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40-40: 40 Years of Career Life Advice in 40 Minutes by Michael Allen Bell 40-40: 40 Years of Career Life Advice in 40 Minutes is over 40 years of succinct insights and career advice packed into one small quick-read book. Short but meaningful tips and explanations on: •Project dynamics •Persuasion •Consensus •Conflict •Patterns to achieve success •Detecting false reasoning •Mistakes to avoid •Meeting leadership expectations •Overcoming challenges •Words of encouragement •Wisdom for the long haul •Constructive thinking leading to positive outcomes …And much more! This book will help you make good and do good. Michael Allen Bell is a cybersecurity risk advisor, application developer, and computer science instructor with over forty years of professional and academic experience. Among his specialties are knowledge engineering for harnessing human intelligence for decision making software assist to aid expert analysts. He has a bachelor’s in mathematics and a master’s in computer science, where he specialized in software project effort estimation. In off hours he delights in family time, and is an avid history and meteorology buff. AMAZON https://www.beta4helps.com/ http://www.KingPagesPress.com http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/4325kpp2.mp3

DEBORAH RUDELL Grit & Grace: The Transformation of a Ship & a Soul by Deborah Rudell "Engaging and informative, with moments of great excitement—but also disturbing and weighted with angst." —Kirkus Reviews Deborah Rudell’s world unravels when the leaders of her spiritual commune are exposed, arrested, and imprisoned for bioterrorism and attempted murder. Crushed and adrift, she moves her family off the commune to create a sense of normalcy. But when her husband seeks an opportunity to dismantle and rebuild a derelict fifty-foot schooner, Deborah uproots their children once again and joins him in Kauai. For the next five years, she dedicates her life to restoring a boat. Pouring herself into the work at hand can only distract her so much as disillusionment about the cult’s lies and manipulation slowly rises to the surface. While she grapples with emotional turmoil and contemplates a new life path, Deborah sets out to accomplish something she never thought possible: sailing across the Pacific to the Olympic Peninsula. Will the dangers that come with navigating the ocean be too much to bear, or will she find resolution and fortitude in the turbulent adventure? Grit & Grace: The Transformation of a Ship & a Soul is one woman’s account of conquering overwhelming challenges with tenacity and ingenuity and ultimately discovering her inner strength. A college professor in San Diego, California, Deborah Rudell participates in her city’s vibrant writing community. She is a graduate of Hay House Writer’s Workshop and the Certificate in Memoir Writing program at San Diego Writers, Ink. Her work has been published in the International Memoir Writers Association’s anthology, Shaking the Tree: I Didn't See That One Coming. Deborah lives with her black cat in a tiny house built in 1906 by a retired sea captain, who carved a sailing ship into the front door. This is her first book. https://www.amazon.com/Grit-Grace-Transformation-Ship-Soul-ebook/dp/B0DN3B7LV7 https://www.deborahrudell.com/ http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/4325drtr.mp3

World Peace of Glory and Senses by Magic Mason Schools have taught us that humans only have five senses. But revolutionary thinker Magic Mason proposed that instead of five, humans have nine senses. This revolutionary idea, as proposed by Mason, should be taught at all levels in school. He believes that with enough learning and research, people will be able to find ways to satisfy these nine senses and lead satisfactory lives, leading to a safer and sated society. Included in this book is the concept of one language-the language of the world. Here, Mason champions the idea of having only one world language to avoid misunderstandings. He proposed to have this integrated in the different curricula around the world. Another portion of the book also tackles about architecture and design-from foundation to roof plan. World Peace of Glory and Senses is a cornucopia of subjects-from psychology, to linguistics, to architecture. Magic Mason (Majid Khodabandeh) was born in Tehran, Iran, moved to Germany in 1985 and moved to the United States in 1989. He is a U.S. Citizen. He has traveled all over the world and has published several books. He studied construction Management at Northern Kentucky University and earned a Master of Public Administration. Majid is working on his PhD. in General Psychology. He was married and now divorced. He is a sales specialist in big retail stores. Also, a talented painter. He likes to write and build houses or additional rooms. He has designed houses and is an inventor and has two utility patents, one is a political chess game and the other is the super bed. Author of a number of books including "World Peace of Glory and Senses" https://www.amazon.com/World-Peace-Glory-Senses-Magic/dp/B0DP1DTBJH https://mostimportantbooksforyourlife.com/ http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/4325mm.mp3

The Next Generation of Authentic Italian Cooking by Marisa Catanzaro Next Generation of Authentic Italian Cooking delves into chef Marisa Catanzaro’s Italian heritage, a legacy handed down by her ancestors. It encapsulates not just where she came from but also the essence of who she is and the way of life she embodies. This cookbook, filled with mouth-watering dishes, stands out, as it preserves the essence of Catanzaro’s life through the art of authentic Italian cooking. About the author: Marisa Catanzaro’s hobbies include cooking, skiing, and gardening herbs and vegetables. She has two grandchildren, Giana and Gino. She was a professional baker in Canada, worked with professional chefs in New Jersey, and owned her own seafood restaurant in New Jersey. Giana Marone (Marisa’s grand-daughter) I started cooking with my noni so I could learn more about food and share these meals with others. Another reason I decided to cook time w/ noni is so I can spend quality time with her. My inspiration to start cooking with noni is so that I can start cooking a wide variety with my family and friends, and one day pass them down to the next generation. AMAZON https://www.marisacooks.com/ https://www.facebook.com/marisaccooks/ http://www.KingPagesPress.com http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/4325kpp1.mp3

Personal Reflections in Praising God: Unleashing Divine Power Through Scripture by Debra Robinson Debra Robinson grew up in a world with little love, and she had no idea what love really was. She experienced a critical, condemning, and heartbreaking childhood, coming close to committing suicide. God transformed her life and helped her overcome that early trauma, giving her hope and purpose. In Personal Reflections in Praising God, she shares parts of her life story, telling how God performed many miracles throughout the years. Robinson journeys through the alphabet and showcases verses that praise and worship God. From A to Z, this collection features more than 2,450 verses and 38 translations of God's word. In this compilation, Robinson details how, through scripture, He provides guidance and direction to live the best life, including steps to receiving eternal life. She reveals how falling in love with God and applying His principles daily will help you grow, find contentment and happiness, and become a changed person. AMAZON https://authordebrarobinson.com/ http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/4325dramg.mp3

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The Career that Dripped with Horror: Remembered by John Stanley In print for the first time: The detailed history of how horror hosts Bob Wilkins and John Stanley "rose from the dead" in 1999 and began making special appearances in the San Francisco Bay Area, attracting those who grew up watching them as well as a whole new generation of fans. You'll encounter such colorful characters as Will "The Thrill" Viharo, his wife Monica ("Tiki Goddess"), Erik Lobo, who rose up to become horror host Mr. Lobo, Bay Area producer Bob Johnson, Lord Blood-Rah, Miss Misery, Elvira, and countless others! CLOSE ENCOUNTERS WITH ... THE LEGACY OF STAR WARS : Meet Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, Billy Dee Williams and Frank Oz. THE LEGENDS OF SUPERMAN: Meet Sarah Douglas (left) as villainous Ursa. Plus Supermen Christopher Reeve and Dean Cain; and the Loise Lane Gang FANTASY AUTHORS SURPREME: Ray Bradbury, Robert "Psycho" Bloch and Steven King. AND MORE! Marvel legend Stan Lee, Batman Adam West and Robin Burt Ward, TV's Spider-man Nicholas Hammond! PLUS: Start Trek! Flash Gordon! Creature from the Black Lagoon! Alien! Buck Rogers! And Conan himself, Arnold Schwarzenegger! For 33 years John Stanley was an entertainment writer for the San Francisco Chronicle, covering the leading movie and TV personalities from the 1960s through the early 1990s. During that time, he was also host of "Creature Features," an extremely popular Saturday night series in the Bay Area that ran for 14 years. (His predecessor, Bob Wilkins, hosted from 1971-1978.) He has produced many DVDS featuring material from his "Creature Features" shows as well as a documentary about film noir expert Eddie Muller And now, "Creature Features" host John Stanley crashes You Tube with a channel featuring interviews with major stars of science-fiction and horror movies and series. THE YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https.//www.youtube.com/@CreatureFeatures80 AMAZON https://www.stanleybooks.net/ https://www.urlinkpublishing.com/ http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/32725tba3.mp3

The Gabriel Chronicles: Book -1: The Beginning by Dennis Flannery This is the epic story of Alexander Gabriel, a brilliant 43-year-old investment broker, who, following a skiing accident, finds himself inexplicably hurled back thirty-five years in time and forced to begin his life over as an eight-year-old. Being fore-armed with an immense knowledge of the future investment world, Alex soon recognizes his incredible potential for amassing a vast fortune. His new life proceeds with few difficulties for over 2 decades. Then things start to go horribly wrong. Acts of betrayal, murder and Islamic terror shatter Alex Gabriel's world and thrust him toward his ultimate destiny. He begins using his infinite wealth to radically alter the world. He and his council of intellectuals, using economic manipulation and extraordinary weapons, take over the world's governments. The newly formed World Guidance Council's goal is to forge a world devoid of the multitude of horrors that are rapidly consuming this planet. THE GABRIEL CHRONICLES is a fascinating topical story with unusual and thought-provoking solutions for today's major problems of terrorism, worldwide corruption, crime and over population. Dennis Flannery was born and raised in Inglewood, California. For the past 40 years, he and his wife Zelia have lived on a small cattle ranch just outside of Bend in central Oregon. Together they have traveled the world and enjoyed its wonders and diverse beauty. But they have also witnessed the staggering inequities caused by corrupt and inept governments. They have observed the unbelievable poverty and appalling living conditions in which large percentage of the world’s population are forced to live. The daily news around the world is a constant reminder of how our beautiful planet is on the verge of being destroyed by over population and power-hungry despots who have risen to power and now threaten the world with life-ending weapons. These eye-opening experiences prompted Dennis to write these four novels. To suggest a possible way to right the multitude of wrongs presently consuming the planet Earth https://www.amazon.com/Gabriel-Chronicles-Book-1-Beginning-ebook/dp/B0DMKWP1PP ​The Gabriel Chronicles/Dennis Flannery https://www.primixpublishing.com/ http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/32725tba1.mp3

SILAS TONEY AUDIO ONLY/NO VIDEO Seasons: The Beautiful Transition by Silas Toney Silas Toney’s book, Seasons: The Beautiful Transition, captures the essence of change and how it shapes our lives. Through poetic verses, Toney asks readers to reflect on what each season has to teach us. What wisdom does winter pass to spring? How does the fleeting glory of autumn prepare us for the winter ahead? Toney’s vivid imagery and poignant reflections create a tapestry of inspiration, rooted in the understanding that every phase of life, no matter how painful or joyous, holds a purpose. Born in Sumter, South Carolina, Silas Toney is no stranger to the ebb and flow of life's experiences. The youngest of nine children, Toney was not initially drawn to books. As a child, he wondered about the magic of writing—how authors could craft so many words and what gave them their weight. Many years later, Toney not only found his voice but also began pondering the "weight" of words in a deeply personal way. Through the metaphor of the seasons, Toney offers readers a unique journey, guiding them to discover the beauty and wisdom in life’s transitions. Whether it’s the harsh yet reflective winter or the hopeful dawn of spring, each season plays its part in the grand narrative of life, encouraging us to embrace change with grace and purpose. https://www.amazon.com/Seasons-Beautiful-Transition/dp/1645521648/ref=monarch_sidesheet https://www.ecpublishingllc.com/ https://silastoneybooks.com/ http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/32725stec.mp3

Breaking Through the Clouds by Marlene Burling God has taken Marlene through many times of loss, pain and grief as well as disappointments and heartaches. Her desire for this book is that as she shares what God has done in her life, it will be an encouragement and help to those experiencing similar situations. John 10:10 continues to be her theme verse, as it was in her devotionals, "The thief comes to steal, to kill and destroy; I am come that you might have life; and that you might have it more abundantly." Satan is always trying to destroy our relationship with our Lord, but Jesus is greater than he and Jesus is the one who can help us "break through any cloud" that may be surrounding us and give us that abundant life that he wants us to live. Marlene is a widow. She was married to her pastor husband for 51 years. She has 3 children, 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Besides this book, she has written two 365-day devotionals: "Morning Walks with God," and "A Daily Walk with God." She writes a weekly blog on her website (marleneburling.com), and posts on her face book page (Marlene Burling). She has developed a workshop for widows and others who have suffered the loss of a loved one, which is titled, "There is Life After Loss." She co-leads a Grief Share program at her church, and teaches a Bible study in her ladies community group which meets in her Amazon https://marleneburling.com/ https://www.urlinkpublishing.com/ http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/32025mb1url.mp3 Morning Walks with God A Daily Walk with God Grandma Tell Me the Easter Story https://marleneburling.com/

Dear God, My Life Is in Jeopardy by Tom Covino Dear God, My Life is in Jeopardy follows Evelyn Dawson as she strives to win the TV show Jeopardy! in front of some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. The story aims to make the readers think and re-evaluate what they might have thought were the right answers to some of life’s deepest questions. Tom Covino currently lives in San Antonio, TX, with his Christian wife, Jennifer, and two daughters, Gwen and Aubrey. Tom came from a background of not believing in God or Jesus Christ. He found himself desperately searching for God in order to find the truth about life and answer his questions: Why was he born? What happens to him when he dies? And everything in between. https://www.amazon.com/Dear-God-My-Life-Jeopardy/dp/B0DK6F25W3 http://www.ReadersMagnet.com http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/32025tcrm.mp3

Today Was A Good Day: A Collection of Essays From The Heart Of A Neurosurgeon by Edward Benzel, M.D. Today Was A Good Day: A Collection of Essays From the Heart of a Neurosurgeon features many topics that pertain to how neurosurgeons interact with others and how each of us can use introspection to modify how we are using tools and strategies such as empathy, respect, stress management and much more. This book provides insights into leadership, effective communication and fulfillment from the perspective of a neurosurgeon, and it causes the reader to think about and consider the many attributes of a leader. We all want to have a good day. This book provides strategies for achieving just that. After all, we should strive to make who we are a better version of ourselves than the prior version Edward Benzel is a human being who happens to be a neurosurgeon. He is a past chairman of neurosurgery and currently the Emeritus Chair of neurosurgery at the Cleveland Clinic. He is Editor in Chief of World Neurosurgery (an international neurosurgery journal), which provides hm with a window to the audience of the world. Via this book, he is able to provide his monthly lessons to neurosurgeons and non-neurosurgeons alike, https://www.edbenzel.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Today-Was-Good-Day-Neurosurgeon/dp/B0CT9ZY95H https://www.urlinkpublishing.com/ http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/32025tba3.mp3

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