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“Waiting for White Jesus: Reclaiming Agency in a World That Tells You to Wait” by Cleveland G. Oakes Jr. (Book Review #2154)
“Waiting for White Jesus” is a piercing and unapologetic call to reclaim spiritual agency in a world where whitewashed theology has long dictated the terms of faith, morality, and identity — especially for Black and Brown communities. Cleveland G. Oakes Jr. delivers a timely and fearless manifesto that dismantles passive religiosity and urges readers to stop waiting for salvation from a system designed to keep them oppressed.
Read MoreThe Ethical Coaches’ Handbook: A Guide to Developing Ethical Maturity in Practice by Wendy-Ann Smith (Book Review #2153)
In the fast-growing field of coaching, few topics carry as much weight—and yet are often overlooked—as ethics. The Ethical Coaches’ Handbook fills this gap with impressive clarity, depth, and practical application. Edited by Wendy-Ann Smith, Jonathan Passmore, Eve Turner, and Yi-Ling Lai, this handbook brings together leading thinkers and practitioners to explore what it truly means to be ethical as a coach.
Structured into four carefully designed parts, the book takes readers on a journey toward what the editors call ethical maturity—an awareness and application of ethical principles that go beyond compliance into genuine professional integrity.
Read MoreHow to Start Writing a Book: Create an Outline by Jeyran Main
Once you have defined your purpose, understood your audience, and developed a clear idea or concept, the next essential step in starting your book is creating an outline. An outline serves as a roadmap for your manuscript, helping you organize ideas, maintain focus, and ensure a logical flow from beginning to end. Without it, even the strongest concepts can become muddled or lose momentum.
Read MoreWarriors of the Continuum Part One: Arrival by Roger P. Heath (Book Review #2152)
Warriors of the Continuum Part One: Arrival is a richly imagined fantasy adventure that launches Roger P. Heath’s intriguing new trilogy with a unique blend of time-slip storytelling and visionary mythos. A life-long geologist turned debut author, Heath crafts a narrative filled with mysterious artefacts, ancient tribes, and cosmic stakes that span millennia.
Read MoreWELCOME TO FABULOUS ANGELES: The Rock ’n’ Roll Adventures of a Wayward Westside Teen By Richard A. Lefkowitz (Book Review #2151)
Richard A. Lefkowitz’s memoir, WELCOME TO FABULOUS ANGELES, is a captivating journey through the vibrant and often chaotic rock ’n’ roll scene of Westside Los Angeles, seen through the eyes of a teenage dreamer coming of age in a city that never sleeps. This autobiographical account blends vivid cultural snapshots with a deeply personal narrative, inviting readers to experience the exhilaration and pitfalls of youth chasing music, freedom, and identity.
Read MoreHow to Start Writing a Book: Develop a Clear Idea or Concept by Jeyran Main
Once you have defined your purpose and understood your audience, the next step in starting your book is developing a clear idea or concept. A strong concept acts as the backbone of your manuscript, providing direction, structure, and cohesion. Without a well-defined idea, even the most passionate writing can feel scattered or lack focus.
Read MoreWorld of Myth by John Molina (Book Review #2150)
World of Myth is an electrifying debut that fuses political thriller, fantasy, and coming-of-age genres into a bold and immersive journey. At over 130,000 words, this is a richly layered novel that pulls no punches in scope, emotion, or ambition.
Read MoreThe Aura Color Wheel by Helen Ye Plehn (Book Review #2149)
Helen Ye Plehn’s The Aura Color Wheel is a beautifully written and spiritually grounded guide that empowers readers to explore their inner world through the lens of soul evolution. With clarity and warmth, Plehn introduces a unique system that combines 9 Soul Gift Archetypes and 36 Soul Aura Colors, allowing readers to identify where their soul stands in its journey—and how to align with its true purpose.
Read MoreHow to Start Writing a Book: Define Your Purpose and Audience by Jeyran Main
Writing a book is an exciting and transformative journey, but many aspiring authors struggle with where to begin. The best way to start is by defining your purpose and understanding your audience. These foundational steps provide clarity, focus, and direction, ensuring your writing resonates with readers and achieves its intended impact.
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