Written by Bianca Gubalke
Book Reviews, REVIEWS
May 25, 2009
New: Online Celebrity 2009 or… How to become Madonna Online

Madonna
“Online Celebrity 2009″ is a 70 page ebook that was recently launched (April 2009) and definitely, it’s a first of its kind.
Online Popularity
The basic idea behind it all – and a proven one – consists in the concept that it’s well within the reach of every person to achieve some level of online popularity .
How high that level of popularity will be only depends on the buyer.
How to become an Online Star like Madonna
This must-have e-book for any ‘wanna-be-star’ provides you step by step guides and detailed descriptions for becoming a famous star or a celebrity… or a well-known expert. And this in a couple of days.
How?
By leveraging the power of technology and internet.
Starter Material
Apart from the ebook itself, you are also given the opportunity and access right to the online community where you can discuss, clarify, learn and apply the tricks discussed in the book with other successful members.
The package also provides you a starter material pack of which you can use to create downloadable content. In this pack you get wallpaper schemes in various sizes what you can customize and use any way you want.
Moreover, a starter blog will also be provided to you which contains a custom made design with installed plugins and mods to help you finish the first stages of the course! It’s a unique bonus content.
Gain Popularity Online
This package is targeted to those who want to become famous pop stars, actors/actresses and everyone who needs to gain popularity the easy way (e.g. lawyers, dentists, farmers, heck maybe your local car dealer will buy a copy).
The tricks providedwill make a brand out of YOUR name, company and etc.
Example:
Every analyst in the banking sector wants to be interviewed on CNBC about his latest views regarding the market, if he becomes famous in his industry, it’s 100% sure they will ask him for an interview!
Celebrity Fame Blueprint
In fact, this is some sort of a celebrity fame blueprint that makes sense if you want to live the glam side of life: lotsa money, fast cars, designer labels, and all that’s attracted into your life through ‘fame and popularity’.
If that’s what you want, what YOU need.
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Written by Bianca Gubalke
Book Reviews, REVIEWS
Apr 29, 2009
Effective Demonstration Techniques
Audiences are always captured by excellently delivered software demonstrations, but success and effectiveness are achieved only when a sale is closed and the contract is signed.
Introducing the value of a software to a company’s overall operations is challenging: especially when the software is complicated. The presenter needs to say the right words, have the right audience and be in the right place and time.

‘Demonstrating to Win!’
Robert Riefstahl illustrates tried and tested demonstration techniques that score a home run in sales in his self-published book ‘Demonstrating to Win! (The Indispensable Guide for Demonstrating Software)’.
“During the eighteen years that I have sold software… I have been amazed at how inconsistent and non-compelling demonstrations can be. While there are some excellent training programs that focus on demonstration techniques, very few of them provide a complete picture of what is necessary to succeed in this endeavor,” the book author said.
Effective Demonstration Skills
Riefstahl clarifies that though demonstrating software is not for everyone and certain people have the natural flair for it, the necessary demonstration skills winning business contracts can be learned and practiced.
“I have learned from professional presenters that whenever a speaker or presenter is in front of you, always make note of their presentation techniques,“ Riefstahl explained.
“In this book I provide you with a compilation of the best demonstration techniques I have learned over the years so that you can produce truly effective demonstrations.”
Straight from a Demonstration Expert
Robert Riefstahl is a sales and software demonstration expert. He speaks in conferences and conventions sharing his in-depth knowledge and wide experience in this area.
The book author and his family lives in the rocky mountains of Colorado Springs.
‘Demonstrating to Win!’ is published by Xlibris.
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Written by Bianca Gubalke
Book Reviews, REVIEWS
Apr 28, 2009
Detective Novel by David B. Rosenfield
Combine medical research on Alzheimer’s disease with espionage and terrorism and you have the backdrop of David B. Rosenfield’s detective novels highlighting Dick Swept, the neurologist protagonist.
Trying to Improve the World
The self-published author describes his medical-espionage thriller as ‘a series of increasingly violent events’ resulting in “multiple surprises as Swept exercises his physical and cognitive skills to improve our world.”
Swept’s close encounters with ex-KGB agents, Russian scientists and a Chechen spy while struggling to get his superior’s full support for his research on a drug that alters brain process memory is the spotlight of Rosenfield’s first book ‘Dick Swept, M.D.: Tomorrow, the World’.
‘History Became a Lie’, the second book, involves twists on how the hero deals with an embryonic terrorist movement, retrieval of the alleged Iraqi Weapons of Mass Destruction in Chechnya, the CIA, the president of the United States and beautiful women.
“The neurologist-turned-spy battles evil, increasingly difficult to define, in the midst of Alzheimer’s disease research and struggles within his personal life,” Rosenfield said of his main character.
About David B. Rosenfield
David B. Rosenfield, is a licensed neurologist. He is the Director of the Speech and Language Center and Director of the EMG and Motor Control Laboratory at the Neurological Institute, The Methodist Hospital, and Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas.
The author is also Professor of Neurology at the Weill Medical Cornell University and served as a Major in the United States Army Reserves. He has published numerous scientific articles and used to have a weekly book review column.
Dr. Rosenfield lives with his family in Houston, Texas. His books are published by Xlibris.

Alzheimer turns Spy
Who or what is Xlibris?
Xlibris is the leading publishing services provider for authors and was founded in 1997.
Xlibris has helped to publish more than 20,000 titles and is based in Bloomington, IN, providing authors with direct and personal access to quality publication in hardcover, trade paperback, custom leather-bound, and full-color formats.
For more information, please visit the book publisher’s website, e-mail pressrelease@xlibris.com or call at 1-888-795-4247, to receive a free publishing guide.
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Written by Bianca Gubalke
Book Reviews
Apr 24, 2009
“Graceful Exits” by Sushila Blackman reviewed by Bianca Gubalke
Cape Town, 24 April 2009 – by Bianca Gubalke

Graceful Exits by Sushila Blackman
“Death is only an experience through which you are meant to learn a great lesson: you cannot die.” Paramahansa Yogananda
When I received “Graceful Exits” as a gift to help me pass through some very difficult times not too long ago, I didn’t know how powerful it would be in calming and connecting with “Source”. It is a perfect support during gruelling times when fear of losing a loved one or going through that process oneself without preparation is both paralyzing and isolating. Yes, I say ‘preparation’ as I believe it is important to approach one’s transition from here to there in the most conscious and therefore ‘gracious’ way possible – and this without fear. This book helps wonderfully with just that and Deepak Chopra says it perfectly:
“This beautiful little book is a gem. It contributes to our understanding that we are truly timeless.”
While our Western Culture is still struggling with ‘heaven and hell’ concepts instead of integrating Life as a circle of coming and going – celebrating the ‘going’ as a triumph of having lived an exceptional, a responsible and a debt-free life with a right for some rest before transcending to ‘the next step’, this is rather normal for many people in the Far East who share and practise very different beliefs.
In this remarkable compilation of death stories, Hindu, Tibetan Buddhist and Zen Masters summarize their life teachings in final gems of wisdom, which are often their last words… in many cases quite humorous… and always, without exception, sovereign and fearless!
As a result, this book is actually about Life and how to live it fully more than anything else… and this in a very inspiring and refreshing way with a wealth of food for thought and meditation.
Here an excerpt that I find absolutely extraordinary, following the passing of Swami Sivananda on 21 June 1963, his last words having being… “Happiness comes when the individual merges in God” :
“…In his loving tribute, Venkatesananda wrote: “… He created an inside, and has entered it. Now he works inside, out of view, but more truly and purposefully active, therefore.”
As you see, these words have meaning for anyone, even if young and healthy and especially if having an interest in the spiritual meaning of our existence. Sometimes a sudden interest arises exactly within these moments of trial where we look for answers and guidance.

Zen
On another level, “Graceful Exits” is also about a courageous woman - the author – who had lived a fascinating life and was terminally ill when writing this book. She died peacefully and consciously a month after completing her legacy to the world.
“How wonderful! The waves of the individual selves according to their nature rise up, play for a time, and disappear. I remain the shoreless ocean.” ~ Ashtavakra Sahita
Certainly a book you will get back to from time to time and there will always be a loving answer.
Bianca Gubalke
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