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A powerful, heart-warming page-turner by award-winning author Vickie Rubin.

The news that Vickie and Mitch’s daughter had a rare chromosome deletion and, in their scenario, a significant, life-changing diagnosis does not mean the end of their family; it is the beginning of a new and beautiful life.

 Vickie’s daughter, Jessica, changed her destiny from a woman with no clear career goals to an experienced mom who became a well-known regional advocate and champion for others, helping thousands of families navigate the special education systems.

Written with compassion, honesty, and humor, it is a beautiful, heartwarming story of family and gives a glimpse into the unique perspectives of parents,  grandparents, and siblings.

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 Award-Winning Author of Memoir "Raising Jess: A Story of Hope," Special Educator, Advocate, Mom

Vickie Rubin's memoir Raising Jess A Story of Hope is the recipient of the Gold Medal Award from Reader’s Favorite International. Her popular blog site is Vickie's Views, a humorous, inspiring commentary about various topics, including raising a child with a disability, and observations of everyday life, family, and marriage. Visit her website at www.vickierubin.com

Vickie recently won two additional awards for Raising Jess from Best Books Awards and Books Excellence Awards.

Vickie graduated with her master’s degree in exceptional education from SUNY Buffalo State College with the President’s Award for Outstanding Graduate Student. Before writing her book, Vickie was the director of the Early Childhood Direction Center (ECDC) for Oishei Children’s Hospital, Kaleida Health. Vickie is experienced working with families of children with special needs and professionals and presenting workshops on various topics related to improving outcomes for young children.

Vickie and her husband Mitch celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary in 2021. They have three children and three grandchildren, and two very active dogs.

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Raising Jess: A Story of Hope

Written by 

Vickie Rubin

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Heidi Lynn’s Book Reviews 

First, I want to personally thank Vickie Rubin for providing me with this book so I may bring you this review. 

WOW!! WOW!! WOW!! Once you start reading Vickie Rubin’s memoir Raising Jess: A Story Of Hope you won’t want to put it down! Vickie opens her heart and shares the ups and downs of Raising Jess. It is a beautifully written book that will educate you, make you smile, educate you, pull on your heart strings and show you how much Jess is loved by everyone she meets! 

Instantly, Vickie pulled on my heart strings with what lead up to Jess’s birth! It was that story that left me speechless and needed to know more. It was so good that I finished the book in one sitting! Having a medical background/education I found that part of the book fascinating. However, what I loved even more was the unconditional love that Vickie and her daughter had. Within the stories you could feel how much Jess is loved!

Small world but Jess and I had something in common in that as kids we both attended Robert Warner Rehabilitation Center as kids. I was born with Hemidystrophy (left side of my body is smaller than the right) and scoliosis. We also attended Williamsville High Schools. She went to Williamsville East and I went to Williamsville South. 

One thing about Raising Jess is that Vickie included pictures of Jess, family members, friends and caregivers into the book. Not only that but she goes the extra mile and incorporates letters but she included documents too. You can see and feel how much Jess is truly loved by all she meets. 

I love how Vickie gave us insight into how her younger siblings felt having grown up with a disabled sister. This part of the story was eye opening for me as I never gave it much thought what my siblings thought of my disability. Nor did I ever wonder how they were affected by the specialized attention I received. 

The portion of the book about Bill Mahar had me yelling at my Kindle! Oh I totally agree on how upset Vickie was! I would have been livid too. 

Raising Jess: A Story Of Hope is a 5 star read that you need to add to your TBR list. 

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Memoir, Grief, Healing

Date Published: August 8, 2023

 

In "The Light Beyond the Veil," experience an emotional and a soul transformative journey as the pages unfold the heart-wrenching tale of loss, grief, and the power of human resilience.

 

This grief story narrative transcends the boundaries of sorrow, offering a guiding light to those who find themselves grappling with the complexities of grief.

 

✓Features of this Loss and Grief Book:

·         A Journey of Emotion: The book traverses the turbulent landscape of diverse human emotions experienced after a profound loss (father), delving into the depths of sorrow, anger, and acceptance. Readers will come to understand that the path to healing is one that must be traversed with courage and vulnerability.

·         Practical Guidance: Beyond just recounting the tale, "The Light Beyond the Veil" offers practical guidance for coping with grief. From acknowledging the weight of loss to learning the art of compassionate conversations, readers will discover actionable steps to encounter grief and loss.

·         Healing and Growth: Amidst the pain, the book shines a light on the transformative power of healing. Readers will be introduced to the idea of transforming grief into personal growth by embracing gratitude, practicing self-care, and finding solace through meditation.

·         Spiritual Awakening: The narrative explores the idea of spiritual awakening as a means to find inner peace and enlightenment during the darkest times. People suffering from family loss will be invited to explore their own spirituality and discover the profound strength it can bring. Self-confidence and self-assurance along with gratitude is taught to be practiced.

◆Benefits of the Grief and Transformation book:

·         Emotional Resilience: Readers will emerge with greater emotional resilience and a deeper understanding of their own emotions. The characters' journeys will resonate with their own experiences, helping them navigate their feelings of grief with newfound courage and confidence.

·         Practical Coping Strategies: "The Light Beyond the Veil" presents a diverse set of coping strategies, ensuring that readers can find approaches that echo with their unique needs. The practical guidance offered will positively empower them to cope with their grief and find moments of hope amidst the pain.

·         Inspiration for Healing: The book will serve as beacons of hope for readers, inspiring them to believe that healing is possible even after devastating loss. The narrative demonstrates that while grief may be inevitable, self-growth, transformation, and renewal are also within reach with proper healing meditation. This book can be served as a motivational journal for grief-stricken people.

·         Spiritual Enlightenment: Through the exploration of spiritual awakening, readers may find a newfound sense of purpose and inner peace during their darkest moments. The book opens healing after loss, providing a potential path to self-healing.

·         Connection and Support: The book fosters a profound sense of connection among readers who have experienced loss, grief, and transformation. It reminds them that they are not alone in their struggles and that shared experiences can be a source of comfort and understanding.

"The Light Beyond the Veil" is an uplifting exploration of the human spirit's resilience in the face of profound loss.

Whether you have recently experienced loss or are seeking to support others on their journey, this book is a tender companion, offering solace, understanding, and guidance on the path to healing and renewal.

✓Within its pages, the light beyond the veil of grief awaits, illuminating a path toward hope, growth, and love beyond life.

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Dr. Ann Zachariah: Inspiring Transformation Through Psychiatry, Education, and Authorship

Welcome to the world of Dr. Ann Zachariah, a renowned psychiatrist, educator, clinician, and author based in Houston, Texas. Discover how her extensive knowledge and expertise can empower you to make transformative changes and unlock your true potential.

As a psychiatrist, Dr. Ann Zachariah understands the complexities of the human mind. Her compassionate approach and unwavering commitment to mental health have helped countless individuals overcome challenges and find inner peace. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or any other mental health issue, Dr. Zachariah is here to guide you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.

Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Zachariah's impact extends to education. She shares her wisdom and insights with aspiring mental health professionals, equipping them with the tools and knowledge to make a difference in the lives of others. Her passion for teaching and mentoring shapes the next generation of compassionate caregivers, ensuring a brighter future for mental health care.

Dr. Zachariah's captivating books leave an indelible mark on the world. Each page encourages readers to embrace transformative changes and embark on a journey of self-improvement. Her words resonate deeply, inspiring individuals from all walks of life to break free from limitations, discover their true potential, and live a life filled with purpose and fulfillment.

Join the movement of personal transformation ignited by Dr. Ann Zachariah. Whether you seek guidance in your own life or aspire to make a positive impact on others, her expertise, compassion, and empowering words will guide you toward a brighter, more fulfilling future.

Don't wait any longer – start your transformative journey today with Dr. Ann Zachariah's life-changing books and unlock the extraordinary potential within you. Experience the power of psychiatry, education, and authorship in transforming lives.

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The Lilac Lake Inn Series, Book 1

 

Romantic Women’s Fiction

Date Published: August 22, 2023

 

 

Keeping a family promise can be the beginning of a whole new life for everyone in town...

Danielle “Dani” Gilford eagerly accepts her share of the gift of a cottage on the property of the Lilac Lake Inn in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. Her grandmother, Gigi, has decided to sell the inn after realizing it’s too difficult to run as she ages and with rising taxes. Dani and her two sisters, Whitney and Taylor, must renovate and maintain the cottage and live there at least six months of each year, as a means of helping Gigi keep a vow to hold onto as much of the family property as possible.

The first person that Dani meets when she returns to the lake is Brad Collister, who, with his brother, has been hired to renovate the inn for the new owners. His brother, Aaron, is as attractive as Brad, but life with the brothers is complicated. Brad is still grieving for his wife, who died two years ago from cancer and Aaron’s interest lies with the business. And after working in Boston at an architectural design firm where the men in the office do everything they can to keep her from getting recognition for the work she does, the last thing Dani is looking for is a man. But the little town of Lilac Lake is full of interesting people, and surprises await Dani as she and her sisters work together to keep a promise to their grandmother, and Dani discovers new possibilities for herself about life and love.

Another of Judith Keim’s series books celebrating love and families, strong women meeting challenges, and clean women’s fiction with a touch of romance—beach reads for all ages with a touch of humor, satisfying twists, and happy endings.

About the Author

Judith Keim, A USA Today Best Selling Author, is a hybrid author who both has a publisher and self-publishes. Ms. Keim writes heart-warming novels about women who face unexpected challenges, meet them with strength, and find love and happiness along the way, stories with heart. Her best-selling books are based, in part, on many of the places she's lived or visited and on the interesting people she's met, creating believable characters and realistic settings her many loyal readers love.

She enjoyed her childhood and young-adult years in Elmira, New York, and now makes her home in Boise, Idaho, with her husband and their two dachshunds, Winston and Wally, and other members of her family.

While growing up, she was drawn to the idea of writing stories from a young age. Books were always present, being read, ready to go back to the library, or about to be discovered. All in her family shared information from the books in general conversation, giving them a wealth of knowledge and vivid imaginations.

Ms. Keim loves to hear from her readers and appreciates their enthusiasm for her stories.

 

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Fighting for the Truth
A.B. Medley
(Finding the Truth, #4)
Publication date: August 18th 2023
Genres: Adult, Romance, Suspense

You’ve always been mine to love and to hate…

Small towns have a way of making you face your past.

And there’s two sides to every story.

Hawk and Brittney met as kids in a time when they both needed someone.

Their worlds were already in a state of unrest when an unexpected betrayal stripped them bare.

Words of hate were uttered and promises broken, leaving them bitter enemies.

One is left fighting for the truth, while the other is left with nothing but a dream.

But time and distance can’t separate them forever and fate seemingly intervenes.

Lines blur as they realize things may not have been what they seemed, and old feelings are resurrected.

But amid salvaging their connection comes another fight.

Hawk’s murky past catches up to him and Brittney is thrust in the middle, leaving him no choice but to fight once more to save the girl he realizes he’s always loved.

Even if it means destroying her dreams and wrecking her heart.

Fighting for her is the only thing that matters, and this is one battle he won’t lose.

Winner takes heart.

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EXCERPT:

I lock myself in my apartment still trembling inside. After a moment spent taking a breath, I toss my keys on the kitchen table and put my purse beside them and then find my favorite wine. I start to reach for a glass and decide I don’t need it; the bottle will do.

I plop down on my couch and turn on the television in search of something to take my mind off his hate filled green eyes and the way they mocked me. I rest my head on the back of the couch as I swipe away another tear.

He makes me so angry. And the only reason he’s getting to me this much is because I didn’t bury my feelings deep enough. A mistake I’ll be working on tomorrow. But for now, I’ll let the wine drown him out.

I take my first sip as I hear a knock on my door. Probably Briella. Dang Zander and his big mouth. He didn’t want me to be alone because I was so upset. I’m sure he called her.

I unlock the door and almost scream. Not Briella. “What are you doing here, Hawk? And how do you know where I live?”

He sends me a small smile, but it lacks warmth. “Can I come in? We really do need to talk.”

I step aside so he can enter my apartment. Once inside, I walk back to my living room and take my seat back on the couch. He follows me, casually glancing around before sitting on the other end.

I mute the TV. “Let’s hear it. What other insults and stones are you planning to throw at me?”

He stares directly into my eyes. I can’t stand how he makes my heart race even as I want to hate him.

“I know you don’t trust me. And I haven’t forgotten the fact you hate me. You’re not my favorite person either,” he begins.

I roll my eyes. “Is there a point to this?”

His jaw tightens. “Yes. My point is, you’re going to end up in trouble if you get involved with the Leones in any way. They’ve got it out for me and you’re going to get caught in the crossfire.”

“Why? What did you do? Break a promise to them too?” I ask sharply.

He stands and rakes a hand through his dark hair. “The details aren’t what matter. What matters is they’re trying to hurt me, and they’ll use you to do it.”

I stand and lift my chin to meet his gaze. “Then you’re in the clear. There’s no reason coming for me would hurt you. There’s no love lost between the two of us, remember?”

He surprises me by reaching out and tracing my jaw with his finger. His face seems to soften as he relaxes his knit brows, but his eyes blaze. “I remember everything about you, dolcezza. And that means you’re mine to love or to hate. They know too much about my past, and it includes what you used to mean to me.”

I don’t back down. He started this. He thinks I broke my promise to him. I didn’t. And he’s about to learn the truth the hard way. This will probably make him hate me more, but I can’t find it in me to care how it affects him, or even me right now. He took everything else from me, why shouldn’t he take the only other thing I have left to give?

“Come on then. I’ll fulfill one of my promises to you,” I say confidently.

His eyes widen a fraction, almost as if he already knows what I’ll say next. “What are you talking about?”

“I promised you I’d always be yours, and you just said I’m yours to love or hate, yet you’ve never had me.” I pull my shirt over my head and drop it on the floor. “Take me, Hawk. Go ahead and take what’s yours.”

Author Bio:

A.B. Medley lives in Tennessee with the love of her life and two sons. Her husband stole her heart when she was sixteen and their relationship is one of those meant to be love stories you find in magazines and novels.

She is a dental hygienist who loves to read and has always dabbled in writing. When she's not making people's smiles shine, she enjoys belting out songs with her boys, dancing, raspberries, baseball, and anything vintage. Like any proper Tennessean, Sundrop is her drink of choice.

She loves her family and friends fiercely and believes in always chasing your dreams.

Deception in the Truth is her debut novel—but now she's hooked, and there's more to come!

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The Day I Lost Her: A heartbreaking and emotional page-turner by Catherine Miller 

 

As I stare at the girl, I feel my heart pound inside my chest. There she is, my daughter, right in front of me after all this time. I have to reach her, to hold her, before I lose her all over again…

I have experienced what no mother should: I have lost my child. Many years ago, after my divorce, my daughter moved in with her father, and then went missing...

For years, I searched everywhere for my darling girl, but she had vanished without a trace. But even on my darkest days, when my heart felt truly broken, I kept a hope alive inside – a hope that my little girl would, one day, find her way back to me.

And now, standing in front of me, so close I could touch her, is a young woman who looks just like my beloved Tilly. I’ve been reminded of her so many times over the years, but this is different. The curve of her face, the sound of her voice…

But just as my heart leaps with unimaginable joy, she disappears into the crowd and I lose sight of her. I can’t believe she has gone before I had the chance to reach her.

As I desperately scan the faces around me, my heart pounding in my chest, I realise I am certain that she was my little girl, back after all these years. But why would she seek me out now, just to vanish all over again? And how can I find her? Because no matter how much time has passed, she will always be my little girl… And I will do whatever it takes to hold her in my arms once more.

 

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Mary always dreamed of a perfect husband. Now she’s got one.

 

When Mary's husband Brent returns from a month-long wellness retreat, he seems like a totally different person.

 

Before he went away, Brent was anxious, depressed, and in danger of losing his job.

 

Now, he’s decisive, optimistic, and full of energy. He also has big plans to start his own business ... big plans which require a lot of capital.

 

As Mary spends more time around her husband, she begins to realise just how much he's changed in every little way. Is the man she’s living with really the same person she married?

 

And who is the guy in the grey SUV who keeps following her? Does he know something sinister about her husband?

Little by little, Mary realizes Brent has been hiding a dark secret about what really happened on that wellness retreat.

 

And as she draws closer to the horrifying truth, she finds herself trapped in a nightmare beyond her wildest imaginings.

 

 

The New Husband is a stunning psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the very last page.

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She says she’s his daughter. But what does she really want?

 

Alice and Richard are happily married and about to achieve their lifelong dream – giving up their jobs to sail around the Mediterranean on their own boat.

 

But shortly before they are due to leave, a young woman, Sally, appears on their doorstep and says she is Richard’s daughter, given up for adoption by his former lover.

 

After he gets over the shock, Richard is welcoming to Sally, but Alice is unsettled. Discovering that Richard is a father is a painful reminder of her own desire for a family and her inability to conceive.

 

But is this what makes her wary of Sally, or is her intuition trying to warn her that something much darker is happening here?

When one suspicious incident follows another, Alice starts to dig into who Sally really is and why she has suddenly come into their lives.  What she finds is something she could never have imagined in her wildest nightmares…

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I reach out, arms aching to hold my newborn baby, and catch just a glimpse of soft, dark-brown hair before someone pushes me back onto the bed. ‘It’s alive,’ says the woman who delivered my child before she places something over my face. My last thought is of my baby’s first cry before my world goes dark.

1964. When seventeen-year-old Laura Sims realises she’s pregnant, her boyfriend Pete says they will look after and love their baby together; but Laura’s mother turns on them in fury. Wrenched from her home and the boy she loves Laura is thrown into a home for unmarried mothers. With no access to the outside world and treated harshly, Laura fights to keep her child safe and to find a way to escape the nightmare…

2015. Despite the anguish of losing their firstborn, Laura and Pete have been happily married for fifty years. But they’ve never given up on their lost child. And when Laura uncovers a tattered old diary from someone who worked at the home where she last saw her child, her heart breaks in two: those who ran the home sold their baby to a desperate, childless family.

Such cruel actions give Laura and Pete a tiny sliver of hope. Is there a chance to find their child, safe and happy, or will their search bring them only heartbreak and devastation?

A totally heart-wrenching and utterly gripping novel about how far a mother will go to find her child. Before We Were Yours, Sold on a Monday and The Orphan Train fans will be swept away by this gorgeous novel that reminds us to never give up on those we love.

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Love You Fiancee
Julia Kent
(Love You, Maine, #5)
Publication date: July 31st 2023
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

There once was a man named Kell,

Who fell under Rachel Hart’s spell.

In public he proposed,

Wearing dubious lemur clothes,

Never guessing he’d end up in zipper hell.

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Love You Fiancée is takes place in Love You, Maine–where every day is Valentine’s Day. It comes after the books Love You Wrong, Love You Right, and Love You Again. You can read it as a standalone, but it’s better if you read the other books first.

No animals were harmed in the making of this story, but another lemur costume goes through a terribly unfair death.

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EXCERPT:

“Oh, sweetie. I’m sorry. You’re nervous, aren’t you?”

“No.”

“It’s normal.”

“I’m not nervous. Why would I be nervous? I’ve been with Rachel for two years. Living with her for nearly a year. We get along great. Better than great. I love her more than life itself. She’s the most amazing person I’ve ever met, and I can’t wait to make her my wife. What’s there to be nervous about?”

“How about the fact that Portia, Stan, and Tim are all hiding at the Love You Forever Inn and Chapel, you’re going to perform an acoustic guitar version of “I Will Always Love You” in front of the whole town, then ask Rachel to marry you, plus there’s a flashmob, then her parents and brother are going to come here and stay in the guest cabin for three days, and–”

“Got it. Now I’m about to have a full-blown panic attack hearing it put that way. Thanks, Mom.”

“I can’t help with that, but I can unstick a zipper.”

His hands and feet turned cold. Heart started doing a reggae beat in his chest, double speed. His head felt like a calypso drum and his brain was wiped clean of all the notes to the song.

Fool.

He was a fool for thinking he could pull off such an elaborate scheme. Why hadn’t he just planned a private, quiet proposal at the hot springs?

What was he thinking with this grand gesture?

Author Bio:

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Julia Kent writes romantic comedy with an edge. Since 2013, she has sold more than 2 million books, with 4 New York Times bestsellers and more than 21 appearances on the USA Today bestseller list. Her books have been translated into French, German, and Italian, with more titles releasing in the future.
From billionaires to BBWs to new adult rock stars, Julia finds a sensual, goofy joy in every contemporary romance she writes. Unlike Shannon from Shopping for a Billionaire, she did not meet her husband after dropping her phone in a men's room toilet (and he isn't a billionaire she met in a romantic comedy).

She lives in New England with her husband and three children where she is the only person in the household with the gene required to change empty toilet paper rolls.

She loves to hear from her readers by email at julia@jkentauthor.com, on Twitter @jkentauthor, on Facebook at @jkentauthor, and on Instagram @jkentauthor. Visit her at http://jkentauthor.com

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The Boyfriend Countdown
Tori Samuels
Publication date: November 7th 2023
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

Margo Diaz has a reputation as a workaholic. Everyone knows where she eats her lunch — at her desk, and where she spends her Friday nights — at the office. But when her ex-boyfriend announces his engagement to the same woman who broke up their relationship, she finds herself tangled in a lie. Because what’s worse than working with your ex, is telling everyone you have a boyfriend when you don’t.

Forced to plan a New Year’s gala to impress a client, Margo finds herself promising everyone will meet her plus one. And with her name in the running for a promotion, she really can’t screw this up. She has to find a boyfriend, and a twelve-day online blind dating service is just the ticket she needs.

Everything is fine, Margo has a plan. That’s until she discovers her blind-date is Richard, the tall, sarcastic man she bumped into a few weeks ago. Not needing any distractions, she’s determined to keep the lie going to show everyone she can have it all — a career, a family, a (fake) boyfriend. Except, Richard isn’t what she thought and her attraction for him grows harder to ignore. Yet Margo is committed to keeping herself away.

How will Margo convince everyone she’s been dating a man she’s never met? Can she risk telling the truth or will she let her lie hurt more than her reputation? With a week left before the gala, the boyfriend countdown is on.

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Tori Samuels, author of the HoliFATE series, can be found sipping peppermint mochas, snuggling with her dogs, and dreaming up the next perfect contemporary romance novel. A native resident of Bolton, Canada, Samuels uses her hometown as the backdrop for her witty and swoon worthy cast of characters. Looking for your next holiday-themed read, then grab your favorite dessert coffee and get cozy.

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