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QuickBooks Online Bootcamp
From Setup to Tax Time
Alicia Katz Pollock
2026 Finalist
234 Pages
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Non-Fiction - General
Reviewed by Zahid Sheikh for Readers' Favorite
Alicia Katz Pollock’s QuickBooks Online Bootcamp is a friendly, detailed guide for small business owners, bookkeepers, and anyone eager to manage their finances with confidence. The book takes readers through the entire QuickBooks Online system—from the basics of setting up a company and creating customer lists to more advanced features like generating reports, reconciling accounts, and preparing for tax time. Divided into easy-to-follow chapters, it includes practical examples, quizzes, and “Hoot Tips” that make learning engaging. Pollock doesn’t just explain how to use the software—she also teaches why good bookkeeping matters, showing how smart financial tracking can improve business performance and save time. With a warm and encouraging tone, she turns what could be a dry topic into an empowering learning experience, helping readers feel capable of managing their own accounts.
Alicia Kat Pollock writes in a clear and engaging way that makes complicated tools easy to understand and surprisingly enjoyable to learn. The book follows a natural learning curve, while the pace allows readers to progress without feeling rushed. The interactive quizzes and relatable examples keep the learning lively. The small business owners, accountants, and her mascot, “Owlfred,” bring a personal touch to each chapter. The themes of empowerment, learning, and confidence shine through, reflecting Pollock’s passion for teaching. As someone who appreciates hands-on, supportive learning, I found her approach both encouraging and effective. QuickBooks Online Bootcamp: From Setup to Tax Time is not just a manual—it’s like having a cheerful mentor guiding you toward financial independence.
Alicia Katz Pollock’s QuickBooks Online Bootcamp is a friendly, detailed guide for small business owners, bookkeepers, and anyone eager to manage their finances with confidence. The book takes readers through the entire QuickBooks Online system—from the basics of setting up a company and creating customer lists to more advanced features like generating reports, reconciling accounts, and preparing for tax time. Divided into easy-to-follow chapters, it includes practical examples, quizzes, and “Hoot Tips” that make learning engaging. Pollock doesn’t just explain how to use the software—she also teaches why good bookkeeping matters, showing how smart financial tracking can improve business performance and save time. With a warm and encouraging tone, she turns what could be a dry topic into an empowering learning experience, helping readers feel capable of managing their own accounts.
Alicia Kat Pollock writes in a clear and engaging way that makes complicated tools easy to understand and surprisingly enjoyable to learn. The book follows a natural learning curve, while the pace allows readers to progress without feeling rushed. The interactive quizzes and relatable examples keep the learning lively. The small business owners, accountants, and her mascot, “Owlfred,” bring a personal touch to each chapter. The themes of empowerment, learning, and confidence shine through, reflecting Pollock’s passion for teaching. As someone who appreciates hands-on, supportive learning, I found her approach both encouraging and effective. QuickBooks Online Bootcamp: From Setup to Tax Time is not just a manual—it’s like having a cheerful mentor guiding you toward financial independence.
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This Little Light of Mine
Tina Marie Anderson
2026 Honorable Mention
301 Pages
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Non-Fiction - General
Reviewed by Christian Sia for Readers' Favorite
This Little Light of Mine by Tina Marie Anderson is a powerful memoir that follows the author’s journey to inner freedom and finding her voice in a world that had stifled her and forced her into silence. The author reveals a childhood marred by chaos, silence, and conditional love, a world shaped by religious control and emotional neglect. With striking honesty and unflinching insight, she explores the scars of unspoken trauma and her courageous journey to reclaim her voice. More than recounting past hardships, Tina examines the complex questions of loyalty, forgiveness, and identity, challenging the notion that healing must look like hope.
The first thing I enjoyed in this memoir was Tina Marie Anderson’s sharp humor and raw reflections, which create a compelling narrative of rebellion and self-discovery. She writes beautifully about resonant experiences and things many people carry with them, unable to articulate. I loved how she spoke about truth and her skillful exploration of the need for authenticity. Her exploration of family secrets and the dangers of silence, especially for the young, is superb. The prose is exquisite, and the author cleverly injects bursts of wisdom and insight into the memoir. She offers a richly drawn portrait of her family, allowing readers to see the cracks where everything seems normal. This Little Light of Mine is a unique take on the theme of finding one’s voice and place, and it is expertly crafted with reflections and messages that uplifted and inspired me. This author gives essential lessons about life while offering great entertainment.
This Little Light of Mine by Tina Marie Anderson is a powerful memoir that follows the author’s journey to inner freedom and finding her voice in a world that had stifled her and forced her into silence. The author reveals a childhood marred by chaos, silence, and conditional love, a world shaped by religious control and emotional neglect. With striking honesty and unflinching insight, she explores the scars of unspoken trauma and her courageous journey to reclaim her voice. More than recounting past hardships, Tina examines the complex questions of loyalty, forgiveness, and identity, challenging the notion that healing must look like hope.
The first thing I enjoyed in this memoir was Tina Marie Anderson’s sharp humor and raw reflections, which create a compelling narrative of rebellion and self-discovery. She writes beautifully about resonant experiences and things many people carry with them, unable to articulate. I loved how she spoke about truth and her skillful exploration of the need for authenticity. Her exploration of family secrets and the dangers of silence, especially for the young, is superb. The prose is exquisite, and the author cleverly injects bursts of wisdom and insight into the memoir. She offers a richly drawn portrait of her family, allowing readers to see the cracks where everything seems normal. This Little Light of Mine is a unique take on the theme of finding one’s voice and place, and it is expertly crafted with reflections and messages that uplifted and inspired me. This author gives essential lessons about life while offering great entertainment.
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Property of the Revolution
From a Cuban Barrio to a New Hampshire Mill Town—A Memoir
Ana Hebra Flaster
2026 Bronze Medal
312 Pages
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Non-Fiction - General
Reviewed by Asher Syed for Readers' Favorite
Property of the Revolution by Ana Hebra Flaster is a memoir of Flaster's family life in Cuba before, during, and after the Cuban Revolution. Growing up in Havana, she recalls the vibrant community that was torn apart by politicking. Her family, especially her mother, faced growing disillusionment with the revolution, while her aunt remained a steadfast supporter. In 1967, Flaster’s family was forced to leave Cuba, enduring interrogations and hardships as they resettled in Miami. They later moved to New York, where Flaster’s father worked tirelessly to support them despite issues with other Cuban exiles. Flaster’s mother worked factory jobs, and their cultural adjustments were marked by difficult financial struggles. The family eventually settled in New Hampshire, where strain, poverty, and harsh winters followed. The memoir intertwines personal experiences with reflections on the impact of exile, generational trauma, and the immigrant journey in America.
Ana Hebra Flaster’s Property of the Revolution is a beautifully intimate and raw portrayal of a family’s survival under Cuba’s oppressive regime. Through clear and straightforward storytelling, Flaster captures the harsh realities of rationing, the black market, and the emotional toll of exile, as well as the problems that often accompany immigrant experiences. As a person who moved from a non-English speaking third-world country myself, I connected with Flaster in a way that I didn't expect. Her literary portrait of culture shock, especially between her Cuban roots and her American life, is so on point that it came across as not just relatable, but personal. It does end well, although I won't give away how, but readers are so fortunate to have such a strong voice on the Cuban-American experience. This memoir is bigger than a historical account; it is a deeply emotional journey of self-discovery and healing. Very highly recommended.
Property of the Revolution by Ana Hebra Flaster is a memoir of Flaster's family life in Cuba before, during, and after the Cuban Revolution. Growing up in Havana, she recalls the vibrant community that was torn apart by politicking. Her family, especially her mother, faced growing disillusionment with the revolution, while her aunt remained a steadfast supporter. In 1967, Flaster’s family was forced to leave Cuba, enduring interrogations and hardships as they resettled in Miami. They later moved to New York, where Flaster’s father worked tirelessly to support them despite issues with other Cuban exiles. Flaster’s mother worked factory jobs, and their cultural adjustments were marked by difficult financial struggles. The family eventually settled in New Hampshire, where strain, poverty, and harsh winters followed. The memoir intertwines personal experiences with reflections on the impact of exile, generational trauma, and the immigrant journey in America.
Ana Hebra Flaster’s Property of the Revolution is a beautifully intimate and raw portrayal of a family’s survival under Cuba’s oppressive regime. Through clear and straightforward storytelling, Flaster captures the harsh realities of rationing, the black market, and the emotional toll of exile, as well as the problems that often accompany immigrant experiences. As a person who moved from a non-English speaking third-world country myself, I connected with Flaster in a way that I didn't expect. Her literary portrait of culture shock, especially between her Cuban roots and her American life, is so on point that it came across as not just relatable, but personal. It does end well, although I won't give away how, but readers are so fortunate to have such a strong voice on the Cuban-American experience. This memoir is bigger than a historical account; it is a deeply emotional journey of self-discovery and healing. Very highly recommended.
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The Exception Code: How to Make Culture, Retention, and Customer Loyalty Profitable by Leading Like No One Else
How to Make Culture, Retention, and Customer Loyalty Profitable by Leading Like No One Else
Johnathan Johannes
2026 Silver Medal
342 Pages
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Non-Fiction - General
Reviewed by Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite
A true leader must be able to create conditions where employees feel empowered to be ambitious. In The Exception Code, Johnathan Johannes offers a roadmap for leadership that focuses on clarity, stability, and core cultural values of the organization. If you're a leader in any start-up, established company, or small family business, this book is for you. It provides you with the tools to make organizational culture and employee loyalty measurable. Stop following the traditionally accepted script and adapt to the changes of this rapidly evolving world. In this book, you will learn about conviction-driven management, building trust to retain talent, leadership myths, leading with purpose, and the different phases of evolving leadership. Furthermore, the book explores various leadership mindsets, pursuing growth with courage, using one's differences to disrupt established methods, and more.
The Exception Code offers a blueprint for leadership that aligns with the shifts of the evolving business world. Johnathan Johannes provides a framework that emphasizes the unique qualities of team members and ensures leaders can leave a long-lasting legacy in their organizations using real-life examples, stories, and exercises. This book is designed to help leaders across a wide range of sectors. One of the most impressive aspects of this guide is how practical and effective the author's insights are. Additionally, the author has an engaging way of presenting each topic, which makes the book accessible and very easy to follow. It's an informative guide for anyone who is facing growth and scaling problems in their organization. Overall, I found this guide very motivational and highly recommend it.
A true leader must be able to create conditions where employees feel empowered to be ambitious. In The Exception Code, Johnathan Johannes offers a roadmap for leadership that focuses on clarity, stability, and core cultural values of the organization. If you're a leader in any start-up, established company, or small family business, this book is for you. It provides you with the tools to make organizational culture and employee loyalty measurable. Stop following the traditionally accepted script and adapt to the changes of this rapidly evolving world. In this book, you will learn about conviction-driven management, building trust to retain talent, leadership myths, leading with purpose, and the different phases of evolving leadership. Furthermore, the book explores various leadership mindsets, pursuing growth with courage, using one's differences to disrupt established methods, and more.
The Exception Code offers a blueprint for leadership that aligns with the shifts of the evolving business world. Johnathan Johannes provides a framework that emphasizes the unique qualities of team members and ensures leaders can leave a long-lasting legacy in their organizations using real-life examples, stories, and exercises. This book is designed to help leaders across a wide range of sectors. One of the most impressive aspects of this guide is how practical and effective the author's insights are. Additionally, the author has an engaging way of presenting each topic, which makes the book accessible and very easy to follow. It's an informative guide for anyone who is facing growth and scaling problems in their organization. Overall, I found this guide very motivational and highly recommend it.
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Must
Becoming the Person You Are Meant to Be
Stephen Rue
2026 Gold Medal
Kindle Edition
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Non-Fiction - General
Reviewed by Jamie Michele for Readers' Favorite
Must: Becoming the Person You Are Meant to Be follows Stephen Rue’s personal and professional journey, showing how he transformed early experiences of loss, bullying, and self-doubt into a framework for intentional living. He explains how he identified limiting beliefs, developed consistent habits, and cultivated purpose-driven actions aligned with his values. Rue details his creation of the “Must Zone,” where necessity, persistence, and focus intersect with development and flow, and examines how love, vulnerability, and adaptability shape relationships and self-understanding. Drawing on personal anecdotes and leaning into his mother's love and sacrifice, alongside historical examples, and research in psychology, neuroscience, and spirituality, Rue provides practical strategies for addressing trauma and integrating values, habits, and purpose to live intentionally, handle setbacks, and fulfill one’s potential on the Must Journey.
Stephen Rue’s Must: Becoming the Person You Are Meant to Be is an inspiring and highly personal book that immediately draws readers in through its conversational tone, making even the more challenging concepts accessible and relatable. Rue’s journey from growing up without his biological father and losing his stepfather to suicide to creating a life guided by the Must Zone is a remarkable testament to what focused action and purpose can achieve. What stood out most to me are the Must Skills, which provide concrete, practical tools for staying aligned with intentions and making measurable progress. Rue’s honest storytelling combined with clear guidance turns personal experience into actionable lessons, leaving readers motivated and equipped to implement his principles in their own lives. The book feels like a trusted guide and a roadmap to harnessing the best and most loving of ourselves and others through intentional living. Very highly recommended.
Must: Becoming the Person You Are Meant to Be follows Stephen Rue’s personal and professional journey, showing how he transformed early experiences of loss, bullying, and self-doubt into a framework for intentional living. He explains how he identified limiting beliefs, developed consistent habits, and cultivated purpose-driven actions aligned with his values. Rue details his creation of the “Must Zone,” where necessity, persistence, and focus intersect with development and flow, and examines how love, vulnerability, and adaptability shape relationships and self-understanding. Drawing on personal anecdotes and leaning into his mother's love and sacrifice, alongside historical examples, and research in psychology, neuroscience, and spirituality, Rue provides practical strategies for addressing trauma and integrating values, habits, and purpose to live intentionally, handle setbacks, and fulfill one’s potential on the Must Journey.
Stephen Rue’s Must: Becoming the Person You Are Meant to Be is an inspiring and highly personal book that immediately draws readers in through its conversational tone, making even the more challenging concepts accessible and relatable. Rue’s journey from growing up without his biological father and losing his stepfather to suicide to creating a life guided by the Must Zone is a remarkable testament to what focused action and purpose can achieve. What stood out most to me are the Must Skills, which provide concrete, practical tools for staying aligned with intentions and making measurable progress. Rue’s honest storytelling combined with clear guidance turns personal experience into actionable lessons, leaving readers motivated and equipped to implement his principles in their own lives. The book feels like a trusted guide and a roadmap to harnessing the best and most loving of ourselves and others through intentional living. Very highly recommended.
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Mastering Flow
Perform Better, Experience More Joy, and Live a Happier Life
Nils Salzgeber
2025 Finalist
328 Pages
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Non-Fiction - General
Reviewed by Foluso Falaye for Readers' Favorite
Mastering Flow by Nils Salzgeber is an examination of the state of work and creativity that leads to excellent performance and a pleasurable creation process. The book is designed to equip readers with the ability to experience flow more often while working toward a particular goal. Mastering Flow is divided into three sections. In the first section, it looks into the definition of flow and findings from over 50 years of research. The second part shows us how flow holds the key to happiness and success. It includes examples of athletes, musicians, writers, entrepreneurs, and businesses that have flow to thank for their success. You'll see the negative side of flow and gain access to scientific studies associated with flow. In the third part, Salzgeber shares tips and strategies for experiencing more flow. You will learn to experience flow, not only at work but in all areas of life.
You know the feeling of satisfaction that you get when you read a book that perfectly captures what you've once experienced? That's what I felt while reading Mastering Flow, especially in the part where it referred to some artists being "much more interested in the process of painting itself" than the end result. From Lewis Hamilton's revelation about the "clear zone" to a ten-year McKinsey study, the book's examples, quotes, and references to experiments make Nils Salzgeber's lessons feel more believable. Readers who wish to enjoy work more and others who wish to get the best out of life will benefit immensely from this book. It's a well-researched and concise guide that you will find both satisfying and enlightening. I can see many amazing performances and contributions in art, businesses, and sports being attributed to this book's lessons in years to come.
Mastering Flow by Nils Salzgeber is an examination of the state of work and creativity that leads to excellent performance and a pleasurable creation process. The book is designed to equip readers with the ability to experience flow more often while working toward a particular goal. Mastering Flow is divided into three sections. In the first section, it looks into the definition of flow and findings from over 50 years of research. The second part shows us how flow holds the key to happiness and success. It includes examples of athletes, musicians, writers, entrepreneurs, and businesses that have flow to thank for their success. You'll see the negative side of flow and gain access to scientific studies associated with flow. In the third part, Salzgeber shares tips and strategies for experiencing more flow. You will learn to experience flow, not only at work but in all areas of life.
You know the feeling of satisfaction that you get when you read a book that perfectly captures what you've once experienced? That's what I felt while reading Mastering Flow, especially in the part where it referred to some artists being "much more interested in the process of painting itself" than the end result. From Lewis Hamilton's revelation about the "clear zone" to a ten-year McKinsey study, the book's examples, quotes, and references to experiments make Nils Salzgeber's lessons feel more believable. Readers who wish to enjoy work more and others who wish to get the best out of life will benefit immensely from this book. It's a well-researched and concise guide that you will find both satisfying and enlightening. I can see many amazing performances and contributions in art, businesses, and sports being attributed to this book's lessons in years to come.
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Navigating Ethical Leadership in the Age of AI
The Ethic Pocketknife
Annette Bühler
2025 Honorable Mention
Kindle Edition
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Non-Fiction - General
Reviewed by Asher Syed for Readers' Favorite
Annette Bühler's Navigating Ethical Leadership in the Age of AI: The Ethic Pocketknife covers the roles of ethical leadership as AI technologies take off. Bühler emphasizes how important it is to incorporate ethical frameworks—deontological, teleological, and virtue ethics—into leadership work to avoid any ethical hitches with AI, like data privacy, bias, and transparency. Bühler gives us the "Ethic Pocketknife," a toolkit to help leaders add ethical considerations to their decision-making. Her toolkit includes sections like the Integrity Blade and Fairness File, which help make sure decisions are in line with human values and society. Bühler shows us its application by including case studies in sectors like healthcare and fintech, drawing out continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement, and the balance between technological progress and ethical standards.
"Ethical sensitivity means recognizing the broader implications of our actions and striving to do what is right, even when it’s not the easiest path." Annette Bühler has done an excellent job of writing clear and well-structured arguments logically in Navigating Ethical Leadership in the Age of AI, breaking the work down into organized sections, distinct definitions, and in a style that is both professional and wonderfully accessible. Bühler amplifies this for readers by giving actionable insight that can be applied to businesses in almost any sector. I really appreciate the practical tools she spells out for us, the key piece being the Ethic Pocketknife. It's quite an innovative concept when you think about the handiness of a pocketknife, and I loved that the different tools that flip out of it are symbolic of Bühler's components. I'm partial to the Collaboration Corkscrew; you'll have to find out for yourself what that means. Overall, this is a fantastic, progressive, and forward-thinking guide that should be required reading for leaders, and leaders in the making.
Annette Bühler's Navigating Ethical Leadership in the Age of AI: The Ethic Pocketknife covers the roles of ethical leadership as AI technologies take off. Bühler emphasizes how important it is to incorporate ethical frameworks—deontological, teleological, and virtue ethics—into leadership work to avoid any ethical hitches with AI, like data privacy, bias, and transparency. Bühler gives us the "Ethic Pocketknife," a toolkit to help leaders add ethical considerations to their decision-making. Her toolkit includes sections like the Integrity Blade and Fairness File, which help make sure decisions are in line with human values and society. Bühler shows us its application by including case studies in sectors like healthcare and fintech, drawing out continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement, and the balance between technological progress and ethical standards.
"Ethical sensitivity means recognizing the broader implications of our actions and striving to do what is right, even when it’s not the easiest path." Annette Bühler has done an excellent job of writing clear and well-structured arguments logically in Navigating Ethical Leadership in the Age of AI, breaking the work down into organized sections, distinct definitions, and in a style that is both professional and wonderfully accessible. Bühler amplifies this for readers by giving actionable insight that can be applied to businesses in almost any sector. I really appreciate the practical tools she spells out for us, the key piece being the Ethic Pocketknife. It's quite an innovative concept when you think about the handiness of a pocketknife, and I loved that the different tools that flip out of it are symbolic of Bühler's components. I'm partial to the Collaboration Corkscrew; you'll have to find out for yourself what that means. Overall, this is a fantastic, progressive, and forward-thinking guide that should be required reading for leaders, and leaders in the making.
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Generative AI Basics & Beyond
Learn Effective Prompt Engineering Quickly & Easily to Harness the Power of Tools Like ChatGPT for Productivity, Career Success, & Creativity—Even If You're a Beginner
Melissa Peneycad
2025 Bronze Medal
178 Pages
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Non-Fiction - General
Reviewed by Emma Megan for Readers' Favorite
Generative AI Basics and Beyond by Melissa Peneycad is a must-read for anyone eager to learn the power of tools like ChatGPT for productivity, career success, and creativity. In today's fast-paced world, whoever you are—a student, an entrepreneur, a professional, or an artist—you can learn how to effectively use generative Artificial Intelligence to achieve your goals, even if you don't have a tech background. This book teaches you about generative AI, neural networks, large language models and their core concepts, superalignment and misalignment, AI tools and their strengths and limitations, prompt engineering, and cutting-edge tools and technologies, such as quantum computing and edge AI. It discusses generative AI's many positives, risks, and challenges, offering guidance on using it responsibly. Most importantly, it shows how AI complements human effort rather than replaces it.
Generative AI Basics and Beyond is an extraordinary book offering a straightforward, concrete, and practical approach to using generative AI. It takes you from feeling intimidated or overwhelmed to confident and empowered by helping you to distinguish AI-generated content from reality, separate fact from fiction, and protect yourself from scams, disinformation, and misinformation. It's an urgent and essential read to gain a deeper appreciation of this technology, understand its capabilities, and learn how to use it more strategically, safely, and responsibly for personal development. Melissa Peneycad equips you with the essentials, tools, strategies, and insights you need to keep up with the latest advancements in AI. She did an excellent job of showing why AI requires ethical guidelines and responsible usage and how generative AI can assist, inspire, and amplify human creativity.
Generative AI Basics and Beyond by Melissa Peneycad is a must-read for anyone eager to learn the power of tools like ChatGPT for productivity, career success, and creativity. In today's fast-paced world, whoever you are—a student, an entrepreneur, a professional, or an artist—you can learn how to effectively use generative Artificial Intelligence to achieve your goals, even if you don't have a tech background. This book teaches you about generative AI, neural networks, large language models and their core concepts, superalignment and misalignment, AI tools and their strengths and limitations, prompt engineering, and cutting-edge tools and technologies, such as quantum computing and edge AI. It discusses generative AI's many positives, risks, and challenges, offering guidance on using it responsibly. Most importantly, it shows how AI complements human effort rather than replaces it.
Generative AI Basics and Beyond is an extraordinary book offering a straightforward, concrete, and practical approach to using generative AI. It takes you from feeling intimidated or overwhelmed to confident and empowered by helping you to distinguish AI-generated content from reality, separate fact from fiction, and protect yourself from scams, disinformation, and misinformation. It's an urgent and essential read to gain a deeper appreciation of this technology, understand its capabilities, and learn how to use it more strategically, safely, and responsibly for personal development. Melissa Peneycad equips you with the essentials, tools, strategies, and insights you need to keep up with the latest advancements in AI. She did an excellent job of showing why AI requires ethical guidelines and responsible usage and how generative AI can assist, inspire, and amplify human creativity.
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The Change Guidebook
How to Align Your Heart, Truths, and Energy to Find Success in All Areas of Your Life
Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino
2025 Silver Medal
224 Pages
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Non-Fiction - General
Reviewed by Doreen Chombu for Readers' Favorite
The Change Guidebook by Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino is a comprehensive self-help resource designed to empower readers to make meaningful changes in their lives. It presents a structured ten-point framework that includes assessment, choice, discovery, growth, support, implementation, acceptance, engagement, mastery, and impact. This framework helps readers achieve changes that resonate and align with their heart, truth, and energy. The book emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and awareness, making informed choices, taking action toward personal goals, and fostering resilience through supportive networks. It also encourages giving back to the community, enriching the world, and perpetuating a cycle of positive change. The journey of transformation may be gradual, requiring patience and commitment. The ten points outlined in the book provide a clear roadmap to help you stay on track and become your best self.
The Change Guidebook offers an inspiring approach to personal growth and transformation. It addresses themes of forgiveness, gratitude, humility, and patience. Unlike other self-help guides that focus solely on personal success and improvement, this book highlights the interconnectedness of individual growth and community impact. It emphasizes that making meaningful changes in your own life can positively affect your family, friends, and even strangers you might meet in a grocery store. The book is well-structured, with each alignment presenting specific points of change, making it easy to follow and comprehend. Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino shares heartwarming stories of resilience and empowerment, detailing her own struggles and growth, as well as stories from family members and clients she has encountered on her journey. These relatable anecdotes help readers apply the lessons and concepts of the ten-point framework to their own lives. Finally, the book includes exercises that encourage readers to think, write, talk, and take action. The time is now to take steps toward being the best person you can be, not only for yourself but also for your loved ones and your community, and make the change that you wish to see in the world.
The Change Guidebook by Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino is a comprehensive self-help resource designed to empower readers to make meaningful changes in their lives. It presents a structured ten-point framework that includes assessment, choice, discovery, growth, support, implementation, acceptance, engagement, mastery, and impact. This framework helps readers achieve changes that resonate and align with their heart, truth, and energy. The book emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and awareness, making informed choices, taking action toward personal goals, and fostering resilience through supportive networks. It also encourages giving back to the community, enriching the world, and perpetuating a cycle of positive change. The journey of transformation may be gradual, requiring patience and commitment. The ten points outlined in the book provide a clear roadmap to help you stay on track and become your best self.
The Change Guidebook offers an inspiring approach to personal growth and transformation. It addresses themes of forgiveness, gratitude, humility, and patience. Unlike other self-help guides that focus solely on personal success and improvement, this book highlights the interconnectedness of individual growth and community impact. It emphasizes that making meaningful changes in your own life can positively affect your family, friends, and even strangers you might meet in a grocery store. The book is well-structured, with each alignment presenting specific points of change, making it easy to follow and comprehend. Elizabeth Hamilton-Guarino shares heartwarming stories of resilience and empowerment, detailing her own struggles and growth, as well as stories from family members and clients she has encountered on her journey. These relatable anecdotes help readers apply the lessons and concepts of the ten-point framework to their own lives. Finally, the book includes exercises that encourage readers to think, write, talk, and take action. The time is now to take steps toward being the best person you can be, not only for yourself but also for your loved ones and your community, and make the change that you wish to see in the world.
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Passion Struck
Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life
John R. Miles
2025 Gold Medal
240 Pages
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Non-Fiction - General
Reviewed by Courtnee Turner Hoyle for Readers' Favorite
John R. Miles wrote Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life to help the next generation of leaders achieve and live purposefully. After introducing the concepts in the book, the author divided it into two parts. The first section outlines mindset shifts, and the second part details the same number of behavioral adjustments to make up a twelve-part framework. Other chapters look at the application of acting on these steps. Miles uses Jim McKelvey as an example and other experiences to illustrate his points. Most of the concepts are practical, and they display ways to improve readers' lives. He outlines ways to accept failure and psychological pressures as part of the process to reach your goals. Miles shows readers the roadblocks to their success and how to avoid or navigate them.
John R. Miles encourages readers to take the discomforting leap into the unknown and make informed decisions. Adults and young adults could learn a lot by picking up this book, whether they're getting ready to start on a new path or they want to switch from the one they're on. The exercises were helpful for me, and I identified many possibilities for my future by changing certain behaviors. Through studies and interviews, Miles helps readers realize more about themselves, helping them shape a new perspective. The author's personal experience is enough to motivate and inspire readers to take the first step in creating opportunities for growth and improvement. Readers who have the courage to start an empowering and intentional journey today will benefit from reading Passion Struck.
John R. Miles wrote Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life to help the next generation of leaders achieve and live purposefully. After introducing the concepts in the book, the author divided it into two parts. The first section outlines mindset shifts, and the second part details the same number of behavioral adjustments to make up a twelve-part framework. Other chapters look at the application of acting on these steps. Miles uses Jim McKelvey as an example and other experiences to illustrate his points. Most of the concepts are practical, and they display ways to improve readers' lives. He outlines ways to accept failure and psychological pressures as part of the process to reach your goals. Miles shows readers the roadblocks to their success and how to avoid or navigate them.
John R. Miles encourages readers to take the discomforting leap into the unknown and make informed decisions. Adults and young adults could learn a lot by picking up this book, whether they're getting ready to start on a new path or they want to switch from the one they're on. The exercises were helpful for me, and I identified many possibilities for my future by changing certain behaviors. Through studies and interviews, Miles helps readers realize more about themselves, helping them shape a new perspective. The author's personal experience is enough to motivate and inspire readers to take the first step in creating opportunities for growth and improvement. Readers who have the courage to start an empowering and intentional journey today will benefit from reading Passion Struck.
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