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YOU’RE NOT GOD: That Job Is Taken by SCOTT H. SILVERMAN

https://www.amazon.com/YOURE-NOT-GOD-That-Taken/dp/B0FNKG3TPW

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We all want to help. We want to protect the people we love, solve their problems, and keep life running smoothly. But in trying to “fix” everything, we sometimes make things harder—for them and for ourselves. That’s where You’re Not God (That Job Is Taken) steps in.

In this heartfelt, relatable, and often gently humorous guide, Scott H. Silverman—addiction recovery expert, crisis coach, and CNN Hero—shows why letting go of control can be one of the most loving choices we make. Drawing from his own journey from addiction and rock bottom to over three decades of sobriety, Scott offers a refreshing truth: you are not the answer to everyone’s problems, but you can be part of the healing.

Through inspiring stories, practical insights, and simple tools, You’re Not God (That Job Is Taken) teaches you how to:

Support without controlling

Lead with empathy instead of perfectionism

Listen more deeply to those who need you

Release the pressure of trying to “do it all”

Whether you’re a worried parent, a burnt-out leader, or someone feeling overwhelmed by the demands of life, this book will give you hope, perspective, and a clear path forward. It’s not about saving everyone—it’s about showing up, making space for growth, and choosing progress over perfection.

Real love listens. Real change happens when we stop trying to be God—and start being fully present.

About the author

Scott H. Silverman is the author of “tell Me No, I Dare You!” and is an in demand leadership speaker. Scott is both locally and nationally recognized as a leader in the field of workforce development. He has received numerous awards and honors including recently being named “CNN Hero of the Week” and the City of San Diego honored him by selecting February 19th as ” Scott Silverman Day” for his contributions to the community. He is the Executive Director and Founder of Second Chance, a human services agency that is committed to breaking the cycle of unemployment, poverty, and homelessness by offering job readiness training, employment placement assistance, mental health counseling, case management, and affordable housing referrals to people who desire to change their lives. Over the past 15 years Second Chance has assisted more than 24,000 economically disadvantaged and homeless persons in San Diego gain employment and leave poverty, gang affiliations, and crime.

Crypto Queen: You are a Mark by Pati Tierney

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H9NHRPFS

“Crypto Queen: You are a Mark” is a true crime inspired non-fiction based in contemporary Melbourne, Australia. The book tells a story of Pati, emphatic social worker, who engages in an on-line conversation with a stranger. Little does she know that what starts like a frivolous playful banter turns her world upside down as she becomes entrapped by the insidious syndicate. This event changes her life forever, leaving long lasting consequences. The book touches on the contemporary topic of scamming affecting our communities globally, aiming to break the stigma attached to the topic through telling the real-life story and the impact it creates.

The Spanish Swan Ballet: Faith’s Wish by Lorena Gomez-Maese

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D24X2PYS

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https://www.amazon.com/Thumbs-Hitchhiking-Around-World-1970

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Trump, Tamales and the American Family by Margaret Donnelly

https://www.amazon.com/Tamales-American-Family-Margaret-Donnelly/dp/1977220746

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About the author

Margaret Donnelly is the author of “Bolívar’s Heart”, “The Path of Lord Jaguar”, “The Spirits of Venezuela” and “The Song of the Goldencocks”, which received Honorable Mention at the 2007 International Latino Book Awards in New York. The author received her doctor of jurisprudence and her bachelor of arts in Latin American studies from the University of Texas at Austin. In recognition for her community work, she was awarded the Presidential Community Service medal by the League of United Latin American Citizens of the United States (LULAC) in 2006. Born in Venezuela, she moved to the United States with her family at age 15. She now resides in Dallas, Texas, where she divides her time between her immigration law practice and writing.