Category: Inspiration

“Battle Angel” by Colleen Millsteed

April 10, 2023

Sorrow, heartache, and battling relentless demons can, unfortunately, tear a woman down. She can feel bogged down by the adversity that seems to come at her in all directions. But she must raise her fists and summon her inner strength to rise above and overcome her plight. This compelling collection of soul-stirring, empowering poems have been written to inspire you and pull you out of your proverbial rut. In moments of pure agony, do the most loving thing possible and wrap yourself in love, straighten your crown, and let these poems unleash the goddess within. … More “Battle Angel” by Colleen Millsteed

“People Suck: A Cheat Code for Introverts” by Mark Drolsbaugh

April 3, 2023

Do you find yourself endlessly turned away from big crowds and intimidating presentations? Does the thought of hosting a party make you want to run for the hills? The author of “People Suck,” fellow introvert Mark Drolsbaugh, has written a clever and hilariously candid guide for readers to refer to as they stop rejecting and start embracing life as they were meant to live it—as an introvert. The book is chock-full of valuable tips and tricks to lessen the anxiety of being in social situations, utilizing improvisation techniques, and recognizing the need for solo time to recharge. … More “People Suck: A Cheat Code for Introverts” by Mark Drolsbaugh

“The Science of Getting Rich for Women” by Sara Connell

March 29, 2023

Are you a woman standing at a crossroads, not sure of where to go in life? Have you suffered hardship and want to make life better? Then look no further than “The Science of Getting Rich for Women” by Sara Connell. Filled with a variety of ways to manifest and attract abundance into your life, the stories of women who worked their way up to success offer inspiration, ideas, and guidance along the way. … More “The Science of Getting Rich for Women” by Sara Connell

“How to Love Yourself” by Rachel Madorsky

March 15, 2023

We’ve all heard that you cannot pour from an empty cup – well, think of your heart as your cup; every time you nurture yourself with kindness and compassion, you pour, and before you know it, it is full to the brim! That being said, practicing self-love can be a completely foreign concept, but fear not! Rachel Madorsky, LCSW, has created this charming book to give you a starting point so you can become your biggest fan in less than a week. … More “How to Love Yourself” by Rachel Madorsky

Meet the Author! A Conversation with Heather Shtuka, Author of “Missing from Me”

January 2, 2023

Heather Shtuka was an ordinary daughter, wife, friend and mother of three beautiful children.  In between all these titles, she went to school, played sports, made friends, skinned knees, had first kisses, butterflies, broken hearts, adventures, a career, a wedding and three uneventful but deeply moving births. A perfectly imperfect life, one of her own making.   Until February 17, 2018, when she received the notification that her first born and only son, Ryan was missing from Sun Peaks, B.C.  She waved goodbye to him only two months earlier as he left on his own to work a seasonal position in the ski resort, 9 ½ hours away, never imagining this would be the last time she would see him. … More Meet the Author! A Conversation with Heather Shtuka, Author of “Missing from Me”

“The Little Coach Engine That Could Because It Stopped Sabotaging Itself” by Hillary Saffran

December 1, 2022

Author Hillary Saffran writes from the perspective of her own life experience as she specifically reaches out to new coaches, therapists and/or healers who have recently received their certification or degree and completed their training, ready to embark on their own. Whether starting their own business, or building their own clientele, it is a scary hill to climb. Stating that even if all the furniture, toys, guides, and programing are done, there is so, so much more to getting over the hill than might meet the eye.

Based on the beloved children’s book “The Little Engine That Could” by Watty Piper, Saffran’s “The Little Coach Engine That Could Because It Stopped Sabotaging Itself” is a cute, but effective take on this beloved tale. … More “The Little Coach Engine That Could Because It Stopped Sabotaging Itself” by Hillary Saffran

“Forged by Fire” by Mila Grigg

November 21, 2022

Adversity is a part of the human experience; none of us come out of it unscathed, but it’s what we learn from it—the level of resiliency we build that determines if we will sink or swim. After being blindsided by the horrific financial charges against her husband, the then amateur entrepreneur Mila Grigg shares with readers how she weathered the storm and came out on top. In her highly regarded self-help book “Forged by Fire: How to Create an Unstoppable Brand,” Mila proves she is the ultimate expert on how to build your brand—a brand that will stand the test of time. Through controlling your narrative, greeting the world with authenticity, and an unwavering drive to share your unique gifts, the writing teaches you to hone these skills and watch as your personal and professional brand flourishes. … More “Forged by Fire” by Mila Grigg

Meet the Author! A Conversation with Ray Catania – Author of “The Atheist and the Afterlife”

October 24, 2022

Today Author Ray Catania visits Reader Views to talk about his book, “The Atheist and the Afterlife,” his autobiography of his spiritual awakening. Learn how he went from being an atheist to finding spiritual and scientific evidence of an afterlife and so much more. … More Meet the Author! A Conversation with Ray Catania – Author of “The Atheist and the Afterlife”

“Lonely Lines” by Freya O’Brien

October 16, 2022

“Lonely Lines” by Freya O’Brien is a collection of poetry sharing one woman’s journey through a troubled home life and emotional issues in adulthood. The pain of heartbreak, the scary world of living with a mental illness, and the prison of addiction. The poems are written in consecutive order, starting from a painful childhood to an adulthood of healing and growth. There are also some poems in between about pregnancy and motherhood, but does not indicate if the author had a child shortly after she left home and endured painful relationships or if this stage of her life happened after she finds peace at the end. … More “Lonely Lines” by Freya O’Brien