Fast Food Vindication By Lisa Tillinger Johansen Giveaway!

For years, dozens of books, documentaries, and magazine articles have targeted the fast food industry as the cause for many of society’s ills, ranging from the obesity epidemic to the proliferation of dead-end jobs. Now, hospital dietitian Lisa Johansen makes the bold case that the fast food industry is actually a positive force in society. Johansen takes the reader from the industry’s scrappy, entrepreneurial beginnings to its emergence as a global business generating hundreds of billions of dollars annually. Far from a blight on society, the fast food industry has distinguished itself by providing a product that meets high standards of quality and safety, often healthier than meals served at home and in sit-down restaurants. The myth of the “McJob” is debunked by true-life cases of corporate titans who succeeded by virtue of the fast-food chains’ practice of promoting from within. And, relying on her years of counseling patients at one of the nation’s largest health networks, Johansen shows the reader just how easily fast food can be incorporated into a healthy lifestyle. Lively and informative, FAST FOOD VINDICATION destroys the media myths and paints the true picture of an industry that touches the lives of millions.   Pick up your copy here http://www.amazon.com/Fast-Food-Vindication-Tillinger-Johansen/dp/0578110431/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359843441&sr=1-1&keywords=fast+food+vindication LISA TILLINGER JOHANSEN spent seven years as a real estate manager for McDonald’s Corporation before enrolling at California State University Los Angeles and earning a Master’s Degree in Nutritional Science. Now a Registered Dietitian at Kaiser Permanente, Johan sen teaches nutrition classes and counsels patients on a wide range of health issues. She lives in Southern California.   This was a first for me, the verdict is still out. This goes against everything we were ever told growing up! Is it worth the read yes! It has a lot of really good info in it but I just don't think that a lot of it is true to what I have learned over the years. Lisa knows her stuff and she has backed up a lot of the information with statistics. Why not pick up a copy and make your own decision.

Beyond the Bluegrass By Golda Harvey Giveaway!

15 Year Nightmare of Abduction, Rape and Torture...Beyond the Bluegrass is a true story about a young woman who grew up in the backwoods of Kentucky. At sixteen years old, Golda wanted a better life and decided to leave her hometown to get a job to earn money for college. What Golda didn't know was that the path she was taking her to a place where she would be kidnapped. The police in Kentucky turned a blind eye and nobody seemed to search for her, nobody seemed to want to help even though she desperately tried to get away. Beaten and battered, she escaped, but then Golda was re-captured and forced back into submission as the man threatened to murder her family. Golda couldn't put anyone else at risk, especially her children and continued to suffer physical, sexual, and psychological abuse for years on end, hoping that she could get away once and for all. She ignored the pain, the gnawing inside her stomach, instead choosing to protect the ones she loved from pain and death. Beyond the Bluegrass depicts a woman's struggle with hope and her desire for freedom. After years of being subject to abuse, she wasn't sure if she would survive or make it out alive. For Golda, freedom would most certainly mean death. Golda's story changed from one of being a victim to being a survivor. Her story is an unflinching and honest tale of the battle with a captor and her struggle to survive.

 

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I only give honest reviews, and I try my best not to hurt the author. My opinions are about the book not the author.

This book was so hard to read not because of the content but because of the poor writing, I really think that Ms. Harvey needs a good editor, the story jumps around and it is not telling the whole story.

I was left not knowing how she dealt with everything , how did how kids deal with it all. Why did she go to jail? I did not get anything from the book, all of the unanswered questions, left me hanging, I did not care for it.

On the up side if a good editor gets a hold of this book, it may be a huge hit.

 

I was given a copy of this book by the author

Legends of the Lake By Philip Nork GIVEAWAY!

Age 13+ Grandparents and Great-Grandparents are the foundation of a family. Come read about “Gramps and Nana”, their family and a very special summer cottage tucked away in rural Wisconsin. This is a story about nature, fun and relaxation … but it also tells about the special relationship a boy of divorce has with his great-grandparents. Share the legends or myths he heard while growing up every summer at this special retreat. Be there when Nana teaches him many valuable life lessons that he uses his entire life. Share in the happiness and the sorrow of one family as they truly experience the love they have for each other. Legends of the Lake is a lazy Sunday drive through time, involving generational memories and shares the joy and sorrows of one family, a summer at a time. Family vacations can bring back a lot of memories. This story lets you follow the summers vacations of one family. Come feel like a part of the family enjoying the lake, fires, fresh lemonade, and learning from life experiences with the characters. The memories of youth, once you are older, leave you wishing you could go back. This truly is a book to bring a smile to your face and a warmth to your heart. It's a quaint story about a family, the Krons, and their generational memories starting with the great grandparents and ending with the last generation's character. It begins in the earlier 1900's and concludes in 1984, describing their colorful life details and traditions, ending with the main character coming back on his 50th birthday to relish the lasting memories of his past. This book is one of the ones that give you that warm fuzzy feeling inside. Philip Nork was born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. After moving to Nevada and accepting a job which left him on the road way too often, he started having dreams...dreams about the women of his life and how they impacted him. After jotting down these "memories" and being able to mold them all into a manuscript that not only told an "interesting and unique story," but left a heartwarming message at the end, he decided to publish this real-life fiction piece to see what would happen. Would people connect with his journey of self-discovery? They obviously have since Phil now has 4 reality fiction books and 1 poetry book available. They all center around divorce, how a child reacts to that divorce and the people around him who help him become a whole person again. This is the third book that I have read by Philip. It was not my favorite one but it was good. I for one would love to have a cabin on a lake. I could just sit out by the water and read all day. I love how Philip tells a story. I love the grandfather in the story,I like books about families. If you do to then this just might be a book for you.   i was given a copy of this book by the author

Goldeneyes By Delia Latham Giveaway!

A man's eyes are the windows to his soul . if he has one. Deep in the darkness of a Depression-era night, a man addicted to alcohol sells something precious to obtain it. His vile action impacts the lives of two entire families, and it will be over two decades before the horrible wrong begins to be made right again. Two young women - strangers to each other - unknowingly enmeshed in a Pandora's Box of secrets that could prevent them from finding happiness with the men they love. Two adoring mothers who know more than they are willing to say. A newsman with a story he cannot tell. What is their connection, and who is the golden-eyed stranger who moves in the shadows of their broken lives?   Pick up your copy here http://www.amazon.com/Goldeneyes-Delia-Latham/dp/0979332788/ref=sr_1_cc_1?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1359074436&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=Goldeneyes+By+delia+latham Born and raised in a place called Weedpatch, Delia Latham moved from California to Oklahoma in 2008, making her a self-proclaimed California Okie. She loves to read and write in her simple country home, and gets a kick out of watching her husband play Farmer John. The author enjoys multiple roles as Christian wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, but especially loves being a princess daughter to the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. She loves to hear from her readers. You can contact her through her website (www.delialatham.net) or send an e-mail to delia@delialatham.net This was the first book by Delia, that I have read, I really did enjoy it. It is a fast read, you can read it in one sitting. If you enjoy stories about love and faith then you are sure to like this one. Written with real raw emotion and characters that I don't think you will soon forget. If you are like me and Delia is a new author, why not give this book a shot. You may enjoy it. I was given a copy of this book by the author

My Baby's Feet By Sheila Luck

Choice, Death, and the Aftermath Fearfully and desperately wanting to hide my mistakes and deny the unwanted, but not totally unexpected ramifications of my earlier choices, I chose what seemed to be the easiest answer. I chose death, and then I moved into the aftermath of my choice. I, for a lifetime and beyond, will live in the aftermath of my choice. Although there is recovery, through forgiveness, there are lasting ramifications. No one told me that the ramifications of my choice would last forever. No one told me what my choice would do to my heart. No one told me that my choice was, in fact, a death sentence for my baby. Are you, or someone you know, facing an unwanted pregnancy? Are you wondering if "choice" is the answer, the easiest solution? After the "choice" comes the aftermath. A living choice not only gives life to a baby, but results in an aftermath of life. Abortion results in an aftermath forever shrouded in death, death of a baby, perhaps death of your own baby. For those struggling with the aftermath of abortion, you and your loved ones can find forgiveness. This book is for: • Teenage moms wrestling with choice and an unplanned pregnancy • Loved ones who are seeking resolution after abortion • Anyone who needs hope and healing after abortion This book is a great tool for teen pregnancy educators, pregnancy center advisors, and those seeking to learn more about the emotional struggles, post abortion. It is written out of love and understanding by a woman who thought her choice was the best answer. Whether or not you are a Christian, you will be inspired by the author's incredible faith, without which it would have been impossible to write this book. Through my story, I pray that you will know that a living choice is the only real choice. Join me in my story of running from my mistakes, hiding my choice, and slogging through the aftermath. Come with me as I discover a new truth about an old choice. Join me as I struggle with guilt and heartfelt shame, knowing the new truth. Observe the aftermath. What choice would you have made? What choice would you recommend? About the author Sheila and her husband Wayne have been blessed with two beautiful daughters. She is currently on the Board of Directors of Elizabeth Ministry International and Wisconsin Right to Life. In 2010, Sheila received a certificate in equipping from The Masters Institute. Sheila began her career following college working as an engineer for IBM. After three years, she resigned to attend law school at Marquette University Law School, graduating in 1985. In 2003, after nearly twenty years of being employed full-time as an attorney, Sheila retired and accepted God's call to begin writing Christian books and speaking for a variety of Christian organizations and schools. Sheila's current books include three Bible studies: • The Challenge of Change: Careers, Callings and Work-Life Crossroads • My Secret Loss: Finding Life after Abortion • Grapple with Guilt, Shed the Shame   Pick up your copy here http://www.amazon.com/Babys-Feet-Choice-Death-Aftermath/dp/1622450248/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359843223&sr=1-1&keywords=my+baby%27s+feet

Wings of Glass By Gina Holmes

From the best-selling author of Crossing Oceans comes a heartrending yet uplifting story of friendship and redemption. On the cusp of adulthood, eighteen-year-old Penny Carson is swept off her feet by a handsome farmhand with a confident swagger. Though Trent Taylor seems like Prince Charming and offers an escape from her one-stop-sign town, Penny's happily-ever-after lasts no longer than their breakneck courtship. Before the ink even dries on their marriage certificate, he hits her for the first time. It isn't the last, yet the bruises that can't be seen are the most painful of all. When Trent is injured in a welding accident and his paycheck stops, he has no choice but to finally allow Penny to take a job cleaning houses. Here she meets two women from very different worlds who will teach her to live and laugh again, and lend her their backbones just long enough for her to find her own.   Order your copy here http://www.amazon.com/Wings-Glass-Gina-Holmes/dp/1414366418/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359768659&sr=1-1&keywords=wings+of+glass Gina Holmes is a Senior Publicist with Silver Seas PR (www.silverseaspr.com), the President and founder of popular literary site, Novel Rocket, and award-winning author of Crossing Oceans, Dry as Rain, and Wings of Glass. She resides with her husband and children in southern Virginia. She works too hard, laughs too loud, and longs to see others heal from their past and discover their God-given purpose. To learn more about her, visit www.ginaholmes.com or www.novelrocket.com. Or find her on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/authorginaholmes I have to tell you I have read Gina's first two books they were good. Well Crossing Oceans was one of the best books I have ever read. When I got my copy of Wings of Glass I just was not sure that Gina could top Crossing Oceans, Well she did. This is such a moving book.  A book full of hope. My heart went out to  Penny, I have lived that life and I just felt her pain. This was a very emotional read for me, but I never put it down. Gina pulled me in and I am happy to say it is my new favorite book by her. I loved the end, it turned out just like I was hoping it would. I give this book 5 stars and I highly recommend it. I was given a copy of this book by the publisher.

Another Second Chance... God's Story By Troy Lewis

How a stranger's kidney saved my life ...And my brothers too!

Troy played Jesus Christ in a local passion drama for 9 years. He successfully coached girls fastpitch softball for 7 years. He and his wife had two beautiful girls.

But in January of 2010, after being blindsided with the news of kidney failure, the man from Ohio came to the realization that life as he knew it was over... He began a race against time, struggling at every turn, taking detours that didn't make sense, and facing roadblocks that tested his faith. When things looked absolutely hopeless, Hope showed up in a miraculous way!

Troy thought it was a brother's love that would save him, but it was a Father's love that saved them both. A thousand miles away a stranger felt a call to courageously give with nothing expected in return, not knowing that he had the rarest of kidneys.

Troy couldn't have imagined what God had in store for all who were part of this story. Hollywood couldn't have scripted it. He humbly encourages everyone reading this book to believe that, no matter what we are facing in life, we can experience the revelation of what God has in store for our lives.

This book will speak to anyone facing challenges larger than themselves, whether it's job loss, financial ruin, family pain, or your own battle with illness. Miracles still happen and there is always "Another Second Chance".

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Troy Lewis is a recent walking miracle (transplant reipient), speaker, and author. He loves sharing "Wow God stories" to inspire and encourage others. He resides in Northwest Ohio with his lovely wife Stephanie and two beautiful daughters Corrine and Allison. To learn more about Troy and his story, go to www.anothersecondchance.org

Let me start this review off by saying most of you know me personally and know that I have been very sick with my kidneys for years. This book could not have come at a better time for me. The Lord knew that I needed to read this now. My best friend found Troy on line and she said you have to read this book it is just what you need right now. Well with out further a do, she sent a message to Troy asking him to send me a copy to read and review. And he gladly mailed a copy right out to me. The day I got Troy's book in the mail I also got 5 more books to review so I set out reading them and never thought about Troys book until I went to the book shelf picked it up  the next in line to be reviewed  and it was Another Second Chance and I started reading it. I was in awe of this awe inspiring book. It touched me so deep. This book is such an inspiration to me that I will read it over and over again. I cried so many times  reading this book, happy tears, tears of joy. I feel like Troy AKA Jesus ( you will get this after you read the book) was meant to be a part of my life even if just through his book. I want all of you who love me and are a part of my life to read this book as soon as you can. You will get to look into my world a little by reading this book. If you read no other book this year PLEASE READ THIS ONE. I am crying so hard as I  am sitting here  typing to  you all. Most of you know I don't like  long reviews but I felt those of you who loved me would really like to know how I felt about this book. I am sure that you will see God on every page just as I did! You will even get to meet Jay who by the way is Troy's angel.  I highly recommend this book. I give this book 5 stars two times it is such a great book. I was given a copy of this book by the author. THANK YOU TROY!

Who knows maybe I will get my Second Chance