[BOOK REVIEW] With Heart of a Warrior author Pele Hunkin shares her pain, her courage and resilience

 

by Cyrus Webb

Life can have many challenges. What matters is what we do when they come our way. Will they cause us to give up or will we find the strength to keep going?

In HEART OF A WARRIOR author Pele Hunkin shares her journey, full of highs and lows---and what has helped her to not just survive but thrive. 

She talks about the loss of loved ones, the loss of relationships and the rediscovering of her faith. Through her challenges she is able to learn lessons that also speak to us, giving us exactly what we need when the chips are down.

Pele writes this in the book: "Know that you are more than enough and more than a conqueror. I want to encourage anyone going through any life challenges to be grateful for the experience. Understand that the choice is yours to be better and not bitter with what life is throwing at you. When you look for the positive in any situation, God will offer it to you in abundance."

HEART OF A WARRIOR is the kind of book that will motivate you during the down times and allow you to see that regardless of what comes your way or what others think, you can achieve things that might appear impossible.

Get your copy on Amazon. 

[BOOK REVIEW] With ADVERSITY FOR SALE Jeezy shares the cost due for what you want in life

 

by Cyrus Webb

For those looking for success tips from a proven winner then Adversity for Sale by Jeezy is a book you need to read. 

The book released in 2023 and is STILL an Amazon bestseller today, showing that it is resonating with readers and for good reason.

Jeezy is able to share not just the lessons learned but the way he has used his adversities in life as fuel for the life he wanted for himself. We're able to see not just the determination but the willingness to go for it even when it seems the odds are against him. 

A few takeaways: 1) Sometimes you have to step out of a situation to get a look at the bigger picture. 2)  Not everyone can come along on the journey with you. To reach where you are meant to go, you have to sometimes let something go in the process. 3) Know your strengths. For Jeezy his clarity of vision and purpose have been his superpower. Find yours, and there's nothing you can't do.

Adversity for Sale is a book that will remind you of what's possible, while urging you to take the risks needed to push forward towards your inner greatness. 

Get ADVERSITY FOR SALE on Amazon. 

[BOOK REVIEW] Bill Bellamy's TOP BILLIN' shows what helped him get to the top and stay there today

by Cyrus Webb 

When you hear the name Bill Bellamy we all have our favorite movie or tv show that he has appeared in. You might also have caught him on stage. In TOP BILLIN' we are able to get a look at the man: how he became who he is, what helped him believe in his gift and what it's been like to learn lessons along the way.

It wasn't always an easy path for the talented entertainer. He shares his struggles and what it's been like to define himself in his career and in life. He also gives us a glimpse at his personal side, navigating relationships and fatherhood. 

This is the kind of book that is sure to inspire and motivate the reader, regardless of your career. TOP BILLIN' gives us a deep dive into the man that has made us laugh over the years----sharing what it takes to get to the top and stay there. 

Get your copy of TOP BILLIN' on Amazon. 

[BOOK REVIEW] In SHARE MY LIFE Kem gives a glimpse at the life behind the fame

by Cyrus Webb

 We have gotten to know Kem over the years for his great songs, but in SHARE MY LIFE he takes us behind the success to the struggles, highs and lows and road that led him where he is today.

Whether you're a fan of his music or someone who loves a great comeback story, this book will speak to you. I love the honesty, the way he talks about the dark places of his life that could have destroyed him and all he worked for---and how his faith helped to guide him to heights that few have known.

Probably the most powerful part of the book is how we are able to see how his appreciation for his success and place today is only possible because he recognizes how far God has brought him. By relying on his Creator and not on his own abilities, Kem is able to ascend to places that may have appeared impossible in the past.

Revealing and inspiring, SHARE MY LIFE is the kind of book you need to read to remind you of what is possible. That way we can learn as Kem did that the best is yet to come. 

Get yoru copy of SHARE MY LIFE on Amazon. 

[BOOK REVIEW] Lost your way? Dr. Teresa A. Smith's TRANSFORMATION: The Bounce Back helps you get back on track

 

No matter who many lessons we believe we have learned or how far we have come in life, there are times when things happen that remind us there is more to learn. 

Dr. Teresa A. Smith is someone I  have followed for some time, and though she has overcome so much and thriving, her new book TRANSFORMATION: The Bounce Back shows that even she is still learning the important lessons of life.

The book shows that even as a bestselling author and motivational speaker Teresa is still having to take her own advice. And when she doesn't, it leads her spiraling down a path that threatened everything she has worked for.

"I had subtle warnings, but Ignored them," she writes in the book. "When we consistently ignore the physical warning, the body adjusts, and the signs that once caught our attention no longer do."

Facing uncertainty, however, she realized what she had to do, and that is what she shares in The Bounce Back, letting our do the work that she is doing so we can get to a place or healing and wholeness again.

Great for those looking to make changes in their lives and commit to themselves again, TRANSFORMATION: The Bounce Back helps you get back on track if you have lost your way. 

Get your copy on Amazon. 

[BOOK REVIEW] In FROM SCRATCH David Moscow reminds us of the human contribution to what we eat

 We do it all the time: go out to eat or buy food and cook it at home. How many times, though, have we thought about how we got that food or the humans involved in making it possible.

In FROM SCRATCH David Moscow takes his own curiosity and love of food around the United States and the world to share that story. He lets us into the jobs needed to get food to the consumer and the cost involved for the planet and the workers. You can't help but look at the process in a different way after reading this book. David sees up close and personal what it takes to keep the food chain moving---and the role all of us can play to make sure those involved are taken care of and appreciated for what they do.

The book teaches you about food you may not have personally experienced before but may become curious about. It also allows you to see how the seemingly "simple" things we take for granted have many components and hands involved to bring it to us.

A book that is engaging and educational, FROM SCRATCH paints a picture of the human contribution to what we eat.

Get FROM SCRATCH on Amazon. 

[BOOK REVIEW] Face the Music in Pictures , Book One Reloaded: The Jerome Ewing Story

 by Cyrus Webb

We all have heard the saying that a picture is worth a thousand words. In this case Face the Music in Pictures , Book One Reloaded: The Jerome Ewing Story speaks volumes, not just for the pictures it contains but the history it shared.

Birthed after the pandemic, we are able to see how Jerome Ewing has used his skills with a camera to not just snap pictures but record memories and history that will be shared forward. Putting the book together with the stories he is able to recount, it gives us a look not just at his varied career but the lives he has touched. We see the "It Crowd" of the entertainment industry, some of which hadn't reached the levels of fame and influence they now have, but still enjoying where they were in their careers. 

This book also is about how Jerome Ewing has garnered the trust and the attention of those with power and influence, allowing him to use his gifts in ways that not just impresses us but inspires us as well.

A conversation piece as well as a piece of history, Face the Music in Pictures , Book One Reloaded: The Jerome Ewing Story is a book that will entertain and inspire. 

Get your copy on Amazon. 

[Book Review] Chanelle Coleman Wesley shows that by saying yes to yourself it makes room for everything else

by Cyrus Webb

 This is the kind of book that women as well as men can benefit from. SHE SAID YES TO HERSELF UNAPOLOGETICALLY captures the importance of knowing who you are, identifying your self-worth and not allowing others to keep you from walking in your own greatness.

Chanelle is able to share the lessons she has learned but how she is using her platform to motivate and inspire others towards their own possibilities. I have seen her do just that, embracing her role as a motivational speaker, leader and author who doesn't just talk the talk. She walks the walk. 

Love that the message is all about realizing that where you are now does not have to determine how far you can go. And even if you have put others ahead of you in the past, now is the time to say yes to you.

A book that will not just help you grow in your own confidence but show others the importance of putting themselves first, SHE SAID YES TO HERSELF UNAPOLOGETICALLY touches the mind and the heart. 

Get your copy on Amazon. 

[BOOK REVIEW] Feeling caged in by your experiences? Jessica James Henry's TRAUMA BREAKTHROUGH shares freedom

by Cyrus Webb

For those that have felt caged in by their past hurt and experiences, Mississippi Success Honoree and bestselling author Jessica James Henry offers not just hope but keys to help you break free. 

TRAUMA BREAKTHROUGH allows you to see how Jessica has been able to recognize the events that were holding her back (some of which she contributed to), and discover why she had to learn to forgive herself and move forward. Along the way she offers strategies to help YOU as well. As she talks about in the book, it's a journey. Don't expect things to happen overnight. The important thing, however, is to do the things that will help you be the person you were created to be. 

That means sometime you have to say NO to those you love to protect your own peace and well-being. It also means you have to separate yourself to make sure that you're taking care of yourself. 

The main takeaway? No one is going through life by themselves. ALL of us can learn something from the challenges and victories of others that we can apply for ourselves. If you're able to do that then you will not just get freedom for yourself but help others do the same, too. 

TRAUMA BREAKTHOUGH is available on Amazon. 

[BOOK REVIEW] Stand Up to Workplace Bullying and Discrimination by Dawn Marie Westmoreland

 

When I first heard about the new book by Dawn Marie Westmoreland I knew it was something I wanted to read so I could tell others about it. STAND UP TO WORKPLACE BULLYING AND DISCRIMINATION was released in June 2021 and continues to be just right for reminding people of their power in their place of employment. After I started reading it, however, I realized that it is more than a workbook for work. It's about what we deserve in life, and the importance of doing our part to make sure that everyone feels seen and respected.

Taking real examples, including her own, Dawn shows in the book what your rights are, the right and wrong ways to handle situations that arise---and the resources that can help you and those around you.

That's right: The book doesn't just address the PROBLEMS. It provides assistance to get you SOLUTIONS. This is a book for those who want to change things, for those who want to take action as well as for those who want to share what is available for those brave enough to take a stand.

STAND UP TO WORKPLACE BULLYING AND DISCRIMINATION is a great resource for those feeling invisible and treated unfairly. It reminds you that you're worthy of being seen and heard, and you're not alone.

[BOOK REVIEW] Tabitha Brown continues to inspire with I DID A NEW THING

by Cyrus Webb 

Anyone who follows Tabitha Brown knows she is all about inspiring others to be their best self. With her book I DID A NEW THING she continues that message, sharing how trying new things has benefited her and can have the same effect on you.

When the book launched we saw Tab do a lot of new things, including making her first trip to Mississippi for a book event and even giving Donna new styles and techniques while on the road. 

What will that NEW THING be for you? That is the cool thing about this book and the message. Tabitha shows it doesn't have to be a HUGE DEAL to be NEW. It could just be your taking steps outside your comfort zone and allowing yourself to try something you haven't experienced before.

For those who are looking for that push to let their faith take them outside their fears, I DID A NEW THING might be just that primer you need. 

Get I DID A NEW THING on Amazon.