Success through Reading

WHEN LIFE IS TOUGH AND GETS TOO MUCH
WATCH WHO YOU TURN TO FOR HELP!

Often wondered what it would be like to look after yourself and your family?

Meet Lena...A young feisty woman who's Mum, Fran, has relied upon most of her life.
Meet Fran...An alcohol dependent Mum whose life is going from bad to worse when she is forced to live with chronic pain and all that it entails!

Lena has not had the best upbringing, with both of her parents alcoholics, she is left to care for herself and her two young brothers. One night her parents drinking turns into another fight with life changing consequences for them all!
In their hour of need they turn to the only person they can, which brings family secrets, once thought buried, to the surface.

Now Lena and her family find themselves embroiled in drug dealings and jealousy, with dangerous outcomes for them all!

Lena thought her life was hard before asking for help, now it's turned upside down. It turns out the person who is meant to be helping could be making their life worse!

The only certainty is that Lena's life will never be the same!

Ever wondered what it's like to hit the refresh button on life and land in a whole new world of awesomeness? That's my tale – from scraping by to thriving in a place so perfect, it feels like I stumbled into a better version of reality, snagging that elusive Zen along the way.

Imagine packing up your life and your nine-year-old sidekick with nothing but a few bucks and a bucketful of bravery, ready to conquer unknown territories without a roadmap. That's me, switching careers on a whim and single-handedly steering my ship through life's hurricanes.

Why Ireland, you ask? Because that's where the magic happened – where I found the missing pieces of my puzzle. Life's never been a walk in the park for me. My stories? They're like roller coasters – never dull, always a twist waiting around the bend. And boy, do I like to keep things moving!

Going solo's my style, but when push comes to shove, I've got a handful of golden friends who've got my back. Yet, I'm all about facing challenges head-on, all by myself. And guess what? It works.

My bestie says drop me on an ice floe, and I'd not only survive, I'd come back throwing a party. She's not wrong. I'm the roach of resilience – but like, in a cute way. Ready to dive into my world of whirlwind changes, unexpected joys, and the pursuit of my personal Zen? Let's roll!

I was born in February 1972, in Bucharest, Romania. Like any ordinary child, I played and laughed—I just couldn't walk. Both my brother and I were diagnosed with a congenital degenerative neuromuscular disease that could not be treated. We were home-schooled, with support from classmates and teachers who came from time to time to test us. I was in love with Romanian and English language and literature, I listened to lots of music, I read and wrote.

I have always been a self-taught person, thoroughly studying what I enjoyed and wanted to have for keeps!

I later became the Fan Club president of one of Romania's leading singers. My world began to open up and I began to use the talents I thus found out I had.

In 2008 I chose to live in another country, and during the COVID-19 pandemic period, I wrote this book.

"If You Can't Walk, Try Flying" is a book about my life in Romania, dedicated to those who wake up in the morning without hope, without the willpower to try harder and enjoy what life has to offer!

Learn to grow wings—each of us is born to fly!

Brother and sister soulmates Jon Karl and Summer Odom, orphaned at an early age and thrust into the human comedy of a small southern town, must survive a variety of predators, especially a sociopathic barber who abducts Jon Karl, forcing Summer to access a surprising inner strength that changes both their lives.

After the death of their mother, Maryrell, Jon Karl and Summer Odom are raised in the town of Douvale by their grandmother, Mildra, whose boss, Spruill Dawes, steps into the role of surrogate father. Jon Karl befriends his son Millard. Jon Karl, sexually precocious, finds himself increasingly humiliated by the ravenousness of Douvale women and yearns for a hermit life while mythologizing the few women he likes to think actually loved him. Summer attracts oddball boys which sends her through a series of ill-suited males and strange jobs.

Complications arise when Balch, a local barber, becomes obsessed with Jon Karl, and even more arise when Jon Karl catches the eye of Vance, a young strip club owner and porn filmmaker. Then, when Jon Karl gets into an ill-advised cannabis-growing scheme, he leaves himself vulnerable to blackmail by Vance. Things get worse when Jon Karl is sentenced to the for-profit Baptist correction center run by Spruill’s hated rival, PruetEchols, and he finds Balch working there. One day, Summer’s intuition of something wrong sends her, Spruill, and the sheriff into a ghastly scene and a dangerous rescue of Jon Karl. Jon Karl is released to pursue at last the life he longs for, but becomes increasingly seduced by the strange energy of an abandoned roadside house and the oddly familiar portal it seems to offer. Summer has uneasy premonitions about the house, and with the legacy of a young son from one of her earlier boyfriends, and at last a promising relationship with the latest, survives.

"Unified Hearts: Proven Strategies for Cultivating Lasting Marital Harmony in Blended Families" delves deeply into the art and science of nurturing a successful blended family. This insightful book unpacks the complexity of merging families, offering a rich tapestry of strategies, from effective communication and conflict resolution to emotional support and financial management. It emphasizes the importance of empathy, patience, and unconditional love in overcoming challenges and celebrates the joy of creating a united, supportive family environment. With expert advice, engaging exercises, and heartwarming success stories, "Unified Hearts" is an indispensable resource for couples seeking to build a strong foundation for their blended family, ensuring every member feels valued, understood, and integrated into the family dynamic.

THIS IS AN UNTOLD FAIRY TALE

In “Aladdin and the Bad Owl” get ready for a whirlwind adventure alongside Aladdin and his trusty friend Jiinn! As they race against time to foil the wicked plans of the mischievous owl and  the villainous wizard Jafar, you will be swept away by thrilling encounters with monstrous creature and daring escapes. But it's not just about action and magic; this story is also a heartwarming tale of friendship and bravery.

And guess what? A surprise at the end of the book will surely delight your children.

Jade thought she knew her younger sister Skylar who was an ER nurse. But when Skylar goes missing and is later found murdered, Jade learns Skylar had a secret life as a high-priced escort. Police discover Skylar had a large bank account, designer clothing and handbags, blonde wigs, and influential rich clients that she meets at two of the city's most high-class hotels.

Detectives Mark Ross and Al Shapiro are now investigating a murder case, rather than a missing person. The investigation leads them to two influential persons of interest and a second murder. The case takes a turn when DNA genetic markers are matched, and a paternity test reveals hidden secrets from long ago.

During the investigation, there is no mistaking the sexual attraction between Detective Ross and Jade Rose. Detective Ross knows he needs to keep it professional, and he has his own commitment issues, however it's becoming harder and harder to stay away from Jade. He’s never met a woman like her. He can’t get enough of her. As their relationship sizzles, a killer has his sights and rage focused on Jade. Ross is working against the clock to save the woman he loves.

The Haunting of Hill House meets The Lovely Bones in this evocative and mind-bending psychological thriller following three teen girls solving a treacherous murder.

Nobody believes sixteen-year-old Lila Sadler, who was diagnosed with bipolar disorder that her sister is possessed by the ghost of Kate Watkins. As Rose's health worsens each day, the only way to save her is to uncover the awful truth of Katy's death so many years ago.

And nobody knows what happened to Katy on October 31, 1925. Not even Katy. Unaware that she was murdered, Katy has wandered for a hundred years in complete ignorance, until the day she meets Rose and Lila.

Together Lila, Rose, and Katy must confront their demons to escape. But to escape they must forgive the unforgivable.

"Plenty of spooky goodness...action packed...you'll puzzle over mysterious messages and try to put the pieces together with every turn of the page." - Geeking-By.net