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Thanks for joining the group and a warm welcome. I suggest that you post more details about the titles available for review. You may also mention a website where the books can be previewed.

I have some exposure to specific areas of IT since I was working until last year in a large manufacturing organisation that used many modern IT tools.

Regards

Swamy

Hyderabad

India

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From: vicki.whitney135 <vicki.whitney135@...>
Subject: [Independent-Book-Reviews] New Publisher to the Group
To: Independent-Book-Reviews@yahoogroups.com
Date: Monday, 4 January, 2010, 9:09 PM

Hi,

I am the marketing executive at IT Governance Publishing Ltd.

We publish books and toolkits (as well as provide consultancy and training services)in the areas of IT governance, risk management, compliance and information security. We currently have about 60 titles in our portfolio and we plan to increase this greatly over the next year.

As a result, I am looking for professionals in these fields, or those with relevant knowledge to review upcoming and existing titles.

If anyone can help then please let me know.

Many thanks

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#713

From: "vicki.whitney135" <vicki.whitney135@...>
Date: Mon Jan 4, 2010 3:39 pm
Subject: New Publisher to the Group

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Hi,

I am the marketing executive at IT Governance Publishing Ltd.

We publish books and toolkits (as well as provide consultancy and training
services)in the areas of IT governance, risk management, compliance and
information security. We currently have about 60 titles in our portfolio and we
plan to increase this greatly over the next year.

As a result, I am looking for professionals in these fields, or those with
relevant knowledge to review upcoming and existing titles.

If anyone can help then please let me know.

Many thanks

#712

From: Ellen Christian <scentednights2002@...>
Date: Sun Dec 27, 2009 4:53 pm
Subject: New book reviewer's introduction

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http://confessionsofanover-workedmom.blogspot.com/

Hi -

I'm really happy to have found this group. My name is Ellen and I am the owner of Confessions of an Overworked Mom which is a blog that is about our life in rural Vermont with a focus on self sufficiency, homesteading, and natural and organic living. I also blog about recipes, challenges of being gluten free, natural living suggestions and products and books that we enjoy.

I am an avid reader of a wide variety of genres including:

Non-fiction: cookbooks, gardening books, rural and natural living, some political and religious (Christian) books depending on their view points

Fiction: science and fantasy fiction, suspense, Christian and some mysteries,

In addition, everyone in my house loves to read so if you have a book you need reviewed that isn't listed above, I have in my home:

Sixteen year old daughter who loves paranormal romances and fantasy fiction

Twelve year old son who enjoys young adult books specifically fantasy fiction and adventures

Husband who loves westerns, science fiction, war and history books

I'm very willing to work with them to review your books so you get feedback from your target audience.

I prefer to review an actual book and not an ebook as it's easier for me to get into a book I can actually hold and connect with. I do not review literature with a homosexual focus or abortion related works. Other than that I'm pretty open.

All my reviews are posted free of charge and I generally have them read, reviewed and posted in about two weeks although quicker turn around time may be possible depending on the time of year. In addition to posting on my blog (link below), I also post all my reviews on Amazon and Barnes & Noble as well as Library Thing, Goodreads and Epinions.

Thanks for your consideration. My address is available upon request. Any questions, please feel free to ask!

Ellen Christian (VT)

Great books. Great prices. http://shops.half.ebay.com/ellenlafleche

#711

From: aroundthewaypub@...
Date: Mon Nov 30, 2009 1:58 pm
Subject: Re: Vulgarity, part of Realism or a Barrier??? Lif...

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So very true swamy. I wouldn't mind my kids reading books that contain

vulgarity with exception of sexual content. But, I'd taught my kids, one who is

grown now, that such language is inappropriate, vulgar, and shows a person's

character, especially cursing loud out in public. But I guess, being an English

teacher for college prep, and with the help of my professors some years ago,

I've learned to appreciate language as a tool. But, I do understand and accept

the difference of opinion for what it is. Thanks, any feedback is helpful and

helps me to truly consider the full scope.

Ps. It is so ironic, as most of my other books have very little cursing. a few words

here and there among the characters in an argument, but, that's it mostly. So, why

am i so concerned? ...lol.

In a message dated 11/30/2009 1:27:38 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, swamyreviews@... writes:

Dear Andrea,

One possible solution would be to think with empathy. Would you like your own children of the age group that you have in mind read the book? You could also try this with your close friends.

Also, it may be wise to remember that children know many things now a days that we think they are not supposed to!

Regards

Swamy

Author, Editor and Reviewer

--- On Mon, 30/11/09, aroundthewaypub@aol.com <aroundthewaypub@aol.com> wrote:

From: aroundthewaypub@aol.com <aroundthewaypub@aol.com>
Subject: [Independent-Book-Reviews] Vulgarity, part of Realism or a Barrier??? Life Knows No Bounds
To: Independent-Book-Reviews@yahoogroups.com
Date: Monday, 30 November, 2009, 8:07 PM

Hello, I haven't posted much, and don't know if many remember me,

but hello. I'm Andrea Clinton, author of Life Knows No Bounds...

I have a quick question.

"What does everyone think about books that have a benefit for the youth,

however, utilize a chest of vulgar language to project the realism in the story?"

I ask because my novel has it and many have said they would love to use it for

high school students, as it addresses, "What becomes of a Money Grubbing-Gold Digger"

however, the vulgarity, and so i'm wondering if it puts up barriers for the novels potential

and what you all think about it.

Thanks and

PEACE

Andrea

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#710

From: Swamy Swarna <swamyreviews@...>
Date: Mon Nov 30, 2009 6:26 pm
Subject: Re: Vulgarity, part of Realism or a Barrier??? Life Knows No Bounds

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Dear Andrea,

One possible solution would be to think with empathy. Would you like your own children of the age group that you have in mind read the book? You could also try this with your close friends.

Also, it may be wise to remember that children know many things now a days that we think they are not supposed to!

Regards

Swamy

Author, Editor and Reviewer

--- On Mon, 30/11/09, aroundthewaypub@... <aroundthewaypub@...> wrote:

From: aroundthewaypub@... <aroundthewaypub@...>
Subject: [Independent-Book-Reviews] Vulgarity, part of Realism or a Barrier??? Life Knows No Bounds
To: Independent-Book-Reviews@yahoogroups.com
Date: Monday, 30 November, 2009, 8:07 PM

Hello, I haven't posted much, and don't know if many remember me,

but hello. I'm Andrea Clinton, author of Life Knows No Bounds...

I have a quick question.

"What does everyone think about books that have a benefit for the youth,

however, utilize a chest of vulgar language to project the realism in the story?"

I ask because my novel has it and many have said they would love to use it for

high school students, as it addresses, "What becomes of a Money Grubbing-Gold Digger"

however, the vulgarity, and so i'm wondering if it puts up barriers for the novels potential

and what you all think about it.

Thanks and

PEACE

Andrea

The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! Homepage.

#709

From: aroundthewaypub@...
Date: Mon Nov 30, 2009 9:37 am
Subject: Vulgarity, part of Realism or a Barrier??? Life Knows No Bounds

teaclinton

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Hello, I haven't posted much, and don't know if many remember me,

but hello. I'm Andrea Clinton, author of Life Knows No Bounds...

I have a quick question.

"What does everyone think about books that have a benefit for the youth,

however, utilize a chest of vulgar language to project the realism in the story?"

I ask because my novel has it and many have said they would love to use it for

high school students, as it addresses, "What becomes of a Money Grubbing-Gold Digger"

however, the vulgarity, and so i'm wondering if it puts up barriers for the novels potential

and what you all think about it.

Thanks and

PEACE

Andrea

#708

From: "Swamy" <swamyreviews@...>
Date: Thu Nov 12, 2009 7:02 am
Subject: Coconut water for health - review of a good book

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Title: Coconut Water for health and healing

Author: Dr. Bruce Fife

Publisher: Piccadilly Books, Ltd.

ISBN: 978-0-941599-66-5

Genre: Non-Fiction / Health

Presentation - Soft Cover

The water of a tender (green) coconut is a natural electrolyte, rich in
potassium and other minerals needed. It is thus a natural sports drink. I knew
that much before I accepted this book for review and was curious how a book
could be written about that!

I was in for a pleasant surprise when I received this beautifully printed book
with a colorful cover and found it well edited, printed well with a good
collection of photos to drive the points home.

In 10 chapters, a few appendixes and 223 pages, the author succeeds in educating
us about all the health benefits of coconut water. Did you know that Coconut
water cured the cataract of eyes of a person? Well, I did not know that! Did you
know that coconut water is a good way of detoxing without many problems
associated with plain water fast and fruit juice fasts?

There are many more uses of tender coconut water and many of the same benefits
are obtained from packaged coconut water too. Coconut milk is not to be confused
with coconut water.

All in all, this is a highly readable book on the several health benefits of
coconut water. I am lucky to be in a country where tender coconuts are sold
roadside and also bottled coconut water is available in departmental stores just
in case, I need to travel to places where fresh coconuts may not be available.

I am glad to recommend this book for all interested in health of themselves and
or their family members, friends etc.

#707

From: "Vyasamoorthy" <vyasamoorthy@...>
Date: Thu Nov 12, 2009 2:07 am
Subject: Probus Guide for Seniors - 2009

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Probus Guide for Seniors

For the eighteenth successful year, Probus Club of Chennai has brought out this
Annual reference book � sort of Almanac. The book may be considered to be in
three parts, though no such distinction is claimed by the compilers or
publishers. First part gives background information about the club in the form
of a note by the President, the conceptual framework, nostalgic account of how
the series of annual publication began and developed, list of contributors etc. 
The list of contributors reads like a who is who among eminent retirees of
Chennai comprising of doctors, psychologists, engineers, teachers, corporate
executives, geriatricians, chartered accountants and so on. The Educational
Assistance offered by the club is commendable: With a corpus grown to more than
ten lakhs (from six lakhs last year), helping some 55 high school students in
four schools is praiseworthy. This activity will help bridging the generation
gap that senior citizens are prone to suffer.

The second part provides a series of short articles on various topics of
interest to the aged persons like: Law, Safety, Income Tax, Budget, Religion,
hobbies and health. As health appears to be one of the most important concerns,
there are about ten articles in this area alone. There are three articles in
Tamil. There is an account of Chennai in olden days � Madras: I liked it much as
my hometown is Madras. Apart from signed articles there are a good number of
extracts from the websites on topics like: home remedies, all about blood, quiz
on heart attack, quiz on angina, quiz on Alzheimers, organ donation, ambulance
and emergency services etc. An article on Reverse mortgage is timely and useful.
Among all contributions, there is an odd man out that does not fit into the
theme � you may discover it yourself if you read the whole book!

The third part is a sort of a directory. Items like Assistive and Enabling
devices, List of NGOs working for seniors, Eye banks, Blood banks, helpline,
important phone numbers, Old age Homes in Chennai and Tamil Nadu (130 out of 250
covered), Details of Doctors on House call, Facilities for renting wheel chairs,
walkers & the like, diagnostic labs etc are all given.  In the case of Old Age
Homes, coverage of other states and cities has been omitted this year. List of
Palliative care centers in South India is a welcome addition.  While we expect a
number of NGOs to be discussed under "Organizations working for the Elderly" we
find only HelpAge being described. List of Ambulance services (65) is
exhaustive. Doctors willing to do house calls (increased from 50 to 60 in this
year) are thoughtfully given area wise.

The number of advertisements in this 300 pages book has come down from 40 last
year to 23 this year � thus increasing the value for your money! This Annual
publication for 2009 is available from Sri KV Chary, Chennai Ph 24981099 for a
nominal donation of Rs 100 plus postage. I would recommend this book to all
interested in Ageing related issues and the ordinary retiree looking for a handy
book giving addresses, phone numbers of products and service providers for his
specialized needs.
==========

#706

From: "Bert B" <berttheveteran@...>
Date: Sat Nov 7, 2009 10:53 pm
Subject: Please Aid Us In Helping Our Children Achieve Literacy!!

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#697

From: "funlightsupmylife" <funlightsupmylife@...>
Date: Sun Sep 27, 2009 2:54 pm
Subject: Shadowlight

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Shadowlight is the first book in Lynn Viehl's new series, Kyndred. The story
follows on from the Darkyn Series. Although I would suggest having read the
Darkyn series before starting this book it is possble to read it without the
reading the Darkyn. It follows the story of Jessa Bellamy and Gaven Matthias.
The book is amazingly well written, there is not only romance but also action.
Al the characters are well developed and have completely different
personalities. And although this is not a book that is about 'real' people, the
character and personalities of the characters in this book make this story seem
as though it is real. The plot is one that will come you on the edge of your
seat most of the time although sometimes it is a little slow. Overall this book
is a great read and this well make a great series hopefully.
Shadowlight by Lynn Viehl is due to be realised on October 6 2009

#696

From: Erin Coss <erincoss@...>
Date: Sun Sep 6, 2009 12:54 pm
Subject: Re: Hello from OHIO

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Hi Peggy! I'm in Delaware and LOVE IT! Feel free to email me.

Erin Coss
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#695

From: "windydayzzzzz" <dedicatedbookreviews@...>
Date: Sun Sep 6, 2009 2:35 am
Subject: Re: Hello everyone, I'm new here

windydayzzzzz

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You're welcome, Swamy.
I look forward to participating in discussions and hope to offer authors some
unique promotional opportunities that are customizable.
I'm so pleased to be a part of this group.
Thanks again.

Bobbie Crawford-McCoy



--- In Independent-Book-Reviews@yahoogroups.com, "swamyreviews"
<swamyreviews@...> wrote:
>
> Dear Bobbie,
>
> Thanks for the introduction and welcome to the group. Thanks for clarifying
that you are unable to accept books for review at "Book Reviews by Bobbie" your
free site. It is understood that Dedicated Book Reviews at
http://dedicatedbookreviews.blogspot.com is a paid site. When you sent your
first intro to the group, I was not sure whether to accept it or not since we
have not had an introduction for a paid service for quite some time and hence I
was in two minds about clearing that post. Thanks for understanding. I have
tweaked the group description to make our position clearer. We are not against
any one charging for their services. It is between them and the authors,
publicists etc.
>
> I hope you will enjoy your stay in this group.
>
> Best regards.
>
> Swamy
>
> Group owner and moderator
> Independent-Book-Reviewer
>
> http://swamyreviews.blogspot.com
>
>
> --- In Independent-Book-Reviews@yahoogroups.com, "windydayzzzzz"
<dedicatedbookreviews@> wrote:
> >
> >
> > My name is Bobbie Crawford-McCoy and I am a freelance writer and an
> > independent book reviewer.
> >
> > I review for Dedicated Book Reviews and Book Reviews By Bobbie. I am not
> > accepting titles for review at Book reviews By Bobbie, though.
> >
> > I'm not sure what else I should say other then I'm happy to be a member
> > of this group and I look forward to talking with you all.
> >
> > -Bobbie
> >
>

#694

From: "swamyreviews" <swamyreviews@...>
Date: Sat Sep 5, 2009 2:23 pm
Subject: Re: Hello everyone, I'm new here

swamyreviews

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Dear Bobbie,

Thanks for the introduction and welcome to the group. Thanks for clarifying that
you are unable to accept books for review at "Book Reviews by Bobbie" your free
site. It is understood that Dedicated Book Reviews at
http://dedicatedbookreviews.blogspot.com is a paid site. When you sent your
first intro to the group, I was not sure whether to accept it or not since we
have not had an introduction for a paid service for quite some time and hence I
was in two minds about clearing that post. Thanks for understanding. I have
tweaked the group description to make our position clearer. We are not against
any one charging for their services. It is between them and the authors,
publicists etc.

I hope you will enjoy your stay in this group.

Best regards.

Swamy

Group owner and moderator
Independent-Book-Reviewer

http://swamyreviews.blogspot.com

--- In Independent-Book-Reviews@yahoogroups.com, "windydayzzzzz"
<dedicatedbookreviews@...> wrote:
>
>
> My name is Bobbie Crawford-McCoy and I am a freelance writer and an
> independent book reviewer.
>
> I review for Dedicated Book Reviews and Book Reviews By Bobbie. I am not
> accepting titles for review at Book reviews By Bobbie, though.
>
> I'm not sure what else I should say other then I'm happy to be a member
> of this group and I look forward to talking with you all.
>
> -Bobbie
>

#693

From: "windydayzzzzz" <dedicatedbookreviews@...>
Date: Sat Sep 5, 2009 7:11 am
Subject: Hello everyone, I'm new here

windydayzzzzz

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My name is Bobbie Crawford-McCoy and I am a freelance writer and an independent book reviewer.

I review for Dedicated Book Reviews and Book Reviews By Bobbie. I am not accepting titles for review at Book reviews By Bobbie, though.

I'm not sure what else I should say other then I'm happy to be a member of this group and I look forward to talking with you all.

-Bobbie

#692

From: Peggy Ullman Bell <cronejay@...>
Date: Sat Sep 5, 2009 10:48 am
Subject: Re: Re: Hello from OHIO

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Hi Becky, welcome. Where in Ohio? I'm moving to Delaware, OH next month. Anywhere near there?

Peggy Jay

www.peggyullmanbell.com

"What would you attempt to do if you knew you could not fail?" anonymous

--- On Fri, 9/4/09, windydayzzzzz <dedicatedbookreviews@...> wrote:

From: windydayzzzzz <dedicatedbookreviews@...>
Subject: [Independent-Book-Reviews] Re: Hello from OHIO
To: Independent-Book-Reviews@yahoogroups.com
Date: Friday, September 4, 2009, 3:02 PM

--- In Independent- Book-Reviews@ yahoogroups. com, Becky Dice <writingforhim@ ...> wrote:
>
> Hi, how are you all doing? I just joined the group and thought I'd drop in and say hey. I would like to get acquainted with you all. You all are book reviewers. Cool! I'm a self-published author.
>
> Becky Dice
>

Hi Becky,

I'm new here too. It's nice to meet you! Have you released more then one book? :)
I am a freelance writer and an independent book reviewer.

Take care,

Bobbie

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#691

From: "windydayzzzzz" <dedicatedbookreviews@...>
Date: Fri Sep 4, 2009 8:02 pm
Subject: Re: Hello from OHIO

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--- In Independent-Book-Reviews@yahoogroups.com, Becky Dice <writingforhim@...>
wrote:
>
> Hi, how are you all doing? I just joined the group and thought I'd drop in and
say hey. I would like to get acquainted with you all. You all are book
reviewers. Cool! I'm a self-published author.
>
> Becky Dice
>

Hi Becky,

I'm new here too. It's nice to meet you! Have you released more then one book?
:)
I am a freelance writer and an independent book reviewer.

Take care,

Bobbie

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#690

From: "dharlanwilson" <dharlanwilson@...>
Date: Tue Sep 1, 2009 6:09 pm
Subject: Available for Review: PECKINPAH: AN ULTRAVIOLENT ROMANCE

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TITLE: Peckinpah: An Ultraviolent Romance
AUTHOR: D. Harlan Wilson (www.dharlanwilson.com)
PUBLISHER: Shroud (www.shroudmagazine.com)
DATE OF PUBLICATION: August 2009
ISBN-10: 098198942X
ISBN-13: 978-0981989426
PAGES: 116
GENRES: Postmodernism, Literary Fiction, Horror

COVER DESCRIPTION

Life in Dreamfield, Indiana, is a daily harangue of pigs, cornfields, pigs, fast
food joints, pigs, Dollar Stores, motorcycles, pigs, and good old-fashioned
Amerikan redneckery.  The decidedly estranged yet complacent occupants of this
proverbial smalltown go about their business like geriatrics in a casino ...
until their business is interrupted by a sinister gang of outsiders.  Angry,
slick-talking, and ultraviolent to the core, Samson Thataway and the Fuming
Garcias commit art-for-art's-sake in the form of hideous, unmotivated serial
killings.  When an unsuspecting everyman's wife is murdered by the throng, it is
up to Felix Soandso to avenge her death and return Dreamfield to its natural
state of absurdity.

BLURBS

"A bludgeoning celluloid rush of language and ideas served from an
action-painter's bucket of fluorescent spatter, Peckinpah is an incendiary gem
and very probably the most extraordinary new novel you will read this year."
ALAN MOORE, author of Watchmen, V for Vendetta, From Hell and The League of
Extraordinary Gentlemen

"D. Harlan Wilson's latest romp of a book, Peckinpah: An Ultravoilent Romance,
proves that Wilson is either a genius or a madman, in all likelihood a crazed
hybrid of both. A book that will delight Wilson's fans and mortally shock the
unintiated." ERIC MILES WILLIAMSON, author of Welcome to Oakland and East Bay
Grease

#689

From: "jrobertsltd" <jrobertsltd@...>
Date: Wed Sep 2, 2009 4:38 am
Subject: Available for Review � SENSUAL PARIS � a travel guide

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Available for Review � SENSUAL PARIS � a travel guide
2 September 2009
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SENSUAL PARIS � Sex, Seduction & Romance in the Sublime City of Light

by Jonathan LeBlanc Roberts

A Canadian-American, the author has lived abroad for the past decade, most of
that time in Paris.

Title: SENSUAL PARIS � Sex, Seduction & Romance in the Sublime City of Light
Genre: Travel Guide
Cover Design by Within Design Ltd.
Publisher: Breton Bay Publishing, London
Date Published: March 2009
Media/Pages: Paperback/163 pages
ISBN: 978-0-9558347-1-4

Product Description
Paris is often celebrated as the most seductive city in the world, synonymous
with pleasure, passion and romance. SENSUAL PARIS is a sassy guide to the city's
secret delights and hedonistic pleasures - from indulgent libertine clubs, to
ultra-sexy shopping, to seductive all-night soirees. Brimming with savvy,
insider advice unseen in mainstream guidebooks, the author provides a social and
cultural road map to the beguiling French capital - including: Intimate
restaurants and bistros selected for their sensual ambiance * Alluring boutique
hotels - perfect for a cozy, romantic vacation or a impassioned tryst *
Uber-chic bars & dance clubs * Private clubs & parties* Erotic cabarets and
risqu� entertainment venues * Relaxing day-spas for the ultimate in body care
and rejuvenation * Erotic museums, bookstores, boutiques and more.
So whether you are a romantic couple on an impassioned holiday or an
adventuresome, single traveler yearning to hookup with urbane locals and fellow
travelers, SENSUAL PARIS has something for you.

From the Publisher

People come to Paris to escape the tedium of their lives back home; to revel in
its fabled, old world ambiance and luminous sensuality. SENSUAL PARIS is written
for the "cosmopolitan grown-up" who seeks to better comprehend the liberal
attitudes, quirky sensibilities, and secret erotic fantasies of urbane
Parisians.

A Sample of Chapter Topics:

Chapter One: The Parisian Life - La Vie Parisienne * The French Culture * The
Sublime City * Seduction & Romance in the French Historical Context * Looking at
the French Stereotype
Chapter Two: Seduction French Style - a la Fran�aise * Sexual Mystique of the
Modern French Female * The French Male - By Means of Flattery, Wit & Charm * A
Few Lessons in Seduction: A Primer on Cross-Cultural Seduction for the Anglo or
American Man * A Primer on Cross-Cultural Seduction for the Anglo or American
Woman * The Mystique of the Mystique * Etiquette, Behavior and Customs
Chapter Three: French Attitudes - Sex & Sexuality * The French are Different
than Us * The Etiquette of Infidelity--France * The Etiquette of
Infidelity--America * Politics without the Sex Scandal
Chapter Four: Shopping - The Chic & Sexy Woman * Fine French Lingerie - The
Power to Seduce * Boutiques - Shopping for the Very Best Lingerie * A Primer for
Men - How to Purchase the Perfect Lingerie for your Wife, Girlfriend, or
Mistress * Zen of the High Heel - Sexy Shoes & Boots * The Very Fashionable New
Designer Sex Boutiques for the Ladies (Les Sex Toys)
Chapter Five - Hotels - Sensual & Romantic * Our Top Recommendations - Hotels
for Lovers
Chapter Six: Restaurants - Passionate Epicurean Pleasures * Our Top
Recommendations - Restaurants for Lovers
Chapter Seven: The Exuberant Parisian Nightlife * Trendy, Edgy, or Classic - the
Best Bars & Lounges * Dance Clubs - Crowded, Hot & Steamy or Cool & Uber-Chic -
Parisian Clubbing with Attitude * VIP Soir�es * All that Jazz * Erotic Cabarets
& Nightclubs
Chapter Eight: The Paris Day Spa - Indulgent Care of the Body * Relaxation,
Regeneration, Massage Therapy & World-Renowned French Skin Care and Anti-Aging
Treatments
Chapter Eleven: Erotic Clubbing * Paris Libertine Clubs * The Private Club (Club
Priv�) * Who attends the Clubs? * I Like to Watch * Club Entrance Policies &
Etiquette * Special Theme Evenings (Soir�es a Theme) * The New "Civilized" Strip
Tease Clubs * Strip Clubs for Ladies Only - Girls just want to have Fun
Chapter Fourteen: The Venal Pleasures
Chapter Fifteen: Sexy French Glossary & Phrase Book * Flirtation *  Salacious
Slang * Withering French Insults

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posting the review on Independent Reviews would be helpful as well. The
publisher can send an ebook via email immediately or a copy by snail mail. So
please specify your preference and provide either an email address or a mailing
address. NOTE: While fairly mild by today's standards, this guidebook deals with
some adult topics and is therefor intended solely for adults. It is not a family
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a copy.

You may send requests to the author at: jrobertsltd@...

#688

From: "swamyreviews" <swamyreviews@...>
Date: Tue Sep 1, 2009 3:12 am
Subject: An excellent book on money management

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Title: Enjoy Your Money!

Sub-Title: How to Make It, Save It, Invest It and Give It

Author: J. Steve Miller

Publisher: Wisdom Creek Press

ISBN: 978-0981875675

Genre: Non-Fiction / Money / Self-help

Review:

Many years ago, working as a Quality Control Engineer, I read "The Goal" by
Eliyahu Goldratt & Michael C.Gray.  I loved their approach � teaching
complicated management concepts in a novel format. I used to devour a novel a
day those days!

Later, I reviewed a similar business novel on Lean Manufacturing (see my review
of that at http://swamyreviews.blogspot.com/search?q=Lean+Strategies ). It did a
great job of explaining the concepts of "lean" and the benefits of "lean" to
business enterprises.  So, when an opportunity arose to review the present book,
I was quite enthusiastic. I am happy to report that my enthusiasm was not
misplaced!

Many years ago, I read and enjoyed The Only Investment Guide You Will Ever Need
by Andrew Tobias and greatly appreciated its wisdom. I have been a lazy investor
and thus in a way protected myself from the bull and bear cycles of Indian Stock
Market over the years and thus felt somewhat vindicated by the strategies that
Miller recommends.  If I could go back and relive my life, I would follow many
of Millers' recommendations beautifully brought out by his main character, an
older school teacher named Mrs. Kramer.  Her wisdom applies across borders and
across cultures.

Enjoy Your Money is one of the best and most complete resources for money
management at the personal level. Yet, the concepts are equally applicable to
any business of any scale. The book is divided into four parts: Investing Money,
Saving Money, Making Money and Enjoying Money (including giving it away to
causes that you believe in). You need to make money, save money and invest
today's money for a secure future. Then, you need to find the right value
systems in life (money is not the end; it is a means for the end). That message
comes through quite lucidly.

I loved the movie script or play format! It worked for this book, transforming a
large amount of research into an entertaining and easy read. The
characterization of the participants is quite good and the style is very good,
holding the reader's attention quite well. The book is well edited and nicely
printed with just a couple of errors that won't affect your enjoyment or
understanding. The Epilogue is quite surprising! I won't spoil your own
enjoyment by revealing it.

The book gives many other useful resources (websites, other books etc.) and thus
points you in the right direction if you want to explore further. The
biographical sketches (from Warren Buffett to Sam Walton to Led Zeppelin) are
informative and inspiring.

In summary, this is one of the best books on money management that I've ever
read. I strongly recommend it to one and all.

#687

From: Buzzy <buzzyevila@...>
Date: Sun Aug 30, 2009 2:24 pm
Subject: Re: New to group and new book blogger

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Buzzy

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From: Peggy Ullman Bell <cronejay@...>
Subject: Re: [Independent-Book-Reviews] New to group and new book blogger
To: Independent-Book-Reviews@yahoogroups.com
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2009, 6:35 PM

Glad to have you aboard.

Peggy [historical novelist]

www.peggyullmanbell .com

"What would you attempt to do if you knew you could not fail?" anonymous

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From: ljemus <circlebooks@ shaw.ca>
Subject: [Independent- Book-Reviews] New to group and new book blogger
To: Independent- Book-Reviews@ yahoogroups. com
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2009, 12:27 PM

Hi everyone! I am SUPER happy to have found this group! I started my book blog about 3 weeks ago and just love the book blogging community! I love to read reviews and share great books to read. I look forward to getting to know you all!

Lisa
www.bookblabbing. blogspot. com

#686

From: Peggy Ullman Bell <cronejay@...>
Date: Sat Aug 29, 2009 10:35 pm
Subject: Re: New to group and new book blogger

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Glad to have you aboard.

Peggy [historical novelist]

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"What would you attempt to do if you knew you could not fail?" anonymous

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From: ljemus <circlebooks@...>
Subject: [Independent-Book-Reviews] New to group and new book blogger
To: Independent-Book-Reviews@yahoogroups.com
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2009, 12:27 PM

Hi everyone! I am SUPER happy to have found this group! I started my book blog about 3 weeks ago and just love the book blogging community! I love to read reviews and share great books to read. I look forward to getting to know you all!

Lisa
www.bookblabbing. blogspot. com

#685

From: "ljemus" <circlebooks@...>
Date: Sat Aug 29, 2009 5:27 pm
Subject: New to group and new book blogger

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Hi everyone! I am SUPER happy to have found this group!  I started my book blog
about 3 weeks ago and just love the book blogging community!  I love to read
reviews and share great books to read.  I look forward to getting to know you
all!

Lisa
www.bookblabbing.blogspot.com