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The Science of the Afterlife
Barry Aubin’s The Science of the Afterlife is a bold attempt to merge science, religion, and philosophy into a single cohesive theory of existence beyond death. He introduces the “Electron Consciousness Theory,” arguing that human souls are made of electrons and that our consciousness persists after death as an electrical presence in the universe. Through a mix of scientific speculation, religious references, and personal insights, Aubin builds a case that the afterlife is not just a matter of faith but of physics. He challenges readers to rethink what it means to exist and whether death is truly the end.
Aubin’s writing is both ambitious, which makes the book engaging yet, at times, overwhelming. He presents compelling questions, like if energy cannot be destroyed, then where does our consciousness go? And he supports them with theories drawn from thermodynamics and neuroscience. One of the most intriguing parts of the book is his exploration of how electrons store memory, suggesting that our thoughts and experiences may survive in a form beyond our physical bodies. This idea resonates with my own beliefs about the afterlife. If souls are energy, and energy continues to exist, then it seems only natural that we persist in some way. His discussion on how electrons might disperse and communicate after death made me pause and reflect on the idea of spiritual presence.
While I appreciate his effort to explain the afterlife through physics, there were moments when his reasoning seemed more intuitive than evidence-based. The connection between morality and the electrical charge of a soul was an interesting concept and left me wondering. Still, his passion for understanding the spiritual world through scientific means is admirable.
One of the most thought-provoking aspects of the book was its discussion on telepathy and spiritual communication. Aubin suggests that electrons within the brain may allow for an exchange of thoughts beyond death, potentially explaining ghostly encounters, divine voices, or even prayer. The idea that we are all part of a vast electrical network, constantly interacting on some unseen level, aligns with many religious and spiritual beliefs. While mainstream science may dismiss such claims, I found comfort in his argument that just because something is not fully understood does not mean it is not real.
The Science of the Afterlife is a thought-provoking read for those who are open to unconventional ideas about existence beyond death. It is not a traditional religious text, nor is it a rigorously scientific one, but it is an imaginative and heartfelt exploration of what might lie beyond. While some of his theories may be difficult to accept, his core message is one of hope: that life, in some form, continues. And for those of us who already believe in an afterlife, that is a comforting thought indeed.
Pages: 34 | ASIN : B09F197Z6M
Grief is a Teacher
On the Ever-Lovely Morrow is an introspective poetry collection that explores themes of love, freedom, self-discovery, and personal transformation through honest reflections on life’s challenges and societal norms. Why was this an important book for you to publish?
I felt like I had more that I needed to say, and I needed to share it in a sense and a space that was new. On the Ever-Lovely Morrow is actually the companion to its predecessor At the Beginning of Yesterday, which was published under a different name, that being Tiffiny Rose Allen.
Sometimes, you take a look at your life and see how much you’ve changed, and in the process, you realize how much you need to reinvent yourself, how much you have reinvented yourself, and what image you want to share with the world. I believe as humans we are ever-evolving, and it’s important to show that change is just a staple of life and an important one at that.
In several poems, grief seems to act as a catalyst for transformation. How do you view the relationship between loss and personal growth in your writing?
My relationship with grief has been something that has at times felt like a constant, but I have always found ways to transmute it and make it into something beautiful. Grief is, in and of itself, a beautiful thing, which demands we look at ourselves and our lives and the parts that we are playing in it. Grief is a teacher. I try my best to translate that into my work when I write.
Your reflections on societal norms and expectations are powerful. What inspired you to address these topics so openly in your poetry?
I felt the need to express these topics because they were things that had affected me personally, things that had made an impact on how I held myself, how I viewed myself, and how people viewed me and treated me. I don’t think anyone is limited to being just one thing, and it was important to me to show how multifaceted I am as a person, and hopefully in sharing that, someone could see themselves within those views as well.
What is the next book that you are working on and when will it be available?
I currently have an anthology in the works, it being Volume II of the Dreams In Hiding anthology. The title is After Words We Go From Here and it is centered on After pieces and prose. For those unfamiliar, After pieces are pieces of writing that are inspired by other forms of art or artists. This should be published in the late fall or early winter of 2024.
Apart from that, I have a few different projects that are in the very early stages of development, and we’ll see how they progress, but I am very very excited to share them one day.
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What comes after Yesterday? There is the present, then tomorrow, what happens on the Ever-Lovely Morrow?
In this companion to the poetry collection At The Beginning Of Yesterday, the ship of the author’s emotions will navigate you through reinvention, resurfacing, and feeling out the waves of healing.
Everything, in some form or another, comes in waves. This is a collection that celebrates being a writer, acknowledges the non-linearity of emotions, and dives into the themes of what it means to step into one’s own definition of living.
Peace, Comfort, and Joy
I Will Dance Across The Morning Sky is a moving collection of poems that invites readers into a world of introspection, longing, and raw emotion. Why was this an important book for you to write?
I wanted to write something to give comfort to those who have lost family members, friends, and pets.
The art in this book is beautiful and perfectly complements the poetry. What was the art collaboration process like with the illustrator Sudipita Dasgupta?
I prayed for the right illustrator and looked for several weeks before finding a children’s book cover created by Sudipita. His style was exactly what I wanted and immediately knew it was just what the book needed.
Studipita in India and I in the states, went back and forth via messenger and email discussing what to put on each page.
Every page is an individual work of art that gives vision to the words.
What was the most challenging part of writing this collection of poetry and what was the most rewarding?
As with every writer the challenge in poetry is to keep it short, use the right words in the right order, and create flow
Rewarding? To see how many lives have been touched with I Will Dance Across the Morning Sky
What do you hope is one thing readers take away from your poetry?
Moments of peace, comfort, and joy
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There comes a time in everyone’s life that a close friend, relative or pet passes to the other side. Children and adults are in need of comfort. This book was created to inspire and raise the spirit of all who read it. Great imagery for children as well as adults. Where do we go? What do we do? Oh, imagine the fun we will have! As you read let your imagination soar!
I Will Dance Across the Morning Sky is a perfect keepsake gift to treasure to celebrate a life well lived, for those who have lost loved ones, friends, and their pet babies.
I Will Dance Across the Morning Sky
I Will Dance Across the Morning Sky is a moving collection of poems that invites readers into a world of introspection, longing, and raw emotion. The book’s essence lies in its exploration of human connection, loss, and the quest for meaning in moments of despair. Each poem in this book weaves together imagery and sentiment in a way that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable, creating a tapestry of experiences that resonate with the soul.
Simplicity masks complexity here. The language, deceptively straightforward, acts as a vessel for profound emotion. A simple line can explode with meaning. Take, for example, the image of “a heart dancing across broken glass.” It’s a vivid portrayal of pain mingling with hope, resilience intertwined with fragility. This line alone haunts us, refusing to leave our thoughts, much like the struggles we all face. The poems tackle heavy subjects such as grief and loneliness, yet they do so with a sincerity that feels unforced, making the experience refreshingly authentic.
Connection, or its painful absence, sits at the core of this book. A particular poem lingers in the mind, depicting two people sitting together in silence, yet a chasm exists between them. That stark portrayal of isolation, even in company, strikes a nerve. It’s not just about what’s written; it’s about what isn’t. The spaces, the silences, resonate as loudly as the words themselves. The themes are beautifully rendered, and the exploration of love and loss treads familiar ground. It is worth noting that there were times I yearned for a twist or a fresh perspective. The steady tone and consistent themes offer exactly the kind of solace some readers seek, a stable anchor in a turbulent world.
I Will Dance Across The Morning Sky leaves its mark. It’s a collection that reaches out to those of all ages who need a voice in the silence, a companion in their pain. For anyone grappling with life’s hardships, or simply searching for a piece of writing that speaks to the heart, this book offers solace. It’s easy to consume, but its impact lingers, making it not just a collection of poems, but an experience to be felt deeply.
Pages: 42 | ASIN : B08RTYMPG3
Grief is Unpredictable
OMG! Oh My Grief-ness is a heartfelt and introspective exploration of grief, intricately detailing the multifaceted ways in which individuals experience loss. Why was this an important book for you to write?
OMG! Oh My Grief-ness was a significant book to create as I noticed many people in my surroundings were experiencing grief. In the United States, every state is ranked based on depression levels, with Tennessee having the highest percentage and Hawaii the lowest. Recognizing grief is the initial stage in addressing personalized grieving processes. Failure to acknowledge grief leads to misinformation, resulting in delayed recovery and prolonged grief stages for both individuals and families.
I appreciated the candid nature with which you told your story. What was the hardest thing for you to write about?
One of the most challenging aspects of composing OMG! Oh My Grief-ness was addressing the topic of my parents and acknowledging the solitary nature of personalized grief when not adequately addressed. Expressing my feelings about my parents was particularly difficult due to their absence. Coming to terms with this reality is a struggle that many of us face.
What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book?
Some concepts highlighted in this book focus on the transformation of cultural, physical, and social dimensions in our lives, which can become unrecognizable to both us and others. The book emphasizes the importance of embracing these changes, adapting to new norms, and finding acceptance while navigating through the journey of grief.
What is a common misconception you feel people have about the grief process?
While there are six popular misconceptions noted about grief, I feel the misconception that “grief never reappears after enough time passes” is common. The expectations of grief are not concrete and are more times than not unpredictable.
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Honoring My Life Through Poetry
In Little River of Amazements, you invite readers to explore the human experience through your collection of poems featuring a variety of themes from travel to faith and religion. What inspired you to share this collection of poetry?
As I began to work on this collection of new and selected poems, at the urging of my wonderful editor, Diane Frank, of Blue Light Press, I realized it was different from compiling my earlier poetry books. It was constructing a life in poems, a creation of a personal mythology. It took me a long time to complete it – more than three years. Fifty pages are new poems – the others are from my previous collections. I love doing readings from this book because it feels that I am honoring my life, the people, the experiences, the learnings that are its center. And I think much of it relates to universal experience.
Of all the topics you write about in your poems, what is the one that resonates most with you? Do you have a favorite selection?
I can’t really choose one. Several themes unite the poems in this book and run through my life: the sacredness of nature and of the body, the lives of women in history — ancient, medieval, contemporary, the emergence of voice from deep silence and the spiritual silence we grow into, a lifetime search for meaning. My favorite poem in the book is a sequence of poems called “In the Margins of the Pages.” It originally appeared in my book The Illuminations from 2006 and came out of a study of the the Book of Kells, an eighth century illuminated manuscript on display in the library of Trinity College, Dublin. I loved responding to the medieval drawings with a woman’s interpretation. It pulls together so many of the themes that weave throughout all my poems – Celtic and medieval culture, architecture, symbolism, sexuality, interpretations of Christianity, visual art, immanence in nature.
I have also written some wonderful love poems.
What is one thing you hope readers are able to take away from your collection?
I began writing poetry as a response to life and a search for personal illumination. I hope my poems inspire others on their journey and touch people with beauty through the music of language.
Can fans look forward to more poetry from you soon? What are you currently working on?
I am always writing poems and making books. My challenge is to create beauty in new ways. That’s what I am working on.
I will end with a quote from poet Nicholas Gulig: In my experience, poetry, at its best, breathes life into communities because poetry is, in essence, a deeply communal act.
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OMG! Oh My Grief-ness
OMG! Oh My Grief-ness by C. Terry Morris is a heartfelt and introspective exploration of grief, intricately detailing the multifaceted ways in which individuals experience loss. Morris eloquently draws on personal experiences, cultural reflections, and a deep understanding of the grieving process to present a guide that is as comforting as it is informative. The book’s structure, divided into thoughtful sections addressing the physical, cognitive, and spiritual aspects of grief, creates a comprehensive roadmap for those navigating the often overwhelming emotions associated with loss.
One of the standout aspects of Morris’s writing is her ability to communicate the deeply personal nature of grief. She emphasizes that grief is unique to each individual, much like a fingerprint, which resonated with me throughout the book. She discusses the different categories of grief, from anticipatory to complicated, making it clear that no two experiences are identical. This analogy is powerful because it validates the solitary nature of grieving while also offering solace by acknowledging that others share in this deeply personal journey. Morris’s approach is both compassionate and practical, which makes this book particularly effective. The blend of anecdotal insights with researched information, such as the stages of grief provided by the American Cancer Society, allows the reader to feel supported both emotionally and intellectually. I found her discussion on the “GrIef-ness” and the “I” factor particularly insightful. By focusing on self-care and the importance of acknowledging one’s own needs during the grieving process, Morris provides a crucial reminder that caring for oneself is not selfish but necessary. Morris skillfully navigates the complexities of how different cultures and beliefs influence the grieving process, offering readers various perspectives that might align with their own experiences. The integration of spirituality into the discussion of grief feels natural and offers an additional avenue of comfort for readers who find solace in their faith.
OMG! Oh My Grief-ness is an essential read for anyone grappling with loss, whether recent or lingering. Morris’s compassionate tone, combined with her insightful reflections, makes this book not just a guide, but a companion through the grieving process. I would highly recommend this book to those who are dealing with grief, as well as to therapists, counselors, and anyone supporting someone through loss. It’s a book that understands the deep, personal pain of grief and offers a path toward healing that feels both personal and universal.
Pages: 72
Little River of Amazements: New and Selected Poems
Little River of Amazements is a captivating poetry collection that delves into a diverse range of themes, from the intimate dynamics of family to the boundless horizons of travel. Mary Kay Rummel’s poems invite readers to contemplate the complexities of the human experience. Her exploration of spirituality, particularly in pieces like “Life is Losing and Reinvention,” is both compelling and relatable, offering a candid perspective on faith and religion.
Rummel’s keen observation of the natural world is evident throughout the collection. Her ability to capture the essence of her surroundings is truly remarkable, as showcased in “Seven Ways to Change the Names of the Days.” The warmth and nostalgia in her portrayal of her deep connection with her grandmother add a poignant layer to the collection. These evocative poems stir memories of time spent with loved ones, creating a sense of intimacy between the reader and the author.
The author’s mastery of language is undeniable. Rummel crafts intricate sentence structures and employs vivid imagery, creating a truly immersive reading experience. Her poetry is both inspiring and challenging, encouraging readers to view the world through a fresh lens. Ordinary experiences are transformed into extraordinary poetic moments through her skillful use of language.
For those with a wanderlust spirit, Rummel’s travel poems offer a vicarious adventure. Her words transport readers to distant lands, inviting them to share in her experiences and insights. Through her poetry, one can almost feel the sun on their skin, the wind in their hair, and the wonder of new cultures. Little River of Amazements by Mary Kay Rummel is an invitation to view the world through the lens of the author. Rummel’s work is a testament to the power of language to evoke emotion, inspire thought, and broaden perspectives. Her ability to find beauty and meaning in the ordinary is a gift she generously shares with her readers.
Pages: 236 | ISBN : 978-1421835570
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