Spiritual Writing

An action-packed urban fantasy adventure set on the islands of Hawaii! I'm Marcus Aries, and as the duly-appointed guardian of the Hawaiian Islands, it’s my job to ensure peace and balance between the world of the supernatural and the mortal realm. Things have been quiet lately, and I couldn’t be happier about it. That is, until the recently appointed kingpin of the Hawaiian cartel showed up and offered me a job I can’t refuse. Now I’m stuck trying to track down a murderer. To make matters worse, I've agreed to serve as a security consultant for the upcoming United Nations meeting. ...

An action-packed urban fantasy adventure set on the islands of Hawaii! My name is Marcus Aries. In addition to running my martial arts school, I serve as the guardian of the Hawaiian Islands. Basically, I’m the middleman between everyday mortals and the world of the supernatural. A world no one else believes is real. One filled with darkness, danger, and creatures who would happily use my guts for fish bait if given the chance. It’s my job to ensure peace, balance, and, when warranted, justice. My latest case has me investigating the disappearance of a young boy, a child not much older ...

An inspiring article for would be writers and novice writers, fearing the reaction of others, when they finally admit their love for the craft. Learn how to own your talents and figure out how to be brave in confessing your creative side.

This Series has three volumes containing more than 100 selections totaling 1200 pages from my writings over the past 60 years. They are divided by decades: Volume 1: 1960-1981; Volume 2: 1982-2003; Volume 3: 2004-2025. Each selection is linked to a Web based archived copy of the original article or book, so that readers can view them with their Web browser. A wide range of topics are included. In Volume 1: semantic satiation; bilingualism and language learning; psycholinguistics and discourse analysis; ethnomethodology and ethnosemantics; rhetoric and stylistics; measuring foreign language ...

“Giorgio’s compassion is memorable.” –KIRKUS REVIEW It wasn’t a typical response to depression. Reaching a new low in her life, Kathie Giorgio, a natural skeptic, decides to fight her sadness by publically posting one moment of happiness every day on Facebook. The response is overwhelming. People flock to her page to see each day’s new post. Soon, Kathie launches Today’s Moment Of Happiness Despite The News as her blog. She vows to continue this daily Today’s Moment for a year. And what a year! Her husband loses his job not once, but twice. Her autistic daughter is so ...

The all-encompassing wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita is applicable to every aspect of modern life. But until now, that beautiful story of the battle and conquest over our own mind has been difficult for Westerners and modern audiences to fully grasp. Translations often brush over concepts that are already widely understood by Hindu scholars. Now, we can see the Gita through the lens of modernity. We can see its myriad of lessons through practical applications to the common struggles we face today.

The Lost Queen A Miracle of Love and War" In "The Lost Queen" readers will be swept into a spellbinding tale of romance, suspense, and unwavering faith. This captivating novel weaves a story of hope and determination that spans continents and transcends all odds. "The Lost Queen" re-introduces us to Queen Zara, a formidable African ruler, known for her wisdom and compassion. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when she is exiled from her beloved country and thrust into an unfamiliar world in the United States. Forced to marry her betrothed, months before their planned winter wedding,...

An action-packed urban fantasy adventure set on the islands of Hawaii! I'm Marcus Aries, and as the duly-appointed guardian of the Hawaiian Islands, I’ve had my share of bad run-ins with the world of the supernatural. I’ve taken on demonic frogs, island witches, lightning wolves, and even battled before the famed night marchers. But not every run-in is a life-and-death struggle that threatens to leave the island in ruins. Step back into the world of Hawaiian urban fantasy with this collection of short stories from author Justin Herzog, starring fan-favorite hero Marcus Aries as he and ...

“It is not easy to describe the distinctive richness of a fully mature personality. There are as many ways of developing and growing as there are individuals, and in each case the final product is unique. But if we look for general criteria to distinguish a fully developed personality from another immature, there are three distinguishing features that are essential and universal […] The extension of self, introspection and a unifying philosophy of life”. - This study puts into contact two apparently very different worlds: the 6th-century monastic milieu of Dorotheus and the research ...

Uncover Timeless Wisdom That Transcends Centuries! Have you ever wondered how ancient letters written by apostles of Christ could still shape your life today? The General Epistles: Timeless Lessons from James, Peter, John, and Jude takes you on an extraordinary journey through the powerful teachings of the New Testament's most practical and spiritually rich epistles. These writings hold the keys to navigating faith, perseverance, and love in a turbulent world—just as relevant now as when they were first penned. A Deep Dive into Scripture Like Never Before This book unpacks the spiritual ...

When God Equips a Writer is a book about overcoming doubt, imposter syndrome, and inner critics to embrace God’s destiny for you and your writing.

Where is Jesus when we need him most? An influential pastor shares how despair can lead us to discover true hope and a deeper relationship with God, helping us emerge stronger and more joyful from times of crisis. None of us live free of difficulties or hardships. But how can we learn to live richly in the midst of them? And even grow spiritually because of them? The answer is found in the hopeful humanity of Jesus.

A fast-paced supernatural thrill ride filled with demonic villains set in the heart of South Florida! My name is Patrick Bannon, and I'm a demonologist. Most people would agree that the study of demons isn’t a practical area of research. Lucky for me, Miami has never been a practical kind of city. With more reported cases of demonic possession than any other two cities combined, the jewel of South Florida can be a dangerous place for those who don’t respect it, and when trouble strikes, it falls to me to set it right. Now a renowned Catholic reverend is dead, and the church wants to ...

TEENAGER ADVICE.Autobiographical piece from person in search of a career, only to discover the writer she has been, all along. A story of education, discipline, failed attempts, and triumphs. A motivational piece about looking within, trials and errors and tribulations. Willing to reach out, willing to attempt, searching for answers, the author shares her insights into the journey of life, and guides the reader with suggestions as to how to navigate. A very inspiring piece, for anyone who has stopped to ask his or herself, where am I going, how to I get there, and why do I want to embark on...

This Series has three volumes containing more than 100 selections of my 60 years of writings totaling 1200 pages and containing 1000 Web links to archived copies full text of the original articles or books from which the selections are taken. The Series is divided by decades: Volume 1: 1960-1981; Volume 2: 1982-2003; Volume 3: 2004-2025. Each selection is linked to a Web based archived copy of the original article or book, so that readers can view them with their Web browser. A wide range of topics are included. In Volume 1: semantic satiation; bilingualism and language learning; ...

Hot Off the Press Poetry: Extra Extra Read All About It!, by author Reneé Drummond-Brown, depicts “The Times” in which we live. The categories: News Flash, Breaking News at 11:00 pm., Newshound, Bearer of Bad News, Have I Got News for You, Don’t Nobody brAng me No Bad News, No News is Good News, Missing Persons News, Sports News, and Fake News, provide the reader with local, coast-to-coast, national and transnational news, as well as entertainment. The poetic flow gives the bookworm comprehensive up-to-date news coverage and something to talk about. Awe, but there’s only one catch,...

A fast-paced supernatural thrill ride filled with demonic villains set in the heart of South Florida! My name is Patrick Bannon, and I'm a demonologist. Unfortunately, when you mingle with the demonic, you’re bound to make some mistakes along the way. Now I’m paying for my sins. Jenaveve, the Veelah succubus who also happens to be my ex-girlfriend, has me investigating a series of murders. Looks like there’s a new player in town, and they’ve chosen Miami for their home. To make matters worse, Tiberius, the demon responsible for my brother’s suicide, is riding shotgun in my body, ...

Indelible Imprint is a true, short story of 6000 words. After her dismissal from the cloistered Trappistine monastery to which she had committed her life, twenty-seven years passed before the author unexpectedly encountered the deceased Abbess whose decision changed her life. During a written dialogue process, Patricia discovered that there were final payments to be made between them before either could move on. While there was nothing magical about the journal workshop she attended, the outcome for the author was extraordinary. She received an overdue apology for a decades-old injustice, ...

In this updated for 2023-2024 edition, the Indie Esoteric, successful esoteric indie author, S. Connolly, gives aspiring authors the how-to to take their completed manuscript from finished to published. Included is information on how to do offset print runs and limited-edition hardcovers. Where to go to publish your books and how much it will cost you. The ins and outs of audiobooks. How to edit, and then format for print and ebook. Choosing the right cover art. Pricing your books right. Traditional publishing, contracts, collaborations and more. Marketing advice, advice for young writers, ...

You're the best, Mom. Mothers, for so many, are a welcoming hug, a helping hand, a comforting ear, a wise source of guidance. They do so much for so many, and in the devotional Grace for the Moment for Moms, bestselling author, husband, father, and grandfather Max Lucado offers moms comfort, encouragement, and some much-needed moments of grace and appreciation....