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The Magdalene Lineage
Past Life Journeys into the Sacred Feminine Mysteries
Reena Kumarasingham

2020 Finalist
288 Pages
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Non-Fiction - New Age

For those who want to explore feminine spirituality and past life revelations, this book will certainly fascinate and inform you. The life of Mary Magdalene has been enveloped in mystery for two thousand years; sometimes vilified and other times honored for her role in the earliest days of Christianity. Through past life regressions conducted by the author, Mary Magdalene’s life is revealed. As a child, she had healing powers and knowledge beyond her years. Her adult years, including marriage and children, enduring joys and sorrows, and teaching other women spiritual truths, are intriguing. The author also worked with a second woman, who had a past life as Tamar, Mary’s daughter. The Magdalene Lineage: Past Life Journeys into the Sacred Feminine Mysteries, written by renowned regression therapist Reena Kumarasingham, is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn about this legendary woman and her teachings.
One of the most poignant aspects of this book is the author’s thoughtful comparisons to other sources of information about Mary Magdalene and Tamar. She carefully portrayed the historical era, including the cultural and political climate. Her description of the Essenes matches other texts describing the beliefs and works of this group. She also adds the reasons why certain sects and the early Christian Church portrayed Mary Magdalene in derogatory terms, rather than as the spiritual teacher and healer she was. Although the book contains much historical data, it is easily read and understood by any curious reader. Author Reena Kumarasingham has written a well-crafted and intriguing text in The Magdalene Lineage: Past Life Journeys into the Sacred Feminine Mysteries. A wonderful book!
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The Future of Leadership in the Age of AI
Preparing Your Leadership Skills for the AI-Shaped Future of Work
Marin Ivezic, Luka Ivezic

2020 Gold Medal
243 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Occupational

The Future of Leadership in the Age of AI is a work of non-fiction in the business and technology sub-genres and was penned by author team Marin Ivezic and Luka Ivezic. Subtitled “Preparing Your Leadership Skills for the AI-Shaped Future of Work”, this informative and concise guidebook aims to prepare its readers for the greater implementation of Artificial Intelligence technologies into elements of business and economics such as data, processing, and rule-following. This leaves a precious gap for leaders who are both creative and socially aware and can utilize their distinctly human skills to motivate others and succeed in those areas where machines cannot replace them.
Author team Marin Ivezic and Luka Ivezic present a really interesting work on the future implementations and business predictions of AI, and thankfully it is one which neither glorifies them nor predicts a total apocalypse. Rather, this is a practical and informative guide to what Artificial Intelligence already does for the finance, business and economics worlds, and what it will continue to develop into as technology improves. The narrative tone is professional and clear, delivering straight facts with as little technical jargon and overcomplication as possible. There is a wonderful sense of celebration for the social and creative talents of human beings too, which gives the piece a highly motivational quality overall and shows hope for the future rather than stagnation or replacement. Overall, I would certainly recommend The Future of Leadership in the Age of AI to anyone working in business who needs a better understanding of emerging technology.
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Life And Death Behind The Brick And Razor Code-Red Diamond
Isaac Alexis

2020 Honorable Mention
118 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Occupational

Life And Death Behind The Brick And Razor Code-Red Diamond by Isaac Alexis is a very informative book that parents must read if they have teenagers or children just starting middle or high school. The book is about his work in correctional medical facilities and what he has learned over the years. The author shares his personal experiences and makes a very compelling case for teenagers to rethink the choices they make. Isaac Alexis talks about how hard it is for the inmates to live a healthy life while incarcerated and how health problems can become more difficult over time. But it is not limited to that. Dr. Isaac Alexis also talks about drug addiction as not just an issue inside incarceration facilities but everywhere else. He urges teenagers to respect their bodies and make the right decision for themselves. Achieving your goals becomes much easier if you understand your body, protect it from any harm and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
The author chooses his words very carefully to drive his arguments home. By sharing his own struggles with readers, he makes it easier for us to understand what he wants to convey. I felt a connection with the author who made it easier for me to take the advice and apply it to my life. He doesn’t just share tips; it is apparent that the author did his research and shares what he knows best. This book is like a wake-up call that we all need yet never get. Life in a correctional facility cannot be easy and it can take a toll on the minds and bodies of the people inside. This book will be helpful for the whole community as it offers information to educate and enlighten people about what can happen and how young people can avoid it for a better future.
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Romance... Push The On Button!
How To Turn Your Man Into A Romantic
Paul Gaughan

2020 Gold Medal
Kindle Edition
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Non-Fiction - Relationships

Romance... Push The On Button! (How to Turn Your Man Into A Romantic) by Paul Gaughan is a non-fiction book on relationships that would appeal most to an audience made up of primarily female adults who are comfortable with reading about sexual beliefs, menopause, arousal, and pleasure. Have you ever wondered why romance fantasies never compare to the real thing? Well, this author aims to teach women how to help transition their relationship into allowing for more romantic connections. The author explains how romance is a vital part of an intimate relationship for women and that women can take steps to help bring that romance into their relationships even if their male partner has reluctance towards romance.
Romance... Push The On Button! (How to Turn Your Man into A Romantic) by Paul Gaughan has a title and cover image that aroused my curiosity quickly. As a woman looking for a long-term romantic partner, I found this book to be very helpful in teaching me how to stop just complaining to my friends about the lack of romance and instead become empowered to take action to get that romance for myself. This is not the typical self-help book as the author clearly has a wealth of counseling experience with couples in how he was able to offer advice, tips, and the science behind romance. Overall, I feel this book will help me to be much happier in my future relationships and more knowledgeable on how to achieve deeper intimacy.
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The 5 Core Conversations for Couples
Expert Advice about How to Develop Effective Communication, a Long Term Financial Plan, Cooperative Parenting Strategies, Mutually Satisfying Sex and Work-Life Balance
Julie and David Bulitt

2020 Bronze Medal
216 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Relationships

There are a lot of favorite quotes in The 5 Core Conversations for Couples by Julie and David Bulitt and I marked a fair few. I love this one: ‘The concept of making a connection is soaked into our relationship blanket. The word itself is thrown and tossed around—and not just on TV—without much thought about what it means to make a connection, and what it really represents in terms of developing and maintaining a relationship.’ It represents just one of the genuine nuggets of wisdom hidden in this helpful toolbox for couples.
There were lots of sections in the book which struck home for me in my marriage of almost three decades. David and Julie Bulitt do an insightful job of highlighting the trigger points in most relationships and walk through each with painful honesty. They share personal stories and situations which cut very near the bone and I’m not sure I could be so brave. Coming from the perspective of an experienced family therapist and a divorce lawyer, the Bulitts have the market sewn up and yet their advice is strangely familiar. There are so many ‘aha’ moments hidden in the pages of this book, which will quickly become a handbook or instruction manual for living as half of a successful couple.
‘"It didn't take a heart-to-heart chitchat to know how you were feeling. I knew that when I saw my putter bouncing into the neighbor's yard," David points out.’ There were so many points in this book which found me laughing out loud. The situations are so raw and real that it will appeal to anyone looking for self-improvement. It’s the kind of workbook that can be read individually or as a couple and targeted questions at the end of each section force the reader to think about making the necessary changes. The 5 Core Conversations for Couples by Julie and David Bulitt is written as a conversation between a man and wife team and is hugely effective in providing a safe place to learn and grow.
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The Evolved Masculine
Be the Man the World Needs & the One She Craves
Destin Gerek

2020 Finalist
314 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Relationships

The Evolved Masculine: Be The Man The World Needs & The One She Craves by Destin Gerek is an excellent book that all men should read to become evolved versions of their own selves. This book is a good tool for men to learn about masculinity, sexuality, and healthier ways of relating to women. The author first dreamed up an alter ego that was termed 'the Erotic Rockstar' and The Evolved Masculine was born from its ashes. It guided his own journey and reading this book will help to remove the self-limiting beliefs about masculinity, sex, and women. The author also shares the difficult parts of his life in this book and asks all men to walk the path of Evolved Masculinity with him so that they can take full responsibility for their lives.
This memoir is the author's story of self-discovery and his stories highlight his mistakes, vulnerabilities, and flaws. The book is an invitation to all men to unlearn their previous perceptions of what it means to be a man and to become full, integrated, and empowered as a result. Destin Gerek's journey is uplifting and encouraging to all readers who are looking for change and transformation by developing their masculine power, sexual mastery, and having better relationships. The techniques, tips, and strategies make it a good book to read during the journey to manhood, and will also help mothers of boys to guide them to raise emotionally conscious and intelligent boys. The topic has been dealt with in a very different and unique way, extensively and expansively, making the concept clear to readers. The Evolved Masculine is an excellent eye-opener for all men and will help them resolve the crisis of masculinity.
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The Meaning of Life
A guide to finding your life's purpose
Nathanael Garrett Novosel

2020 Gold Medal
360 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Religion/Philosophy

The Meaning of Life: A Guide to Finding Your Life's Purpose by Nathanael Garrett Novosel is a compelling work that provides tools for readers to find their purpose and to embrace it. While the title suggests a work that is motivational, the book is written from a scientific perspective and engages readers in honest conversations with themselves. I have read books that invite readers to discover the reason they are here, but very few provide clarity with regards to the path that readers can use to find their purpose. In this book, the author explores the different phases and moments of personal life and growth and redefines the concepts of growth, experience, desire, belief, emotions, ethics and support, and choice while showing the part that each of these plays in the individual’s discerning of their “why am I here?”
Nathanael Garrett Novosel is a great writer who asks existential questions like: "How did life come to be? How does life work? How should I live my life? And what should be my ultimate goal in life?” The book is filled with exercises that allow readers to determine whether they have a clear idea of what they are meant to do or not. The exercises are designed for the reader to dig deeper into themselves and identify what they really need. The book is written in an easy-to-read style that engages the reader right from the beginning. The Meaning of Life: A Guide to Finding Your Life's Purpose is an invaluable tool for finding the path in life and their place in the world. The idea of a meaningful life has captured many minds and those who don’t want to simply float through life will discover great tools to define their foothold in this book. Both inspiring and informative.
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Picking Up The Shards
Healing the Pain of Mother-Wounds, Discovering the Mother-Heart of God
Anita M. Oommen

2020 Silver Medal
336 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Religion/Philosophy

Picking Up The Shards by Anita M. Oommen is a poignant memoir that throws light on the author's traumatic experience of being rejected and abandoned by her mother and how she found solace in God during her times of trouble and struggle. The betrayal that she experienced helped her discover herself and led to the mother-heart of God where she realized God is also a mother to the motherless, literally and figuratively. Anita M. Oommen's vulnerability, honesty, and the glimpses into her personal life give awareness and details about her relationship with God, which is like the unconditional and sacrificial love of a father and the compassion and tenderness of a mother. Every chapter points readers towards recovery and healing, and the author's freedom from the tentacles of trauma and rejection that held her back from many aspects of life will inspire readers to discover God's maternal heart.
This book is about understanding, healing, and growing in relationships, and the author gives Reflection Questions and Words of Encouragement at the end of each chapter. This is a good tool for readers who are looking for recovery from trauma and self-healing. The personal stories and experiences shared in the book are heartbreaking, and they also testify to faith in hope and healing. The emotions are raw and honest and will encourage readers who find themselves in similar situations to go into their past and process the events slowly and practice compassion. Truth is bright and it is always important to reach out. This is a good book for those who are in the process of picking up the shards of their lives and getting past their traumas. Anita M. Oommen's story also gives voice to readers with similar stories and tells them that it is not too late to heal the past and build a future with resilience.
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The Warrior's Meditation
The Best-Kept Secret in Self-Improvement, Cognitive Enhancement, and Stress Relief, Taught by a Master of Four Samurai Arts (Total Embodiment Method TEM)
Richard L Haight

2020 Gold Medal
200 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Self Help

The Warrior's Meditation: The Best-Kept Secret in Self-Improvement, Cognitive Enhancement, and Stress Relief, Taught by a Master of Four Samurai Arts (Total Embodiment Method TEM) by Richard L Haight is a relatively straightforward book about meditation. The author starts with meditation principles and guides the reader on where they should start in their practice. The book teaches readers the importance of your five senses and how to become more self-aware of them. Once learning the background of meditation and its important tenets, the author moves on to teaching readers how to make lifestyle adjustments to make meditation a habit. Like any other task, it should be regularly practiced to receive the maximum benefit.
The Warrior's Meditation by Richard L Haight was a great beginner’s book on meditation. I have read quite a few books on mediation and am working on practicing so it was another introduction into a different aspect of meditation I was previously unaware of – the total embodiment method (TEM). It was also exceptionally useful in providing specifics of meditation such as how long to do it, positioning, and exercises. Of course, any beginner is sure to have questions and the book even does a question-and-answer section to help readers. For those who don’t know where to start, it certainly provides clarity. I also appreciated that the author provided their own experiences as it was beneficial to see that they also practice what they are trying to teach. Those wanting to get into meditation should take a look at this book before starting.
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Writing Through the Muck
Finding Self and Story for Personal Growth, Healing, and Transcendence
G. Elizabeth Kretchmer

2020 Silver Medal
Kindle Edition
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Non-Fiction - Self Help

At some point in our lives and on several occasions, we all need help - whether it's a listening ear, words of wisdom or some type of guidance. In the self-help book, Writing Through the Muck: Finding Self and Story for Personal Growth, Healing, and Transcendence by G. Elizabeth Kretchmer, the reader will find easy tools and resources that can be used in navigating through those difficult times. In life, there are so many challenges that we're exposed to and as the author takes you through their journey, you see you're not alone. This book is broken up into six chapters from Finding Yourself and Exploring Yourself to Putting It All Together, along with self-reflections, poems and writing exercises to help you through the process of healing, transitioning and growth. As the quote says: "You can't understand someone until you've walked a mile in their shoes." As you walk with the author, discover your own story and truth to self-help.
For me, Writing Through the Muck was a gem because it reflected the importance of channeling your feelings and emotions on paper. Getting it out of your mind, soul and spirit creates a release like no other. Writing incites its own high. As G. Elizabeth Kretchmer displays her own highs and lows, the reader will discover that writing got her and others out of the muck into a life of freedom. If you're looking for a resource to help you get out of your own rut that either you or someone else put you in, then get your copy of this book today. Be open, honest and prepared to make a paradigm shift for change.
