GAB TALKS

As a former Fortune 50 executive and clinical psychotherapist, Rapid Transformational Therapy Practitioner, Reiki Master, and Certified High Performance Coach, Jeanine Thompson introduces us to seven key spiritual principles—The Soul Solution—that empower us to answer the call from our Soul.

Thirty-nine interpretations of one word: detachment. Every two years, Fault Zone editors challenge writers to stretch their imaginations in response to a single-word spark. This year, "detachment" has drawn forth a fascinating array of fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry. You'll find intriguing science fiction, laugh-out-loud humor, and thought-provoking stories drawn from real...

"A must-read for anyone aspiring to lead in today's complex business environment" - Dan P. In a post-pandemic world where adaptability, empathy, and human connection have become more important than ever, Dr. Nash's message is both timely and timeless. Be Human, Lead Human addresses a central issue facing contemporary workplaces: the urgent need for human-centric leadership that f...

DiBarone's discusses his Botheration series. Although there are elements of adventure and science-fiction, his books address universal adolescent issues such as friendship, first love, and bullying. “I want to share with readers that they are not alone,” DiBarone says. “We all have the same problems."

A Distinguished Favorite in the Motivation category for the Independent Press Award. With 20 years of working in America's emergency rooms & 22 years of military service, Dr. (Colonel) McConkey combines lessons of leadership and poignant examples of how to move Americans forward. His book encourages a national dialogue on the importance of motivating all Americans to be the weight behind t...

Exploring Wine Regions - California Central Coast by Michael C. Higgins, PhD Independent Press Award 2024 Winner in Coffee-table Book; Gift Books; and Travel categories Michael C. Higgins, author, publisher, pilot, and guide discusses his latest Exploring Wine Regions book in the award-winning series – California Central Coast, now exploring lesser-known areas of California’s wine regions where to...

A hauntingly true tale, embarks on a 21-year journey alongside Jane, a budding scholar. Through her PhD research on the literary giants T.S. Eliot and Ezra Pound, a shocking discovery unravels: her grandmother's hidden affair with another titan of American Modernism, William Carlos Williams.

A 2024 Independent Press Award Distinguished Favorite recipient This uplifting and beautifully illustrated story is a catalyst for important discussions with children and adults about respect, kindness, and acceptance. We all possess unique skills and talents and have the power to make real positive change. Author Etty Burk, an organizational psychologist who works with teams and organizations, de...

Michael Dow updates us on his ambitious publishing program. 2024 Independent Press Award: The Nurse Florence® book series provides quality medical information for children. Dow says by introducing young kids to correct terminology and science concepts, we can increase our children’s health literacy level and even prepare them for courses and jobs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.

Barbara Lane speaks with the GAB TALKS about 11 sisters who navigated through a childhood filled with abuse, neglect, and separation in the foster care system.

Bapis shares her five plus years collaboration with Valter, on this beautifully illustrated coffee-table book, wonderful historical context and prose, and includes over 50 recipes. Bapis collaboration with Valter involved "typing" while he talks, paying close attention, and keeping his animated voice alive throughout the pages of this book. She has combined her training in cultural histo...

INCLUSION IN THE OFFICE “Well researched and written, Reed’s work is a ‘call to arms’ for males trying to make sense of the #MeToo movement. Bravo!” —William Carmichael, PhD, MBA, Corporate Training Leader “Packed with quality interviews, quotes, and Reed’s real-life experience, making this book come to life. In addition, the chapter questions and change management application make it a driver of...

“Emerging From the Dark: Stroke...The Untold Stories,” by Terence Ang, is a collection of illustrated stories of people in all stages of stroke recovery. Ang, who himself has experienced a stroke, highlights post-stroke life in an interesting, unique, and powerful way. A stroke survivor himself, Ang’s right hand no longer functions like it used to, and using it is painful and agonizing. This is hi...

Cybercrime is a sad, ever-developing reality of our digital lives. Cybercriminals are ruthless and know how to use persuasion and manipulation to get what they want. We are all in danger of falling victim to their tricks, which can lead to serious consequences for our business, our family and ourselves. This book aims to prepare you to defend yourself against the tactics cybercriminals use, and gi...

Bequette has penned another riveting thriller "A Long Time Dead" that rewards the reader with a signature twist at the finale. A decade ago, it had been unthinkable when Joe Turner's life-long friend, Owen Prescott, was charged with a grisly murder. Then Owen disappeared, leaving behind a brilliant career and budding romance to live as a fugitive from justice. Now, haunted by the mem...

“A resilient coming-of-age story … The author includes emotional, compelling scenes with every character, as each one has been dealt a vastly different hand of cards. … It feels very down-to-earth and includes necessary comical moments throughout. I did not know much about the events or places in this book before, but after finishing it and doing a little extra curiosity research, I’m thankful to...

Why is the right to life so important? Stephen P. Fish, author of A Call to Reform, reframes the conversation to focus on the why. See more at https://www.independentpressaward.com/acalltoreform or www. ACalltoReform.com AND subscribe to our YouTube Channel, the Independent Press Award YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/c/IndependentPressAwardSpringNYCBigBookAwardFall GAB TALKS full interview: ht...

For 45 years, Lee Woodman successfully helped bring the world of art and literary arts to America. Her award-winning television and radio production work with the Smithsonian Institution and The Library of Congress – and her collaboration with Hollywood studios DreamWorks, Showtime, and Columbia Pictures -- has reached millions of people. Lee is a poet and arts lover. Known as the SCAPES poet, her...

Incident at San Miguel: release date: May 19th Havana, Cuba. December 1958. Two brothers find themselves on opposite sides of Castro’s revolution. One dark night, after rescuing a leader of the revolt under house arrest, one brother finds himself hunted. The other, an influential attorney, must make a choice. Help his brother, placing the whole family at risk, or let Batista’s forces capture him....

Is Title 42 going to end? With the end of the national emergency that the U.S. government declared for the COVID-19 pandemic, May 11 is set to be the final day for the so-called “Title 42” policy at the U.S.-Mexico border. Stephen P. Fish, author of A Call to Reform, shares his thoughts on immigration reform, and believes it's time to discuss a solution. A Call To Reform: Sustaining America&#3...

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Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Steve Procko, author of Rebel Correspondent Rebel Correspondent by Steve Procko is the true story of a young man who joined the Confederate army just days after his eighteenth birthday and served bravely for over two-and-a-half years until the war ended. Wounded twice, he emerged a changed person. But he wasn’t just a returning veteran; he was also a writer....

A member of Mystery Writers of America. Shelly has had an illustrious career. He speaks about his book "Shadow of a Gypsy," and shares insight into his writing craft. About the Author Shelly Frome is a member of Mystery Writers of America. In addition to numerous works of Fiction and Nonfiction, Shelly is a professor of dramatic arts emeritus at the University of Connecticut, a former pr...

Pablo is a little boy that loves to draw and paint and his mother introduces him to a painter that teaches young Pablo how to become a great painter. The story starts in his village and follows Pablo to the Carnival and beyond. Subscribe to the NYC Big Book Award & Independent Press Award YouTube Channel http://youtube.com/c/IndependentPressAwardSpringNYCBigBookAwardFall Read our magazine, Ind...

How do you make the word Polymicrogyria less intimidating and understandable? Michael Dow, RN, MS, MHA, MSM, a nurse himself, feels sometimes only a nurse can bridge the gap from technical medical information to a level of understanding that any ordinary person can grasp. The importance of Dow's work is that the  Nurse Florence®  book series provides high quality medical information in an easy...