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KNOWLEDGE AND WISDOM: SUBLIME THOUGHTS TO ELEVATE YOUR LIFE
Knowledge and Wisdom: Sublime Thoughts to Elevate Your Life is a pocket-sized collection of over 300 quotations arranged alphabetically by subject, compiled by Nges Elmer. It draws from a wide range of historical and contemporary figures like philosophers, writers, leaders, and anonymous voices alike. The book presents bite-sized pieces of wisdom meant to inspire reflection, action, and growth in everyday life. Topics range from ambition and change to prayer and resilience, with each quote centered around themes such as education, love, forgiveness, success, and character. Designed to be carried easily, it’s positioned as both a spiritual and practical companion for personal development and social living.
Reading this book felt like walking through a garden of timeless truths. Some quotes struck me deeply, like William Wordsworth’s musing on the value of small acts of kindness or Emerson’s call to greet each day afresh. I appreciated that Elmer included reflections from diverse cultures and centuries, making the book feel universal in its intent. It’s not a narrative journey but a mosaic of ideas. I sometimes longed for more context or commentary to link them together, but maybe that’s the point: let the reader draw their own connections.
Stylistically, the book leans heavily on structure over storytelling, but it does what it sets out to do. Elmer’s choices are thoughtful, occasionally surprising, and clearly personal. I liked how he mixed sacred and secular wisdom without pushing an agenda. There’s a gentle, humble spirit throughout the compilation that makes it feel like advice from a wise friend rather than a lofty lecture. While not every quote felt equally strong or relevant, I found myself pausing to reflect more often than I expected.
Sublime Thoughts is a book I’d recommend for readers who like to sit with an idea and turn it over in their mind. It’s perfect for morning meditation, journaling prompts, or just flipping through when life feels noisy. Teachers, preachers, and writers looking for inspiration will likely find this a handy resource.
Pages: 114 | ASIN : B09JWRVMLK
Collecting Quotes
The Little Book of Quotes by Women is a delightful, compact collection of 365 quotes from influential women who have graced U.S. postage stamps. Where did the idea for this book come from and how did it develop over time?
When I was in fifth grade, I was late for class and the teacher made me write “To thine own self be true” on the blackboard 100 times in front of the entire class. Needless to say, it was embarrassing. It taught me a lesson to never be late again as well as led me down a path of collecting quotes. I published my collection of favorite quotes in The Little Book of Gratitude Quotes in 2011.
The quote “We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty” by Maya Angelou was my favorite, it reminds me that growing is not easy. Do you have a favorite quote from this book and why?
Quotes from Eleanor Roosevelt have always been my favorites, including “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” This quote has inspired me for many years and especially inspired me to have a dream of being a writer, hold onto the hope of that dream, and to hopefully make a difference in the lives of others with books.
Did you find anything in your research of this book that surprised you?
I started working on the first edition of this book more than a decade ago and published it in 2014. About a year ago with the debut of the stamp of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, I noticed two things. First off, I realized that the stamps were much more ornate and life-like. Second, I realized that there were many new stamps of women I admired from Betty Ford, Lena Horne, Toni Morrison, and Sally Ride to the women who appeared on the Underground Railroad series including Harriet Tubman and Harriet Jacobs. That is when I decided to update the book and include biographical information about all the women who have appeared on U.S. Postage Stamps over the past 130 years.
What is the next book that you are working on and when can your fans expect it to be out?
In 2025, I am looking forward to the publication of my next picture books which all feature animals as storytellers: Be WHOO You Are, Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Sea Star, and Whoo! Hoo!Hoo! The Carousel at the Zoo. I am currently working on a series of middle grade ocean mystery books tentatively titled Shell Shocked about two friends who tend to sea turtles and wild horses on an island.
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Their words of wisdom have been thematically arranged in twelve sections including “Beauty,” “Courage,” “Happiness,” “Freedom,” “Possibility,” “Service,” and “Strength.” The Little Book of Quotes by Women features quotes from more than 130 women including Emily Dickinson, Pearl S. Buck, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Lena Horne, Helen Keller, Margaret Mead, Eleanor Roosevelt, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Harriet Tubman, Mother Teresa, and more.
The women featured in this book all share one thing in common—they have indeed left their stamp on history. Their unforgettable quotes have stood the test of time.
The Little Book of Quotes by Women
The Little Book of Quotes by Women is a delightful, compact collection of 365 quotes from influential women who have graced U.S. postage stamps. Edited by Kathleen Welton, the book spans a variety of subjects like courage, beauty, strength, and love, offering snippets of wisdom from historical figures like Eleanor Roosevelt to cultural icons like Audrey Hepburn. It’s meant to be read for daily inspiration or savored in one sitting. With each quote carefully selected to uplift and motivate, the book also gives nods to the history of U.S. stamps, highlighting how these women’s words and legacies have left a permanent stamp on history.
Right from the start, I was drawn to the accessible organization of the book, broken into themed sections like “Beauty” and “Courage.” It was easy to dip in and find something encouraging. One quote that really resonated with me was from Maya Angelou: “We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” Her words remind us that transformation and growth are messy but undeniably beautiful, and reading this felt like a gentle nudge to embrace my own imperfect journey. It’s clear that Welton put thought into curating quotes that are both timeless and relatable. The theme of courage stood out strongly throughout the book, particularly in the section featuring Harriet Tubman’s quote, “Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.” I couldn’t help but feel a surge of admiration for Tubman, knowing her life was full of extraordinary risks for freedom. The simplicity of this quote belies the fierce, relentless determination she embodied. Quotes like this gave me goosebumps, and I lingered long after reading them.
The Little Book of Quotes by Women is a lovely little companion for anyone needing a daily dose of motivation. It’s a perfect gift for a friend, a thoughtful read to start your mornings, or a quick reference when you’re searching for the right words to uplift someone. While it may not offer the depth of a biography, it delivers powerful sentiments in a bite-sized format that’s both approachable and heartening. Anyone who loves collecting words of wisdom or admires the indelible mark women have left on history will find this book a gem worth revisiting.
Pages: 140 | ASIN : B0DHFYT7WC
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