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"Steal Away, Steal Away..." (Book 25)

  Remember book reports when we were in school? For some they were a dreaded terrible thing, for others they were fun ways to recall your favorite book and an easy format to tell someone what the book was about. I've decided to post some reports of books I've read recently; let's jump right in. My best friend asked if I could write something that focused on the history of black Americans. I asked Tony Hotep for a recommendation for this project. And he gave me this book. It's more like a detailed information pamphlet that holds historical information about the Underground Railroad. I found it interesting and it definitely got a rise out of my emotions .  I also wrote and published 8 books check them out here:  https://www.lulu.com/search?sortBy=RELEVANCE&page=1&q=Jodie+Spartz&pageSize=10&adult_audience_rating=00 Author:     New Jersey Historical Commission Title:     "Steal Away, Steal Away..." Main Characters:    Th...
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Who is Tony Hotep?

Jodie Spartz wrote, edited and published 8 books check them out here:  https://www.lulu.com/search?sortBy=RELEVANCE&page=1&q=Jodie+Spartz&pageSize=10&adult_audience_rating=00  Bridging Cultures & Clinical Care Meet: My Co-Author,   Tony Hotep pronounced ( O-Tep) When I work with someone, I don't just look for professional expertise—I look for heart. My co-author on Master Your Vibe , Tony Hotep , is a Hip-Hop Scholar, but that title only scratches the surface of who he is. I wanted to peel back some layers and introduce the man behind the book Masters of Vibe. I sat down with Tony to talk about his own journey, what shapes his worldview, and why he’s so passionate about the work we're doing together. Jodie Spartz:   Tony Hotep, getting to know the "Hip-Hop Scholar" side of you. Who was young Tony Hotep? What was the soundtrack of your early years?  Tony Hotep: I grew up in Burlington county New Jersey which is about a hour north of Phil...

The Four Agreements (Book 24)

  Remember book reports when we were in school? For some they were a dreaded terrible thing, for others they were fun ways to recall your favorite book and an easy format to tell someone what the book was about. I've decided to post some reports of books I've read recently; let's jump right in. I don't remember where I got this book from. It feels like it was always around waiting for me to read it and digest it. When I had enough knowledge to understand the core of it. I also wrote and published 8 books check them out here:  https://www.lulu.com/search?sortBy=RELEVANCE&page=1&q=Jodie+Spartz&pageSize=10&adult_audience_rating=00 Author:     Don Miguel Ruiz Title:    The Four Agreements ( A Toltec Wisdom Book)  Main Characters:    There are no characters in this book it is something like a self-help book. Setting:     The setting is where ever you choose to read it. Plot:      This books helps the...

8 Books Self Published

  Order a copy for yourself or for a friend TODAY!  https://www.lulu.com/search?sortBy=RELEVANCE&page=1&q=Jodie+Spartz&pageSize=10&adult_audience_rating=00 This one is so beautiful, It’s a tribute wrapped in a story, this vivid, electric, neon world exist, but at the absolute center of it is the pure, unbreakable bond of family and mentorship. It’s a story about finding you're worth when the world tries to reduce you to a dollar amount. Imagine a smoke-filled, neon-soaked underground of high-stakes clubs... where the bass thumps like a second heartbeat, the air is thick with expensive perfume and desperate secrets, and two women share a connection that completely transcends the stage."      This is the world of my book, You Can't Tame Desire. But at its core, this story is deeply personal. I wrote it for my godmother, who passed away, and who I loved so, so much. In these pages, a godmother and goddaughter navigate life together as an unbreakable...

New York Stories

 Before we get into this I want to remind you that Jodie Spartz who is me lol wrote and published 6 books find them here;  https://www.lulu.com/search?sortBy=RELEVANCE&page=1&q=Jodie+Spartz&pageSize=10&adult_audience_rating=00 I've been through a lot of things in this life and I'm absolutely sure insane things happen everywhere to everyone so these probably aren't that big of a deal but for me they were wild little TV moments.       I went to the hospital in Jamaica Queens for a follow up on my sprained ankle.  You can read about it here;  https://www.expresspassion4life.com/2025/08/finding-self-part-9-eyes-wide-open.html  while waiting for a nurse the backroom where I was placed became a scene from the show 911.  At one point I thought I was apart of some kind of prank show. The Paramedics came in the backroom, there were other patients besides me sitting in their designated cubicles separated by curtains. The paramedics...

Critical Thinking Skills & Why we NEED them

Hey Family be4 we get into it I just want to remind ya'll Jodie Spartz wrote and published 6 books you can check them out here;  https://www.lulu.com/search?sortBy=RELEVANCE&page=1&q=Jodie+Spartz&pageSize=10&adult_audience_rating=00 Critical Thinking is the capability to think on your own accord. The courage to ask the right questions internally instead of just believing what you are told. It's having the ability to break situations down analyze them, look for sound evidence and make smart choices. This implies that you have patience, which requires you to pause before reaction. When thinking critical, it's all about the raw information you have to interpret to find an unbaised solution and pass good judgement.  Let's break it all down The Capability to think on your own Accord: If there isn't anyone around to ask a question to would you be able to figure it out on your own? Could you observe your surroundings or the situation and come up with a solu...

Cyclorama (Book 23)

  Remember book reports when we were in school? For some they were a dreaded terrible thing, for others they were fun ways to recall your favorite book and an easy format to tell someone what the book was about. I've decided to post some reports of books I've read recently; let's jump right in. I also wrote and published 6 books you can check them out here:  https://www.lulu.com/search?sortBy=RELEVANCE&page=1&q=Jodie+Spartz&pageSize=10&adult_audience_rating=00      I came across this book at a mental health respite in Brooklyn NYC. I was initially attracted to the bright colors of the cover. I read what it was about and thought why not read it.  Author:     Adam Langer Title:    CYCLORAMA  Main Characters:    The cast of the play & the director of the play  Setting:    Evanston, Illinois 1982 Plot:      This story  follows ten high schoolers cast in the play and t...