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Each piece of writing we consume as readers is, in some form or another, an expression of a writer's voice, a glimpse into their psyche, mindset, and ideals. Through the lens of their words, they grant us permission to view the world briefly through their eyes.

And through the reflection of a writer's work, we also see ourselves. The writer's personal observations, insights, commentary, and narratives call us to look within for introspection, for endless curiosity, for grief and despair, for profound joy in the everyday, and for peace.

May this second volume of The Sound of a Writer's Voice continue to help you in finding your own. Order your copy today. https://www.amazon.com/Sound-Writers-Voice-Window-Mirror/dp/163337730X?fbclid=IwY2xjawETiztleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHX3aolWLO2eybV3qdMYUFX5vqiyf3ocIFgQHQMifqPqJIObkGaJAnOrBKA_aem_CKxUh0-qc78ab4s3B0xNwA

The Sound of a Writer's Voice: Both a Window and a Mirror Volume II The Sound of a Writer's Voice: Both a Window and a Mirror Volume II

“Creativity is a combination of discipline and childlike spirit.” – Robert Greene

What started out as an epilogue turned into a book of its own. The 13 stories you will read are compelling. They should be. Told by actual combat veterans of the Vietnam conflict, they reflect on so many battles that were fought; battles that were of the "kill, or be killed" type. The stories are, at times, raw. Other times they are humorous. Some end well, some do not.

One thing for sure is that every one of these fine gentlemen are heroes of the highest order. I found them humble and unassuming about taking on this role. I hope this book will elevate them to their proper place, along with their countless comrades in arms.

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Every Perspective has a Voice, Every Voice has a Perspective: 13 Compelling Stories as Told by Combat Veterans Every Perspective has a Voice, Every Voice has a Perspective: 13 Compelling Stories as Told by Combat Veterans

"Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body and prayer is to the soul." - Matthew Kelly

The F.B.I.'s supercomputer produces a list of cases, which it deems are related. The profile team finds no connections between any of the cases. How do you check if a supercomputer is malfunctioning?

S.A.I. Super artificial intelligence is the next step in the evolution of technology. Government, science, law enforcement, and the military, collectively spark a giant leap forward; in an effort to catch a serial killer. A truly fresh set of eyes to seek out a ghost.

This new awareness holds an infinite amount of information, potential, and possibility. Mankind can produce such great achievements, and yet be ever so barbarous.

Order your copy of Phillip A. Weaver's book today! Don't forget to leave an honest review on Amazon or Goodreads when you're finished. https://www.amazon.com/am-L-I-M-Phillip-Weaver/dp/1633374718/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2MWN0ZU8NNIOG&keywords=I%20am%20L.I.A.M.%20book%20proving%20press&qid=1646864709&sprefix=i%20am%20l.i.a.m.%20book%20proving%20press%2Caps%2C106&sr=8-1&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1YAOw-ZGCi5csc2ZO_S8IorrZeigGrMxAtcd12yX5c1JxB5gTt-pYDgq8_aem_8-INLHeEnrL48hnxDlJbAw

I am L.I.A.M. I am L.I.A.M.

"If you want to be a writer, you must do two things above all others: read a lot and write a lot." - Stephen King

Poet, and now editor, Stark Hunter returns with his tenth poetic enterprise, Monster Trees; this time showcasing the obscure poetry of unknown poetauteur, Harry Pim.

Born in 1913 in Wigan, England, Harry Pim spent decades riding the Canadian rails as a fireman. On the side, however, this indefatigable, and still living artist, has produced a trove of obscure but fascinating poetry. At age 107 and still counting, Pim has, it seems, broken all records for longevity and madness.

His secret? According to Pim, a terrible diet of greasy fast-foods, a daily imbibing of his home-made, black syrupy beer (even thicker than Turkish coffee), and his ever-smoking briar pipe filled with sativa bud, are the reasons he has not yet said hello to, as T. S. Eliot once described him, ‘the Eternal Footman.’

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Monster Trees: The Obscure Poems of Harry Pim Monster Trees: The Obscure Poems of Harry Pim

“A good story is a dream shared by the author and the reader. Anything that wakes the reader from the dream is a mortal sin.” ― Victor J. Banis

When twelve-year-old Ya'el is taken prisoner by the -Babylonians, her ability to write saves her life. A girl scribe, unique in the Empire, she's destined for slavery in the palace of king Nebuchadnezzar. Days later, her ruined city of Jerusalem is far behind. She struggles to survive on the long brutal trek, while strange dreams disturb her sleep. Her impulsiveness and passion for learning earn her hostility from fellow prisoners and murderous hatred from Babylonian guards.

Desperate to avoid her looming fate, she's forced to confront her own complicity in the vitriol directed at her. And the dreams are getting stranger.

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By the Waters of Babylon By the Waters of Babylon

"Think before you speak. Read before you think." – Fran Lebowitz

Oswald, the world’s most famous boy detective, is in Greece. He must make a perilous journey to rescue his little sister, LilyBaby. Guided by Mr. Beku, a strange half-man, half-toad creature, Oswald meets fantastic Greek heroes and faces man-eating monsters.

"This was such a fun book to read! The young protagonist is relatable to young readers and keeps the story moving along. Beautiful illustrations and a little Greek mythology are added bonuses!" -Amazon Reviewer

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An Ode to a Grecian Toad: A Boy Detective Story An Ode to a Grecian Toad: A Boy Detective Story

“Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.” – Joseph Addison

The Gannon Fox family leads a beautiful life in a cozy place called Fox Hollow. Guided by Momma Fox, the foxes frolic and play, letting their imaginations lead them on adventures, but they always take time to express their gratitude to God for His everlasting love and protection.

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Momma Fox: Always There for Her Seven Little Foxes Momma Fox: Always There for Her Seven Little Foxes

"Everybody walks past a thousand story ideas every day. The good writers are the ones who see five or six of them. Most people don’t see any." - Orson Scott Card

The Ohio State football team entered the 2002 season having won only 21 of its last 36 games, with a second-year-but highly successful in Division I-AA-coach, a quarterback who had one touchdown pass and one complete game-but had a win over Michigan-in his first two years, and a freshman running back. But, they had a potentially productive kicking game, a solid defense-led by a two-time All-American who had a mission to win a national championship-and a big-play receiver returning.

All of these meshed into a perfect 14-0 season, with seven of the 14 wins by seven points or less, including the dramatic 31-24 double-overtime win over Miami for the national championship, their first since 1968.

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Ohio State Football 2002: The Improbable National Championship Ohio State Football 2002: The Improbable National Championship

“Never trust anyone who has not brought a book with them.” — Lemony Snicket

This book is about the best 'Headphone Music' ever recorded, at least in the opinion of California writer, Stark Hunter-a baby boomer and old hippie, born in 1952. With a lifetime of listening to all genres of music under his belt, it is his opinion this book contains the best music to hear while wearing headphones, or in today's vernacular, ear buds. Consisting of 27 recommended "headphone" playlists, Hunter spent 13 years reading and researching articles on classical and contemporary music history, plus spending hundreds, perhaps thousands, of hours exploring and listening to recommended albums, cassettes and 8-track tapes, a majority of which were popular in the booming postwar era of the 50's, 60's and 70's.

It is hoped the readers of this book will approach these music playlists with calm and curious equanimity. It is also recommended that the reader actually makes the effort to look up these carefully chosen musical masterpieces, and spend quality time listening to them, preferably wearing headphones or ear buds. That is the point of this book.

If truth be known, it is a far different (and more satisfying) listening experience when no one else can hear what you, the listener, is hearing-that is, wonderful musical sounds in the privacy of your own ears and mind. There is an indescribable intimacy involved when it is just you, the listener, interacting with the music. Thank goodness for headphones-they provide a Cone of Silence, wherein listeners can escape to their own private worlds of music and sound.

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Mind Tavern: Essential Music Playlists for the Headphone Generation Mind Tavern: Essential Music Playlists for the Headphone Generation

“Almost all good writing begins with terrible first efforts. You need to start somewhere.” – Anne Lamott

Laughter keeps us sane-which is the first reason to laugh at the lunacies of living.

Deranged neighbors, sadistic physical education teachers, oblivious military officers, children who have seen way too much, bad dates, friendly bikers, backwoods roadside assistance, camping, sailors and seasickness, and dogs with overflowing bladders. Sloter's book has it all!

"What's it like to travel across the globe with an extremely intelligent and resilient person who knows how to tell a story? Get this book and you'll find out! If you're nostalgic for the 60s, 70s, 80's, there's some really cozy, fascinating and entertaining content you'll relate to. You'll find yourself right at home as you read. The author's warmth and insight really make you feel as though you're along for the ride." - Amazon Reviewer

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Laughing at Life's Lunacies Laughing at Life's Lunacies

“The secret of it all is to write… without waiting for a fit time or place.” – Walt Whitman

Swimming was everything to Emmi. Because of it, she became a winner, saved lives, stood out, discovered love, and found pure happiness. But after that day, she never wanted to swim again.

"I really enjoyed this book and read it in one weekend! It was a quick read and kept my interest with some great twists and turns in the storyline!" - Amazon Reviewer

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The Waves Keep Crashing The Waves Keep Crashing

"A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies... The man who never reads lives only one." – George R.R. Martin

Steve Basford had a 50 year streak of not missing a home Ohio State football game snapped by the 2020 pandemic, with 39 of those years in the press box as a statistician. In addition, he has attended several road games in California, Washington, Arizona, Texas, and other states. This book captures his memories of decades of Ohio State games, and includes over 500 amazing Fun Facts.

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Buckeye Memories: From the Couch, the Stands, and the Press Box... and a Few Fun Facts Steve Basford had a 50 year streak of not missing a home Ohio State football game snapped by the 2020 pandemic, with 39 of those years in the press box as a statistician. In addition, he has attended several road games in California, Washington, Arizona, Texas, and other states. This book capture...

"I write to give myself strength. I write to be the characters that I am not. I write to explore all the things I’m afraid of." - Joss Whedon

Eliana and her family were struggling to survive. Her papa had died, and his family had come to take everything away. Then one day, something changed. Something happened to Eliana's Mama that brought the sparkling light back to her eyes and forever changed her family. When all seemed lost, she found a reason to hope again.

All proceeds from this book go directly to Weaving Grace Ministry to help the widows in Burkina Faso who have lost everything. The purchase of this book helps the widows receive a micro-loan to start a business, connect with a community, and fully live again.

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The Light in Mama's Eyes The Light in Mama's Eyes

“There is no greater power on this earth than story.” — Libba Bray

The award-winning Chikondra Trilogy continues...

Zeteron's mission to weaken the Dil-Terra Interplanetary Alliance grows. The galactic union's leadership relies more than ever on its dedicated diplomatic corps to stem destabilization attempts and maintain tenuous peace.

Critical missions force Senior Field Minister Warnach Sirinoya to face new, daunting perils. He must confront the dangers his vocation poses to his newfound personal peace and the life of his new advocate. Meanwhile, bringing fresh optimism and energy to her new career in diplomacy, Sandra Warner demonstrates the value of her intelligence, determination, and intuition in the face of adversity. She also gives Warnach something to ponder...

Greater mysteries than he can ever hope to comprehend.

"The saga found in this series is rich with action - keeps one engrossed to the very end of the book, and eagerly awaiting more." -Amazon Reviewer

Order your copy of the second book in The Chikondra Trilogy today! Don't forget to leave your own review on Amazon or Goodreads when you're finished. https://www.amazon.com/Whispers-Prophecy-Challenge-Chikondra-Trilogy/dp/1633373657/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_2?crid=11NJM53Y2HAHC&keywords=Whispers%20from%20Prophecy%3A%20Love%20Bear%20the%20Challenge%20(book%202%20of%203)%20(The%20Chikondra%20Trilogy)%20book%20proving%20press&qid=1656438041&sprefix=whispers%20from%20prophecy%20love%20bear%20the%20challenge%20book%202%20of%203%20the%20chikondra%20trilogy%20book%20proving%20press%2Caps%2C117&sr=8-2-fkmr1&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0njfljiEAG7qUD1y5RLPIRvkxOFnAlpMlKgOrd9YHQb_634xFzoSNOofM_aem_AdaZ9eZcOmVFvLzUqHB1VlJQw-H0tgucSBZqgxNDCkdDAXKezpXYBBjtWXnYO6An2IkrkEmMyeKJbgvLC23Oc0_X

Whispers from Prophecy: Love Bear the Challenge (The Chikondra Trilogy) Whispers from Prophecy: Love Bear the Challenge (The Chikondra Trilogy)

“I believe that writing is derivative. I think good writing comes from good reading.” ― Charles Kuralt

Jews who Helped Settle the Wild West is a historical overview of the brave men and women who helped found America. Using profiles of important people and places in this exciting period in our nation’s history, author Edwin Radin sheds light on the important role that Judaism played in the taming of the United States.

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Jews Who Helped Settle the Wild West Jews Who Helped Settle the Wild West

“The art of writing is the art of discovering what you believe.” – Gustave Flaubert