tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37642599680873116232024-03-13T01:04:28.114-07:00 Nanette O'Neal's Doorway Welcome, Skyborn Warriors. Your Awakening is Now.Nanette O'Nealhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13462283383052424995noreply@blogger.comBlogger88125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3764259968087311623.post-60208702369554520402020-05-19T06:16:00.002-07:002020-05-19T06:16:39.463-07:00Updates from Beyond the Doorway<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I’ve been working diligently beyond the doorway and had to pop
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Five in the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">A Doorway Back to Forever</i>
series is nearing its final stages of writing. I needed to give it a major
overhaul, and in doing so, felt the tug from a pesky secondary character who
had a voice that needed to be heard. Once I gave him life, the story took off
in a direction I hadn’t planned. I now can say I’m really excited about this
book and can’t wait to get it to my editor! My target date for launch is July
2020.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Author Academy Award nomination</b>: I’m
thrilled to say <b><span style="color: black; font-family: ""sans-serif"","serif";">A
DOORWAY BACK TO FOREVER: HONOR</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: ""sans-serif"","serif";">, has been nominated for a 2020 Author Academy Award in the
Fantasy category, an honor bestowed for literary merit and publishing
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<span style="color: black; font-family: ""sans-serif"","serif";">The Author Academy
Awards is an award bestowed for literary merit and publishing excellence in the
writing and publishing industry. It is presented annually by Author Academy
Elite, a premium service provider for authors, at the Author Academy Awards
Ceremony. For more information on the awards, visit <a href="https://authoracademyawards.com/" target="_blank">AuthorAcademyAwards.com</a></span><span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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I’ve been hard at work writing my course, titled, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Your </i>Doorway Back to Forever:
A Story-lover’s Gateway to Becoming Fully Alive</b>. It’s a companion series to
the fantasy novels based on the power of story, and it is designed to help
individuals and families recognize their God-given talents and strengths so
they can push through personal barriers and live the life they were forever
meant to live. My target launch is July 2020.</div>
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and <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The Story Nook</b>. I’m still going
live on Facebook each Wednesday for <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The
Story Nook</i>, and it’s been a real thrill. It’s given me a reason to test my
theory—can good stories pull you through hard times?</div>
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these days are nothing like we’ve ever experienced, and I’m happy to say
featuring a good story each week has strengthened me. I hope it has for you
too! <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Saturday Stories</i> is going strong
too, so I hope you’re finding solace in a good tale to brighten your days.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">How are you?</b> Times
of uncertainty can bring even the strongest soul to their knees. We’re all
feeling it—bouts of loneliness, despair, and fear. It’s not fun, but it’s very
normal—you are not alone with these feelings. Don’t hesitate to reach out to
loved ones. When the “for-now normal” begins to wear on your heart, change up
your routine, dip into your well of spiritual strength, and reach out to others
in need. We will get through this, one story at a time.<o:p></o:p></div>
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It’s time for a mental break from the world. Let’s visit one of the most beloved musicals ever produced,
<i>The Sound of Music</i>. You know the daring story of Maria and the von Trapp
family, the breathtaking scenery, and the memorable music. But do you know how
one song played an integral part in propelling the story to its complete and
satisfying end? <i>Edelweiss</i> is more than a flower, a song, and a symbol of hope.
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What makes a story timeless? On the surface, it’s easy to see
how a great plot and endearing characters nestle their way into your heart,
time and time again. But looking deeper, we find hidden treasures in
storytelling that, when utilized well, make a story a classic because of the
subtle ways in which they speak to the heart and soul of every living, breathing, caring
person. One of those elements is the proper use of turning points. When used correctly,
they bring life to characters and move them through the plot in a satisfying
way. Two important turning points in The Sound of Music, <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">the midpoint </i>and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">the dark
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clearly as a man who uses a stoic barrier of discipline and distance to protect
his heart, and it has a damaging effect on him and his children. He has growing
concerns about what might happen to his beloved homeland of Austria during the
rise of Nazi Germany in 1938. We feel the weight of his concerns and sorrow, and we want
to see him change, but we don’t know how he can—until Maria starts being Maria.
She works around the barriers, breaks them when she can, and brings life,
music, and love into the home again, despite the captain’s demeanor. She melts
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When the captain hears his children singing for the first
time in years, he dashes into the house to witness it. He’s visibly taken by
the sound and sight, and we see him soften for the first time. We wonder if
there is hope for him after all. The answer is yes, and it has a name—the midpoint
of the story. The captain takes the guitar and sings to his children a charming
folksong, <i>Edelweiss</i>. This is the moment everything begins to change for the captain.
The lyrics honor his homeland, Austria. It awakens inside him the desire to
take a stand for his country in contrast to those who would willingly give up
their freedom to be part of the Third Reich. Something else happens during the
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From the midpoint on in every good story, there is no
turning back for the characters, and they face harrowing trials on their quest.
The captain almost loses Maria and he’s called upon by Hitler to head the navy
for Nazi Germany. He’s able to win Maria back, but he sees no way to avoid the
military assignment which would take him from his family and homeland. On the
night of the big concert in which he and his family are scheduled to sing, he
secretly plans to escape with them instead, but he is cornered by the secret
police. The police plan to escort him directly to the concert hall and then
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When a character is left with nowhere else to go, he reaches
what we call <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">the dark night of the soul</i>.
It is the most critical moment in every story. The main character is at a
breaking point which will decide his fate. Captain von Trapp sings with his
family on stage but sees Nazi soldiers surrounding the concert hall, blocking
every exit. His singing voice is strong but his face is marred with despair.
After the family performs together, he announces to his fellow Austrians his new assignment
with the Third Reich, and they gasp with concern. To him, it is his last
goodbye, knowing he will never see them again. He takes the guitar from Max,
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Captain von Trapp announces to the audience he will sing a
love song and begins to strum the tune of <i>Edelweiss</i>. While <i>Edelweiss</i> was the
vehicle turning him toward love and patriotism at the midpoint of the story, it
now symbolizes what he is about to lose. During the dark night of the soul, something
must die so something better can be reborn and live. And true to form,
something does die on that stage—his voice. He chokes up and cannot sing. Maria
rushes to his side and helps, and the children follow. It brings him strength and
he is able to resume. He even calls on the audience to sing along in solidarity
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The von Trapp family successfully escape from the Nazis and flee their precious
Austria. The theme of love of God, family, and
country is honored throughout, and we are left with a classic tale to cherish
forever. But there is more to learn from this story—the importance of trusting
turning points in life. We face them too, as real as we see in our beloved
movies. The midpoint strengthens our resolve and the dark night of the soul
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We face midpoints in our respective circumstances every day.
Do they strengthen our determination or make us cower? We have dark- night-of-the-soul moments too. Do we give up or press on? Are we willing to let go of an
old way of thinking so we can adopt the tenacity that will pull us to a
wonderful finale? Will we let old habits die so we can live with a healthier mindset?
How we face these turning points can make or break our character. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Trust the power of story to lead you through the turning
points in life toward the resolution you deserve. You can do it—one story at a
time.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Never underestimate the power of story.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Until next time,<o:p></o:p></div>
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Nanette O’Neal<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The New Normal Isn’t
New or Normal Anymore<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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It’s been over a month since the mandatory shut-downs put a
stop to life as we know it due to the Coronavirus. Life in this new normal has
been anything but normal with the quarantines, social distancing, and mandatory
mask-wearing. The rise and fall of emotions and the inability to grieve and hug
our loved ones over loss seem too much at times to cope. I go back and forth
from being depressed and determined, anxious, and full of peace, and I wonder,
like you do, how much longer this will last. My faith gives me hope at the end
of the day, but sometimes I need something else, something that everyone can
agree on. Sometimes I need the comfort of good stories.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Looking for meaning
in stories that inspire<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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We are wired for story—we have been since the beginning of
time. There is something comforting and safe about seeing a hero’s journey play
out to its completion, and sometimes it’s enough to get us through a rough
spot. Watching the Disney movie, The Lion King, might be what you need to help.
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Mufasa’s promise to
his son</b></div>
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Mufasa sits with young Simba looking at the horizon and tells
him how everything the light touches will be his kingdom one day. Simba, only a
cub at the time, can’t understand the depth of this truth. But despite his
youth, nothing can change his royal linage. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Stolen promise <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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When his uncle Scar causes the stampede that kills Mufasa
and blames it on Simba, Simba believes him. He lets fear and grief drive him
away. This is the most heart-wrenching moment of the movie as we watch the
death of the beloved father, the grief of the helpless son, and the vicious
nature of the evil uncle as he uses cunning and betrayal to take over the
kingdom at any cost. But there is more to this story when you look closer.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">How the Lion King is
like the Coronavirus<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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When Simba witnesses the death of his father, it marks a devastating turning point pushing him to act in the only way he knows how—he ran. <o:p></o:p>Similarly, the Coronavirus came on like the stampede of wildebeests, trampling everything in its path. It’s taking the lives of friends and family, keeping us at a distance from people and places, destroying the economy, and causing desperation and uncertainty for the future. In its wake, we are left with a sense of loss, and we
question if our lives will ever be ours again. We, too, are tempted to run--run from all we know that can help us get through this.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">We first feel fear<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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When trauma hits hard, we first react with fear. Grief over
loss, anger over the situation, and numbness of despair overtake us. We lose sight
of everything else in the wake of this pandemic of negativity. But true to the
power of story, reaching a devastating turning point is a necessary step in the
telling of timeless stories. Not by coincidence, this moment opens a door in
our eternal story—a doorway to rediscover what has been ours all along.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">No worries—but not
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Simba runs because he gives in to fear and lies. He tries desperately to block out all memories of his father and the eternal truths he learned from him. He makes friends and tries to adopt a new life, free of
responsibility. But eternal truths have a way of resurfacing—mostly because of
their divine nature. They come back to haunt Simba through his best friend, Nala,
and through the wise confidant, Rafiki.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Look closer</b></div>
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Simba doesn't want to listen at first. He is surrounded by the
din of distractions. But when Rafiki lures him to the pond, the quietude of the
night speaks softly to his heart. He comes to the edge of the pond and sees his
reflection. It reminds him of his father. As he looks in the heavens, he
sees the image of his father in the stars and hears the gentle whisper, <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">remember who you are</i>. Then, and only
then, Simba accepts with humility and boldness his true nature and regains the
courage to fight for what has always been his. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">We are more than what
we appear to be</b></div>
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We, too, must find a way to look closer and remember who we
are. When something as crushing as a COVID-19 brings us to our knees, we might
think we’re knocked down—defeated. Not so. Yes, we’ve reached a devastating
turning point, but that’s never how the story ends. It’s a trigger to look
closer and push through. When we remember our divine nature, individual worth, and
our inherent ability to press forward through any situation, we regain courage and
strength that has been ours all along. We remember who we are. We stand up. We
resolve to take back what is ours—our peace of mind, our positivity, and our
ability to fight. Our strength inspires others who need to see it can be done.
Our actions help those who are too weak to help themselves. We come together,
one by one, changing lives and making a difference for good in all we do.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The virus is here and can't be ignored, but what it does to our hearts and
how we chose to let it affect us is totally in our control. Let this time of
quarantine bring you to a remembrance of your eternal worth, a reconciliation to
take it back, and a resolve to overcome whatever is stacked up against you. You
can. It’s part of your make-up. No one can take that away from you.</div>
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Together, we will get through this, one story at a time.</div>
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Nanette<o:p></o:p></div>
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Nanette O'Nealhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13462283383052424995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3764259968087311623.post-25575601128050338612020-04-25T17:19:00.000-07:002020-04-25T17:19:39.229-07:00The Comfort of the Shire and the Need for a Burglar<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJrktvxQifWpiNSObEceOFFFpf9TD-1VP2zz3lzDZ5FPHz3_w3e1gJKkl8kjGVJPI1WSrU13WKs_ejwG8pp4QqE6W4e5w9jp4DXwsPedaHiJMOMk_4AT-MOtU7GHD8pidDY_0CUtjj4vtH/s1600/Gandalf+and+Bilbo+fighting.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="287" data-original-width="176" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJrktvxQifWpiNSObEceOFFFpf9TD-1VP2zz3lzDZ5FPHz3_w3e1gJKkl8kjGVJPI1WSrU13WKs_ejwG8pp4QqE6W4e5w9jp4DXwsPedaHiJMOMk_4AT-MOtU7GHD8pidDY_0CUtjj4vtH/s320/Gandalf+and+Bilbo+fighting.jpg" width="195" /></a><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">No one asked for this.<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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No one wanted this pandemic, but it came knocking on our
door without warning. And here we sit with it, several weeks into quarantine,
trying politely to make it leave. We comply with the new laws,
but the irritation grows, and we wonder when it will end. Then it hits us—there
might not be a real end in sight. We panic, thinking we’re not equipped to
handle this for one more day.<o:p></o:p></div>
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But we have everything we need to handle this, exactly like
Bilbo Baggins had when Gandalf came knocking on his door. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Gandalf needed a burglar.<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Gandalf invited Bilbo to leave the comfort of the shire to
join him and the dwarves on an exciting adventure, one Bilbo felt ill-equipped
to handle. But when Gandalf told him they needed a burglar, he was sending a
symbolic message to the little hobbit. They needed him exactly as he was,
faults and all. In fact, his unique skills as a burglar were exactly what
helped them reach their victory at the end of the story. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">You have what it
takes—precisely as you are</b>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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When we face a pandemic knocking at our door, and when it robs
us of our comfortable life, we feel fear and uncertainty. We think we are incapable
of handling the disaster. We wish we had more time to prepare, more skills to
adapt, and more emotional stability to hold it together. When this happens, and it will happen again, take a deep breath. Remember the eternal power of story.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The bigger picture,
the eternal power of story, sends us the message we need to remember</b>. <o:p></o:p></div>
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When trials come our way, the person we are is the person
who is able to handle the problem, every single time. Think of an unexpected challenge
you faced in the past—you got through it despite the limited skills you had.
You might have stumbled or even reacted poorly at first, but you did it. You’ve
been the hero of your story all along because your story can only be successful
with the main character known as <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">you</i>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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So during this crazy time, remember this: the pandemic might
seem gigantic, and you might feel small and insignificant to handle it, but that’s
not reality. Your special and unique skills, talents, and demeanor will rally
together to help you be the hero you need to be. You can face and defeat this
demon and every other demon that comes your way.</div>
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Never underestimate the power of story.</div>
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All my best,</div>
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Nanette</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Tired of Being Out of
Control?<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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The Coronavirus has put me on a rollercoaster of emotion. I’ve
been determined not to let it get me down only to find myself depressed and
full of despair at how it has robbed me of my normal life. It’s taken the life
of friends, family, and the family members of dear friends. Each day I go
between feeling numb with sorrow over the losses and overwhelmed with gratitude
for my faith as it gives me comfort in ways I cannot explain yet cannot deny. <o:p></o:p></div>
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But what about those people who don’t share my faith? They
don’t receive comfort from my faith-talk. In fact, it can be downright
insulting to them. I have friends of all faiths and many friends who practice conflicting
views of Christianity. If we were to meet in one room together, (after the
social distancing has been lifted of course), to discuss our faith, I
wouldn’t be surprised to see many plastic smiles between some of them at best
and all-out brawls with others at the worst. What could possibly bring us
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First, they delight us. They provide entertainment when we need a break from
the chaos of the world. They let our imagination visit foreign lands, fly to
distant galaxies, or travel through time. We engage in wild adventures in a
matter of hours and come back unscathed yet wiser and braver than before. And we
need this distraction to give ourselves a break from reality. Second, they unite
us. No matter what our religion, politics, culture, or age, a good story
transcends all these divisive factors. We could sit in a movie theatre (once
social distancing is lifted of course!) with people we vehemently disagree with in everyday life, but the movie brought us together like nothing else could.
Finally, good stories ignite us. After reading an uplifting book, we are
forever changed for good from the message learned, the values taught, and the
principles honored between the pages. Whether we realize it or not, good stories
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share insight with you in the next several blog posts. My desire is to give you a reason to feel hopeful during this unprecedented time. I’m not going to
recap stories. You can watch the movies in your time. I only want to highlight
certain scenes that are meaningful and life-changing. Maybe by reading my
thoughts, you can take whatever wisdom is downloaded to your heart to help you
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</span>Voice actor Joe Christensen has been doing an amazing job getting the many
voices right for my book series. I’d always had it in mind to have a male voice
read the story, like a father reading to his children. Joe has the tender,
caring timbre I’d imagined. He gives the perfect balance of humor, wisdom,
terror, and triumph to each character, bringing life to the story in a new and
exciting way. I can’t wait to announce the release, hopefully in a month or so.</div>
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newest segment is a Facebook Live series airing every Wednesday at 4 p.m. Eastern
Time Zone on my Facebook author page, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ADoorwayBacktoForever/" target="_blank">Nanette O’Neal Author.</a> <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We need a place to put aside the troubles of
the world and renew our mind, heart, and soul. The Story Nook provides that
place for story-lovers of all faiths and backgrounds. Each week I focus on an
aspect of a good story and talk about what makes it special. My goal is to help
people realize the answers they look for are hidden in the messages of all good
stories if we know how to find them. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Going strong into its second year, this weekly video series is designed to uplift
families and individuals as I tell my favorite stories and help people imagine
being the heroes of their life’s story. It’s gotten easier to produce, and I’m
delighted with the feedback. You can find a new episode every Saturday morning
on my author page on Facebook, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ADoorwayBacktoForever/" target="_blank">Nanette O’Neal Author.</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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in June</b>. I’m thrilled to announce after several years of being on hold, my
course based on my book series will finally be up and available by June. My new
title, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i>Your </i>Doorway Back to Forever: A
Story-Lover’s Gateway to Becoming Fully Alive</b>, is designed to help people
find meaning and direction through the comfort and safety of story. Stories do
three things nothing else can: They delight us as they entertain, they unite us
by bringing people together, and they ignite us to be better than we have ever
imagined. They can also bring a sense of worth back into our hearts if we know
how to let them. More details to come.</div>
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Forever: REMEMBER</b>: Book five in the series is progressing, but not as
quickly as the rest of my work. It needed a major overhaul after the first draft, and that was tough. I'm now working on completing the storyline, and I will then revamp it with editing to
sharpen the story and character arcs and give it all the pizzazz it deserves.
This book asks readers to ponder this thought: What if you lived before you were
born and your worst enemy here was once your best friend? My target date for publication
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strive to stay healthy during this pandemic and safe at home as much as you
can. We will get through this and we will be stronger because of it. <o:p></o:p></div>
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would have been upset and defensive. No, I wasn’t one of the toilet paper hoarders,
but I felt a bit of fear from this new unknown enemy that had attacked the
world and spread like a tsunami with no warning, leaving devastation in its
wake. Fear is a natural first reaction, but it doesn’t have to be our last.</div>
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have glossed over it more times than I’d like to admit, but now I cherish it.
God has been telling us all along no matter what hell we’re experiencing, it is
only a phase and we will pass through it. It came to pass back in Old Testament
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In the Fear Zone, a sense of urgency and panic well up
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what the mob might be doing. We become paralyzed in fear, and if we’re not
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I don’t know how long this virus will last or how much of a
toll it will take on the world. But I do know it will come to pass that we will
overcome this. And when we look back, we might see the devastating aftermath, one
that cannot be helped, but we can prevent a similar effect it could have on us
if we choose to pass through fear, move on to learning, and make it a habit to
be positive, helpful, patient, and willing to grow from this and every
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County, Pennsylvania (March 13th)—<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">A
DOORWAY BACK TO FOREVER: HONOR</b>, written by Bethel resident, Nanette O’Neal,
has been nominated for a 2020 Author Academy Award, an honor bestowed for
literary merit and publishing excellence in the writing and publishing
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of books from authors throughout the world are up for an Author Academy Award,”
said Kary Oberbrunner, founder of Author Academy Elite and the Author Academy
Awards. “Our goal is to help further connect this global community of authors,
maintain excellence and integrity of the book publishing industry, and raise
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of all kinds—indie (self-published), traditional, or collaborative
published—are being considered for the award in one of sixteen categories. Entries
are being reviewed and evaluated on popular vote, social contribution, and
overall presentation (cover, content, flow, and originality) by the Academy's
voting membership comprised of best-selling authors, literary agents and
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on <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">A DOORWAY BACK TO FOREVER: HONOR</b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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My biggest regret is neglecting you, the ones who have supported
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While 2019 was a year of discovery, 2020 will mark a new
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introvert who hates the sound of her voice! To record, produce, and post a new
video each week, and to do it faithfully was a great feat. Yes, I had several
weeks with repeats, but I don’t consider that a bad thing. I gave myself breaks
when I was on vacation and when I needed a pick-me-up repeat for myself. We all
need a measure of kindness even from our hardest critic (ourselves). But
overall, I learned to be relaxed, quicker with the recording, more creative in
the producing, and more engaging with the audience. That’s a huge success for
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really enjoyed my work with Author Academy Elite. It’s
wonderful to help new authors with their proposal and chapter submissions and to find editors for full manuscripts. I’ve
come to appreciate the many walks we face in life, and I admire those who have
the courage to share their stories to make a difference in the world. I love
the coaching calls since I came from a teaching background. It feels good to
teach again, especially the new fiction writers. I was once there, and I’ll
never forget the help I received. Having my son accompany me to the conference was a real joy! He's got the entrepreneur bug in him too, and together we will fly!<br />
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the series was released in October, and it was a big hit at the Igniting Souls
Conference in Columbus Ohio. I admit this one was my heart and soul in print as
it dealt with the death of my savior-character in the story. But don’t worry!
(Spoiler alert) You will see more of Prince Calemir!</div>
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up for the mailing list and receive a free PDF, but the course material is
still under construction. This is my biggest regret for 2019. I wanted it
running but I had to work on some emotional issues first. I’m happy to say, I
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success. I realized the reason I couldn’t move forward with a self-help course
was that I needed to heal my personal wounds first before I could help others
heal. I needed to confront some sorrow and trauma of the past. I had a very
personal, private, spiritual revelation about my dad (who passed away 10 years
ago) concerning his past, his emotional well-being, and our relationship. It has
led me to understand him in ways I never had been able to before. There is
complete love between the two of us now,
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amazing how God works in our lives! More on that in future posts.<o:p></o:p><br />
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Nanette O'Nealhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13462283383052424995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3764259968087311623.post-27440277848459547202019-01-14T09:01:00.000-08:002019-01-14T09:01:21.086-08:00Exciting News For A Doorway Back to Forever<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hi, Skborn Warriors,<br />
2019 will be a banner year for A Doorway Back to Forever. Here are four new projects to look for:<br />
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1. <b>New and revised version of <i>A Doorway Back to Forever: BELIEVE t</i>o be released February 14th, 2019</b>.<br />
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The cover art for volume one in the series was done before I found Crissie Murphy, who did the artwork for TRUST and DEFEND. She has been working diligently on making a new cover and interior images for BELIEVE. I'm also taking this opportunity to write a gentle revision of the book by fixing a few things here and there that didn't quite settle well with me. The story will be the same, but the writing will be more captivating if my magic-sense kicks in as it should.<br />
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2.<b> New Website, <i>Beyond the Doorway</i>, to be launched on March 1st, 2019, with a new online course called Stepping Through the Doorway.</b><br />
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This is huge, warriors! I've been working on this for months. The new website will have videos for you to explore, online programs to check out, music, stories, and more! If you've ever wanted to step through the Doorway Back to Forever and explore the magical kingdom, your opportunity will begin on March 1st. Stay tuned for announcements about the details and ways to win prizes as you wait!<br />
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3. Book four of the series,<i> <b>A Doorway Back to Forever: HONOR</b></i><b>, will be released June 30th, 2019</b>.<br />
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I'm so excited about this book as it explores the role of Prince Calemir in the lives of the Eeberheem kids as they journey beyond the Morning into Midnight to face their nemesis, Sylvare, once again. This explosive tale will take you to the highest of highs and lowest of lows on your journey to finding your world of Forever. Snippets to come, so let me know what you think!<br />
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4. Just in time for Christmas, audiobooks for the series will be released by December 1st. This is new territory for me, long overdue, but exciting to explore. I will give you updates on this as they come. Pretty exciting, huh? Let me know what you think. Which one are you most looking forward to seeing?<br />
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Charles M. Schultz took a professional risk when he scripted A Charlie Brown Christmas. Most other Christmas stories of the time stopped short of mentioning the true reason for the season. Schultz had Linus quote from Luke, chapter two, of the King James Version of the Bible, which tells the story of Christ’s birth. He insisted on keeping this scene in the movie, and I’m so glad he did. Since he had the courage to leave it in, it’s made his beloved tale a spiritual inspiration for generations as it professes the true meaning of Christmas. It strengthens faith and gives hope to those who believe. For some people, it might be the only exposure they have to the good news of the gospel, but that’s okay. It plants a good seed in soil that might be ready to nourish it given enough time. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Linus’ role in the story was that of Charlie Brown’s Sherpa. He was his best friend. He walked with Charlie Brown throughout the story as Charlie tried so hard to understand the meaning of Christmas. When Charlie thought he had killed the little tree with the heavy ornament, he entered his “dark night of the soul” as he cried out, “Doesn’t anyone know the true meaning of Christmas?”<o:p></o:p></div>
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Linus is my favorite character in the story because he most resembles me. I have faith. I know the scripture stories. I’ve taught church youth and adult classes. I fancy myself a spiritual guide for those in need. But when it comes to my personal journey, I often walk around clutching my bundle of insecurities afraid to take leaps of faith. I know I should drop my fears, but it’s difficult when they’ve become so comfortable. Sometimes it takes a children’s story to remind me that faith is stronger than fear. When I remember the eternal message of Jesus Christ, the story with the surefire ending of hope and life and everlasting peace for all, I can drop my fear, even for a moment, and take a step into the light of faith. Fear departs and faith endures. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The idea of Linus dropping his fear strengthens me to walk away from my insecurities and make 2019 a year of success. Are you with me? Let’s fear not. Let’s let faith open doors that lead to better things. Happy New Year!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Nanette O'Nealhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13462283383052424995noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3764259968087311623.post-40512205793087682952018-12-19T06:25:00.000-08:002018-12-19T06:25:33.005-08:00Stories and Christmastime Part Two: Who are the Whos?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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As you remember, the Grinch broke into the Who houses and wiped them clean. He stole everything—not only the decorations and presents. He stole, food, logs for the fire, everything. If you’ve ever been a victim of a robbery or physical assault, you know the feeling of utter violation when a stranger has stolen a part of you and you are helpless to stop it. It’s nothing short of terrorism. And in essence, this is what the Grinch did to the Whos.</div>
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I remember the gut-wrenching feeling that raced through me as a child watching this. It didn’t matter that this was a cartoon—I felt horribly for the Whos and what they would have to face the next day as they woke to find everything gone (and it looked as if he took the furniture too!) <o:p></o:p></div>
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The way the story is told, we don’t see the first reaction of the Whos to this tragedy. We are perched on Mt. Crumpet with the Grinch waiting and watching and listening. We don’t see their initial shock or sorrow—and I’m sure there was a bit of that happening between the pages. No, Dr. Seuss chose to keep the telling of the story in the Grinch’s perspective, but it didn’t stop me from wondering what the Whos must have felt before we saw them come outside with smiling faces. I’m sure they felt despair. But what they did with their feelings made all the difference—they could have been bitter and angry. They could have abandoned their faith. Instead they chose to let this tragedy strengthen their faith. They decided this all inside their homes before they came out to celebrate. They picked themselves up and reminded themselves that even though life is hard, and terrible things happen, their faith will give them strength to endure.</div>
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Christmas stories are magical—how else can we explain our desire to devour them year after year? They soften our hearts to child-like dreams. They remind us what a jolly laugh feels like. They make our faces wet as we renew our faith and rekindle a hope that we thought was destroyed in seasons past. The magic is real by design. The magic is in the story—and at Christmastime, it’s the divine story.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Christmas stories and movies often don’t directly reference the birth of the Savior, Jesus Christ. They focus on the themes of the season and the feelings we get when we revisit them each year. But God has a way of teaching his message even when mankind might not be aware of it. The message is there if we have eyes to see. For this reason, I’ve made it a point to find the theme of Christ—his grace, love, sacrifice, and atonement for all mankind—hidden in my favorite movies. I’ve been pleased to find it appears more often than expected, even when the word “Christmas” isn’t mentioned. I credit the divinity behind storytelling, of course.<o:p></o:p></div>
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In the1970 musical Scrooge, my heart leaps each time I witness Tiny Tim and his sister gazing in the window of the toy shop at all the treasures they cannot have. Look at their eyes. They cannot hide the wonder and joy inside their hearts as they imagine what it would be like to play with one of the precious toys on the other side of the window. They can’t even touch them from where they are. But behind the joy in their eyes lies a harsh truth their little minds shouldn’t have to bear—those toys are out of reach in every aspect they can imagine. <o:p></o:p></div>
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But they still look and smile and wonder at the beauty beyond the window. Their innocent hearts don’t cave to the sorrow of a Christmas filled with this unfulfilled wish. They still hold onto what they’ve always had and what cannot be taken from them—the love of family, the beauty of the season, and the gifts it brings that supersedes even the most expensive of toys. But still, they wish.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Those adorable children went to sleep that night thinking the precious toys in the window would never be theirs. Their father as much as told them this, so why should they believe anything else? <o:p></o:p></div>
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The children longed for something they thought they could never have, only to be given it as a gift. This is the message of Christ—what God has been trying to tell each of us through the power of story. We think we stand outside of His love and that we could never measure up and deserve what he has. We think we need to be perfect before we can enter into his presence. Since we are not, we wait outside looking in the window, longing for what we think we’ll never deserve. Instead, God sent his Son to give us the gift of his grace and atoning sacrifice—the gift of forgiveness, the remission of sin, the removal of pain and sorrow, and the blessing of eternal life with Him.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Yes, the music, yes the era, yes the legend, yes Live Aid, yes to the remarkable talent of Freddie Mercury and Queen. Yes for the cinematography, the directing, the casting, the sound, the lighting, the history—and again the music which entered your heart years ago and never left you. Yes to all of those things because they showcase the talent of an era gone by as well as the talent of this generation to recreate, produce, and throw you back as if it all only happened yesterday. But there’s one more reason to see this movie—one that music historians and movie critics might overlook. The power of story.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Without giving away spoilers, I can tell you someone understood the power of story when he wrote the screenplay. And that elevated this movie above the basic musical tribute it was intended to be. While I appreciate all the different facets that came together to make this movie a success, I cannot help but notice one aspect that might be overlooked by critics and such—<a href="https://www.playmarket.org.nz/playwrights/anthony-mccarten" target="_blank">Anthony McCarten</a>'s understanding of story.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Anthony McCarten, New Zealand born screenplay and writer of The Theory of Everything and Darkest Hour, is responsible for making Bohemian Rhapsody come alive on a deeper and more permanent level than the historical telling of the life of Freddie Mercury and Queen. He utilized universal themes of family and the hero’s journey. He understood the fundamental structure of story and how it carries with it a debt and breadth that connects people to their spiritual core. He followed the formula for story structure so closely and so magnificently that he took the audience with him on a familiar journey they’ve never been on before. Anthony McCarten knew how to tap into the power of story to make Bohemian Rhapsody our journey back home. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Invest in yourself. Put in the time and expense. Fill your cup with education and spiritual nourishment. A wise investment will overflow, allowing you to give and serve and help those in your circle. People need what you have to offer. Take the time to invest in you, and you won’t be the only recipient of the abundance that awaits. <o:p></o:p></div>
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David Branderhorst, creator and coach for Business Academy Elite. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Did I benefit from this investment? More than I realized I could. As a fiction author, it has been my dream to use my book to help people beyond the worth of the story. The presenters at the conference gave me the confidence to launch my career and the tools to make it stand on its own. Good things are coming. This was an investment that will change the world.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Ever since I was a child, I could see right from wrong so clearly. But as a child, I felt powerless to speak up and rectify the injustices I saw. In essence, my magic-sense was bursting to speak out, but I was helpless to give it voice. My magic-sense was forced to be silent.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Have you experienced similar feelings of weakness? Did you think those feelings would fade as you grew, only to find in your despair that the forces to oppress your voice rose equally alongside you? Speaking up or speaking out could cost you so much. In some cultures and during certain periods in history, it could mean the matter of life and death.<o:p></o:p></div>
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In <b>A Doorway Back to Forever: DEFEND</b>, everyone must take a stand—everyone. But how the characters do it is unique to their journey, and whether or not they succeed is relevant to the story—not necessarily theirs, but to yours. In DEFEND, you’ll see the warriors work through their desire to no longer be silent, and you will search inside your heart to address precisely what it is that’s been stirring inside you.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>A Doorway Back to Forever</b> has an eternal message, unique to each person, and one that goes beyond the imagery <i>of once upon a time</i>. It was never meant to end—not after one book or even seven. There was always more to this idea than mere entertainment.</div>
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I’ve wanted people to have the opportunity to imagine what it would be like to have an Awakening, to walk through a personal doorway back to Forever, and to experience life in the Kingdom of the Morning. So while I’ve been writing the series, I’ve also been developing an online supplemental program designed to give readers a way to add to their enjoyment. <b>Stepping Through the Doorway</b> is about ready to launch!</div>
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<b>In Stepping Through the Doorway</b>, you will have several experiences to choose from, depending on how far and for how long you wish to visit the Kingdom of Forever. There will be videos, downloadable files, family fun night materials, and more, all designed to remember your self-worth, strengthen faith, build courage, offer relief, and help spark the creative nature you were born with. </div>
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I’m in the middle of a countdown for launching my new website, <b>Beyond the Doorway</b>. On it, you will find information about the book series, but you will also find the new online experience. When it’s ready to go, I’ll have a double launch party for <b>DEFEND</b> and <b>Stepping Through the Doorway</b>. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"> 1. Book three, A Doorway Back to Forever: DEFEND, is about ready for release. Interior and cover design are ready for submission. After its final review is complete, I’ll be shooting for a </span><b style="text-indent: -0.25in;">July 31<sup>st</sup> </b><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">date for release. Look for opportunities to be on my launch team and receive free stuff.</span></div>
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Prince Calemir asks the team to find his long-lost treasure box, missing since the Before-Time. It holds the key to saving them all. The warriors enlist an unlikely candidate to help: a mystical priestess of the underworld who has battled the enemy, Sylvare, since he first unleashed his poison beyond the doorway. As the warriors learn her story, they fear the priestess might be serving the wrong master.</div>
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A Doorway Back to Forever: DEFEND is a race to uncover the truth in a world of deceit, doubt, and fear. It is a battle cry to all warriors, young and old, to defend what is right. <o:p></o:p></div>
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I remember a time when I didn’t even want to tell my friends or family I wanted to write a book series. I was afraid of the negativity I’d face. Sure, people would be pleasant, but behind the pleasantries, I knew I’d see doubt, disbelief, and a lack of support. I tried to tell one or two people. The blank stares, awkward silence, and their promptness to change the subject devastated me. Others asked questions cordially, but I knew they thought my ideas wouldn’t go anywhere. Their lack of confidence in me could have capsized my idea altogether. Instead, it prompted me to do three things.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Having a great idea, or even a good one, is rewarding. It can make you feel intelligent, helpful, caring, and worthwhile. But there’s something about being inspired that elevates the entire process. The idea no longer belongs to you. Rather, it’s been given to you by a higher power for your charge. The word inspiration means a divine influence immediately exerted upon the mind or soul. When you receive inspiration, you feel differently about it. The idea didn’t come to you—it came <b>through </b>you. You are then responsible for seeing it come to fruition. Who gave it to you? Call it a higher power if you’d like. I call Him my Father in Heaven. If He has enough confidence in the idea and in me, why shouldn't I? I have someone on my side at all times, even if it feels like He’s the only one. He’s enough.<span style="color: #666666; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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The word “enthusiasm” comes from the Greek origin, en theos. “En” means “in” and “theos” means “god.” So it literally translates to being inspired or with god, to be rapt, or in ecstasy. The times I’m most happy are the times I put aside my worldly cares and find joy in the moment. I can honestly say I show signs of enthusiasm! It makes sense to equate enthusiasm with a divine closeness to God. He loves me, He supports me, and He gives me inspiration—he’s also the author of my enthusiasm. With my book series, no matter how many roadblocks I’d encountered, I persisted. Learning to write fiction was hard. Learning to write fiction well is even harder (still improving on that, I can say, enthusiastically!). Through all the failures and heartache, I never lost faith in the idea given <b class="gr-progress">through</b> me, and I never lost enthusiasm for this great story.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Picture Indiana Jones as he stood on the precipice of the cavern in the Last Crusade. His father was bleeding to death, he had to find the sacred chalice, the last clue was as vague as the rest, and he stood before a crevice too wide to cross and a devastating chasm below. He could see his destination, but there was no apparent way to get there. He had to trust the text—he had to take a leap of faith.</div>
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Sometimes we know the end product of our idea, but since we can’t get there in one step, we give up on the idea. The better way is to follow faith—one step at a time. I took the one step. Then I took the next. Many steps were taken to get BELIEVE published. Many more were taken for TRUST. Now, I’m about ready to take the last few steps for book three, DEFEND. My heart is humbled with gratitude for the people who have supported me on this journey. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Feedback is essential—it helps me see if my story is on track. It shows me where character arcs are weak and where plot holes exist. My readers see things I can’t see, and I’m grateful for the time and effort they put into reading my story before it’s ready to publish.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I had such success in working with Crissie Murphy—she read BELIEVE and loved it enough to become the cover designer for TRUST. Now she’s working diligently on DEFEND. I’m hoping for a cover reveal in the next week!<o:p></o:p></div>
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I’m not going to lie. 2017 was tough on my spirit in many ways. After publishing TRUST, I almost threw in the towel for the rest of the series and the plans I had for the online course. But instead, I remembered whose idea this is, I pumped up my enthusiasm, and I took one step at a time—again, and again, and again.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Two years ago, this hacker made himself comfortable in my home. It was a few months before I published my first book, A Doorway Back to Forever: BELIEVE. He tagged along at my heels, whispering his evil message. “You’re not good enough. No one cares about your story. Who do you think you are? No one cares about your message. You’re a waste.” I remember the assault on my mind, the toll it took on my physical body, and the many times I almost—almost—put a stop to the whole project. But somehow, I kicked him out the door and the next day, my book went live.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Since then, Crippling Fear has tried to come back, but I refused to let him in while in a vulnerable state. So, I filled my personal beaker with spiritual elements from the Elite Warrior Training center classroom—control, clarity, competence, and confidence for starters. I could control this beast. I had a clear vision of my future success. I am an expert on the material. I knew the power of its message. So, when I flung the door open, Crippling Fear crumpled in a pile of smelly refuse and slithered away. Success rose in its place! I spoke about my book series at the Igniting Souls Conference in 2016 and 2017—success! I learned formatting skills for my book series—success! I published the second book in the series, A Doorway Back to Forever: TRUST—success! I was offered a position as Managing Editor for Author Academy Elite—success! I lost 33 pounds—success! I welcomed a granddaughter into the world—success! And I had the pleasure of meeting many fans of my book series—success!<o:p></o:p></div>
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My emails went silent. No website. No updates on my blog. Hardly any Facebook posts. I became invisible to the online world. And in my invisibility, I almost forgot my message. I lost sight of the inspiration in me. I lost my direction as I let Crippling Fear take over. I lost sight of those who need the doorway back to Forever to remain open.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Blast off! I’ve learned to recognize my hacker, and I refuse to let him devastate me again. I’ve launched a counter hack-attack.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Have you been hacked by your worst enemy? My guess is you probably have. You can choose to let this continue, or you can protect yourself from future hack attacks. Come back to the doorway for more info on this. You can kick the hacker out the doorway as I have! <o:p></o:p></div>
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The internet is swarming with online pitches to become authors, coaches, and entrepreneurs—but how do you know whom to trust? A stranger’s face, a gimmicky click-bait tagline, and the premise of selling you something that is more self-serving to them rather than helping you start your business—all too scary for me! No, I needed something that worked in my life, someone whom I could trust, and someone who believed in the vision I had. Enter <a href="http://karyoberbrunner.com/" target="_blank">Kary Oberbrunner</a>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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After writing the first book of my fiction novel series, I knew I wanted it to become more than just a book on a shelf. I saw it not only as a story but a way to launch a coaching-type business for families. No one I had spoken to about this understood my vision. I felt discouraged, resigning to the fact that I had to publish this book by myself without expanding it into a business. I felt alone until I clicked on an online webinar about <a href="http://authoracademyelite.com/" target="_blank">Author Academy Elite</a>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The webinar was given by Kary Oberbrunner—author, coach, speaker, and founder of Author Academy Elite. AAE is a collaborative publishing and marketing company that not only helps you publish your book but teaches you how to turn it into a business. There was nothing to buy at the end of the webinar—big surprise to me! Instead, he asked us to fill out an application to see if we would make a good fit. That impressed me—he was screening potential clients to see if our ideas were worth developing and if he could be of help. I sent him my proposal and was shocked to get an email saying he wanted to personally talk to me about the potential business around my book—speaking engagements, supplemental materials, online webinars—ideas I hadn’t even thought of. Finally, someone who saw what I saw and believed I could make something more of this. I’m a woman of faith, so after much pondering and prayer, I signed up.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Kary’s signature style of teaching is all about serving. Using video modules, pdf guidebooks, and live chat sessions each week, he makes himself available to every member of the group. Never did I feel he acted as if he was better than the rest of us. Rather, he was there to serve. For those of us who have a strong foundation in our faith, this is precisely what we’re told to do and how we are expected to act if we are to live our faith. How refreshing to find someone in the business world doing this with humility and teaching us to do the same in our own business and lives.<o:p></o:p></div>
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After I published my first book, I was given a chance to present it at the <a href="http://ignitingsoulsconference.com/home-page-2017-next/" target="_blank">Igniting Souls Conference</a> 2016 last October. Can I tell you I was scared of what to expect! Would I meet a bunch of slimy salesmen? Crazy cultists? Boring business people? It was nothing like that at all. Kary and his team ran the event with respect, integrity, and passion—all while giving us more value than we could imagine. In ISC17, the guests were informative, motivational, hilarious, and generous—who leaves a conference with the PowerPoint notes from several of the big-time conferences speakers and a free book from another speaker? Yes, <a href="http://savvysexysocial.com/" target="_blank">Amy Schmittauer</a> gave over 200 books away. Why? She learned what all the other presenters had learned (and what Kary is teaching us)—how to serve your clients first.<o:p></o:p></div>
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We didn’t only hear from giant rock stars like David Branderhorst, Dexter Godfrey, Mike Kim, Brian Dixon, and Amy Schmittauer—Kary gave every new author a chance to speak about their book and business. I can’t tell you how inspiring it was to hear the stories of our fellow journeymen and women who’ve struggled in life and have used the wisdom they’ve gained to propel them forward through coaching and writing services. Each story was more uplifting than the last. <o:p></o:p></div>
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I’ve attended two Igniting Souls conferences since joining AAE, and I can tell you I’ve never been more energized about growing my business. I’ve struggled all my life with the sense of feeling like I matter. Kary and his team prove to me over and over that I matter, that my message is worth telling, and that people are starving for what I have to give. The difference now is that I too see those people as souls whom I can serve—and I so desperately want to serve them to give them what’s lacking in their lives. Igniting Souls Conference 2017 did that for me. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<o:p> I hope to see you all at Igniting Souls 2018 Conference in Columbus Ohio, October 20th - 21st.</o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">A great story entertains. But a </span><i style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">good</i><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> story—one that speaks to your soul— can change your heart forever. Never underestimate the power of a good story! </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Think back to when you were a child—what was your favorite story? It may have been a tale of good triumphing over evil or a happily-ever-after story that brought the heroes home.</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Whatever it was, I’m sure it spoke directly to your heart and made a lasting impression to this day. This is not a coincidence. I believe the power of story is a gift from God—a gift that speaks directly from His spirit to ours reminding us of eternal truths that span all generations and cultures touching hearts to remind us of things we have but forgotten. Where did I come from? Why am I here? Where am I going? A timeless story doesn’t simply entertain. It inspires us to be better than we were yesterday. We need more good stories!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%;">My desire to help people reconnect with their spiritual nature propelled me to write A Doorway Back to Forever. It is a fantasy series with symbols of faith for those who have eyes to see them. It is a written for YA, upper middle grade, and older, especially families and those who are looking to strengthen their divine connection with God. The main characters, Kit and Robyn discover they have a secret gift called magic-sense—a forbidden power to see and hear beyond earthly sight and sound. It is considered a taboo, but they are strangely drawn to it. Unable to control their curiosity, it leads them to the doorway back to Forever: a magical realm where magic-sense began. They’re given a challenge to explore the kingdom and fight with the royal family for its existence. But a madman beyond the doorway wants to see the royal family destroyed and the girls dead. Kit and Robyn know what they must do—do you have the courage to join them?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Fiction has the power to teach and to heal. We come to this life with a connection to God, but something happens to us along the way. We lose sight of our divinity due to the trials we face while negotiating this journey called life. We become tattered, soiled, sold for cheap. We’re lied to and told that this broken image of ourselves is who we are. In reality, we’re worth more than we can even imagine, more than what we remember. Some people are fortunate. They experience a foundation of faith that helps to ground them, refocus their worth, and teaches eternal truths through spiritual instruction. Others aren’t so fortunate and spend their lives searching for their worth. There are more ways to remember one’s worth, and storytelling is a powerful venue for teaching these truths<b>. A Doorway Back to Forever</b> is an exciting series, but it is more—it points us in the direction of our eternal home.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Not at all! The symbolism is woven subtly within the story and character arcs. For those with a spiritual upbringing, you may notice it. For others without, it’s simply a fantasy story. I’ve had people of both backgrounds comment on how the message touched them at their own level of spirituality—even hardcore agnostics! In the seven-book series, readers will rediscover what they have forgotten—their eternal connection to God. It is perfect for families to read, then discuss and compare it to their own ideas of eternity. It is the kind of story that reintroduces us to our relationship with God and helps us move closer to Him. The series has something for everyone at any age. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">A Doorway Back to Forever: BELIEVE</span></b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> takes two families on a journey of faith and courage discovering the magic within them<b>.</b> It begins by introducing the reader to the two families and the magical world they find beyond the doorway which leads to Forever. It is there where they learn of the royal family that beckons them home, the madman that vows to destroy them, and how to gain strength to overcome the challenges they face<b>. </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"><b>A Doorway Back to Forever: TRUST</b> is the second book in the series. It asks the question, “Now that you believe, can you be trusted to go further?” It explores the trial of temptation as the main characters are lured from both sides of the doorway. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">The rest of the series explores moral, ethical, and spiritual trials which fall in the realm of the fantasy world, the Kingdom of Forever.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">A Doorway Back to Forever will not end with the seven volumes. Supplemental material will be released, including study guides, podcasts, and inspirational fireside chats discussing the spiritual topics in further depth. A mastermind course called A Doorway Back to Forever Awakening will offer insight into connecting with your spiritual nature and will be available online in early 2018. I even have hopes to make this into a movie in the distant future.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Welcome, Skyborn warrior. Your Awakening is now.</span></i><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Robyn and Kit are best friends who share everything—except their darkest secret. They were born with forbidden magic-sense, the ability to see and hear beyond Earthly sight and sound. It’s been called a taboo, but Robyn and Kit are strangely drawn to it—could there be more to this curse than they’ve been told?<br />When their secret spills out, it opens a doorway back to Forever—the realm where magic-sense began. It is a gift, connecting them to the Skyborn people. They are summoned back by the forces for good to preserve the kingdom and revive magic where it once flourished—on Earth. It can thrive again if Robyn and Kit are brave enough to follow.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">However, the doorway awakens more than magical fairy-tales. A dark force is unleashed—one that has battled the Skyborn since time began—and it wants the girls dead, the Earth destroyed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Beyond the doorway is where the adventure begins—trickery, kidnapping, a prison break, rescue teams, sword fights, magical gold-dust, holographic medallions, and singing orbs—but only for those who have the courage to believe.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">A Doorway Back To Forever: TRUST</span></b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">, is the perfect sequel to <b>BELIEVE</b>. It takes two families on an adventure to Midnight and back that challenges their ability to trust who they are, why they are here, and what they’ve been chosen to do. Do you have the courage to join them?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> “Nanette O’Neal spins another great tale of faith, this time asking who can resist temptation—would you pass the test?” Kary Oberbrunner, author of ELIXIR Project.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">The second book in the Doorway Back to Forever Series by Nanette O’Neal<b>, A DOORWAY BACK TO FOREVER: TRUST</b> takes the fantasy to the next level with mystery, suspense, and temptations that leave you guessing who the villains really are! Robyn, Kit, and Cam continue their training while battling the dark forces of Sylvare beyond the doorway. Their younger siblings, Shirley, Grace, and McCoy, secretly investigate their forbidden use of magic. The three younger siblings add comedy to this thrilling tale as each side questions who and what to trust. This is a story of faith, courage, and knowing how to follow your gut. A perfect sequel to <b>BELIEVE</b>. <i>~ Kary Oberbrunner, author of ELIXIR Project</i>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">A DOORWAY BACK TO FOREVER: TRUST</span></b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> is an inspiring book about revelation and finding yourself. I felt like I was in the story learning and growing with each character. I felt inspired reading <b>TRUST</b>, and I am excited to have a book that I can enjoy with my kids. <i>~Whitney Rockwell, reader.</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">A DOORWAY BACK TO FOREVER: TRUST </span></b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">reminds me of the "<b>Chronicles of Narnia</b>" with a touch "<b>Aragon</b>" ... battling good vs. evil. It is a perfect read for any age. I am a father of 3 young-adult children, and I couldn't put it down! <i>~ DeLane Davidson, reader</i>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Nanette O'Nealhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13462283383052424995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3764259968087311623.post-51718264862629203812017-03-28T12:34:00.000-07:002017-03-28T12:34:30.259-07:00TRUST! Release date May 4th 2017<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<b>A Doorway Back to Forever: TRUST will be coming out May 4th, 2017</b></div>
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<b>WHAT IS IT ABOUT??</b></div>
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<b><i>Forbidden … and yet. The black
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“Mark my word,” Dr. du Monique said, “One
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of it.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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Robyn, Kit, and Cam are called to
be on the Elite Skyborn Warrior Team, but the Legend’s prophecy points a guilty
finger—three of the nine are destined to turn on the prince. They swear none of
them would ever fall, but the vial has a secret, mesmerizing appeal. <o:p></o:p></div>
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While learning to control their
powers, their younger siblings, Shirley, Grace, and McCoy, are taught to spy on
suspected magic-users and turn them in to the police. When the older kids
discover a plot to kill Mr. Fischer, they must use advanced skills they’ve
secretly cultivated—skills that could push them over the edge into Midnight. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Will they be the ones to fall to the
dark side, or will their younger siblings have them arrested before their
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<b>A Doorway Back To
Forever: TRUST</b>, is the perfect sequel to <b>BELIEVE</b>. It takes two families on an adventure to Midnight and back
that challenges their ability to trust who they are, why they are here, and
what they’ve been chosen to do. Do you have the courage to join them?</div>
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faith, this time asking who can resist temptation—would you pass the test?”
Kary Oberbrunner, author of ELIXIR Project.</span></div>
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<b>Endorsements for</b> <b>A DOORWAY BACK TO FOREVER: TRUST</b></div>
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The second book in the Doorway Back to Forever Series by Nanette O’Neal<b>, A DOORWAY BACK TO FOREVER: TRUST</b> takes
the fantasy to the next level with mystery, suspense, and temptations that
leave you guessing who the villains really are! Robyn, Kit, and Cam continue
their training while battling the dark forces of Sylvare beyond the doorway.
Their younger siblings, Shirley, Grace, and McCoy, secretly investigate their
forbidden use of magic. The three younger siblings add comedy to this thrilling
tale as each side questions who and what to trust. This is a story of faith,
courage, and knowing how to follow your gut. A perfect sequel to <b>BELIEVE</b>. <i>~ Kary Oberbrunner, author of <b>ELIXIR
Project</b></i>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>A DOORWAY BACK TO
FOREVER: TRUST</b> is an inspiring book about revelation and finding yourself.
I felt like I was in the story learning and growing with each character. I felt
inspired reading <b>TRUST</b>, and I am
excited to have a book that I can enjoy with my kids. <i>~Whitney Rockwell, reader.<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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<b>A DOORWAY BACK TO
FOREVER: TRUST </b>reminds me of the "<b>Chronicles
of Narnia</b>" with a touch "<b>Aragon</b>"
... battling good vs. evil. It is a
perfect read for any age. I am a father of 3 young-adult children, and I
couldn't put it down! <i>~ DeLane Davidson, reader</i>.</div>
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Well, it’s been too long since my last blog / update. I was
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Hacked?? Yes. Not my computer, not my bank account, not my
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It was brutal, let me tell you.<o:p></o:p></div>
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After publishing my first book, A Doorway Back to Forever:
Believe, I was flying high with the success. Sales were good, reviews were all
positive, even friends who had doubted my abilities were sending me messages
about how much they enjoyed the first book. I was well on my way to advancing
the series and developing the idea even further. I had already written the
first drafts for books two, three, and four, and I began to delve into the
publicity and marketing of book one. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Sales for book one began to fizzle after two months. <i>Wasn’t it good enough?</i> <b>Hack</b>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Facing the task of learning marketing techniques was daunting.
<i>Am I smart enough to learn this?</i> <b>Hack.</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Waiting for edits and critiques to come back for book two
was taking longer than I expected. <i>Did
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<i>How am I going to keep
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conference when I’ve lost faith in my own series?</i> <b>Hack</b>. <i>How could I ever
believe this book series could be expanded into a successful business? </i><b>Hack</b>. <i>Who would ever want to read more? </i><b>Hack. </b><i>Maybe I should give up
now</i><b>. Hack. HACK. HACK!!</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Visions of Rocky Balboa getting crushed in the ring with
Apollo Creed, his face brutalized, swollen, and bleeding, filled my mind’s eye.
It was my idea that stood in that ring, and every doubt, all my fears, pummeled
it mercilessly. I watched it happen, powerless to stop it—</div>
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—until I discovered the secret. I was the hacker. I had the
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You see, we all have the power to create and to destroy with
equal zeal. We have God-given talents to create beauty, goodness, and
positivity in our world. We have the power to be more than who we are today. We
have the power to reach our own Awakening, to see the doorway that leads to the
Kingdom of Forever—a place where perfection already exists. We have the power
to open that doorway and remember who we once were, to become that perfect
being again. <o:p></o:p></div>
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But we also have the power to destroy our own hopes and
dreams of reaching perfection simply by letting doubts and fears blind us to
anything beyond what we see in this life. We live in a world where brutality,
corruption, and devastation seem to reign, and we submit to being the servant,
the pawn, the underdog of our own story. If we persist in this negativity, we
are the ones who crush our dreams. We are both the Rocky Balboa and the Apollo
Creed of our lives. We get hacked. <o:p></o:p></div>
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How did I learn to resist the hacker in me? It wasn’t easy—I’m
still working on it. But I have to tell you, I needed help. I read a fiction
novel called <a href="https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_c_2_17?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=the+elixir+project&sprefix=The+Elixir+Projec%2Caps%2C159&crid=2K6Y3LEI8A4ZV" target="_blank">The ELIXIR Project</a> by Kary Oberbrunner. It deals directly with the
idea of unhackability—learning to have faith in your flawless idea and
developing the talent of pure focus and unwavering flow in the actions you take
to develop that flawless idea. His fiction book was the foundation for his
master class, <a href="https://vt226.isrefer.com/go/dguide/Nanette/" target="_blank">The ELIXIR Project Experience</a>, where he takes you step by step
through the process of becoming Unhackable.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The result—I have more energy, more focus, and more faith in
the validity of my idea. I have more determination than ever to continue my series
and to develop the master class I dreamed it could become.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Do you have an idea to create something amazing? Maybe you
have the desire to be a better mom or dad and you need a push to make it
happen. Maybe your productivity at home, school, or work could use some fine
tuning. Maybe there is a marathon runner inside you itching to step up to the
starting line. Maybe there is a musician inside you craving to perform a solo
in a concert. Maybe there is a novel inside you hoping to be read by millions.
Maybe, just maybe, you’re ready to see the doorway back to YOUR Forever, and all
you need is the confidence to reach for the knob and open it. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>A Doorway Back to Forever: TRUST </b></div>
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<b>scheduled for release </b><br />
<b>Spring of 2017</b></div>
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<b>The Doorway Back to Forever AWAKENING</b><br />
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<b>June of 2017</b></div>
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<i>A master class experience </i>designed to help you discover your own doorway, AWAKENING will be coming this summer! More details will follow. </div>
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