REACHING OUT IN WAYS THAT MATTER - TRUE STORIES FROM TALES2INSPIRE ~ THE AGATE COLLECTION

BOOK TITLE: Tales2Inspire ~ The Agate Collection

SUBTITLE; Stories of Reaching Out

AUTHOR OF BOOK: Anthology of Tales2Inspire Winning Authors

GENRE: Memoirs

ISBN: 979-8271835896

SERIES: Tales2Inspire Gem Collection anthologies

PAGE COUNT:116 pages

PUBLISHER: Independently published 

AMAZON or FAVE LINK to BUY BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Tales2Inspire-Agate-Collection-Stories-Reaching/dp/B0FZ8T9S6T/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.NVaKQz9oMj0alqVvFJKim4MSHvLSgmdEYIcCZMNN8c2XXEo2mGebK0_SSyB-sPTumAdi5vjAyjgSIbe__l5HxWedzWUWkH3ShXaX81diZArKq7HQZxY9ScR4KtSx5-7v4Qxd04BiaUAKwLqU6d4CdLDOVX91GOL2OvBgc3P1d20AsiE5EIylQ0KEpRIGSFdoG1VkfF6EEYDfeO6s6GOjO511D6ddSGehhszvPF9dppk.mC5vMCSs0iZGuvT7vU3BZpMaak8b7Nfv9NwQ1-yiYyA&dib_tag=se&keywords=Tales2Inspire+Collection&qid=1788263171&s=books&sr=1-1

REVIEWER’S NAME : Jorge Barboza

PERMISSION TO REPRINT X Yes

THE REVIEW ITSELF: 

Tales2Inspire: The Agate Collection is a compact but powerful anthology built around one of humanity's most essential instincts: connection. The stories here span remarkable range. What unites them is that "reaching out" looks different in every story. Sometimes bold, sometimes anonymous, sometimes unexpected. That variety is precisely what makes this collection so affecting. These are award-winning stories for good reason: they earn their emotion honestly.

A beautifully human little book. Read it slowly.

By Jorge Barboza, Originally for Amazon.com

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: 

 Lois W. Stern, TheNewBookReview Associate and Facilitator, is the founder, editor and contributor to Tales2Inspire, an 'Authors Helping Authors' project to help aspiring writers on their paths to discovery. As such, she has now published twelve award winning Tales2Inspire® treasured Gem Collection anthologies of her contest winners' stories. Lois is a multi award winning author herself, whose work has been featured in the New York Times, Newsday, Long Island Press, Barnard Magazine, on Local Access TV and in live presentations in varied venues. As TheNewBookReview review coordinator, Lois serves as an outreach to help other authors brand themselves as authors of talent. 

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ABOUT THE REVIEWER:

Jorge Barboza was born in Maracaibo, Venezuela in 1981, with a deep appreciation for his country's culture and Latin American history, which serves as a constant inspiration for his writings. As a young child, he cherished moments spent in a hammock by his grandfather's side, where he would regale him with stories while gently rocking him to sleep. His storytelling focused on the extraordinary achievements of ordinary individuals, and his narrative style influenced Jorge's own works, in aiming to provide readers with an uplifting, well-crafted, yet humble experience.

In 2007, Jorge was fortunate enough to win a Latin Grammy as a producer for the best music video, which opened doors for him to pursue his dreams in the USA, where he relocated in 2008. Since then, Jorge has had the honor of receiving recognition for his screenwriting, including being named a finalist and semifinalist in esteemed festivals such as Hollyshorts and Raindance.

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This Review for Tales2Inspire ~ The Diamond Collection - Series II Says It All!!

Now the recipient of a National Indie Excellence (NIEA) Finalist Award

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Author’s Name: Lois W. Stern (Creator, editor, contributor)

Author’s email: tales2Inspire2@gmail.com

Title of Book: TALES2INSPIRE ~ THE DIAMOND COLLECTION - SERIES II

The complete editions of the Ruby (Gifts of Compassion) and Sapphire (Timeless Memories)  Collections under one cover 

Number of pages: 268

Age/Interest level: 10 +

• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1507618050
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1507618059

Amazon link: bit.ly/3sQ8AbO

Reviewed by: Foluso Falaye 

Posted on: Readers' Favorite

Review: Tales2Inspire: The Diamond Collection - Series II is created by Lois W. Stern is a riveting collection of nonfiction short stories by award-winning authors. Each story inspires consciousness, empathy, and appreciation for the little things we take for granted. The book is divided into two sections. The first part focuses on stories of compassion while the second one is about timeless memories. In one story, we see how training dogs helps in teaching dropouts to be responsible. Another story reveals the effect of the horrors of the Holocaust on a survivor. An assistant DA shares the values he stands by while relating an encounter with some good-looking burglars. As these stories are told, each author is introduced with an "about the author" page that follows their brilliant contribution. We experience their amazing stories and connect with their important memories, as well as the life-changing messages they hold.

I found several parts of the book quite relatable, especially being judged by a lover's parent for having different hair. Additionally, I loved that each story doesn't have too many characters or themes but maintains a concise structure that allows for quick assimilation and deep intrigue. The collection includes themes of family, loss, health challenges, pets, sports, mental illness, and romance. Apart from the stories, readers are engaged with the book's other fantastic features, including book club discussion questions, pictures of protagonists and authors, and an "about" section. I loved all the tales so much that I am now convinced that everyone should tell their story. Like the authors in Tales2Inspire: The Diamond Collection Series II, everyone has a profound experience of life that sheds light on what truly matters. All nonfiction short story fans will be happy to read this beautiful, heartwarming book by Lois W. Stern.