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Author: R.W. Roth

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Mindset mentor is a book having quotes from 240 of the world’s best mentors in their own field with a lot of significance. The book has its own magic itself. And no doubt it holds the power to make you even more stronger by cultivating a positive mindset within you.
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⏩What I liked ⏪
●it’s been extremely overwhelming idea as far as the book is concerned. Even when some parts are little dragged or a little bit slow, overall I was pretty happy with the book. Initially I was little sceptical about the book because the theme was a little off the mainstream non fiction, but now it’s good to hear from the successful people worldwide how a positive attitude towards adversities can change your whole life. Seriously it brings a smile on my face.

I think the primary reason to sign on this topic was that author was constantly dealing with his own depression and willing to read a book just like what he has written now. It really came as a pleasant surprise. This book have explored the effect of mental illness on human beings and their relationships to this great depth.
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⏩My Fave Quotes⏪
All my favourite quotes are highlighted on @goodreads.com. Please have a look. Link in bio.
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⏩Personal Take⏪
It’s probably the first time I have read a lot of quotes together. I didn’t expect all of these amazing quotes can boost my energy level, but it did. All of it has got me feeling like, ‘yeah, I think I’m moving in the right direction.’ To be honest I’m so much more confident now.
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⏩ Writing style⏪
Authors’ writing style is lucid and convenient. Language is basic and easy to understand.
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⏩Recommendation⏪
If you are depressed or feeling low somehow I suggest you pick this one up.

Ratings: 4🌟

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Q1. Would you like to introduce yourself to your readers?

I am an entrepreneur, martial artist, yoga practitioner and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu coach from New Zealand. I was born and raised in South Africa, our family moved to NZ when I was 12. I dropped out of school to become a boat builder and did that for 10 years and hated it so decided to start my own company. I have been doing BJJ for over 7 years and over that time and started teaching it as well. I have found a real purpose in helping people and wrote this book to help whoever reads it to become a better person.

Q2. Congratulations for your beautiful book. What’s the significance of the title?

Thank you, the choosing of the title took around 6 months of testing various options to finally pick Mindset Mentors. I wanted a title that clearly lets the reader know what the book is about and what they can expect from reading it.

Q3. What do you hope your readers take away from this book?

I hope that the readers approach it with an open mind because the mind is like a parachute, it only works if it is open. I believe that the guidance and inspiration distilled in these quotes from exceptional achievers can help anyone who is open to what they have to say.

Q4. What was the first thought which came to your mind that actually persuaded you to write your own book?

After reading a lot of self development books I decided to write a book that I would have loved to have read early on in life. I wrote Mindset Mentors to share some of the tools and wisdom that’s helped me create a healthy mindset following many uncertain periods in my life. 

Q5. What kind of books did you grow up reading? What genre do you prefer to read?

As a kid I loved reading Goosebumps by R.L.Stine as well as Harry Potter, then I transitioned into reading self development books which have helped change my life for the better. I have listed as many as I could in Mindset Mentors so that readers have an idea of what books to read if they are looking to improve their lives.

Q6. What did you learn while writing this book?

I learned that all the most successful and wise people tend to view the world in a similar way and that the wisdom one person said a thousand years ago is pretty much the same wisdom that modern day achievers believe and say as well.

Q7. What were the difficulties you faced while writing this book?

The hardest thing I faced when creating this book was choosing what quotes to leave out so that each page is a single person’s quotes without it bleeding over onto another person’s page, so that throughout the book it is a page per person and all their best quotes.

Q8. What kinds of advice from fans/readers do you find most/least helpful?

I like when they point out what quotes they enjoyed the most and why they thought it is a useful quote.

Q9. Which is the one thing that writing changed in you?

Writing has allowed me to organize my thoughts better which as a result has improved my ability to coach BJJ/martial arts. 

Q10. How does one become a better writer according to you?

I believe doing difficult activities that force you outside of your comfort zone are what’s needed to develop the brain, as the brain develops so does your ability to write because you are unlocking new levels to your thinking. Writing is just written thoughts so the better your thinking the better your writing will become. Reading a lot in the specific genre that you are interested in is also extremely important in helping you write better.

Thanks again, for joining me into this amazing conversation.

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Q1. Would you like to introduce yourself to your readers?

Well This is Prachi, from Bhubaneswar. An MBA student by profession who has a passion for writing.

Q2. Congratulations on your beautiful book ma’am. What’s the significance of the title?

Dearest Love, is an expression of emotions at every phase the protagonist experiences when she falls in love. She wants to confess everything she has inside because she believes even if like the temporary state of every beautiful feeling, this may be lost somewhere. So, she has to pour her heart out, the journey she has felt with him.

Q3. What do you hope your readers take away from this book?

I want my readers to connect with every phase of emotion, starting from falling in love with pain. I want them to know how beautiful they are, what impact they can have on you and how love persists inspite of barriers. How we shouldn’t give up on love even if we have to fight the hardest battles.

Q4. What was the first thought which came to your mind that actually persuaded you to write your own book?

People. I observe people. I tend to notice subtle things and the sometimes reason behind why would they react in a certain way. I study the emotion behind what they say. I find that there is a certain mystery in these things and also there would be some story. So, I had started writing stories based on what I see and what I experience, what other people experience.

Q5. What kind of books did you grow up reading? What genre do you prefer to read?

I grew up reading mysteries like Hardy Boys, Nancy Drew, Famous Five in sixth class onwards. Then I loved Nicholas Sparks and Nora Roberts in high school. Then I fell into an addiction for Historical Fiction and classics. I started reading them and I absolutely love that genre. My favourite book is ‘Once and Always’ by Judith Mcnaught.

Q6. What did you learn while writing this book?

I learnt to appreciate love in the moments we spend rather than thinking about how long would it last. I learnt how sometimes beauty can be found in the saddest things.

Q7. What were the difficulties you faced while writing this book?

I wanted to tell a story through phases of emotions. And this book is based on an unfinished love. A love that remain inspite of barriers, inspite of being separated. It’s a constant in your life.
As the vibe of unfinished love was my aim, I was not sure which poem should be the last one. Also, arranging the poems in an order so that it tells a kind of story to the readers is also a challenge.

Q8. What kinds of advice from fans/readers do you find most/least helpful?

I always like honest views about my book. I definitely know that I am still learning starting from my first book to this one, I know I have been growing and that’s because of the suggestions or reviews I get. I also focus on the suggestions in the next book I write, so definitely the gaps that they feel while reading helps me a lot.

Q9. Which is the one thing that writing changed in you?

I think it made me more mature, I became a lit more patient and it definitely made a better listener. Because I believe listening is an important aspect of being a storyteller or a writer.

Q10. How does one become a better writer according to you?

It’s focusing on details but then expressing in your words how you feel. It’s making your own comparisons with whatever aspect you want to. Also, listening is an important part to write. If you hear people, you will find many stories that you can write.

Thanks a lot, wishing you good luck! Thanks for sparing time from your busy schedule.

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Q1. Would you like to introduce yourself to your readers?

I am Dr. Shellie Hipsky the #1 Bestselling Author in India on Amazon fir my book “Ball Gowns to Yoga Pants: Entrepreneurial Secrets for Creating Your Dream Business and Brand”! I am also the CEO of Inspiring Lives International and the Exec Director of the Global Sisterhood.

Q2. Congratulations for your book ma’am. What’s the significance of the title?

My daughter noticed that I used to always wear power suits to work when I was a tenured professor. Then when I became an entrepreneur, I wore either in ball gowns for a charity gala or yoga pants with my kids near by making deals on my cell phone.

Q3. What do you hope your readers take away from this book?

I want them to be able to create their own successful heart-centered businesses and brands!

Q4. Who is your favourite author and why?

Maya Angelou because of her amazing insights into the world of marginalized women.

Q5. What was the first thought which came to your mind that actually persuaded you to write your own book?

It’s time! I need to dig deep and be vulnerable and authentic with this one so that others around the world can learn how! 

Q6. Which character inspired you the most and how?

It’s nonfiction, so Sara Blakey the CEO of Spanx has to be the most inspiring boss lady who I researched in the book.

Q7. What did you learn while writing this book?

I learned that the path the successful entrepreneurship is not east for most. Yet, you must hang in there and work through the obstacles.

Q8. What were the difficulties you faced while writing this book?

Honestly, it was the title. It changed so many times until what my daughter had said popped into my head and I knew it was. “Ball Gowns to Yoga Pants”!

Q9. Which is the one thing that writing changed in you?

It gave me an outlet for expressing myself and to help teach others truly internationally. It changed me my ability to provide a service for others which brings me joy.

Q10. Any message for your readers?

Thank you for reading “Ball Gowns to Yoga Pants” and for helping to spread the word. I wish for you, success and happiness monetizing your passion and purpose! 

Great! Thanks a ton, your story will surely inspire your readers. Good luck.

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Author: Gregory Muller
#qotd: what’s your dream of life?
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The story is all about Natalie Moss and her dreams to get onto a stage for the first time. It’s also about whether she gets to fulfill those dreams or not. She dared to explore beyond her comfort zone, to make a difference on her own without her parents knowing. However, she had to go through a lot of incidents in order to fulfill that. What does it take to be a popular singer?
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⏩What I liked ⏪
● A large part of Natalie’s life plays out with her dreams carving out her individual story and many subplots and conflicts that make her way in. Whatever happens in this real world, author put just that.
●I would give the full credit to the author to portray the character of Natalie who is courageous and free-spirited and knows well how to get things done. The book is written in stark prose that only accentuates the jarring emotions that Natalie experienced in her musical journey.
● Apart from that, it immediately opens your mind to a lot of things. That made a difference as we got to learn how important to be creative rather than academically intelligent. And I loved the cover and the title. It’s apt for the book.
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⏩What I didn’t like ⏪
Honestly the biggest problem here is the predictable plot which could have been more interesting. And also it somehow lacks the depth of characters. Of course, it was well-defined but I wish it could be more apparent.
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⏩ Writing style⏪
Authors’ writing style is good and I really liked how author penned down everything. Language is pretty convenient. Story moves well with steady paced narration treated with well balanced emotions.
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⏩Recommendation⏪
As it’s a very easy and quick yet inspirational read, I would definitely recommend this book to young adults.

Ratings: 4🌟

Q1. Would you like to introduce yourself to your readers?
Sure, my name is Greg Muller. I was born in the united states, in the farmlands of New York. I grew up writing, but didn’t find a love for reading until later on in life.

Q2. What’s the significance of the title “Chasing Stomach Butterflies”?
I think of that feeling of nervousness in the pit of your stomach, where every part of you is telling you to run away. I think those feelings are something we should look for, and chase down. Not run away from.

Q3. What do you hope your readers take away from this book?
That it is never to late to start developing a creative activity. No matter how busy or long it has been. Picking it up again will give you the motivation, and courage to do it more.

Q4. If you had three wishes, what would they be?
I’d wish for more wishes, Learn how to speak Manadrian, and breathe underwater.

Q5. What was the first thought which came to your mind that actually persuaded you to write your own book?
I don’t know this is a good question. I think it would have to be, I am a writer, I should write something.

Q6. What famous author do you wish would be your mentor?
I am a big fan of the way John Green conducts himself, historically Ernest Hemmingway always seemed really cool.

Q7. What did you learn while writing this book?
Emotions matter, it is what makes a story interesting, without them, it is a flat story with flat people.

Q8. What were the difficulties you faced while writing this book?
Finishing it. I am such a perfection oriented person that saying it is good enough for others was the hardest thing.

Q9. If not writing books, how would you express your creativity?
Poetry, But that is still in the realm of writing, so painting or drawing most likely.

Q10. Any message for your readers?
I hope you enjoy the book.

Thanks again, for joining me into this amazing conversation.

Q1. Would you like to introduce yourself to your readers?

My name is Andrew Shannon, author of the Exquisite and Timely Death of God, hopefully the book that is next on your reading list! I am in Australia, Melbourne based, and am currently finding new ways to occupy myself in lockdown here due to coronavirus. My house has never been cleaned so often, and now I am learning to speak Mandarin as well as watching a lot of Netflix. Trying to be productive as much as possible and spending a bit of time trying to promote my new book, hence this wonderful interview.

Q2. Congratulations for your book sir. What’s the significance of the title?

I think the reader will realise the significance of the title about 2/3 of the way into the book and if I talk about it more, it might give too much away ! Whilst not a religious book, the appearance of God to the human race is definitely a strong background theme, and I don’t think it has ever been written about before. I am happy that I have created a unique and original book.

Q3. What do you hope your readers take away from this book?

Great question. I hope readers walk away with a fresh perspective on what might happen should God’s presence become known to man that they haven’t considered before. There most likely will not be an old man with a grey beard with thunder and lightning! I also try to paint a realistic view of mankind’s reaction, where such a joyous event can still be twisted into having negative outcomes due to man’s nature.

Q4. Who is your favourite author and why?

It might sound cliché now that the movies have come out, but I read Lord of the Rings when I was 8 and a couple of times after that, and J.R.R. Tolkien created such a complex and realistic new world whilst at the same time weaving such magical words around the good old story of good versus evil and the most epic quest ever to have been written about. Even after reading thousands of books, I still rate him as the best author of all time.

Q5. What was the first thought which came to your mind that actually persuaded you to write your own book?

I have always believed that everybody has at least one book hidden away inside of them, so this was a bucket list thing for me. I would hate to get to 80 years old on my death bed and know that I had not written that book that was inside of me.

Q6. How do you pick the subject and characters of your story and what is your writing process?

The subject popped into my head about ten years ago and I thought I was onto a unique and original idea, so I committed to it. I had a general structure of the book in mind, but it honestly just wrote itself and turned out very differently to what I had originally planned. It grew organically and I just went with it! I tried to plan each chapter in advance and created a shell outline, however it was constantly changing. Fortunately the final product seemed to come together and fit perfectly together like a jigsaw puzzle.

Q7. What did you learn while writing this book?

I learned that I take a very long time to get around to doing things and am great at procrastinating. Which is strange because when I actually sat down to write I felt so content and loved every minute of putting a million different pieces of a story together in a logical way. The feeling I got when I created the perfect sentence and got it down on paper was very satisfying. But I also learned that I am a perfectionist, and so getting that perfect sentence was very time consuming sometimes! And the poem towards the end almost took 3 months to write! I hope the readers appreciate it.

Q8. What were the difficulties you faced while writing this book?

Mostly finding the time, and mental desire to sit down at my laptop and write. But once I had the computer opened, life felt good. I think my standards I set for myself were so high I created difficulties for myself in meeting those standards.

Q9. Which is the one thing that writing changed in you?

Another great question, I think I always had trouble committing to anything long term and seeing things thru to fruition, but I have now learned that I can do this and it has taken a large burden off and I can now believe in myself a little more than I used to.

Q10. Any message for your readers?

Other than to buy the book, I would say that if there is that one thing that has been on your list of things to do and is eating away at you inside for not having done it yet, just make a small start and chip away at it over time. Before you know it it will be done and you will not die with regret.

Thanks again, for joining me in. I wish a very good luck for you and your future projects.

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Author: Marion Hill
Genre: fantasy.
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Starting from the cover, it’s pretty awesome and the title is catchy too.

Diondray’s Journey is the second book of the series The Diondray’s Chronicles that will transport you to the world of Kammbia, an imaginative place in which Diondray’s mission is to unite a nation divided by a forest of lies. When privilege becomes an unbearable burden to discover Diondray’s inner hero, what is a life of privilege worth if there’s no peace? What will happen next? To know more, you just need to pick this book up.

One of the many potent ways of reclaiming history by the author has been fictionalised by pinning the personal with the political and the past with the present in Diondray’s Chronicles. Although it juggles elements of memories, memoirs, magical realism to political violence and patriarchal repression through love, rebellion, art and emotions, transforming the allegory into a collective sharing in the history of the Kammbia.

Author narrates Diondray’s extraordinary journey of self-awakening and unfolding the truth behind his knowledge. From collective and personal instances of systematic subjugation of his real challenges to finding a solution of his own problem, author did a great job, voicing a vivid and true-to-life recounting of the unvoiced in a skillful manner.

The book also explores various regions, their thoughts and the real meaning of life. The entire plot brings a pretty solid turn and a heartwarming feelings within us. It focuses on every minute details of the storyline.

✖What I didn’t like✖
Few chapters were a bit lengthy and they could have been shorter.
Apart from that, I wish it could have been more swift with less amount of characters( just like previous book!)
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Writing Style
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I really loved author’s writing style and his power of storytelling from the roots. Fast paced narration is super engaging and makes this book an entertaining and relevant read. I’m eagerly waiting to read the last book of this series.

💠Recommendation:
Overall, the book is ideal for beginners but anybody can enjoy this.