“The Journey of One Determined Educator” by Dr. Michael Copeland

Dr. Michael Copeland has an incredible story. From struggling his way through high school all the while feeling inadequate compared to his siblings and parents, he ends up being a mentor to not just youth, but to future mentors of youth. “The Journey of One Determined Educator” shares this intellectual journey with readers as well as Dr. Copeland’s deepening understanding of the educational system and philosophy itself. … More “The Journey of One Determined Educator” by Dr. Michael Copeland

“Fresh Grown” by Andrea Kristin

“Fresh Grown: Essential Guide to Use, Store, and Make the Most of Your Vegetables,” is a comprehensive and practical guide that will provide readers with the knowledge and skills to learn how to make the most of their vegetable harvests. It is written and photographed by Andrea Kristin, whose family has their own organic vegetable farm. Andrea Kristin writes in a friendly manner which makes me feel like I am talking to a friend rather than reading an intimidating gardening book. In this amazing book she organizes over one hundred types of produce by roots, stems, leaves, bulbs, flowers, fruits, and seeds. … More “Fresh Grown” by Andrea Kristin

“Unlocking Your Child’s Potential” by Dr. Eugene D. Hayes

High school can be a particularly trying time, both for students and for their parents. Children nowadays face more pressure to perform. They’re not only expected to excel academically but they’re also enrolled in a multitude of activities – all to give them an edge when it comes to college applications. As parents, we’re in a privileged position to mentor and support our children in realizing their capabilities and achieving their goals. But how do we start? … More “Unlocking Your Child’s Potential” by Dr. Eugene D. Hayes

“How to Advocate for Your Child in Public Education” by Monika Ferenczy

There is little more that will cause stress in a person’s life than when they become a parent and begin raising a little one; however, once the child goes to school, situations could cause the parent to wonder if this is a close second. The education system may seem straightforward and forward-thinking from the outside, but when you dig further, you may find there to be some specific ways of doing things that are unfamiliar to others. … More “How to Advocate for Your Child in Public Education” by Monika Ferenczy

“Eye of the Cynic” by Gaurav Srivatchan

Let us be clear:  In Gaurav Srivatchan’s debut work “Eye of the Cynic,” he is not talking about the sort of cynic you run into in the break room at work, complaining about the evil bosses day after day.   No, he begins this book with a historical overview of philosophy, showing how the Stoicism favored by Socrates gave rise to Cynicism as described by Antisthenes.  This philosopher failed to win many fans with his own description of cynics, and eventually the word was corrupted by Diogenes and others, who stained it with an implication of licentiousness that plagues it to this day. … More “Eye of the Cynic” by Gaurav Srivatchan

“Brain to Bank” by Dorine Rivers, PhD, PMP

Say you have an idea for a product you are certain will change the world. What to do? You have two options: Post about it on social media and wait for someone to come along and steal that idea…OR…own that idea and use it to launch your career as an entrepreneur! Don’t know how to do that? Then look no further than Dorine Rivers’ book, “Brain to Bank: How to Get Your Idea Out of Your Head and Cash In.” This handy book is essential for every person contemplating their own business or product idea. It will give you the ins and outs of starting and running your business (along with exit strategies!), in addition to useful reference tools and advice from industry experts along the way. … More “Brain to Bank” by Dorine Rivers, PhD, PMP