Essays on the 4th of July

The beauty of America lies in that it has a uniquely diverse culture. America is composed of people from every race, ethnicity, religion or the absence of it. Its people’s beliefs, lifestyles and interests range from the very noble to the most absurd. This cultural diversity is what makes America popularly known as the Land of the Free, binding its people together. Yet this could also spell cultural chaos.

Concerned that Americans have seemingly lost sight of the founding principles that breathed life into the Declaration of Independence, John Gilligan prompted to self-publish a book entitled, The Soul of America: Essays on the 4th of July. This book is a compilation of Gilligan’s newspaper-published essays that tackles on what America has become and what he hopes it will still be in the future.

Loaded with historical facts and insights, John’s essays rest on three major standpoints, namely the founding of America; its present cultural and political problems and how one’s patriotism can keep the country great.

The Soul of America: Essays on the 4th of July is a must-read for everyone who cares about the future of this country. It also aims to keep the fire of patriotism of burning in each citizen and reflect on the real essence of America and what makes this country great.

What Death Can Touch

I was stunned to hear the news about the passing of pop superstar Michael Jackson and ‘Charlie’s Angel’ Farrah Fawcett, two of the most influential figures of their time. I thought of Jackson’s death to be untimely. I felt that it wasn't his time yet, as I know that he still has so much to prove given the controversies that have shrouded his career and personal life. It's just sad that Michael Jackson never got the chance to make a good comeback before it all ended for him.

I thought of Farrah Fawcett's long battle with rectal cancer a brave fight. It's worthy to note that even in her numbered days, she never lost hope and continued fighting the disease with incredible courage. That even in her last days, she carried on to share her long and painful ordeal with rectal cancer in the hope of inspiring others. She was a spokesperson for the American Cancer Society and an advocate against colorectal cancer, zealous in her cause to raise deeper awareness for this type of disease.

Frankly though, I am more affected by the death of Farrah Fawcett than Michael Jackson's. I have deep respect and great admiration for the King of Pop - his contributions to the music and entertainment industry invaluable. But I have an even deeper and greater sense of respect and admiration for Farrah Fawcett, whose life story was truly well-worthy to be told.

The passing of Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett not only shows how much they have contributed to the entertainment industry but also how much influence they have on the rest of the world. It is a stark reminder that even in one’s greatness, one can never get away with the inevitable that is death; that one can never cheat death regardless of who you are or what you have. Indeed, death comes like a thief in the night, unbeknownst to you.

Losing a loved one may bring about a great deal of emotional pain and trauma. Some may find it hard to accept why it happened and move on with their lives.One grieves in his own way and time. It is important to accept and believe that there is a reason for what happened, even if you may not clearly see it.

Eventually, you will understand why. By accepting the situation, you free yourself from the pain and are then ready to move on with your life.


This self-published book is a gripping story of a journalist who, following the tragic death of his daughter, finally finds inner peace and joy from his personal woes as an alcoholic. What Death Can Touch can help you discover how one can achieve spiritual renewal after the loss of a loved one and understand the real essence of death.

Death should not be viewed as a mere loss or an end; it should be looked upon as a gain and a start of a new and uncharted journey.

What to do for Summer

• Swimming

• Camping

• Reading

• The Beach

• Working

• Playing

• Publish a book

• Summer? It's Winter here.
  

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A taste of New York's finest

When in New York City, you can never run out of places to dine because of its highly diversified food culture.

Each area has its own flavors to tell - from Chinatown, Brooklyn, East and Greenwich Village; Harlem, Gramercy Park, Lower and Upper East Side; Lincoln, Center, Little Italy, Meat Packing and Theater Districts; The Bronx, Tribeca, Queens, historic Chelsea to upscale Soho.

And when it comes to food, the Big Apple lives up to its name as the city that never sleeps; never failing to surprise people from different walks of life of its plethora of cuisines.

World-renowned chef Vikas Khanna cooks up a collection of sumptuous cuisines from some of the Big Apple's finest restaurants in the book, New York Chefs Cooking for Life.

This self-published book is a collection of sumptuous recipes from New York’s best and finest dining spots, among which include Acappella, Alain Ducasse, August, Asia de Cuba, Bouley, Brasserio, Caviar and Banana; Café Boulud, Café Gray, Capsouto Freres, City Hall Restaurant, Chanterelle, Cru, Devi, Dos Caminos, Jewel of India, Montrachet, Nobu, Payard, Roc, Salaam Bombay, Tamarind, Tribeca Grill and Vong.

New York Chefs Cooking for Life promises a gastronomical burst of cuisines for food lovers and cooking enthusiasts alike; a salute to New York City’s quintessential definition of food as a celebration of life.

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Get Big with a Small business

There are a number of smart ways to make your money grow. You can invest in the stock market, bonds, certificate of deposit and other investment avenues.

Running a business is also another good option. The volatility of the job market, which is especially characterized by increasing unemployment in the labor market, has made many people consider, or create their own small businesses.

In fact, putting up a small business has become an increasing trend among many people to address the changing tides of the job market.

Running a business is always a risky game, its success is never a guarantee. But the benefits of putting up a small business can be plentiful for you.

In the Xlibris release, A Guide to Small Business: Form, Operate, Analyze”, Richard Mack discusses the elements of a small business and how you can successfully start your own. This self-published book provides helpful tips and ideas which interested readers can use to successfully establish and operate their own small businesses. It also presents the major components in a business to make it grow and last.

Mack’s in-depth discussion, which is based on thorough research and analysis, provides readers an understanding that a business, no matter how small, can attain huge success.

(Mack holds a Master’s degree in educational administration, supervision and Doctor of Philosophy degree in urban education and communications in complex organizations. His doctoral research is his baseline data for publishing a book. He was also head of the investment banking research and development division of a company involved in technology transfer buying and selling selected businesses throughout the world.)

A look at Bulimia through a Dental Chair

Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder that continues to affect many people around the world, more particularly women. This psychological condition, which constitutes binge eating and forcibly purging what has been eaten ensues emotional distress – depression, guilt and self-condemnation, which is then followed by physical problems such as dehydration, malnutrition and organ failure.

What’s interesting to note is that Bulimia can also cause teeth erosion, a result from the stomach acids that are used in purging. In fact, about 26% of Bulimia cases is first diagnosed by a dentist. Severe erosion can lead to changes in bite, formation of the upper and lower teeth and reduction in teeth size, which can eventually lead to tooth loss.


Dr. Brian McKay, a California dentist, has been in the dental profession for more than 25 years now and has observed a frequency of his patients showing signs of Bulimia. This has led him to publish a book that deals with this eating disorder from a uniquely different perspective – the dental chair. Dr. McKay believes that Bulimia can be treated in a caring, non-judgmental and revolutionary way. This motivated him to self-publish a book entitled “Bulimia is a Dental Disease”.

Considered to be the first of its kind, this book looks into the diagnosis, treatment and recovery of Bulimia from a highly experienced dentist’s standpoint. Discover interesting facts about this book, enough to make you grit your teeth and learn just how your dental condition could mean everything to your overall health and well-being.

'Bulimia is a Dental Disease' helps spot Bulimia and provides insights on how to treat this condition in a pragmatic yet highly revolutionary approach.

Spirituality: Solution to Racism?

Racism is not only a tool of discrimination but of exploitation as well. Judging a person by the color of his skin alone already poses a lot of problems in our culture and society. While much has been said about racism, this cultural phenomenon continues to grow like a cancer that kills out of unfair judgment, negative attitude and prejudice.

In the Xlibris release, The Crazy Making Disease, author Christopher Bear Beams discusses the problems of racism and presents solutions to reverse, if not, eradicate the problem. Beam proposes these solutions at a spiritual and semantic approach that can put a stop to racism’s concept of hate and ultimately lead to racial healing.

The Crazy Making Disease presents a suggestive pattern that can help address this social cancer. In this self-published book, author Christopher Bear Beam emphasizes on spirituality, which, when properly investigated, identified and implemented can curb the ills that racism brings about to our culture and society.

The Crazy Making Disease aims to give hope and heal those who are struggling with this global disease.