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House of Croft, Book 2

Historical Mystery/Thriller/Romance

Date Published: 10-29-2024

 

He’ll never forgive her deception, or the hold she still has on his heart…

Adrian Croft’s worst fear has been realized. His wife, the sweet woman who swept past his every defense, is a cunning spy working against him. Forced to play a dangerous game where one wrong move could see him destroyed, he must unravel her secrets while hunting a far more sinister threat.

Samantha knew her decision to marry her target would come at a price. Now, having lost her husband’s trust and affection, she’ll do whatever it takes to win it all back – abandon past loyalties, spill her secrets, and catch a killer. But will it be enough to undo the damage?

About the Author

USA TODAY bestselling author Sophie Barnes writes historical romance novels in which the characters break away from social expectations in their quest for happiness and love. Having written for Avon, an imprint of Harper Collins, her books have been published internationally in eight languages. With a fondness for travel, Sophie has lived in six countries, on three continents, and speaks English, Danish, French, Spanish, and Romanian with varying degrees of fluency. Ever the romantic, she married the same man three times—in three different countries and in three different dresses.

When she’s not busy dreaming up her next swoon worthy romance novel, Sophie enjoys spending time with her family, practicing yoga, baking, gardening, watching romantic comedies and, of course, reading.

 

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Tour Wrap Up: The Apple of Erin's Eye

 

 

Contemporary Romance (Clean)

Date Published: 10-12-2024

 

Erin has planned her life down to alphabetizing her spice cabinet, so when she is stood up on the wedding day she's dreamed of since she was a little girl, her ordered life spirals out of control. When her best friend, and maybe something more, Aaron, challenges her to step outside of her small-town life and explore the world, Erin makes a monumental decision that will take her from teaching middle schoolers in rural Ohio to her dream job as a governess in New York City. Determined to start fresh, to eat meat again, and to ditch her planner, Erin embraces her novel life, but teaching loveable Jessica isn't the only new facet. Her employer, millionaire Daniel Goldstein, is as closed off as the books lining the shelves in his penthouse library where Erin and he spend their evenings sharing their love of books, wine, and perhaps each other. But as Erin opens her heart to new possibilities and loving again, she can't ignore the growing mystery that Daniel is hiding something…or someone.

In this small-town, big-city contemporary romance, Erin learns that no matter where she goes, she takes herself with her. Does that mean finally finding love in the Big Apple, or was it waiting for her in her hometown all along?

 

 

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About the Author

Bestselling author of the Lorna & Tristan series, Cynthia Hilston is a stay-at-home mom of three young kids, happily married, and lives in the Cleveland, Ohio, area. Writing has always been like another child to her. After twenty years of waltzing in the world of fan fiction, she stepped away to do her debut dance with original works of fiction, although she still dabbles in fan fiction.

In her spare time – what spare time? – she devours books, shamelessly watches Hallmark movies and When Calls the Heart, pets her orange and black kitties, looks at the stars, drinks wine or coffee with good friends, and dreams of what other stories she wishes to tell.

 

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Tour Wrap Up: Making Up Stories

 

 

Historical Fiction

Date Published: August 28, 2024

Publisher: Universum Press

 

All families have their secrets. How far will they go to keep them hidden?

 

Savannah Schaeffer believed she was protecting her daughter by keeping the dark truths of their family’s secrets. Now, facing her imminent mortality, Savannah realizes her efforts may have caused more harm than good. With little time to waste, she finds a way to work around her inability to speak the truth. She prepares a scavenger hunt to reveal the secrets of her past that she had withheld from her daughter, Chloe.

The scavenger hunt will lead Chloe to two explosive journals—her great-grandmother’s and her grandfather’s—to reveal how intergenerational trauma impacted Savannah’s life and why she kept it secret. Chloe also has plans for the final week of her mother's life. She has promised to honor her mother's wish for a peaceful passing.

A palliative care physician, Chloe is ready from a medical standpoint but feels unprepared personally. She has called off her engagement at her mother's request and is now second-guessing her decision. She also wants to understand her mother's choice never to marry.

 

Making Up Stories: A Novel tells the story of family secrets and explores a mother's and daughter's desire to break free from intergenerational trauma. It's a story about their love for each other and the sacrifices they're willing to make for each other. Complex characters and situations raise profound, sometimes unanswerable questions about family, life's gray areas, and the promise of hope.

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About the Author

Susan has had many successful careers in philanthropy, public relations and education, but when she wrote the book, Peace in the Puzzle: Becoming Your Intended Self, she found her true purpose. Utilizing the material in her book and her personal experience, she is passionate about supporting both individuals and groups become who they were born to be.

Susan’s coaching is tailored to each person’s unique needs, and each group presentation is crafted to align with the interests and needs of each specific audience.

Through compelling stories, she engages individuals and groups by taking them through her journey to find purpose, shares the tools she developed and encourages them to do the same.

 

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Tour Wrap Up: Lead Like A Pro Inspire Like A Leader

 

 

Nonfiction / Leadership

 

In the dynamic and demanding field of healthcare, effective leadership is paramount. “Lead Like A PRO, Inspire Like A LEADER: 6 Core Pillars For Healthcare Leaders” by Dr. Michael Rivera is not your typical leadership read; it is a practical guide rooted in real-world experience, specifically tailored for leaders in the healthcare industry. Rather than delving into abstract mindsets, Dr. Rivera offers tangible advice drawn from years of firsthand experience.

Structured around a framework of six essential pillars, this book outlines the core principles crucial for success in healthcare leadership. These pillars are not arbitrary; they have been carefully chosen because without them, achieving success in healthcare becomes an uphill battle.

One of the main challenges healthcare leaders face is the constant barrage of distractions and pressing issues. It’s easy to get caught up in firefighting mode, losing sight of the foundational aspects that ensure smooth operations on a day-to-day basis. Too often, leaders fixate on a few major issues while neglecting others, resulting in overall inefficiency.

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Tour Wrap Up: The Memory Chest

 

Poetry

Date Published: May 23, 2024

Publisher: Mindstir Media

 

With an unmistakable voice and a depth of presence, Leventhal's work zooms out and back inward, taking stock of it all. His poems survey the surrounding landscapes: be it historical, natural, political, or emotional. They reflect on love and loss with vulnerability, and on the prospect of aging with optimism and gratitude. They travel centuries back in time and simultaneously ask the question of what it means to be alive in the world today. Years of leadership in the Jewish community provides him access to Biblical language and wisdom. The artwork that accompanies the poems creates and elegant conversation between visual art and poetry. There is a deep reverence within many of these works that is balanced out by Leventhal's refusal to take himself too seriously, his zest for life, beaming in words and brushstrokes from these pages. (Dakota Read- Editor) 

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About the Author

Bob Leventhal served as sales and marketing executive for cleaning products company O-Cedar Brands for 19 years. For more than 15 years Bob was a Jewish communal lay leader in Dayton, Ohio. He was a day school president, a JCC membership chair and federation campaign leader. He even taught seventh graders in his temple’s religious school.

In 2001 he chose to combine his MBA and his Masters in Jewish Education to create a unique synagogue consulting practice at the Alban Institute in Washington, D.C. In January 2012 he became the Director of Leadership at United Synagogue. He led the team which created the Sulam Leadership Curriculum.

As he approached 65 he began to develop his interests in writing and painting. He took painting classes in NYC. He wrote a memoir Swept Away (2022) about his transition from business to consulting. He wrote the Memory Chest (2024), a conversation between painting and poetry. He has intentionally sought out colleagues and mentors to support these new learning journeys. Walk with Bob.

 

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Tour Wrap Up: The Hart of God : The End of Days

 

Fiction / Thriller / Apocalyptic / Christian

Date Published: July 14, 2024

Publisher: ‎ Manhattan Book Group

 

Successful, college educated men in their twenties and thirties are admitted to psychiatric institutions claiming to be angels in a satanic army. They know their rank, mission, and commanding officer. Many had no prior religious background. Friends, Jonathan Hart, a reporter, and Charles Atwater, a psychologist collaborate on studying these patients with Angelic Psychotic Disorder. They discover that what they call the Dark Angel movement has people placed in the highest levels of government. The book examines the ease of which a charismatic leader promising peace could persuade people to give up their individual rights. It questions the strength of faith, what normal people are capable of when confronted with enormous challenge, and the impact on individual relationships. 

 

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Lawrence R. Deering spent more than forty years as a healthcare executive. His first novel Youth Group, was based on his experiences in the Southern Baptist church. The Spider Web Charmer featured Michael and Michelle Crawford, married private detectives with unique abilities chasing down a serial killer.

He wrote The Brotherhood, The Hart of John, (the New Apocalypse,), and The Hart of God, (the End of Days) all part of the Hart trilogy.

He is an avid audiophile and enjoys listening to his rock vinyl record collection. He lives with his wife, Lisa, in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

 

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Tour Wrap Up: I'll See It When I Believe It

 

 

A Path To Ascension

 

Date Published: July 8, 2024

Publisher: MindStir Media

 

What is it that you believe in?

Are your beliefs assisting you in creating the life you want to live, or are they limiting you?

Do you TRUST more that you DOUBT?

Every thought you think is a choice. Every word you speak is a choice. Everything you do is a choice.

What are you choosing because of your beliefs?

Who are you showing up as?

Who do you WANT to show up as?

Come explore with my team of Angels and Guides as we assist you in making higher choices so that you can live your life in the most sacred and powerful way.

You will see and experience it because you believe it!

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About the Author

What brings me joy above all things, is touching lives. Meeting random people and having Spirit share with me what I can say to uplift their lives is incredible! Every encounter is a precious gift, even the challenging ones.

Spending time with my hubby of over three decades is sacred to me. Watching my daughter learn and grow from everything she encounters as an adult is fascinating. I don’t worry about our future when I notice the choices she makes. All is well.

My favorite activities are going out to dinner, going for walks with joy in my heart, and watching movies that inspire me. I also look forward to Spirit waking me up in the middle of the night with a new chapter for us to write together. What an amazing gift my life is. I hope that you enjoy this book given to you by my Angels and Guides.

 

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