Books published by publisher Xlibris NZ

In his early in 20s, David Meltzer entered and quickly rose to the top of the business world. A born salesman and armed with a law degree, he was quickly flying around the globe to speak about his business philosophies. But his rapid success left him feeling empty and eventually heading into a personal downward spiral. Before he hit rock bottom, however, he became spiritually enlightened enabling him to transform his life. Beginning with his stint as CEO to the generally acknowledged first super sports agent Leigh Steinberg (Leigh was the basis for the movie, Jerry Maguire), David began to meld his newfound outlook with business. Upon starting a new venture, Sport 1 Marketing with Hall of Fame Quarterback Warren Moon, David was truly able to incorporate his philosophies into their business practice, and the business has thrived beyond any and all expectations. In Connect To Goodness, David reveals his Principles for success that will bring you the same peace and balance he enjoys in both business and in life, and which allow him to live by his mantra, make a lot of money, help a lot of people, and have a lot of fun.

Briggsy, the tuba, is one of the instruments in Miss Poppy’s music class. He’s often bullied and teased by the other instruments because they think he’s too big and too loud. Their antics make him unhappy, but he tries hard not to show it. When he’s not chosen to play in Miss Poppy’s classroom band, he begins to doubt himself, and wonders if what they say about him is true. Then one day something happens in music class, surprising everyone, even the instrument bullies. What does it mean for Briggsy? Will he at last feel like he belongs?

Taniwha Creek is a great place to grow up, and Kaz, JT, and Tai love nothing better than to spend lazy afternoons hanging at their favorite waterhole. They have a passion for touch rugby and are super determined to win the upcoming tournament and the grand prize: passes to the new theme park, Extreme Water! But theres a problem. The coachs nephew Kade is a spoiled brat who ruins every game with his selfish play and embarrassing tantrums. As the boys try to figure out how theyre going to win, they notice strange things going on at the local waterhole. Was that an eel wrapped around Kades legsor something worse? Do logs mysteriously change direction as they spin? Or is that a freak of nature?Join the fun, mystery, and adventure that take place at Taniwha Creek!

The Civil War was a critical point in American history. This book makes that important era entertaining for all ages, especially children. Through the use of comic book style illustrations, the reader can visually learn about the various battles Grant and Lee fought. Throughout this journey, a selected few battles are chosen to follow a narrative of Generals Grant and Lee, who eventually collide against one another. What sets this book apart from other renditions of the historical era is the unique perspective of Grant and Lee represented as Superheroes; both Generals character strengths and flaws are represented through symbolic nuances throughout the text. Each General uses his powers in hand-to-hand combat or bombarding one another into oblivion. While watching these army commanders become Superheroes, history has never been more fun to learn.

The story takes place in the community of the Ancient and Honourable Odd Feathers (Birds other than Cormorants) and Tree Nesters, (Cormorants) Tararu Chapter. Many years ago the community was set up and run on the principles of The Peaceful Village, a lifestyle which was introduced by the ancient philosopher Pied Shagarus. Things go smoothly until some riff-raff moves in to the community. They start encouraging the adolescent birds to rebel against their individual familys traditions.Guano creates problems for the community, and the Elders, who form the governing body for the community, come up with a unique way of atoning for the damage caused by their enormous guano deposits. They decide to hold an Open Day at the river mouth. The open day is named Shag-Nani-Gans Day. The Elders arrange for a bouncy fishing net for the unfledged chicks which is a huge success, together with some other entertainment which is also enjoyed by all. The idea is to donate the profits from Shag-Nani-Gans Day to the Thames Coast Road Beautification Society.The last item on the official programme is a Fly Past by the Pied Pilots, a team of talented juveniles with the idea being to showcase their skills as Pilots. However, the Pied Pilots have other ideas. Suffice to say the residents at Tararu are extremely embarrassed by this shocking display. At the meeting of Feathered Families Without Fuss, following the disgraceful display, the troublesome nature of the juvenile birds is the topic of the day. It is plain to see that Something Must Be Done.The Chairperson of the Month is instructed to write to the Elders and ask for help with this vexing problem. The Elders, in turn, write to their friend and Peacekeeper, Trafalgar Tross, asking him to help them with this growing problem. Trafalgar visits his friend Aldersmith Albatross to see if he can help out with a solution. Aldersmith agrees to help out but despite his best efforts he just cant communicate with the juveniles. The Generation Gap is there for all to see and anarchy rears its ugly head. The Pied Pilots stage a walk out, and they refuse to have anything more to do with Aldersmith.How do the residents respond to this, bearing in mind they have sworn to uphold the teachings of Pied Shagarus?Aldersmiths health suffers badly after being rejected by the Pied Pilots. He gets Bone shatter, which is very similar to arthritis and is treated in much the same way.When the tide recedes each day, it leaves some large pools of seawater which become deliciously warm from the sun. These pools give a great deal of relief to sufferers of Boneshatter and similar complaints. Whilst in the pools there is a terrible mid-air collision between Sirpee and one of the Pied Pilots. Sirpee, who is rendered senseless, wakes up to find himself cuddled up in Aldersmiths lap. Sirpee was hoping to bang into Aldersmith as Sirpee was aware that Aldersmith has a great deal of knowledge about flying, however Sirpee is extremely embarrassed that it is in this way.When Sirpee recovers from his very bruised ego, he asks Aldersmith if he would like to join in and launch The Pied in the Sky Flying Academy (The P.I.T.S) with him.From there the plot thickens.The P.I.T.S Academy is opened and all goes well until Fly Out Day. The great Aldersmith is missing. Where is he?And who are those dreadful Pirate Birds on board The Jolly Scoundrel. Do they have anything to do with Aldersmiths disappearance? Packer the Hacker and his gang of Black Shags have a part to play in all this. But can they be trusted?There is only one way to find out. Read the story and be enlightened!Welcome to Tararu, where the fun starts.

You are more than your dress size! I have personally found out that self esteem and self love are an inside job. I did not have a road map for my journey of recovery from an eating disorder. I share with you, the reader, my roller coaster ride. Through trial and error, I found my way. As a woman recovering from an eating disorder, trauma or addiction, you too are likely to need a roadmap for your journey. FRIED, FRENZIED, FRAZZLED! will make you stand up and pay attention. When you learn the Four Principles for Success you will have a roadmap to help you maximize success and minimize stress in your life. Filled with stories of women survivors of trauma, eating disorders and addictions, Dr. Blakeley shows you how countless other women have discovered their pathway to success by following her Four Principles for Success. The book is filled with Strategies for Success that will help you reinforce your strengths while you learn to minimize stress. If you would like to share your story, you can send it to drlindablakeley@aol.com or go to my website Drlindablakeley.com.

It is my prayer that all of you who read this text will be truly blessedas well as inspired! I appeal to you to learn the names of The AncientAncestral Mothers and be blessed; for, they promised they will blessanyone who knows their names; any one who call their names; they willbless any one who doable (put their Ori/Head) to the ground or floor inhonor of them and receive your blessings. Do these things for all nationsand generations know of them!I am in hopes that each of you will have a deeper insight and appreciationof Divine Feminine Energy (DFE) the Universal Ase of all existence. Thisis your opportunity to rise to another spiritual dimension and excel aboveEarthly Trappings.Give thanks to Yeye Osun for she is the first Iyami. She houses the DivineFeminine Energy in her sacred cauldron i.e. womb.

In the heat of the summer, when Blueberries are at their finest, you should wander down the path that crosses the Big Meadow. If you are careful and quiet, you will see the strangest party you can imagine. Animals of all types now gather at the far end, near the creek bank. They bring food of all kinds. But everyone agrees that their favorite snack is the Blueberries!For a day or two they forget the cares and troubles of the world. They enjoy each other’s company and get to know each other. And I think that with each passing year, the Big Meadow becomes a better place to live. The Big Meadow: Home of Heroes and Friends!