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Transform Your Cosmic Self: A Comprehensive Guide from Awakening to Ascension (Including Reflections and Exercises)
Joy Vottus’s Transform Your Cosmic Self is a sweeping spiritual guide that charts a path from awakening to ascension. It blends autobiography, metaphysics, and practical exercises to help readers explore their spiritual evolution. The book begins with Vottus’s own journey, from childhood sensitivities in Taiwan to enlightenment and unity with her Higher Self, Vottus, and expands into cosmic teachings about creation, consciousness, and multidimensional existence. Drawing from sources like Buddhist traditions, channeling, and energy healing, she introduces readers to concepts such as the Flower of Life, ascension to 5D consciousness, and the idea of Earth as a school for souls. Each chapter closes with reflections and exercises, inviting readers not only to understand but to experience spiritual transformation firsthand.
Reading this book felt like being pulled into someone’s vivid dream of the universe. The writing is passionate and unguarded. Sometimes I found myself swept up in its beauty, the imagery of light fields, crystalline bodies, and higher realms felt oddly comforting, like glimpsing the universe through a stained-glass window. The claims of 13,000 incarnations, direct messages from Ascended Masters, and life as a new “Ascended Master on Earth” can feel beyond belief, even for readers familiar with New Age literature. Still, there’s something disarmingly sincere about Vottus’s voice. She doesn’t write like a detached guru. She writes like someone who has lived every word, sometimes painfully, sometimes joyfully, and that raw honesty makes the book compelling.
What struck me most was how personal the grand ideas felt. Behind the cosmic diagrams and starseed lineages is a woman healing from trauma, betrayal, and loss. Her journey through spiritual manipulation, doubt, and self-reclamation is the emotional core of the book. The sections about self-healing and forgiveness resonated with me more than the multidimensional theories. Vottus’s openness about her pain gives depth to the more abstract material. The writing can occasionally be heavy with spiritual jargon, yet her tone remains warm. Reading it felt like sitting across from someone telling you about the wildest road trip of their life, sometimes unbelievable, often moving, always heartfelt.
I’d recommend Transform Your Cosmic Self to readers who are curious about ascension teachings, starseed ideas, or the intersection of spirituality and personal healing. For dreamers, seekers, and anyone standing at the edge of their own awakening, it offers a mirror. I closed the book feeling inspired, which, to me, is a sign that it did exactly what it set out to do: stir the soul and invite the reader to look beyond the ordinary.
Pages: 250 | ASIN : B0FMNLDX6W
Zen and the Art of Dog Training
Zen and the Art of Dog Training weaves together the story of one man’s transformation through his relationship with his dog, Lala. What begins as a chance rescue on a foggy coastal road becomes a profound exploration of trust, mindfulness, and emotional growth. The author uses his journey, from fear of dogs to becoming a professional trainer, as a framework for sharing practical lessons on discipline, presence, and compassion. Each chapter connects dog training with self-awareness, moving from the basics of structure and obedience to deeper themes of ego, meditation, and the search for balance in everyday life. It’s both a memoir and a guide, written with an honesty that makes the philosophical parts feel grounded and relatable.
Reading this book felt surprisingly intimate. The writing has a warmth to it, and I could feel the author’s sincerity in every line. There’s no arrogance here, just humility and heart. The early chapters hit me hardest, especially the ones describing the author’s fear of dogs and how Lala helped him heal from heartbreak. The mix of vulnerability and insight drew me in completely. At times, the lessons about leadership and emotional regulation felt like life advice disguised as dog training. Some sections meandered a little, but that almost added to the book’s charm, it felt like listening to a close friend talk about lessons learned the hard way. The pacing flowed between reflection and instruction in a way that felt natural, and the tone stayed gentle even when the ideas turned deep.
I didn’t expect a dog training book to talk so openly about meditation, ego, and acceptance, but it worked. The author makes these ideas feel accessible, not preachy. There’s a calm rhythm to his explanations that mirrors the peace he’s trying to describe. When he writes about finding balance, both in training and in life, it resonated with me. The blend of Zen philosophy and practical advice felt refreshing. It reminded me that patience, consistency, and awareness are not just tools for working with dogs but for living better overall.
I’d recommend Zen and the Art of Dog Training to anyone who loves dogs or is curious about the connection between behavior and mindset. It’s ideal for people who want more than a step-by-step manual and prefer stories that make them think and feel. Trainers, pet owners, and even readers on their own self-discovery journeys will find something meaningful here.
Pages: 152 | ASIN : B0FY26DWXM
Where’s Jackson Pollock?
Jim Davidson’s Where’s Jackson Pollock? is a vivid blend of art, crime, and human frailty that moves from the smoky streets of 1960s Brussels to the humid shores of modern-day Florida and Virginia. It begins with an art thief named Henri who steals two priceless paintings, a Pollock and a Rothko, and then follows their strange afterlife through decades of greed, betrayal, and reinvention. By the time the paintings resurface, they’ve become more than works of art, they’re ghosts of guilt and ambition that haunt every character who touches them. The book stitches together these timelines with sharp pacing and a film-like rhythm that makes the mystery feel alive and personal.
I found the writing punchy and cinematic. Davidson has a knack for giving even the quiet moments a pulse, a sense that something is about to go wrong. His characters feel flawed; greedy, desperate, and self-justifying, but never cartoonish. The dialogue sounds natural, almost overheard, and the detail in the settings makes every scene easy to picture. There’s an undercurrent of sadness beneath all the clever plotting, a recognition that beauty and corruption often share the same frame. That mix of tension and melancholy made me care more about the people than the paintings.
The story can linger inside a moment or a minor side story, but I forgave that because the author writes with conviction. The characters talk and act like real people, selfish, hopeful, scared, and funny. The theme that money distorts art and love both feels timeless and painfully true. I caught myself grinning at his dry humor one minute and shaking my head in frustration the next. It’s the kind of book that doesn’t just tell a story; it makes you sit with what greed and loss do to a person’s soul.
I’d recommend Where’s Jackson Pollock? to anyone who loves a good art-world mystery or character-driven crime story. It’s perfect for readers who enjoy novels where the moral lines blur and everyone has something to hide. If you liked The Goldfinch or The Thomas Crown Affair, this one will hit the same nerve. It’s smart, layered, and surprisingly emotional.
Pages: 324 | ASIN : B0FVBL15J3
Sammy Goes to the Doctor
When Sammy’s mommy cheerfully announces it’s time to rise and shine for his doctor’s appointment, all Sammy wants is to roll over and drift back to sleep. In Sammy Goes to the Doctor by Brittany Feria, readers follow the lovable pup as he reluctantly prepares for his visit. His mommy reassures him that the doctor is kind and there’s nothing to fear. Once they arrive, Sammy’s nerves quickly fade as he becomes captivated by the colorful toys scattered around the waiting room. But when it’s finally time to see the doctor, will Sammy’s courage hold strong?
This delightful story is a wonderful choice for parents, grandparents, and caregivers who want to help children understand what happens during a doctor’s visit. Feria skillfully provides just enough detail to make the experience familiar and comforting without overwhelming young readers. Her writing gently reminds children that visiting the doctor is not something to dread; it’s simply a part of staying healthy. The tone is reassuring, warm, and perfectly attuned to a child’s world.
The illustrations by Wandson Rocha elevate the story even further. Each full-page image bursts with vivid color and playful energy, drawing readers into Sammy’s adventure. The animals are irresistibly cute, each with its own personality and charm. Children will undoubtedly find a favorite among them.
In the end, Sammy Goes to the Doctor is a charming, beautifully illustrated book that helps children see the doctor’s office as a place of care rather than fear. It’s a comforting story with a gentle lesson, delivered with heart and imagination. A wonderful addition to any child’s bookshelf.
Pages: 24 | ISBN :1966786107
The Admiral’s Gamble
The Admiral’s Gamble unfolds like a cinematic naval epic mixed with the intrigue of a sci-fi thriller. It follows Admiral James Harrington, a decorated officer at the end of his long career, who stumbles upon a mysterious device capable of altering time. The story begins at his retirement party and spirals into a tense, emotional journey through duty, destiny, and moral conflict. What starts as a quiet reflection on legacy turns into a race against fate, as Harrington must decide whether to sacrifice everything he knows to prevent a future catastrophe.
Reading this book felt like stepping into an old-school war movie that suddenly turns futuristic. The writing is vivid and grounded in military realism, yet it slides seamlessly into moments of eerie wonder. Author Nick Malara writes with a strong sense of rhythm; his scenes move with a cinematic flow that keeps the tension alive even in the quiet moments. A few pages linger long on scenery when the story’s emotional punch could have carried itself. But the heart of the book, the internal struggle of a man torn between heroism and self-preservation, shines bright and feels honest.
I found myself really drawn to Harrington as a character. He’s gruff, tired, and haunted by the weight of command. The dialogue feels old-school and clipped, full of restraint, like the man himself. Yet beneath that hardened shell is a depth of conscience that makes him compelling. The time-travel element, though wild, serves more as a mirror for his soul than a trick of plot. It forces him, and the reader, to ask: what’s the cost of doing the right thing when it erases the life you’ve built? There were moments that hit hard, moments that made me pause and think about sacrifice, legacy, and the strange way duty can both define and destroy a person.
I’d recommend The Admiral’s Gamble to readers who like military fiction with a twist of science fiction, or stories about aging heroes facing their past. It’s ideal for people who enjoy introspection mixed with high-stakes action. The story’s emotional weight and moral questions make it worth the ride. If you like tales that mix grit, heart, and a touch of the unknown, this one’s a good bet.
Pages: 178 | ASIN : B0FH77C97Z
Kissed the Girls
Anthony Silman’s Kissed the Girls dives deep into the sleek, poisonous world of power, privilege, and corruption. The novel weaves several storylines together, a pair of ruthless lawyers, a naïve designer lured into a predator’s den, a celebrity couple undone by scandal, and a grifter who thrives in the cracks of bureaucracy. The book opens with a cry of outrage from the press against a man “beyond the law,” setting the tone for what follows: a series of interconnected tales where greed, lust, and moral rot fester beneath elegant façades. It’s satire, thriller, and social commentary rolled into one.
Reading it, I found myself both fascinated and uneasy. Silman’s writing is crisp and confident, filled with sharp dialogue that makes his characters sound alive, even when you wish they weren’t. Inigo and Archie, the slick lawyers who bend law and ethics like soft metal, are drawn with wit and venom. Suzanne Pickwick’s story hit harder for me. Her innocence, her polite compliance, the quiet horror of what she endures, it all builds slowly until you’re holding your breath. I could almost feel the weight of the room she’s in, the polished menace of the people around her. There’s anger beneath the words too, a fury aimed at the smug invulnerability of men like Omar, and it bleeds through in the best way.
At times, the story feels like a moral fable hiding behind a crime drama. Silman’s world is full of people who think they can buy decency, and for a while, they almost do. But there’s a pulse of resistance running through the book. Suzanne’s defiance, the small flickers of conscience from unexpected places, they make the darkness sharper. The style isn’t smooth or sterile. It stings, it laughs at itself, it jumps from the wickedly funny to the deeply grim. That volatility made me enjoy it more. I felt irritated, amused, disgusted, and even oddly hopeful, often within a few pages.
In the end, Kissed the Girls left me rattled but satisfied. It’s not a pretty story, and it doesn’t try to be. It’s clever and brutal, and it doesn’t let you stand comfortably on the sidelines. I’d recommend it to readers who like their fiction bold, cynical, and grounded in the uncomfortable truths of modern power. If you enjoy stories that peel back the glossy surface of success to show the greed and cruelty underneath, this one’s for you.
Pages: 408 | ASIN : B0FHQFRBGN
Soul Can You: Opening Consciousness Within, Healing and Transcendence
Lisa Gilbert’s Soul Can You is part memoir, part spiritual exploration, and part psychological roadmap. The book follows Gilbert’s journey through trauma, healing, and transformation via Holotropic Breathwork® and other nonordinary states of consciousness. Drawing from her life as both psychiatrist and seeker, she recounts vivid encounters with inner visions, long-buried memories, and spiritual entities. It’s a work that blends scientific insight with mystical experience. Beneath its explorations lies a simple truth: that healing begins when one dares to meet the soul head-on, without fear of what it may reveal.
Gilbert’s writing pulses with honesty. She doesn’t sugarcoat the pain or distance herself from it. Her words feel lived in. I could sense her vulnerability in moments of loss and awe. I admired how she used storytelling as a bridge between psychiatry and spirit. Her scenes of breathwork, those intense, body-soul journeys, made me feel like I was right there, breathing with her. At times I questioned what was literal and what was visionary, but that uncertainty felt right. The power of the book isn’t in proving what’s “real.” It’s in showing how real healing feels.
I couldn’t help but be drawn in by her sincerity. The rhythm of her prose changes like breath itself, fast, then still. I found myself moved by her courage to face shame, grief, and abuse without hiding behind her medical training. I’ve read plenty of books about trauma and consciousness, but few manage this balance of intellect and heart. Gilbert’s voice is gentle and unpretentious, even when describing experiences that defy logic.
I’d recommend Soul Can You to anyone standing at the crossroads between science and spirituality, or to those who feel stuck in their own healing. If you’ve ever wondered whether the soul can survive the chaos of a modern life, this book says yes, and shows you how it learns to breathe again.
Pages: 376 | ASIN: B0FM8R3V7C
The Criminalization of Addiction: The US vs Gary Scott Hancock Case
The Criminalization of Addiction tells the tragic and deeply personal story of a mother watching her son, Gary Scott Hancock, fall into opioid addiction and then be swallowed by a justice system that confuses illness with criminal intent. Written by Scott’s mother, Dr. G.D. Hancock, a retired professor of finance, the book traces her son’s descent from a normal, middle-class upbringing in St. Louis to a twenty-year federal prison sentence for sharing fentanyl with a friend who later overdosed. What begins as a story about one family’s heartbreak expands into an unflinching critique of how the U.S. legal system handles addiction. Hancock lays out how drug-induced homicide laws, mandatory minimums, and prosecutorial power punish the sick rather than heal them. Through a mix of biography, legal analysis, and raw emotion, the book asks a hard question: when did compassion become a crime?
Hancock’s writing doesn’t hide behind theory or legalese. I could feel her disbelief turning into fury as she realized her son wasn’t seen as a person at all but as a statistic to feed a broken system. The writing moves between moments of aching tenderness and pure outrage. It’s not polished in the literary sense, and that’s what makes it powerful; it’s the voice of a mother who’s seen too much. I found myself angry right alongside her, especially when she exposed how prosecutors twist facts and judges’ hands are tied by mandatory sentences. Her mix of love, guilt, and disbelief feels brutally honest. The tone is emotional but steady, and it carries the weight of lived experience rather than abstract policy talk.
This is a very emotional book. There were moments I had to set the book down to breathe. Still, that exhaustion mirrors what the author lived through. Her background as an academic gives the story structure and evidence, yet she never loses the personal edge. The sections on medical evidence and justice reform could have been dry, but her anger keeps them alive. It’s heartbreaking to see how easily an addict’s cry for help can turn into a life sentence, and I couldn’t stop thinking about how many families must be living this same nightmare without the words to tell it.
I would recommend The Criminalization of Addiction to anyone who believes justice should be fair, or who thinks it already is. It’s especially important for lawmakers, medical professionals, and families dealing with addiction. The book isn’t easy to read, but it shouldn’t be. It made me ache, it made me furious, and it made me want change. If you’ve ever looked at addiction and thought, “That could never touch my family,” this book will prove you wrong.
Pages: 54 | ASIN : B0FNLX2T2K
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