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Audio Book Review: “The Sword” By Bryan M. Litfin

“The Sword” Book One in the Chiveis Trilogy series written by Bryan M. Litfin has been released in audiobook format by Christian Audio and is available from them at Christian Audio (
http://christianaudio.com
) and is narrated by Ray Porter.

From the back cover: Book One in the Chiveis Trilogy

Four hundred years in the future a deadly virus and colossal nuclear war destroyed the modern world. Surviving societies have returned to a chivalrous age of swords and horses. The breathtaking mountain kingdom of Chiveis lives in peace, protected from the outside world and obedient to its own gods. Though a noble civilization has emerged, Christianity has been forgotten–until a mysterious book is found. When an army scout and a beautiful farmer’s daughter discover an ancient copy of the Bible, everything starts to change in Chiveis. As old beliefs give way to new faith a small group of believers encounters fierce persecution–and some of the kingdom’s darkest secrets.

“The Sword” is not a fantasy novel. That is to say there are no dragons, flying horses, elves or anything of that kind. I don’t mean to imply that those are bad, fantasy has its place but “The Sword” is science fiction like they used to write. A deadly virus and nuclear war has almost wiped out mankind. Now we fast forward 400 years and mankind has given up its industrial age and reverted back to a feudal lifestyle. Certainly less stressful but somehow mankind has forgotten God and is off worshipping gods of their own making. However a Bible is discovered and God is reintroduced. Now the people are divided into two camps-Those that cling to the old ways and those that believe and the persecution that develops. “The Sword” is an exciting adventure and I am looking forward to the listening to the rest of the series.

It is an injustice to say that Ray Porter is the reader of this book. Ray Porter brings his soothing voice and manages to bring to life what was originally written on pages. Mr. Porter skillfully and artistically weaves different inflections and intonations into each character permitting the reader to stop listening to an audio book and become part of the story itself. Mr. Porter does a magnificent job of creating the emotion of the moment as we travel through what Mr. Litfin had written.

I, personally, do not have time to just sit and read all the books that I would like to read so audiobooks make my life much easier. I can take the book with me in the car and play it while I am driving to work or to the store. We need the ability to fill up our commute with good Christian material that will allow us to expand our world and gain new insight into what is going on around us. Christian Audio meets that need.

If you would like to listen to interviews with other authors and professionals please go to www.kingdomhighlights.org where they are available On Demand.

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Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this audiobook free from Christian Audio. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 <
http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html
> : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Book Review: “The Money Saving Mom’s Budget” by Crystal Paine

April 3, 2012 at 11:44 pm | Posted in Audiobooks | Leave a comment
Tags: Book Review, Non-Fiction

Crystal Paine in her new book “The Money Saving Mom’s Budget” published by Oasis Audio gives us ways to Slash Your Spending, Pay Down Your Debt, Streamline Your Life, and Save Thousands a Year. The book has been released in audiobook format and is available from them at Christian Audio (
http://christianaudio.com
) and is narrated by the author Crystal Paine.

From The Back Cover: From one of Nielsen’s Top 50 Power Moms comes advice you can take to the bank—literally! Crystal Paine, who has helped busy women everywhere take control of their finances, presents her most effective strategies designed for families of all sizes and income levels. With hundreds of inspiring “why didn’t I think of that?” tips, plus worksheets, Paine breaks down your goals into easy, manageable steps so you can:

Achieve a complete financial makeover
Set up a realistic budget
Never pay retail
Slash your grocery bill
Organize your time & your home
Use coupons wisely
Pay with cash only
Live simply
Become debt free
Choose contentment
Make every dollar count

“The Money Saving Mom’s Budget” covers topics like: getting back on track financially, how to make a budget and how to stick to a budget, how to get your home organized and thus have a more orderly life, how to save on groceries without couponing, and learning to be content.

I would recommend this book for “newbies” to the budgeting world, as well as those of you who already know how to use these principles. I may have already known much of what is in this book but it was worth my time to listen to this book and hear it again.

“What I love about the audio edition of The Money Saving Mom’®s Budget is that I can listen to it on the go – on my run, in the car, or while I’m folding laundry. AND … I love that it comes with the downloadable worksheets. I am able to work through those while listening to Crystal speak. So helpful. Perfect for my busy schedule.” –Anne, blogger (and reformed budget breaker!)

Celebrate with Crystal by entering her iPad2 Giveaway (a GREAT tool to keep track of your budget!) and RSVPing to the Live Webcast Event on 4/5!

One savvy winner will receive:

A Brand new iPad2
The Money Saving Mom‘s Budget by Crystal Paine, audio edition

Enter today by clicking one of the icons below. But hurry, the giveaway ends 4/4/12. Winner will be announced at The Money Saving Mom’s Live Webcast Event on 4/5. Crystal will be hosting an evening of chat, laughter and encouragement – bring your friends! She’ll share tips and advice and her husband will be joining her to share how the principles Crystal outlines in her book have dramatically impacted their family life. She’ll also be giving away some GREAT prizes: gift certificates, books, and much more!

So grab your copy of The Money Saving Mom®’s Budget and join Crystal and friends on the evening of April 5th for an evening of fun of learning, sharing and encouragement.

Don’t miss a moment of the fun. RSVP TODAY and tell your friends via FACEBOOK or TWITTER and increase your chances of winning. Hope to see you on the 5th!

Want more info about the MSM?

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If you would like to listen to interviews with other authors and professionals please go to www.kingdomhighlights.org where they are available On Demand.

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http://www.kingdomairwaves.org

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Litfuse Publicity Group. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 <
http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html
> : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Audio Book Review: “The Ultimate Journey” By Jim Stovall

August 19, 2011 at 12:06 am | Posted in Audiobooks | Leave a comment
Tags: Book Review, Christian Fiction

“The Ultimate Journey” Book Three in the Ultimate series written by Jim Stovall has been released in audiobook format by Christian Audio and is available from them at Christian Audio (
http://christianaudio.com
) and is narrated by Paul Michael.

Jason Stevens has lived through both “The Ultimate Gift” and “The Ultimate Life” and has learned quite a bit about life and the living of it from experience and from video made especially for him by his grandfather, Red Stevens. Now in this last adventure Jason and his new bride, Alexia are given a journal of Red Stevens, Jason’s grandfather and their life picks up again. If you read the first two books in this series then you know that there are twelve journeys each of us takes and Red’s journal and DVD take the young couple through each of these journeys again. Each chapter has something from Jason, Alexia, Red and Red’s Chauffeur and each has something new to teach us about living. As with each of the previous books there are gems in each journey that we should learn to take with us as these books are both fiction and parables combined.

It is an injustice to say that Paul Michael is the reader of this book. Paul Michael brings his soothing voice and manages to bring to life what was originally written on pages. Mr. Michael skillfully and artistically weaves different inflections and intonations into each character permitting the reader to stop listening to an audio book and become part of the story itself. Mr. Michael does a magnificent job of creating the emotion of the moment as we travel through what Mr. Stovall had written.

If you would like to listen to interviews with other authors and professionals please go to www.kingdomhighlights.org where they are available On Demand.

To listen to 24 hours non-stop, commercial free Christian music please visit our internet radio station www.kingdomairwaves.org