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Self-Publishing Book Review of the Week

Self-published Book Review of the Week: The Science of Life

The Science of Life
Ronnie Lee
9781432758639 $34.95

Some things in life can’t be quantified by numbers. “The Science of Life: Philosophical Equations of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Religion” is a discussion that seeks to blend science with philosophy and religion, with a unique format from Ronnie Lee, a Chinese poet and philosopher. Giving readers a lot to ponder and think about and discussing major scientific breakthroughs and discoveries, done in a poetic style, “The Science of Life” is a unique experience that will be hard to match.

Susan Bethany
Reviewer

This Book Of Science is a unique volume of poetry full of scientific equations to understand fundamental scientific values of today such as quantum entanglement, gravity, relativity, string theory, genetics and even the origin of life. From Newton to Einstein to Bohr to Schrodinger, this book covers a history of physics, to uncover, inspire and unravel new laws of science to allow the past generation to be understood by the new and future generations to come. The information age has allowed a Golden Age of Science to begin and this book is a fundamental research log for the start of the new era of quantum mechanics, nanotechnology and space exploration. It attempts to align everything in science towards an orderly, easy and efficient method of deduction for a grand unfied theory and a practical logic to make science a success for society to reach its goals and ambitions for wealth, profit and worth. It attempts to unite the laws of life in the simplest way possible; through the heart and mind of a philosopher.

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Self-publishing Book Review of the Week: Devil Dogs and Banana Slugs


Devil Dogs and Banana Slugs
Devil Dogs & Banana Slugs
by Will Selling
9781432752383, $18.95

At the forefront of a protest usually lies the disciples of academia. “Devil Dogs & Banana Slugs: Cultural Battles Between the University and the Military” is a personal recollection of one Desert Storm Veteran’s own account of his experiences with both sides of the coin. While academia emphasizes individuality, the military pushes unity, and these meet an obvious conflict. “Devil Dogs & Banana Slugs” is a fascinating read, highly recommended.

Michael Dunford
Reviewer



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Show me a book review that’s NOT a paid review

History has proven that reviews can add a powerful contribution, even a cornerstone contribution, to book marketing campaigns – even bad reviews. Some specific titles come to mind. The opposite of love isn’t hate, after all. Be wary of apathy.

But with the astronomical flood of new books on the market in print and digital form, the book review process has been forced to adapt, and the most pronounced – at least talked about – form emerged as what we know as paid review services.

Paid review services have taken on criticism, even labeled unethical. But aren’t all reviews paid reviews? The last time I checked the New York Times wasn’t a 501c3. Someone is getting paid to tell us what we should be reading – a trusted source we’ve looked to for cultural and media role-modeling.

Esquire’s Stephen Marche may be a bit bold in his claim that, “written criticism — literary, music, and movie reviews by trained professionals — has never been less relevant.” But there is something to be said about here. Technology in our new “Attention Age” has changed the way we gain access to valuable information and will never go back.

Regardless of our opinions, it’s unlikely that paid reviews will be going anywhere anytime soon. And like traditional book reviews, the longer they are around the more credible they’ll become as the collective acceptance develops, especially among emerging micro-niche online social networks.

For the publishing author, ask your self-publishing service provider about review submission services for your book – they can often offer prices lower than going directly through the service provider, and handle the leg-work for you.



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Self-Publishing Book Review of the Week

Self-published book review of the week



Top 5 Questions to Ask Your Doctor
Jim Sutton & Sagar Nigwekar
9781432758264, $12.95

It’s your body; you should know what’s going on. “Top 5 Questions to Ask Your Doctor” is a guide to five questions that should be asked of your doctor when you receive a diagnosis of a certain condition. Every person is different and every person has their own personal physician to help them face these problems, and knowing the right questions to ask is a key element in empowering one’s own health and taking charge. “Top 5 Questions to Ask Your Doctor” is a read that shouldn’t be missed.

Self-Publishing Book Review of the Week

Self-published Book Review of the Week: “Rolling with the Punches”

Rolling with the Punches
Rolling with the Punches
Jamie Kerrick
(2010) ISBN 9781423754471
Reviewed by Carol Hoyer, PhD, for Reader Views

Living in a small town in Kentucky, Joey Douglas always knew he was different, but he just couldn’t explain it. When he tried to talk about his confusion, his dad always said “Roll with the punches.” Joey didn’t even know what that meant but he would soon find out. Joey always had a fascination with female movie starts and singers. He would pantomime them behind closed doors in his room. He felt he could really relate to these entertainers.

Readers will follow Joey as he learns to navigate the system and not tell anyone how he really feels. He’s looking for love in all the wrong places. After traveling to Europe to study and having the time of his life, he is now moving to New York. What a strange and exciting place. Here was a place where one could be openly gay, yet Joey still had difficulty coming out. He was lost. His family didn’t know what to do with him or how to help him, so they sent him to a priest- oh yes, the priest helped him okay- they were sexual together and then the priest acted like nothing happened which only confused Joey more. Alcohol was his redeemer and at least for a few minutes or hours it helped him forget. Yet those he knew and thought were his friends continued to use and abuse him

The author has great insight into what it is to be different, the disgust of others; the affection and the times you can’t even figure out where you fit into the world. His vivid descriptions of what goes on in Joey’s head are incredible. Readers will get the opportunity to see what it’s like to be gay in our character’s mind and how he uses comedy to avoid others paying attention to him. What I read between the lines is that regardless of your gender identity, everyone wants to be loved and love. Does it really make a difference who we love?

Joey’s dad, whom never understood him, was dying of cancer- Joey didn’t know what to say, but his dad finally said he “knew” and was proud of him. After his dad’s death Joey had to be there for his mom and his decision was to take her to movies and Broadway shows, an outlet for both.

From my psychological point of view, this was both humorous, yet very important. Do we ever really look at how someone feels or what their concerns are? We are so caught up in “us,” we don’t give others a second thought. I have discussed this book in my Psychology classes (college) since many of my students are GLB. All want to read it. I think all the general public needs to read “Rolling with the Punches” – walk in their shoes for just a few days and then see if you still feel the same.