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Rambling Wreck to Recognition: The Professional Speakers’ Handbook by Allan Roberts

https://www.amazon.com/Rambling-Wreck-Recognition-Professional-Speakers/dp/B0GGTKLZRY

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The Professional Speakers’ Handbook

Breaking into professional speaking is rarely a smooth or linear journey. Many speakers begin with enthusiasm and expertise, yet struggle with structure, confidence, consistency, or being taken seriously. Rambling Wreck to Recognition is written for speakers who recognise that gap and want practical guidance grounded in real experience.

This handbook explores what it actually takes to move from unfocused delivery to purposeful communication. Rather than offering motivational slogans or polished theory, Allan L. Roberts addresses the realities of speaking professionally, from preparing and shaping a talk that resonates, to understanding audiences, handling events, and developing a professional mindset that supports long-term credibility.

Drawing on lived experience, observation, and reflection, the book examines common mistakes that hold speakers back, as well as the habits and approaches that help speakers stand out for the right reasons. It covers preparation, mindset, structure, delivery, and the practical considerations that are often overlooked but make a significant difference in how a speaker is perceived.

Rambling Wreck to Recognition is not about instant transformation or performance tricks. It is about clarity, awareness, and taking responsibility for how a message is shaped and delivered. The focus is on steady progress, thoughtful preparation, and building recognition through consistency rather than shortcuts.

Written for aspiring and developing speakers who want grounded guidance without hype, this book supports those who are serious about their craft and want to be recognised for the value they bring to an audience.

About the Author

Allan L. Roberts is a professional speaker, coach, mentor, and author. His work is rooted in lived experience rather than theory, supporting individuals as they develop clarity, confidence, and credibility in their speaking and communication.

Discover FetchaDate: The App for Pet Lovers Seeking Love with Sheryl Matthys

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About the Guest(s):

Sheryl Matthys is a distinguished pet lovers’ dating coach, media personality, author, and speaker, renowned for her innovative approach to modern dating. She founded “FetchaDate,” an inventive dating app geared towards pet enthusiasts looking for meaningful connections. Sheryl Matthys’s profound expertise also extends to her newest podcast, “Fetch Love,” where she explores the complexities and humor of contemporary relationships, intertwining her understanding of media, pets, and practical relationship advice to guide singles on a journey to find meaningful love.

Episode Summary:

Join host Chris Voss as he delves into a captivating discussion with Sheryl Matthys on “The Chris Voss Show,” emphasizing the unique merging of pet ownership and relationships through Sheryl Matthys’s app, “FetchaDate.” This episode unfolds the exciting notion that pet lovers can discover romantic partners who share their affections for animals, facilitated by a platform that combines heartfelt connection with shared love for pets.

Through vibrant conversations and engaging anecdotes, this episode explores Sheryl Matthys’s innovative dating app, shining a spotlight on how pet ownership can enhance emotional sensitivity and empathy, often leading to stronger bonds. The discussion highlights pet-infused dating, modern dating challenges, and the nuances of “Fetch a Date,” the app that distinguishes itself by prioritizing pets in profile introductions, promising authentic and heartfelt connections in a digital age filled with ambiguity.

Key Takeaways:

“FetchaDate” offers a distinctive approach to online dating, emphasizing connections initiated through shared love for pets.

Pet owners often exhibit greater empathy and emotional intelligence, creating deeper and more genuine relationship opportunities.

The app allows users to feature their pets first, fostering immediate connections through shared interests and adorable pet profiles.

Genuine connections in today’s dating culture can improve by incorporating shared activities and shared emotional investments in pets.

Modern challenges in dating, such as hookup culture and filtered profiles, highlight the necessity of honest and meaningful platforms like Sheryl Matthys’s app.

Notable Quotes:

“Don’t chase love, fetch the love that’s worth having.” – Sheryl Matthys

“Our pets can truly guide us to the right person by reflecting our true selves.” – Sheryl Matthys

“FetchaDate is not just another dating app; it’s a gateway to meeting someone who shares your passions and your life.” – Sheryl Matthys

“Our pets help knock down walls and allow the real us to shine through in relationships.” – Sheryl Matthys

“Finding love is about compatibility and shared experiences, not just chemistry.” – Sheryl Matthys

On the Front Line in the Cosmic Conflict by Chaute A Johnson

https://www.amazon.com/Front-Line-Cosmic-Conflict/dp/B0H7F969NQ

https://pagepublishing.com/books/?book=on-the-front-line-in-the-cosmic-conflict

Step into the gritty streets of Brooklyn, New York, where twenty-two-year-old Steve Roberts teeters on the brink of ruin. Cast out by an abusive stepfather and failed by a world that offers him no sanctuary, Steve faces eviction and despair–a young man with nowhere left to turn. His mother, Georgia, yearns to help but is shackled by her own chains of fear and oppression. Alone and desperate, Steve reaches for solace in a bottle–but this is no ordinary drink. The spirit he consumes is real, its presence terrifying and seductive, an actual demonic force whispering promises of rescue while tightening its grip around his soul.

While Steve’s life spirals downward, a young intern pastor named Matthew Day begins his own journey at the Good News Worship Center. Riddled with insecurities and overwhelmed by the demands of ministry, Matthew questions his calling and his worth. But when God draws him into Steve’s unfolding nightmare, Matthew is forced out of the pulpit and onto the true front lines–where compassion is forged in pain, and every prayer is a battle cry against the encroaching dark.

As the battle for Steve’s soul crescendos, demonic powers and prayer collide in a war that neither man expected. Steve must decide whether to surrender to the darkness or risk everything for a glimmer of hope. Matthew must discover whether faith is just a word, or a weapon forged for impossible fights.

In On the Front Line in the Cosmic Conflict, experience a riveting novel where supernatural evil meets steadfast faith. Lives will shatter. Hearts will awaken. And in the crucible of spiritual war, redemption becomes the greatest victory.

Will Steve break free from the spirit’s grip? Can Matthew rise above his doubts and become the shepherd he’s meant to be? When the forces of heaven and hell collide on the streets of Brooklyn, only the brave will stand–on the front line.

The Science of Speed: Practical Applications For Track and Field & Team Sport Coaches and Athletes by Dr. Amber Murphy

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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H686VQ8X

The Science of Speed translates 30+ years of original research on elite athletes into a practical guide coaches and athletes can use to improve performance. Written by Dr. Amber Murphy and the late Dr. Ralph Mann, it covers sprint mechanics, injury prevention, and talent identification across track and field, team sports, and winter sports. This is the science of speed, made actionable.

About the author

Dr. Amber Murphy is a sports biomechanics expert with over 20 years of experience working with professional, collegiate, and high school athletes across track and field, football, rugby, and winter sports. Dr. Murphy, a former Florida Gator Hurdler, is the CEO of CompuSport, LLC.

CompuSport is a sports biomechanics firm dedicated to improving athletic performance and preventing injury through science. We work with coaches and athletes across track and field, team sports, and winter sports, from the high school level to the professional stage, to identify exactly what’s limiting performance and build a clear, actionable plan to fix it.

Orbis Pictus: World Affairs in the Visual Digital Era by Dr Vendulka Kubalkova

https://www.amazon.com/Orbis-Pictus-Affairs-Visual-Digital/dp/B0H3YQ4MMR

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The invention of the movable-type printing press by Johannes Gutenberg in the mid-1400s represents one of the most significant technological advancements in history.

The printing press shaped the modern era by revolutionizing how information was shared and preserved, as well as educational practices. Today, society is entering the Digital Era. Students now grow up with the internet and social media. Research shows that younger generations increasingly prefer audio-visual content, while both students and the general public read for recreation less often.

This book introduces an innovative educational format we call a videobook. It offers access to about 135 original online videos, featuring animated presentations that provide a comprehensive introduction to contemporary global issues. The videobook covers a wider range of topics than most university-level International Relations courses. Integrating video content improves accessibility and relevance, addressing the limitations of traditional educational resources. The videos also encourage deeper engagement with philosophy and history. Many universities have yet to fully adopt visualization as a teaching tool, which remains a significant limitation in the Digital Era. This project aims to address that gap.

This work is designed primarily for university students but remains accessible to a wider audience.

Professor Kubálková holds a JUDr. from Charles University, Czechoslovakia, and a Ph.D. in International Politics from Lancaster University, England. She is also a graduate of the Prague Conservatoire. She currently serves as a Professor of International Studies at the University of Miami in Florida. Her previous appointments include academic positions in England, New Zealand, and Australia, as well as fellowships at the University of Munich, Stanford University, and the University of California, Berkeley. She has served as Assistant Provost for International Studies and Director of the M.A. program in International Administration (MAIA). Since 2016, she has been a Visiting Professor at VSE, University of Economics and Business, Prague. Professor Kubálková is a past President of the International Studies Association South and served for ten years as a trustee of the Social Science Research Foundation Board at the Korbel School of International Studies, University of Denver. She co-edited the eight-volume M. E. Sharpe series, “International Relations in a Constructed World,” and was a founding member and co-chair of the ISA section Global International Relations (GIRS). Following years in exile, she received the Jan Masaryk Medal “Pro Amicitia Inter Naciones” for expertise in International Relations and has been inducted into the “Memory of the Nation” of the Czech Republic.

Her research, publications, and teaching focus on International Relations theory, Marxism, Constructivism, post-Soviet studies, religion, civilizations, culture in world affairs, non-Western perspectives, pedagogy, and the application of information technology in education. She is the author, among others, of My Path to Global International Relations: An Autobiographical Textbook (2026).