Books and Publications
Alone with Someone
Bill, a self-contained, romantic poet, becomes engulfed within the placidity of music. He finally finds hope for inspiration in a little more than a Melody. Feelings grow strong and so do little voices as Bill tries to engage in more than just writing about romance. He thinks that Melody may be the one inspiration that connects him to his soulmate but, does he truly feel this is true, or will his inner reflection, that little voice, silence the symphonies and cause him to be alone, with someone. Listen within as Bill tries to answer the questions we all face: How much do we question; How much do we debate; How long do we wait, Before our hearts Stop making memories Of our true soulmate.
Driving ROI
What's driving your ROI? Driving ROI sets the stage for driving excellence within your organization. Your path, position, and perspective influence where you add and find value in a business decision. Whether you are an executive, trainer, operator, or a member of the marketing team, you will find value in the surveys, summaries, and stories trapped within.
Most conversations about return on investments begin by someone telling you their method of calculating a dollar value for your efforts. ROI calculations have been based on subjectivity and cavalier approaches to assigning value to efforts.
The reality is we all contribute to a return. Sometimes, that contribution is positive. Sometimes, it is negative. Sometimes, we need to share our stories and connect them before we apply some formula or a calculation. Driving ROI provides important insight and connections to communication, listening, delivering, and integrating a distinct return to your investments.
Story Institute Presents - Ramblings & Verses: Volume I: Let Me Not Begin Anew
Whether you share short stories, knit novels, or compose poetry, you are constantly in search of a subject. Where do you find your inspiration? Where do you search for the sanity that is the focus of your piece? The challenge usually is finding something, someone, or some essence worthy enough to place on paper so that the goodness spills over the page into the minds and hearts of your readers. This anthology is filled with inspirations from talented writers who have shared their work with Story Institute. Authors in this volume include: Teri A. Murray, Skyler Wolf Jones, Rebecca Laskowitz, Jill Eisnaugle, E.D. Arrington, Amy Priddy, Yael K. Miller, Cacy Ann Minter, Courtney Lyn Blystone, Bryan Kaminsky, Aaron Eugene Lee, Joy Sheppard, Suzanne Grenoble, Timothy Russell, Jamie Lyn Waters, Lamar Cole, Crystal Robin Rose, Michele Lee Moyer, Damien Livingston, Cathy P. Staley, Jody McMaster, Kaylee Lynn Gates, Hannah Ruth Steadman, Frank Kilbourn
Thelma's Song
Thelma's Song is dedicated to the life and creativity of Thelma LaSalvia, John's Maternal Grandmother, who shared her love of family, growth of faith, and value of friendships with everyone she met.
Each poem provides a personal reflection and shines a light on a small portion of Thelma's journey through life and living. The words may seem simple, but the message is strong and insightful.