Do You Know Your “Roots to Religion?” Meet Diane Olsen, Author. She Studied This Subject in Her New Book.

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Diane Olsen, Author Presents Her New Book Release Titled; ANCIENT WAYS: The Roots of Religion . . . . .

ABOUT THE BOOK:

“In order to enjoy this book, you may have to suspend current beliefs, since some of the concepts may seem quite foreign at first. Hopefully, you will find precious gems to take with you.”

What if monotheism always existed, and revelations were given to all human forms. There are hints to that effect. We should not assume primitive peoples were not smart enough to grasp the concept of a single Creator!

Too often we tweak religion to reflect our personal thoughts, rather than dealing directly with the Word of God. Today monotheism is represented by at least nine living faiths, yet praying to God alone is not enough, for many. Instead, we pray to Prophets, angels, saints, ancestors, deities, and the universe.

This creates a chain of “Paths” and “Ways” which become stained by human desires for control and material benefits. And as darkness and materialism overtake one Faith, another is born, through the intervention of the Holy Spirit, clothed in a different form, with a new name, and very familiar teachings.

Monotheism can be visualized as a chain linking prehistory and history, entwined with human additions, wisps and twists that produce an undulating, ultimate Yin and Yang. This constant interaction of complementary, as well as conflicting, forces and energies, exhibits both organic unity and dynamism ( various theories or philosophical systems that seek to explain phenomena of nature by the action of force) – even war. Those who suspect there is a unified core of basic beliefs should enjoy Ancient Ways.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Diane Olsen, prolific writer and first-time indie author of her debut book release titled; “Ancient Ways:The Roots of Religion.” Her book is thought provoking, unique and an in-depth informative look at the development and evolution of religion throughout time and a well-considered concept – the idea of a connective thread of monotheistic faith throughout the history from the birth of human creation

Born in Colorado Springs, Colorado she now lives in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Diane was an Undergrad at Colorado State University Ft. Collins: Pre-vet med, Anthropology, then attended and received her BA and MA at the University of Montana, Missoula: Anthropology, Archaeology, and Paleontology. She was a Graduate Teaching Assistant for two years.

Diane has proudly raised two sons Andrew and Gavin, has four grandsons Dylan, Brayden, AJ, and Asher. She is an animal lover and enjoys living in Washington State with her two girls, (doggies) “Ladybug and Charlie” along with two ancient “retired” Zebra, finches, one African Blackfooted Cat. She has raised sheep and goats and about 40 other species of critter over the decades.

Diane enjoys writing, reading good books and cooking. A few of her favorite books are ‘The Book of Certitude (Kitab-i-Iqan), The Upanishads, and The Great Initiates.’

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5-STAR AMAZON BOOK REVIEW: “Totally encompassing the history of the world’s religions.,” -September 25, 2016

Ancient Ways: The Roots of Religion (Kindle Edition)

Ancient ways, The Roots of religion is one amazingly concise and intuitive book. The subject covers from the very earliest bipedal man through biblical times and into the middle ages and beyond.Communicating with gods that seem to have so much in common and so many similar histories assist in the belief that we share a creator and creation story.

I found myself lost in this book, not a negative, the history and the evolution of man was very well stated and provides documentation for the statements. It delves into zombies, white witches, Jewish God, Islamic Allah, Buddha, Osiris, and every form of Diety that has been worshiped and found through verbal and written histories.

The ancient ways connect astrology, alchemy, and all other esoteric practices. The book of Enoch in the Apocrypha tells of the giants that inhabited the world before the great flood. This is carried through in other religious documents of the time. Learning about the Priest, Ram was a new and fully invigorating story of earth’s early man and their desire to move past a belief in nature.

They began with priestesses and the chapters on Rams dreams, writings and memories is so thought provoking and insightful. It was new material for me and I was in awe of his place and time in history. I had heard of Cherchen man before, but to read of their belief system and their history was so enlightening. Rama took away the sacrifices and brought about praise. All because of yet another dream. I can not stop reading this book., Each page is filled with unknown religious histories.

This book will provide you a glimpse of each of the main religions of the current people and the original people. I will keep this as a reference because it encompasses so much information, I can’t retain it all. IT is a book to absorb and retain for reference! Very well researched and written. . . .

“A Few Questions Answered By The Author”

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Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I have one book which is currently in print, and two which I am currently writing. I have also completed several screenplays and scripts, magazine features and newspaper articles, and written for several columns.

What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Ancient Ways the Roots of Religion – I have been gathering the material for such a piece all my life. Both ancient humans and the various ‘Faiths’ naturally came together for me here. I had also studied many religions along with studying at the University of Montana, Missoula: Anthropology, Archaeology, and Paleontology. I did a lot of research for this book. LOL.

What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I hired a book promoter to help me set up my Social media accounts and listing my book on many book sites. She helps set up layered book ad’s as well. And she promotes my book throughout social media. She uses and works with many other book promo people and places like your’s here at Awesomegang.

Come connect below with Diane on Social Media:

Twitter Account
Facebook
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Goodreads

“Presented by: Cat Lyon’s Reading Den ~ Formerly, Lyon Book Promotions”

Press Release ~ New Book “Reclaiming Your Addicted Brain”

June 17, 2016June 17, 2016 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Author News, New Book & Author Press Release, News Around The Web Amazon Kinde, Author Roger Stark, Co-author Irwin Morse, New Book Release, PR, Reclaim Your Addicted Brain

Author, Roger Stark & Co-Author, Irwin Morse Release New Book.

Lyon Book Promotions announces a new addiction/recovery book release by Author, Roger and Co-author Irwin Morse titled, “Reclaiming Your Addicted Brain: A Recovery GPS: How to find your path to Recovery and not get lost along the way.” Now available on Amazon in The Kindle store and now in paperback and available on their website: Reclaiming Your Addicted Brain

Phoenix, Arizona, June 16th, 2016., Lyon Book & Social Media Promotions is pleased to announce that Author, Roger Stark and Co-author, Irwin Morse are now featured on the popular book site Lyon Book & Social Media Promotions – joining the ranks of many fine authors we represent and promote. As featured recovery writers, we are honored to showcase their books here on Lyon Book Promotions. Also, at Lyon Promotions, book fans can browse and search all our authors and their new releases, read book reviews, and learn more about new authors from our “Author Spotlights.”

Stark of Washington state and Morse of New York are currently promoting “Reclaiming Your Addicted Brain.” A fantastic recovery “how to guide” about friends and family who are baffled by the behaviors, antics, and thinking of the addicted one. Their patience, tolerance, and love are depleted quickly. Eventually, their empathy and compassion exhausted, they say the inevitable, “He will just have to hit bottom,” as they shake their heads and walk away. “Reclaiming Your Addicted Brain” reviews the return journey from addict land, the learning of how to leave our thinking errors behind.

Written around the recovery story of one man from alcohol and sex addiction, clinical notes, and comments appear throughout the story helping the reader to understand this baffling disease. Addicts report being able to see their behaviors that were previously hidden from them when they are manifest in someone else. Reading George’s (the book’s addicted character) story and misadventures creates ‘aha’ moments of understanding that can open the doors to recovery.

Visit Stark’s at Reclaim Website and connect with them on their Facebook Page as well. Like many other authors, Stark and Morse are making use of the exceptional promoting services for writers to market their books.

Launched in May 2013, Author, Catherine Lyon of Lyon Book Promotions has rapidly become a leading source to help new authors learn how to promote and market their books here: Lyon Book & Social Media Promotions

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Welcome UK Author, Diana Mugano To Lyon Book Promotions.

May 19, 2016May 20, 2016 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Author News, Featured Guest, New Book & Author Press Release Amazon, Author Spotlight, Diana Mugano, Motivational, New Book Release, Retirement, Self-Help, UK Writer

I am very honored to welcome UK Author, Diana Mugano to Lyon Book Promotions family of Fine Authors. Now as I always say, my book clients always become friends as in the beginning of working together setting up their social media accounts, working on bio’s and content we add on them, I get the chance to learn more about each author and their “uniqueness” from one writer to another.

And Diana and I have become fast BFF’S and she is got such a great sense of humor! That is the best part of what I get to do for a living. It also enable’s me to bring a more “personal” feel to Author Spotlights to my readers and book lovers. So here is a little more about Diana and her fantastic motivational and self-help books.”

About The Author:

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If you go read her Twitter Profile? It seems to sum up what Diana is really all about. It reads: Jesus Enthusiast / Author / Dreamer / Encourager / A Friend / Tweets Are My Personal Opinions only / #TeamJesus….#Motivational / Now that is Diana … LOL.

I can add that she has a big heart, big faith in God, and a beautiful smile. We talk by phone often and it is how I know these ‘special qualities’ about her. And of course, that great sense of humor. But she is very serious when it comes to her writing. She enjoys motivating others and inspires them to be the best of the powers and abilities we all possess within us. And she has done this within her first book titled, Relentless Mode, for which is the Founder as well.

Diana’s Mission and Beliefs of Others?

“She believes you are here now with the power to shape today and your tomorrow.

You never know from where you stand, whether what you are experiencing will turn out to be good or bad, until enough time has passed.

She strongly believes that everyone carries an awesome powerhouse within themselves and people should celebrate their individualities.”
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About Her First Book:

DISCOVER principles on how to live your life to the very best. UNLOCK potentials within. RUB OFF negativity . MOVE from a bad decision to a better decision. LEARN how to cope in times of challenge. FIND golden tips to motivate your life and LET GO of unreasonable fears.

Her New Book released a few weeks ago, and this one is teaching many how to get ready for their “Golden Years.” Yes, it is all about retiring wealthy. It is never too soon to start saving for your retirement. The younger you are and start saving now? The more wealth you will have later to live the life you want later on. And Diana’s advice and tips in her new book titled, “ 7 Ways To Retire Wealthy ” will help you get there. Both books are available on Amazo.com and Amazon.co.uk. Here is a preview of her new release!

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Financial life does not function separately; recent economic events have shaken people’s beliefs of financial stability and left many wanting to take control of their own destiny. Most people handle a challenge much better if they are prepared in advance while retirement used to be regarded as a time for slowing down and relaxing that idea went out. This book is designed to assist you in preparation for retirement and as well as transforming your relationship with money. Inside this book, you will find:

How to make sure your pension generates the best pension income.
How to convert your retirement goals into a plan.
How to have an exit strategy for your retirement.
How to put money aside for your retirement.
Golden nuggets on a pleasant retirement.
How to use your acquired skills to generate income when you retire.
Plus a Bonus: Senior citizen jokes.

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You can learn more about my friend and fellow Author, Diana Mugano when you visit her website at RELENTLESSMODE by Diana Mugano and go connect with her on social media too!

Diana’s on Facebook
On Google+
On Goodreads
And on Twitter

We Welcome J. A. Wright, Author to Lyon Book Promotions & Social Media Promotions

April 8, 2016April 8, 2016 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Author News, Featured Guest, New Book & Author Press Release Addiction & Recovery, Available on Amazon, Excellent Book Reviews, Kindle & Paperback, New Author J.A. Wright, New Book Release

HOW TO GROW AN ADDICT: A Novel ~ By Author, J.A. Wright …

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About The Award-Winning Book:

Randall Grange has been tricked into admitting herself into a treatment center and she doesn’t know why. She’s not a party hound like the others in her therapy group—but then again, she knows she can’t live without pills or booze. Raised by an abusive father, a detached mother, and a loving aunt and uncle, Randall both loves and hates her life. She’s awkward and a misfit. Her parents introduced her to alcohol and tranquilizers at a young age, ensuring that her teenage years would be full of bad choices, and by the time she’s twenty-three years old, she’s a full-blown drug addict, well acquainted with the miraculous power chemicals have to cure just about any problem she could possibly have—and she’s in more trouble than she’s ever known was possible.

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“Editorial Reviews”

“How to Grow an Addict is J.A. Wright’s debut novel. It’s been named best book of 2015 by Redbook/Good Housekeeping magazine and a finalist in both the 2015 USA Best Book Awards and 2015 Forward Reviews’ INDIEFAB Book of the Year Award.

“Wright deftly and insightfully describes how a life can spiral toward addiction and rehab. The story is raw and touching and I found myself rooting for Randall as she navigates redemption and sobriety. A gritty and honest read.”
-Susie Orman Schnall, award-winning author of On Grace and The Balance Project.

“J. A. Wright’s book is a compelling illustration of what fertile ground families are for nurturing addiction. It’s not all doom and gloom however – the story is told in a clear-eyed, unsentimental voice which, for me, made it utterly convincing.” – Morrin Rout, Co-producer/presenter of Bookenz

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“It seems my friend and fellow Author, J. A. Wright has the ‘write recipe’ in writing a great piece of fiction that includes addiction and recovery laced & weaved real life experience into this storyline.”

It will be my next book I will be reading and excited to start. But I can tell you the ‘Amazon Book Reviews’ are exceptional, and they are coming in hot and heavy as (43) total as of this post. Now, I’m no ‘James Lipton’ of the “Actors Studio,” so here is a little more about her writing and a wee bit more about her personal side of life. We all know I only ask a few questions of my guests, and here is what Jodi shared.

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1.) Do you share your recovery story with others? Or is this question “off-limits?”

Sure. I’m open to talking about it. I have no issues with anyone knowing about my life as an addict or a recovering addict.

2.) What is the most challenging for you as a writer?

Finding the time to write is my biggest challenge. It takes four or five days of writing for a few hours for me to get into a writing groove. I don’t get this opportunity as often as I’d like as I have a job (to support my writing ambitions), and it too often gets in the way of my writing. I do keep a process diary (journal) that I add ideas and thoughts to almost daily.

3.) How do deal with writer’s block?

I don’t deal with it very well. I’m pretty hard on myself about not getting something done on time. I’ve heard that giving yourself a break and adopting an attitude of gratitude is helpful. I might try it.

4.) How difficult was it to weave in addiction into your storyline?

Not difficult at all. I was raised around heavy drinkers, problem drinkers, and alcoholics, and more enablers than I can count. I have no shortage of material. LOL.

5.) Lastly, what are a few of your hobbies and interests? And can you tell us one thing readers may not know about you?

I run, I mountain bike and hike and I bake. I pretty sure I’m not at all that interesting when it comes to those secret things, but I’ve always been leery about telling people I once collected stamps and I’m a super big fan of Jazz!

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LOL, I don’t think stamp collecting is all that bad to share Jodi … “-)

Well readers, there you go! Now that you have met our new featured Author, J. A. Wright, please go visit her wonderful website here J. A. Wright, Author and go connect with on social media and grab a copy of her fantastic book too!

My Book on Amazon

Goodreads Author Profile

On Twitter

Over on my Facebook Like Page

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What is the most challenging for you as a writer?

“This Weeks Featured Author On Lyon Book Promotions ~ Author, Mike Kelley”

January 25, 2016January 28, 2016 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Author News, Featured Guest Author M.G. Kelley, Books, New Book Release, The Origins of Faith, This Weeks Feature, UK Writer

“We Welcome Author, Mike Kelley to Lyon Book Promotions.”

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Author, Mike Kelley, born in central England has been an engineer and teacher for many years in England, he spent 28 years in Africa and the Middle East as Training Manager for oil and gas fields. Got caught up in three wars; the First Gulf War, Yemen Civil War, and Sudan’s North/South conflict. He has been shot at, bombed and was at a gas plant when it exploded! He is now an author of historical fiction, weaving an exciting read. He is also the Author of “The Fall of Saxon England,” now draws on his considerable personal experience in the Middle East. And now his new book release is now out titled; “The Origins Of Faith” . . . Now retired, he uses his considerable experience and ability to write gripping yarns.

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The Origins of Faith

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ABOUT THE NEW BOOK:

When Jacques Gendron experiences the brutal force of Radical Islam, he sets out to find the answer to the question, ‘Why?’ Why has there been so much violence in the name of the world’s leading religions? The answers he uncovers are startling, disturbing and dangerous. Jacques takes a roller-coaster ride through many countries, from Canada to Pakistan, with a high price to pay. Find out why Jacques’ search also reveals that “Israel does not have and never did have, a divine right to the land of Palestine”

More Books By Author, Mike Kelley:

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My Shadow on the Clouds

This is an amazing account of the author’s life as a British expatriate, when he spent more than twenty-seven years within some of the most radical countries on earth; including, Libya, Yemen and … Sudan. A facinating story relating how he got caught up in the First Gulf War, and the civil wars in both Yemen and Sudan. He was at a gas plant when it exploded, held captive by Al Qaeda in Yemen, and evacuated by the French Foreign Legion. He saw beauty and horror, met with radical Islamists as well as an Imam preacher of peace. Here you will find tears and laughter along with a first-hand account of world events.

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The Fall of Saxon England

England was never to be the same again after this eventful year. Here is a powerful story, where you can feel the tension, live the actions and be amazed at the intrigue. This story covers just one tumultuous year, from Christmas Day 1065 to Christmas Day 1066. You will meet the heroes who stood against overwhelming odds to protect their families, and the traitors who sold their country for a price. What was it like to stand behind an English shield-wall on foot, against charging cavalry? What was it like to see 10,000 Vikings sack Scarborough? What was it like to be at the battles of Fulford, Stamford Bridge and Hastings? What was it like to see the rape of your beloved country? This is a book you will never forget; all based on real events . . . .

Further details of The Origins of Faith can be found here. And the Publishing Push Team or here on lulu: Author, Mike Kelley on lulu …

Connect with Author, Mike Kelley on his Facebook Pages too!

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“Featured Author Spotlight Presented By Lyon Book & Social Media Promotions”

“Lyon Book Promotion Welcomes~New Author Steve Hauptman”

January 20, 2016January 20, 2016 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Featured Guest, New Book & Author Press Release Guest Author Spotlight, New Author, New Book Release, Steve Hauptman LCSW

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“I know all my readers are already wondering about this book just by the TITLE right?
It is the brand new book release by Author, Steve Hauptman and it is all about CONTROL! And how we need to just stop trying to control everything in and around our lives.”
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And I know book bloggers and book reviewers are going to love this book and want to interview Steve as a guest author on their blogs. He has a funky kind of wit and humor about the human condition, as it shows on both his blogs and proves this fun fact right here on Monkeytraps: Were All Monkeys On This Bus . . .

“This is a blog about the oldest human addiction: control.”

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A Wee Bit More About The Author:

What you may not know about Author, Steve Hauptman, likes politics, psychology, cooking, literature and reading good books. He enjoys living in Rocky Point, New York and this is his first book release. Steve is a Gestalt-trained, Buddhist-flavored therapist who has practiced on Long Island for twenty years.

He graduated from Adelphi University’s School of Social Work, trained at the Gestalt Center of Long Island, and specializes in a unique control-centered approach that integrates elements of psychodynamic, Gestalt, cognitive-behavioral and family systems theory in the treatment of anxiety, depression, addictions, dual disorders, codependency and relationship problems.

A leader of Interactive Therapy groups, he is also a cartoonist and creator of the blogs Monkeytraps: A blog about control, Monkey House (a forum for discussing control issues), and Bert’s Therapy: Adventures of an Inner Monkey . . . What is this blog about? Steve say’s:

A Monkeytraps reader once asked me to explain what Bert — this odd gumdrop-shaped gorilla — stands for.

“He’s my inner monkey,” I wrote back. “He stands for the part of me that tries to control stuff.”

He stands for that part of you, too. :-)

Steve’s Fav Quote? “The more control you need, the less control you have.” (by me) …LOL

About The Book:

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Something’s missing from your life. This much you know.

But did you know you may be looking for it in the wrong place?

This book is about a problem disguised as a solution, an idea that shapes and drives us all:

Control.

It’s about the universal urge to make reality meet our expectations. How this urge becomes an addiction, wrecking lives and relationships. How it leads to anxiety, depression, substance abuse, broken marriages, and dysfunctional parenting.

In this book you’ll learn:

Why everyone is addicted to control
How this addiction causes most — if not all — of our emotional problems
How to listen to feelings instead of controlling them

Filled with actionable insights you can start using today, Monkeytraps is a must-read for anyone seeking happiness, healthier relationships, and more peace of mind.

Here are a few book reviews already coming in for Steve’s fantastic book already and what they like about it. His book is available on Amazon online in both paperback and e-book!

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“Steve / (Bert) really drills down to the one “addiction” we can all associate with (unless you’re in denial). Control.

Speaking for myself; I have always wanted what I want and when I wanted it. But how can we control anything? To a large extent we can’t; we’re really mostly powerless, which leads to so many of societies and individuals social, financial, sexual, etc. ….. problems.
This book will not solve these issues or your own compulsive and controlling behavior. It will, however, make you keenly aware of where humans (not monkeys) are using such behavior. Once you are aware” ………

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“LOVE THIS BOOK! Well written, concise and very insightful. Think anyone would benefit from reading it – and it’s very easy to read. Really glad I found Steve’s blog, and grateful he put all his thoughts together in book form. If I could, would give Monkeytraps more stars than five!!” **********

So where else can you go connect with New Author, Steve Hauptman? On his social media links listed here:

His Book: Monkey Traps Now On Amazon
Goodreads: Connect on Goodreads ~ GR Author
Twitter: Follow on Twitter with Steve
Facebook: Yes, Steve is on Facebook

Guest Author Spotlight Presented By ~ “Lyon Book & Social Media Promotions of Author, Catherine Townsend-Lyon”