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Unveiled: A Journey to Soul Realization is part memoir, part spiritual roadmap, and part therapeutic manual that weaves together personal stories, neuroscience, energy work, and metaphysical exploration into one cohesive, soul-centered narrative. Why was this an important book for you to write?
In my trauma practice, I work to help people realize what happened to them was not arbitrary but happened for a reason and has meaning. This was the reason for writing this book as well. We can learn from meaning and create new meaning. This is a powerful function of Unveiled.
I appreciated the neuroscience you incorporated into this book rather than just presenting spiritual information; the combination makes it easier to trust the process. Did you find anything in your research for this book that surprised you?
No, I this is basic to trauma therapists. Trauma therapy evolved with the simultaneous evolution of neuroimaging; thus, the practices being developed could be visually measured and understood, accounting for rapid brain changing therapies we do not see in mental health nor addiction.
What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book?
Placebo as both miraculous and as what we can do with deliberate meaning change. I discuss our need for evidence and Placebo studies provide that in dramatic and stunning ways. The Self-Healing approaches take that idea of what is possible and plug in applications that are amazing. Of course, this book’s goal is to see through our Soul’s lens and Soul connection is perhaps the pinnacle moment in this text.
How has your experience in the mental health field helped you develop this process for healing and awakening?
Yes, my practice and my ascension evolved as one, energetically and that was amazing. My clients presented things I need to learn, not only as a trauma practitioner but as a spiritual practitioner as well. It was and still is an amazing synergy.
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Have you struggled with letting go of past trauma or understanding why certain things have happened in your life? Have you ever considered a spiritual approach to healing? Or have you never even considered the existence of a soul? In Unveiled, licensed Creative Arts Therapist Herb Cohen challenges and guides our discernment about connecting to our soul and using that connection to better grasp the events of our lives.
With almost forty years of experience working with mental health, addiction, and trauma, Herb pondered the questions he repeatedly asked his clients and condensed years of informed practice into a concise approach to his process.
In this book, you will contemplate:
How separateness impacts our world
What role “awareness” plays in our lives
Why we see the world through certain lenses
How to connect to your soul and be guided by the essence of who you are
How to surrender to self-heal
The goal of this book is to take you on a spiritual journey from trauma or atrocity to one of love and bliss.
Live a More Informed & Enriched Life
Down to Earth: Demystify Intuition to Upgrade Your Life is a thoughtful blend of personal stories, practical exercises, and scientific studies showing readers that intuition is not a mystical talent, but an everyday skill that can be honed. Why was this an important book for you to write?
I am convinced that tapping into intuition can help us live more informed and enriched lives. I developed simple ways to tap into intuition and wanted to share these with as many people as possible. Intuition always held a special place in my life, and became more important after a life-altering event that brought moments of deep mental and emotional peace. I talk about this in the Introduction of my book. I often came up with creative ideas and solutions to long-standing problems while I was in this mentally and emotionally calm state which activated my intuition. Curious about this process, I began researching intuition. I studied with various teachers, completed an apprenticeship, and read every book and scientific study on intuition I could find. I started offering intuitive guidance sessions and eventually developed my own approach to help clients access their intuition more effectively. As more people joined as students, I created a curriculum that later became the foundation of my book, Down to Earth: Demystify Intuition to Upgrade Your Life, published on September 15, 2025.
What is a common misconception you feel people have about intuition and a person’s ability to develop it as a life skill?
Some people think that intuition is a special skill that only highly intuitive people have. In reality, it is a readily available skill that we all have and even use without realizing it. Intuition is a form of knowing or a sensation we get about something or someone without any prior conscious thought process. It draws on the knowledge and experiences we accumulate throughout our lives. There are many activities that we engage in without consciously thinking about every move and every step such as playing a sport or cooking. There may be some parts of these activities that require conscious analysis but for the most part, we just go with what we sense and muscle memory. We also use our intuition a lot socially. We sense if someone is tense or relaxed just by noticing their posture or the pace of their breath. All of this is intuition in action. It gives us useful information that can help guide our decisions and actions when we learn how to interpret and combine it with logic and other inputs such as research for due diligence.
I loved that you used neuroscience and psychology research as well as provided readers with examples and exercises to gain a better understanding of intuition. Did you find anything in your research of this book that surprised you?
In many cases, my exercises and guided meditations were inspired by students and clients based on what they needed to figure out. I tried these exercises with others, and if they worked, I included them in my book. I also used slow intuition. This type of intuition is activated when you take a break from trying to solve a problem and do something that calms your mind and emotions. Researchers such as Kenneth Gilhooly have described how nonconscious processing occurs during these break periods as intuition gets activated. It was surprising for me to learn that stepping away for such a break right after being introduced to a problem results in more creative solutions compared to working on the problem for a while then taking such a break when you get stuck. For example, you look at what the problem is, then go for a quiet walk in nature even before making your first attempt at solving it. I talk about this in the last chapter of my book.
What is one thing that you hope readers take away from Down to Earth?
I hope that readers discover ways to tap into intuition that work well for them and combine their intuition with logic and other inputs to make more grounded decisions, improve relationships, and take better care of themselves. As people connect more with their intuition, they can understand themselves and each other more deeply. This can cultivate greater compassion for themselves and others making the world a better place for all of us.
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If you’ve ever wondered how to harness your intuition to make better, more informed decisions, this is the practical guide you need. In Down to Earth, intuition teacher Nil Demircubuk guides you in understanding how to distinguish your conscious thoughts from your intuition, then intentionally combine it with your intellect for everyday decision-making and personal growth.
The book introduces “priming,” a method for tapping into intuition by achieving mental and emotional calmness, offering several techniques tailored to different learning styles. As you practice reaching this state and tuning in, you’ll also learn what makes your intuition come alive through a non-conscious process.
Through easy-to-follow exercises, real-life applications, and client stories, Down to Earth helps you use your intuition to make better decisions, improve relationships, navigate challenges, and enhance self-care.
Wonderfully Mischievous
Bubble Gum Rocks follows three sisters spending a summer at their grandparents’ Kansas farm, who stumble into the long-forgotten magic of bubble gum rocks. What inspired the adventure the sisters go on?
The core inspiration for Bubble Gum Rocks is drawn directly from my own childhood, and it’s a very heartfelt, authentic memory for me. My grandparents own a farm that dates back to the 1800s, and for my sisters and me, that farm wasn’t just dirt and fields—it was a landscape of untapped magic.
The ‘bubble gum rocks’ themselves are very real. They are the rocks that look like chewed-up pieces of bubble gum that we would hunt for tirelessly. And when we found one, we would treat that rough diamond like it was pure gold. That simple act of discovery—the feeling of unearthing a secret treasure—became the foundation for the book’s central, forgotten magic.
But the adventure truly began with my uncle. My sisters and I were, let’s just say, wonderfully mischievous. We were constantly pushing the boundaries and getting into trouble. My uncle was the brilliant mind who channeled all that youthful energy. He would invent these elaborate, imaginative games to keep us entertained and, frankly, out of the way of farm work. It was his playful spirit and the inherent adventurous nature of exploring an ancient farm that inspired the sisters’ journey.
So, the book is really a love letter to that time: to the bond between sisters, to the creative genius of a loving adult, and to the idea that even the most ordinary-looking farm can hide the most extraordinary secrets if you just know where to dig.
What was your inspiration for the characters and their relationship?
My inspiration for the characters and their relationships is rooted in the most honest place possible: they are 100% real and based on my own family. While I’ve changed their names to ‘protect the innocent’—as the saying goes—their personalities, quirks, and the complex, wonderful dynamic between them are completely true to life.
For me, the personalities are the heart and soul of the book. I wouldn’t have had the amazing, adventure-filled childhood I did if it weren’t for the unique combination of my sisters, my uncle, my mom, dad, and my grandparents.
We’re a family that truly puts the ‘fun’ in ‘dysfunctional,’ and oh, what fun it is! You have:
- The older sister who tries to maintain order but is secretly the first one to break the rules.
- The middle sister, who is the creative, mischievous dreamer. (That’s often me!)
- The younger sister who looks up to the others but always surprises them with her free spirit and bravery.
It’s the way they tease each other, the way they fall back on each other when they’re in trouble, and the way they speak in their own little family code that brings the story to life. By basing the characters so closely on my family, I wasn’t just writing fiction; I was capturing the electricity of a real bond—a bond filled with deep love, playful rivalry, and shared mischief. That genuine relationship is what makes their on-page adventure feel so real and relatable.
What scene in the book did you have the most fun writing?
Without a doubt, the scene I had the most fun writing was the moment Avianna makes her wish, and the magic of the bubble gum rocks finally ignites.
It was a joy to write because it wasn’t just a turning point in the plot; it was the moment the book itself underwent a magical transformation. I envisioned the first part of the book in a kind of subdued, sepia-tone atmosphere—it represents the quiet, sometimes overlooked, reality of the farm and the mundane start to their summer.
Avianna makes that wish, and the long-forgotten magic truly awakens; the pages burst into beautiful, vibrant colors. Writing that shift felt like going from watching an old film clip to seeing the world in full HD.
It was the moment when the potential of the farm became reality. It’s where the secret Avianna was searching for finally manifests, and it felt incredibly rewarding to write. It’s where my real childhood memories of seeking treasure finally got to become a spectacular, larger-than-life fantasy on the page.
Will this book be the start of a series, or are you working on a different story?
I’m thrilled to confirm that Bubble Gum Rocks is the very first book in The Magical Farm Mysteries series!
When I finished writing the girls’ first adventure, I realized there was so much more untapped magic on that old Kansas farm that their story was far from over. The world felt too rich and the characters too real to leave behind after one summer.
I am already deep into planning and writing the next installment. Readers can certainly expect the three sisters to stumble into many other adventures with even more magic, unexpected twists, and fun new hidden secrets. It’s an ongoing journey, and I can’t wait for readers to follow the girls as they uncover the full scope of their family’s magical legacy.
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When three curious sisters – Avianna, Avery, and Ainsley – spend the summer at their Grandma and Grandpa’s farm, they stumble upon a magical and sparkly surprise, bubble gum rocks! What mysterious powers do these magical stones hold?
Join the sisters as they discover the wonders of the magical farm in their delightful first mystery of The Magical Farm Mysteries series!
Perfect for ages 6-10
Full of heart, humor and a touch of farmyard magic!
Book 3 – Alexander Fleming’s Penicillin Promise: Dr. K’s Portal Through Time
Alexander Fleming’s Penicillin Promise drops you right into a bright, curious world where two kids tumble through time to witness one of the biggest medical discoveries in history. The story walks through Fleming’s accident with that famous mold, the slow uncovering of penicillin’s power, and the uphill climb to prove it mattered. What starts as a small, strange spot on a Petri dish grows into something world-changing, and the book turns that whole scientific moment into a warm adventure full of wonder. It blends history with imagination in a way that feels playful and still hits the big lessons.
I had a great time with this children’s book. The writing feels cozy and easy to fall into, like someone telling you a good story over hot chocolate. I loved how it never talks down to kids. Instead, it hands them big ideas wrapped in clear moments that feel alive. The scenes with Fleming in his messy lab made me grin because they show how discoveries are often born from accidents and curiosity. The tone bounces between gentle humor, quiet awe, and those sweet little emotional beats between Jennifer, Daniel, and Dr. K. I kept finding myself smiling when the “mold juice” nickname came up.
There was also something surprisingly moving about watching these kids witness history. Seeing Fleming’s doubts, his patience, and his strange mix of order and chaos gave the journey real heart. The book does this neat thing where it makes science feel adventurous without turning it into something cold or technical. The moments with early patients hit me hardest, especially when Fleming realizes penicillin works, but there simply is not enough of it yet. The artwork throughout the book has a polished, anime-influenced aesthetic that creates a warm and approachable atmosphere. The character designs are the standout element, characterized by clean linework and expressive faces, like in a graphic novel.
I would recommend this children’s chapter book to curious kids, teachers, parents, and any adult who wants a warm and hopeful reminder that small discoveries can grow into life-changing things. If you enjoy stories that mix history with heart, or if you just want something that lights up your sense of wonder, this one is a perfect fit.
Pages: 113 | ASIN : B0FSTF3PDJ
Written With Lived Truth
Kloe’s New Friendship follows a junior-high cat who is trying to juggle school life, old friends, new friends, and the emotional chaos of having a challenging brother. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?
My stories are written with lived truth. Personal experiences that have been a part of my life since childhood and beyond. Thirty years of carrying these stories, shaping them, trying to give children what I wished I had growing up. A lended ear to listen and not judge, a kind heart to understand the difficulties that are growing up alongside a brother whose struggles sometimes cast long, confusing shadows. There’s something unmistakably real in the way issues are explored in sibling dynamics. I chose to use animal characters not to soften the impact, it sharpens it with real honesty as each animal character represents all of us in our society. Children see themselves more clearly in those bright, beautifully illustrated faces, and adults feel that quiet echo of “oh… this was me.”
Kloe struggles with her emotions and navigating friendships in your story. What were some of the trials that you felt were important to highlight the character’s development?
I’m aiming for deeper soul work in the characters, especially my lead – Kloe. I want her to be as much of a three-dimensional character as she can be in children’s books so her readers will be able to see who she really is. She had a very hard lesson learned in this book. She wanted to give her brother the benefit of the doubt by confiding in him with one of her dear friend’s secrets. However, she learned the hard way that he never had the intention of keeping it. Wreny is always looking to see how he can capitalize on others to benefit himself. His troubles are deeper than she or her parents realize. Kloe’s frustrations are not only real but are fraught with the underlying urgency that something at some point has to change. Wreny will not alter or modify his behaviors until he is confronted by his parents and teachers. She is the sibling, not the adult in these situations.
What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?
Facing challenges arising from a difficult sibing with mental health issues or behavioral problems is a prevalent theme in all of Kloe’s books. However, new frienships and estabished friendships are very important to Kloe.
Friendships are to be valued. We all want that other person(s) to believe in us as much as we do them. As young pre-teens we look for frienships to validate who we are, especially in a school setting. We learn morality and friendships through a combination of personal experiences, peer influence, and the guidance of adults. We begin to form our own moral compass as we navigate the complexities of our values and beliefs. Peer relationships play a crucial role in shaping our identities and well-being, providing support during turbulent times and helping us navigate the complications of social interactions.
These years are important character building years that mold us into who we become later in life.
I hope the series continues in other books. If so, where will the story take readers?
Yes! I’m almost finished with a “New Year” Story with Kloe and friends. Lots of new issues, a few fun new characters as well as continuing forward with the original group.
Continuing with Kloe realizing more and more that her brother’s actions aren’t simple and cause a ripple effect not only onto her, but others around him. How far will his antics go until he is confronted on some level? My series moves forward as I believe that there are so many readers out there who need these stories as much as I did. However, I’m focusing on not just discussing these stories but to hopefully open up honest discussions on what steps are necessary to take in rectifying them. We are not defined by situations, only by our actions.
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K.M. Selvidge is an author and talented storyteller. She was a dancer, actress, non-profit fundraiser and animal lover. Watching her three cats inspired her to tell the stories that shaped her own life growing up, in the hope they will help other people see that they are never alone. HOPE KELLEY BOOK PUBLISHING
Mask of Romulus
Mask of Romulus follows a sweeping story that stretches from Rome to India and ties together power, ambition, prophecy, and the fragile nature of empire. The book opens by painting a world connected by trade and restless ideas. It introduces Augustus at the height of his influence and an India fractured by competing kingdoms. Into this tense landscape steps Kamala, an oracle whose visions push her toward a journey that crosses four thousand miles and collides with the political storms of the Roman world. The novel layers real history with imagined personal struggles, giving the reader a sense that huge movements of empire hinge on private choices, secrets, and fate.
As I moved through the early chapters, I felt pulled in by how personal the book tries to make epic history. The scenes from Octavius’ childhood surprised me. They feel raw and grounded, almost gritty at times, and they made him more human than the distant marble figure we tend to imagine. The writing jumps between action and reflection, sometimes with sharp contrast, and that rhythm kept me alert. The prose feels almost cinematic, especially the storm at sea and the tension around Caesar’s final days. The book has a clear emotional heartbeat. It cares about loneliness, loyalty, power, and the cost of ambition. Those themes.
What really stuck with me was how confidently the author shifts between worlds. Rome feels vivid with its politics, temples, mentors, conflicts, and restless ambition. India feels just as alive in its spiritual tension and shifting kingdom lines. Even though the story reaches far beyond any one character, the author still gives each major figure enough emotion and doubt to make their choices feel real. I especially appreciated how the book doesn’t treat history like a static backdrop. It treats it as something alive and dangerous. The writing style itself is clean but emotional. Sometimes the dialogue leans formal, but I never felt pushed out of the story. Instead, it gave me the sense that these people carried the weight of their worlds in every sentence.
I feel like Mask of Romulus is a great fit for readers who love historical fiction but want more than dates and battles. It’s for people who like character-driven stories, who enjoy seeing famous figures stripped of their myth and shown as vulnerable, ambitious, or afraid. It’s also perfect for anyone who enjoys ancient-world political drama or a good cross-cultural adventure. I’d recommend it to readers who want something immersive, thoughtful, and full of heart.
Pages: 300 | ASIN : B0G26Z32D4
East to West Across Russia: The Long Journey Home
East to West Across Russia follows a man who chases a childhood dream across the entire span of Russia. He flies to Vladivostok and then rides the Trans Siberian Railway all the way to Moscow. Along the way, he wanders through fog-soaked hills, quiet cities, lonely platforms, and the deep interior of his own memory. The story blends real travel with imagined scenes that reveal his heartbreak, his longing, and his hunger for meaning. Russia’s forests, rivers, and rail stations move past his window like an old film reel, and he uses every mile to reach inward as much as he reaches westward.
The writing swings between poetic and raw, sometimes in the space of a single page. I liked that about it. The style is big on feeling and big on atmosphere. I caught myself smiling at the simple little moments, like the chaos of breakfast or the clinking of tea glasses on the train. Other times I felt a tug in my chest when he drifted into memories of lost love or those spiraling thoughts that come when the world is quiet and a person finally has to face himself. The prose has a kind of earnest honesty that feels almost old-fashioned, and it hit me harder than I expected.
There were moments, though, when the intensity of the reflection felt a bit heavy. Every small detail seems to carry emotional weight, and every encounter becomes a doorway into deeper meaning. Part of me admired that dedication. Still, the narrator’s sincerity kept me grounded. I found myself rooting for him even when he veered into melancholy. His curiosity about Russia, about its people and history and vastness, felt real. His tenderness toward strangers, even brief ones like Alexei on the plane, made the journey feel warm and human.
By the time I reached the final pages, I felt the quiet satisfaction that comes after finishing a long trip and finally setting your bags down. I walked away thinking this book fits readers who love travel stories that linger in the soul rather than just list places on a map. It will speak to anyone who enjoys reflective writing, who has ever chased a dream across a border, or who has ever tried to heal by moving forward one small step at a time. If you want a journey that is both physical and emotional and are willing to sit with someone else’s heart for a while, this book is a good companion.
Pages: 200 | ASIN : B0DDMVJ55B
The Unwritten Rule
The Unwritten Rule follows Sydney McKinnly, a world-famous driver trying to rebuild his career after a messy breakup, and Heather Everett-Fortier, a biographer who wants to chase her dream of writing romance. They crash back into each other’s lives after a holiday fling. What begins as a simple work agreement turns into a slow burn filled with heat, tension, and all the trouble that comes from pretending feelings can stay boxed up. The book blends a jet-setting racing world with the quiet hopes of two people who keep trying to guard their hearts. And it builds toward a love story that hits hard in all the soft places.
I found myself caught off guard by how warm the writing feels. The tone is bright. The emotions creep up. The dialogue snaps with charm. I liked how the chapters alternate between Heather and Sydney. The voices feel distinct and real. Heather’s mix of self-doubt and stubborn hope made me root for her right away. Sydney’s grief and grit pull the story in deeper. I kept thinking about how both of them try so hard to convince themselves they don’t want more. The way those walls fall apart is sweet and a little messy. I liked that. The snowy getaway scenes hooked me fast. The racing-world details give it an extra spark without dragging the story down.
Some moments made me grin. Some made me ache a bit. I enjoyed how the author lets the characters run into their own fears. The book doesn’t rush their growth. The chemistry builds at a slow simmer. Then it hits like a punch of heat when they let go. The writing style kept me turning pages. It’s clean, warm, and playful. At times, I wished a few emotional beats lingered longer, but the pace fits the story’s high-energy world. I also loved how Heather’s dream of writing romance mirrors the romance she is stumbling into. It adds a sweet echo to every chapter.
The Unwritten Rule is a great pick for readers who want a sports romance with heart, tension, and a steamy payoff. Fans of character-driven love stories will enjoy watching Heather and Sydney trip over their own rules and fall anyway. If you like a mix of emotional healing, travel, and slow-building chemistry, The Unwritten Rule is worth picking up.
Pages: 442 | ISBN : 1069402214
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