This book is wonderful and very inspirational. The stories make you feel warm and definitely make you think about the world. The stories are very uplifting and a big joy to read.

This is the third book of Ms. Anderson's that I have read and am once again amazed and inspired. Her stories are stories of beauty, faith and love and each and every one cannot help but fill one with faith and hope.

"For nothing is impossible with God." We are reminded once again, the love that God has for us and we need only ask and we shall receive.

My favorite story was Triumph In The Sky, the story of a baby's journey to receive a liver transplant and the pilot who aided him on his journey.

Miracles do happen. As Joan says, "His light is eternal. His love prevails."

All the stories are beautiful and I recommend this book highly. You will be changed - you will be left thinking and you will be crying and smiling and at peace.

If you ever questioned your faith, this is the book for you! Being able to read these incredibe uplifting stories,it will encourage your heart and enlighten your faith.Joan Anderson has been blessed with a wonderful gift. As long as she is writing, I shall read.

Suddenly I started having panic attacks, the first in my life. Where do you turn for help? Wings of Faith was the answer, finding and facing my fears, strengthing my faith and daily I began to walk out of the panic. I recommend this workbook to anyone who would like to strengten their faith,overcome fear, or like me had panic attacks.

I went through the program about nine years ago. It changed my life. I used to do everything I could to make sure that everyone around me was happy. The problem was that I was very unhappy and very stressed. The program has caused me to see that I am not the source of everyones happiness. It also helped me to gain the self value to be able to lose 100 pounds and keep it off because I feel good about myself. Feeling bad about yourself is a vicious cycle and never gets you anywhere. I can now say no to others when I need to and not feel guilty. There is such freedom in knowing who I am and how I am put together. I have led 3 groups through this program. It is easy to use as a leader especially if you go through it first in a group or on your own first. I think the best thing of all was when I led my family through the program. We all grew as individuals and as a family. It changed our attitudes and the way that we deal with each other in good times and bad. Wings of Faith not only helps you to understand yourself but it gives you insight into why other people act the way they do. It helps you not to take things personally and to think the best of others and give them the benefit of the doubt. Try it! You will never be the same!!

Jesus said to love our neighbor as we love...ourselves! And sometimes we are the hardest person in our life to love!

Elaine Anderson's workbook explores many aspects of personality and helps us understand why we do what we do--often instead of what we would do. It also provides space to write thoughtful, guided answers to introspective questions. Not only is this revealing of self and motivations, it provides the outlet so helpful and popular in journaling.

Best of all, Wings of Faith provides wonderful encouragement and specific guidelines to change ourselves, from the Bible.

Woman of Color, Daughter of Privilege tells the story of Amanda Dickson, daughter of a wealthy plantation owner in rural Georgia and one of his slaves. Amanda was much loved by her father and amazingly went on to inherit most of his estate upon his death despite the strict racial segregation and discrimination of the era. Obviously, this situation was unique for its time. The book is very well-written,very informative and provides a good glimpse into the life of a privileged woman in a strictly segregated society. Highly recommended

I first saw the movie, A House Divided and searched out and found out that there was a book. I read the book and i recommend this book for everyone to read. It is a good book. If you haven't seen the movie. SEE IT! the author that wrote this book should be commended. He did a very good job. I am about to write a paper for my history class on this book. Linda D. Westman Mannsville, Oklahoma

Hi my name is Ashlee Dickson and I am a descendent of Amanda America Dickson. I am very appriciative to the people who have read the book and reviewed the website. I am also proud of my heritage and what she has done for the people of America. I am proud to be a Dickson.I am John R. Dickson's daughter's child. Thank you for your time.

Hmm. Now, let me see. Was it the Earl of Burford in his collection-room with a candlestick? Or maybe it was Mrs. Peabody in her boudoir with one of her husband's weapons. Naw. More likely it was -- just who was it, anyway? I know! It was the Baroness out in the carpark with her trusty spanner.

For certain, there are laughs on every page--nearly every line, in fact, of this delectable, delicious parody of the classic 1930s-type English Country House Mysteries. Mr. Anderson has done his homework wonderfully well; the settings are absolutely spot-on, the characters a delightful mélange, and the plotting is, quite simply, to die for! And of course, someone does just that.

The twelfth Earl of Burford, current resident of Alderley, a medium-sized stately home, is Britain's foremost collector of firearms--all sizes, all kinds. For several years, he has been corresponding with Hiram Peabody, who is America's foremost collector. When the Peabodys decide to stop off in Britain for a look around, well, naturally, they would go visit the Earl and his Countess.

The earl has a daughter, Lady Geraldine and a younger brother, Richard Saunders, who has been making his way steadily upward in the diplomatic service. Into this family enclave comes Jane Clifton, a schoolfriend of Gerry's, Giles Deveraux, a retired Navy man, now writer who has been commissioned to do a book on stately homes, and a brace of diplomats from an unnamed Duchy on the continent. Richard and a gentleman from the HO are to negotiate a support treaty with the representatives of the small country.

Of course, Peabody has a secretary, and the care of Alderby is in the capable hands of Merryweather, the butler. And then, when her car has a sudden accident, the Baroness de la Roche is added to the mix, creating merry mayhem for all concerned. Well, maybe not merry for everyone. But for you, as reader, most assuredly. You can't go wrong with this slightly loopy and very loving modern-day look back at a treasured convention of the past. Clues, indeed. They're all over the place, just waiting for the 'not-at-all-sanguine' little gray (or whatever colored) cells of Inspector Wilkins to winnow them down to those precious few that will really solve the marvelous puzzle, even to the bloodstained egg cosy of the title! Simply amazing, and totally awesome!

Takes place in England during the 1930s.

This mystery is about a weekend country house party with murder and mayhem. There's espionage, a jewel thief, secret agents, blackmail, and guests who are not who you think they are. Inspector Wilkins rivals Poirot and James Anderson rivals Agatha Christie.

I found myself relaxing after the first chapter, knowing I was settling down to a good British mystery. I tried to deduce who the murderer was, but couldn't. And never did figure out the bloodstained cozy until it was revealed in the story line. When the Inspector finally revealed the murderer I was stunned.... This is how a mystery should be written!

Excellent read. I am looking forward to reading his second title "The Affair of the Mutilated Mink."

The Affair of the Blood-Stained Egg Cosy is one of many mysteries whose plot centers around a house party. However, Affair is unusually creative, funny, and clever. Affair was written in 1975, and takes place in the 1930s, but its humor and wit is timeless. Walter Satterthwait's Escapade would seem to owe a debt to Affair, as there are several similar elements and plot points. However, Affair succeeds in all the areas in which Escapade failed. James Anderson's plot is complex but never feels ridiculously contrived, and does not base plot points around ignorant, mistaken assumptions about ballistics, as Satterthwait does. Anderson also does a much better job with his characterizations, and is better able to make key characters charming rather than unintentionally obnoxious. AFFAIR is a really delightful book. Now if only the sequel would be back in print!

This is the greatest book I have ever read. I wish there was other books like this. It help you to realize how fortuned we are with the little things we have. It is fun at the same time because you can see by this letters the great imagination the childrens have. IS A GREAT BOOK FOR ANY GIFT FOR ALL AGES. ...

A funny and caring book from childrens hearts. It reminds us all of the little child within. Great for all ages. See what kids really have to tell Santa!

this book is full of funny one page letters to santa, ranging of requests for everything from world peace to a red dragon. The letters are sweet and silly, that make you laugh out loud. So if you're in the mood for something to warm the heart and tickle the soul then this book is definitly for you!

Recipes are traditional and easy. The book is structured in such a fashion so as to promote use in various social events.

Great for a novice like myself. Recipes are absolutely delicious! Lots of ideas such as Apricot Chicken, a spectacular meatloaf, baked apple pork chops, and all kinds of yummy desserts and snacks! Humorous and informal.

This is a great cookbook! The recipes are straight forward and simple, but taste wonderful. It would be a nice wedding shower gift because it discusses the basics of cooking.

I first heard of Walter Anderson from an artist living in Mississippi when I was in high school, in 1963. She took me to the compound where Walter Anderson lived with his wife, brother and extended family. Anderson had become a recluse by this time, and I never met him. I got to see the pottery work he did and became fascinated with his art. As a sixteen-year-old, I was impressed with the colors and designs. I have aged, become an artist myself, and seen more of his work, I have come to appreciate the mystic quality, the blending of earth, sky, animals,plants, air, being and emotion into a whole expression.

That this passionate expression was tied in with madness has fascinated me in understanding the edge between creativity, altered states of consciousness and mental illness. Understanding the complex persona of a person who has collapsed his entire life into his art is the challenge here. This is the person who tied himself to a tree on an island in the path of a hurricane to stay at work, after all. The relationship of this creative genius to his family and his struggle to bring forth the body of work we gratefully have today is the story of this book. It is honestly and well told. The unstated story is that without the tolerance, understanding, even suffering of Agnes Grinstead Anderson (the artist's wife), neither the man nor his work might have survived. In a time when people are less willingly to sacrifice for each other, This woman's story looks at the complications of a real life beyond the reach of easy pop psychology solutions.

Walter Anderson had the eyes of a child. His wonderment at the world around him, his passion for recording his love, and his driven personality -- all this makes for fascinating and inspirational and romantic reading. Anderson is being discovered as a true original -- his classical training in Europe and the Northeast is the foundation for his unusual work. I found this account to be as marvelous as the letters and life of Van Gogh. Sissy Anderson's writing is poetic and unpretentious. A classic.

This is a wonderful book that chronicals the life of the brilliant, yet disturbed Mississippi artist, Walter Anderson. Told by Anderson's wife, Sissy, the book tells of the passion Anderson had for the natural world around him, and the torture he endured because of this passion. The book tells of Anderson's life as a boy, and the love affair that he and Sissy shared. It chronicals the relationship he had with his children, his bouts with mental illness and depression, his long stays on Horn Island (Anderson's own personal paradise) and the discovery of the magnificent "Little Room", full of brilliant murals and paintings.

I find this guide a be a great source of information for Realtors and Property Managers, from the novice to the old line pros. It covers the many faucets of sales, maintenance and the administration of real property. As a property manager I find it most helpful in my everyday work. The charts and graphs have been great assets in preparing my maintenance directives and checklists. The sections dealing with security and environmental issues have been very helpful in the preparation of various directives. Bell's Guide truly covers real estate from AtoZ and has found a definite spot on my desktop as one of my most important reference sources.

This is a handy little reference - basically a pocket encyclopedia of real estate. I find it useful as a homeowner and even more so as I consider making a change to a new home.

I found this book to be very easy to read and quick for referencing the topics covered. While it may have been designed for use by Real Estate agents and other professionals, as a homeowner (and buyer/seller at different times in life) it includes solid information on repairs, safety and security , mortgaging and keeping property in top value. The next time I move, the charts will be helpful in keeping a focus and going through the process in an organized manner. In the interim, the finance section is helpful in watching opportunities to refinance or restructure my mortgage. I would recommend the book to anyone who owns or who is thinking of owning a home or other property.

What's Cooking America? Is it a question or a statement or an ecological question having something to do with the greenhouse effect or of course El Nino - It's actually the name of a cookbook by Linda Stradley and Andra Cook published by Book Partner, Inc. This cookbook is near perfection. All of the recipes are on one page, some pages actually have multiple recipes; there are helpful hints, histories or suggestions on every page; there are illustrations on every page; the book is filled with over 800 recipes; and almost all of the ingredients are readily available. There are a few downsides, but I'll save those for the end. The cookbook is broken down into many sections: Appetizers & Beverages, Breads & Sandwiches, Candies & Cookies, Desserts, Meatless Meals, Meats, Poultry, Salads & Salad Dressings, Seafood, Soups, and Vegetables. The recipes, that are mostly basic and easy to prepare include: Burgundy Mushrooms, Tequila Cider, Lemon Tea Bread, Date Drop Scones, Alaskan Sourdough Biscuits, Sugared Walnuts, Hazelnut Macaroons, Honeyed Apricot Biscotti, Baked Alaska, Florida Key Lime Pie, Vegetarian Meatballs, Broccoli Pasta in Sweet Tomato Sauce, Peppered Chutney Tenderloin, Orange Pork Chops, Chicken & Cashew Bake, Kiwi Fruit Salad, Baked Sole with Almonds, Southwestern Black bean Soup, Baby Carrots with Curry Sauce and Baked Squash with Blueberries. The only complaints that took of point for the book, are that number one the book is a misnomer. What's Cooking America is not a far title for this book, because it has recipes that not only are from other countries, but other countries would want to make some of these other recipes too. The other problem I had with this book is that, like fundraising book companies do, the sections were in alphabetical order instead of logical order. With a suggested retail of $21.95 however, this would be a great source of information for any kitchen. Overall rating: 4 pots out of 5

Need a great gift for a new bride? For a cookbook afficionado? For anyone who just plain likes to cook? What's Cooking America fits the bill. From its colorful cover, to the lovely illustrations and informative sidebars, this cookbook will satisfy the most discriminating cook. I especially liked the wealth of time-tested recipes that obviously had been passed down from generation to generation in the authors' families. Yet in many cases, they were updated to fit our tastes and current eating styles. This book would make a great gift-- at less than $20 for over 800 recipes, it's a wonderful value as well. Try it, you'll like it

Put this one on your cookbook shelf next to Fanny Farmer and The Joy of Cooking! Clear and easy-to-follow instructions guide you through the most complicated entrees to the simplest desserts. And I love the sidebars! All cookbooks should be so informative

Such as what to expect at an SCCA event as far as tech inspections, and equipment checks, and what not. It also provides several different viewpoints from different drivers. It, at times, is almost like sitting around the table with the guys, and discussing racing.

It IS a little lite on content in some places. Speed Secrets is as good if not better for the beginner, along with Going Faster! For more in-depth coverage of the topics.

I've read most (ok many) of the celebrity driver books, Carroll Smith's must read series, and years worth of motorsports magazines. George Anderson's "Winning" is far and away the best overview for the beginning racer, with plenty, I suspect, to teach the experienced driver. Full of pragmatic advice, useful examples, and concise illustrations/diagrams. The book to buy if you are only buying one book on racing, the first book to read if you are reading many books on racing.

This book provides almost all of the information needed to get started in racing. The best part of the text is that it covers all of the bases. There are many other books that cover each of these subjects in detail, but Anderson does a great job of bringing many subjects together into one concise work.