About HEIMAT

Leaving Germany’s dismal post-World War One economy and humiliation of defeat, Matthias Schmidt left for the US in 1929 for a better future with his friend Josef Turner. Plans to return to their Heimat, Neisse, as examples of American success fell apart before they reached the TS Bremen in Bremerhaven when they and two other emigrants, Edo Rabinowitz, and Feliks Bartol, saved an American diplomat from the tracks in Berlin’s Bahnhof. Their heroic act created a friendship that sustained them through broken promises, misconceptions of the American dream, the Depression, Prohibition, assimilation into American culture, and World War Two.
Letters from his mother, sisters, and other relatives in his Heimat, Neisse, urged Matthias to return to Germany as Nazi policies improved Germany’s economy and elevated its national pride. But the war severed contact with his family for five years and sent him and his friends on separate paths. To a shipyard, building ships to carry the means of destruction to Germany and their Heimat. Into the US Army to fight in the Pacific and later to join resistance fighters in Poland. Into Germany’s Wehrmacht to invade France and Russia and fight Americans in the Battle of the Bulge. And the Nuremberg trials to bring Nazi war criminals to justice.

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Paul Marzell was born and raised in Philadelphia and currently resides in western Pennsylvania with his wife, Janet and Golden Retriever, Nala. He is a United States Air Force veteran and served in West Germany in the early sixties. He earned BSBA and MBA degrees in operations management and financial analysis from Temple University in Philadelphia and Golden Gate University in San Francisco. Heimat is his first novel. He worked in the airline industry for thirty years with Trans World Airlines and USAirways in nonmanagement and management positions.

Dead Reckoning: When Trouble Finds You Collection by Jinx James

The phone call that threatens to destroy his world. Four lives changed forever.
In this electrifying crime thriller involving a terrible moral dilemma and a shocking climax, who is really on the side of justice?
Gavin is proud to be a highly regarded law court judge, but in just one day his well-ordered life is demolished by a single phone call. A kidnapper is threatening to kill his daughter. He must act now. He must prevent a tragedy. Can he save his daughter in time?

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Crime fiction author Jinx James was born in the UK, and lives in Australia. He has worked in music, advertising, and TV comedy. He has always been fascinated by charisma, satire, and what makes people laugh. That’s his usual way of looking at the world, but he is also intrigued by how his characters react when confronted by a terrifying dilemma, or a moment of confrontation. As he always says, it’s the character that writes the story. They insist that their voice is heard.
Today Jinx lives in a wine-growing area in regional Australia with his wife and two dogs.

Life Has Other Plans (Where The Road Goes Series – Book 2) by Adriana Gavazzoni

“Just Awarded A Gold Pinnacle Book Award and a Book Excellence Award both in 2023!”

In the sixties, Emma Parker leads a double life. Behind her seemingly mundane existence as an architect and mother to her nephew, she inhabits a world of dangerous snipers and secret agents.

Ninon works for a covert organization and travels around the world chasing criminals. She loves the adventurous nature of her career, and she doesn´t want things to change. The thought of giving it all up to marry and have a passel of kids gives her hives. But when her former lover disappears during a secret mission, she begins to question her goals and her feelings for him.

In an underworld full of psychotic government officials performing dark experiments, she will have to use all her abilities to survive. Can she discover who she really is, and maybe find a way back to love?
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A. Gavazzoni is a Brazillian Multi-Award-Winning Novelist of five published literary works within two novel series titled, ‘Hidden Motives’ and ‘Where The Road Goes.’

Adriana has become a critically acclaimed popular steamy romance fiction writer of light erotica with cross-genres of steamy murder mystery suspense, crime action, historical romantic thrillers, coming-of-age, and women’s gripping fiction. Adriana’s break-out debut of “Behind The Door” book one of the “Hidden Motives” series firmly placed her on the literary map nationally and internationally. Her novels are available on Amazon Books, Amazon Kindle, and Kindles available within Kindle Unlimited, and her novels are featured in online literary book sites, fine book stores, and literary magazines.

Born and raised in Brazil, she is of full Italian lineage. By day she is a Brazillian business lawyer, a former professor of law, and writes legal books. She speaks four languages: English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish. When she is not practicing law or writing her next steamy novel, she is an avid reader and enjoys many interests as a very active person. Adriana loves to dance, especially the (Tango), and enjoys cooking, enjoys good food, and good wine. She believes in exercising along with living a healthy lifestyle. She enjoys traveling and visits New York often, but her “Happy Place” is always spending time with her big happy family and her pets as a passionate animal lover.
Adriana continues to work and reside in Brazil.

***Novel Awards & Achievements For A. Gavazzoni*
“Where The Road Goes Novel Series” Book One – Sketches of Life – Gold Pinnacle Book Achievement Award – Honorable Mention – Los Angeles Book Festival 2021 – Finalist – Book Excellence Awards

Book Two – Life Has Other Plans
Gold Pinnacle Book Achievement Award – Book Excellence Award – Finalist – Eric-Hoffer Award – NIEA – National Indie Book Award – Honorable Mentions – Hollywood Book Festival 2022 & Paris Book Festival 2022… All Novels Awarded 5-Star Reader’s Favorite Editorial Book Reviews.
Multiply Awards Won For All Three Novels In The “Hidden Motives” Series…

About CBT Workbook for Adult Mental Health

Does the constant burden of stress weigh you down? Does hope seem out of reach in a desperately cold world? Are you frustrated by the feelings of dread and anxiety and their detrimental effects on your daily life? Are you struggling to get back to the activities that once defined you?

Imagine waking up every morning with a sense of control and solidness. Imagine sipping your morning coffee without the alarms going off in your head. Imagine walking into any situation with the serenity to accept what you cannot control and the courage to work on what you can change.
The CBT Workbook for Adult Mental Health explores the interconnectedness of thoughts, emotions, and behavior, and the power of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to effect meaningful change and propel you towards your goals.
In this workbook, you will discover:

The potential of negative thoughts to accelerate negative emotions and behavior, and vice versa
The argument for CBT in managing numerous disorders, focusing on anxiety, depression, and stress
The common cognitive distortions that prompt automatic negative thoughts
The steps in cognitive restructuring and tools that help examine and reshape thoughts
Tools to help break bad habits and adopt new, helpful patterns
The role of mindfulness in maintaining progress
Tips to handle stress and anxiety triggers.
.. and so much more!

This workbook is designed for anyone wanting to take charge of their transformation. It is for the person that believes they are worth the time and effort to become whole and are willing to take bold steps towards awareness. It is for you, because you are worth the time and effort to evolve.

The exercises are simple and direct, yet they bring the silent workings of the mind to the fore, allowing proactive assessment and progressive improvement. Having felt the weight of anxiety and depression for years, the author found internal momentum for self-work and healing when practicing daily CBT techniques to find peace and balance.

The power of change rests in your hands too.
Are you willing to take the mad leap into your next great adventure?

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Stanley Sheppard has spent many years in therapy since he was diagnosed with depression and anxiety. Before treatment, he suffered chronic stress, worry, and despair, diminishing his health and zeal for life. Therapy and practical CBT techniques helped him bounce back to a productive lifestyle and find meaning within himself.

Stanley has devoted his life to helping other people find their way back to balance by teaching the power of self in promoting change. The CBT Workbook for Adult Mental Health is the first in a series of self-help books for improving daily life. He believes that by changing the quality of our thoughts, we can change the quality of our reality.

Stanley enjoys evening walks and random ice cream dates with his family. He is a hiking enthusiast and recently tried out skydiving.

About Social Anxiety Workbook for Teens: 10-Minute Activities and Tools to Reduce Stress, Conquer Fear, and Boost Social Confidence

The book provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of social anxiety, including its root causes and how to overcome it through techniques, positive affirmations, and improved communication. The author’s first-hand experience, research, and engaging written exercises, including those for parents, make it a valuable resource for anyone struggling with social anxiety, ultimately encouraging readers to face their fears and regain control of their lives.

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Unlock the Power of Mental Wellness with Blooming Minds!

We are a dedicated publishing company that is focused on empowering the next generation through education and support in mental health. Our goal is to give young adults access to crucial, user-friendly, and high-quality resources that will help them navigate the challenges they face and build the resilience they need to thrive.

At Blooming Minds, we believe in the power of knowledge. That's why we have combined our expertise with the latest in scientific research and evidence-based therapies to provide young adults and their caregivers with the tools they need to foster mental wellness.

Whether you are a parent, caregiver, or just looking to help a young person in your life, we believe that mental health is key to success and that's why we're committed to giving the youth the tools they need to reach their full potential.

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About The Souls of Queer Folk: How Understanding LGBTQ+ Culture Can Transform Your Leadership Practice

You’d be hard-pressed to find a leader who doesn’t want to be better.
Yet, at a time when leaders are being asked to do more with fewer resources, modern professionals are having a difficult time leading in a distinctive, powerful, and transformative way. At a time when leaders are feeling besieged, the question is: to whom should they turn to learn, develop, and embody a new form of inspired leadership? For some, the answer may be surprising.

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Dr. Joel A. Davis Brown is a public speaker, poet, entrepreneur, and self-identified “nerd” specializing in organizational strategy and culture, transformational leadership, global inclusion, executive coaching, conflict resolution, and strategic storytelling. Best known for his critical analysis, creativity, humor, and his ability to build consensus, Joel has partnered with Fortune 500 Companies, non-profit organizations, and government agencies on 6 continents to help them achieve sustained growth and organizational breakthroughs. His clients have ranged from LinkedIn to the United Nations, and his “sweet spots” have included diversity, equity, and inclusion, emotional intelligence, anti-racism, LGBTQ+ inclusion, interpersonal dialogue, and intercultural communication. Joel is an adjunct professor at the IESEG School of Management in Paris & Lille, France, where he teaches Storytelling for Leaders and Story Listening. As a change agent, Joel works strategically to cultivate innovative, creative, and adaptive environments where the cultural genius of everyone can be harnessed and leveraged successfully.

About Outwit the Workplace Bully: 8 Steps You Need to Know to Reclaim Your Career, Confidence, and Sanity by Dawn M. Johnson

It’s time to reclaim your career, confidence, and sanity.

Is there a bully in your workplace? Researchers estimate that 49% of the US Workforce is impacted by workplace bullying annually. Unlike harassment or discrimination, workplace bullying is not illegal in the US. Organizations are often slow to react—citing the conduct as simply a personality conflict between two coworkers.

The bully targeted you for a reason. Workplace bullies select their targets carefully. The bully’s goal is to erode your confidence, undermine your professional reputation, and derail your career. They often succeed. Once the targeting starts, you often face a no-win choice—leave, or endure intense amounts of psychological abuse and humiliation.

In Outwit the Workplace Bully, the author speaks from personal experience as a target. She developed an eight-step process that will help you determine if you are being targeted, show you how to build your Bully Intelligence and inspire you to take strides to rebuild your confidence and career.

In the book you will learn how to:

Recognize the signs that you are being targeted
Develop your Bully Intelligence
Prevent the bully from using you against you
Protect your professional reputation
Rebuild your confidence and resilience
Get the support you need
Empower yourself and others

After reading this book, you will have the confidence, knowledge, and courage to move forward.

The Outwit the Workplace Bully eBook will be FREE on Amazon from May 14 – May 18, 2023

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Dawn Johnson is the author of Outwit the Workplace Bully: 8 Steps You Need to Know to Reclaim Your Career, Confidence, and Sanity which earned a Finalist Award through American Book Fest.

In 2022, Women’s World magazine featured Dawn as one of “America’s Experts” on workplace bullying. Dawn is often called upon to speak on the topics of workplace bullying, building workplace trust, and effective leadership.

Dawn is an Assistant Professor in the Stender School of Leadership, Business, and Professional Studies at The College of St. Scholastica and serves as the Program Director for the MBA in Leadership and Change.

She earned her BA in psychology along with a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Arts in Management, all from The College of St. Scholastica.

About Down a Bad Road

Jealousy, secrets, and revenge make a steamy love triangle in rural New York. Burley breaks his no-married-women rule for Lavender, igniting a dangerous obsession in his ex-lover Marta. As tensions mount, a psychic warns Lavender of the danger lurking in the Adirondack woods. Someone’s out for revenge, and lives may be at stake.

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Regina was raised in upstate New York, where she spent many years exploring the Adirondack mountain region in which her new thriller DOWN A BAD ROAD is set. She recently traded the snowy northern winters for the tropical breezes of the Sunshine State. Her favorite pastimes are kayaking among the mangroves, strolling the beaches, and teaching tricks to her crafty little corgi, Pekoe.