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Unfiltered and Unapologet...

Judy McCutcheon (Advantage Books)

| Reviewed by Lee Robbins

Unfiltered and Unapologetic: A Woman's Guide to Live, Love, and Lead with Boldness by Judy McCutcheon is a powerful and inspiring self-help guide encouraging women to embrace their authentic selves, live boldly, and pursue their dreams unapologetically. The book chronicles Judy’s journey from a challenging childhood in Tobago to becoming a successful entrepreneur and leader, while confronting social expectations, personal doubts, and life's inevitable setbacks. Through her stories, Judy advocates for self-love, forgiveness, integrity, and culti...

Fire Your Hiring Habits

John W. Mitchell (Forbes Books)

| Reviewed by Elena Enger

Fire Your Hiring Habits by Dr. John W. Mitchell is a comprehensive guide to transforming modern workforce acquisition and retention strategies in response to the rapidly changing employment landscape. The book emphasizes that outdated hiring systems—based on traditional methods like static job postings, rigid requirements, and reliance on legacy recruitment channels—are no longer effective. Instead, Mitchell advocates for innovative, human-centered approaches that leverage technology, diversity, company culture, and new training models. He cove...

The Lost Chapters of Huma...

Anastasia Martin (Historium Press)

| Reviewed by Krishna Blackwood

The Lost Chapters of Humanity on Earth by Anastasia Wilhelmina Martin is an ambitious exploration into the hidden and often overlooked aspects of Earth's history and human origins. The book compiles many alternative theories and speculative ideas, proposing that our understanding of history, evolution, and the universe may be incomplete or intentionally obscured. It suggests that ancient civilizations, extraterrestrial influences, cyclical resets, and hidden knowledge shape the narrative of humanity's past, present, and future. From genetic mem...

This or Something Better:...

elisa stancil levine (She Writes Press)

| Reviewed by Elena Enger

This or Something Better: A Memoir of Resilience by Elisa Stancil Levine is a profoundly moving memoir that chronicles her journey through trauma, grit, and the pursuit of meaning. The story begins with her experiencing the devastating Sonoma Mountain wildfire in 2017, which threatened her home and forced a harrowing evacuation. This traumatic event awakens her long-suppressed memories of childhood, including her experiences of familial abuse, loss, and shame. Levine recounts her early years in Camino, California, where she endured emotional an...

You're Shopping Me Crazy!

John Reinhardt (John Reinhardt Book Design)

| Reviewed by Cristina Prescott

John Reinhardt's You're Shopping Me Crazy! taps into a universal experience: the maddening array of inconsiderate behaviors encountered during a seemingly simple trip to the store. Primarily focusing on grocery shopping, Reinhardt lays bare 101 instances of discourtesy, from aisle-blocking behemoths to checkout line invaders and parking lot pirates. What could be a relentless litany of complaints is instead a surprisingly relatable and often humorous exploration of modern-day shopping etiquette (or lack thereof). Reinhardt adopts a conversation...

Between Borders, Beyond B...

Muraly Srinarayanathas (Forbes Books)

| Reviewed by Matthew Novak

In Between Borders, Beyond Boundaries, Muraly Srinarayanathas explores the nuances of authentic business engagement in an increasingly globalized world. The book focuses on understanding local cultures and weaving them into business strategies through an innovative three-step EIA method: Embed, Interpret, and Act. Srinarayanathas draws on personal and professional experiences from living in eight countries, showcasing how cultural insights are instrumental in successfully navigating diverse business ecosystems. He articulates how local knowledg...

Doing Good & Doing Well:...

Michael L. Kaufman, MSW, PhD (Rowman & Littlefield)

| Reviewed by Hannah Bietz

In Doing Good and Doing Well, Michael L. Kaufman skillfully explores the intersection of altruism and leadership for helping professionals. Kaufman elucidates the core message that those in service-oriented careers possess inherent traits that resonate with their roles as helpers and equip them to ascend into leadership positions. This duality of purpose—doing good while thriving professionally—is the core message of this book. The book's organization mirrors Kaufman's guiding philosophy, combining personal narratives, historical context, and p...

Underdog Nation: Zero In...

QUANG X. PHAM (Forbes Books)

| Reviewed by Matthew Novak

Underdog Nation chronicles Quang X. Pham's odyssey from being a war refugee in Vietnam to a successful biotech entrepreneur. The narrative begins with his family's escape from the fall of Saigon in 1975. It follows Pham through his formative years in America, where he develops a relentless underdog spirit. The plot highlights Pham's military service in the Marines, his transition to pharmaceutical sales, and ultimately, his founding of Cadrenal Therapeutics—pioneering a new anticoagulant drug intending to honor his father's legacy while address...

Beyond the Storm: Navigat...

Jerome Frierson (Jerome Frierson)

| Reviewed by Cristina Prescott

Beyond the Storm is a heartfelt and authentic exploration of suffering through the compelling lens of the Book of Job, specifically tailored for a millennial audience navigating the tumultuous waters of adulthood. Jerome Frierson’s writing offers a guide and a companion for navigating hardship and struggles, providing practical insights intertwined with profound biblical truths and creating a seamless connection between ancient scripture and contemporary challenges. This book thoroughly examines key themes: suffering, faith, hope, and persevera...

Wild Yoga: A Practice of...

Rebecca Wildbear (New World Library)

| Reviewed by Romuald Dzemo

 Rebecca Wildbear’s Wild Yoga: A Practice of Initiation, Veneration, & Advocacy for the Earth invites readers on a transformative journey through the interconnectedness of self, nature, and spirituality. The book melds personal narrative, yoga practice, and ecological awareness, promoting a holistic approach to well-being that emphasizes our relationship with the Earth. One of the central themes of this book is the intimate connection between personal healing and ecological responsibility. Wildbear notes, “Our wellness and our pla...

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