Ray Bradbury, Arthur Clarke, James Clavell, William Faulkner, F. Scott Fitzgerald, C.S. Forester, Ernst Hemingway, Stephen King, James Michener, John Steinbeck, Leon Uris and Herman Wouk.
What do they have in common? They all are good books found in used book stores that make excellent investments, and sometimes can be resold the same day for lots of cash. There is no mistake. Good books, bring big dollars. But, more important then cash, these books are collectible because first, and foremost, they are great reads.
These are the names of American Literature. These are the sure fire sellers in all bookstores. Everyday readers discovers these authors and is overwhelmed by the quality of their work and their individual gifts to captivate the reader in their world on wonder.
Pick up any book by Charles Dickens and read it. Give it a try. You will be overwhelmed and the power of this writer who worked with ink and a pen quill. Very little reference material if any. No spell checker. Nothing. Just beautiful words written with such a flowing grace that you are carried into a special world.
Why do people return to the classics?
Because the quality of their writing is of such elegance that it can’t be compared to some of the modern fiction writers of today.
An excerpt from David Copperfield by Charles Dickens:
I discovered afterwards that Miss Lavinia was an authority in affairs of the heart, by reason of there having anciently existed a certain Mr. Pidger, who played short whist, and was supposed to have been enamoured of her. My private opinion is, that this was entirely a gratuitous assumption, and that Pidger was altogether innocent of any such sentiments - to which he had never given any sort of expression that I could ever hear of. Both Miss Lavinia and Miss Clarissa had a superstition, however, that he would have declared his passion, if he had not been cut short in his youth (at about sixty) by over-drinking his constitution, and over-doing an attempt to set it right again by swilling Bath water. They had a lurking suspicion even, that he died of secret love; though I must say there was a picture of him in the house with a damask nose, which concealment did not appear to have ever preyed upon.
Wonderful!
Ray Bradbury, Arthur Clarke, James Clavell, William Faulkner, F. Scott Fitzgerald, C.S. Forester, Ernst Hemingway, Stephen King, James Michener, John Steinbeck, Leon Uris and Herman Wouk.
What do they have in common? They all are good books found in used book stores that make excellent investments, and sometimes can be resold the same day for lots of cash. There is no mistake. Good books, bring big dollars. But, more important then cash, these books are collectible because first, and foremost, they are great reads.
These are the names of American Literature. These are the sure fire sellers in all bookstores. Everyday readers discovers these authors and is overwhelmed by the quality of their work and their individual gifts to captivate the reader in their world on wonder.
Pick up any book by Charles Dickens and read it. Give it a try. You will be overwhelmed and the power of this writer who worked with ink and a pen quill. Very little reference material if any. No spell checker. Nothing. Just beautiful words written with such a flowing grace that you are carried into a special world.
Why do people return to the classics?
Because the quality of their writing is of such elegance that it can’t be compared to some of the modern fiction writers of today.
An excerpt from David Copperfield by Charles Dickens:
I discovered afterwards that Miss Lavinia was an authority in affairs of the heart, by reason of there having anciently existed a certain Mr. Pidger, who played short whist, and was supposed to have been enamoured of her. My private opinion is, that this was entirely a gratuitous assumption, and that Pidger was altogether innocent of any such sentiments - to which he had never given any sort of expression that I could ever hear of. Both Miss Lavinia and Miss Clarissa had a superstition, however, that he would have declared his passion, if he had not been cut short in his youth (at about sixty) by over-drinking his constitution, and over-doing an attempt to set it right again by swilling Bath water. They had a lurking suspicion even, that he died of secret love; though I must say there was a picture of him in the house with a damask nose, which concealment did not appear to have ever preyed upon.
Wonderful!
Ray Bradbury, Arthur Clarke, James Clavell, William Faulkner, F. Scott Fitzgerald, C.S. Forester, Ernst Hemingway, Stephen King, James Michener, John Steinbeck, Leon Uris and Herman Wouk.
What do they have in common? They all are good books found in used book stores that make excellent investments, and sometimes can be resold the same day for lots of cash. There is no mistake. Good books, bring big dollars. But, more important then cash, these books are collectible because first, and foremost, they are great reads.
These are the names of American Literature. These are the sure fire sellers in all bookstores. Everyday readers discovers these authors and is overwhelmed by the quality of their work and their individual gifts to captivate the reader in their world on wonder.
Pick up any book by Charles Dickens and read it. Give it a try. You will be overwhelmed and the power of this writer who worked with ink and a pen quill. Very little reference material if any. No spell checker. Nothing. Just beautiful words written with such a flowing grace that you are carried into a special world.
Why do people return to the classics?
Because the quality of their writing is of such elegance that it can’t be compared to some of the modern fiction writers of today.
An excerpt from David Copperfield by Charles Dickens:
I discovered afterwards that Miss Lavinia was an authority in affairs of the heart, by reason of there having anciently existed a certain Mr. Pidger, who played short whist, and was supposed to have been enamoured of her. My private opinion is, that this was entirely a gratuitous assumption, and that Pidger was altogether innocent of any such sentiments - to which he had never given any sort of expression that I could ever hear of. Both Miss Lavinia and Miss Clarissa had a superstition, however, that he would have declared his passion, if he had not been cut short in his youth (at about sixty) by over-drinking his constitution, and over-doing an attempt to set it right again by swilling Bath water. They had a lurking suspicion even, that he died of secret love; though I must say there was a picture of him in the house with a damask nose, which concealment did not appear to have ever preyed upon.
Wonderful!
Our reality is everything we experience by the use of our mind backed by our thoughts, feelings and actions. Which leads us to the state of mind and position in life we are currently in. This is just an excerpt of what reality is. In the book called “Our Ultimate Reality” by Adrian Cooper, he goes into depth of what reality is. The book explores a wide range of topics and after 572 pages split across 115 chapters. I personally think this book brings me closer to the truth. Due to the fact after reading this book it makes it clear for someone to consider it as a manual for personal progression. However, this book could change your life after reading it. Thanks to the author I know have a better understanding of my existence.
Here is just some of the life changing knowledge you will find in Our Ultimate Reality:
Discover your infinite, immortal Spiritual nature, and what it really means
Discover the importance of Energy, Vibration and Mind
Discover the truth about the afterlife, reincarnation and karma
Discover your true destiny, and the Spiritual growth to realise it
Discover the true nature of the Universe in all spheres of reality
How to attract abundance and anything you need, wish for or desire
How to remain healthy and heal any ailment, however serious it might seem
How to achieve Astral Projection and OBE’s and the 3 best methods for each
How to visit where you will go to after “death” and visit “deceased” people
How to contact your Higher-Self to find the true answers to important questions
Step Wars, by Grace Gabe, MD and Jean Lipman-Blumen, PhD, starts off with the scenario of the excited and happy older couple, misjudging the reaction to their second marriage, and having their happiness shattered by the unexpected, negative responses of their adult children who suddenly weigh in about their parent’s love life and marriage plans. It’s a generational role reversal.
However, it’s rarely friendly and often creates conflict in the marriage, either between the parent and adult kids and/or the new spouse and his or her kids. Whatever the relationship dynamics, it is baffling for the newlyweds to face the unexpected anger and resentment.
Step Wars is divided into manageable chapters covering every significant topic and issue in adult step families. The wedding itself; the role the new spouse should assume whether the joiner, the guardian angel, the unifier, the indifferent, or the distancer; opportunities and dangers; issues around combining households; adult children’s ties to the family home; step sibling relationships; grandchildren; division of property; and holidays, celebrations and commemorations.
The key section of the book explains eight crucial skills that help parents and adult children deal with the Five Furies. These are valuable strategies, labeled Tact and Tacking Skills, that will help resolve conflict. Tact because it is a diplomatic skill incorporating thoughtfulness and caution, and Tacking, which is a nautical term to signify reaching a destination in a series of moves, each at an angle, rather than in a straight line:
Reframe the issue.
Let time pass.
Become an observer.
Use tenacity to maintain and defend your core values.
Trade and negation, or give and take.
Forgiveness, empathy, apology, and tolerance.
Practice transformation through wisdom.
Practice turning away from the problems and letting go.
Adult step families can be rewarding and comforting when parents, adult children and grandchildren work together as a healthy and contented family unit.
As an online article writer with quite a few articles under my belt, I’ve always wondered how to go about writing my articles better, with more impact. This is easier said than done. Not long ago I decided to embark on a new article writing journey; to write articles about my experiences, trials and tribulations. It was my desire to put an emotional tone to my writing and do it in a way that might inspire others and have them learn from my school; the school of hard knocks.
Do you lead an interesting life? Did you know you can make money writing about yourself, your experiences and the experiences of people you know, do business with, meet or hear about? It’s true and as a writer, I bet you’d like to learn more about how to do just that. So, I am going to take the liberty of recommending a very good book to you, one that I have personally learned so much from:
Just because you have finished your education as a writer does not mean you are done learning, indeed, writing is something that you never stop learning, exploring and perfecting. Always wondering if you might have said this, that or the other thing in a better way, creating more interest, suspense, intrigue or igniting passion in the reader, yes, with writing you never stop learning.
If you have thought that you would like to start a new hobby, let me suggest beading as a fun one to start. Not only is it simple to start, but it is quite an affordable hobby. To help kick start your beading, here is a list of the books that have helped me to become familiar with beading, finding the right tools and workspace.
1. Jewelry Making & Beading by Heather Dismore and Tammy Powley
“Jewelry Making & Beading” is a book from an excellent series of books that provide definitions and processes in simplified terms so that anyone can pick up the concepts. This one in particular includes step by step instruction for beginner projects. It even includes some of the more complex ones that involve things such as wire wrapping and knotting.
2. The New! Beader’s Companion by Judith Durant
Personally, I consider this my beading reference book! This was the second book that I purchased and after getting the basics down, “Beaders Companion” is just that, a companion to provide you with all of the terminology and reference for a huge list of beading techniques. Since some of the topics may be over the heads of the novice, it is suggested that a book similar to the first book listed earlier.
3. Bead on a Wire: Making Handcrafted Wire & Beaded Jewelry by Sharilyn Miller.
This is definitely a book that is focused on the more experienced beader. Upon completion of about 3-5 projects of beading, this book can provide you with the information to create more complex jewelry. Sharilyn has a wonderful way of elaborately describing and detailing all of the advanced techniques. Once you’ve done a few of the ones illustrated in this book, you will be a pro!!!
4. Marketing & Selling your Handmade Jewelry: The Complete Guide to Turning your Passion into Profit by Viki Lareau
In recommending this book, it is assumed that you may want to make some extra cash on your extra jewelry pieces that you will not be wearing yourself. Viki takes a very good approach to describing all of the skills and factors that come into play in presenting, pricing, marketing and ultimately selling your handmade pieces of jewelry. Now this book may not be for everyone, especially those of you who enjoy beading as a simple hobby to relax after a long week! If you want to pad that emergency fund with some extra cash, this might be the way to go.
With these books under your belt, you will have become proficient in a fun and rewarding hobby that is called beading.
Audio books which excel are recognized by the Audio Publishers Association (APA) each year in a ceremony known as ‘The Audies’. The Audies is the audio books equivalent to The Oscars awards for films, and this year takes place in Los Angeles at the end of May.