Linda Barnett-Johnson

Read more.    Now in Audible "Worship Hollow Gods is an incredible book! A gripping, vivid portrayal of the human spirit through the eyes of a boy making sense of the world. Through beautiful language, the characters stepped off the page; each person's unconscious pain woven in with masterful craftsmanship. Sniechowski's writing is brilliant and engaging, at times poetic and always moving, brightly illustrating the bittersweet reality of life. Stunning every step of the way." -- Kevin E      In  Worship of Hollow Gods , James Sniechowski bears witness to the world of a sensitive nine-year-old boy subjected to the underbelly of his Polish Catholic family in working-class Detro...

Read more. Mindful Methods + True Talents + Aligned Actions = Unexpected Growth Embrace Your Feminine Energy Are you  struggling to find meaning and joy  in your career?  Do you  wonder why we don't have more women leaders ?  Would you like to understand  how to fully engage employees and develop high-performing teams?  ​​​​​​​ Lisa Liszcz, Ph.D. is a  master coach and consultant  who has coached executives and developed teams for over 30 years. Through personal stories, research, and cultural anecdotes, Lisa explains how individuals and leaders can  support the emergence of feminine energy in organizations for individual success, employee engagement, and the development of high-performing teams.  The results include ...

Read more. "Jackson is the most courageous man I have ever known. He has explored a childhood of horrific abuse and committed to offering hope and healing to others. —Sara Hays, LCSW, LMFT TX             Despite the severe childhood abuse he endured, Jackson Hanks is considered an accomplished man, a successful attorney and a highly respected civic leader. In  A Survivor's Surrender  Jackson shares with you the  lessons he learned from his highly traumatic childhood , in the hope that you may gain inspiration for your own healing journey.        Jackson's message to you is that  vulnerability isn't a weakness - it is a trait of courage and authenticity . His strongest desire is that ...

   By Carolyn Howard-Johnson Author of the multi award-winning HowToDoItFrugally Series of books for writers   Have you noticed how ampersands turn to gibberish when they are entered into some blog services like Google's blogpsot.com? That is only the beginning of problems ampersands cause for editors, and publishers of all kinds. Many of the difficulties they cause go unnoticed except by the publishing pros we would all like to impress like agents, librarians, bookstore event directors, and the acquisition editors at Knopf!    That's why I added a new section to the second edition of the winningest book in my #HowToDoItFrugally Series of books for writers,  The Frugal Editor . Because ampersands seem to be so popular these days, it's especially important for editors and authors who publish books to know a little about their history, how to use them, and how gatekeepers and readers of Lynn Truss's famous zer...

Read more. In ​ Designed Right , ​renowned designer Kelly Heaps​ ​not only  shares the industry secrets behind her award-winning designs...she gives you the tools to do it yourself!   ​​​​​​​ Kelly's guide  takes the fear and uncertainty out of the design process , giving you a simple understanding of the basic formulas that  every  professional uses.  If you've ever wanted to  design a home that reflects your personality,  feels joyful to be in, and looks professionally crafted,  Designed Right  will help you make it a reality. Inside, you'll find:      ● Easy,  start-to-finish formulas  anyone can follow     ● Steps to  choosing the right palettes  for your home...

Read more. "I found this compelling reading, almost more a novel than a memoir. AJ does a great job of getting her readers to turn pages, because they cannot wait to find out what is going to happen next." -Bill Worth - Editor, and Author of the novels: "House of the Sun: A Metaphysical Novel of Maui", "The Hidden Life of Jesus Christ: A Memoir",  "Outwitting Multiple Sclerosis: How Forgiveness Helped Me Heal My Brain By Changing My Mind." In the prime of her life,  AJ seemingly has it all  - a successful career, three thriving children and a marriage that spans two decades. Her hard-fought, adult life beams bright and in sharp contrast to the dark, gun-wielding, serial-parent changing, and starkly silent world she grew up in....

Read more. This book is more than a guide for project managers who must deal with governmental agencies but often face corruption at the very top levels.   This book also offers a practical solution for the border crisis unfolding today.   KIRKUS REVIEW A manual describes how to detect and manage building projects hijacked by political agendas. Based on their own considerable experience, the Osmans ( Buildings, Projects, and Babies , 2017) have written  a book specifically designed to help the managers of construction projects undermined by furtive political schemes.  For example, an undertaking can be commandeered by a surreptitious plan to embezzle governme...

Read more. I absolutely loved it.  I felt each and every character, felt like  I was part of the family  that Jim described and I even could relate to the anti-semitism at the end. The further paradox of attitudes of both the police and the priest brought home what people must live with especially when the prejudices are hidden behind the uniforms of the church and law enforcement. The sadness of Jim and Ma were so real that I am certain it was autobiographical.  It's truly a terrific read. -- Gary Goldberg, Financial Advisor, Suffern NY An Ambition to Belong , second book of the  Leaving Home Trilogy , is an astute and insightful  psychological journey into the inner life of Ji...

Read more. "Gold in the Cracks  is an invitation to pick up the broken pieces of your life, embrace your emotional scars, and transform your life. Your scars are proof that despite life's hard knocks, you have emerged strong and beautiful. It is time to embrace your imperfections and find happiness. Let Rani St. Pucchi be your guide as you go on your journey to find the treasure within by making peace with your past."  -- Jack Canfield , coauthor of the  Chicken Soup for the Soul® series  and  The Success Principles ™         In this inspiring book, award-winning designer and international bestselling author Rani St. Pucchi draws from the wisdom gained from having helped more than 20,000 women in her 30-year care...

Read more. For those who've wondered about their roots or care to learn their origin...causing one to embark, if they desire, upon a path to discovery. For this particular "clan" one feels the stark living conditions, the familial pride or more often shame....which unfortunately is passed from one generation to the next but at the same time underscores the family psychology which returns again and again to one very strong willed individual within a family divided by secrets born of heritage.  ~ Lorie Carroll A truly remarkable account, Not Forgotten traces the growth of one family from a small Irish town to a wide network stretching across the globe.  In 1920s Ireland, a whirlwind romance ends in pain, heartbreak and poverty for one young woman. This pain w...

Read more. "Fear of Dreaming mines a rich vein of material in the two-fisted confines of a fighter's life... a solid read!"   - EUGENE S. ROBINSON, AUTHOR OF FIGHT: EVERYTHING YOU EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT ASS-KICKING... (HARPER COLLINS) Orphaned seventeen-year old Miro has found  his life's purpose as a mixed martial  artist.  His world revolves around his  dreams of becoming an MMA world champion  one day. To succeed, he trains day and night, pushing his body to the limits while scraping to get by on a meager income. Just a few  months away from the biggest fight of his career, he now must face the single toughest opponent  anyone has ever met inside a cage - an opponent that has turned his ambitious drea...