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Author interviews with Gabby Olczak, president of the INDEPENDENT PRESS AWARD.
Announced every spring, IPA recognizes the best independent press books globally.
independentPressAward.com
In the fall, the NYC Big Book Award, nycBigBookAward.com, takes book submissions from all publishers and authors, including those published by the Big 5 publishing houses, and awards the best books and audiobooks in over 100 categories.
To find out more, visit the websites, or email gabby@independentpressaward.com

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    • Arts

Author interviews with Gabby Olczak, president of the INDEPENDENT PRESS AWARD.
Announced every spring, IPA recognizes the best independent press books globally.
independentPressAward.com
In the fall, the NYC Big Book Award, nycBigBookAward.com, takes book submissions from all publishers and authors, including those published by the Big 5 publishing houses, and awards the best books and audiobooks in over 100 categories.
To find out more, visit the websites, or email gabby@independentpressaward.com

    Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Jennifer Nash

    Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Jennifer Nash

    "A must-read for anyone aspiring to lead in today's complex business environment" - Dan P.



    In a post-pandemic world where adaptability, empathy, and human connection have become more important than ever, Dr. Nash's message is both timely and timeless. Be Human, Lead Human addresses a central issue facing contemporary workplaces: the urgent need for human-centric leadership that fosters engagement, creates connection, and powers performance.



    Be Human, Lead Human is more than just a book; it's a movement. It holds the promise of a new leadership ethos, one that disrupts the status quo and champions humanity at the heart of organizational effectiveness. If you're ready to lead with courage, empathy, and authenticity, this book is your starting line.



    Ready to transform your leadership approach and craft a more empathetic, connected, and effective workplace? Be Human, Lead Human is your indispensable guide. Discover how to bridge the gap between people and performance — because to lead humans, one must first be human.




    Jennifer Nash, PhD, MBA, PCC is a leadership expert and consultant to Fortune 50 organizations such as Google, Ford, Exxon Mobil, JP Morgan, IBM, Boeing, and Verizon. She is Founder & CEO of Jennifer Nash Coaching & Consulting, helping successful leaders connect people and performance to deliver exceptional results.

    • 29 min
    GAB TALKS with Vito DiBarone, author of BOTHERATION: Part One: The Missing Link

    GAB TALKS with Vito DiBarone, author of BOTHERATION: Part One: The Missing Link

    DiBarone's discusses his Botheration series. Although there are elements of adventure and science-fiction, his books address universal adolescent issues such as friendship, first love, and bullying. “I want to share with readers that they are not alone,” DiBarone says. “We all have the same problems."

    • 24 min
    GAB TALKS with Dr. Josh McConkey, author of Be the Weight Behind the Spear

    GAB TALKS with Dr. Josh McConkey, author of Be the Weight Behind the Spear

    A Distinguished Favorite in the Motivation category for the Independent Press Award.

    With 20 years of working in America's emergency rooms & 22 years of military service, Dr. (Colonel) McConkey combines lessons of leadership and poignant examples of how to move Americans forward. His book encourages a national dialogue on the importance of motivating all Americans to be the weight behind the spears of America's future leaders.

    • 24 min
    GAB TALKS with Michael C. Higgins, PhD, author of the Exploring Wine Regions series

    GAB TALKS with Michael C. Higgins, PhD, author of the Exploring Wine Regions series

    Exploring Wine Regions - California Central Coast by Michael C. Higgins, PhD



    Independent Press Award 2024 Winner in

    Coffee-table Book; Gift Books; and Travel categories



    Michael C. Higgins, author, publisher, pilot, and guide discusses his latest Exploring Wine Regions book in the award-winning series – California Central Coast, now exploring lesser-known areas of California’s wine regions where top-level, high-quality wines are produced, and the tourism is extraordinary.

    • 33 min
    Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Beth Ann Hooper

    Independent Press Award: GAB TALKS with Beth Ann Hooper

    A hauntingly true tale, embarks on a 21-year journey alongside Jane, a budding scholar. Through her PhD research on the literary giants T.S. Eliot and Ezra Pound, a shocking discovery unravels: her grandmother's hidden affair with another titan of American Modernism, William Carlos Williams.

    • 34 min
    GAB TALKS with Etty Burk, author of Aaron the Different - A Story of Courage, Belonging, and Acceptance

    GAB TALKS with Etty Burk, author of Aaron the Different - A Story of Courage, Belonging, and Acceptance

    A 2024 Independent Press Award Distinguished Favorite recipient



    This uplifting and beautifully illustrated story is a catalyst for important discussions with children and adults about respect, kindness, and acceptance. We all possess unique skills and talents and have the power to make real positive change. Author Etty Burk, an organizational psychologist who works with teams and organizations, delivers a powerful lesson for people of all ages about diversity and inclusion in Aaron's story. We can all help people feel they are safe, welcome, and truly belong.

    • 20 min

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