Joan Bryden's Turn of the Page

Kevin Peeples Author of "The Backsliding Child of God-Overcoming & Defeating the Enemy"

Speaking with author Kevin Peeples was like attending an invigorating church service!  His personal story takes you on a journey you may never want to experience but experience it you do.  It was a book I didn't want to put down mostly because I found it hard to believe. He writes about demons, visions, and that God spoke directly to him.

But, I did and do believe Kevin is telling the truth and has facts to support his journey. Pick up a copy of "The Backsliding Child of God..." you'll be glad you did.

  

Charles Alongi author of "The United States,Vietnam, And Our Abusers/Monsters/Traitors

Speaking with author Charles Alongi was a very hard interview to do...before I even began the conversation I found myself wanting to appologize for all the terrible people in his life.  Those that I feel were evil but like his wife who said, "they will be punished" I too agree.  How any one human being could live through the toture he endured as a young child in the foster care system and then to expertience that which he did throughout his time serving in the military, I don't know how he did it.  I am glad he did and that he took the opportunity to write his book, "The United States..." and in doing so as one of those who read it understands how painful it must have been for him to relive the pain and sorrow.  I honor Charlie and wish him a long, healthy and loving life!  

 

Janice Stanger Ph.D. - "The Perfect Formula Diet"

It all makes sense to me now!  How the food chain works, our role in our own health, and the science behind it!  Speaking with Janice Stanger author of "The Perfect Formula Diet" was one of those times in my life that a very "large" light bulb went off!  In Dr. Stanger's book she walks you through step by step information to help us in our quest to live a healthier life.  Often we are given the information or the latest fad but not the science to stand behind it...Not so in "The Perfect Formula Diet"  pick up a copy or download a copy and join me in "living" this life each and every day to its fullest!

 

 

 

Susan Hagen and Mary Carouba Authors of Women At Ground Zero

Speaking with author Mary Carouba reminded me of how much work is yet to be done regarding the recognition of the roles women play in today's society!  In the book Women At Ground Zero  we hear from the courageous women that saved many of lives on September 11, 2001 and give thanks to those who gave their lives as well.  There are 30 intimate stories from these women in their own words that up until the time that the authors met with them their voices had not been heard.  Little recognition for their acts of heroism  had been given to the female police officers, Port Authority, EMS, and fire fighters.  This is a book that that not only our daughters, sisters and mothers should read but also for all our sons as well.  I could not just read one story before putting Women At Ground Zero down... I had to read them all and from my heart I needed to thank them all as well.

Deborah Scroggins Author of Wanted Women Faith, Lies & The War on Terror: The Lives of Ayaan Hirsi Ali & Aafia Siddiqui

As it is with all my conversations with the "Turn of the Page" authors, it was an honor. Speaking with award-winning journalist Deborah Scroggins I found myself often speachless and in awe of her work as a journalist and certainly of a woman who seeks out people and places most would fear.  Deborah said she feels the need to educated herself as well as those willing to learn about "The War on Terror."  Her latest book: "Wanted Women..." delves into the lives of two well educated, and fasinaing Muslim women; Ayaan Hirsi Ali, Somali-born former member of the Dutch Parliament and an author of an an internatioanl bestselling book herself, "Infidel" and Aafia Siddiqui, Pakistanian woman educated in the US at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and was regarded as one of the CIA most dangerous terrorist in the world for her involvement with al-Qaeda and marriage to one of the 9/11 plotters.

"Wanted Women Faith,Lies & The War On Terror:..." is not only educational but a real thriller!

 

Laura J. Danielson - Co-Editor and Introduction of Green Card Stories

Laura is not only the chair of the Immigration Department at Fredikson & Byron ,P.A. but has now co-edited and written the introduction of a must read book titled " Green Card Stories."  As Laura has stated in the book, " Talk show hosts and radio shock jocks making their living by stoking people's fears, and people who come from foreign countries with different ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds are a natural target. These negative voices reinforce a wide range of prejudices and stereotypes. They do not , however, tell us anything about who these new immigrants really are, how they live their lives in the United States and what social and cultural contributions they make to American life."  I am proud to say that as a radio host I'm not one of those.  If it weren't for my grandfathers from Italy and Ireland and grandmothers from Russia and Germany, I would never had the opportunity to live my life her in America. With over 50 profiles of today's immigrants you as the reader will get a snapshot of these amazing individuals along with beautiful photography and heartfelt quotes.  Personally I think "Green Card Stories" is a book that should be in all of our homes.  An education we must not miss.

 

Choon-Ok (Jade Harmon) & Ana Maria Rodriguez authors of "The Iron Butterfly" Memoir of a Martial Arts Master

"America...where women's dreams could come true." Master Choon-Ok Harmon 9th Dahn

Not being able to fulfill my dreams has never crossed my mind. My parents taught me to work hard, and anything can happen. Not so in other countries - at least not for a woman. After reading "The Iron Butterfly," I realized how this freedom is often taken for granted. But not in the case of Master Choon-Ok Harmon.  She grew up in Korea where she fought to come into this world. Not appreciated for being a female by her father, she found her strength and made her dreams come true.  With the commitment she made at the young age of twelve to Kuk Sool Won (Korean Martial Arts System)  the example set by her mother and the love of a man from the West she made her life a success and an example to other women young and old. "Iron Butterfly" takes you on a very personal journey of a young woman, from harsh living conditions to finding and holding her own in this world. Her mother, who fed her seven children by being a Haenyo (A Sea Woman) diving into the dark, cold ocean waters at night to gather seaweed and any form of food was her example says Choon-Ok.

 My conversation with Choon-Ok, her husband Master Barry Harmon and co-author Ana Maria Rodriguez  was indeed a pleasure and an honor.  Choon-Ok, a soft spoken, elegant woman should not be mistaken for anything less than a master of her art.   

 

Richard Louv - "Last Child in the Woods"

 

 

I had the great opportunity to speak with author Richard Louv thanks to Mary Warren from  Magee Marsh Wildlife Area and Rebecca Hinkle from the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Association!  They told me about the enlightening work Richard has been doing, moving parents and children to "go out doors" and discover our world ...before we become completely detached and lost.  I thought I appreciated my life outside wholeheartedly but now I understand and appreciate so much more!  Every parent, grandparent, teacher and child needs to read "The Last Child in The Woods" - take a listen!

Tommy Hawkins - "Life's Reflections: Poetry for the People"

 

What can I say, I spoke to an American hero today when I spoke to author Tommy Hawkins!  He is what many of us want to become in this life...spirit filled, motivational, a mentor to both young and old and Tommy's glass is "always full!"  Listen in and tell me you don't agree!

Paul Metsa author of "Blue Guitar Highway"

 

I have always wondered about the musician playing in a crowed bar where everyone is either shouting or had a bit too much libation.  I wondered how they, the musician kept going and why?  What drove them or gave them the fortitude to keep going?  Speaking with author Paul Metsa answered those questions as he took me and I hope you the listener on a musical journey across America.  Paul will be the first to say he may have  made some challenging lifestyle choices but never forgot his love of family, friends and music.  He is an amazing author with an exciting look behind the scenes of the music industry.He say's he's been accused of name dropping but I felt as I read "Blue Guitar Highway" that he is interested in human nature and of course...music.  Paul openly shares his love of life with the reader and if you're a baby bummer like I am you're going to reminisce and enjoy this adventure also!  Check out Paul's website and listen to his music, he's one special man!  www.blueguitarhighway.com  www.paulmetsa.com