ALL VISIONS OF BLIND LOVE peers into the lives of 25 very different people across the globe, each on his or her own journey of blind love, whether good or bad. There are visions of ecstasy, romance, innocence, body, and soul. Much like an album of blues music, some stories are cautionary tales, some are odes to deep, authentic love, and some speak to the strength of the human spirit, rising up after the misplaced faith in a lover. But hopefully all bring a catharsis, much desired. -- What distinguishes Cynthia Benson's writing is its duality of being bold yet graceful. She bravely enters the most vulnerable places in her characters' minds and hearts, but she probes with a light (although penetrating) touch. Just about any reader should find something they can relate to in the universal truths brought to light in this collection of stories, which primarily examines the human condition through people's varied experiences with loving others. -- Brian Greene, freelance book reviewer for Macmillan Publishing and 25+ publications and award-winning short fiction writer. ALL VISIONS OF BLIND LOVE is nominated for the IPPY Award.

All Visions of Blind Love

Cynthia Benson

dragonfly press

When a photo shoot ends in tragedy, Kira discovers her best friend, Lydia, has been keeping a secret. Knowing the truth, and accepting it, will change Kira's life forever and thrust her into a world of ancient curses, magical objects, and savage enemies. What happens next will challenge everything Kira knows about her world, herself and the shape-shifting warrior she's falling in love with. No longer the timid mouse her mother accused her of being, but a woman who finds the mental and physical strength to endure and survive. BOUND is a heroic tale of true friendship, infinite sacrifice and untamed love.  Be sure to pick up the 2nd book in The Crystor Series, BROKEN. Available now!

Bound: THE CRYSTOR Series

Romance

Bryant, C.K.

Paranormal

Using interviews and personal experience, A Common Man introduces the reader to two unique men. A Common Man explores Lakota Sioux Spirituality and Religion in their own words and experiences. Sidney Keith was a Lakota Spiritual Leader and Holy Man for twenty seven years. He brought the sacred Sun Dance back to the Cheyenne River Reservation in South Dakota where it had been illegal to practice their own religion. Melvin Miner was also a respected civic leader of the Lakota Sioux. In his journey through life he was an artist, a Sun Dancer and follower of the Sacred Pipe. Spiritually our Lakota culture is not dead, it still goes on. This is a gift that we were given as a people and a gift that Sidney Keith was given. Sidney reached a lot of people, hundreds maybe thousands of people throughout his life. By creating this book and describing some of the events that took place, our religion can be shared with people who are interested in learning more about our culture. Some of these stories are what some of the people would call miracles; we just call them spiritual happenings. Through Sidney’s twenty seven years as a spiritual leader helping people, he has made a big difference and can be used as an example as a teacher to our people, to other tribes and to other nations.-Melvin Miner Before the Calf Pipe Woman, the Indians, they lived right. There was no alcohol. There were no bars. They knew that something made them and they looked at everything and said, “Somebody made all this around us. The animals, how come they got four legs? How come they got horns and we don’t?” They figured it out that there was something more powerful than they were that did all this. So they prayed to Him, and the first Sun Dance was originated.- Sidney Keith

A Common Man (Ikce Wicasa) Modern Lakota Spirituality and Practice: Words and Wisdom from Sidney Keith and Melvin Miner

Biographies & Memoirs

Thomas, Kevin

Community & Culture

Using interviews and personal experience, A Common Man explores Lakota Sioux Spirituality and Religion. Sidney Keith was a Lakota Spiritual Leader and Holy Man for twenty seven years. He brought the sacred Sun Dance back to the Cheyenne River Reservation in South Dakota. Melvin Miner was also a respected leader of the Lakota Sioux. In his journey through life he was a Sun Dancer and follower of the Sacred Pipe.Spiritually our Lakota culture is not dead, it still goes on. This is a gift that we were given as a people and a gift that Sidney Keith was given. Sidney reached a lot of people, hundreds maybe thousands of people throughout his life. By creating this book and describing some of the events that took place, our religion can be shared with people who are interested in learning more about our culture. Some of these stories are what some of the people would call miracles; we just call them spiritual happenings. Through Sidney's twenty seven years as a spiritual leader helping people, he has made a big difference and can be used as an example as a teacher to our people, to other tribes and to other nations.-Melvin MinerBefore the Calf Pipe Woman, the Indians, they lived right. There was no alcohol. There were no bars. They knew that something made them and they looked at everything and said, "Somebody made all this around us. The animals, how come they got four legs? How come they got horns and we don't?" They figured it out that there was something more powerful than they were that did all this. So they prayed to Him, and the first Sun Dance was originated.- Sidney Keith

A Common Man (Ikce Wicasa): Modern Lakota Spirituality and Practice

Therefore, imagine--: The works of Clemence Dane

DAVID WALDRON SMITHERS

Literature & Fiction

This idle trade: On doctors who were writers

A history of Knockholt in the county of Kent

History

Smithers, David Waldron

Europe

This is the first recording of Bruce Di Marsico to be released by his widow, Deborah Mendel. Bruce created the Option Method in 1970. In this live recording taped in New York in April 1973, he shares his Method and the philosophy behind it. Discover the real Bruce Di Marsico; not fictional, not mysterious nor elusive, but rather a most kind and gentle man. Bruce explains in his own words how this simple self-help tool can free us from our self-imposed suffering. He demonstrates through stories and real life examples, how what we believe creates what we feel. Bruce gently and clearly discusses his Option Method questions. He reveals how these questions can help us uncover and let go of the judgments and beliefs that seem to stand in the way of our happiness. Approx. 35 minutes.

Bruce Di Marsico Presents the Option Method

Bruce Di Marsico

Bruce M. Di Marsico

Health, Fitness & Dieting

We are pleased to announce the release of the first published works of Bruce M. Di Marsico. During his lifetime Bruce's students frequently asked him to write a book. Bruce, it seemed, was much happier devoting his time to writing for his lectures and classes and spending time with his students. He never did get around to publishing a book himself, but he left us with a wealth of material to work with. In this book there is something for everyone, those who had the opportunity to know him and especially those who had not. "The Principles and Philosophy of The Option Method" is the first book of his writings ever published. It encapsulates his entire philosophy. His widow, Deborah Mendel, has put together his most succinct work, writings that he had evolved and refined over the thirty some odd years he shared Option with us. This book will not only help us individually to understand his Option Method and its principles, but provides a key tool in sharing Option with others. Whether exploring Option with friends or in ones own Option Method workshops or practice, this book is an invaluable guide. The Option Method is not about memorizing questions. It's about understanding why you are asking them. In this book Bruce explains the philosophy behind his Option Method Questions. Bruce explains how our beliefs affect our happiness. He describes the difference between wanting and needing. He sheds new light on the myriad forms our unhappiness can take while at the same time removing its mysteries. Finally he reveals how "...we cannot be bad for ourselves." This compact book is simple, inspirational and challenging. Readers and students at all levels of Option study will have fun exploring Bruce's ideas in this book.

The Principles and Philosophy of the Option Method

Self-Help

Marsico, Bruce M. Di

Happiness

Bruce Di Marsico developed and created the Option Method over thirty-six years ago. The Option Method is a self help tool; a unique and very powerful way of questioning beliefs that allows for profound and instantaneous transformation. Unlock Your Happiness With Five Simple Questions The Option Method contains Bruce Di Marsico s most succinct work; writings that he had evolved and refined over the thirty years he shared his Option Method with us. In this book there is something for everyone, those who had the opportunity to know him and especially those who had not. It encapsulates his entire philosophy and is based on material he wrote near the end of his life. This book will not only help us individually to understand his Option Method and its principles, but provides a key tool in sharing Option with others. Whether exploring Option with friends or in ones own Option Method workshops or practice, this book is an invaluable guide. Bruce explains the philosophy behind his Option Method Questions. He shows us how our beliefs affect our happiness. He describes the difference between wanting and needing. He sheds new light on the myriad forms our unhappiness can take while at the same time removing its mysteries. Finally he reveals how ...we cannot be bad for ourselves . This compact book is simple, inspirational and challenging. Readers and students at all levels of Option study with have fun exploring Bruce s ideas in this book. This book was previously published under the title "The Principles and Philosophy of The Option Method"

Unlock Your Happiness With Five Simple Questions The Option Method

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