well as the shocking moments for these characters fans of the series, have come to know and love, made this story shine brightly and will keep readers eager for more from this incredible author. If you haven’t yet, be sure to grab our copy today!

Rating: 10/10

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About the Author

Zachary Hagen is a fantasy author and editor. He lives his wife, Claudia, and their dog, Flynn. When he isn’t busy writing his next book or teaching, you can often find him walking around his neighbor hood or up hiking in Hanging Rock Park with his wife and their friends.

From a young age he was enthralled with the world of story. From the stories his parents read to him from his blue bedtime story books (if you know, you know) to the first two series that he read, The Chronicles of Narnia and A Series of Unfortunate Events, Zachary’s tastes continued to develop throughout his years of reading.

The influences for his first series, The Eternal Chronicles, include Christopher Paolini, J. R. R. Tolkien, C. S. Lewis, and others.

https://zacharyhagenwrites.com/

Writing with your Muse: A Guide to Creative Inspiration by W.L. Hawkin Review

On January 13, 2024 By authoranthonyavinablogIn reviewsLeave a comment

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Author W.L. Hawkin shares her own personal experiences that allow her to find new inspiration and a muse that keeps the creativity alive in us all in the book “Writing with your Muse: A Guide to Creative Inspiration”.

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The Synopsis

Writing with your Muse offers techniques, strategies, tools, tips, and stories to help you tap into creative inspiration. You don’t have to be psychic to be successful with these techniques, although that natural ability exists in all of us, and these techniques will help you develop your sixth sense. There’s even science to back it up. This book will help you if you hear words or see images but find it difficult to get the text on the page, you’ve written and published but are searching for something fresh and different, you have ideas but don’t know how or where to begin, you want to write but have no ideas, or you’re suffering from a bad case of writer’s block.

The Review

This was a compelling and engaging nonfiction read. The author did an incredible job of infusing her unique sense of gentle humor and honesty into the book, tapping into her own personal experiences to showcase how she could continue driving new ideas and a renewed sense of creativity forward. The way the author could tap into the interactive part of this book was enthralling to see come to life as well, as readers are invited to put the practices of this book into their own work.

Yet the author’s balance between creative endeavors and an almost spiritual journey made this book sing. The book not only helps define what a muse is but showcases the common fears and beliefs that often hang over an author’s head and how brain waves and energy can impact the creative process if not processed correctly. The concept of writing being a creative and spiritual journey is such a unique idea, and the author thoroughly explores this in a way that draws readers and writers into the book more and more.

The Verdict

Remarkable, authentic, and enlightening author W.L. Hawkin’s “Writing with your Muse” is a must-read nonfiction book and self-help guide to writing. The heart and passion that drove this book are reflected beautifully in this narrative. The drive this book instills in the reader to put these practices into play in their own lives will keep readers coming back to this book repeatedly, very much in tune with other great books on writing like Stephen King’s “On Writing.” If you haven’t yet, be sure to grab your copy today!

Rating: 10/10

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About the Author

W. L. Hawkin writes adventurous cross-genre fiction charged with “myth, magic, and mayhem” from her home in the Pacific Northwest.

Her urban fantasy series, the Hollystone Mysteries, features a coven of Vancouver witches who solve murders using their wits, ritual magic, and a little help from the gods. To Charm a Killer, To Sleep with Stones, To Render a Raven, To Kill a King, and To Dance with Destiny, follow stage magician and Wicca high priest, Estrada, as he endeavors to save his friends while working through his own personal issues.

Her standalone novel, Lure: Jesse & Hawk (2022) won a National Indie Excellence Award, a Gold Reader’s Choice award from Connections E-magazine, a Crowned Heart Review from InD’tale Magazine, and placed as a finalist in The UK Wishing Shelf Book Awards. Lure is a small-town romantic suspense story set on a Chippewa Reservation in the American Midwest near the fictional town of Lure River.

As an intuitive writer, Wendy captures what she sees and hears on the page and allows her muses to guide her through the creative process. In an upcoming book, Writing with your Muse: a Guide to Creative Inspiration, she explains her writing process and offers tips and techniques to help writers get their words on the page.

Wendy is a book reviewer and publisher with a background in Indigenous Studies and Humanities. Born in Toronto, Canada, she completed a BA in Indigenous Studies at Trent University, then moved to B.C. where she completed diplomas in Humanities at SFU and taught high school for several years.

She also spent a year as a relief lighthouse keeper, enjoying the rugged isolation of the West Coast, and blogging her adventures at http://lifeonthebclights.blogspot.com Her experiences color “To Render a Raven.”

An introvert, Wendy does most of her musing while walking her yellow lab through the forested trails of B.C. “I continue to explore my ancestry, often in my writing. I love nature, history, archaeology, myths and magic, and feel I was born in the wrong century. If I could, I’d travel back in time to experience cultures long since changed or vanished.”

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Indigent Earth by Scott Overton Review

On January 13, 2024 By authoranthonyavinablogIn reviewsLeave a comment

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Years after Earth’s citizens fractured in the chaos of a ravaged planet, two people from different worlds find a conspiracy and a powerful secret that is sure to shape the course of human history in author Scott Overton’s “Indigent Earth”.

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The Synopsis

The crimes of the past—the perils of the future.

500 years ago, the world’s wealthiest abandoned a ravaged Earth and left billions to die of plagues and climate disasters. Now the space colonists plan to return.

Killian Morningcloud, a discontented Earth man from the stagnating communities known as Allocations, and Natira Celestia, a video celebrity of the off-world ruling class, are on a collision course. When they discover a secret that powerful people are desperate to hide, they face a brutal test of endurance and shattered dreams.

And their fire-and-water pairing will shape the course of the whole human race.

The Review

This was a genuinely gripping and thoughtful sci-fi epic. The balance the author struck with world-building and the unique mythology of this futuristic Earth with the heartfelt will-they, won’t-they romance between the two protagonists was incredible to see. The imagery infused into the author’s writing style made the futuristic Earth and the colony ships that return feel vibrant and alive on the page. The dynamics of the political divides both between Earth and the colonists, as well as within the colonies themselves, allowed the reader to feel the rich character development and tension that kept the grander aspects of the plot more grounded.

The true heart of this narrative rests in the strong themes the book explores. These themes included climate change, a study of class systems, and so much more. Seeing the significant differences in worldview between Killian and Natira was unique, as each saw the world and the universe differently. This also contributed to how the planet itself was treated and spoke to how we ourselves treat our planet as a whole.

The Verdict

Memorable, thoughtful, and captivating, author Scott Overton’s “Indigent Earth” is a must-read sci-fi epic novel. The balance of nature and our world’s connection to the greater universe as a whole and the transformative journey the two protagonists go on together makes this a compelling story that is not to be missed. Be sure to grab your copy today!

Rating: 10/10

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About the Author

With a long career as a radio morning show host, Scott’s first novel, the mystery/thriller Dead Air was set in the radio world (and shortlisted for a Northern Lit Award in Ontario, Canada). Since then he has taken the reader to even stranger places, including the human bloodstream in his SF novel debut The Primus Labyrinth, a science fiction thriller that reviews compare to Michael Crichton and Dan Brown. You’ll also enjoy the 2021 SF adventure Naïda, 2022’s psychological SF thriller The Dispossession of Dylan Knox, the cautionary 2022 SF thriller Augment Nation and 2023’s colonialism-themed SF adventure Indigent Earth. Scott’s short fiction has been published in many science fiction magazines and anthologies. Fifteen of his SF/fantasy short stories have been gathered in the collection BEYOND: Stories Beyond Time, Technology, and the Stars. Many more SF novels are on the way. A professional member of the Canadian Authors Association and SF Canada, Scott’s distractions from writing include scuba diving, music, and collector cars. He lives with his wife on a private island in Northern Ontario.

https://www.scottoverton.ca/

A Fifth of the Story by Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes Review

On January 13, 2024 By authoranthonyavinablogIn reviewsLeave a comment

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A CIA agent must race against the clock to stop a deadly attack on his country in author and Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes’s “A Fifth of the Story”.

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The Synopsis

What happens when you work for the highest security agency in the world but you can’t trust anyone? What if you returned from overseas to protect your country but the country didn’t protect you anymore? Find out what happens when three close friends return from fighting the enemy abroad and are faced with the greatest battles of their lives stateside. They try to stop their country and families from imploding before time runs out.

The Review

This was an adrenaline-fueled story that immediately became a hit espionage thriller. The atmosphere and character development in this story really captured the fun and thrill of the recent Netflix series The Night Agent, hitting on the tension buildup between the characters and the intense action scenes that highlight the threat the protagonist faces.

This novel did an extraordinary job of utilizing imagery to create an almost cinematic reading experience that brought the reader into this action-packed thriller. Yet the tense atmosphere as the protagonist struggled to find a way of protecting those closest to him and the nation he loves, as well as the mystery behind those involved in this conspiracy, made this story shine bright.

The Verdict

Memorable, intense, and entertaining author Dr. Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes’s “A Fifth of the Story” is a must-read action and espionage thriller that readers will love getting lost in. The twists and turns the story takes and the protagonist’s story of resilience and hope in the face of adversity make this a gripping tale. If you haven’t yet, be sure to grab your copy today.

Rating: 10/10

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About the Author

Dr. Katherine received her BA in English and a MA in Elementary Education at Adelphi University. She received her Doctorate of Education and Supervision at Arizona State University. Katherine taught for 8 years before moving to the principalship of K-8 and K-6 schools for approximately 10 years. She has served as a freelance writer for various magazines including, Church Weekly, Prom Guide and Glendale Magazine. When Katherine isn’t working as counselor or writing curriculum she loves painting and photography. Some of her work in art, poetry and short stories has been distinguished by awards including the New York Mayor’s contribution to the arts Award, Outstanding Resident Artist of Arizona and the Foundations Awards at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference. She also runs recreationally, coordinates fitness boot-camps for women and has a black belt in Taekwondo. Katherine loves speaking to groups delivering her messages with quick wit and real-life stories. She has been involved in church ministry for 18 years leading women’s ministry, teaching, playing piano, singing, and teaching liturgical dance.

https://www.drkatherinehayes.com/

Courage: Find Your Fire and Ignite Action in Your Life by Glenda Benevides Review

On January 12, 2024 By authoranthonyavinablogIn reviewsLeave a comment

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Author Glenda Benevides shares the lessons and experiences in her life that led to the power of courage and self-transformation in the book “Courage: Find Your Fire and Ignite Action in Your Life”.

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The Synopsis

If you are alive and breathing, you are growing no matter what you believe or what is happening.

“Who am I?”

Ask yourself this ever-evolving, truth-seeking question every day and ponder it with curiosity. Embracing yourself as you are is a key factor in being able to move anything forward in this world as an empowered manifestation of the honest YOU.

Take the time to step back and reevaluate your life. This action will support your efforts to embrace your own thoughts, inspirations, and honest desires and sort out the inner monologue that is working against you. Look at your own truth and intentionally let go of others’ opinions.

The walls of fear take the wind out of the sails of courage. Own what are truly your feelings. Speak up and speak out with passion and fervor, and love who you are.

The Review

The journey of self-discovery has never felt more alive and driven. The author does a superb job of writing in a way that speaks to the essence of transformation and resilience that we experience throughout our lives. The inspiration and hope the author brings to this book will keep readers engaged and motivated in their journey.

The use of personal stories and the theme of courage really speaks to the authenticity and vulnerability that the author had in expressing her own story. The work that goes into sharing the importance of making connections with others and the need to balance our needs in life with the personal desires we all have allowed the reader to both connect with the author and become motivated to do the work themselves.

The Verdict

Authentically motivated, heartfelt, and engaging author Glenda Benevides’s “Courage” is a must-read nonfiction and motivational read. The author’s journey’s quick pace yet powerful impact will speak volumes to readers about the power behind courage. If you haven’t yet, be sure to get your own copy of this incredible book today!

Rating: 10/10

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About the Author

Glenda Benevides an award winning, Recording Academy Voting Member, GRAMMY® considered artist is tireless when it comes to inspiring others to embrace their strength, listen to their heart, chart their course, feel inspired and dive into musical emotion. Like a wild tent revival preacher, Glenda’s sermon is empowerment, enlightenment and building bridges of understanding, all wrapped in powerful self-expression and freedom, that moves you from the head to the feet!

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7iEMzMaMTNsw7uw1Ivq59S

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