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Blue Highway Sunshine Route: Daily Reader for Those with Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome by Sheryl Ann Wilson Blue Highway Sunshine Route: Daily Reader for Those with Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome by Sheryl Ann Wilson Sep. 01, 2010 $9.99 133696 words Sample 10%
BLUE HIGHWAY SUNSHINE ROUTE is a daily reader book written for those of you with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, by Sheryl Ann, a woman who has this debilitating invisible illness. Sheryl Ann wants very much to give you something to read on a daily basis that will help you to understand yourself and your illness better and hopefully give you a positive focus for your day.
Lifting the Veils of Death by Joan Adamak Lifting the Veils of Death by Joan Adamak Aug. 23, 2010 $6.95 46275 words Sample 50%
This book provides a peaceful and spiritual process of dying with new comprehensive concepts to lighten the transition. Life and death are a metamorphosis of the Soul that can be likened to the life cycles of the butterfly. There is in most human experiences certainly awareness that death of the physical body is an in-your-face reality. Events in this book are true and did happen, but names
Things We Deal With by Jason Cuevas Things We Deal With by Jason Cuevas Aug. 23, 2010 $1.00 252 words Sample 50%
Three poems that depict the inner and outer struggles that people deal with in everyday life.
A New Life by Timothy Schwan A New Life by Timothy Schwan Aug. 22, 2010 $4.99 17857 words Sample 25%
The Story Behind A New Life This is a story about Timothy Andrew Schwan, the owner and some times manager of AWKA Guesthouse, which is one of the best-known and most popular guesthouses in Koh Samui, a small island in the Gulf of Southern Thailand. AKWA’s success reflects Tim’s colorful personality; his ideas about real hospitality, his passion for customer service and looking after people.
How to Eat the Foreclosure, Dating and other Mid-life Elephants by M. S. Hembree How to Eat the Foreclosure, Dating and other Mid-life Elephants by M. S. Hembree Aug. 21, 2010 $4.99 7215 words Sample 15%
A prelude of the entire book that gives the reader seven how-to guides including: foreclosure relief, battling HOA delinquent dues, handling business in today's economy, conquering first date conversations and humor snippets to deal with pending mid-life issues.
Front & Center: Presenting Ideas Clearly, Concisely and with Confidence by Ken Lodi Front & Center: Presenting Ideas Clearly, Concisely and with Confidence by Ken Lodi Aug. 20, 2010 $9.95 23068 words Sample 6%
Presentations often fall flat, not because of the speaker, but because of the lack of logic within the presentation. Front & Center enables you to build a solid presentation, and shares delivery styles and industry secrets that bring it to life. Endorsed by corporate leaders, Front & Center removes all guesswork and answers the question, "where do I begin?" Read this, and communicate like a pro!
Why You Fail At Internet Marketing by Jason Fladlien Why You Fail At Internet Marketing by Jason Fladlien Aug. 17, 2010 Free! 1789 words Read a sample
We all want it - financial independence. There are a lot of vehicles that can get your there. One of the best is internet marketing. Many realize it. They make a go at it - yet don't succeed. Why? It can be boiled down to one phrase - wrong mindset. Success is gotten through the following the RIGHT mindset appiled to a specific environment that has a likelihood of profit.
Time Management Secrets of a Madman Who Created 30+ Products In A Few Short Months by Jason Fladlien Time Management Secrets of a Madman Who Created 30+ Products In A Few Short Months by Jason Fladlien Aug. 17, 2010 Free! 1688 words Read a sample
There's really only a few skills you need to make money online. One is creating good content. Two is writing good sale copy. Three is getting traffic. There is ONE more thing that is absolutely required for you to make a living online... It's called PRODUCTIVITY. And the best way to be productive is to manage your time most effectively. That's where I come in. I'm a productivity madman!
How to Take Action on Any Good Information Product by Jason Fladlien How to Take Action on Any Good Information Product by Jason Fladlien Aug. 17, 2010 Free! 1578 words Read a sample
Amazingly, people think it's good information that will makes them rich with internet marketing. That couldn't be further for the truth. Someone with basic, or even sub-par information... with a tenacity to immediately act on it, put it into emotion... and then persistently work it until it started working for them... Will make FAR more money than someone with the BEST info, tools & training.
How to Eliminate Procrastination by Jason Fladlien How to Eliminate Procrastination by Jason Fladlien Aug. 16, 2010 Free! 1677 words Read a sample
Actually, procrastination doesn't exist. It's a figment of your imagination. It's definition is simply "prolonged hesitation". But think about it - do you ever hesitate to hesitate? Don't you actually IMMEDIATELY act on procrastinating? So you don't procrastinate... ever. That's good to know - because if you have created an identity as a procrastinator, that's not good... Eliminate it!
Poverty is a Choice: How and Why Millions Turn Their Backs on the American Dream by Joseph S. Bayana Poverty is a Choice: How and Why Millions Turn Their Backs on the American Dream by Joseph S. Bayana Aug. 13, 2010 $5.99 30320 words Sample 10%
With the exception of persons under age 18, the elderly, and the mentally- and physically handicapped, we direct our arguments to poor people who expect dole-outs as a right from other people and from the government. Everyone has the right to freedom and self-determination, but they should hold themselves accountable for the duties of education and the responsibilities of wealth accumulation.
Wealth Building Strategies of the Super Rich: How to start a Family Dynasty by Lionel White Wealth Building Strategies of the Super Rich: How to start a Family Dynasty by Lionel White Aug. 11, 2010 $11.99 46560 words Sample 20%
This publication is for anyone who wants to learn how to build wealth using the same strategies of the super rich. You will discover The 9 Greatest Strategies for Building Wealth, the right attitude and technique to increase your income, your net worth and your overall financial health. Build wealth today, not someday. Read what the Founder/CEO of SPOIO Inc. has to say about getting rich.
M.A.N.-U.P. How to Coach A Male Into Manhood by Bryant K. Smith M.A.N.-U.P. How to Coach A Male Into Manhood by Bryant K. Smith Aug. 10, 2010 $5.95 21435 words Sample 25%
M.A.N.-U.P. is an acronym for Master And Nurture (your) Unlimited Potential. This book uses the game of basketball as an analogy to help young males transition into their manhood. Simple language, concrete examples make this book a must for those trying to help a male to man-up!
The Weight is Over by Stacia Pierce The Weight is Over by Stacia Pierce Aug. 10, 2010 $9.99 62065 words Sample 20%
Discover the beauty of creating a better you. With this outstanding lifestyle guide, you will develop a healthy philosophy of better living. Learn from life coach Dr. Stacia Pierce stylish advice to lose pounds and gain the body and life you've always wanted. If your are looking for step-by-step advice and fun, energizing ideas, you've found the right book.
Turning Setbacks into Opportunity: A Freelancer's Survival Guide Short Book by Kristine Kathryn Rusch Turning Setbacks into Opportunity: A Freelancer's Survival Guide Short Book by Kristine Kathryn Rusch Aug. 09, 2010 $2.99 14826 words Sample 20%
Setbacks happen to everyone. Surviving them is hard. Surviving failure is even harder. But every successful person has had at least three failures before finding that success. So how do you turn failure to success? The answers lie in this short book by international bestselling writer, Kristine Kathryn Rusch.
Awareness Apartheid by Talessian El-Wikosian Awareness Apartheid by Talessian El-Wikosian Aug. 08, 2010 $7.99 22486 words Sample 25%
In this blazing expose of the patterns of awareness segregation, I write about the denial of the aware population to have a substantial voice in the mainstream.
Success Secrets of a Reader by Stacia Pierce Success Secrets of a Reader by Stacia Pierce Aug. 06, 2010 $9.99 14001 words Sample 25%
Reading is an important skill that you will use your whole life. It turns an ordinary life extraordinary. If you plan to be successful, reading will help get you there. Life coach Dr. Stacia Pierce shows you how to use reading as a tool for yourself, how to increase your income potential through reading and how to become an expert in your field. "Reading will change the seasons in your life."
All I Want Is Everything by Kim Upstone All I Want Is Everything by Kim Upstone Aug. 02, 2010 $6.99 33113 words Sample 25%
This is my journey to find my everything. What I found was so much more than I could have ever hoped for. They were the questions that lead me to the answers only I could answer. What I have created is a guide for your journey. Questions for you to answer that will lead you to your everything. You too can discover the secrets waiting safely inside for you to choose to bring them into the light.
101 Hints for Great Self Leadership by Chris Walker 101 Hints for Great Self Leadership by Chris Walker Aug. 02, 2010 $9.95 43475 words Sample 50%
Have you ever experienced a moment where you felt absolute oneness with the world around you? A state when everything became crystal clear and still and all of a sudden you understood the reality that exists in the real nature of everyday life? It doesn't matter where it came from - it is called inspiration and this is the goal of great self-leadership and the hints shared in this book.
The Brutally Honest Guide to “Three Simple Steps to a Life of Achievement!” by Brutally Honest The Brutally Honest Guide to “Three Simple Steps to a Life of Achievement!” by Brutally Honest Jul. 30, 2010 $1.99 2702 words Sample 50%
What you are going to learn in the next few pages is something that will dramatically change your life forever. All of us at one time or another have tried something that we did not succeed at. Most people “CONVINCE” themselves that they just can’t do it and give up. If this sounds familiar or you want a fast track to “THE NEXT LEVEL” please read on.
The Brutally Honest Guide to Sur“Thriving” in the New Economy by Brutally Honest The Brutally Honest Guide to Sur“Thriving” in the New Economy by Brutally Honest Jul. 30, 2010 $4.99 11012 words Sample 50%
How do you make sense out of this tumultuous time? I believe there is a true path to get us back in the right direction. If you are looking for a get rich quick scheme, you have the wrong place.Brutally Honest is a system designed to combat traditional self help programs.This guide is designed to give you a radically different approach to not only “Surviving” in this economy but Surthriving.
Writing Through the Dark Night: Talking about Creativity and Depression with novelist Tim Farrington by D. Patrick Miller Writing Through the Dark Night: Talking about Creativity and Depression with novelist Tim Farrington by D. Patrick Miller Jul. 30, 2010 $2.95 8484 words Sample 25%
This wide-ranging, fascinating feature interview focuses on the subjects of creativity, depression, and the "dark night of the soul." Noted author and literary coach D. Patrick Miller talks with novelist Tim Farrington, author of A HELL OF MERCY and THE MONK DOWNSTAIRS.
Inspired to Succeed by Stacia Pierce Inspired to Succeed by Stacia Pierce Jul. 27, 2010 $9.99 50088 words Sample 20%
If you’ve had enough of average and want to empower your dreams, this is for you! Life coach Dr. Stacia Pierce’s provides principles that are a refreshing approach to living a remarkable lifestyle while accomplishing your dreams. In 20 lessons, she shows you: how you can balance life and work, evaluate your relationships and much more. This information will lead you to live a successful life!
H2LYH by A Nonymous H2LYH by A Nonymous Jul. 25, 2010 $1.99 5238 words Sample 50%
"How To Leave Your Husband" is a practical, ten-step Guide for women to protect themselves financially once they decide to separate from their husbands or boyfriends.
Universal Sense: The Blueprint For Success by Balasa Prasad Universal Sense: The Blueprint For Success by Balasa Prasad Jul. 23, 2010 Free! 16142 words Read a sample
The essence of our existence on this planet is survival. It is therefore a breath of fresh air to discover a method of success that requires only applying specific principles and strategies to one’s life—the principles and strategies of Universal Sense. Universal Sense: The Blueprint for Success is a practical guide designed to help all people navigate life’s challenges.
Create Your Way Out Audio Workshop Transcript by Ms Alfreda Create Your Way Out Audio Workshop Transcript by Ms Alfreda Jul. 22, 2010 $9.95 614 words Sample 15%
Create Your Way Out Audio Workshop Transcript is a presentation from the Create Your Way Out Audio Workshop edition. Creativity formulas, ideas and problem solving techniques are included.
Você: Sua Melhor Companhia by Dulce Regina Você: Sua Melhor Companhia by Dulce Regina Jul. 21, 2010 $4.99 9609 words Sample 20%
Descubra o poder que existe em seu interior. Aprenda a lidar consigo mesmo, fazendo com que aflorem seus mais preciosos dons. Conheça a pessoa mais importante de sua vida VOCÊ.
Professional Destiny by Valerie Hausladen Professional Destiny by Valerie Hausladen Jul. 18, 2010 $9.99 39507 words Sample 30%
Professional Destiny is one of those rare books that can truly change your life. It will help you discover the career you were born for. Valerie Hausladen points the way to a more fulfilling professional life by weaving her own experiences with those of business legends and ordinary people. It’s invaluable help for anyone searching for the right career—or a second career—at any age.
Awakening to Gratitude by Karen Elaine Jackson Awakening to Gratitude by Karen Elaine Jackson Jul. 17, 2010 $9.00 13635 words Sample 45%
Are you ready for more joy, prosperity and love? Awakening to Gratitude is a powerful prescription for creating your best life. Discover how you can tap into this amazing vibration to manifest your dreams. This life breakthrough eBook opens up a gateway to eye opening awareness about the power of gratitude and how it can literally transform your life--no matter what your current circumstances
Spiritual Espresso Vol 1 by Allen Domelle Spiritual Espresso Vol 1 by Allen Domelle Jul. 11, 2010 $9.99 59289 words Sample 25%
Many times people look for something that will give them an extra boost to get their day going spiritually. This book is a compilation of over 100 devotionals that will spiritually jump start your day. You will find the devotionals are practical, biblical and will inspire you to serve God throughout your day.
Little Gifts of Sustainable Contentment: One-minute daily reflections for cultivating mental, emotional, physical and financial well-being. by C. J. Good Little Gifts of Sustainable Contentment: One-minute daily reflections for cultivating mental, emotional, physical and financial well-being. by C. J. Good Jul. 08, 2010 $8.95 23056 words Sample 10%
We are all searching for contentment. The contentment we desire exists on many levels: emotional, financial, intellectual, physical, social, spiritual and occupational. Sustainable contentment is an array of attitudes, behaviors and wisdom, which when put into practice, creates a state of serenity. This book is an invitation to help you find contentment, by changing your thoughts and beliefs.
9 Steps To Achieve Your Destiny by Zohra Sarwari 9 Steps To Achieve Your Destiny by Zohra Sarwari Jul. 08, 2010 $12.95 39714 words Sample 50%
This book is a must for all youth and adults. 9 STEPS TO ACHIEVE YOUR DESTINY explores the steps that, if practiced daily, will change your life. It shows you how your thinking and habits can make you either successful or stagnant, and helps you navigate your way to right choices and productive habits. At times, each of us may find ourselves lost in the darkness, searching for answers.
The Key Strategies That Can Make Anyone A Successful Leader by Zohra Sarwari The Key Strategies That Can Make Anyone A Successful Leader by Zohra Sarwari Jul. 06, 2010 $12.95 18685 words Sample 50%
“The Key Strategies that can make anyone a Successful Leader” is a book for anyone who wants to be an exceptional leader. Oftentimes we wonder if leadership is something inborn or whether it can be acquired through learning. I know that it is something that can be learned. In this book you will see that leadership can start as early as a child and continue through one's golden years.
Beyond Religion Volume III by Stanislaw Kapuscinski Beyond Religion Volume III by Stanislaw Kapuscinski Jul. 06, 2010 $4.99 63882 words Sample 25%
[From Intro.] “Anyone searching these pages for quick, glib, answers will be disappointed. I would rather my readers treated my essays as a menu of exotic dishes, perhaps a silver tray of hors-d’oeuvres, which they might taste, relish, ponder upon their esoteric ingredients, and if still tempted—swallow.”
Stop Mind Control And Stop the Brainwash: a little about conservative and liberal brainwashing by John McCalmont Stop Mind Control And Stop the Brainwash: a little about conservative and liberal brainwashing by John McCalmont Jul. 05, 2010 $9.99 1399 words Sample 10%
A 1,600 word essay of rapid fire wit about mind control, mass media influence, and political brainwashing."To avoid being brainwashed involves cultivating a disgust for mass media agenda-laced words designed for "you" to then infect others close to "you." This viral marketing strategy is meant to manufacture an army of people with a mouth full of easily shared words specific to an agenda..."
The Only Way is Up: The Journey of an Immigrant by Folake Taylor, MD The Only Way is Up: The Journey of an Immigrant by Folake Taylor, MD Jul. 02, 2010 $5.99 51641 words Sample 15%
This book features the author’s experiences and views on pertinent life issues as an immigrant to the United States of America. Though the objective is to empower women, African Americans and immigrants, the greater part of the message of hope is of relevance to a general audience. Some of the issues that are the focus of this book are self esteem, self worth, success, health and relationships.
Smart Study: How to Study Less and Get More by Jane Genovese Smart Study: How to Study Less and Get More by Jane Genovese Jul. 02, 2010 $9.99 413 words Sample 50%
From receiving 5% on her first test at law school, Jane Genovese finally walked away with an award for reaching the top 2% in her university. How did she do it? In this comic (40 pages), Jane shares her personal experience of grappling with studies through school and university to achieve great results. Her strategies and advice will help you to improve your memory, concentration and grad
Soul Mate - the Finding and the Search by Dulce Regina Soul Mate - the Finding and the Search by Dulce Regina Jun. 29, 2010 $9.99 46278 words Sample 25%
This book transmit not only the experience with her soul mate, but the search for freedom of a limitator past. The possibility of a new path, acessible to all those who need a better life quality.
Visionistics - The Process of Success by Nolan Burris Visionistics - The Process of Success by Nolan Burris Jun. 28, 2010 $9.99 12897 words Sample 30%
Some of us dream big dreams. Some of us have small yet personal aspirations. Some of us turn those dreams into reality while others lead lives filled with regret and disappointment. What determines these two very difference experiences? What factors are involved in creating success? Visionistics is a simple method of creating and sustaining success in your own life or business.
Become Incredible by Jordan Wirsz Become Incredible by Jordan Wirsz Jun. 27, 2010 $8.99 31309 words Sample 10%
How to create real goals and dreams that empower you; The secrets of Staying Power; How to avoid stacking problems so that you don't fall into the trap of feeling overwhelmed and avoiding change; How language--what you say and how you say it--can change your mindset and propel you to success; How to bounce back from financial or career setbacks; The power of mentorship; And much, much more.
An Inner Journey: Living Your Life Purpose by Kathy Wilson An Inner Journey: Living Your Life Purpose by Kathy Wilson Jun. 25, 2010 $4.95 60752 words Sample 50%
Whose Life Are You Living? Parents, teachers, friends, family, the media - all these and more have been telling you how to live. Now you’re sensing that something important is missing from your life. What’s missing is the soul-satisfying work of your destiny – Your Life Purpose. An Inner Journey: Living Your Life Purpose is a step-by-step guidebook that leads you to living your Life Purpose
Re-Write Your Life - A Transformational Guide to Writing and Healing the Stories of Our Lives by June Swadron Re-Write Your Life - A Transformational Guide to Writing and Healing the Stories of Our Lives by June Swadron Jun. 25, 2010 $9.99 88287 words Sample 16%
ARE YOU READY TO TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE? Re-Write Your Life is a unique, guided writing experience that empowers you to let go of old resentments, hurts and regrets and make peace with your past so you can rejoice in your life today. It is based on June Swadron’s hugely successful workshops.
The Buck-Fifty Kick in the Butt, 50 Life Lessons We Forgot Along the Way by Abbott ePublishing The Buck-Fifty Kick in the Butt, 50 Life Lessons We Forgot Along the Way by Abbott ePublishing Jun. 24, 2010 $1.50 5751 words Sample 20%
This eBook is for those who are in search of "common" knowledge that can often bring them uncommon success. It has knowledge that has been learned through many centuries, and is often forgotten. It applies this knowledge to today’s modern life, and once you possess it, you will have a set of principles and guideposts that few other people have ever learned.
Thought Into Form by Mark Siet Thought Into Form by Mark Siet Jun. 24, 2010 $9.99 103872 words Sample 10%
Are you ready for a book that defines the limitless thoughts into the countless forms of your very own personal expression? Perhaps you would like a set of tools for the imagination something to take you higher in your thoughts; closer in your connection to all that is? You will love the contents of Thought Into Form. Start anywhere and keep going.
The Cheap Retreat Workbook by Catharine Bramkamp The Cheap Retreat Workbook by Catharine Bramkamp Jun. 24, 2010 $2.95 5887 words Sample 50%
I love the idea of a writing retreat, to travel to exotic locations for inspiration and encouragement. If I could escape the family, my job, the housework, all the distractions of my life, I could create my best work. I didn’t have the cash to finance a get away of great expectations, so I stopped complaining and created my own Cheap Retreat using stuff I found around the house. You can too!
Don't Get Cheesed! by Eli Yingling Don't Get Cheesed! by Eli Yingling Jun. 22, 2010 Free! 18242 words Read a sample
A fun little book of hilarious stories combined with a few inspirational messages and thought provoking questions that urge your personal talents search. Great for youth and late-blooming adults, Eli’s brilliant book is one you’ll definitely want to share with all as it is entertaining and inspiring in helping you to consider how well you search out and utilize your own unique talents
The Management Imperative by Anton van den Berg The Management Imperative by Anton van den Berg Jun. 22, 2010 $14.99 19662 words Sample 20%
Management is not the exclusive domain of business executives. If you need to get the children to school on time, dressed, fed, packed and prepared; you do management on a serious level. This book should be equally relevant to a care giver or executive. If you want to start gaining control and management of your life – read this…
Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single by Celeste Friedman Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single by Celeste Friedman Jun. 20, 2010 $11.99 26914 words Sample 10%
Celeste Friedman opens a Pandora’s Box of what lives in the hearts of single men and women. Revealing funny truths, common principles and basic needs, she salutes those who enjoy their independence and fearlessly tread outside of the mainstream. Empowerment . . . The Mattress is All Yours . . . Freedom to Pursue Your Passion . . . Flexibility . . . No In-Laws . . . Spontaneity
Year To Success by Bo Bennett Year To Success by Bo Bennett Jun. 18, 2010 $14.99 190623 words Sample 30%
Think of success as a game of chance in which you have control over the odds. As you begin to master concepts in personal achievement, you are increasing your odds of achieving success. Each day of this course will, through practical application, increase your odds that one line of wisdom can change your life more than volumes of books.
The Fundamentals of Leadership: Essential Tools of the Trade by Floyd Sheldon The Fundamentals of Leadership: Essential Tools of the Trade by Floyd Sheldon Jun. 16, 2010 $7.99 78528 words Sample 50%
Great leadership is essential for success in an any endeavor, but most of us aren't born knowing how to lead. In The Fundamentals of Leadership: Essential Tools of the Trade, Lieutenant Colonel Floyd Sheldon draws on more than 25 years of experience as a US Army infantryman to teach you the basics. With concrete examples of effective leadership, this book will give you the tools you need to lead.