Summer Is Time For Change, Recharge, Reboot, and a Life Awakening Makeover With ‘Find The Seeker: A Pathless Path’…

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“Don’t Judge This Book By Its cover! Simple and Life Changing!” ~Amazon Reader

If a book could authentically transform you back to a peaceful mind, body awakening, and to a happy stressless soul like no other, would you read it?
Of course, you would! This and much more is what you will find within the pages of and, No, not another wishy-washy Zeny Meditation-ish BOOK …

It is a powerful well-written practical read by Master Genro Xuan Lou Laoshi (Author) and Co-Author, Clifford Stevens. It is a book filled with inspiration, life-changing empowerment, and more. If you are planning a Staycation close to home, going to the beach or lake? Bring this book along and feel refreshed as clear running cool stream when done reading this one.

The best part? They have both the E-book now only .99 CENTS! and now for the first time the Paperback now on SALE for $9.99 on “Amazon Kindle and Amazon Books” for readers to enjoy!

Here is a little more about the book and a must visit is in order to Master Genro and Cliff’s website for their  “Weekly Wisdom & Reader Discussions!”
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Find the Seeker! by Zen Master Genro Xuan Lou, Laoshi and his pupil, Zen teacher Clifford Stevens, takes us on an inner pilgrimage, compassionately picking us up where we are, whether beginners or longstanding seekers. Based on the wisdom and profound, first-hand experience of a modern-day Master as well as the teachings of enlightened ones, a book that reboots our search of the “the mysteries” and our ‘spiritual side in order to renew our limiting, thought-driven and ego-dominated lives. Focusing on the spiritual dimension underlying Existence which all of us share, the book addresses people of all faiths who suffer, are unhappy and seek to lead more fulfilling lives.

“Find the Seeker!” is not a wishy-washy, feel-good book offering a quick fix or esoteric porridge or pandering to those who want a spiritual baby rattle to rely on. Instead, it serves as a traveling companion and guide, enticing readers with the vision of what we really are – Absolute, eternal and unconditional Being, whole and divine – which can only be directly experienced and embodied. It serves as a powerful wake-up call for those who mistakenly believe in their being separate from the Oneness and living in a state of duality, reminding us that the Kingdom of God is really within us.

Although written by a Zen Master and using some Zen stories, the focus is not on explaining Zen, its tenets or history. The book is in stark contrast to the majority of books which indulge in superficial descriptions or sayings and provide seemingly “precise” instructions, lists of goals or steps to take which trap us into continuing our dependency on intermediaries and religious institutions or our self-delusion of being less than we really are. Instead, accompanying the authors along the age-old pathless path we have always been on, we are called upon to empty ourselves and “drop” all our preconceptions and expectations and the limited “self” which thinks it has a life of its own, as well as the heavy backpack with all our experiences and learnings.

The book holds up a mirror to our worldly existence, suffering and the intricate workings of the ego, which entraps us in the never-ending soap opera and the roller coaster of life’s ups and downs. We are led to live mindfully in the here-now, delve more deeply into ourselves and to be Self-reliant – enabling our inner guru to unfold our true nature so that we can abide in the one Self. In this way seekers become finders, and we can become the Oneness we already are, enjoying the true vibrant bliss and lightness of Being that is inherently ours …

Amazon Review:

A Practical Guide to Trusting the Mystery of Life
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PRESS RELEASE. New Book By Author, Joe Siccardi and Paperback Now Released…

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My Name Is Sam: … and Heaven Is Still Shining Through
June 11, 2019 – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1071097202/ 

  • Paperback: 191 pages
  • Publisher: Independently published (June 11, 2019)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1071097202

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**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**

EDITORS: For review copies or interview requests, contact the author, Joe Siccardi:

Telephone: (207) 279-0448

E-mail: wisdomfromafather@gmail.com

 

Local Author Pens Third Book

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                DOVER-FOXCROFT, ME – Local Author Joe Siccardi has completed his third book, My Name Is Sam … and Heaven Is Still Shining Through.

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A Facebook Live hard launch is scheduled at July 2, 6 p.m. at Thompson Free Library, Dover-Foxcroft. Both e-book and paperback copies are available on Amazon. For a signed copy, contact the author at wisdomfromafather@gmail.com.

  My Name Is Sam … and Heaven Is Still Shining Through is a follow-up to the breakout novella, Heaven Shining Through. It introduces Sam (Samantha), her family and friends in more detail than the original, and picks up where the original novella left off. It has already generated pre-release buzz, including one reviewer commenting, “I LOVE the ending of your book. It was probably the strongest ending I’ve read in my entire life!”

In between the novella and novel, Siccardi published a non-fiction book, Wisdom From a Father … One Dad’s Thoughts on Life. It was published in November and is an update of posts made on his blog, wisdomfromafather.wordpress.com. The 52 essay chapters include reflections on life, love, and family. All are written from the heart, sometimes seriously and sometimes with a touch of humor.

Siccardi is a 52-year newspaper publishing veteran, most recently as publisher/editor of a community weekly newspaper in Seneca County of the Finger Lakes in New York.

Siccardi credits the quiet of Maine as the impetus for completing his writing projects. He moved to Dover-Foxcroft almost four years ago while commuting to and from upstate New York until his publication was sold. He retired permanently to Piscataquis County in July 2017.

The novel is a response to reviewers’ comments Heaven Shining Through could have been a full novel with more character development.

“In my entire writing career,” Siccardi laughed, “I had never been told my writing was too short. But I took their constructive criticism to heart. My Name Is Sam … and Heaven Is Still Shining Through is the result. It is written in the first person and reads like a fictional memoir. “I hope readers get to meet Sam as a friend, a life long friend.”

As in the novella, the presence of God in ordinary life is the underlying theme. “I tried to keep it real with appropriate language and activities,” said Siccardi. “I purposely stayed away from being ‘preachy’ but rather told a story that showed the presence of God in every day, sometimes messy lives. My hope is readers will be able to see that.”

A lot of the early activity inside the pages takes place in the greater Paterson, NJ, area, where Siccardi called home as a youth. Some of the backdrops will be familiar to fellow Patersonians who grew up in the mid-60s. The later activity takes place in the greater Dayton, OH, area.

My Name Is Sam … and Heaven Is Shining Through will be available at book signings and presentations, which are currently being scheduled. All of his books are available online through Amazon.com or at his website, wisdomfromafather.wordpress.com.

            Siccardi is the retired owner/publisher of Reveille/Between the Lakes, a weekly newspaper in Seneca County, NY, right smack in the middle of the Finger Lakes. He worked in the newspaper industry all his life including stops in New Jersey, Illinois, Ohio, Washington, DC, Maryland, New York and now Maine. He and his late wife raised five children and currently have 18 grandchildren, three great-granddaughters and another great-granddaughter due in the fall.

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Let’s Celebrate With Author, Joe Siccardi By Sharing His Cover Reveal of His New Release, ‘My Name Is Sam’… Share It On Your Book Blog!

New Pre-Order Release and Cover Reveal for Author, Joe Siccardi …
Courtesy of Welcome to Father Says …

Today’s the day!

Ready to take a peek at this summer’s reading sensation {hopefully}?

Announcing my new release and a cover reveal of My Name Is Sam … and Heaven Is Still Shining Through as it is now available for pre-order on Amazon Kindle online.  The latest effort is a novelization of my March 2018 debut release of the novella Heaven Shining Through, which has been claiming rave reviews by book reviewers and book bloggers alike.

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While some of the core information from Heaven is incorporated in My Name Is Sam, the new venture expands the characters and extends the story beyond the novella. It is written in the first person, more like a memoir — a fictional memoir. I tried to incorporate that feel from the start. In fact, the introduction reads like a letter directly from Sam.

I have to tell you, for the past six months or so, I have been Samantha {I know that sounds weird}. Each time I sat down to write a scene, my thought process included was what would Sam do? What would Chad do? How would her mother react?

Like the first novella, this novel isn’t always pretty … but I think it is real. Samantha (the lead) is strong-willed and had a lot of dates, leading to some confrontations with her mother. She was equally strong in her resolve to remain pure. There is a scene when she and her then-boyfriend make love; however, the focus is the aftermath — the remorse, the regret by both Sam and Chad.

I try to promote a dash of faith within my writing. No matter what, God loves us and forgives us. Honestly, neither the novella nor the novel was intended to be “Christian” literature, but rather reading material everyone could enjoy without an overt Christian message. I intentionally did not want to preach to the choir. They are stories of reconciliation, self-awareness, and accomplishment. And they do deal with the sometimes messiness of life.

I am planning a formal book launch July 2, 6 p.m., at the Thompson Free
Library, Dover-Foxcroft, ME. It is my intent to live stream the event in hopes you might join and share the fun. I hope you will take advantage of the exclusive e-book pre-order sale and order your copy today at only $2.99 on Amazon Kindle!  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07SRX1HGV/

Other presentations around Maine and possibly New Jersey, Ohio and New York are being contemplated. If anyone is interested in hosting or suggesting a venue, let me know at wisdomfromafather@gmail.com.

I would be willing to address your book club or group. for a visit. If you 2wanted to invite a few friends for coffee or iced tea, we could gather to just meet and greet, catch up, talk about My Name Is Sam … and Heaven Is Still Shining Through and the publishing process, maybe sign and/or sell a few books and bring you up to date with projects planned.

Exciting times!

THOUGHT TO REMEMBER: We’re not guaranteed tomorrow. This is the only day we know for sure.

 

Author, Rusty Blackwood Virtual Book Blog Tour for ‘The Perils of Autumn’ Begins June10th, 2019 by ‘Enticing Journey’…

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Hello and Welcome Avid Readers and Friends!

What reader doesn’t love an amazing Virtual Book Blog Tour of a new book release?

Well, this one begins for Ms. Rusty Blackwood on Monday, June 10th, 2019 and runs through June 14th, 2019 and is being run by The Fine Team at “Enticing Journey Book Promos!” Here are all the details and links readers and book bloggers need to “Be In The Know” and JOIN ALL THE FUN!
Event and Blogs Hosting Schedule … 

Tour Event Schedule: 

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Title: The Perils of Autumn
Author: Rusty Blackwood
Genre: Romance Suspense/Drama
Release Date: January 17, 2019

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From the author of the riveting romantic fiction drama, Passions in Paris: Revelations of a Lost Diary, and the celebrated, 5-star award-winning romantic fiction drama, Willow’s Walk, comes the intense romantic drama, The Perils of Autumn.

This page-turner, set primarily in the early 1970s, centers on a young Kentucky woman, Autumn Leeves, born in 1946 to Abigail Leeves, an unwed mother who struggles to make ends meet. By 1970, Autumn graduates nursing school and is sent on assignment by the local hospital to care for the terminally-ill wife of middle-aged English equestrian master, Cyril Landon, owner of Landon Lawns Stables, a most successful thoroughbred racing stable located just outside Lexington, Kentucky in a posh community known as The Meadows.

Duff Taylor, world renown jockey who is tops in his field, lives full-time above the tack room at Landon Lawns and enjoys the many benefits it brings, but he also has a dark secret surrounding an unsolved racing incident from his past that he will go to any length to protect.

Autumn arrives at Landon Manor in time to be thrown into the chaos and finds herself caught in the ongoing disruption that ensues.


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Top ranking romantic fiction author Rusty Blackwood, who chose her plume de nom by combining the colour of her russet hair with her husband’s great, great, Scottish grandmother’s maiden name, was born in St.Thomas, Ontario, Canada on October 5th, and grew up on her paternal grandfather’s farm in the County of Elgin, located in the south-western portion of the province of Ontario.

She acquired her love of literature while still in elementary school where she entered her original compositions into county fairs, school contests, and whatever venue allowed participants in the writing field. She has carried that love ever since and has put it to use many times since becoming a professional writer in 2001.

From the time of youth she has loved the Arts in their many unique forms, she is a graduate with honors in Interior Decorating & Design. She spent many years on the south-western Ontario stage performing with her family’s country music band: The Midnight Ramblers, followed by the country – rock – blues band: ‘MIRAGE’ as an accomplished vocalist, bassist, and rhythm guitarist. She now resides in the cultural city of St. Catharines, Ontario.
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Rusty Blackwood Updates: In-Person and Now Virtual Book Blog Tour is Happening The Month of June…

Hello Readers and Friends!

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If you enjoy contemporary romance drama and set in beautiful Kentucky horse country, this is the new book release by Rusty Blackwood just for you readers! If you have yet to visit her Official Author Website,  it is a must. She has a summer book signing and “Meet The Author Tour” for her the new release of “The Perils of Autumn” now available on Amazon.

Here is a share of her newest “Newsletter” with all the updates of this FABULOUS Spring/Summer book tour event that now includes a “Book Blog Virtual Tour!” Make sure you take a little time and visit her website to see all her amazing books and her new comedy release and series too.

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“I cannot say enough good things about the Perils of Autumn.” 

“Please do not pass up The Perils of Autumn, you will not be sorry.”

“This book has it all and more”

“A beautiful story.”

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Niagara author Rusty Blackwood’s May Newsletter 2019 …

 

End of month greetings everyone! I hope these words find each of you doing well and coping with this constant damp, overcast, wet weather. It has gotten to be a bit much, at least in my opinion, but I refuse to allow it to get me down, nor should you, however, as I am a bit under the weather, this Newsletter is a bit short this month.

This month has been spent doing my second signing in my Initial Niagara Launch/Signing Tour for The Perils of Autumn, networking for the novel, and working on the follow-up novel, Return to Autumn. I had a couple of cancellations, which I will get to in a moment, but as it is always said, when one door closes, another opens, and this is very true.

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The second leg of The Perils of Autumn’s launch tour found us at the busy Pen Center Coles on Sunday afternoon, May 5th. It was so nice returning to this bookstore with its efficient and welcoming management and staff. They know how to treat an author, self-published or standard, and I applaud their every gesture. Please take this secure link for photographic coverage.

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The May 5th Pen Center Coles signing was my only event slated for the month of May. The early June signing for the 2nd at Ancaster Indigo was canceled, but has been rescheduled for June 30th from 1 – 4:30, so I hope readers in and around Ancaster, and the Hamilton area, will drop by my table at the front of the store located in front of the Local Author display. It is a nice feeling to find one’s name and work among other fine local authors throughout the area. Willow’s Walk is presently gracing their local author shelf with her lovely self, and The Perils of Autumn will soon be joining her. Also, paperback copies of Willow’s Walk and The Perils of Autumn are on the shelves at Pen Center Coles.

Both titles can be ordered at the cash or order desk at all Coles – Chapters- Indigo.

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Earlier in June, on the 15th, I will be doing my 3rd signing in the launch for Perils at St.
Catharines Fairview Mall Chapters from 1 – 4:30 pm at the front of the store inside the main entrance. I look forward to whomever I may meet, chat with, and discuss the new, 5-star, page-turning novel.

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A Blog Tour is a new concept for me having never done one before, but there is always a first time for everything. During the week of June 10th to the 14th., The Perils of Autumn will be making the rounds of different Blogs that have signed up for this online tour being sponsored by Enticing Journey Book Promotions. It will finish the day before Autumn and I are to appear at Fairview Mall Chapters in St. Catharines. Works out well. Do watch for updates on this tour, web addresses, etc. so you may follow along. If you are a Book Blogger and would like to Host for  “Perils” on your book blog, please click here Host “Perils” and fill out the form toward the bottom as it starts JUNE 10th, 2019!

It will also be available for NetGalley Readers on June 21st, 2019 for 30-Days!

 

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JUNE BOOK SIGNING CALENDAR

June 15th, 1 to 4:30 pm, Fairview Mall CHAPTERS 3-285 Geneva Street Unit G, St Catharines, Ontario, Canada L2N 2G1

June 30th – 1 to 4:30 pm Ancaster Indigo 737 Golf Links Road, Ancaster, Ontario, L9K 1L5

Please visit my official website www.rusty-blackwood.com for further news, videos, book reviews, and information.
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I hope everyone is looking forward to a great summer, vacation, time to yourself doing whatever it is you enjoy. Before we know it, it will be behind us and packed away in our memory vault, so enjoy it. I also encourage you to support your local authors as well as all your local talents in the Arts. Remember, those in their assorted fields of the Arts that have become a household name were once unknown, that is, until someone took the time to listen, look, and read.

I thank you for taking the time to read my monthly news, and I hope you share it on, comment, or inquire.

See you next month.

Cheers!  ~Rusty B

WOOOOO HOOOOO! It Has Taken Time But Cat Has Finally Reached 500 Book Blog Posts on WordPress About All My Fine Authors and Their Books …Thank You, Readers, and Friends.

OH, HAPPY CAT DAY!! 

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Congratulations on writing 500 posts on “Cat Lyon’s Reading & Writing Den”!

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Couldn’t Have Done It Without All My Readers, Friends, and New Visitors Asking For More Authors and All Their #BOOKS! THANK YOU!

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