Book Reviews

InnerSelf Magazine does not publish "negative" book reviews. If we would not recommend a book we just choose not to review that book. The world is already too judgmental and critical as it is, and much less, different books appeal to different people for different reasons. We share with you the books that made an impact on the reviewer.

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Book Review Index

The Saint, The Surfer, and the CEO
by Robin Sharma.
Is this story fiction or not? One is not sure, just as in the case of the author's previous book "The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari". Through this novel, the author, Robin Sharma, writes about transforming our corporate and personal life into a path of high vision and integrity.

Is Your Pet Psychic?
by Richard Webster.
Great anecdotes as well as "how tos" on psychic communication with pets. A very interesting and enlightening book... even if you don't have pets. The book provides exercises for the "human owner" and the pet to develop clearer psychic communication.

God, Is That You?
by Katharine C. Giovanni.
"If you believe that God can speak to you, and you have no doubts, then you will be able to hear Him". How to rid yourself of such doubts and converse with God is the subject of this provocative new book.

The Gift of a Child
by Mary Ann Thompson.
A woman gives the greatest gift to her barren friend -- a child that would help complete both of their lives and teach them some of life's greatest lessons.

SKYMATES: Love, Sex and Evolutionary Astrology
by Jodie Forrest and Steven Forrest.
Here is a wonderful book about love and relationships that is Biblical in its expanse. Skymates encompasses, from an astrological position, a length and breadth of information that while metaphysical, is usually verifiable---and always provocative.

The Little Tern
by  Brooke Newman.
The Little Tern is one of those stories, like the Little Prince, that speaks both to children and adults -- yet adults will get much more out of the reading. On the surface, this story is about a bird who loses his ability to fly...

Little Green Men
by Karen Williams.
Whether you're wanting entertainment, or seeking a new perspective on UFOs, this novel provides both. While this story is fictional, it does weave in some "real-life" facts.

Handbook for Perfect Beings
by B.J. Wall.
This book measures 6" X 4" and is only 118 pages, yet it is amazing all the wisdom and insights that are included in that small package.

The Good News: It's Cancer
by Alice McDowell.
The first thing that strikes you about this book is its title. What do you mean -- the good news is it's cancer! The good news as you read through this wonderful book is the discovery of the insights and wisdom for all, shared by Alice McDowell, a "twice-survivor" of cancer.

Emissary of Love
by James F. Twyman.
While this book reads like a novel, it is the extraordinary experiences of James Twyman and his discovering the existence of the Children of Oz -- psychic children who have in common a question that they want to ask each and every one of us. The telling of the story is entertaining, amazing, and inspiring. The question, life -changing.

The Journey: A Road Map to the Soul
by Brandon Bays.
The cover states that it is "A Practical Guide to Healing Your Life and Setting Yourself Free". Brandon Bays' story on its own is an "eye-opener". The old saying "When life hands you lemons, make lemonade" could be the theme song for her story.

Second Chance:
Healing Messages from the Afterlife
by Suzane Northrop.
More than 75% of Americans believe in the possibility of life after death. Whether you're a believer in the afterlife or whether you're a skeptic, this book is an eye-opener. It contains first person accounts of communications with people who have passed over "to the other side".

Every Saint Has a Past,
Every Sinner a Future
by Terry Cole-Whittaker.
Unlike some books that pack a powerful punch in the first few chapters, then fizzle in the end, this book carries you to the mid-point, then propels you through the final page.

Inner Peace for Busy People
by Joan Borysenko, Ph.D.
So many of us (dare I say all of us?) are "so busy"... We oftentimes are too busy to take time for ourselves, to meditate, to relax, to nurture ourselves. This book gives us practical tools to use in our stressed busy lives.

The Best Democracy Money Can Buy
by Greg Palast.
A shocking exposé of the current American and British political climate. Even if only a portion of this book proves to be true, it is a must read... "The world’s greatest investigative reporter you’ve never heard of.” (Cleveland Free Times)

10 Secrets for Success and Inner Peace
by Dr. Wayne Dyer.
Do you want to know a big secret -- how about ten of them? This pocket-sized book, filled with kernels of truth and profound wisdom, is for "anyone who has decided to consciously be on their life path"...

Journey to Heavenly Mountain
by Jay Martin.
This book took me on many journeys. The most obvious one was to China to live in Buddhist monasteries. The other journey was back in time to a world where being monk was a very palatable choice for a career. The third journey was within the psyche of the author, sharing his quest for truth, and for himself. Thus of course, the final journey was within myself.

The Corporate Shaman
by Richard Whiteley.
Most individuals recognize the need for healing -- for the body, mind, and emotions. Yet we rarely think of healing a business or a corporation. Yet, since a business is also "growing and alive", can it not also undergo transformation, healing, and have a healing crisis?

The Raven Who Spoke with God
by Christopher Foster.
While we innocently are reading about this interesting raven and his adventures, we find a mirror for our own life adventure. We get to experience his insecurities, his quest for truth, his failings, his fears, his sadness, his hopes, his dreams... almost sounds human doesn't he?

Alligator Blues
by Beckon.
They say that when the student is ready, the teacher appears. Well, in this story the teacher is a rather unconventional. Celeste, the teacher, is a wise being who happens to have the body of an alligator...

Miracles in the Storm
Author: Mark H. Macy.
Have you seen the movie "Frequency" with Dennis Quaid where father and son communicate across the barriers of time on a ham radio? This book tells of people all over the world talking to "the other side" through TVs, computers, fax machines, radios, and telephones. Definitely an eye-opening book.

Stupid White Men
by Michael Moore.
As with most things in life there are two sides to most stories. The patriotic fervor now encompassing the US has all but silenced the "friendly" or "otherwise" opposition. "The rest of the story" can be found in "Stupid White Men".

Moments of Grace
by Neale Donald Walsch.
The writing sparkles with the clarity of crystal and the wisdom of the ages. This author's latest book "Moments of Grace" highlights his talent for weaving stories together that leave the reader feeling that miracles are possible for each of us.

Life On The Other Side:
A Psychic's Tour of the Afterlife
by Sylvia Browne.
Perhaps the greatest question ever asked is "What happens after we die?" Every human being eventually deals with this question and ponders the mysterious answer. But, until it's our turn to travel to the Other Side, we can't know what we will find. Or can we?

There's A Spiritual Solution to Every Problem
by Wayne W. Dyer.
Few works have been written about how we are to achieve a higher vibrational level and none as comprehensive as this one. In these pages, the author soon has you questioning everything in your life that keeps you rooted in slower vibrations and thus a world of "problems".

The Zen of Listening
by  Rebecca Z. Shafir, M.A., CCC.
By listening effectively, we learn more, understand more, and provide compassion for those experiencing life's most difficult moments -- if we just open ourselves to the possibility of caring with attentive silence. Yet, listening can be difficult to master.

Inspirational Card Decks
With the many challenges that life presents to us, we need all the help we can get (at least I do). These card decks are great tools to start off the year, and then assist us day by day.

Breakthrough Intuition
by Rosemary Ellen Guiley
According to Rosemary Ellen Guiley, we are all intuitive. And, whatever you call it -- gut instinct, a hunch, or sixth sense -- we can all develop our intuition and use it in our everyday lives.

The Tao of Healing
by Haven Trevino.
I did not know what a most profound effect this book would have on me. It is said best by Hugh Prather when he states that Trevino does not write about how to be healed, or how to heal, he immerses the reader directly into the healing state.

Teach Only Love
by Gerald G. Jampolsky, M.D.
I didn’t realize how much I had to learn about the awesome healing power of love, the way people act from fear, and the real meaning of forgiveness. This is a deeply touching book that I will read over and over again.