Every year, the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books becomes livelier and brighter due to the growing number of attendees. From book lovers, casual readers, and literary collectors to authors and publishers, people gathered to celebrate literacy.
The largest book festival in the US opened its doors last April for a glamorous two-day weekend celebration with the bookworms. Held at the University of Southern California, many book enthusiasts, book lovers, and book collectors, as well as writers, established authors, and many more, attended the free event.
A lot of bookfair-goers went by the Citi of Books booth to check for their next read and potential favorite book. One of the books that were chosen is “Thomas of 1920” by Dennis C. Teall Sr. It was displayed on April 20th and 21st at the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books at the University of Southern California.
In the story of “Thomas of 1920,” the young protagonist’s journey begins in the shadow of tragedy and hardship. After the loss of his mother, Thomas faces the bleak reality of life with an abusive father. His resilience shines through as he makes the heart-wrenching decision to escape, seeking a better life beyond the confines of his troubled home. This narrative could explore themes of courage, the innocence of youth amidst adversity, and the quest for hope when all seems lost. Thomas’s character could be developed to show his growth through the trials he faces, painting a poignant picture of a child’s perseverance in an era marked by its own societal challenges.
Each year, the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books buzzes with increasing energy and vibrancy as more attendees flock to the event. From avid readers and casual book lovers to literary enthusiasts and industry professionals, crowds gather to celebrate the joy of reading.
As the largest book festival in the United States, the event kicked off with a grand two-day celebration last April at the University of Southern California. Visitors, including book enthusiasts, collectors, authors, and publishers, enjoyed the festivities free of charge.
Many attendees gravitated towards the Citi of Books booth in search of their next literary adventure and to meet up with their favorite author. Last April 21st, at the University of Southern California, Lisa Nezneski signed and gave out copies of her three books.
Lisa Nezneski, a Pharm.D., BCPS, is a respected figure in Integrative Medicine, merging conventional medicine, meditation, and alternative practices for holistic well-being. With over three decades of experience spanning roles like clinical pharmacist, hospital administrator, and healthcare consultant, she advocates for a balanced approach to health.
Nezneski, a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher and expert in Botanical Medicine, emphasizes the synergy between medication and meditation in her practice. She’s authored articles for esteemed journals like the American Journal of Hospital Pharmacy and holds certifications from institutions like Harvard Business School and the University of Western States. Currently, she owns Healthy Mindful Self, an integrative medicine company promoting the safe integration of medication and natural supplements.
Nezneski has three books that she signed for the event: “Grounded in Chaos: Leaning into Adversity, Learning Joy“, “Seven Mindful Questions: The Workbook: Stop Wasting Time, Redirect Your Mind, Focus on What Matters,” and “Seven Mindful Questions: Stop Wasting Time, Redirect Your Mind, Focus on What Matters.”
“Grounded in Chaos: Leaning into Adversity, Learning Joy” is a story about rising to the challenge of forced change and isolation that is prescient and timely. Thrown into sudden, life-altering changes trigger chaos, turmoil, and deep emotions. There is hope and unexpected blessings in change. There is life on the other side of chaos. Facing adversity head-on, Nezneski learned to love again and experience joy.
The “Seven Mindful Questions” look at where you’re wasting time and repeating mistakes and will help you align your actions with what matters in your life—your personal core foundation. This book also has a workbook edition, which was created to take a deep dive into what matters most to you and how to be more present in your life. The Workbook will assist you in examining what is and what is not working in your life—to make self-discoveries and gain insight to improve your circumstances.
The author of these books, Debra Robinson, enthusiastically interacts with the festival attendees as she delightfully talks and discusses her book with them. This was a successful and blissful festival of books for everyone.
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