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marcoujor: The Eight Gifts of Christmas

12/17/2016

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​One of my favorite gifts to give, any time of year, is a good book. For this Christmas post on Inspiration Station, I am proud to share these very different, yet very wonderful, books from a variety of most talented writers.


Please enjoy these gifts from creative pens.

And, away we go...

The Gift of Grace

What a treat to own a compilation of Sunnie Day’s short stories, Graceful Intentions: Sharing Short Stories From the Heart.

Sunnie truly shares her heart as inspired by her parents, her nursing career and her creative imagination in inspirational stories including The Escapades of Burt and Birdie, The Man in the Blanket and The Queen's Cat.

In a world filled with uncertainty and angst, I find this collection of kindness and love to be right on time.  ​
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The Gift of Healing

I reach for my Kindle copy of Vicki Warner's book called, Healing Steps: A Workbook For Dealing With Loss when a boost of inspiration and support is needed.

First published in 2013, Vicki polished and republished this gem-of-a-book in a second edition this year. I consider this workbook a gift in my personal healing process. I've also gifted several copies to loved ones experiencing their own losses.

This book is a must have for your emotional first aid kit!

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​The Gift of Hope

​The Carriage Driver stories by Michael Friedman exemplifies the healing powers of a story.

These two books about death have become a part of my life, as I reach for these classic volumes time after time. I'm eager for the third edition to be published, as I continue to enjoy Mike's stories unfolding week after week.  

I invite you to gift both editions of The Carriage Driver to someone in your life, in need of inspiration, hope and wonder.​
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​The Gift of Imagination

​Susan Zutautas has had a busy year writing to kids of all ages. She is planning the third book in this series and it cannot arrive fast enough for me, hint, hint!

The Day Mr. Beaver Met a Moose, first in the series, is a heartwarming and beautifully illustrated story of kindness, sharing and teamwork.

Hot off the press, Mr. Beaver Plans a Party, has the additional bonus of being illustrated by my friend, Sannel Larson. This tender story shares the importance of family, friends and love.
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​The Gift of Mystery

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Peggy Cole's breakout novel sucked me into a vortex of intrigue and suspense from page one. Mystery doesn't get any better than this.

In
The Pub, Cole serves her readers rib-sticking portions of descriptive atmosphere, intrigue and suspense while clues are gently strewn about like bread crumbs in the forest.

​Will you figure out the mystery surrounding
The Pub? You'll never know until you start reading...
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The Gift of Poetry

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​My Poetic Heart is Shannon Henry's first collection of poetry,  and I'm hoping it's not her last.

Each poem is of varying length on relatable subjects and feelings, from Tattoos on the Heart to Now is the Time.

This is the perfect book for yourself and the poetry lover on your gift list. You will no doubt read once in a few hours and then return time after time to savor and ponder these thoughts.
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​The Gift of Relaxation

​Sannel Larson has created two amazing adult coloring books this year.

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Teatime Pastimes has whimsical and charming flourishes on each page, showing much care and thoughtfulness in the designs.


In the Whimsical Cute Animals edition, you will find an extra bonus of duplicates in smaller formats included.

These books are rife with creative expressions and possibilities.

You'll discover positive affirmations and reminders that tea can be a relaxing ritual of comfort with facts about tea gently strewn throughout Sannel's first book.

​Experience calm mindfulness as you bring a joyful variety of fauna to life with your markers and pencils in her second book.


All the while, you'll be wondering when Book #3 will be available--hint, hint!
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The Gift of Self Care

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​In FarmaCopeia: The Little Book on Lavender, Angelia Phillips shares her passion and expertise in herblore with a style that's all about southern hospitality and comfort.

You will read about her personal journeys of healing with lavender and discover simple ways of incorporating lavender into a natural part of your life.
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​Conclusion

It wouldn't seem right if I didn't include a musical ditty to end this year of inspiration with a smile. This Beatle's classic seems to fit the bill. ☺

I'm blessed to know so many talented writers whom I call friend. I know you would enjoy any and all of these books, for yourself or the readers on your gift list.

Wishing you and those you hold dear a most joyful, peaceful and rejuvenating Christmas. See you next year with more Inspiration at my Station!

Hugs,

mar​
23 Comments
Peg Cole link
12/18/2016 09:15:09 am

Dear Maria, Thanks so much for promoting my novel here on your fabulous blog. You are so kind to share this selection of authors and their creations. Hope you have a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. I'm heading to your music video to check it out.

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Maria link
12/19/2016 08:59:50 am

My pleasure, dear Peg - anyone who reads The Pub will be as anxious as I am for your next book...

Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family...Love you, Maria

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Shanon
12/18/2016 11:06:16 am

Maria,

Thank you so much for including me in this post! I don't have the words to say how much I appreciate your support.

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Shannon
12/18/2016 12:33:29 pm

How did I misspell my own name??? LOL But, seriously, thanks so much!

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Maria link
12/19/2016 09:02:08 am

Dear Shannon,
I am happy to share the news of your poetry collection with my readers.
I finally got my two gift copies in the mail with your lovely autograph.
Merry, peaceful Christmas to you and yours, Maria

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Mike
12/18/2016 11:58:45 am

Hello mar - Thanks for including me among this fine array of books published by so many of our friends. You have highlighted some fine writing. Merry Christmas to you and all those that stop here for some inspiration found here on your blog.

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Maria link
12/19/2016 09:05:59 am

Merry Christmas to you and yours as well, dear Mike.

May 2017 be filled with heaping helpings of your literary inspirations. There is plenty of room on my shelf for more books from your muse's pen.

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paula link
12/18/2016 03:22:53 pm

I must be luckier than I could even imagine being! All these marvelous authors are especially talented writers whom I KNOW and call my friends.
I'm proud beyond description.
Maria, thank you for sharing this display! You have made it all the way to highest-ranking Earth Angel, my dear lady friend.

Holiday hugs to each and everyone of you! Love & Peace, Paula/Effer

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Maria link
12/19/2016 09:09:25 am

Dear Paula,
You are smack dab in the middle of these eight "gifts" / authors...as you have been instrumental in cheering all of us on with your encouragement and validation.
I am hopeful that 2017 will be 'the year of the effer' with both blogging and publishing...and I will be right there to promote the heck out of you.
Love you lots and Merry Christmas! Hugs, Maria

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Martie link
12/18/2016 06:44:16 pm

Oh, how wonderful to be in the company of so many accomplished writers. I am far behind - with only one Afrikaans translation of Kylie's Blossoms by Maria Jordan in Amazon.

Mar, where are your books in this post? I miss them! Please add them, as they should be part of this beautiful collection.

I take my hat off to all my brilliant friends. Perhaps I should pull up my socks and get at least one collection of poems on Amazon, just so you don't feel embarrassed because I am such a lazy writer.

Vicki, Mike, Shannon, Susan, Kim, Sannel, Peggy, Angelia, I am so fortunate to have you as friends and role models.

This is a lovely collection, Mar. I am adding a bookmark to this page. But please, please, add your personal collections. All of it! I have spoken... :)

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Maria link
12/19/2016 10:11:02 am

OK, let's make a deal, dear Martie...my sassy Sista!

You get 'on the proverbial stick' and get your poetry published (I know you are thiiiiiiis close!) and then I'll promote us both...!

Kylie, in all her language translations, is always available for perusing / purchase in my Gift Shop - the Kylies stories page.

Love you - could never be embarrassed by such a dear friend and brilliant writer in you, mar

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Vicki link
12/19/2016 08:31:44 am

Dear Maria,

Many thanks for promoting my little workbook here! What a lovely gift from you.
Merry Christmas to everyone here and beyond! So glad to be apart of this widespread group of writers!
Hugs and love to you especially,
Vicki

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Maria link
12/19/2016 10:54:52 am

Dear Vicki,

I am so proud to be a small part of your workbook.

You have put so much nurturing, comfort and structure in the grief process that has the potential to render the strongest among us into vulnerable babies.

Love you and 'Aloha' this Christmas, mareer

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Kimmie Thompson
12/19/2016 09:29:55 am

Thank you dear Maria for mentioning my book.You are truly such a blessing.

I feel very honored to be among the many mentioned here on your post, all offering such wonderful gifts this Christmas season and all the year through.

I love the whole post and the way you creatively intertwined some important attributes and gifts that each writer brings to the table.

. Wishing you and all our sweet friends mentioned here a blessed Christmas.

Sending much love from Texas

God bless
Love and hugs
Kimmie

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Maria link
12/19/2016 10:18:51 am

Dear Kimmie,

Your writing is truly from the heart - some of the
most inspirational around.

As those of us who call you friend know, your writing mirrors you - incorporating your many facets of loveliness and good works.

Love and hugs back to you from PA,
Maria

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William Holland link
12/19/2016 09:54:18 am

What a lovely tribute to so many wonderful writers, all so talented. I would expect nothing less from a loving heart.

love,
bill

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Maria link
12/19/2016 10:05:27 am

Dear Bill,
You are a compelling writer in 'your own right'... I am determined to check out the books you are publishing over this new year - which I have named 'The Year of Reading'...along with our writing, of course... :)
Love,
Maria

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Sannel link
12/21/2016 08:07:00 am

Dear Maria,

Thank you for including my books, as well as Susan's latest book that I had the privilege to create the illustrations to. I'm honored to be placed within such a splendid group of writers. But I do agree with Martie, that your beautiful collection should be included here as well.
Wishing you and all our friends here a wonderful, safe and magical Christmas!
Love and hugs,
Sannel

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Maria link
12/22/2016 09:10:51 am

Dear Sannel,
It is always a pleasure to support and promote both your writing and your illustrations / photography. You have a rare combination of beauty and talent - so happy we are friends.
I'm listening to you and Martie - thanks for giving me an idea for my first January post.
Love you and Freddie too, Maria

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vinaya link
12/22/2016 05:36:29 pm

I know most of these authors. Thanks to Hubpages. Now its high time for me to get these books for myself or my loved ones. Thanks for the suggestion.
Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year.

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Maria link
12/27/2016 08:59:07 am

Great to see you, dear Vinaya.

You won't be disappointed by any of these fine books - promise!

Hope you and yours are well - Happy, peaceful and healthy 2017 to you too.

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Peggy Woods link
12/29/2016 12:30:57 pm

What a wonderful collection of authors that many of us know from HubPages. Thanks for bringing attention to their books. I need to start reading some of them and giving them as gifts. They cover a variety of subjects and what you wrote makes each of them sound special.

Wishing everyone a wonderful and peaceful 2017.

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Maria link
1/4/2017 10:08:13 pm

Dear Peggy,
I don't think you'll go wrong with any of these books - truly some of the very finest.
Happy new year to you as well and thanks for taking time to stop by. Hugs, Maria

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