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Nurse Florence®, What is a Mast Cell? follows three curious schoolgirls and their approachable school nurse, who discuss mast cells and their role in the immune system. What inspired you to write about this topic?
Nurse Florence® seeks to spark a global movement of health promotion and literacy. We explore how the human body works in each book, as well as discuss disease topics with our numerous disease-related books. We will be publishing around 700 books in the series, and this topic finally came up to the top of the list of books needing to be written.
How did you decide what to include and leave out in your Nurse Florence books?
Writing the Nurse Florence® books is an art since we don’t want to overload kids with too much science information, but we need to bring college-level information down to a fifth grader’s level. Every book is a little complicated to write, and I decide what to include out of inspiration from my illustrator’s drawings. Disney might say they have Disney magic to help produce their movies, while we have DCE magic to produce Nurse Florence® books to help even adults stay engaged with each page of the books.
What was the most challenging part of writing these books, and what was the most rewarding?
The most challenging is to decide what info to include, and the most rewarding is getting feedback that whole families are learning from each book.
What is one thing that people point out after reading your book that surprises you?
Grandparents have even said on GoodReads that they are learning. I was surprised at first since I thought I was writing just for kids. I’m happy to hear that everyone is learning. Being a lifelong learner is so important in the world that we live in.
Author Links: GoodReads | Website | LinkedIn | YouTube | Nurse Florence Project | Amazon
Quiet Doubts
The Infinity Within tells the story of Gabe, a man haunted by strange, otherworldly experiences from childhood through early adulthood. This seems like a very personal story for you. How hard was it to put this story out in the world for people to read?
In many ways, it was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done—and also one of the most necessary. The Infinity Within may be written as Gabe’s journey, but much of what he experiences mirrors my own. To put those truths—those quiet doubts, soul-piercing questions, and hard-earned awakenings—onto the page was like pulling threads from the deepest parts of myself. It’s vulnerable. But I believe vulnerability is sacred, and if there’s even one person out there who finds themselves in these pages and feels less alone, more seen, or more empowered… then it’s worth every moment of discomfort. Sharing this story was never about telling people what to believe—it was about offering a mirror. One I wish I’d had during my own darkest nights.
What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book?
At the heart of The Infinity Within is the idea that fear, doubt, and emotional heaviness aren’t signs that we’re broken—they’re sacred signals inviting us to remember who we truly are. I wanted to challenge the mainstream narrative that healing is about fixing yourself. What if nothing is broken? What if the pain is part of the awakening?
It was also important for me to explore the concept that life isn’t random—it’s a soul-designed journey. One of remembering, not achieving. Through Gabe’s dialogue with Elias, I wanted readers to feel invited into their own inner conversation, where their intuition could guide them more than any external doctrine ever could.
Lastly, I wanted to help dissolve the illusion of separation. Between self and Source. Between what we’ve been told is real and what we quietly feel to be true. If I could offer even a moment where someone says, “I’ve felt this too,” then I’ve done what I came to do.
What is one piece of advice someone gave you that changed your life?
“Stop trying to win the game—remember you designed it.”
That one sentence stopped me in my tracks. It reframed my entire perspective. I had spent years pushing, striving, fixing… believing life was something to conquer. But those words helped me realize that the obstacles, the fears, even the breakdowns—they weren’t punishments. They were invitations. Designed by me, for my own awakening.
That advice didn’t just shift how I lived—it became the foundation of The Infinity Within. It’s not about controlling life. It’s about remembering the deeper intelligence that’s always been guiding it.
What is one thing that you hope readers take away from The Infinity Within?
That they are not broken—they are remembering.
We live in a world that constantly tells us we need fixing, healing, or improving before we can be whole. The Infinity Within offers a different message: what if everything you’re going through is not a detour, but part of a sacred design calling you back to your true self?
If readers walk away with just one thing, I hope it’s this:
You already have the power. You already hold the map. And the moment you stop running from your fear and instead listen to it, you’ll find it was never the enemy. It was the doorway.
Author Links: GoodReads | X (Twitter) | Facebook | Website | Amazon
Break Through Fear, Trust Your Inner Power, and Create a Life That Reflects Who You Truly Are
Have you ever felt the faint pull of something larger than day-to-day routines—like an invisible current stirring in your gut, urging you to see beyond the grind? What if that pull wasn’t a dream, but a call to remember you’re far more than you’ve been told?
In The Infinity Within, you’ll join Gabe on a journey that shatters the illusion of limitation. From an eerie childhood moment when a toy train appeared weightless in his hands, to a near-fatal car crash where time bent and fate reversed, Gabe keeps stumbling into events that defy logic. Again and again, these flashes whisper: Reality is malleable—fear and doubt alone keep it fixed.
Desperate for clarity, Gabe tests the boundary between “impossible” and “everyday,” venturing at dawn into a quiet orchard. Under a hush that silences his busy mind, he attempts small but audacious acts—summoning a cardinal by sheer intention, almost teleporting across the grass—and glimpses cosmic teachers, from ancient spiritual icons to modern disruptors like Elon Musk. Each one demonstrates how unwavering faith outsmarts “that can’t be done,” hinting that a single moment of pure trust can shift the universe to meet us.
Yet The Infinity Within isn’t a catalog of miracles; it’s a map for releasing illusions. Gabe’s leaps of faith peel away layers of doubt, revealing the quiet truth that we all harbor a spark of the divine. This isn’t about gaining power to show off, but reclaiming the essence we lost behind fear and social conditioning.
You’ll see:
Near-Death Expansions where crisis ignites improbable survival
Orchard Illusions tested in a tranquil field at sunrise, proving how quickly the “impossible” crumbles
Real-World Parallels in teachers like Jesus, the Buddha, Eckhart Tolle, and even Musk—each boldly brushing aside limits in different domains
Practical Steps to cultivate your own orchard hush, dissolving doubt and empowering you to co-create the life you truly want
By the final pages, Gabe’s story intersects with yours: the illusions that once caged him are the same illusions blocking your next transformation. As you read, you’ll discover how to break through fear, trust your inner power, and craft a reality that aligns with who you really are—in your work, relationships, and personal calling.
Ready to taste life free of self-imposed walls? With each chapter, illusions recede, revealing an infinite spark inside you that’s always waited to shine. Gabe’s journey will nudge you to question every “I can’t,” forging a fresh perspective where possibility opens at every turn. The Infinity Within calls you to see past the illusions you’ve carried too long, urging you to step forward, awakened and alive, into a future of your own making.
Open these pages if you’re ready to challenge your limits, tap the hush of dawn in your own heart, and claim the boundless capacity that’s always been yours. Your leap begins now. Let the orchard hush guide you and watch your world transform as illusions unravel and your infinite self stands revealed.
The Original Pink Salt Weight Loss Trick: The Real Science-Backed Morning Ritual for Fat Loss, All-Day Energy, and Craving Control
The Original Pink Salt Weight Loss Trick sets out to demystify the much-hyped ritual of warm water and Himalayan pink salt, often splashed across social media as a miracle weight-loss hack. Author Laura Whitlow peels away the noise and lays out a structured, science-inspired approach, weaving together hydration, minerals, metabolism, and hormones. She frames pink salt not as a magic bullet but as a grounding ritual that supports energy, digestion, and long-term balance. The book walks through the myths, the facts, and the science, then builds up to a 28-day reset plan with meal templates, recipes, and practical reflection prompts. It’s equal parts handbook and lifestyle guide.
I found myself both intrigued and skeptical as I read. The simplicity of the ritual felt refreshing. There’s something appealing about starting the day with a warm cup of salted water when it’s framed as a small, mindful act rather than a viral trick. Whitlow clarifies the science. I appreciated that she consistently reminded readers of limits, that pink salt doesn’t burn fat, doesn’t detox the body, and doesn’t replace common sense. That grounded honesty gave the book more weight than I expected.
I appreciated the structure the book offered. The 28-day reset, the detailed recipes, and the calorie templates gave it a hands-on quality that makes it genuinely useful for anyone who wants a concrete plan to follow. It took a simple idea and expanded it into a full, guided program that felt supportive and approachable. While the science-based chapters on myths, minerals, and hydration stood out as my personal favorites, the added structure made the book feel like a complete package, part education and part practical toolkit.
I’d recommend this book to readers who are drawn to health rituals and want a realistic, science-leaning framework without being promised miracles. If you like structured resets and meal plans, you’ll love the detailed approach here. If you’re more interested in light, digestible science, the early chapters may be the most rewarding. For anyone tired of overhyped hacks and looking for a grounded reset to daily health habits, this book could be a helpful place to start.
Pages: 216 | ASIN : B0FHL36BGM
The Infinity Within
The Infinity Within tells the story of Gabe, a man haunted by strange, otherworldly experiences from childhood through early adulthood. Floating toy trains, impossible escapes from car accidents, and flashes of cosmic memory pull him into a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, he meets a guide named Elias, who helps him see that what he thought were random anomalies were actually glimpses of something greater. The central theme is clear: illusions and fear cloud our lives, while faith and trust in our inner power dissolve those illusions. Through orchard experiments, brushes with death, and lessons from both spiritual figures and modern visionaries, Gabe comes to realize that we all carry infinity within us, and our choices shape the reality we walk through.
I found myself both inspired and challenged by this book. The writing is at once poetic and raw. It drifts into mystical language, but always circles back to lived experience, which grounds it in something tangible. At times, I caught myself leaning in, pulled by the honesty of the storytelling. The author doesn’t preach, he invites, and that softened my skepticism. There’s a vulnerability in admitting confusion, fear, and doubt, and I respected that. Gabe isn’t written as a flawless mystic but as a regular person stumbling toward something bigger. That made me feel like maybe I could stumble too, and still be on the right track.
I was intrigued by the way spiritual giants like Jesus and Buddha were set beside Elon Musk, and I found the comparison surprisingly refreshing. That mix of sacred and everyday fit the book’s message: that the infinite can be glimpsed anywhere, whether in meditation or rocket launches. My reactions swung between awe, doubt, and wonder. I liked that it stirred me up rather than letting me drift along passively.
I’d recommend The Infinity Within to seekers who crave something beyond surface-level self-help. It’s not a quick-fix manual or a tidy list of steps. It’s more like sitting with a friend who has lived through strange and unexplainable events and is willing to share the details. If you’re someone who has had odd glimpses of the unexplainable, or if you’ve ever felt the gnawing sense that there must be more to life than work and routine, this book could resonate deeply. It’s best for readers who don’t mind wandering through mystery and who are comfortable sitting with questions instead of chasing neat answers.
Pages: 388 | ASIN : B0FH4CC13K
Why Everyone Was Suffering
Why Are You Sick? Introduces listeners and readers to your Ultimate Health Model™, a framework that connects cellular health with lifestyle factors like breathing, sleep, water, food, movement, environment, and even thoughts and feelings. Why was this an important book for you to write?
It was important because not only did I lose family members and friends to chronic disease, I wanted to really understand why everyone was suffering with health problems.
How did you develop your Ultimate Health Model™, and what sets it apart from other guides on how to improve your health?
Years and years of research, sifting through and reading hundreds of articles and slowly putting the pieces together. When I found that chronic inflammation might contribute to mitochondrial dysfunction I cross referenced it hundreds of times. I did the same for all the circles until I came up with the cellular framework happening in background. Then I added the the lifestyle factors that contribute to chronic disease or optimal health. Our guide is different because its all inclusive. Its a roadmap a ten year old could follow. Engage in as many on green side as possible and as few on red side its that simple.
What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book?
Nonmainstream topics were important for me to share. Factors like structured water, grounding and sunlight which are rarely discussed are more important than diet which is talked about insenantly.
What is one thing that you hope readers take away from the audiobook?
I hope readers and listeners will understand their health better. My model gives them agency to take control of their health instead of being at the mercy of the medical establishment. Plus our audiobook finally makes health fun, entertaining, engaging and immersive.
Author Links: YouTube | Instagram | Website
Sometimes, it feels like the ability to reclaim our health is just out of reach.
Why Are You Sick? How to reclaim your health with the Ultimate Health Model™ by health coach Benjamin Smith shows you the root causes of your health challenges and teaches you how to reclaim your vitality. Using his proprietary Ultimate Health Model™, you will understand how to turn the negative cycle of ill health into a positive cycle of optimum health.
Learn which shocking nighttime habit is possibly making you sick.
Get the health hacks that you probably never heard of.
They’re invisible and all around you—find out what surprises lurk in your environment that might be damaging your health.
Beat inflammation once and for all with practical, hands-on strategies.
Exercise isn’t the answer to losing weight. I’ll tell you what is.
It’s time to open your eyes to greater health. Energy and vitality can be yours.
Ben Smith is a certified health coach with Primal Health Coaching and a self-taught alternative wellness expert. He has spent fifteen years researching health practices and distilled the unconventional answers that he developed into the Ultimate Health Model™. Using research as his guide, Ben tests hypotheses by putting them into practice in his own life. Since seeing astounding results in his health, he has been sharing his findings with others.
Literary Titan Book Award: Nonfiction
The Literary Titan Book Award recognizes outstanding nonfiction books that demonstrate exceptional quality in writing, research, and presentation. This award is dedicated to authors who excel in creating informative, enlightening, and engaging works that offer valuable insights. Recipients of this award are commended for their ability to transform complex topics into accessible and compelling narratives that captivate readers and enhance our understanding.
Award Recipients
Just a Little Witch, Mostly a Mom by Diana Jonas
Visit the Literary Titan Book Awards page to see award information.
The Art of Thinking Critically with Clarity for Optimal Health: Your Longevity Is Determined by How You Think!
The Art of Thinking Critically with Clarity for Optimal Health focuses on sharpening our thinking when it comes to our health. Author Jerome Puryear takes a practical approach, breaking down complex concepts into simple lessons on weighing choices, sorting through misinformation, and making decisions with both heart and reason. He explores ways biases cloud our judgment, how logic strengthens choices, and the tools like emotional intelligence and metacognition that can shape healthier outcomes. What makes it stick is the way he ties everything back to real life, choosing a doctor, weighing treatment options, or simply trying not to drown in endless health information.
Reading it, I felt both challenged and reassured. I appreciated Puryear’s clarity, never hiding behind jargon. Some parts felt a bit heavy with lists and frameworks, almost like a textbook, but that structure also made it easy to digest.
What really stood out for me was his honesty about how messy decision-making can be. He didn’t promise that critical thinking is a magic fix. Instead, he demonstrates that this is a skill we stumble through and build over time. That gave me a sense of relief. I felt less pressure to “get it right” every time. The sections on misinformation and bias also hit close to home for me. I caught myself thinking of moments where I’d trusted a headline or gone with my gut, only to regret it later.
I’d recommend The Art of Thinking Critically with Clarity for Optimal Health to anyone who feels overwhelmed by health choices or just wants to think more clearly day to day. It’s especially useful for people who prefer having a toolkit they can actually use, not just theory. If you want a guide that balances practical advice with a thoughtful framework, this is an essential read.
Why Are You Sick? (Audiobook)
The audiobook starts by pulling back the curtain on the lies and myths we’ve all been fed about health. From the first chapter, the narrator makes it clear that this is not another fad diet manual or a magic-pill promise. Instead, he introduces what the author calls the Ultimate Health Model™, a framework that connects cellular health with lifestyle factors like breathing, sleep, water, food, movement, environment, and even thoughts and feelings. He threads personal stories of loss, his own health struggles, and years of research into a narrative that pushes the reader to think differently about sickness. By the end, it feels less like a lecture and more like a wake-up call to reclaim agency over our bodies.
Listening to the audiobook, I found myself reacting in waves. At times, I was nodding along with genuine excitement, especially when Smith explained concepts like structured water or the overlooked role of chronic dehydration. The narrator’s voice is soothing but carries conviction, which makes the listening experience feel calming and informative. The narrator’s passion kept me engaged, and I couldn’t help but admire the author’s dedication to challenging the status quo.
The mix of narrators, Gillian Williams, GM Hakim, Tom Wayland, and Rachel Sloane, keeps the audiobook lively and dynamic, each voice adding its own energy and tone, and hearing directly from the author himself makes the experience feel even more personal and authentic.
The book feels personal. Author Benjamin Smith shares stories of losing loved ones to cancer, his own battles with asthma and fatigue, and the frustration of watching mainstream medicine ignore what he sees as obvious connections. That vulnerability gave weight to his arguments. I also liked how he broke up serious topics with humor, casual asides, and even a few sharp words. It made the audiobook feel conversational. It was heartfelt and, at times, surprisingly inspiring.
I’d recommend Why Are You Sick? to anyone who feels stuck in their health journey and wants a fresh perspective. It’s not an audiobook for someone looking for a rigid plan or a neat list of do’s and don’ts. It’s more for the curious, the frustrated, and the open-minded listener who’s willing to sift through bold ideas, personal stories, and unconventional advice to find what resonates. If you like your audiobooks passionate and provocative, this one might be exactly what you need.
6 Hours and 22 Minutes | ASIN : B0FN4S3DMB
LITERARY TITAN 