G. E. Poole’s Infrequent Frequencies, Rare Resonance delves into an expansive array of thought-provoking subjects, pushing readers to challenge conventional beliefs and explore new dimensions of understanding. This book invites an open mind, urging readers to engage in complex discussions on faith, science, history, and the future. Poole weaves together a fascinating mix of Christian and Islamic teachings, the writings of H.I. Khan, and an assortment of other religious perspectives while also offering in-depth historical narratives, a sharp analysis of the present, and thought-provoking future predictions.

The range of topics is vast, from the mysteries of quantum physics and Schumann resonances to ancient Greek myths like Pandora to a practical guide on prayer. Poole explores everything with a sense of curiosity that draws the reader into his exploration of science, spirituality, and psychology. The chapters are richly packed with ideas, offering a deep well of knowledge. For example, Poole’s discussion of the Fibonacci sequence and the Golden Ratio is insightful. Poole encourages readers to approach the material with an inquisitive mind and allow space for personal interpretation while his unique voice subtly shines through.

I think this book is best suited for readers who are open to exploring new perspectives, especially in areas that stretch beyond traditional religious frameworks. Poole offers essays on supernatural beings, explores unconventional arguments on faith, and shares eye-opening stories from the Bible, Islam, and other belief systems. Every chapter is organized into segments that brim with rich and varied content.

This is not a book to rush through. Instead, it’s a work that demands time, inviting readers to immerse themselves in its exploration of Eastern philosophy, quantum physics, religion, and psychology. Despite the abstract and sometimes complex nature of the topics, Poole’s writing is clear and fluid, making intricate ideas accessible. I found the sections on prayer particularly moving, especially the guidance on incorporating Saum and Salat into one’s personal spiritual practice.

Infrequent Frequencies, Rare Resonance is a treasure trove of insights. Its concise yet deep exploration of a wide range of subjects will spark curiosity and invite readers on a path to enlightenment. For anyone seeking an enriching experience, I recommend taking in every chapter with an open mind.

Pages: 473 | ASIN: B0D21KJP1D

Original source: https://literarytitan.com/2024/09/18/infrequent-frequencies-rare-resonance/

SOL—Supportive Guidance for Healing & Awakening is a self-help book divided into insightful parts that guide readers through understanding their divine nature, introduce daily practices for spiritual and personal development, and emphasize the importance of community in one’s healing journey. Why was this an important book for you to write?

This book was important for me to write because it speaks directly to my lived experience. 

When my spiritual awakening intensified in 2018, I felt like I was losing control of my life. The physical, mental, and emotional agony was so intense at times, I didn’t think I could make it through. I found myself becoming extremely anxious, depressed, scared, and hopeless.

In my darkest moments, grace came to me. Sometimes grace came as a feeling of relief or comfort, seemingly from nowhere. Other times, grace came in the form of spiritual insights. These insights revealed deep truths about our divine nature, the importance of mindfulness, the nature of time, the roles of fear and ego, and how we heal through our hearts. Another form grace took was guidance, e.g. guidance on certain breathing methods to use, meditation styles to try, mantras to practice. 

These gifts of grace helped me navigate the most grueling stretches of the awakening process. They also provided me with confidence and practical tools I could use to overcome my suffering. I began writing down these gifts of grace and incorporating them into my life through daily practice.

In 2023, I began gathering those gifts of grace into a book, and in 2024, I published that book, which I call SOL: supportive guidance for healing and awakening. Through SOL, I share the wisdom, practices, tools, and inspiring messages that have served me best on my path of healing and awakening. That way, readers can benefit from the gifts of grace I received, and they can not only endure the spiritual awakening process – they can flourish in the experience!  

What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book?

The first idea I wanted to share is that everyone and everything is divine. We tend to think that we and the rest of the universe are something less than the divine. Spiritual wisdom revealed to me, time and again, that God is everything, without exception, and that our physical bodies only seem less-than-divine because our minds project a sense of unworthiness or inadequacy onto the universe. I want readers to embrace their divinity and to gradually undo the mental conditioning that leads us to believe otherwise.

I also wanted to convey the importance and beauty of our human hearts. Through our hearts, we are capable of bottomless courage and mercy, and this combination of courage and mercy is what allows us to both progress on the awakening path and to be good to ourselves on that path. This balance of striving-and-soothing has proved to be pivotal for me as I navigate the unpredictable swings of the awakening process. 

In addition to being our trusty guide on the difficult awakening path, the heart is also the source of our deepest healing. The heart is a melting pot that welcomes in our karma – our unresolved feelings about the past – and reintegrates that energy into our beings, restoring us to the state of wholeness we knew before trauma. Our society puts such an emphasis on the head and the gut; we fetishize being smart and being decisive. When we lose ourselves in our heads and guts, we lose our connection with our hearts, and this keeps us stuck in vicious cycles of suffering and mistreatment that can last entire lifetimes. By reconnecting with the heart, by softening our hearts to our difficult feelings, and my remaining mindfully present as those difficult feelings resolve in time, we heal even the gnarliest unresolved feelings, and we rediscover the wholeness and fulfillment that we’d always sensed was possible, but which always seemed so far away. Alas, the path to fulfillment has been beating in our chests all along! It just takes awareness, focus, and trust to reestablish that heart connection and let the healing happen.

The third idea I wanted to share is that we’re not alone. I see so many people struggling with pain and darkness in our world. In the depths of that struggle, we can feel so lonely and isolated, it feels like we’re going it alone. I wrote this book to help folks realize that they’re not alone, that there are helpful tools and resources for navigating inner difficulties, and that there are global and local communities devoted to helping people heal and reconnect with the beauty of life. 

With so much helpful information in this book, have you considered writing a companion workbook or journal that readers can use alongside this one? 

I love this idea!

What is one thing that you hope readers take away from SOL – Supportive Guidance for Healing & Awakening?

I hope readers take away from SOL that they are the inspiring warmth of their own hearts. When we believe it’s our job to fix ourselves or to fix the world, we go down a hopeless, sometimes destructive path. When we try to fix ourselves or others, what we’re really doing is projecting our insecurities onto something. Our insecurities lie deep within us, in the bottomless depths of our hearts-and-souls. When we abide in mindful presence in the heart, we transform the heart into a place of healing. We are like the flame that lights the heart-candle’s wick! By sustaining this heart connection, we resolve our insecurities and the negative beliefs underlying them. We become like the shepherd calling the lost sheep home from the wilderness. This deep inner healing is what brings peace, goodness, and gladness into our world. We look upon the world and realize – oh my, there was never anything out there to fix! There was just pain deep within me that was looking for a safe place to surrender. Our hearts are that safe place of surrender, that all-welcoming sanctuary where even the deepest pain can find resolution and peace. By being gently with our hearts as our hearts feel those difficult feelings, we empower our hearts to heal the wounds of the past, which frees us to live more capably and confidently in the here-and-now!

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Original source: https://literarytitan.com/2024/09/18/gifts-of-grace/

We Solve Murders the first audiobook in a new series by Richard Osman was one of my most anticipated releases in 2024. Osman did not disappoint. We Solve Murders delivered colorful characters, an intriguing mystery and plenty of action as we traipsed the globe.

We Solve Murders
by Richard Osman
Series: We Solve Murders #1
Narrator: Nicola Walker
Genres: Mystery
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Narration: 5 cups Speed: 1.5x

A brand new series. An iconic new detective duo. And a puzzling new murder to solve…

Steve Wheeler is enjoying retired life. He does the odd bit of investigation work, but he prefers his familiar habits and routines: the pub quiz, his favorite bench, his cat waiting for him when he comes home. His days of adventure are over: adrenaline is daughter-in-law Amy’s business now.

Amy Wheeler thinks adrenaline is good for the soul. As a private security officer, she doesn’t stay still long enough for habits or routines. She’s currently on a remote island keeping world-famous author Rosie D’Antonio alive. Which was meant to be an easy job…

Then a dead body, a bag of money, and a killer with their sights on Amy have her sending an SOS to the only person she trusts. A breakneck race around the world begins, but can Amy and Steve stay one step ahead of a lethal enemy?

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Narrated by Nicola Walker, We Solve Murders introduces us to Amy Wheeler, a private security officer who is currently on a remote island protecting author Rosie D’Antonio. Amy has layers and has seen many adventures. She is a modern thinker who is married, but both are busy pursuing their own careers. Rosie, our author, is a hoot. She longs for adventure and the golden days of her youth. She is currently being targeted by a dangerous individual after writing him into her latest book.

A dead body and an unexpected attack soon have Amy and Rosie on the run. When Amy isn’t sure who to trust, she turns to her step-father, investigator, Steve Wheeler. I loved the story that unfolds from the twists and turns in the case to the unique characters we met along the way. The plot felt very much like a top action thriller. The author included points of views from the assassin, Steve, Rosie and Amy. While it could be dark, there were plenty of moments that had me laughing. Steve was clever and Rosie was a deliciously naughty. Think, Blanche from Golden Girls. I liked Amy, who kept her cool better than I ever would have.

I loved listening and find Osman’s books translate very well into the audiobook format. Nicola Walker did a splendid job of capturing Amy, Steve, and Rosie.

If you love the Thursday Murder Club series and action-packed mystery thrillers, you’ll want to check out We Solve Murders. The author set the series up nicely, and I look forward to the next one.

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Crossroads of Empire dives into the tumultuous waters of World War I, presenting a thrilling narrative enriched by a blend of historical and fictional characters. The story follows Evan Sinclair, a young man thrust into the global conflict, whose journey from France to the strategic depths of the Middle East unveils a panorama of espionage, imperial ambitions, and the cultural crossroads that define the era. With the Middle East as a pivotal battleground for control over key resources like the Suez Canal and oil reserves, Cooper intricately maps the convergence of history and personal saga, underlining the lasting impact of wartime decisions on today’s geopolitical landscape.

Michael J. Cooper’s writing is compelling and richly detailed, offering a tapestry of scenes that bring early 20th-century conflicts vividly to life. His ability to intertwine factual historical events with the personal fates of both real and imagined characters allows the narrative to flow seamlessly between action and introspection. The portrayal of Kaiser Wilhelm II’s complex personality and his obsessions with Jerusalem provides a fascinating glimpse into the psyche of a ruler whose decisions shaped the course of history. The inclusion of characters like Aaron Aaronsohn and T.E. Lawrence adds layers of authenticity and intrigue, enhancing the novel’s exploration of loyalty, betrayal, and the harsh realities of war.

While the intricate descriptions of settings and historical context are generally a boon for the narrative’s richness, I think they can sometimes bog down the pacing, especially during crucial transitions between significant plot points. Nonetheless, Cooper’s fantastic character development ensures that readers remain engaged, rooting for individuals caught in the machinations of empires.

Crossroads of Empire is a blend of historical fiction and detailed storytelling that offers readers a window into a pivotal time in world history. Michael J. Cooper’s work is highly recommended for its educational value and its ability to entertain, making it a suitable read for both history buffs and fans of intricately plotted narratives.

Pages: 368 | ASIN : B0DGVWD54Q

Original source: https://literarytitan.com/2024/09/17/crossroads-of-empire/

In the quiet town of Wolf Hollow, Alison Newton’s grave is desecrated in the dead of night. Detective Harper Jones, still haunted by the unsolved murder of his former partner, Anders, is called upon to investigate. The scene is eerily familiar, dragging Harper back to the brutal events surrounding Alison’s original murder, where Anders had lost his life. As Harper digs deeper, old memories resurface, and he begins to suspect a chilling connection between these violent crimes, separated by time. Could a serial killer be lurking in the shadows of this seemingly peaceful town?

Jeffrey Butler’s Torment skillfully combines the intensity of a crime thriller with the allure of a psychological mystery. The novel’s cat-and-mouse chases are interwoven with a foreboding atmosphere, drawing readers into a world where danger and suspense simmer beneath the surface. From the very first page, the plot grips the audience, opening at a harrowing crime scene and unrelentingly pulling them into a web of intrigue. Butler’s vivid analogies and sharp descriptive prose reflect the twisted mind of the criminal, amplifying the tension. The narrative deftly alternates between Detective Jones and the perpetrator, offering a dual perspective that adds complexity and depth to the story as it unfolds. The gradual layering of clues and perspectives keeps readers enthralled, as each new piece of the puzzle pushes the plot toward its chilling climax. Butler’s ability to maintain suspense while deepening the mystery ensures that Torment is both captivating and satisfying, especially for those who love piecing together crime thrillers.

For fans of gripping crime fiction, Torment delivers on every front. It offers not only the thrill of solving a case but also the emotional depth of a detective grappling with personal loss. Jeffrey Butler has crafted a must-read that keeps readers guessing until the very end. If you’re ready to walk in Harper Jones’ shoes and confront the dark truths of Wolf Hollow, this book will not disappoint.

Pages: 342 | ASIN : B0D6L529TB

Original source: https://literarytitan.com/2024/09/17/torment-a-harper-jones-novel/

I Will Dance Across the Morning Sky is a moving collection of poems that invites readers into a world of introspection, longing, and raw emotion. The book’s essence lies in its exploration of human connection, loss, and the quest for meaning in moments of despair. Each poem in this book weaves together imagery and sentiment in a way that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable, creating a tapestry of experiences that resonate with the soul.

Simplicity masks complexity here. The language, deceptively straightforward, acts as a vessel for profound emotion. A simple line can explode with meaning. Take, for example, the image of “a heart dancing across broken glass.” It’s a vivid portrayal of pain mingling with hope, resilience intertwined with fragility. This line alone haunts us, refusing to leave our thoughts, much like the struggles we all face. The poems tackle heavy subjects such as grief and loneliness, yet they do so with a sincerity that feels unforced, making the experience refreshingly authentic.

Connection, or its painful absence, sits at the core of this book. A particular poem lingers in the mind, depicting two people sitting together in silence, yet a chasm exists between them. That stark portrayal of isolation, even in company, strikes a nerve. It’s not just about what’s written; it’s about what isn’t. The spaces, the silences, resonate as loudly as the words themselves. The themes are beautifully rendered, and the exploration of love and loss treads familiar ground. It is worth noting that there were times I yearned for a twist or a fresh perspective. The steady tone and consistent themes offer exactly the kind of solace some readers seek, a stable anchor in a turbulent world.

I Will Dance Across The Morning Sky leaves its mark. It’s a collection that reaches out to those of all ages who need a voice in the silence, a companion in their pain. For anyone grappling with life’s hardships, or simply searching for a piece of writing that speaks to the heart, this book offers solace. It’s easy to consume, but its impact lingers, making it not just a collection of poems, but an experience to be felt deeply.

Pages: 42 | ASIN : B08RTYMPG3

Original source: https://literarytitan.com/2024/09/17/i-will-dance-across-the-morning-sky/