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Tag: Memoir
I’m Not Dead…Yet: How I Turned My Misfortunes Into Strengths by Dr. Joshua Caraballo (Book Review #1889)
Dr. Joshua Caraballo’s memoir, “I’m Not Dead…Yet: How I Turned My Misfortunes Into Strengths,” offers a profound exploration of adversity, resilience, and the journey towards self-acceptance. It’s a story woven with the threads of a challenging childhood, societal expectations, and personal growth that transcends… Continue Reading “I’m Not Dead…Yet: How I Turned My Misfortunes Into Strengths by Dr. Joshua Caraballo (Book Review #1889)”
Goal in Progress: The Detours and Diversions of a Spiritual Journey” by Bhikkhu Nyanadhammika (Book Review #1883)
“Goal in Progress: The Detours and Diversions of a Spiritual Journey” is an enlightening memoir by Bhikkhu Nyanadhammika, an American Buddhist monk whose eclectic spiritual journey transcends geographical and doctrinal boundaries. This autobiographical account is not only a testament to the author’s relentless quest… Continue Reading “Goal in Progress: The Detours and Diversions of a Spiritual Journey” by Bhikkhu Nyanadhammika (Book Review #1883)”
The Merchant of Venus: The Life of Walter Thornton by Nancy Thornton Navarro (Book Review #1941)
What if you discovered, years after your father’s passing, that he was not the man you thought, but a historical figure who left an indelible mark on the modeling, advertising, and beauty industries? That’s exactly what the daughters of Walter Thornton experienced, and it… Continue Reading “The Merchant of Venus: The Life of Walter Thornton by Nancy Thornton Navarro (Book Review #1941)”
I wrote a memoir, and my character’s name is different than mine by Brandi Dredge
Can a wife say she is a wife if the law identifies her as her husband’s victim? Can a mother say she is a mother if her child’s DNA is evidence of the crime? Can a woman love the same life she pities? Yes,… Continue Reading “I wrote a memoir, and my character’s name is different than mine by Brandi Dredge”
The Hate Game: Screaming in the Silence by Gary Trew (Book Review #1942)
The Hate Game: Screaming in the Silence is an enjoyable memoir by Gary Trew, detailing his turbulent childhood and the emotional toll of growing up in 1960s and 1970s Britain. Trew narrates his journey of survival, personal growth, and eventual transformation, offering readers a… Continue Reading “The Hate Game: Screaming in the Silence by Gary Trew (Book Review #1942)”
Just Fireworks: A child’s memories of a war-torn Lebanon by Nader Barrak (Book Review #1845)
In “Just Fireworks: A Child’s Memories of a War-torn Lebanon,” Nader Barrak offers a poignant and deeply personal recount of the Lebanese Civil War through the innocent eyes of a child who witnessed the horrors of conflict firsthand. Starting from when he was nearly… Continue Reading “Just Fireworks: A child’s memories of a war-torn Lebanon by Nader Barrak (Book Review #1845)”
The Pianist’s Only Daughter: A Memoir By Kathryn Betts Adams (Book Review #1837)
Kathryn Betts Adams’ memoir, “The Pianist’s Only Daughter,” offers readers an intimate glimpse into the complex dynamics of a family defined by talent, ambition, and the intricacies of caregiving. Through the lens of the only daughter of Don, a once-promising concert pianist, and Jane,… Continue Reading “The Pianist’s Only Daughter: A Memoir By Kathryn Betts Adams (Book Review #1837)”
She Called Me Throwaway – by Shama Shams (Book Review #1833)
“She Called Me Throwaway” by Shama Shams is a deeply affecting memoir that navigates the turbulent waters of a childhood marred by abuse, a nation’s political upheaval, and the enduring quest for healing and self-acceptance. Born in Bangladesh during a time of immense turmoil… Continue Reading “She Called Me Throwaway – by Shama Shams (Book Review #1833)”
Back to You… – The Astonishing Fate of John Fisher (Book Review #1827)
“Back to You…” presents the captivating tale of John Fisher, a man whose confrontation with mortality reshapes his outlook on life and love. After defeating cancer, John’s mission to recover his old life of luxury and success hits a wall of existential questioning, leading… Continue Reading “Back to You… – The Astonishing Fate of John Fisher (Book Review #1827)”
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