Flying Wings

3 Lessons from Coaching a 12-Year-Old Author 1— Writing is a Double-Faced Mirror It reflects both the author’s heart and the reader’s imagination. 2— Great Coaches Are Like Rearview Mirrors. They show you your blind spots but you decide which way to steer your vehicle (book) 3— Great Books Aren’t Written in Isolation. They are the result of a team work. Flying Wings is thrilled to announce our first children’s book: One Cent of Adventure: If A Penny Could Talk by Estrella Douhadji! Congratulations, Estrella! Your debut book is a beautiful reminder of the power of imagination and storytelling. We invite you all to support Estrella’s incredible journey. Find the link to get your copy in the comments below.

When my daughter first told me about her idea I didn’t take her seriously. The year was 2017, I was overwhelmed with The daunting process of publishing my first book. Back then, I thought she was just echoing my interests Since I talked about my project all the time. So, I didn’t make much of it at first. Today, I’m excited to share that My 12-year-old daughter is now a published author! Her debut book, One Cent of Adventure: If a Penny Could Talk Is now on presale and will be available on Amazon soon. Working with her taught me valuable lessons: — Supporting creativity without imposing my ideas — Helping someone reflect and reach their potential These are the same principles I apply When helping independent authors Find their voice and achieve Their publishing goals. To all aspiring authors out here in the community You can achieve your publishing dreams. If a 12-year-old girl can keep at it for seven years, so can you. I’m proud to share this milestone with her and with you. #Publishing #IndependantAuthors #FlyingWings

Rob Dean did it again! Robertson Dean has an extraordinary body of work in the world of voice talent. Yes, he narrated classics like Great Gatsby and yes, he has been honored with innumerable "Golden Headphones" awards. He has also brought hundreds of books to life with a voice tuned for storytelling and pleasant listening. His latest work narrating "Regarding Substance Abuse and Addiction" is another winner. He brings soft edges and clarity to a jagged, confusing subject. Couldn't be more pleased with his work yet again and am honored to have him on the "Regarding ..." team.

Do you know anyone challenged with substance abuse? We all do. I lost my only son to addiction. The journey was unpredictable, confusing and bewildering. There was so much I didn't know. It sure would have been easier if I had a better understanding of how things go with substance abuse. That is why I wrote Regarding Substance Abuse and Addiction. What You Need to Know. Drawing from my own experience, this book sheds light on the incomprehensible. Whether you're personally struggling or supporting someone who is, RSAA brings game-changing insights. Available on Amazon.

"Loving others is of the utmost importance in our lives. But how can you love others if you don't know how to love yourself?" - Kofi Douhadji There are so many sparkling nuggets in my friend Kofi's book Tiny Sparks that picking out one or two to share is tough. Self-love and the importance of cultivating it so that we be well + whole + shine, and also so that we have a full cup of love to offer others is truly a foundational skill and yet one that can be exceedingly tough to embrace. Everything else good is built on it, though. ? ? ? "Embrace your own papaya-ness... Your differences are what make you shine, so it's time to let your light shine bright" - Kofi Douhadji This is such a delightful way of teaching us the importance of embracing our natural gifts, who we uniquely and beautifully are, and living into them... vs. trying to be like every other tree in the world, and ultimately feeling hollow, disconnected, and never enough. Trying to be everything to everyone (except ourselves) is a one way to ticket to joyless, soul-crushing burnout. And loving ourselves requires knowing ourselves. Kofi's book is not only full of wisdom, inspiration, and love, it's also so beautifully designed that it makes an incredibly special gift to ourselves, as well as family and friends. Link to it in the comments! ? ? ? Hi I’m Cara E. Houser ?a.k.a. The Burnout Lady + Author of Burned Out to Lit Up: Ditch the Grind and Reclaim Your Life. Hit the ?? for more on burnout recovery,?life-work balance, and conscious leadership (and having fun whilst doing them)!