The authors encourage "thoughtful impulsiveness" in their guide to exploring retirement activities and options. The book is highly reader-friendly and very easy to follow. The Gussins both had highly demanding jobs in the field of science and medicine and opted to explore other avenues during a...

Nick O’Reilly was a lawyer at a prominent law firm, Williams Gardner & Schmidt, where he had an excellent reputation and future. When the firm decided to take on a few pro-bono cases to better its reputation, Nick was assigned a domestic violence case. Nick...

Paul Turner was raised in an Independent Fundamental Baptist home. Apparently, the denomination is strongly against Christian music. This puzzles me; I’d prefer that my children listen to Christian music rather than secular. However, I imagine they are against that too. I grew up listening...

Coot McCord destroyed his family by devoting his life to searching for lost gold on the family ranch, The Lost Nugget. In his will, he offers his grandsons a share of the ranch, thousands of acres, if they stay on the ranch and continue to...

This is a very interesting and fast-paced tale about good versus evil. The writing is fluid and keeps you going. A young girl witnessed the horrible death of her parents at the hands of the king. The mother was a trusted sorcerer in the king’s...

Sylvia Price was a former police officer turned private eye. She and her partner, Denim, worked closely together until he retired due to an injury. When she begins investigating a missing engagement ring/murder, she pulls Denim into the investigation. Sylvia’s former partner on the police...

Gomez Porter agrees to become part of an experimental drug test. He has no idea what type of medicine he is taking. He is asked to keep a daily blog to assist the doctors in watching for odd behavior. Porter becomes a little concerned when...

Nana is a remarkable grandmother that refuses to fit the mold. She does all kinds of amazing things such as becoming a detective. Nana’s daughter keeps talking about a retirement home but none of that for Nana. “While the children had no idea what Nana...

"A Special Fish For Jonah: Because God Has A Job For Everyone" by Andy McGuire is a delightful retelling of the story of Jonah. McGuire took an original approach in his book. He tells the story from the fishs` point of view. The illustrations are...

Clara is a romance novelist who dedicates her book to “The Real Magic Dragon.” Clara leads a quiet unassuming life until the KGB knocks on her door demanding information concerning Magic Dragon. They think her book contains a hidden message for a CIA operative, Jack...

T. Roy Nakai was born in an American Concentration camp. He was raised with the traditions of his heritage. The past would have defeated many, but it strengthened Nakai. He was a successful student, athlete and professional. A tragedy changed his life. With the assistance...

When I saw the title of this cookbook, I knew it was going to be wonderful. The Amish are known for their simplicity, home cooking, love of family, and dedication to God. This book did not disappoint me. It more than met my expectations. For...

David Quinn has developed an historical accounting that grabs the reader and relates history while also conveying the human emotional elements that surely accompanied the actual event. The story details the doomed voyage of the seven-masted sailing ship The Thomas W. Lawson on its maiden Atlantic...

Gloria Mayweather, out of money and a job, had a baby to take care of and one option left. She returned home to the baby’s father, only Jake does not know he has a son. He is a detective on the police force and in...

This story is refreshing and completely new in concept and legend. The details of the worlds created in this story are unique and beautiful, with a great plot. The characters are so vividly described, down to the places they go, the language, food and even...

While walking along the coastal beach on holiday with her family, Karen finds an old green bronze mirror. Fascinated with the history of the Roman Empire, she is pulled back in time, through the magic of the mirror, to the age of Roman Britain in...

"Taking Charge of Your Own Health" is for everyone. Lisa Hall encourages readers to take responsibility for their own health. She saw many doctors and had as many misdiagnoses. Thirty seven doctors later, she was correctly diagnosed. Using her experience, Lisa Hall offers readers invaluable...

"Writers and Their Notebooks", edited by Diana Raab, was a pleasure to read, insightful and refreshing. Experienced writers,new writers,those that want to write,and people just looking for motivation will find this book exhilarating. If you`re writing a book and are in a slump, read this...

This tiny book is 117 pages of commonsense investing. The purpose of this book is to teach the principles of investing. The authors suggest greed is the biggest danger to investors. This book is to the point, with simple rules. • Diversifying broadly over different types...

This review is on the audio book of: Martin Luther King, Jr., on Leadership: Inspiration and Wisdom for Challenging Times. Author Donald T. Phillips offers listeners both a biographical look at Martin Luther King, Jr. and a look a King’s leadership style. Listeners will be...