Books of the Month

We bet you have read books by bestselling author Reed Farrel Coleman! His 31 novels — including the Nick Ryan series and six in Robert B. Parker’s Jesse Stone series — have topped with New York Times bestseller list

Meet the Author: Called a hard-boiled poet by NPR’s Maureen Corrigan and the noir poet laureate in the Huffington Post, Reed Farrel Coleman is the New York Times-bestselling author of thirty-one

The Secret Sauce: Superintendent Peter Noonan and his team of experienced educators Share 45 Ideas on What Makes Falls Church City Public Schools Special

Sept. 2025: Publishing great books for colleagues is always a great pleasure for a book publishing company like Inkandescent.us. When Dr. Peter Noonan approached us to help him honor the Falls

Meet “The China Factor” author Timothy Trainer, intellectual property attorney and international trade expert, who offers spectacular insights into America’s relationship with China

August 2025: Writing books is a passion for attorney Timothy Trainer, who for more than three decades focused on intellectual property issues in his day job. He has worked in government agencies and

This month you’ll get “Street Whys” with the newest book by bestseller Christopher Chambers — you won’t want to miss his third novel in his critically-acclaimed Detective Dickie Cornish series

July 2025: This month, the Inkandescent team is proud to launch a new website for bestselling author Christopher Chambers: ChrisChambersNoir.com. We know you will enjoy the gritty essence of his

In his new 4-part book series, bestselling thriller author Jeffrey James Higgins brings us Volume 1, “The Havana Syndrome” — available June 17

June 2025: It’s always a thrill to promote the launch of a new book by one of our favorite Inkandescent authors. This month, we shine the spotlight on bestselling thriller novelist Jeffrey

Imagine that in the cold heart of a secret military facility, a new form of intelligence awakens. Learn all about these “Unknowable Minds” when author Dr. Mark Bailey is featured today at Elaine’s Literary Salon

May 2025: On this episode of Elaine’s Literary Salon show, meet Dr. Mark Bailey, who writes about the intersection between artificial intelligence, complexity, and national security. He is an

Children’s book author Karen Leggett Abouraya teaches us that we are all connected in her newest tale, Zamzam

April 2025: A Note from Hope Katz Gibbs, founder, Inkandescent PR — In a time of deep division in our world, it’s an honor to introduce you to children’s book author Karen Leggett

Celebrate Women’s History Month with Alina Z’s delicious book, “Single and Hungry: A Realistic Guide to Food and Self-Love”

March 2025: A Note from Hope Katz Gibbs, founder, Inkandescent PR — Few authors understand the complex relationship between food and self-love (or lack of). Before coming a sought-after holistic

Ring in February with the “not a love story” book that you will love: “Ghost Train,” the debut novel by Natalie Jacobsen

February 2025: A Note from Hope Katz Gibbs, founder, Inkandescent PR — SelectBooks publishers are very pleased to announce the upcoming publication of Ghost Train by Natalie Jacobsen. Her debut

Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff Every Day: 365 Simple Ways to Live a Life You Love

January 2025: A Note from Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent PR + Publishing Co. — I can’t think of a better way to start the new year than by celebrating the good stuff

Here’s an amazing holiday gift for everyone you know and love — Nora Roberts’ newest book, “The Mirror”

December 2024: A Note from Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent PR + Publishing Co. — What an honor it is to feature #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts in our final

Gregory Maguire’s “Wicked” hits the big screen today!

November 22, 2024: A Note from Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent PR + Publishing Co. — Odds are good that you have read Gregory Macguire’s bestseller, “Wicked,”

A must read: “The Uprising of Women in Philanthropy,” a collective of 10 international authors — Christine Grumm, Ndana Bofu-Tawamba, Ruby Bright, Stephanie Clohesy, Musimbi Kanyoro, Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ana Oliveira, Laura Risimini, Jane Sloane, and Jessica Tomlin

October 2025: A Note from Hope Katz Gibbs, founder, Inkandescent PR — The Uprising of Women in Philanthropy tells the inspiring, never-before-told story of the Global Women’s Funding Movement —

Raise your social EQ this month with Shelly Kurtz’s “This Little World: A How-To Guide for Social Innovators”

September 2024: A Note from Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent PR + Publishing Co. — It’s an honor and pleasure to introduce you this month to author and social entrepreneur

“Well at Work: Creating Wellbeing in any Workspace,” by Dr. Esther Sternberg

August 2024: A Note from Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent PR + Publishing Co. — It’s a pleasure and honor to introduce you to Esther M. Sternberg, MD, author and an

Pure Love — or is it?, by Sean Gold

July 2024: A Note from Hope Katz Gibbs, creator, Inkandescent PR + Publishing Co. — Brandon had a secret. Once revealed to his parents, they began to treat him with cruelty, disdain, and hatred.

Engaging Virtual Meetings: Openers, Games, and Activities for Communication, Morale, and Trust, by John Chen

June 2024: A Note from Hope Katz Gibbs, creator, Inkandescent PR + Publishing Co. — If virtual meetings are your go-to, you will learn to build a cohesive and high-performing virtual team with

The Briar Club, by bestselling historical novalist Kate Quinn

May 2024: A Note from Hope Katz Gibbs, creator, Inkandescent PR + Publishing Co. — The McCarthy Era comes to life in Kate Quinn’s newest historical novel, The Briar Club, a tale that illustrates

Wealth Management Rules: 12 Tips to Help You Harness Your Financial Know-How, by Marguerita Cheng, CFP® Pro

By Marguerita Cheng

April 2024: A Note from Hope Katz Gibbs, creator, Inkandescent PR + Publishing Co. — Are you ready to celebrate financial literacy month and harness your financial know-how? That’s exactly what

Romance is Redefined in Rebecca Serle’s “Expiration Dates”

March 2024: A Note from Hope Katz Gibbs, founder, Inkandescent® PR & Publishing Co. — “Being single is like playing the lottery — always the chance that with one piece of paper, you could

Meet Chef Cynthia Anderson and learn about “The Art of Healthy Cooking” and begin the journey to being a healthier you in 2024!

February 2024: Meet Chef Cynthia Anderson-Clay! A native of Washington D.C. who now lives in Millsboro, DE, Chef Cyn is a foodie, motivational speaker, health and wellness coach, and author of The

Monday Magic Newsletter of the Week

October 20, 2025: Today we share the magic and power of etentral love from our dear friend Cynthia de Lorenzi on the passing of her beloved husband, Larry Nelson
Monday Morning Magic from Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co. — Love stories are always profoundly moving because they remind us of what (I believe) is most important in life — two souls finding
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Check out this new series on Inkandescent Radio Empowered Together Network: Calm, Cool, Compassionate Changemakers

Meet the Changemakers

As we roll out the new show, you'll meet a new leader in the women's community monthly who will share her insights with the group in an informal roundtable discussion. In Ep1 you'll meet the Empowered Together Network co-founders, Hope Katz Gibbs and Cynthia de Lorenzi, as well as members of our Board of Directors: Chef Alina Z, Coach Eva Ross, and Author Natalie Jacobsen. Join us!

Don't miss this new show on Inkandescent.tv The Uprising of Women in Philanthropy

This social justice playbook is an urgent call for women’s collective leadership to guide humanity through the gravest of challenges — Join the Revolution! The fall 2024 publish date of the new book, "The Uprising of Women in Philanthropy," tells the inspiring, never-before-told, story of the Global Women’s Funding Movement. Written by 10 leaders worldwide, it is considered the women’s movement’s greatest secret, for these funds have enabled women from all walks of life to harness the power of money to free themselves from oppression. In this TV series, you'll meet the authors and learn about the fundamentals of women's funding. Don't miss it! Read More

Inkandescent Women magazine The Giving Back Issue

Meet 12 women helping us put our money to good work

One of the dozen women you'll meet this fall is Shelly Kurtz, who will raise your social EQ with her new book, “This Little World: A How-To Guide for Social Innovators.” Shelly shares: "Our planet has never been smaller, and that's why I've written this book — to inspire those who wish to explore the rich and rewarding world of social innovation. It’s a practical, step-by-step guide to innovation opportunities that will enrich an organization’s capacity for transformation and impact." Check it out!

BeInkandescent Health & Wellness magazine Power to the People!

Pritzker for President

In the video featured on this issue's homepage, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker explains, How To Spot An Idiot. A dear friend turned me on to this commencement speech the Governor gave at Northwestern University. Ever since, I have been a huge fan of the heartful, articulate politician reportedly considering a presidential bid. Click here to read more about that.