#TheRomanovBrides by Clare McHugh William Morrow delves into captivating tale of two sisters from Grand Duchy of Hesse who married into Romanov royal family & altered history. Masterfully crafted with intrigue & mystery & rich historical context. Re 3/12/24 bestinhistoricalfiction.blogspot.com/2024/04/the-ro…

TRENDING INSPIRATION: “Have the courage to follow your heart and intuition.” #SteveJobs didn't care much about money. What he truly cared about was to be useful, to continually reinvent himself & the world around him. Penguin Kids biopurposeland.blogspot.com/2024/04/who-wa…

TRENDING INSPIRATION: Simplicity Means More Freedom. In 2013, Jose Mujica spoke at UN in NY, former revolutionary, past president & climate activist. He gets to core of problem & solutions but the problem is lack of true leadership in the world. Re 4/9/24 biopurposeland.blogspot.com/2024/04/jose-s…

TRENDING INSPIRATION: Be Generous. #MamiKing created a dish that became popular, and he shared it with those who couldn't afford it. His actions showed that the more he gave out, the more he received. Jacqueline Chio-Lauri 💕 MAMI KING on Apr. 2! Lerner Books Re 4/2/24 biopurposeland.blogspot.com/2024/04/mami-k…

TRENDING INSPIRATION: Whatever You Do, Do It With Passion. Izabela Czartoryska did everything with gusto. Her caring nature for preserving Polish culture led her to founding the first museum in Poland and one of the first in Europe. biopurposeland.blogspot.com/2024/03/what-e…

TRENDING INSPIRATION: Stand Up for Humanity Rights. Dalai Lama is an incredible spiritual figure, his character shines with dimensions of kindness, compassion, understanding, forgiving, & peaceful coexistence for which he’s been advocating his whole life. biopurposeland.blogspot.com/2024/03/who-is…

#FindingMargaretFuller by AllisonPataki Penguin Random House 🐧🏠📚 Pataki's masterful storytelling brings another captivating and enriching story of a trailblazing woman -Margaret Fuller - writer whose life and work left an indelible mark on history. Release 3/19/24 bestinhistoricalfiction.blogspot.com/2024/03/findin…

Thank you Bookmarked for Book Clubs for ARC of #TheThirteenthHusband by Greer Macallister based on real-life heiress Aimee Crocker. Her father’s sudden death bestowed her with ten million dollars... Seeing her parent’s business-like marriage, she craved romantic love... Entertaining read.

#ItsAllInYourHead by SANTIAGO is an inspirational book written by musical superstar who understood the power of YOU – believing in yourself. As soon as I started reading this book, it hit me like a rock that I wasn’t confident enough in my pursuit. The danger is self-doubt.

3/12/24 release #TheRomanovBrides by Clare McHugh William Morrow HarperCollins delves into captivating tale of two sisters from Grand Duchy of Hesse – small territory in western Germany – who married into the Romanov royal family and altered history. mysteryandsuspense.com/the-romanov-br…

3/12/24 release #ThePhoenixBride by Natasha Siegel Updates |THE PHOENIX BRIDE out now! Penguin Random House 🐧🏠📚 set in 17th c London, it unfolds the tale of two bereaved individuals, each grappling with feelings of powerlessness & a deep need to be heard. Captivating and poignant story. mysteryandsuspense.com/the-phoenix-br…

3/12/24 release #TheTriumphOfTheLions by Ma che è 'sta cosa? HarperVia HarperCollins intriguingly imagines the saga of the Florios of Sicily, owners of spice & wine co, constantly expending their business until financial disaster strikes... mysteryandsuspense.com/the-triumph-of…

3/12/24 release #AllOurYesterdays by Joel H. Morris G. P. Putnam's Sons set in early 11th c. Scotland, this story explores dynamics of two complex characters, Lady Macbeth & her son. The writing is accomplished & it’s a feast for those who enjoy literary writing. bestinhistoricalfiction.blogspot.com/2024/03/all-ou…

TRENDING INSPIRATION: Be Humble. Thaddeus Kosciuszko was Warrior on Two Continents fighting for independence of American Colonies & Poland. He was military genius who designed West Point & remained most humble human being. St. Martin's Press Alex Storozynski biopurposeland.blogspot.com/2024/03/the-pe…

INSPIRATION: Take Time to Listen to Another Person. In this touching story, author shares her own experience - be patient, which led her to being a person of written words rather than spoken. #TheRockInMyThroat by Kao Kalia Yang Lerner Books 3/5/24 re biopurposeland.blogspot.com/2024/03/the-ro…

“It is love that gives joy to happiness.” This spellbinding picture book biography for children (4-8 years) introduces them to one of the greatest poets & mystics. Rumi found inspiration in love & spread this message through his writing. NorthSouth Books biopurposeland.blogspot.com/2024/02/rumi-p…

“I can calculate the motion of heavenly bodies, but not the madness of people.” – Isaac Newton biopurposeland.blogspot.com/2024/01/isaac-…

2/27/24 release #ThePaintersDaughters by
Emily Howes Simon & Schuster
brings a fascinating story of two sisters who appear in many paintings of Thomas Gainsborough, renowned 18th century English painter. Richly imagined & written with outstanding prose. bestinhistoricalfiction.blogspot.com/2024/02/the-pa…

TRENDING INSPIRATION: Be Authentic. Stay true to yourself. #FridaKahlo - her colorful surroundings and supportive parents influenced her to become an original artist. DK Books US biopurposeland.blogspot.com/2024/02/the-me…

Thank you Henry Holt & Company for ARC of #APairOfWings by Carole Hopson which imagines the life story of pioneer aviatrix Bessie Coleman. Her performances earned her one of the nicknames of Daredevil. Fascinating story of remarkable woman; richly imagined and heartfelt. Release 8/20/24