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As imperfect human beings, we often face ethical and moral challenges as we relate with others on a daily basis, be it with our office mates, our Facebook friends, or our best friend since grade school. In a riveting and insightful tour of the meaning and purpose of connection, Matousek draws from personal experience, interviews, and letters from readers to provide a reservoir rich in wisdom about friendship, commitment, honesty, greed, jealousy, loyalty, competition, imitation, abandonment, and reconciliation. In twenty-four succinct essays, each followed by thought-provoking questions, he examines a plethora of moral dilemmas. Backed by scientific evidence, interviews with experts, philosophical teachings, and psychological insight, Ethical Wisdom For Friends is a simple, edifying, and entertaining look at these concepts for everyday seekers who are more interested in hands-on advice than abstract information.
Addiction changes people. You don’t need to be human to see that. “The Addiction Monster and the Square Cat” is a children’s novel of addiction told from the perspective of the family cat. Ten years ago, Sheryl McGinnis lost her son to drug addiction, and now crafts a story aimed at young readers to warn them against the dangers in a way that will appeal to them as both entertainment and lesson. “The Addiction Monster and the Square Cat” is a fine read for late elementary school readers. ~ Midwest Book Review
MAIN STREET VEGAN There are a lot of good things I can say about Victoria Moran and her most recent book, but I’ll start with what I appreciate most: this amazingly eloquent, intelligent, and inspiring educator, author and woman dedicated this book to the animals – those she has “known by name and to those who have no names.” That should tell you a bit about her character. The rest of the book will tell you about her passion, her insight, and her creativity. Main Street Vegan is a rarity among “vegan-oriented” books in that it is perfectly and aptly targeted to both vegans and nonvegans alike. This is no small feat. Imagine how difficult it must be for an author with as important a moral message as compassion for all living beings to reach those who have already begun to make the connection between the animals and the food on their plates, as well as those who are only just beginning to consider that such a connection exists, let alone matters. It is an astounding effort, and one that for Ms. Moran, has paid off exponentially. This is a book for the masses. It offers a well-researched and well-documented account of navigating the all-too-often muddy waters of living a compassionate, vegan lifestyle (and all that encompasses) in a world that can be undeniably and staggeringly cruel. Reviewed by Erica Settino
THE KARMA CHOW
ULTIMATE COOKBOOK The more than 7 million vegetarians and 3 million vegans in the United States alone are proving that chowing down on planet-friendly fare not only helps them look and feel better, but it can be delicious too. Karma Chow creator and celebrity chef Melissa Costello shares an exciting collection of 125+ recipes that will be a welcome addition for anyone already following a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle or for the growing number of people embracing more plant-based meals. With her “keep it simple” and “make it tasty” approach, she offers a smorgasbord of dairy-free and animal-free appetizers and desserts, breakfasts, and dinners, as well as holiday and company worthy menus. Recipes include: Karma Burgers with Chipotle “Mayo,” Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Korean- Style Tempeh Tacos with Red Dijon Slaw, Enchilada Casserole with Ranchero Sauce, Artichoke and White Bean Dip, Pad Thai in Peanut Coconut Sauce, Indian Spiced Coconut Yam Soup, Chili Sweet Potato Fries, Un-Shepherd’s Pie, Strawberry Crème Mousse with Pistachio Nut Topping, Apple/Pear Crisp and Brownie Bites. The Karma Chow Ultimate Cookbook shows anyone how to reconnect with their food and honor it as Earth’s source for keeping us alive.
Upon completing the
steps of grounding
and meditation, you
will be able to “read”
others. “Two Clocks”
is a reading technique
used to identify points
of connection and
distraction within
another’s spiritual and
physical bodies. The
goal is to bring both
spiritual and physical
bodies closer to each
other, enabling one
to be more aware of
the events in one’s
daily life. Although,
the practice of
clairvoyance is not
“accepted” in the world
of science; several
professional athletes
and entrepreneurs
have achieved success
using simple techniques
of imagination and
visualization. The
Clairvoyant Practitioner is exercise for the mind;
learn to get in tune
with your body – and
the conscious and
subconscious mind.
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ETHICAL WISDOM FOR FRIENDS:
How to Navigate Life’s Most
Complicated, Curious, and
Common Relationship Dilemmas
THE ADDICTION MONSTER
AND THE SQUARE CAT
THE CLAIRVOYANT PRACTITIONER:
A Simple Guide to Developing Your Clairvoyant Abilities