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The Perpetual Paycheck
5 Secrets to Getting a Job, Keeping a Job, and Earning Income for Life in the Loyalty-Free Workplace
Lori B. Rassas
2020 Silver Medal
Audio Book
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Non-Fiction - Audiobook
Reviewed by Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite
The Perpetual Paycheck: 5 Secrets to Getting a Job, Keeping a Job, and Earning Income for Life in the Loyalty-Free Workplace by Lori B. Rassas is a self-help book for those who are looking for a financially secure future. This is a book for everyone, regardless of what stage they are at in their career. The author shares information and secrets that will help people find jobs that suit their aptitude, do better at their job to score a promotion, solidify their job, and even switch between industries with ease. The author shares five approaches that can help people get what they want in their career. She provides ideas that can be applied to any person, any industry, and any job. With this book, the author believes you can have the secure future you need.
Ed Robertson is a smart narrator. While his enunciation is great, it is the way he delivers the narrative that made this audiobook enjoyable for me. He takes his time to make sure the audience understands the concept and allows them to digest it before moving on. He adds life to the already interesting narrative and that is the biggest compliment I can give him. Before reading this book, I had no idea what a loyalty-free workplace is. This is a highly educational book, one that shares a lot of information that is very helpful and empowering at the same time. The ideas and tips Lori B. Rassas provides are realistic and easy to adopt in the real world. She doesn’t just give you the advice to follow; she tells readers why it is important, how it works and what you will get out of it. The Perpetual Paycheck is very easy to listen to! I think it will prove to be a great help for newbies.
The Perpetual Paycheck: 5 Secrets to Getting a Job, Keeping a Job, and Earning Income for Life in the Loyalty-Free Workplace by Lori B. Rassas is a self-help book for those who are looking for a financially secure future. This is a book for everyone, regardless of what stage they are at in their career. The author shares information and secrets that will help people find jobs that suit their aptitude, do better at their job to score a promotion, solidify their job, and even switch between industries with ease. The author shares five approaches that can help people get what they want in their career. She provides ideas that can be applied to any person, any industry, and any job. With this book, the author believes you can have the secure future you need.
Ed Robertson is a smart narrator. While his enunciation is great, it is the way he delivers the narrative that made this audiobook enjoyable for me. He takes his time to make sure the audience understands the concept and allows them to digest it before moving on. He adds life to the already interesting narrative and that is the biggest compliment I can give him. Before reading this book, I had no idea what a loyalty-free workplace is. This is a highly educational book, one that shares a lot of information that is very helpful and empowering at the same time. The ideas and tips Lori B. Rassas provides are realistic and easy to adopt in the real world. She doesn’t just give you the advice to follow; she tells readers why it is important, how it works and what you will get out of it. The Perpetual Paycheck is very easy to listen to! I think it will prove to be a great help for newbies.
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Managing Bubbie
Russel Lazega
2020 Gold Medal
Audio Book
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Non-Fiction - Audiobook
Reviewed by Romuald Dzemo for Readers' Favorite
Managing Bubbie by Russel Lazega is a captivating, spellbinding story that follows a family’s journey as it struggles to manage one of theirs — the elderly Lea Bubbie. The story is so wonderfully told and the setting comes out clearly through the narrative. The reader is transported to what life was like in Miami in the 1980s. This is a story that also takes the reader back to the Holocaust days to learn what it meant to survive the horrors of that heartbreaking historical evil. The author combines wit with humor to give readers a satisfying reading and listening experience. Readers will be immediately drawn to the characters and Bubbie is one heck of a character. As one listens to the story and gets to know her stubbornness, one also gets a glimpse of an intelligence and a wisdom accumulated through the gritty path of grueling experience.
The narrative voice is beautiful and the audio is so masterfully done that the characters’ roles come across distinctly. The dialogues are impeccable and the reader will enjoy the witticism, the humor, and all the fun that comes alongside the gripping story. Just the opening lines had me hooked and laughing, and the Yiddish accent is unmistakably woven into the dialogues, reflecting the history and culture of the characters. “It was the last thing she said to me before I left for college. ‘I vant you should write these tings down,’ she told me. ‘Mine stories — mine life — I vant you should make a book from these tings, a book to tell vhat I did to bring mine children here to this country.’” Reading the conversations and the story is enjoyable, but listening to it is far more fun. Russel Lazega’s memoir is an exciting story that is as enjoyable as a memoir of this nature can be. Managing Bubbie will have you laughing and crying throughout the rollicking ride.
Managing Bubbie by Russel Lazega is a captivating, spellbinding story that follows a family’s journey as it struggles to manage one of theirs — the elderly Lea Bubbie. The story is so wonderfully told and the setting comes out clearly through the narrative. The reader is transported to what life was like in Miami in the 1980s. This is a story that also takes the reader back to the Holocaust days to learn what it meant to survive the horrors of that heartbreaking historical evil. The author combines wit with humor to give readers a satisfying reading and listening experience. Readers will be immediately drawn to the characters and Bubbie is one heck of a character. As one listens to the story and gets to know her stubbornness, one also gets a glimpse of an intelligence and a wisdom accumulated through the gritty path of grueling experience.
The narrative voice is beautiful and the audio is so masterfully done that the characters’ roles come across distinctly. The dialogues are impeccable and the reader will enjoy the witticism, the humor, and all the fun that comes alongside the gripping story. Just the opening lines had me hooked and laughing, and the Yiddish accent is unmistakably woven into the dialogues, reflecting the history and culture of the characters. “It was the last thing she said to me before I left for college. ‘I vant you should write these tings down,’ she told me. ‘Mine stories — mine life — I vant you should make a book from these tings, a book to tell vhat I did to bring mine children here to this country.’” Reading the conversations and the story is enjoyable, but listening to it is far more fun. Russel Lazega’s memoir is an exciting story that is as enjoyable as a memoir of this nature can be. Managing Bubbie will have you laughing and crying throughout the rollicking ride.
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Football Flyboy
Lisa Reinicke
2019 Finalist
Audio Book
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Non-Fiction - Audiobook
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
Football Flyboy is a collection of non-fiction materials compiled by author Lisa Reinicke which chronicles the life of a single person: Bill “Buster” Cannon, the flyboy of the work’s title. In this audiobook format, the content is performed by the author, Lisa Reinicke, and also Richard Rieman. As a member of the Greatest Generation, Buster was a brave soul who worked as hard at his relationships with other people as he did at fighting the good fight. The story takes us through his personal letters as well as those interesting members of his family and the community which he helped to shape after the war was won.
Author Lisa Reinicke compiles her data well to give a non-fiction story the almost fictional qualities of a wonderful, daring war hero tale at the same time. This is a nostalgic piece full of good things which is sure to warm the hearts of those who were around at the time. For those new to the topic of the Greatest Generation, Football Flyboy gives hope that there was plenty of light at the end of the terrible tunnel which the Second World War created.
In terms of narrative quality, author Lisa Reinicke reads her content confidently and with a lot of heart. I found Richard Rieman’s voice to be engaging and the combination of the two really helped to separate Buster as his own character who leapt off the page every time he came to life. The narration was also well edited and of perfect listening quality. Overall, Football Flyboy is of a high quality and a recommended audiobook.
Football Flyboy is a collection of non-fiction materials compiled by author Lisa Reinicke which chronicles the life of a single person: Bill “Buster” Cannon, the flyboy of the work’s title. In this audiobook format, the content is performed by the author, Lisa Reinicke, and also Richard Rieman. As a member of the Greatest Generation, Buster was a brave soul who worked as hard at his relationships with other people as he did at fighting the good fight. The story takes us through his personal letters as well as those interesting members of his family and the community which he helped to shape after the war was won.
Author Lisa Reinicke compiles her data well to give a non-fiction story the almost fictional qualities of a wonderful, daring war hero tale at the same time. This is a nostalgic piece full of good things which is sure to warm the hearts of those who were around at the time. For those new to the topic of the Greatest Generation, Football Flyboy gives hope that there was plenty of light at the end of the terrible tunnel which the Second World War created.
In terms of narrative quality, author Lisa Reinicke reads her content confidently and with a lot of heart. I found Richard Rieman’s voice to be engaging and the combination of the two really helped to separate Buster as his own character who leapt off the page every time he came to life. The narration was also well edited and of perfect listening quality. Overall, Football Flyboy is of a high quality and a recommended audiobook.
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Steering Through It
Navigating Life-Threatening Illness Acceptance, Survival and Healing
Lynn McLaughlin
2019 Honorable Mention
Audio Book
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Non-Fiction - Audiobook
Reviewed by Romuald Dzemo for Readers' Favorite
Steering Through It: Navigating Life-Threatening Illness, Acceptance, Survival and Healing is a powerful book by Lynn McLaughlin with beautiful illustrations by Sari Richter. It is a book on dealing with life-threatening illnesses. The news wasn't anything the author had expected and it was shocking when the doctors informed her of an abnormal lesion, a brain tumor the size of a golf ball, growing in her left temporal lobe. Apart from the uncertainty defining her future, the author couldn't help worrying about protecting the people she loved from being worried about her. How would she tell her three teenage children about the situation? How would she break the news to Ken, her police officer husband? Follow her tale of survival, courage, and healing as she seeks answers, connects more meaningfully with family, and finds hope on a very difficult journey.
Marnye Young does an impeccable job as the narrator. Her voice is clear, the intonation perfect, and the punctuation executed for the intended dramatic effect on listeners. I was absorbed from the very first moment with the announcement of the sad news, and the narrator's voice allows the reader to feel the shock and the sense of uncertainty: “I had no idea what the future held — whether I would be alive for one more day, or even for another hour.”
The author takes readers through each day of her journey as she makes journal entries. The writing is poignant, emotionally rich, and filled with insight. Lynn McLaughlin teaches readers how to cope with life-threatening illnesses and how to find the courage to change the situation into one that allows us to create more meaningful connections, deepen our emotional and spiritual health, and redefine our purpose. Steering Through It is filled with lessons for both people with difficult illnesses and loved ones; a rare gift of love.
Steering Through It: Navigating Life-Threatening Illness, Acceptance, Survival and Healing is a powerful book by Lynn McLaughlin with beautiful illustrations by Sari Richter. It is a book on dealing with life-threatening illnesses. The news wasn't anything the author had expected and it was shocking when the doctors informed her of an abnormal lesion, a brain tumor the size of a golf ball, growing in her left temporal lobe. Apart from the uncertainty defining her future, the author couldn't help worrying about protecting the people she loved from being worried about her. How would she tell her three teenage children about the situation? How would she break the news to Ken, her police officer husband? Follow her tale of survival, courage, and healing as she seeks answers, connects more meaningfully with family, and finds hope on a very difficult journey.
Marnye Young does an impeccable job as the narrator. Her voice is clear, the intonation perfect, and the punctuation executed for the intended dramatic effect on listeners. I was absorbed from the very first moment with the announcement of the sad news, and the narrator's voice allows the reader to feel the shock and the sense of uncertainty: “I had no idea what the future held — whether I would be alive for one more day, or even for another hour.”
The author takes readers through each day of her journey as she makes journal entries. The writing is poignant, emotionally rich, and filled with insight. Lynn McLaughlin teaches readers how to cope with life-threatening illnesses and how to find the courage to change the situation into one that allows us to create more meaningful connections, deepen our emotional and spiritual health, and redefine our purpose. Steering Through It is filled with lessons for both people with difficult illnesses and loved ones; a rare gift of love.
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The Chameleon
Life-Changing Wisdom for Anyone Who has a Personality or Knows Someone Who Does
Merrick Rosenberg
2019 Silver Medal
Audio Book
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Non-Fiction - Audiobook
Reviewed by Ruffina Oserio for Readers' Favorite
The Chameleon: Life-Changing Wisdom for Anyone Who Has a Personality or Knows Someone Who Does by Merrick Rosenberg is a book with a relevant message that will help any reader deepen the way they relate to people around them. In the opening chapter, the author introduces readers to very interesting characters as they explore the forest and make discoveries. "Chameleons have an innate wisdom that allows them to connect to the world and to those around them." Xavier is a wise and generous master chameleon and in this book, we encounter the master chameleon as he takes on a new student, Xander, and explores the art of invisibility. The book moves on to present stories — fables — with powerful lessons about life, about human behavior, and relationships. Readers encounter fabled characters — the Eagle, the Parrot, the Dove, and the Owl — each with a unique personality as they are guided by the master chameleon to understanding their nature and the nature of others.
This book is instrumental in understanding human behavior and personality types. As I listened to the stories, I gained a lot of insight into the different personality types and into my own personality. This is one of those books that will help anyone profile the people around them and determine the right attitude to adopt when relating to them. The audio is of great quality and the narrative voice of the author comes out very clearly, with Allyson Briggs offering a strong, arresting feminine voice. The narrators capture every moment of the book with clarity. The Chameleon: Life-Changing Wisdom for Anyone Who Has a Personality or Knows Someone Who Does by Merrick Rosenberg will change the way most readers see themselves and give them insight into the way others see themselves. It is a great tool for understanding human behavior.
The Chameleon: Life-Changing Wisdom for Anyone Who Has a Personality or Knows Someone Who Does by Merrick Rosenberg is a book with a relevant message that will help any reader deepen the way they relate to people around them. In the opening chapter, the author introduces readers to very interesting characters as they explore the forest and make discoveries. "Chameleons have an innate wisdom that allows them to connect to the world and to those around them." Xavier is a wise and generous master chameleon and in this book, we encounter the master chameleon as he takes on a new student, Xander, and explores the art of invisibility. The book moves on to present stories — fables — with powerful lessons about life, about human behavior, and relationships. Readers encounter fabled characters — the Eagle, the Parrot, the Dove, and the Owl — each with a unique personality as they are guided by the master chameleon to understanding their nature and the nature of others.
This book is instrumental in understanding human behavior and personality types. As I listened to the stories, I gained a lot of insight into the different personality types and into my own personality. This is one of those books that will help anyone profile the people around them and determine the right attitude to adopt when relating to them. The audio is of great quality and the narrative voice of the author comes out very clearly, with Allyson Briggs offering a strong, arresting feminine voice. The narrators capture every moment of the book with clarity. The Chameleon: Life-Changing Wisdom for Anyone Who Has a Personality or Knows Someone Who Does by Merrick Rosenberg will change the way most readers see themselves and give them insight into the way others see themselves. It is a great tool for understanding human behavior.
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When Angels Fly
S. Jackson, A. Raymond, and M. Schmidt
2018 Bronze Medal
Audio Book
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Non-Fiction - Audiobook
Reviewed by Divine Zape for Readers' Favorite
When Angels Fly by S. Jackson, A. Raymond and M. Schmidt is a memoir of abuse, pain, and survival; a story of courage, heart-wrenching and filled with pathos. Meet Sarah Jackson, a woman who has suffered at the hands of a wicked, heartless mother. She grows up and gets married to a monster, a man who subjects her to the worst form of abuse one can imagine. And as if that isn’t enough to break her, her son suffers from cancer for months. What is it that makes her survive the pain? Where did she find the strength to stand up and to heal?
First, I must say that the story is well-narrated and I admire Sarah for telling her story for it will encourage many other women who undergo the kind of abuses and horrible things Henry inflicted on her to speak out. The narrator, Paula Slade, did an awesome job with the story, allowing the narrative voice to come out clearly and compellingly, and conveying the pathos with such vividness that will draw tears from some readers. My emotions were rattled as I listened to this story — at times my fists clenched, at times my teeth gritted, and most of the time I cringed as I followed the story.
When Angels Fly is emotionally rich and the reader can feel the honesty in the tone and a sense of desperation that stayed with the protagonist during many years of suffering. When Angels Fly is a powerful indictment of those who make life a living hell for others and a strong message of hope that we can transcend our hurts and embrace our freedom when we stop identifying with the message our oppressors want to convey — that we are not worth anything. A highly recommended read!
When Angels Fly by S. Jackson, A. Raymond and M. Schmidt is a memoir of abuse, pain, and survival; a story of courage, heart-wrenching and filled with pathos. Meet Sarah Jackson, a woman who has suffered at the hands of a wicked, heartless mother. She grows up and gets married to a monster, a man who subjects her to the worst form of abuse one can imagine. And as if that isn’t enough to break her, her son suffers from cancer for months. What is it that makes her survive the pain? Where did she find the strength to stand up and to heal?
First, I must say that the story is well-narrated and I admire Sarah for telling her story for it will encourage many other women who undergo the kind of abuses and horrible things Henry inflicted on her to speak out. The narrator, Paula Slade, did an awesome job with the story, allowing the narrative voice to come out clearly and compellingly, and conveying the pathos with such vividness that will draw tears from some readers. My emotions were rattled as I listened to this story — at times my fists clenched, at times my teeth gritted, and most of the time I cringed as I followed the story.
When Angels Fly is emotionally rich and the reader can feel the honesty in the tone and a sense of desperation that stayed with the protagonist during many years of suffering. When Angels Fly is a powerful indictment of those who make life a living hell for others and a strong message of hope that we can transcend our hurts and embrace our freedom when we stop identifying with the message our oppressors want to convey — that we are not worth anything. A highly recommended read!
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Growing Up Twice
Shaping a Future by Reliving My Past
Aaron Kirk Douglas
2018 Silver Medal
Audio Book
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Non-Fiction - Audiobook
Reviewed by Divine Zape for Readers' Favorite
Growing up Twice: Shaping a Future by Reliving My Past by Aaron Kirk Douglas is a powerful and memorable book. It’s a spellbinding, unusual memoir that explores the relationship between a middle-aged man and his teenage protégé, a book that is laced with wisdom and insight, both exciting and entertaining at the same time. Meet Aaron Kirk Douglas, a middle-aged man who selflessly undertakes the mission to mentor the son of an undocumented Latino. He has to be an elder brother to the boy and help him grow by being a role model for him. But it is more than that. The reader is transported into a world where brotherhood is defined, where fatherhood takes on a new perspective, and where friendship develops in the midst of harrowing trials. Can Aaron stay steadfast in his commitment until the end?
I enjoyed the many aspects of Growing up Twice: Shaping a Future by Reliving My Past. The story is beautifully written, insightful, and loaded with metaphors and a witticism that will interest readers. I enjoyed the fact that contact with the young boy could help the narrator look at his own upbringing and draw powerful lessons from it. I have read many memoirs, but rarely have I read something of this nature — a story that purely focuses on real friendship between two strangers. Readers will enjoy watching as the characters develop, gaining more wisdom and insight and contributing to each other’s personal growth. Mr. Douglas’ writing is stellar, his narrative voice compelling, and his story filled with emotional depth. This book will change the way we look at the less fortunate people we meet along the way, a powerful testimony that we can become the best we can be and, by so doing, become an inspiration for others.
Growing up Twice: Shaping a Future by Reliving My Past by Aaron Kirk Douglas is a powerful and memorable book. It’s a spellbinding, unusual memoir that explores the relationship between a middle-aged man and his teenage protégé, a book that is laced with wisdom and insight, both exciting and entertaining at the same time. Meet Aaron Kirk Douglas, a middle-aged man who selflessly undertakes the mission to mentor the son of an undocumented Latino. He has to be an elder brother to the boy and help him grow by being a role model for him. But it is more than that. The reader is transported into a world where brotherhood is defined, where fatherhood takes on a new perspective, and where friendship develops in the midst of harrowing trials. Can Aaron stay steadfast in his commitment until the end?
I enjoyed the many aspects of Growing up Twice: Shaping a Future by Reliving My Past. The story is beautifully written, insightful, and loaded with metaphors and a witticism that will interest readers. I enjoyed the fact that contact with the young boy could help the narrator look at his own upbringing and draw powerful lessons from it. I have read many memoirs, but rarely have I read something of this nature — a story that purely focuses on real friendship between two strangers. Readers will enjoy watching as the characters develop, gaining more wisdom and insight and contributing to each other’s personal growth. Mr. Douglas’ writing is stellar, his narrative voice compelling, and his story filled with emotional depth. This book will change the way we look at the less fortunate people we meet along the way, a powerful testimony that we can become the best we can be and, by so doing, become an inspiration for others.
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Chiseled - Audiobook
A Memoir of Identity, Duplicity, and Divine Wine
Danuta Pfeiffer
2018 Gold Medal
Audio Book
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Non-Fiction - Audiobook
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
Chiseled: A Memoir of Identity, Duplicity, and Divine Wine is a work of memoir writing penned by author Danuta Pfeiffer. Recounting the epic, tragic but powerful tale of her life, Danuta Pfeiffer narrates her own audiobook to tell her story from childhood to adult life. Born to an unusual couple, the Rylkos, we meet her father, John, who forces his family around a nomadic working circuit to keep up with his various professions, whilst poor Patricia is left to work double shifts as a nurse whilst providing food for her family by hunting. From this, Danuta goes deeper into tragedy when she is raped, and this sends her spiralling on a journey of self discovery which takes years to unravel.
Author Danuta Pfeiffer crafts her memoir in a style that reads like fiction, with beautifully described scenery and full dialogue to bring her story to life. The narrative style is both professional and relatable, striking an excellent balance where the story is emotional, but not overtaken by it despite some truly harrowing moments. I found Chiseled: A Memoir of Identity, Duplicity, and Divine Wine to be an inspiring tale overall, one of strength over adversity and having the courage to find yourself despite the pain of the past.
As for the audiobook quality, I felt that having Danuta Pfeiffer narrate herself was an excellent choice, as her authentic voice was filled with heart and emotion for the moments recounted throughout her life. The voice was clear and well paced with excellent sound editing to make this a really enjoyable listening experience overall.
Chiseled: A Memoir of Identity, Duplicity, and Divine Wine is a work of memoir writing penned by author Danuta Pfeiffer. Recounting the epic, tragic but powerful tale of her life, Danuta Pfeiffer narrates her own audiobook to tell her story from childhood to adult life. Born to an unusual couple, the Rylkos, we meet her father, John, who forces his family around a nomadic working circuit to keep up with his various professions, whilst poor Patricia is left to work double shifts as a nurse whilst providing food for her family by hunting. From this, Danuta goes deeper into tragedy when she is raped, and this sends her spiralling on a journey of self discovery which takes years to unravel.
Author Danuta Pfeiffer crafts her memoir in a style that reads like fiction, with beautifully described scenery and full dialogue to bring her story to life. The narrative style is both professional and relatable, striking an excellent balance where the story is emotional, but not overtaken by it despite some truly harrowing moments. I found Chiseled: A Memoir of Identity, Duplicity, and Divine Wine to be an inspiring tale overall, one of strength over adversity and having the courage to find yourself despite the pain of the past.
As for the audiobook quality, I felt that having Danuta Pfeiffer narrate herself was an excellent choice, as her authentic voice was filled with heart and emotion for the moments recounted throughout her life. The voice was clear and well paced with excellent sound editing to make this a really enjoyable listening experience overall.
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Managing Bubbie
Russel Lazega
2018 Gold Medal
Audio Book
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Non-Fiction - Audiobook
Reviewed by Romuald Dzemo for Readers' Favorite
Managing Bubbie by Russel Lazega is a captivating, spellbinding story that follows a family’s journey as it struggles to manage one of theirs — the elderly Lea Bubbie. The story is so wonderfully told and the setting comes out clearly through the narrative. The reader is transported to what life was like in Miami in the 1980s. This is a story that also takes the reader back to the Holocaust days to learn what it meant to survive the horrors of that heartbreaking historical evil. The author combines wit with humor to give readers a satisfying reading and listening experience. Readers will be immediately drawn to the characters and Bubbie is one heck of a character. As one listens to the story and gets to know her stubbornness, one also gets a glimpse of an intelligence and a wisdom accumulated through the gritty path of grueling experience.
The narrative voice is beautiful and the audio is so masterfully done that the characters’ roles come across distinctly. The dialogues are impeccable and the reader will enjoy the witticism, the humor, and all the fun that comes alongside the gripping story. Just the opening lines had me hooked and laughing, and the Yiddish accent is unmistakably woven into the dialogues, reflecting the history and culture of the characters. “It was the last thing she said to me before I left for college. ‘I vant you should write these tings down,’ she told me. ‘Mine stories — mine life — I vant you should make a book from these tings, a book to tell vhat I did to bring mine children here to this country.’” Reading the conversations and the story is enjoyable, but listening to it is far more fun. Russel Lazega’s memoir is an exciting story that is as enjoyable as a memoir of this nature can be. Managing Bubbie will have you laughing and crying throughout the rollicking ride.
Managing Bubbie by Russel Lazega is a captivating, spellbinding story that follows a family’s journey as it struggles to manage one of theirs — the elderly Lea Bubbie. The story is so wonderfully told and the setting comes out clearly through the narrative. The reader is transported to what life was like in Miami in the 1980s. This is a story that also takes the reader back to the Holocaust days to learn what it meant to survive the horrors of that heartbreaking historical evil. The author combines wit with humor to give readers a satisfying reading and listening experience. Readers will be immediately drawn to the characters and Bubbie is one heck of a character. As one listens to the story and gets to know her stubbornness, one also gets a glimpse of an intelligence and a wisdom accumulated through the gritty path of grueling experience.
The narrative voice is beautiful and the audio is so masterfully done that the characters’ roles come across distinctly. The dialogues are impeccable and the reader will enjoy the witticism, the humor, and all the fun that comes alongside the gripping story. Just the opening lines had me hooked and laughing, and the Yiddish accent is unmistakably woven into the dialogues, reflecting the history and culture of the characters. “It was the last thing she said to me before I left for college. ‘I vant you should write these tings down,’ she told me. ‘Mine stories — mine life — I vant you should make a book from these tings, a book to tell vhat I did to bring mine children here to this country.’” Reading the conversations and the story is enjoyable, but listening to it is far more fun. Russel Lazega’s memoir is an exciting story that is as enjoyable as a memoir of this nature can be. Managing Bubbie will have you laughing and crying throughout the rollicking ride.
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 by Laura Ponticello is an upbeat self-help book for women going through major life changes. When the author's life takes an unexpected turn, and she finds herself divorced and alone, she has to take stock and change some perceptions. This book is a beautiful mixture of her own spiritual jo...){kind=link}
Live the Life of Your Dreams
33 Tips to Inspire Your Life
Laura Ponticello
2017 Honorable Mention
Audio Book
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Non-Fiction - Audiobook
Reviewed by Alyssa Elmore for Readers' Favorite
Live The Life of Your Dreams (33 Tips To Inspire Your Life) by Laura Ponticello is an upbeat self-help book for women going through major life changes. When the author's life takes an unexpected turn, and she finds herself divorced and alone, she has to take stock and change some perceptions. This book is a beautiful mixture of her own spiritual journey and that of others; including stories of surviving cancer, divorce, empty-nest syndrome and more. This audio book helps the listener change her view from being the victim to being a strong, independent woman ready to take on whatever comes her way. Complete with compassionate advice and helpful exercises that allow the listener to get the most from this book. Explore your spiritual side and start on your journey of self-discovery and self-enlightenment.
Live Your Life of Your Dreams (33 Tips To Inspire Your Life) by Laura Ponticello takes the listener on a soulful adventure of faith. This audio book addresses a woman's most urgent issues. By breaking down her advice into simple steps, she helps the reader expand and grow. I liked how the author takes the listener by the hand and gently leads them down a road to true peace, love, and fulfillment. Even by listening to small segments at a time, and applying the principles or tips outlined in this book, I believe that a woman truly can change her current circumstances and live a happier, healthier life. With many unique stories from real women relating their experiences to the author, this book addresses things such as conquering fear, taking time for yourself, and so much more. The author is a well-known inspirational speaker and writer who has made it her life's mission to incite positive changes in women's lives.
Live The Life of Your Dreams (33 Tips To Inspire Your Life) by Laura Ponticello is an upbeat self-help book for women going through major life changes. When the author's life takes an unexpected turn, and she finds herself divorced and alone, she has to take stock and change some perceptions. This book is a beautiful mixture of her own spiritual journey and that of others; including stories of surviving cancer, divorce, empty-nest syndrome and more. This audio book helps the listener change her view from being the victim to being a strong, independent woman ready to take on whatever comes her way. Complete with compassionate advice and helpful exercises that allow the listener to get the most from this book. Explore your spiritual side and start on your journey of self-discovery and self-enlightenment.
Live Your Life of Your Dreams (33 Tips To Inspire Your Life) by Laura Ponticello takes the listener on a soulful adventure of faith. This audio book addresses a woman's most urgent issues. By breaking down her advice into simple steps, she helps the reader expand and grow. I liked how the author takes the listener by the hand and gently leads them down a road to true peace, love, and fulfillment. Even by listening to small segments at a time, and applying the principles or tips outlined in this book, I believe that a woman truly can change her current circumstances and live a happier, healthier life. With many unique stories from real women relating their experiences to the author, this book addresses things such as conquering fear, taking time for yourself, and so much more. The author is a well-known inspirational speaker and writer who has made it her life's mission to incite positive changes in women's lives.
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