Tag: autobiography

My Life as Akama: An Autobiography by Oded Levitte (Book Review #2310)

My Life as Akama is a profoundly moving and beautifully written journey through pain, redemption, and the transcendent power of art. In this first installment of The Three Messiahs trilogy, Oded Levitte brings to life the story of John Buga-ndi—later known as Akama—a man… Continue Reading “My Life as Akama: An Autobiography by Oded Levitte (Book Review #2310)”

Giving Myself Away by Charles Upton (Book Review #2303)

Giving Myself Away: From Beat Generation Protégé to Metaphysical Social Critic by Charles Upton is more than an autobiography—it is a cultural, spiritual, and intellectual odyssey that chronicles half a century of American life through the eyes of a poet, activist, and seeker of… Continue Reading “Giving Myself Away by Charles Upton (Book Review #2303)”

Who is Nika Nikoubin? By Nika Nikoubin (Book Review #1854)

“Who is Nika Nikoubin? A Bloody Las Vegas Hotel Story” is a captivating autobiography that takes readers on an emotional journey through the life of Nika Nikoubin. From the early years in Iran to the challenges of adapting to life in the United States,… Continue Reading “Who is Nika Nikoubin? By Nika Nikoubin (Book Review #1854)”

UNVEILED by Dawn James (Book Review #1471)

‘UNVEILED’ is a spiritual and inspirational autobiography written by a very strong woman who has attempted to invite you into a world where she has experienced being blind, deaf and mute before age ten. Dawn fights for her life many times and is left… Continue Reading “UNVEILED by Dawn James (Book Review #1471)”

Black, White, and Gray All Over; a Black Man’s Odyssey in Life and Law Enforcement by Frederick Douglass Reynolds (Book Review #1331)

‘Black, White, and Gray All Over’ is a memoir written about a retired LA county Sheriff who grew up in Detroit, and became a police officer and detective with a successful career. The author describes all the details and experiences he has endured both… Continue Reading “Black, White, and Gray All Over; a Black Man’s Odyssey in Life and Law Enforcement by Frederick Douglass Reynolds (Book Review #1331)”

Tiny Yellow Hat by J.Michael Chamberlain (Book Review #1164)

Tiny yellow hat is a memoir filled with humor and exciting situations that makes you want to keep reading. The author creatively explains his life experiences in a fair and honest way. He makes sure to grab your attention and drive you into his… Continue Reading “Tiny Yellow Hat by J.Michael Chamberlain (Book Review #1164)”

Reinvented by Jason Calabrese (Book Review #1088)

Reinvented is an autobiography about Jason Calabrese. His life is very hard, mostly with debt, low self-esteem, broken teeth, and a spirit he sees as almost destroyed. Feeling beaten down, he faces unemployment and isolation with COVID-19, but the stillness makes him think and… Continue Reading “Reinvented by Jason Calabrese (Book Review #1088)”

SHALLCROSS: Animal Slippers by Charles Porter (Book Review #955)

Animal Slippers is the third book in its series. Shallcross and Flame Vine are two previous works before this one. Shallcross novels are the American Stadium for fifty years of Aubrey Shallcross’s life.

Carrying My Father’s Torch: From Holocaust Trauma to Transformation by Gail Weiss Gaspar (Book Review #888)

Carrying my father’s torch is a beautiful story written about Gail’s life. It is personal and, at the same time, so relatable to many as her father shares what truly happened to him. At the age of 63, as he stands at the United… Continue Reading “Carrying My Father’s Torch: From Holocaust Trauma to Transformation by Gail Weiss Gaspar (Book Review #888)”