Bestselling, Award Winning Novelist Rusty Blackwood Announces No Charge Download Of New Ebook, Before The Grandeur: The Making Of A Horsemaster

The new book is the prequel to the Autumn series of books.

Award-winning novelist Rusty Blackwood has announced that the ebook version of her latest novel Before The Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster, will be available at no charge September 10 and 11, 2026 at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Rusty-Blackwood/author/B0092XLBRM.

Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster, is the prequel to the thrilling Autumn Trilogy of books certain to immerse readers into the equestrian world of professional racing, concealed secrets, and an unfaltering love, demonstrating that determination and grit can turn uncertainty into triumph.

Every legacy begins with a choice - Before the grandeur came the master.

The village of South Wood Chester, Gloucestershire, England, offered little for its residents, and for the deprived young Englishman, Cyril Landon, born into this stricken world of poverty, the road in every aspect appeared hopeless.

A chance for success in any field appeared far removed from his grasp. But life underestimated this young man, for he was filled with determination, grit, and an endless drive to achieve much better than his station in life was offering, and he would not settle for less.

A labourer’s situation at a local farm provided a window into a possible future that he had never given thought to, as he stepped through an opened door that would open many more. Little did he know at that time how far his choice would take him.

In his review, Richard Prause of Readers Favorite said, "It doesn't depend on manufactured plot twists to drive the story. Instead, it focuses on the simple, powerful moments of a man earning the trust of a stallion. It’s a perceptive exploration of ambition and loyalty, indeed. If you appreciate character-driven historical fiction, this novel is well worth your time.

Another reviewer, Asher Syed stated, "Overall, this will be a boon for readers who are already fans of the series, and a brilliant introduction to fans-in-waiting."

"I am pleased to offer, Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster, at no charge during this timeframe," stated Blackwood. "Born into extreme poverty with little hope of survival, Cyril Landon's difficult beginnings throughout England's horrific war years, will better assist readers in understanding the difficult journey that precedes the grandeur awaiting them in The Perils of Autumn. For fans of Historical Fiction, this page-turner is a must read."

The new book is available at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Rusty-Blackwood/author/B0092XLBRM.

For The Perils Of Autumn, the first book in the series, Blackwood was named as a finalist in the Fiction Romance category by International Book Awards in the 2019 International Book Awards, the 10th annual awards program. She was also named a finalist in the American Book Fest's 2019 awards program in the same category. The first book also received a 5-star rating from Reader's Favorite.

The first book in the series, The Perils Of Autumn, set primarily in the early 1970’s, centers on a young Kentucky woman. Autumn Leeves is born in 1946 to Abigail Leeves, an unwed mother who struggles to make ends meet. Shunned by society of the time, mother and daughter find themselves in peril until they meet a kind old shopkeeper who takes them in.

By 1970, Autumn graduates nursing school and is sent on assignment by the local hospital to care for the terminally ill wife of middle-aged English equestrian master, Cyril Landon. Landon is the owner of Landon Lawns Stables, successful Thoroughbred racing stable located just outside Lexington, Kentucky. Duff Taylor, world renowned jockey lives full-time at Landon Lawns and enjoys the many benefits it brings. Duff has a dark secret surrounding an unsolved racing incident from his past that he will go to any length to protect.

Autumn arrives at Landon Manor in time to be thrown into the fray and finds herself caught in the ongoing disruption that ensues. Cyril and Autumn find themselves attracted to each other, but their ensuing romance is plagued by those trying to stop it, but they rise above it and marry. However, peril again knocks at the door when Abigail suddenly dies, leaving a pregnant Autumn to mourn her loss while fighting to not miscarry her baby who is born through a perilous birth.

Reviewers have also lavished praise on 'The Perils Of Autumn'. Ray Simmons said, "Romance and good writing come together perfectly in Rusty Blackwood's 'The Perils of Autumn'. A great read." Trudi LoPreto said, "This book has it all and more. Please do not pass up 'The Perils of Autumn' - you will not be sorry."

Blackwood's previous 5-star rated romantic fiction novel, 'Willow's Walk', followed the release of 'Passions in Paris: Revelations of a Lost Diary'.

Willow's Walk:

Willow's Walk' is a gripping tale that holds readers captive from the very first page. Set in the beautiful city of Ottawa, Canada in 2003, this touching story centers on the life and times of a woman determined to prevail at all costs, regardless of what is set before her, the result of which is certain to leave the reader reeling in its wake.

'Willow's Walk' also received a number of 5-star reviews from professional reviewers. Maria Beltran stated, "I highly recommend this book." Gisela Dixon said, “I thoroughly enjoyed reading about the life of a person presented in such a wonderful manner." Another said, "Brutally honest. I was touched by the bittersweet conclusion that sometimes purpose and happiness are only found through great tragedy ..."

Passions in Paris:

Blackwood's first romantic fiction novel is a sweeping saga written in the tradition of Bram Stoker's 'Dracula' and 'What Dreams May Come'. It has been compared to Erich Segal's 'Love Story' and Nicholas Sparks' 'The Notebook'.

'Passions in Paris' likewise received rave reviews. Linkk Kula Kane said, "Passions in Paris I think stands its ground with these other powerful romantic stories like 'The Notebook' by Nicolas Sparks." Reader Fred Pifer stated that “'Passions', is a fascinating book of a love story that seemed to be written with me in mind. In the book 'Love Story' by Erich Segal, he told of a deep abiding love story that reminds me of Cullen and Joy’s in Ms. Blackwood’s book, but the twists of intrigue and mystery that she adds keeps the reader on edge throughout."

Information on all of Blackwood's work is available at Blackwood's site. Readers can download paperback and Kindle versions of her books at Amazon sites worldwide, including Amazon.ca. 'Rusty Blackwood, A 3 Part Retrospect' is available at her website and on YouTube.

Rusty Blackwood is available for interview in the Toronto and Niagara areas and can be reached using the information below or by email at writerrusty@hotmail.ca. More information is available at her website at http://www.rusty-blackwood.com. All of her books are available at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Rusty-Blackwood/author/B0092XLBRM.

Profile:

Rusty Blackwood is a prolific Indie author of romantic fiction, short story comedies, contemporary and traditional poetry and children's books. Her first love is romantic fiction, but she crosses genres with ease.

Contact:

Rusty Blackwood
http://www.Rusty-Blackwood.com
writerrusty@hotmail.ca 

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Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show® Lineup For The Week Of September 7, 2026

The Authors Show® serves as a resource for authors and allows members to engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. The site offers professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

Don McCauley has announced The Authors Show® broadcast schedule for the week of September 7, 2026. The new show schedule is available at The Authors Show® site.

For those who hope to sell books on the Internet, the challenge can be daunting. It can be confusing difficult, time consuming and expensive. The Authors Show® helps authors overcome these challenges by providing opportunities for greater visibility.

The Authors Show® shows offer professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

The Authors Show® lineup for the week of September 7, 2026

Sep 7  
Channel 1     Tom Strelich (USA) 
Channel 2     Laura Moss White (USA) 
Channel 3     Mindy L. Wallace (USA) 
Channel 4     Donna Louis (USA) 
Channel 5     Chadney T Lewis (USA) 
Channel 6     Eric Madeen (Japan) 
Channel 7     Linda Maria Frank and JoAnn Vergona Krapp (USA) 

Sep 8  
Channel 1     Nancy Hicks Marshall (USA) 
Channel 2     Marie Lisette Rimer (USA) 
Channel 3     Nicole Patrice Stackhouse (USA) 
Channel 4     Steve Bassett (USA) 
Channel 5     Arthur Lih (USA) 
Channel 6     Renee Budde (USA) 
Channel 7     Alfred James Dansbury, Sr. (USA) 

Sep 9  
Channel 1     Don Baldwin (Ireland) 
Channel 2     Lois W. Stern (USA) 
Channel 3     Steve Bassett (USA) 
Channel 4     Dr. Kixx Goldman (USA) 
Channel 5     Jacob Fishbein (USA) 
Channel 6     Jessica Mann (USA) 
Channel 7     Elizabeth A. Carter, PhD (USA) 

Sep 10  
Channel 1     Sara Causey (USA) 
Channel 2     Randy Rauh (USA) 
Channel 3     Susan Appel (USA) 
Channel 4     Richard Trayler (USA) 
Channel 5     Barbara Camp (USA) 
Channel 6     McCracken Poston (USA) 
Channel 7     Slav Ostin (USA) 

Sep 11 - Sep 13  
Channel 1     Matthew Mellett (USA) 
Channel 2     Sandy Hope Stewart (USA) 
Channel 3     Elisabeth Haggblade (USA) 
Channel 4     Richard H Ballo (USA) 
Channel 5     Jordan M Eilbert (USA) 
Channel 6     Sharon Fallon Shreve (USA) 
Channel 7     James Olson (USA) 

Profile:

The Authors Show® is a professional interview podcast created in 2005 that offers participants multiple benefits that authors who are serious about marketing their work need to consider, especially inasmuch as these benefits have long lasting effects. The Authors Show broadcasts interviews on multiple channels, each featuring one individual author for a full 24hrs Monday through Thursday, and 3-day weekends, Friday through Sunday. 

Contact:

Don McCauley
The Authors Show®
https://theauthorsshow.com

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Bestselling Author Dr Barbara Becker Holstein Announces Two New Books, Three Industry Awards For New Film, I Had An Affair With My Husband

Dr. Holstein, an internationally known Positive Psychologist, is the creator of The Enchanted Self ®, a positive psychology method for happiness, and is a pioneer in Selfies as Film.

Bestselling author and award-winning film maker Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein has announced her latest film, I Had An Affair With My Husband, has received 3 new awards. The awards were bestowed by the Mei International Film Festival, The Los Angeles Short Film Awards And the Singapore Film and Script Festival

A special screening of the film was held July 1, 2026 at Basie Center Cinemas Theatre in Red Bank, NJ and opened to rave reviews, due to the film's clever and emotionally rewarding premise.

The story explores a unique and humorous dynamic between a married couple. The wife finds herself falling in love with a new voice her husband has developed, which leads to an improved intimate life but also triggers intense jealousy in the husband toward his own voice. The narrative follows their journey as they navigate these unusual feelings, eventually seeking help from a therapist to address the disconnect between the husband's persona and this new "identity."

Ultimately, the couple reaches an honest understanding. They realize that while the voice is a fantasy they can occasionally enjoy—and perhaps even expand upon with other personas—their real love for one another remains the foundation of their relationship.

The film is a lighthearted romp that uses an unusual scenario to explore real themes of honesty and fantasy within a marriage.

The film will be released later in 2026.

“We are excited about this film as it explores many facets of marriage in a way that is not only funny but can inform people about the many aspects of having a partner,” Holstein stated. “In fact, many people have been suggesting we develop this film into a series that continues to present issues that couples deal with in interesting and humorous ways. Both my husband and I look forward to developing it as a series.”

She also announced two new books, now available in print form on Amazon.

The King of the Numbers is a children's book that stresses the importance of the number zero. While zero can mean nothing, it is also one of the most important numbers, as when paired with other numbers, it greatly increases the value of the paired number. This gives Zero, the hero of the story, his well-deserved reputation as the King of numbers,

The second book, Poetry by Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, was penned by Dr. Holstein as a young person during a fragile and exciting period in her life. In her words, "poetry tells us in a few words what we feel and see often in our lives that we don't really know how to put into words."

“I wrote the first drafts many years ago,” she said, “and then put them aside. Recently I decided to make them public.”

Both books are now available at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U.

Dr. Holstein is known for wrapping Positive Psychology concepts in forms of media that people find engaging, relatable and inspiring. These include:

Six bestselling, award-winning books (perfect for school libraries)

Four self-esteem workbooks for girls 8 and up

Award-winning films and coming of age selfie films

Podcasts

Dedicated websites

Stage plays

A library of articles

Ted-style talks

As a school psychologist and in her private practice, Dr. Holstein has worked with many children and parents, helping them to develop life skills in decision-making, recognition of their own talents, feel more courageous, and helping both kids and parents develop more successful inter-generational skills. Her last book, ‘Conflict and a Bit of Magic’, helps kids build self-esteem though reading the journal of a girl, identifying with the girl, and understanding they have more courage and resiliency than they thought they had. The book is based on the experiences of the already famous “girl” from 'The Truth, Diary of a Gutsy Tween' and 'Secrets, Diary of a Gutsy Teen', and achieved bestseller status in the multi-generational families category.

Dr. Holstein’s latest workbook for kids, ‘Secrets’ achieved bestseller status in the ‘Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Depression’ category.

Dr. Holstein's cutting-edge presentations, most recently based on the Covid-19 pandemic issues, can be found on both YouTube, Vimeo and on the Roku channel and Amazon Fire TV, titled as 'The Enchanted Self Presents'.

Dr. Holstein created The Selfie Showcase, a new project emerging from The Selfie Project, that allows young people to voice their opinions on subjects that matter to young people, including the pandemic.

The Selfie Showcase allows kids, teens, and young adults ages 13 to 18 to candidly express their concerns, worries, observations and possible solutions by creating selfie videos or films around important subjects using a smartphone. Dr. Holstein's mission is to help rectify, in several ways, some issues young people face by giving them a chance to engage with others in meaningful ways about the anxiety and stress they must grapple with constantly.

Dr. Holstein is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at barbara.holstein@gmail.com.More information about the Selfie Showcase is available at http://www.selfiefilmmakers.com. Selfie videos and selfie films can be uploaded at the site. Potential podcast guests can contact Dr. Holstein by email. More information is available at her primary website at http://www.enchantedself.com.

Profile:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, internationally known Positive Psychologist is the creator of The Enchanted Self ®, a positive psychology method for happiness and a pioneer in Selfies as Film. Dr. Holstein's Enchanted Self website was included as one of the best websites in positive psychology. She is in private practice in Long Branch, New Jersey with her husband, Dr. Russell M. Holstein.

Dr. Barbara can be found on the web, interviewed, writing articles and posting video 'TED' style talks on Happiness, Positive Psychology, Relationships and Parenting. Her Roku channel is: The Enchanted Self Presents.

She has been a contributor to Your Tango, Heart and Soul, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Honey Good, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Redbook, Real Simple, Women’s World, The Wall Street Journal, Psychcentral.com, Time online, Readers Digest, Parade, The Today Show and Family Circle Magazine.

Contact:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein
barbara.holstein@gmail.com
http://www.enchantedself.com 

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Eric Madeen's Bestselling Book, Water Drumming In The Soul: A Novel of Racy Love in the Heart of Africa, Available In E-book Format At No Charge August 31 Through September 2, 2026

Madeen is a Senior Associate Professor of Modern Literature at Tokyo City University and Lecturer at Keio University. He writes cross-genre but terms himself as unclassifiable and has penned a number of Amazon bestsellers.

Eric Madeen's bestselling work of literary fiction, 'Water Drumming In The Soul: A Novel of Racy Love in the Heart of Africa,’ will be available at no charge in ebook form August 31 through September 2, 2026 at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Eric-Madeen/author/B08VGRNJVW.

'Water Drumming In The Soul' is a transformative journey inspired by Madeen's adventures in Africa.

In this fiery tale set in steamy equatorial Africa, Peace Corps volunteer David Fields is on mission: to build a medical dispensary in a village where spells are cast on enemies and fear of a witch doctor reigns. David seldom has his bearings – cultural or geographical – and must fight a cocktail of tropical maladies as well as social taboos as he throws himself into work. Until he meets Assam. Captivated by her water drumming, her playing the stream as a drum, David is drawn to her early on and becomes the hunter captured by the game. And what a rollicking game of love it is - with a tension or excitement between them that never dissipates, until the haunting end.

In the same manner as bestselling travel author Paul Theroux, Eric Madeen has never stopped seeing himself as a Peace Corps volunteer. Just after graduating from the University of Arizona, he helped to build a primary school complex in Francophone Gabon, Africa. In an equatorial village ringed by rainforest, his journey turned unexpectedly personal: he went hunting for monkeys to fill the cooking pot, got lost for three days, and came home with more than a story. It was there, in that wild landscape, that he fell in love—and the experience would later be transformed into fiction, giving his first novel, Water Drumming in the Soul, a vivid, lived-in reality.

Readers and reviewers have expressed high praise for 'Water Drumming In The Soul.' One Amazon reviewer said, "Water Drumming in the Soul” not only tells a passionate love story, but it also delves into thought-provoking themes like culture, identity, and the power of human connection. It's a rollercoaster of emotions that'll have you laughing, crying, and everything in between. This isn't your typical love story! This novel is so well-written and full of unexpected twists you’ll keep flipping those pages. Plus, the characters are well-developed -- rounded in their complexities -- that you'll feel like you've known them forever. So, if you're ready for a wild and adventurous ride, grab a copy of this modern-day classic ASAP!"

Zaheer Baber, Professor of Sociology at University of Toronto, said, "Madeen's storytelling prowess shines through and resonates with authenticity. The characters, particularly Assam, are beautifully developed, challenging traditional stereotypes as in presenting a more nuanced and genuine portrayal of African culture.”

Elizabeth Montano, author of The Eternal Dawn Trilogy, called it "a novel so beautifully and realistically written I found it on par with works by whom we consider masters … Hemingway definitely comes to mind."

Eric Madeen writes cross-genre, and is the author of several books:

Tokyo-ing! - This is an apt title for this bestselling trio of tales chiming with anyone even slightly interested in Asia’s or rather the world’s most dynamic megalopolis and its glazing of layers – be they cultural or taking-wing exuberant. Madeen does deep dives in three fascinating directions and voices, including the persona in first-person female. Then doesn’t let readers come up for air because they don’t want to - until the delicious end.

Asian Trail Mix: True Tales From Borneo to Japan is a bestselling travelogue mixing it up on the Asian Trail in a voice that's by turns personal, passionate and ohhhh so very soulful. "So I get up at dawn and marvel at fog burning off into mist tumbling down like the finest mosquito netting of silk. The hills beyond the rivers' confluence, like shoulders of a woman undressing, the way the misty shroud lifts off feminine curves, higher and higher ... I tingle all over, feeling there on Borneo the dream tug of Joseph Conrad's fiction, notably his early Malaya Quartet therein Lord Jim."

By turns literarily pathbreaking and intimate, this smorgasbord of travel essays scales down the sprawl of Asia by focusing on the unique and revelatory in gemmy prose. See up close and personal the razzmatazz of novice monks at play in northern Laos, the bonding with hustling pedicab drivers in Ho Chi Minh City, the rainforests blazed on gutsy treks across Borneo and Thailand's Elephant Island and novel things Japanese. Served up nice and spicy, Asian Trail Mix is slathered across 12 rocking-it essays plus a tall tale at its glorious ending, making for a baker's dozen of sumptuousness.

Tennis Clubbed, Snubbed and Rubbity-Dub Dubbed is his third novel. In historically rich Yokohama, where Captain Perry and his Black Ships cracked open Japan, the wicked shiver of the tennis snub in the postmodern present pits David Adams against K: a puffed-up xenophobic tyrant who rules over the courts of a club that has as its anthem, ironically, the promotion of international friendship, modelled on the world’s 2nd oldest tennis club on whose board Madeen had the privilege of serving.

‘Water Drumming In The Soul: A Novel Of Racy Love in the Heart of Africa' will be available at no charge in e-book format August 31 through September 2, 29, 2026 at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Eric-Madeen/author/B08VGRNJVW.

Eric Madeen is available for media interviews and can be reached at ericmadeen777@gmail.com. All of his books are available at Amazon. More information is available at his website at https://ericmadeen.org.

About Eric Madeen:

Eric Madeen is a recently retired associate professor of modern literature at Tokyo City University and an adjunct professor at Keio University. He's an award-winning author of six books. His writing has been published widely -- in Time, Asia Week, The East, Daily Yomiuri, Tokyo Journal, Kyoto Journal, Metropolis, Mississippi Review, ANA's inflight magazine Wingspan with its 350,000 some monthly readers, Peace Corps Worldwide, East Of The Web, Japanophile, Yomimono, The Pretentious Idea, Tombstone Epitaph, several anthologies, academic journals, therein his seminal essay "Under Western and Eastern Eyes" jointly published by the Ministry of Education of the Western Federation, Russia, and the Joseph Conrad Foundation, USA, and so on.

Madeen has been featured in several radio interviews and podcasts, notably Fascinating People, Fascinating Places, about the late Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Dr. Albert Schweitzer and his creation of a durable hospital in Lambarene, Gabon. Madeen’s investigative feature of the polymath Schweitzer and his enduring hospital won him a Profile in Citizenship from Peace Corps Worldwide. Madeen once made his living copywriting for what was then the world's largest ad agency Dentsu, for clients as diverse as Mazda, Subaru, Canon, Konica, Nikko Hotels International and Sony.

Just out of the University of Arizona which made him as a penman, Madeen served for 2.3 years as a Peace Corps volunteer in Francophone Gabon, Africa, where he built a primary school complex in an equatorial village surrounded by rainforest, a mind-blowing experience which inspired his first novel, Water Drumming in the Soul, shelfed not only in the Permanent Collection of Books by Peace Corps Writers in the Library of Congress but many readers’ hearts.

Contact:

Eric Madeen
https://ericmadeen.org
ericmadeen777@gmail.com 

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Bestselling Author Jody Sharpe Announces New Angel Story On Angel Stories YouTube Channel, New Audiobook Version Of Bestselling Novel, 20 Moon Road

Submitted angel stories will be considered for Sharpe's YouTube channel, Angel Stories, and the story may be fictionalized and included in her next book.

Bestselling author Jody Sharpe has announced a new angel story for her Angel Stories channel on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@jodysharpe6337. In this real life angel story Judy, "met an an angel at an AA meeting but at the time he appeared in human form," Sharpe stated. "Her sister was struggling with drug abuse. The stranger, a man she didn’t know, gave her a message that her sister would be okay.

"It took thirty years for Judy to tell the story. It’s a story of intervention which is the greatest gift to give anyone suffering from drug abuse. Intervention helped someone in my own family find strength and resolve.

"Judy’s story is one of sisterly love. She cared enough for her sister’s well-being and went the loving distance to help. That’s what love is all about isn’t it? We meet these angels so many times not knowing they are real angels at the time until they have gone from sight. They help us grow with whispers of encouragement and hope. They let us fall when we need to learn."

Sharpe also announced the release of the audiobook version of her bestselling novel, 20 Moon Road, An Angel's Tale. 20 Moon Road is book 5 in the Mystic Bay Series. More audiobooks will follow shortly.

Jody has been collecting angel stories for a very long time. Some of these stories are her own experiences, while others were submitted to her. Many find their way into her bestselling books. Sharpe was a 1st Place Winner of the 2023 National Association of Press Women's Communications Contest Award for Fiction For Adult Readers - Novellas, and the 2024 National Association of Press Women's Communications Contest For Fiction - Novellas.

Sharpe is now actively seeking more real-life angel stories. The stories can be submitted at her website at https://jodysharpe.com. Not all stories are accepted. If accepted, the story will be included on her YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zFlB6SCAJg&t=14s, and may be included in her next book.

Her latest book, New Angel In Town, is based on stories she has heard throughout the years. These fictionalized stories are embedded throughout the book.

In this book, a secret still lies in Mystic Bay, California. Angels live as humans there. But more miracles happen when Angel Ken and others help Ron, a new angel, as he swoops into town. Guardian Angel Ron flies down to live a human existence to make sure his charge, Evan, a boy in foster care, finds a forever home.

Meanwhile, writer Noah Greenstreet is writing a film showcasing the townsfolk’s angel encounters. With twists and turns and a bully to turn around, Angel Ron has to decide if he will stay in the harmonious town. Will Evan find a forever home? Will love and goodwill help Angel Ron decide to stay? With angels at the helm, readers ride along on another miraculous story of the angels of Mystic Bay.

Readers and reviewers have lavished praise on the new book. One Amazon reviewer said, "Just when I thought I couldn't love the Mystic Bay series more, Jody released the most breathtaking installment yet! Book 7 is a masterclass in child advocacy, true love, & angel-ology that blends emotional depth with a community of compassion.

The concept of angels living among us as humans is handled with such grace and wit. As always, I felt deeply immersed in the world of merciful Mystic Bay. Jody’s character development is phenomenal. Experiencing these heavenly beings grapple with human love, fear, & joy is pure magic. It’s heartfelt, sizzling, & absolutely un-putdownable. The reader will come away believing in Angels!

This book is a stunning addition to her magnificent series. It is a radiant reward of Jody’s keen dedication to bringing the love of angels into our world."

Another said, "The angel experiences shared in the book seem real and remind the reader of the meaning of love and how it can change lives. Surely we can put the values illustrated in this beautifully written book in our own lives and make our world a better place for all."

The book is available at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jody-Sharpe/author/B00DPL3382.

Other books by Jody Sharpe include:

To Catch an Angel - Jody is also the author of 'To Catch an Angel', written in memory of her late husband Steve. In 'To Catch an Angel', miracles happen in Mystic Bay, California, the town with the psychic and angel vibe. Angels are calling. Psychic Maggie Malone returns home to find she's swept up in the miracle of it all. She can't imagine why her mother left or who her father might be. But these questions pale in comparison to the wonder of the angels. Maggie meets writer, Noah Greenstreet. They realize they've met before, but where? Maggie and Noah embark on a journey to find our world is all awash with angels.

Town Of Angels - it's angel vs. Bully in the town of Mystic Bay, California, where a well-kept secret lies. Angels live as humans there. After angels appeared to three children, all was blissful in the town full of psychics, and ordinary folk. But as brute, Klaus Waxman, comes to town, angel Ken Leighton, a storeowner, must carefully guide his flock of humans not to give in to the bully's efforts.As Klaus opens a store mocking the resident angel sightings, angel Ken guides psychic Justine Greer, and her family to thwart his efforts. And with the help of the indomitable oldest psychic in town, Madam Norma, the bully meets his match through the soft voices and intuitive minds of his neighbors.

Town Of Angels Christmas - The bully never wins. A secret lies in Mystic Bay California. Angels live as humans there. Angel Ken, a storeowner, fears the secret will be revealed when vet, Jordana Hart, a woman with special healing abilities moves to town.

Years before Angel Ken materialized as an old man, changing the course of her life. Will Jordana recognize Angel Ken as the man from her past as they work together on a rescue mission to bring twenty-two horses to Mystic Bay before Christmas, will they see what lies before them, a Christmas story only the angels could write.

The Dog Who Came For Christmas - Meteorologist and psychic, Gayle Force Knight, proves to be a force to be reckoned with once more. While Gayle was sleeping, an angel sent her a vision of a future event. With her intuition, Gayle wonders, will she really meet the dog in her dream and save another one?

With the help of her intuitive husband, Alex Knight, and friends, Gayle sets on a course to rescue many more. But with surprising twists and turns of intrigue, both Gayle and Alex find there are always angels at the helm as they ride on their coattails.

20 Moon Road, An Angel's Tale - Miracles still happen in the town of Mystic Bay California. Angels live as humans there. Angel Ken, a former football coach, is surprised when his late best friend, the indomitable psychic, Madam Norma, appears in spirit form and asks him to write the story of her life through her memories she will send him. Surprising to Angel Ken, Madam Norma saw thousands of angels since childhood.

Special Needs Children followed her children's book about angels, When The Angel Sent Butterflies. The new book helps children understand that love from their parents and others surrounds them. Love conquers fear, and believing that angels are near can help sweep any childhood fear away. This concept is presented in the book when Angel Ken sends Jones and Kate butterflies. The book, appropriate for ages 2 to 7, is now available at Amazon and Ingram.

One of her latest books, Summer Of Angels, is a mystery novel. Meteorologist and psychic, Gayle Force proves a force to be reckoned with as she moves back to her beloved Mystic Bay, California. While sleeping, an angel sent her a vision in a dream of a future event. Gayle realizes she must use her intuition to save an old man from drowning. But who is this old man?

With the help of intuitive attorney, Alex Knight, she finds they are caught in the middle of a future crime. But can Gayle and Alex solve the case and save the old man before it’s too late? With surprising twists and turns of intrigue and love, Gayle and Alex find there are angels at the helm as they help prove the bully never wins.

In addition, on the "Tuesdays With The Angels" section of her site, Sharpe presents stories of real-life encounters with angels. The stories are available at Sharpe's website at http://www.jodysharpe.com.

Sharpe hopes to create a collection of angel stories that involve sightings of angels, interaction with angels, miraculous angel encounters, and other types of accounts or stories. Everyone is welcome to submit angel stories. All submissions will be considered, but inclusion is not guaranteed. Stories may be submitted at http://bit.ly/2FV8amd.

Sharpe's YouTube channel brings all of this together, offering segments on all of these topics. One topic of special interest is bullying, specifically as it relates to special needs children.

In addition to the National Federation of Press Women’s award, Jody was chosen as a winner in the annual "50 Great Writers You Should Be Reading" Book Awards. She was chosen from a field of hundreds of authors through a public voting process.

Jody also announced recently that two new screen treatments of her books are now available: The Angel's Daughter and Town Of Angels Christmas.

Jody Sharpe is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at sharpejody76@gmail.com. Angel stories can be submitted at http://bit.ly/2FV8amd. All of her books are available at online book retailers. New quotes will be added every Tuesday to the "Tuesdays With The Angels" section of her blog, which can be found at her website at http://www.JodySharpe.com.

Profile:

Jody Sharpe had a rewarding career as a Special Education teacher. Writing about angels became healing after losing her daughter and then her husband. The valuable lessons she learned about moving forward and loving life in the now have set her on a mission to tell the stories with love, humor and spiritual awakening. The fictitious town of Mystic Bay has given her an avenue to put characters and themes together hopefully enlightening the reader towards contemplation of the precious life and memories we are given.

Contact:

Jody Sharpe
sharpejody76@gmail.com
http://www.jodysharpe.com 

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Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show® Lineup For The Week Of August 24, 2026

The Authors Show® serves as a resource for authors and allows members to engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. The site offers professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

Don McCauley has announced The Authors Show® broadcast schedule for the week of August 24, 2026. The new show schedule is available at The Authors Show® site.

For those who hope to sell books on the Internet, the challenge can be daunting. It can be confusing difficult, time consuming and expensive. The Authors Show® helps authors overcome these challenges by providing opportunities for greater visibility.

The Authors Show® shows offer professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

The Authors Show® lineup for the week of August 24, 2026

Aug 24  
Channel 1     Don Baldwin (Ireland) 
Channel 2     Randy Rauh (USA) 
Channel 3     James R. Gregory (USA) 
Channel 4     Dr. Kixx Goldman (USA) 
Channel 5     David J. Mills (Canada) 
Channel 6     Rosanne D'Ausilio, Ph.D (USA) 
Channel 7     Slav Ostin (USA) 

Aug 25  
Channel 1     Erin Dohan (USA) 
Channel 2     Scott Ickes (USA) 
Channel 3     Thomas Gerard Fournier (USA) 
Channel 4     Richard Trayler (USA) 
Channel 5     Steve G Stratton (USA) 
Channel 6     Sharon Fallon Shreve (USA) 
Channel 7     Cathie Frank (USA) 

Aug 26  
Channel 1     Christine Tate (USA) 
Channel 2     Christine Tate (USA) 
Channel 3     Skye Smith (USA) 
Channel 4     Lisa Skinner (USA) 
Channel 5     Arthur Lih (USA) 
Channel 6     Donna Louis (USA) 
Channel 7     Chidimma A. Abuka, Ph.D. (USA) 

Aug 27  
Channel 1     Matthew Mellett (USA) 
Channel 2     Barbara Holstein (USA) 
Channel 3     Ryan Mandley  (USA) 
Channel 4     Sally Frances (USA) 
Channel 5     Phyllis Strupp (USA) 
Channel 6     Linda Maria Frank (USA) 
Channel 7     Bill Yarborough (USA) 

Aug 28 - Aug 30  
Channel 1     Christine Tate (USA) 
Channel 2     Scott Ickes (USA) 
Channel 3     Lia Giannakis (USA) 
Channel 4     Rob Dorgan (USA) 
Channel 5     Barbara Camp (USA) 
Channel 6     Rosanne D'Ausilio, Ph.D (USA) 
Channel 7     Grace Blair (USA) 

Profile:

The Authors Show® is a professional interview podcast created in 2005 that offers participants multiple benefits that authors who are serious about marketing their work need to consider, especially inasmuch as these benefits have long lasting effects. The Authors Show broadcasts interviews on multiple channels, each featuring one individual author for a full 24hrs Monday through Thursday, and 3-day weekends, Friday through Sunday. 

Contact:

Don McCauley
The Authors Show®
https://theauthorsshow.com 

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Aaron’s War, Bestselling Novel By Richard McMaster, Will Be Available At No Charge In Ebook Form August 19 And 20 2026 At Amazon

Aaron's War is an extraordinary work that will likely take its place as one of the best WWII historical fiction novels ever written.

Bestselling author Richard McMaster has announced that the ebook version of Aaron’s War: A Novel of War and Devotion will be available at no charge in ebook form August 19th and 20th, 2026 at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Richard-McMaster/author/B01LDIJ2QU.

Michael Punke, #1 New York Times best-selling author of ‘The Revenant’, called the book "a compelling and complex story of World War II."

Richard McMaster is an American novelist whose fiction focuses on how ordinary people overcome extraordinary obstacles. His novels often blend elements of historical fiction, psychological drama, suspense, mystery, romance and themes of faith, identity, and personal transformation. A recurring message throughout McMaster's work is that adversity shapes character. His protagonists are typically ordinary people facing moral dilemmas, loss, trauma, or major life transitions, with stories emphasizing perseverance, hope, and redemption rather than action alone.

'Aaron's War' details the struggles of a Jewish soldier's experience in WWII. It explores coming-of-age, antisemitism, forbidden marriage, PTSD, and substance abuse, resulting in a powerful story that takes the reader's breath away with its dramatic tale of love, bravery, and sacrifice.

Aaron Vanko, an innocent Iowa farm boy, faces the ultimate test that countless veterans have grappled with throughout history: the harrowing decision to take another's life in the name of duty.

But just as Aaron prepares to embark on this mission, a stunning revelation threatens to upend his entire world: he learns of his Jewish heritage, a discovery that shatters his sense of identity and his relationship with the love of his life.

Despite his fears, Aaron moves ahead, fueled by an unwavering sense of duty and patriotism. But now, he must wage war on two fronts - battling the enemy outside who seek to eradicate the Jewish race, and the inner with ethical dilemma that rages within his own soul.

Aaron is taken on an unforgettable journey of self-discovery, courage, and sacrifice, as he confronts the darkest corners of human nature and emerges forever changed.

Readers and reviewers have praised 'Aaron's War'. USA Today bestselling author Holly Roberts called Aarons War, "A coming of age story that grips your soul and takes you on a thought-provoking journey." Tom Porter, author of All I Need To Know About Business I Learned From A Duck stated, "An engaging, informative and thought-provoking tale of survival, love and faith. Make room for Richard McMaster on your list of up-and-coming authors." Lynn M. Safris said, “The descriptions and details given throughout this author's writing draw the reader into each page, making Aaron's journey feel like their own. I believe this book would appeal to a wide audience of readers. I truly enjoyed reading Aaron's War and I highly recommend this book."

The ebook version will be available at no charge at Amazon August 19 and 20 at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Richard-McMaster/author/B01LDIJ2QU.

Another novel, 'The Attic', achieved bestseller status in both contemporary fiction and psychology thrillers.

One reader asked, “Who would play the part of Byron in the movie? Who would play Sybie?”

One of the principal characters in 'The Attic', Sybie, was fashioned after a real high school classmate of the author who suffered from a rare genetic disorder. Some students called her Tic Toc because of the way she walked with her brace. Years later she meets Byron, a former classmate. She is a changed woman. They marry, but tragedy strikes before they can even enjoy a honeymoon. When Byron faces assault charges and a lawsuit, he flees to Chicago to assume a fake identity and new image. He takes a low-level computer support job with an international investment banking company where he discovers the CEO has embezzled over 26 million dollars.

When Byron Kelly becomes a whistleblower on the run from the FBI, he hides in the attic of a dying old man, Henry Steel. Byron cares for the old man and learns he is estranged from his daughter over the death of her mother, his wife, because of family secrets he has kept from her.

Fans of psychological thrillers will find themselves captivated by the book as best-selling author Richard McMaster masterfully combines heart-pounding suspense with beautifully crafted characters that possess complex motivations and rich backstories. The novel's emotional depth draws readers in, allowing them to become emotionally invested in the lives of the characters. The intricate plot requires close attention to detail and careful piecing together of clues, heightening the anxiety and tension with each turn of the page. McMaster's skillful storytelling keeps readers on the edge of their seats, ensuring that "The Attic" is a memorable and thrilling experience from start to finish.

One reviewer said, “Absolutely loved this book. I don’t want to give anything away, but this was the best book I have read in a long time. Haven’t done anything else for the last 24 hours. Just wonderful!”

Another reviewer commented, "You wrote a novel about a man with a past so messy, he literally hides in a stranger’s attic while trying to do the right thing. It’s emotional. Unconventional. Thoughtful. There’s rare disease, ethical drama, and a wildly underrated whistleblower story wrapped in quiet literary suspense."

In a story about Richard McMaster, printed by The Hudson Weekly, Dennis Keller said, "There have been multiple authors that have made a significant contribution to the world of literacy. In the current era, we have come across several first-time authors with the gift of writing. Richard McMaster is an accomplished author whose works have been praised for their depth, complexity, and emotional resonance."

Keller continued with "Richard McMaster never falls into the trap of presenting his characters as simplistic archetypes or caricatures, instead allowing them to emerge as fully formed individuals with their unique voices and perspectives.

"In addition to his skillful characterization, he is also a master of plot and pacing. The structure of his novels keeps readers engaged and invested in the story while also allowing for moments of quiet reflection and contemplation. The author’s writing is often described as 'page-turning' or 'gripping,' but it is also imbued with a sense of thoughtfulness and depth that elevates his work beyond mere genre fiction."

'Voyage Of Life,' is an exploration of overcoming obstacles that leaves readers deeply moved and inspired. It is a must-read for anyone seeking an inspirational journey through the lens of the "Baby Boomer" generation. A captivating love story, 'Voyage Of Life' captures the essence of the coming-of-age 60's with a twist, as the story is told as Thomas Cole’s Voyage of Life paintings are portrayed by the women woman Sean Buchanan loves; childhood, youth, manhood, and old age. The paintings are a metaphor for Sean’s life—the verdant landscape and calm waters of childhood turn turbulent in youth, and then early in manhood, the rocky shores of manhood open to a promising sky of old age when he believes that his one true love left him for another man.

The breathtaking story also unfolds mysteries around losing a father, mother, wife, son, and friends and Sean’s perseverance in life and, in the end, reuniting with his first love.

McMaster considers Voyage of Life to be one of his signature works. Readers and reviewers agree.

One reader’s review stated, “While reading, you will smile, you will hesitate thinking, oh no, and you will cry, but there is a surprise toward the end. This is one of the best romantic books I have read.”

He is also the author of 'A Love Divided By Time', described as "one part The Notebook, one part suspenseful psychopath story, and one part Somewhere in Time." In that book, Forrest and Allie believed they found love in a previous life and being born again was a game of hide-and-seek to find each other in plain sight, seeking their better halves, united and whole. When tragedy strikes, Forrest makes a pact to find her killer, raise their daughter and find peace by joining her in the ever after.

Richard McMaster is available for media interviews and can be reached at Lifevoyages@gmail.com. More information is available at his website at https://richard-mcmaster.com/. All of his books are available at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Richard-McMaster/author/B01LDIJ2QU.

About Richard McMaster:

Bestselling author Richard McMaster is the author of best seller Aaron’s War, the 2018 Arizona Authors’ Association fiction runner-up book of the year, Voyage of Life, The Other Half, The Attic, and Love Divided by Time.

Before embarking on a writing career, he was a healthcare executive, heading up three different start-up companies, one ranked fifth largest of its kind in the United States. A native Iowan he was blessed to have lived twenty years in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and now in Florida. He actively participates in writing and book clubs: The Authors Guild, Phoenix Book Club, the oldest in Phoenix since 1926, Arizona Authors Association, and Arizona Traditions Writing Club, a local club he co-founded and has served as a writing contest judge.

Contact:

Richard McMaster
https://richard-mcmaster.com
Lifevoyages@gmail.com 

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Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show® Lineup For The Week Of August 17, 2026

The Authors Show® serves as a resource for authors and allows members to engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. The site offers professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

Don McCauley has announced The Authors Show® broadcast schedule for the week of August 17, 2026. The new show schedule is available at The Authors Show® site.

For those who hope to sell books on the Internet, the challenge can be daunting. It can be confusing difficult, time consuming and expensive. The Authors Show® helps authors overcome these challenges by providing opportunities for greater visibility.

The Authors Show® shows offer professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

The Authors Show® lineup for the week of August 17, 2026

Aug 17  
Channel 1     Larry Nouvel (USA) 
Channel 2     Sandy Hope Stewart (USA) 
Channel 3     Keith Thorn (USA) 
Channel 4     Rob Dorgan (USA) 
Channel 5     Phyllis Strupp (USA) 
Channel 6     Alan Brenham (USA) 
Channel 7     Wytisha Williams (USA) 

Aug 18  
Channel 1     Ricardo Valerdi (USA) 
Channel 2     Richard Trayler (USA) 
Channel 3     Denice Patterson (USA) 
Channel 4     James D Paulk (USA) 
Channel 5     Jerry Lynnette Woodbridge (USA) 
Channel 6     Jessica Mann (USA) 
Channel 7     S.G. Blaise (USA) 

Aug 19  
Channel 1     Jody Sharpe  (USA) 
Channel 2     Benjamin McGreevy (USA) 
Channel 3     Elisabeth Haggblade (USA) 
Channel 4     Donna Louis (USA) 
Channel 5     Barbara Camp (USA) 
Channel 6     Anthony J. Mohr (USA) 
Channel 7     Grace Blair (USA) 

Aug 20  
Channel 1     Tom Strelich (USA) 
Channel 2     Marie Lisette Rimer (USA) 
Channel 3     Lia Giannakis (USA) 
Channel 4     Jack L Finkle (USA) 
Channel 5     Joseph Badal (USA) 
Channel 6     Renee Budde (USA) 
Channel 7     Linda Maria Frank and JoAnn Vergona Krapp (USA) 

Aug 21 - Aug 23  
Channel 1     Nancy Hicks Marshall (USA) 
Channel 2     Lois W. Stern (USA) 
Channel 3     Susan Appel (USA) 
Channel 4     Jan Banaszek (USA) 
Channel 5     Nancy Hicks Marshall (USA) 
Channel 6     Jessica Mann (USA) 
Channel 7     Elizabeth A. Carter, PhD (USA)

Profile:

The Authors Show® is a professional interview podcast created in 2005 that offers participants multiple benefits that authors who are serious about marketing their work need to consider, especially inasmuch as these benefits have long lasting effects. The Authors Show broadcasts interviews on multiple channels, each featuring one individual author for a full 24hrs Monday through Thursday, and 3-day weekends, Friday through Sunday. 

Contact:

Don McCauley
The Authors Show®
https://theauthorsshow.com 

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Bestselling Author Gina Iafrate Announces No Charge Download Of Ebook Version Of Her Award-Winning Novel, The English Professor

Gina Iafrate writes sweeping family sagas that allow readers to escape to faraway places through engaging storylines and richly detailed narratives. This romantic fiction novel was a winner of the Book of Excellence Award.

Award winning author Gina Iafrate has announced that the ebook version of her award-winning novel, The English Professor, will be available at no charge August 18 and 19, 2026 at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gina-Iafrate/author/B00MRZ8Y9A.

In this book, Andrew Robertson, an introverted, middle-aged professor leaves his unremarkable London life to embark on a journey to Sicily where strangers welcome him kindly. In this sensuous Mediterranean setting, he develops a burning infatuation for another man’s wife. Falling into each other’s arms, Andrew and Francesca both satisfy and heighten the emotional and physical longing they have felt all their adult lives. Their union results in a child. But Andrew must go back to London and Francesca must protect herself, Andrew and their child from the violent reach of her husband.

The Professor's Daughter is the sequel to The English Professor. Set in Italy, this romantic fiction novel allows readers to immerse themselves in the life of Gracy and her adventures in love and the trials and tribulations she faces.

In The Professor's Daughter, Gracy Robertson is the love child of an intense love affair.

At birth she was taken from her dying mother and left in the care of the devastated Professor, her dad. Living in hiding for years, they managed to avoid the long reach of the corrupt mobsters who had taken her mother’s life.

Once the threat was gone, they believed that peace could return to their lives at the place where the professor’s passion and love for her mother had resulted in Gracy’s conception.

Once there, just as a peaceful life and a sense of normalcy seem long lasting, the professor’s life journey comes to an end. Gracy, grief stricken by the loss of her dad’s love and his devotion, is challenged to overcome the heartache and the fogginess of her empty world.

Her destiny once more takes her across the ocean where she finds love and affection. However, fate is not done with her, and it strikes with both people and difficult situations that threaten her peace of mind, her heart, and her life. These threats and dangers are appeased only when her heart finds its home in her denied lover’s devotion.

Love and Betrayal is the third in the series.

Gracy thought she had found her true eternal love. This manifested deep in her faithful heart.

Unfortunately, later in her married life, this happiness turned disenchanting. Alvaro’s promises of his vows, for better or for worse, in happiness and sorrow, until death do us part, had all changed. Fate delivered his unfaithfulness with pain and suffering. His behaviour brought catastrophic consequences along the way, influenced by someone else’s greed, jealousy, and revenge. Gracy’s emotional journey of survival turned challenging.

Later in life, in solitude and despair. the universal bliss tested her with waves of courage. With the intervention of caring people, she finally found, once more, love, peace, and support. Her heart finally rejoiced in comfort once more until her terrestrial journey came to an end.

Gina Iafrate writes sweeping family sagas that allow readers to travel the globe without leaving home. Like fine pieces of music, her books are layered, providing readers with intricately formed mental images, punctuated by dramatic movements. In the tradition of writers like Nicholas Sparks and John Grisham, Gina's extraordinary story lines reveal the richness of the human experience told through the eyes of finely drawn characters. Nearly all of her story lines involve rich and tactile descriptions of exotic places, placing the reader in the very midst of those locales.

Other books in Gina Iafrate's Strong Women series features a number of romantic fiction novels that feature characters who have managed to overcome staggering odds and yet emerge from overwhelming circumstances to build lives that can serve as models for women everywhere. Books in the Strong Women series also include:

The Girl From The Cornfield

It is 1950 and Giuliana Ferrante is growing up in a sleepy town deep in the Italian mountains.

In this coming-of-age saga, her young life is rocked to its core by a vicious attack that shatters the peaceful existence that she and many around her have always taken for granted.

Giuliana, determined to make a future for herself, flourishes by working tirelessly toward her education, securing a legal degree and ultimately a successful position in the business world.

She conquers all with kindness and love, managing to rise above the painful memories of her youth.

This sweeping, inspirational tale hurtles across time, countries, and characters as it explores how love can heal, reconcile, and restore.

Bestowed By Love And Splendour:

A breath-taking story of a broken-hearted wife and mother who unexpectedly finds the universal bliss takes her away from a tormented life, far across the ocean. On the exotic island of Sardinia, she becomes hypnotized by nature's beauty; the cloudless sky, the emerald-blue hues of the sea and the gentleness of the people.

But fate strikes once more. Destiny takes over and transports her to a world beyond her imagination . . . allowing her to find peace, love, and splendour.

Iafrate is also the author of Releases From My Soul, a new collection of anthologies, crafted through a distinctive and intriguing combination of true stories, adventures and experiences from her life.

Gina gifts us with poems drawn from the depth of her soul. Some of the factual novellas were drawn directly from the author’s interesting life experiences, events and travel. Others were drawn purely from imagination.

She is currently working on her seventh novel, The Shoeless Boy.

Gina Iafrate is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at delsan06@sympatico.ca. A resident of Niagara, Ontario, she has been featured in local publications such as the Niagara News. Her books are available at online retailers and traditional brick and mortar bookstores. More information is available at her website at http://www.ginaiafrate.com.

About Gina Iafrate:

Gina Iafrate is bilingual. She writes in both Italian and English. Originally from Italy, Gina Iafrate now divides her time between Hollywood, Florida; Niagara, Ontario; and Europe. Gina’s works have been exhibited at The Pier 21 Museum in Halifax, and in Phoenix Magazine, The Horizon, and Author’s Voice. She is a 2016 Book Excellence Award Finalist. She has appeared in the annual Writers Forum and Niagara Area Artists, and at numerous libraries and book clubs.

She lives with her husband in Hollywood, Florida, and Niagara, Ontario, Canada.

Contact:

Gina Iafrate
delsan06@sympatico.ca
http://www.ginaiafrate.com

 

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Big Ears Jack And Friends By Bestselling Author Earl Vincent de Berge Compared To Aesop's Timeless, Best-Loved Animal Tales By Reviewers

'Big Ears Jack and Friends' is a collection of tall tales featuring extraordinary animals and plants from the Sonoran Desert of Baja California that can bring young people's love for nature to life, generate interest in wildlife, and foster respect for environmental issues.

'Big Ears Jack and Friends', Earl de Berge's bestselling book for young readers, achieved finalist status in the Children's Book International Book Awards, in both the Fable and Nature categories recently. In June, a reviewer from Reader's Views drew parallels with Aesop's Fables and a number of other classic animal stories for young readers.

"Big Ears Jack and Friends by Earl Vincent de Berge is a reading experience similar to Aesop's Fables, in that each chapter is a story featuring an animal, plant, or insect as the main character, with a life lesson for the reader at the end of each adventure/chapter." Rachel Denning wrote.

Denning went on to say, "The stories are similar to what parents or older readers will likely have seen on TV when they were younger, and with the setting being in the desert, if you think of The Lion King, The Wild Thornberrys, or Wild Kratts, you'll get a good idea of what to expect. I like that there is a range of various types of characters, some I knew and others I learned about, and how they have their individual stories, but then are found joining in on other characters' stories as well. As an 'older' reader myself and having read a few of the stories to my preteen kids, I can say they have all been enjoyed and appreciated, regardless of the age gap between us. The messages within the stories are timeless, needing to be remembered and reiterated to members of every generation."

'Big Ears Jack and Friends,' is a captivating story that weaves together a delightful tapestry of tales inspired by the flora and fauna of Baja California's Sonoran Desert. This enchanting collection introduces readers to a vibrant cast, including clever coyotes, playful foxes, whimsical boojum trees, and elusive bobcats. Each story not only entertains but also educates, making it a rare gem that sparks curiosity and wonder about the natural world.

These personalized plants and animals appeal especially to youngsters, capturing their imagination and making the stories engaging and relatable. The narratives’ charm keeps young readers hooked, inviting them to explore the adventures of these lively characters. Each fable is built with an educational backdrop that teaches children about this fascinating ecosystem. Through storytelling, the book subtly introduces concepts related to nature, biodiversity, and environmental awareness. Readers learn about the characteristics and behaviors of these animals, fostering a deeper appreciation for wildlife and their habitats.

Among Jack’s friends readers will meet Nosey and Wag, mischievous coyote brothers; Blue Dasher, a racing dragonfly; the Kangaroo Rat Chorus; tree-lizard Boris; Giro the dust devil; Hawk Conchita and the red ants; Lady Treble Clef, a watchful cactus; Paulina, the puma poet; Diana the musical tarantula; Lady Chrona, a sea lion who dreams of flying; a scheming sea gull named Swindler; the beautiful bobcat Miss Mucha Purrs; Mr. Shellie the chatterbox tortoise; and Young Red Fox and his sweet love, the beautiful rabbit Adorna -- along with many others.

Earl's own adventures in Baja California ignited a profound passion for the desert’s extraordinary wildlife, driving him to share these magical stories with young readers. His own deep appreciation for the Sonoran Desert’s unique plants and animals inspired him to create a chapter book that invites youngsters to explore, learn, and dream, making every tale a gateway to adventure. Older readers enjoy the fun and charm of the stories and find joy in reading them aloud to younger kids.

‘Big Ears Jack and Friends' is available in print and ebook form on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Earl-Vincent-de-Berge/author/B09R6M1G4Y.

In a review of 'Big Ears Jack,' an AWA reviewer said, "One of the book’s greatest strengths is its world-building. De Berge weaves the flora and fauna of Baja California into the narrative, making the setting feel like a character itself. Talking cacti, dust devils playing tag, and wise desert tortoises enrich the stories, placing readers in an enchanting ecosystem where the line between reality and fantasy blurs.

"The themes of community, creativity, and environmental respect run throughout the collection. Young readers will enjoy the magical adventures and witty dialogue, while adults will appreciate the underlying messages about cooperation, individuality, and harmony with nature."

Reviewer Essien Asian said, "The author presents educational information in detail while using the dialogue between the characters to stimulate young readers' imaginations. The mix of strategically placed (illustrations), an engaging narrative style, and thought-provoking subplots regarding these animals ensures that young readers will learn vital lessons in diplomacy and survival from 'Big Ears Jack and Friends' while enjoying a captivating adventure.”

In his review on Amazon Mark Winheld stated, "If you're up for more fantasy fun, you'll be tempted by chapter titles like 'Sheriff Diamondback and the Egg-Thieving Coyotes,' or 'Dianna the Musical Tarantula,' or 'Swindler (a thieving seagull) and Big Umpo the Sea Lion,' or 'Lady Treble Clef and Dust Devils Rescue a Javelina Family,' and many more."

'Big Ears Jack And Friends' is available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Earl-Vincent-de-Berge/author/B09R6M1G4Y and other online book retailers. More information is available at https://www.earldeberge.com/otherbooks.

About Earl Vincent de Berge:

Author Earl Vincent de Berge is an Arizona native, and a writer, photographer, and poet. With a master’s degree in political science from the University of Arizona, he founded Behavior Research Center, Inc. and created the respected and widely published Rocky Mountain Poll (RMP), of which he was Editor for 35 years. Earl’s photographs, logbooks, and essays reflecting on life experiences serve as foundations for his prose and poetry. He has recently published three collections of his poems, “Allegro to Life,” “Swans to Carry Me,” and “Wind in the Elephant Tree,” which touch on nature, human nature, love, desert silence, and life in Guatemala. He is currently assembling “The Man Who Ate His Dreams,” a biography of a rags-to-riches businessman, artist, and poet, as well as the first of possibly many sequels to “Big Ears Jack and Friends.”

Earl and his wife Suzanne split their time between Arizona and Guatemala where they founded the nonprofit Seeds for a Future to help low-income rural women improve their families’ access to adequate food and nutrition (www.seedsforafuture.org).

Contact:

Earl Vincent de Berge
https://www.earldeberge.com/
edb1326@hotmail.com 

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Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show® Lineup For The Week Of August 10, 2026

The Authors Show® serves as a resource for authors and allows members to engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. The site offers professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

Don McCauley has announced The Authors Show® broadcast schedule for the week of August 10, 2026. The new show schedule is available at The Authors Show® site.

For those who hope to sell books on the Internet, the challenge can be daunting. It can be confusing difficult, time consuming and expensive. The Authors Show® helps authors overcome these challenges by providing opportunities for greater visibility.

The Authors Show® shows offer professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

The Authors Show® lineup for the week of August 10, 2026

Aug 10  
Channel 1     Matthew Mellett (USA) 
Channel 2     Nancy Hicks Marshall (USA) 
Channel 3     Steve Bassett (USA) 
Channel 4     Andrea Ezerins (USA) 
Channel 5     Arthur Lih (USA) 
Channel 6     Alan Brenham (USA) 
Channel 7     Elizabeth A. Carter, PhD (USA) 

Aug 11  
Channel 1     Janice Nissen (USA) 
Channel 2     John William Law (USA) 
Channel 3     Clifford Williams (USA) 
Channel 4     Sally Frances (USA) 
Channel 5     Jordan M Eilbert (USA) 
Channel 6     Linda Maria Frank (USA) 
Channel 7     Cathie Frank (USA) 

Aug 12  
Channel 1     Matthew Mellett (USA) 
Channel 2     Lois W. Stern (USA) 
Channel 3     Jody Sharpe (USA) 
Channel 4     Angie Callen (USA) 
Channel 5     Nancy Hicks Marshall (USA) 
Channel 6     Marc Liebman (USA) 
Channel 7     Bill Yarborough (USA) 

Aug 13  
Channel 1     Donna Louis (USA) 
Channel 2     Jack Randall (United Kingdom) 
Channel 3     Lana Christian (USA) 
Channel 4     Richard H Ballo (USA) 
Channel 5     Nancine Meyer (USA) 
Channel 6     Linda Maria Frank (USA) 
Channel 7     James Olson (USA) 

Aug 14 - Aug 16  
Channel 1     Donna Louis (USA) 
Channel 2     John William Law (USA) 
Channel 3     Clifford Williams (USA) 
Channel 4     Steve Bassett (USA) 
Channel 5     Valerie Doherty (USA) 
Channel 6     Eric Madeen (Japan) 
Channel 7     Alfred James Dansbury, Sr. (USA) 

Profile:

The Authors Show® is a professional interview podcast created in 2005 that offers participants multiple benefits that authors who are serious about marketing their work need to consider, especially inasmuch as these benefits have long lasting effects. The Authors Show broadcasts interviews on multiple channels, each featuring one individual author for a full 24hrs Monday through Thursday, and 3-day weekends, Friday through Sunday. 

Contact:

Don McCauley
The Authors Show®
https://theauthorsshow.com 

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Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show® Lineup For The Week Of August 3, 2026

The Authors Show® serves as a resource for authors and allows members to engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. The site offers professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

Don McCauley has announced The Authors Show® broadcast schedule for the week of August 3, 2026. The new show schedule is available at The Authors Show® site.

For those who hope to sell books on the Internet, the challenge can be daunting. It can be confusing difficult, time consuming and expensive. The Authors Show® helps authors overcome these challenges by providing opportunities for greater visibility.

The Authors Show® shows offer professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

The Authors Show® lineup for the week of August 3, 2026

Aug 3  
Channel 1     Nancy Hicks Marshall (USA) 
Channel 2     Marie Lisette Rimer (USA) 
Channel 3     Erin Tunney (USA) 
Channel 4     Donna Louis (USA) 
Channel 5     Jerry Lynnette Woodbridge (USA) 
Channel 6     Renee Budde (USA) 
Channel 7     S.G. Blaise (USA) 

Aug 4  
Channel 1     Jody Sharpe  (USA) 
Channel 2     Barbara Holstein (USA) 
Channel 3     Thomas Gerard Fournier (USA) 
Channel 4     Jan Banaszek (USA) 
Channel 5     Barbara Camp (USA) 
Channel 6     Eric Madeen (Japan) 
Channel 7     Alfred James Dansbury, Sr. (USA) 

Aug 5  
Channel 1     Donna Louis (USA) 
Channel 2     Christine Tate (USA) 
Channel 3     Mindy L. Wallace (USA) 
Channel 4     Dr. Kixx Goldman (USA) 
Channel 5     Valerie Doherty (USA) 
Channel 6     Sharon Fallon Shreve (USA) 
Channel 7     Grace Blair (USA) 

Aug 6  
Channel 1     Tom Strelich (USA) 
Channel 2     Laura Moss White (USA) 
Channel 3     Camy De Mario (USA) 
Channel 4     Richard Trayler (USA) 
Channel 5     Joseph Badal (USA) 
Channel 6     Rosanne D'Ausilio, Ph.D (USA) 
Channel 7     Linda Maria Frank and JoAnn Vergona Krapp (USA) 

Aug 7 - Aug 9  
Channel 1     Don Baldwin (Ireland) 
Channel 2     Christine Tate (USA) 
Channel 3     Skye Smith (USA) 
Channel 4     Lisa Skinner (USA) 
Channel 5     Steve G Stratton (USA) 
Channel 6     Donna Louis (USA) 
Channel 7     Slav Ostin (USA) 

Profile:

The Authors Show® is a professional interview podcast created in 2005 that offers participants multiple benefits that authors who are serious about marketing their work need to consider, especially inasmuch as these benefits have long lasting effects. The Authors Show broadcasts interviews on multiple channels, each featuring one individual author for a full 24hrs Monday through Thursday, and 3-day weekends, Friday through Sunday. 

Contact:

Don McCauley
The Authors Show®
https://theauthorsshow.com 

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Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show® Lineup For The Week Of July 27, 2026

The Authors Show® serves as a resource for authors and allows members to engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. The site offers professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

Don McCauley has announced The Authors Show® broadcast schedule for the week of July 27, 2026. The new show schedule is available at The Authors Show® site.

For those who hope to sell books on the Internet, the challenge can be daunting. It can be confusing difficult, time consuming and expensive. The Authors Show® helps authors overcome these challenges by providing opportunities for greater visibility.

The Authors Show® shows offer professionally produced radio interviews that are broadcast worldwide.

The Authors Show® lineup for the week of July 27, 2026

Jul 27  
Channel 1     Matthew Mellett (USA) 
Channel 2     Jack Randall (United Kingdom) 
Channel 3     Keith Thorn (USA) 
Channel 4     Richard H Ballo (USA) 
Channel 5     Jordan M Eilbert (USA) 
Channel 6     Marc Liebman (USA) 
Channel 7     Brett Brett Shayler (USA) 

Jul 28  
Channel 1     Don Baldwin (Ireland) 
Channel 2     Jason T Rumbaugh (USA) 
Channel 3     James R. Gregory (USA) 
Channel 4     Rob Dorgan (USA) 
Channel 5     Nancy Hicks Marshall (USA) 
Channel 6     Donna Louis (USA) 
Channel 7     Bill Yarborough (USA) 

Jul 29  
Channel 1     Janice Nissen (USA) 
Channel 2     Richard Trayler (USA) 
Channel 3     Elisabeth Haggblade (USA) 
Channel 4     Robert Attaway  (USA) 
Channel 5     Steve G Stratton (USA) 
Channel 6     Linda Maria Frank (USA) 
Channel 7     James Olson (USA) 

Jul 30  
Channel 1     Donna Louis (USA) 
Channel 2     Sandy Hope Stewart (USA) 
Channel 3     Susan Appel (USA) 
Channel 4     Lisa Skinner (USA) 
Channel 5     Nancine Meyer (USA) 
Channel 6     Jessica Mann (USA) 
Channel 7     Slav Ostin (USA) 

Jul 31 - Aug 2  
Channel 1     Larry Nouvel (USA) 
Channel 2     Randy Rauh (USA) 
Channel 3     James R. Gregory (USA) 
Channel 4     James D Paulk (USA) 
Channel 5     Phyllis Strupp (USA) 
Channel 6     Anthony J. Mohr (USA) 
Channel 7     Wytisha Williams (USA) 

Profile:

The Authors Show® is a professional interview podcast created in 2005 that offers participants multiple benefits that authors who are serious about marketing their work need to consider, especially inasmuch as these benefits have long lasting effects. The Authors Show broadcasts interviews on multiple channels, each featuring one individual author for a full 24hrs Monday through Thursday, and 3-day weekends, Friday through Sunday. 

Contact:

Don McCauley
The Authors Show®
https://theauthorsshow.com 

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Bestselling Author And Award-Winning Film Maker Dr Barbara Becker Holstein Announces Semi-Finalist Placement For Film , No Charge Ebook Giveaway

A special screening of the film was held July 1 in Redbank, NJ. Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories, will be available at no charge in ebook form July 27 and 28, 2026 at Amazon.

Bestselling author and award-winning film maker Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein has announced her latest film, I Had An Affair With My Husband, is a semi-finalist in the Filmonaco 2026 online film contest.

A special screening the film was held July 1 at Basie Center Cinemas Theatre in Red Bank, NJ and opened to rave reviews, due to the film's clever and emotionally rewarding premise.

The story explores a unique and humorous dynamic between a married couple. The wife finds herself falling in love with a new voice her husband has developed, which leads to an improved intimate life but also triggers intense jealousy in the husband toward his own voice. The narrative follows their journey as they navigate these unusual feelings, eventually seeking help from a therapist to address the disconnect between the husband's persona and this new "identity."

Ultimately, the couple reaches an honest understanding. They realize that while the voice is a fantasy they can occasionally enjoy—and perhaps even expand upon with other personas—their real love for one another remains the foundation of their relationship.

The film is a lighthearted romp that uses an unusual scenario to explore real themes of honesty and fantasy within a marriage.

The film will be released later in 2026.

"I'm so excited about our film," Dr. Holstein stated. "I'm excited to make it available soon. There is an earlier version of the story on Vimeo. As a psychologist my interest in love and relationships is very important to me. Another one of my films is Can Dreams Come True? The film is about a couple who fight, feel awful and then come around to better times. This film has been in film festivals and received honorable mention several times. I have also made it available to the public on Vimeo at https://vimeo.com/658354129. Films and talking about love and marriage and relationships in general never get old. I hope viewers enjoy the film and I hope dreams come true for everyone."

She also announced that the ebook version of one of her latest books, Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories, 2nd Edition, will be available at no charge July 27 and 28 at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U. In this book, Holstein explores the struggles and desires of young women in the 1960s: the complexities of sexuality, identity, and self-discovery.

Dr. Holstein introduces readers to three college students navigating the intricacies of their sexual energies and the paths to their futures. Their journeys are a mirror to the experiences of women throughout history, highlighting the universal longings and challenges that have shaped previous generations.

Readers may find themselves reflecting on their own rights, needs, and the societal influences that have influenced our perceptions of women and their place in society.

Dr. Holstein is known for wrapping Positive Psychology concepts in forms of media that people find engaging, relatable and inspiring. These include:

Six bestselling, award-winning books (perfect for school libraries)

Four self-esteem workbooks for girls 8 and up

Award-winning films and coming of age selfie films

Podcasts

Dedicated websites

Stage plays

A library of articles

Ted-style talks

As a school psychologist and in her private practice, Dr. Holstein has worked with many children and parents, helping them to develop life skills in decision-making, recognition of their own talents, feel more courageous, and helping both kids and parents develop more successful inter-generational skills. Her last book, ‘Conflict and a Bit of Magic’, helps kids build self-esteem though reading the journal of a girl, identifying with the girl, and understanding they have more courage and resiliency than they thought they had. The book is based on the experiences of the already famous “girl” from 'The Truth, Diary of a Gutsy Tween' and 'Secrets, Diary of a Gutsy Teen', and achieved bestseller status in the multi-generational families category.

Dr. Holstein’s latest workbook for kids, ‘Secrets’ achieved bestseller status in the ‘Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Depression’ category.

Dr. Holstein's cutting-edge presentations, most recently based on the Covid-19 pandemic issues, can be found on both YouTube, Vimeo and on the Roku channel and Amazon Fire TV, titled as 'The Enchanted Self Presents'.

Dr. Holstein created The Selfie Showcase, a new project emerging from The Selfie Project, that allows young people to voice their opinions on subjects that matter to young people, including the pandemic.

The Selfie Showcase allows kids, teens, and young adults ages 13 to 18 to candidly express their concerns, worries, observations and possible solutions by creating selfie videos or films around important subjects using a smartphone. Dr. Holstein's mission is to help rectify, in several ways, some issues young people face by giving them a chance to engage with others in meaningful ways about the anxiety and stress they must grapple with constantly.

Dr. Holstein is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at barbara.holstein@gmail.com.More information about the Selfie Showcase is available at http://www.selfiefilmmakers.com. Selfie videos and selfie films can be uploaded at the site. Potential podcast guests can contact Dr. Holstein by email. More information is available at her primary website at http://www.enchantedself.com.

Profile:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, internationally known Positive Psychologist is the creator of The Enchanted Self ®, a positive psychology method for happiness and a pioneer in Selfies as Film. Dr. Holstein's Enchanted Self website was included as one of the best websites in positive psychology. She is in private practice in Long Branch, New Jersey with her husband, Dr. Russell M. Holstein.

Dr. Barbara can be found on the web, interviewed, writing articles and posting video 'TED' style talks on Happiness, Positive Psychology, Relationships and Parenting. Her Roku channel is: The Enchanted Self Presents.

She has been a contributor to Your Tango, Heart and Soul, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Honey Good, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Redbook, Real Simple, Women’s World, The Wall Street Journal, Psychcentral.com, Time online, Readers Digest, Parade, The Today Show and Family Circle Magazine.

Contact:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein
barbara.holstein@gmail.com
http://www.enchantedself.com 

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