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No pleasure so lasting

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The ability to read is an awesome gift, enabling you not just to perform tasks like reading the instructions for the use of new electrical equipment, or reading the signs to where you’re going or reading the label on a can of food in the supermarket, but so you can enjoy life through reading jokes, letters, prose, poetry etc. If you want to travel but can't afford the ticket, through reading you can imagine walking along a sandy and sunny seashore, skiing down snowy mountain slopes, sleeping in a field of flowers, or adventuring in an African Safari. Your holiday destinations are quite frankly practically limitless. No entertainment is so cheap as reading, nor any pleasure so lasting.  (Mary Wortley Montagu) Books are magical, people can find a new world through the power of the written word. Books have a certain kind of enchantment about them; they are able to catapult you to a different world in the twinkling of an eye. Between the covers of a book exists a sort of paradise. All

The most powerful habit for success

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It doesn't matter how huge a door is: if you have the right key, the door will open. The habit of reading is the key that will open many doors. Books are idea containers, books are liberators. Countries ruled by oppressors try to prevent people from reading or monitor what people can read. You maintain oppression by maintaining ignorance. Knowledge is light. Therefore if you want to keep people in darkness, keep knowledge away from them; keep books away from them; in other words keep them ignorant. The saying: if you want to keep something away from a fool, hide it in a book, comes to mind. Research shows that mental activity boosts resistance to dementia. Study after study has found that older people who were mentally engaged doing things like reading and writing, or taking part in hobbies or games, stayed mentally sharper and were less at risk of Alzheimer's than those who were not. While keeping your mind active generally seemed to go together with greater mental sharpness,

A Success and Motivational Toolbox

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Book Title: Blow the Cap off your Capability - Be Unstoppable Genre: Self-help and personal development Author: Yomi Akinpelu You're designed for success. You're meant to do something that will make you unforgettable. How can you achieve this success? The answer is straightforward: success comes as a result of few, simple, well-designed habits practised and repeated every day. So why doesn't everybody just do it? The answer is obvious, yet profound: it is because the things that are easy to do are also easy not to do. The message in this book is simple: be careful not to neglect doing the small things in your life that make the big things happen. Nothing will change unless you change. Author, motivational speaker, millionaire, businessman Jim Rohn said, 'Success is not what you achieve, it's what you attract by the person you have become.' This book shows you how to become that person; the person who attracts success. …Find out more…visit book web page  w

Mindful Peaceful Joyful - Change your thoughts, change your world

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“ Happiness is an inside job! ”  We often don't see things as they are. We see things as we are. Our happiness is not a function of what befalls us but the way in which we take it. That is why we must change the way we think. Minuscule changes in input can make macroscopic differences in output. Making small personal changes can often make a huge difference in a person's life. This short book will introduce you to simple techniques and guide you to make those small changes that could make a big difference to your everyday life - to help you enjoy your life and to be more mindful, peaceful and joyful.    …Find out more… visit book page About the author: Angela lives in Beverley, East Yorkshire. She qualified as a psychiatric nurse in 1991 and as a social worker in 2007. She provides wellbeing support as part of Beverley Community Church’s Restoration Centre. Angela has a passion to see people living their lives to the full and believes that Scripture and pray

Straight-Forward Reality to Workplace Success | Practical tips for peak-performance

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“The honest and straight-forward approach pushes the reader to take charge and improve.” … Cerena Newton - Lead Sonographer, Washington DC This book focuses on you as an individual and offers valuable advice that will support you on your journey to professional success. The book will help you build on your current strengths, but will also identify weaknesses and set a precise pathway for improvement. It gives the foundational knowledge for career development; clearly stated in a matter-of-fact way. The author has taken his wealth of practical experience and knowledge; distilled them and developed a book that will provide you with the guidance and insight you need in your quest for a successful career.   …Find out more… visit book page About the author: Michael W. Wedgeworth Jr., MBA, RT (R) has been in leadership roles since 1993. He initially started his career in the United States Army where he completed his education in Radiologic Technology and served i

The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying: A simple, effective way to banish clutter forever

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Transform your home into a permanently clear and clutter-free space with the incredible KonMari Method. Japan's expert declutterer and professional cleaner Marie Kondo will help you tidy your rooms once and for all with her inspirational step-by-step method. The key to successful tidying is to tackle your home in the correct order, to keep only the things you really love and to do it all at once – and quickly. After that for the rest of your life you only need to choose what to keep and what to discard. The KonMari Method will not just transform your space. Once you have your house in order you will find that your whole life will change. You can feel more confident, you can become more successful, and you can have the energy and motivation to create the life you want. You will also have the courage to move on from the negative aspects of your life: you can recognise and finish a bad relationship; you can stop feeling anxious; you can finally lose weight.

Going Against the Grain | The Creator's Diet Explained

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Genre:  Dietetics and nutrition, Diets and dieting The array of highly processed and refined food options created to appeal to our senses coupled with our hectic lifestyles, have resulted in a massive shift from consuming a wholesome diet. A real mind-set change is necessary to go against the grain and take charge of our diets and lives. What we eat ultimately determines how well we function, consequently it is of uttermost importance that we feed on the best foods for our health. This book encourages the reader to regain control of their lives by applying seven simple dietary and lifestyle principles. The Creator’s Diet Explained simplifies healthy eating and explains the basics in food and dietary principles. In this edition you will discover the following: • The seven foundational principles of The Creator’s Diet • The role of a healthy diet in helping to maintain health • Many practical tips, meal options and much more... …Find out more… visit book page “Wholesom

CHILD CARE - The meeting point of spiritual and secular child-rearing

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Many parents misunderstand the meaning of high quality care when it comes to bringing up their children. Is quality care about putting children in the most expensive schools and lavishing gifts and toys on them? Or is it about discipline and setting boundaries? In today’s busy world, many factors hinder parents from giving high quality care to their children. It is the writer’s intention to bring to light these problems and how to overcome them. The writer gives practical advice, goes into detail about the pitfalls surrounding parenting and how to give children high quality care in both secular and, most importantly, a God-fearing way: hence The Meeting Point.…  “Educative, enriching and empowering” …publishedbestsellers.com   Ebook | Kobo | Google Play | Amazon Kindle | Nook | Apple iBook

Life in your 50s – how to deal with it!

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Trauma - and how mature adults deal with it By  Seth Emmanuel Experiences and perspectives on life - love and marriage, divorce, politics, cancer, and other incredibly fascinating topics. Have you ever wondered why the younger generations make so many mistakes in life? The logical conclusion is that they haven’t gained the wisdom and experiences of more mature adults. When we reach middle-age we have the benefit of hindsight, acquired patience and thoughtfulness. We make decisions and approach life’s traumas in a non-emotional, considered way and we are all too well aware of the consequences of bad decisions. We are too seasoned to repeat the mistakes of youth. Wrong! Regardless of age, it seems we approach traumas in the same irrational and emotional state of our youth. The author also offers insights to those “in the middle” on how to deal with the traumas of life. Find out more “Timely advice for baby-boomers”  Ebook | Kobo | Google Play | Amazon Kindle | Apple iB

Me and My Shadow "An immensely gripping read"

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A review by Fiona Burkinshaw ( Personal Trainer and fitness coach) "There are many words to describe how I feel after reading Me and My Shadow, intrigued, shocked, emotional, inspired, but most of all proud. I am proud that I know Ray, and honoured that he turns up week in week out to my fitness classes. For the advice, his knowledge, and the time he has given me over the past few years. His enthusiasm to his sport is mind blowing, and whatever Ray puts his mind to, he achieves it with flying colours. From being this cocky ginger haired, Yorkshire lad who just wanted to “have a go at boxing”, to his recent 100km Sahara Desert race, Ray has, and always gives 110%. He is an absolute credit to anyone who knows him. This book gives a great insight into the “down to earth” Ray (we thought we knew)! Some of the stories are very funny, as well as inspirational. An immensely gripping read, a must buy. Thanks for everything Ray." Paperback | Waterstones | Amazon UK Ebook

"An insightful book about reading"

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A review by Grahame Howard*, author of the popular children's series - 'The Wishing Book' " If you are not a reader, you soon will be after reading this very good book from Yomi Akinpelu. Yomi has the knack in being able to inspire and encourage reading of books. In fact, she brings a whole new meaning to why we should read and what we can receive from spending time within pages of well written books, whether fiction or non-fiction. For myself, I like to ‘get lost’ in a good fictional read and perhaps become the hero. I also have received much knowledge from studying good texts in order to gain qualifications. All of this has been reinforced by reading Yomi’s title. This is a book that will bring you insight into why we read and what we can get from this. It will also bring encouragement to dust that book off and make time to read it. It will bring you immense pleasure as you just allow Yomi to show you the way to enjoy reading. "   Watch Trailer Paperback

A Games Inventor Shares His Rise To Success With The Release Of A Book

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Michael Kindred featured in the Mansfield and Ashfield Chad Newspaper. Read the full feature About the book How do you get an idea for a game? What’s involved in developing it and making an initial prototype? How important is play-testing, and whom do you involve in that process? What are the tips for writing rules? How do you go about trying to get your idea onto the marketplace? What are the important parts of a contract? This book won’t provide all the answers, but it will give you an insight into the fascinating, and sometimes frustrating world of games inventing based on Michael’s 55 years of experience of the successes and failures; the laughter and tears, the delight and the boredom. Paperback | Waterstones | Amazon UK Ebook | Kobo | Tesco eBook |  Amazon Kindle |  Apple iBook | Txtr

Book Savvy Spotlight on Ray Matthews

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Bringing you exclusive interviews with authors featured in the Book Savvy Newsletter. Our Guest is  Ray Matthews * Enjoy the interview. Q1. Can you tell us a little about yourself and your book 'Me and my Shadow? I am now living my dream life - doing almost all the things I ever wanted and fulfilling ambitions that were not possible before retirement whilst fully occupied earning a living. 'Youth is wasted on the young' is an understated comment made by my father, oh how true. Writing 'Me and My Shadow' has opened up new avenues I never thought possible. 'Me and My Shadow' is about a dedication to achieving goals in extreme sports.  The book is about endurance running events and how it all began with boxing as a young boy brought up in a South Yorkshire steelmaking town.   Q2. Why did you write this book? To start with, I wrote this book mainly as a record of some of my challenges and then later for my own satisfaction.   Q3. What provided the

Supporting the fight against breast cancer

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‘Mammograms Saves Lives’ featured on the Breast Cancer Site. The story: "I was diagnosed with breast cancer in March 2011. I have written my story in order to raise awareness and encourage every woman between the ages of 50 and 70 to go for a mammogram. In the UK, the NHS offers this service free to women every three years, but sadly, 25% do not take advantage. After my mammogram, I received the devastating news that I had breast cancer. I felt well, had no symptoms, have never smoked, eat a healthy diet, and exercise regularly, so how the hell did I get this? There was no explanation, it can happen to anyone! The doctor couldn’t even find a lump and had to detect the tumour using an ultrasound."... ►Read & SHARE◄ her story to encourage the women you love to get their annual mammogram. supportthefightagainstbreastcancer.com Since its release some days ago, Avril's story has received 8366 ‘Likes’ on the Breast Cancer Site’s Facebook page. https://www.facebo

Read and Soar - Watch the book trailer

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A book trailer for Read and Soar has been released. Read and Soar is a book about the many benefits and joys of reading. Where will your reading adventure take you? Between the covers of a book exists a sort of paradise. Books have a certain kind of enchantment about them; they are able to catapult you to a different world in the twinkling of an eye. By reading you can rub minds with the best thinkers of all time & share in the wisdom of the greatest minds. ---------- Yomi Akinpelu is the author of 'Read & Soar' and two other books: 'A Matter of Life & Death' , 'The Wholesome Truth about Healing' ...

Ray’s amazing journey - in print, set for book launch

A NEW book charting a 70-year old runner’s mental and physical journey through life, as he sets himself almost impossible challenges, is out this month. Me and My Shadow is the story of Ray Matthews, a local man described by publishers Pneuma Springs as “truly exceptional”. Source: Ray’s amazing journey - in print - News - Goole Courier

The real rip-off culture? Part One

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An article covering the story of campaigner Steve Perry , author of  ' When Payday Loans Go Wrong' . By: Chris Skinner Source: Financial Services Club Blog Date: August 05, 2011 " Further to my write-up about Wonga the other day, I have been contacted by author and campaigner Steve Perry, who has been on the wrong side of the payday loans industry. Now don’t get me wrong. I am NOT against payday loans firms or their operations (I actually admire Wonga's technology ops). I AM against the uncapped interest these firms charge on their vulnerable customers. However, this also needs to be qualified in terms of who are 'vulnerable customers' and who actually charges 'rip-off' rates and how. For example, Wonga have also contacted me to put their side of the story and made clear that they do not target 'vulnerable' people with 'rip-off' rates. Read Monday's blog to see what their take on the world is, particularly as my original pie

When Payday Loans Go Wrong - The full story!

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The tragic story of how one payday loan spiralled into a shocking sixty payday loans and financial ruin Author: Steve Perry ‘How did it ever come to this? On a cold November night I gaze out through my bedroom window to the descending mist, there is evil in the air, I can feel it tearing at my heart. My body trembles, a cold and sickening sweat drips down my forehead; my breathing is heavy and my mind erratic. My world is crumbling around me, my future, once bright and full of hope has descended into ruin. It was just one payday loan, just one … how did it ever come to this?’ Never before had the word suicide entered the mind of Steve Perry, yet after over 60 payday loans within 18 months it consumed him and led him to the very brink... …Find out more… An inspiring story of hope to those who are in payday hell! “Heart-rending story of the cost of irresponsible lending and borrowing” …publishedbestsellers.com ..

150+ Ways to Win Over Customers and Make That Sale

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Christopher Hopkins shares practical and down to earth skills for successful online selling along with proven techniques and Strategies to win over customers and achieve incredible results in business. This book literally takes you by the hand and guides you step-by-step through the process of ENTICING PEOPLE TO YOUR WEBSITE and persuading them to respond. It shows you CLEARLY AND CONCISELY the proven methods and systems that GET INCREDIBLE RESULTS. You’ll discover enough insider know-how to WOW YOUR CUSTOMERS and leave them itching to come back for more. It’s your   COMPLETE GUIDE TO ONLINE SALES, whether you’re just starting-out, or already running a business and eager to improve your techniques. You’ll discover: How to create an amazing website. How to gain the trust of your customers. How to close the sale. The vital ingredient needed to turn a sceptical prospect into a satisfied customer. … AND MUCH MORE! This book will also reveal the one sales technique that AL