​Too many people are feeling lost and disillusioned.  Cindy believes that, despite the hate and cruelty that surrounds her, beauty can be found if we look for it.  In this collection of poems, she shares her belief that a smile or a bit of understanding can change the world.  One act of kindness, one smile, brightens everything it touches.  

​Jared’s twin brother has physical and mental limitations. 
Despite being born with Cerebral Palsy, Tim battles mental and physical impairments, while he strives to live a normal life. Spending a day with the brothers, will make medical conditions, such as Tim’s, easier to understand.

Do you know someone with disabilities?  Basic life skills, such as getting dressed or brushing teeth can be difficult for them to do.  Some people may appear a little different on the surface, but isn’t what’s on the inside that counts? 

Jared’s twin brother has special limitations.  Tim can barely stand and has not yet learned basic speech.  He uses a wheelchair, lacking the ability to move himself. 
Despite being born with Cerebral Palsy, Tim battles mental and physical impairments, while he strives to live a normal life.  Whether it’s exercising weak muscles, trying to learn sign language, or merely playing with his twin, brother Jared, Tim always tries to fit in. 

Best Buddies for Life is a valuable, social awareness tool.  The story depicts a realistic bond of family love, tolerance and acceptance that influences a child struggling through multiple handicaps.  It also portrays the hurtful actions of others who don’t understand his disabilities. The story is told through the devoted eyes of the healthy, seven-year-old, brother.  The story captures the solid foundation which supports a child living with multiple impairments, and the results of a nurturing lifestyle.   
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Having a family member who has disabling disabilities could be a challenge for some, but spending a day with these two brothers, will make medical conditions such as Tim’s easier to understand.

Are you ready to change your life?
Are you ready to learn how to free your mind, reach your brain’s full potential, change negative thoughts into positive ones, and achieve great success?
According to the National Science Foundation, an average person has about 12,000 to 60,000 thoughts per day, most are negative and repetitive. The human mind is powerful. However, often limited to what you might accomplish by the restrictions of repetitive negative thoughts such as doubt, uncertainty, anger, and fear.

Neuroplasticity is the ability of your brain to form and reorganize synaptic connections and optimize its neural networks. This book teaches you how to change the way your brain works to accomplish more, even if you don’t have any experience in cognitive flexibility, neuroscience, or brain plasticity. Your thoughts alone are the keys to open the secret doors of your brain and unleash the power of neuroplasticity.

From this easy-to-follow comprehensive guide, you will learn how your brain works and adapts to changes. Learn how you can turn negative thoughts into positive ones. Learn how you can change your self-limiting beliefs and unhealthy habits. Learn how the Law of Attraction works. Learn to engage your brain in deleting the neural connections that are no longer necessary or useful, and strengthening the necessary ones. Learn how to free your mind to reach your full mental potential.
What you learn will change your life!

The authors, bloggers, reviewers and helpers of the writers' community who help and support authors for free, out of the goodness of their hearts, are rarely mentioned or appreciated.

12 people were nominated to be included in the Hall of Fame to honor them for their dedicated work of helping Indie Writers. Read about them on the page link below:

JB Richards is an historian and international multi-award-winning, multi-genre author who holds degrees in History and Psychology. She has published two historical fiction novels about the life of Christ, two LGBT fantasy novels, and a revenge thriller centered in Appalachia. She’s currently working on a variety of multi-genre novels and book series’.
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Richards is the founder and CEO of the Indies Helping Indies Book Review Project (#IHIBRP)—providing Indie authors with free book reviews and promotional services, and the Indieverse Resource Library—a free eLibrary consisting of book-related topics and author services. She regularly hosts the #IndieBookParade—a holiday-themed Facebook event that brings together Indie authors and readers. Richards is also the editor of Indieverse Newsletter—a newsletter geared toward readers and writers.

Jeannie is a lifelong resident of Manchester, New Hampshire, where she lives with her husband of 35-years, her son, and her rambunctious but lovable pups, Ayden, and Spirit.
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Jeannie helps authors on her website and Facebook page with free author services—including the Indies Helping Indies Book Review Project (#IHIBRP) and the Indieverse Resource Library (#IRL) that provides great help for authors.

 “The writing bug bit me on a rainy afternoon when I couldn’t find any new book to read. My daughter had enough of my moping around and snapped at me, “Mom, stop whining! If you haven’t a book to read, then write one.” Her challenge shocked me, but I started playing with the idea and I’ve been writing stories, that I like to read, ever since.”

Erika loves to dance to her own tunes and follow her dreams, introduces her story writing skills and her books that are based on creative imagination with themes such as alternate history, urban fantasy, cozy mystery, sweet romance and supernatural stories. Her children’s stories are informative, educational, and deliver moral values in a non-preachy way.

“I followed my dream to become a writer. As an artist, I paint pretty pictures with my brushes, and as a writer, I paint vivid pictures with my words.”

Erika helps authors with organizing Anthologies and group promotions in her Online Magazines, as well as giving a helping hand with tutorial videos and advice in her numerous Facebook groups.

We were happy to assist Slate throughout the publishing process of his great paranormal thriller novel. We designed the book cover, the interior of the book, assisted with publishing the eBook and print on different sites, and set up the audiobook. We also designed a new release video and a great looking website for Slate.
Best of luck and lots of sales, Slate!

Several people’s lives are cosmically interwoven by a violent game. It brings destruction and death to anyone who crosses its path. No one is safe.  Where does destiny end and when does fate take over?
Jonas had been on the run since he was thirteen. A group pursued him, but he didn’t know why. Yet, he knew that if they’d ever find him, he will die. He lived a solitary life to survive until his dreams began. Each dream revealed a new piece of an ever-widening puzzle. A mystery woman haunted his slumber, drawing him closer to the destiny he knew and feared.
Tammy's life was drastically altered by an encounter in a dark alley. She had seen what no one else in the world had lived to tell about. When it was time to act, she had faltered and feared for her life. Could she tell the world what she had witnessed, and would anyone believe her? How could she live with the knowledge that made her life a living hell?
Stacey had won the lottery, and everyone wanted a piece of it. The only person she felt she could trust was her best friend, Tammy. However, Tammy began having serious problems after the terrible night in the alley. Stacey had decided to hire a bodyguard to protect them. But, before long, she developed romantic feelings for their protector, which distracted them from their main concern... keeping Tammy safe.
What will become of these people whose lives are intertwined by destiny and fate into a fierce game? With lives on the line, and devastation on the horizon is anything or anyone safe? It’s only where destiny lands that you can find The Fated.
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Our author, artist, designer, Erika M Szabo, helped Dr. Willett throughout the entire publishing process. She designed the book cover and book interior, illustrations, and logo. Also, she created accounts for Dr. Willett on the publishing sites, got ISBNs, and assisted to self-publish his book.

“Fatherhood Fight or Flight is a riveting, impactful, thought-provoking read for all who would consider fatherhood. Dr. Michael Willet is an educator, trainer, and spiritual motivator, who passionately shares his wisdom to encourage fathers to put forth the effort to reinforce family values. If you desire to make a difference or know someone with the potential to benefit from fatherly advice, share this manual.”
—Bishop Eric P. Brown
Senior Pastor, Victory Faith Cathedral, Inc.
Vice-Presiding Bishop, Victory Deliverance Fellowship of Churches

“Dr. Michael Willett is a man full of wisdom, and he is always eager to share it with others. He knows what it is to turn tragedy into an opportunity for service.”
—Prof. Christopher Muhammad

“Our young males need proper training to become men and, ultimately, become effective fathers. Fatherhood Fight or Flight is the tool that can assure that growth process.”
—Jerald LeVon Hoover
Adjunct Prof. and Award-winning Author of My Friend, My Hero

“Dr. Michael Willett's example as a mentor, leader, martial artist, and a man of God has inspired me. I have read Man by Choice, Male by Birth and am blessed to be a father of children and surrogate father to many in the community. The truth, experience, and knowledge that I received in his first publication kept me rooted in my responsibilities as the father of my children, first and foremost. I have since grown to become a father-figure (Sensei Hunt Karate Instructor) to many in the community of Laurelton, New York. If you are looking to guide and direct the next generation of young people, I strongly recommend this book. It will be the priceless investment for your family library.”
—Jeff Hunt, Sensei
Laurelton, New York.

“Dr. Michael Willett's first book Man by Choice, Male by Birth, was a knockout. Understanding this, as I do, the wisdom his second book, Fatherhood Fight or Flight, should be equally as explosive.”
—Bishop J. K. Jefferson
Sunday Morning Manger
At Old Skool 102.9FM
Orangeburg, SC
Community Broadcasts, LLC

“Fatherhood Fight or Flight is an excellent tool for the countless black men that are seeking guidance on their fatherhood journey.”
—Shontai Hollingsworth-Miller
Youth Development Manager

“This book has all the makings of a bestseller. Get it now!”
—Dr. Joe Jones
Ph.D. in martial arts,
61 years practicing martial arts

“We live in dangerous times because men have made children but have neglected to father them. We see our youth decimated in our community through gang violence and drug abuse. I believe with all my heart that we, as men, must find a way to engage our young men with real and positive alternatives to the false narrative that the OGs are feeding them. We have enough intellect, but the question is: do we have the will? I thank Dr. Willett for his endeavor to impact men with this clarion call.”
—Bishop Robert L. Williams
Salt of the Earth Ministries, Inc.

Eartha Watts Hicks

5.0 out of 5 stars A TIMELESS STORY OF BROTHERHOOD IN THE INNER-CITY
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2018Verified Purchase
My Friend, My Hero is a much-needed tale of friendship, brotherhood, other relationship dynamics, and positive influence. Black culture chides that 'it takes a village to raise a child.' Somehow, there so few stories of the results of being nurtured by village, when and how that child emerges, and how often that child returns, gives back and uplifts the community. The focus on sports superstars is most often on their talent, ability, wealth, and bling—rarely the struggle, sacrifices, personal responsibilities, commitment to excellence, drive, and restraint. And how often are these precious stories in books written about young black boys? Those within the nucleus of youth sports know the support system that needs to be in place to shape individual players into a team and drive that team to victory. My Friend, My Hero beautifully captures that dynamic with edge-of-the-seat intrigue, as the dangers Bennett faced, pop up one after the other. This is an excellent coming of age story for kids of any age, reminding us that some of our heroes are right at home.

Eartha Watts Hicks
active member of the Harlem Writers Guild
Editor at Harlem World Magazine

JEAN WIDLY CELINE

5.0 out of 5 stars A rollercoaster ride of joy and sorrow
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2020Verified Purchase
This book is an eye opening on the current issues that young people particularly from low income families face almost everyday. Many try hard to escape the roads of drugs, gang etc..., but soon succumb to the pressure of a system structured against them. Bennett was a hero but also a martyr. This book is a great read about love, friendship, loyalty, resilience and self esteem. I highly recommend it.

“The message is clear, as it delivers its lessons on living and inspires young people to truly live according to their beliefs, stand firmly on their own ground, and not merely be a follower in the crowd.”
Mentor Magazine

“A very courageous account of what it means to be a young person today. Hoover focuses on the importance of relationships, staying in school, fair play, and setting positive goals. This is truly a story of self-respect and friendship, woven with intelligence and maturity.”
William C. Pratella, PhD
Former Superintendent of Schools, Mount Vernon, NY

“My Friend, My Hero is worth anyone’s investment in the reading arena. It speaks not only to young hearts, but to all hearts, all ages, and all stages.”
Rev. Dr. Cecil L. “Chip” Murray
F.A.M.E Church, Los Angeles, CA

“There’s a little comedy, a little drama, a little suspense, and a little mystery, with the end result being a story that’s not only entertaining, but enlightening. My Friend, My Hero is a wonderful first novel.”
Blackboard African-American Bestsellers, Inc.

“Congratulations on your remarkable book. It reaches into the soul, and it’s something that every young person should read. This book shows your remarkable ability as a writer. In my opinion, you deserve the Pulitzer Prize.”
Lady D. Madison
United House of Prayer

“This is a candid story of life and death. My Friend, My Hero could be a fine tool for analytical problem-solving dialog in any contemporary classroom.”
Marcia de Chadenedes
Centrum Education ProgramsEartha Watts Hicks

It always makes me happy when I help authors to fulfill their dreams of publishing their first book. Anthony's story is very special, an honest biography of a teenager who made bad choices and paid for his mistakes.
Erika M Szabo,
Owner of Golden Box Books Publishing

He was nine years old when he first stood before a judge; he was told if he ever entered a courtroom again, he would receive a harsher sentence---he was back the following year. At ten years old, he coped out and served four years in an Upstate juvenile detention center. Once home, he chose to enter the only life he knew. His father and uncles fell ill, he was left to protect his godfather, assuming the title given to him by court papers, he became the enforcer for the family. Jealously and envy by an outsider, he was a fugitive of the law. Coming back to see his girl, at an address only few people knew, he was caught, put on trial, and sentenced to twenty-five years to Life. This is the story of Anthony Green.

He was imprisoned for the sins of three men. For more than two-decades the story of one of the biggest murders in Brooklyn was locked away twenty-seven plus years in an Upstate prison. Released on September 9th, six-years ago from Shawangunk Correctional Facility, the paperwork of Anthony Green tells the story. ​

The eBook has already gained high ranking on Amazon,
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Back in late 2016 I was looking to self-publish my novel, Mad Shadows 2: Dorgo the Dowser and the Order of the Serpent. At the time I just didn’t know where to turn or who to hire to not only design and create a cover for my book, but to set it all up for me for paperback and Kindle editions, and at a reasonable price, too.

A friend suggested I contact Erika M Szabo and Golden Box Books Publishing Services. So I did, and that was the start of something very cool that I certainly never expected to happen in my writing and publishing experience.

Right out of the gate Erika and I were in sync. I gave her a few of my ideas on what I was looking for in a book cover and she immediately went to work. She works fast, too. Faster than I expected and could have hoped for.

Within a week or so she had a few variations on the cover I envisioned, and she must have been reading my mind because in each one she captured the essence of the novel and what I was looking for. Book covers are often more representative of a book than they are scenes literally taken from the story and transferred into a visual image. Erika managed to do both: the essence of my story was there, as well as certain elements that captured the mood and theme of my book. Not only that, she took my poorly self-drawn map of the world in which my story takes place and created something truly outstanding.

Working with Erika was a great experience. She’s highly professional, extremely talented and was very patient with me. She was all finished and waiting for me to finish my final proof and edit of my manuscript. Eventually I completed my part of the job and in less than a week Erika had the book formatted and ready for me to approve before she set it all up to go “live.” Roughly three or four days later my book appeared in paperback and Kindle editions, all ready for me to start my promo and marketing campaign. Erika did a fantastic job, which led to an interesting and fun collaboration between us.

After several weeks of chats and discussions, wherein I told her about this idea I had for a spooky children’s Halloween novel, we were tossing ideas back and forth, plotting our story and getting an outline down.

Then, while I worked on the first draft, Erika went to work designing not only a fantastic cover, but a number of very cool interior illustrations. After that, she went to work on a second draft, contributing more scenes and chapters to our short novel, while I continued to proof and edit my first draft. Well, you know how that process works so I won’t bore you with all the little details. However, before we knew it we had completed a 50-K word novel for middle-grade children: Three Ghosts in a Black Pumpkin, a novel Erika and I are both very proud of.

​See the book on
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​Not only did our book win an award, Erika and I found that we couldn’t let the story end there. So we immediately set to work on a sequel, a more ambitious and complex novel that turned into a 60-K word story. And once again Erika created the cover and some awesome interior illustrations. This time, I sent her an extremely crude sketch of the map of our world of Creepy Hollow, and she artfully created a gorgeous-looking map that we added to the book. Now we had our second collaboration finished, and we published The Power of the Sapphire Wand.
This all happened in 2017.
But wait! There’s more!

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This year, 2018, I decided that I wanted Golden Box Books Publishing Services to publish my next book, and I wanted Erika to design and create a great cover and set the book up for paperback and Kindle editions. So after a few chats and an exchange of ideas, Erika came up with a cover that was hip and modern as well as old-school. She captured exactly what I had in mind and made it even better with her creative ideas and input. She had the cover done in a matter of a few days and waited patiently for me to finish the final proof of my manuscript.  Once again, in less than a week, Erika had everything ready for my final approval, and within a few days after that my The MechMen of Canis-9 went live with paperback and Kindle editions. What a wonderful experience that project was, just like all the projects Erika and I were involved in. 

In fact, I also had her design me a new cover for the eventual revised, second edition of my first book, Mad Shadows: The Weird Tales of Dorgo the Dowser. 

Not only is Erika a highly-talented artist, she is a wonderful writer of YA fantasy novels and wonderful children’s books. She has the skill, the know-how and the artistic gift to capture “on paper” what you have in your mind. Golden Box Books Publishing Services does great work and it’s always a pleasure getting involved in another project with her. You can be sure that come the completion of my next novel, I’ll be contacting Erika again. I know my book-baby will be in good hands with GBBP.
— Joe Bonadonna
https://www.amazon.com/Joe-Bonadonna/e/B009I1KYIK/