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Life Lessons from Mom: For the Man You'll Become Tour Kick Off

Amy Tan — Mon, 3 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000

🌟 Exciting News! The #LifeLessonsFromMom Book Tour Begins TODAY! 🌟

We’re kicking off this incredible journey, sharing wisdom, warmth, and heartfelt lessons across some amazing blogs.

📚💬 Join us on this heartwarming journey of life lessons and inspiration. Thank you for all your love and support! 💖

✨ Tour Dates & Highlights:
📆 February 3 - March 14, 2025
🎯 Interviews, Spotlights, Guest Posts, & Reviews

💥 Tour Kick-Off & Full Schedule:
🔗 Follow the tour link at HERE

✨ Tour Schedule:

📍 February 3 - Tea Time and Books - Spotlight
📍 February 4 - Nana’s Book Reviews - Spotlight
📍 February 5 - Momma and Her Stories - Excerpt
📍 February 6 - Crossroad Reviews - Spotlight
📍 February 7 - My Bookmarked Reads - Spotlight
📍 February 10 - Texas Book Nook - Review
📍 February 11 - Book Corner News and Reviews - Spotlight
📍 February 12 - Girl with Pen - Guest Post
📍 February 13 - The Faerie Review - Spotlight
📍 February 17 - Wine Cellar Library - Excerpt
📍 February 18 - Matters That Count - Spotlight
📍 February 19 - Wine Cellar Library - Spotlight
📍 February 20 - The Indie Express - Review
📍 February 24 - A Life Through Books - Interview
📍 February 26 - Novel News Network - Review
📍 March 3 - My Reading Addiction - Interview
📍 March 4 - Sapphyria’s Books - Spotlight
📍 March 5 - Book Junkiez - Excerpt
📍 March 10 - On a Reading Bender - Review
📍 March 11 - Lisa’s Everyday Reads - Spotlight
📍 March 12 - The Avid Reader - Interview
📍 March 13 - Liliyana Shadowlyn - Spotlight
📍 March 14 - RABT Reviews - Wrap Up

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Author Interview Link - A Tribute to Resilience

Amy Tan — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000

I’m thrilled to share my recent interview with Literary Titan!

In this feature, I reflect on the inspiration behind my book, Life Lessons from Mom. Through heartfelt anecdotes, personal reflections, and uplifting stories encapsulated into the 4-Quadrants of Personal Growth, I hope to inspire and connect with readers like you.

Check out the full interview here.

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Life Lessons from Mom received 5 Star Review from Readers' Favorite

Amy Tan — Sat, 11 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Grateful and thrilled to share that Life Lessons from Mom has received a glowing 5-star review from Readers' Favorite! Their kind words and thoughtful insights mean the world.

Thank you for the continued love and support!
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Readers' Favorite announces the review of the Non-Fiction - Self Help book "Life Lessons From Mom" by Amy Tan, currently available at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DR85FXGN.

Readers' Favorite is one of the largest book review and award contest sites on the Internet. They have earned the respect of renowned publishers like Random House, Simon & Schuster, and Harper Collins, and have received the "Best Websites for Authors" and "Honoring Excellence" awards from the Association of Independent Authors. They are also fully accredited by the BBB (A+ rating), which is a rarity among Book Review and Book Award Contest companies.

Reviewed By Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite

To find your place in this world, you need a sense of purpose and inherent self-awareness. In Life Lessons From Mom, veteran business executive and award-winning author Amy Tan draws from over twenty years of experience in corporate leadership to bring a practical guide for navigating life's unexpected challenges. This book will show you how to live a life driven by purpose, resilience, and strength. Using personal anecdotes, inspirational stories, and profound insights, the author provides all the tools you need to live a successful and fulfilling life. You will learn to embrace your strengths and weaknesses, build meaningful connections through thoughtful communication, foster healthy relationships, ground yourself with faith, live with integrity, humility, and gratitude, empower yourself with positive thinking, improve your decision-making, chart a roadmap to success, find clarity and purpose, and much more.

Written as a set of lessons from a mother to her son, Life Lessons From Mom is an all-in-one motivational handbook for improving your personal and professional life and nurturing healthy, meaningful, and long-lasting relationships. The most impressive aspect of the book for me is how everything discussed is practically applicable to everyday life, and author Amy Tan presents the content in a way that is not only accessible but also thoroughly engaging to read. The book encourages readers to cultivate a mindset of lifelong learning and demonstrates the importance of the pursuit of passion. In addition, you will get a few valuable nuggets of financial wisdom as well as advice on prioritizing your health and overall well-being. All in all, this book will help you transform and empower yourself to change your life for the better. Highly recommended!"

You can learn more about Amy Tan and "Life Lessons From Mom" at https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/life-lessons-from-mom where you can read reviews and the author’s biography, as well as connect with the author directly or through their website and social media pages.

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Sneak Peek: How Fear Blocked Me from $78 Million

Amy Tan — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This story is an excerpt from my latest book, Life Lessons from Mom: For the Man You'll Become. In this deeply personal chapter, I reflect on a decision that cost me $78 million, how fear held me back, and the powerful lessons I learned about self-awareness and growth.

Read the full story on Medium

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A Christmas Reflection from Amy Tan

Amy Tan — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

As the year draws to a close and the festive season around the corner, I find myself pausing to reflect on the past 12 months—moments of quiet growth, bursts of joy, and the challenges that shape who we are.

Christmas, for me, is a time to return to the essence of what matters most: the warmth of loved ones, the beauty of small, thoughtful gestures, and the hope for brighter days ahead. It’s a moment to pause amidst the rush, to appreciate the journey and the people who make it meaningful.

This year has been a mixture of creativity and connection, and I am endlessly grateful for your support. Each kind word, message, and story shared with me has been a gift—a reminder of the power of connection and the shared humanity in our stories.

As you celebrate this season, may your heart be filled with peace and your days with joy. Whether your Christmas is spent amidst bustling gatherings or in the quiet company of reflection, I hope it brings you warmth, hope, and renewal for the year to come.

Thank you for walking this path with me. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a New Year full of possibilities.

With love and blessings,
Amy Tan

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Revisiting the Depths Through Readers' Eyes

Amy Tan — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000

As I look back on the release of Revisiting the Depths - Overcoming Fear and Finding Peace, I am truly humbled and grateful for the heartfelt responses I’ve received. Writing this book was a deeply personal journey for me—a journey of healing, self-discovery, and transformation—and I’m honored to see how it has resonated with so many of you.

I never thought that sharing my personal journey would connect me to so many of you. Your reviews, your words, and your support remind me of why I wrote this book in the first place—to remind all of us that fear doesn’t have to define our path. We have the power to transform it into something greater.

Thank you for walking this journey with me. If you haven’t yet, I invite you to step into Revisiting the Depths and discover a story of resilience, peace, and transformation. It’s available now at Amazon , Barnes & Noble, Kobo and I can’t wait to hear your thoughts.

With gratitude,

Amy Tan

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Exciting News: Revisiting the Depths Wins the Literary Titan Gold Book Award!

Amy Tan — Fri, 6 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000

I am thrilled to announce that my book, Revisiting the Depths: Overcoming Fear and Finding Peace - A Journey of Transformation, has been awarded the prestigious Literary Titan Gold Book Award!

This recognition is incredibly special to me, as Revisiting the Depths is a deeply personal journey of facing fears, embracing change, and finding inner peace. It is a memoir of resilience, healing, and transformation, and receiving this honor is a testament to the impact I hoped this story would have on readers.

The Literary Titan Gold Book Award is given to books that demonstrate exceptional writing, originality, and storytelling. I am truly grateful to the Literary Titan team for this acknowledgment and their support for authors.

I’m also excited to announce that Revisiting the Depths will be released soon! If you haven’t explored this story yet, I invite you to dive in once it’s available. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, strength, or a reflection on personal growth, I believe this book will resonate with you.

Thank you to everyone who has supported me on this journey—your encouragement and belief in this project have made this moment possible.

Stay tuned for more exciting updates, including the upcoming book trailer and release details!

With gratitude,
Amy Tan

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Revisiting the Depths Receives a 5-Star Review from Literary Titan: A Personal Milestone

Amy Tan — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000

I am beyond thrilled to share some exciting news with you all—Revisiting the Depths has just received a 5-star review from Literary Titan! Writing this memoir was a deeply personal journey, and to see it resonate so profoundly with readers means the world to me. I poured my heart into these pages, and this recognition is a humbling and affirming moment.

For those of you who may not be familiar with the book, Revisiting the Depths is my story of returning to the underwater world of diving after a thirty-year hiatus. But it’s more than just a tale of diving; it’s a narrative about facing long-held fears, embracing change, and finding peace within. Set against the stunning backdrop of Tioman Island, this memoir is about diving deep into the ocean and into the depths of my soul. It captures the tranquility of the sea and the tumultuous emotions that arise when confronting our deepest fears.

Receiving such high praise for Revisiting the Depths is incredibly meaningful. This book is a reflection of my journey—one of courage, vulnerability, and the quest for inner peace. To see that it resonates with readers on such a deep level is both humbling and inspiring. It reaffirms the idea that sharing our stories, no matter how personal or challenging, can create connections that transcend our individual experiences.

Receiving a 5-star review from Literary Titan for Revisiting the Depths is not just a personal milestone but also a testament to the universal themes that resonate with so many. Fear, healing, and transformation are experiences we all share, and I hope my story inspires others to confront their own fears and find peace. This review highlights the essence of the memoir—courage, vulnerability, and the ongoing journey towards inner tranquility.

I invite you to join me on this journey, to dive into the depths of the ocean and the soul, to confront fears, and to find healing. Whether you’re a diver, a lover of nature, or simply someone seeking a narrative of personal growth and transformation, I hope this book offers you something valuable.

Stay Connected. For more updates, reviews, and insights into the writing process, please follow my blog and subscribe to my newsletter. I am grateful for the support and feedback from my readers—it’s what makes this journey so rewarding. Feel free to share this post with friends and family who might enjoy diving into the story of Revisiting the Depths. Thank you for being part of this journey with me!

Here's the 5-Star Review from Literary Titan:

Revisiting the Depths by Amy Tan pulls you into a captivating journey. Thirty years away from diving, and now she returns, diving deep into both the ocean and her own soul. Set on the picturesque Tioman Island, this memoir unfolds against a mesmerizing underwater backdrop. Healing, self-discovery, and transformation pulse through each page. Tan captures the serene beauty of the ocean, allowing readers to feel its tranquility. At the same time, she delves into the growth that arises from facing one’s deepest fears.

The writing doesn’t just tell—it immerses. Tan paints the underwater world with words, drawing vivid pictures of coral reefs, vibrant sea life, and the ocean’s eerie stillness. These scenes are not just visual treats but emotional contrasts. The narrative layers internal conflict over the serene scenes, elevating this from a simple diving memoir to a thoughtful meditation on life. Resilience and self-reflection emerge as key themes. For instance, when Tan describes the coral reefs, once vibrant but now dulled by climate change, the imagery doubles as a metaphor for her own struggles.

Tan’s personal history intertwines seamlessly with her diving experiences. Flashbacks to her early dives—darkened by the sternness of her instructor, Rick—add authenticity and vulnerability. These memories don’t just sit in the background; they resurface, haunt, and challenge her as she returns to diving. The book becomes less about the physical act of diving and more about reclaiming herself, proving that the fear and self-doubt of the past no longer define her. Tan’s raw honesty and her willingness to expose her vulnerabilities add depth and authenticity.

Revisiting the Depths is a work of art. It speaks to anyone who has ever grappled with fear, sought healing, or found peace in nature. Tan’s prose is eloquent, and her insights are profound. This memoir resonates, especially with those who appreciate narratives rich in emotion and reflection. It’s an especially compelling read for those drawn to personal growth, environmental concerns, and the spiritual connection with nature.

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The Making of Revisiting the Depths

Amy Tan — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000

When I began writing Revisiting the Depths: Overcoming Fear and Finding Peace - A Journey of Transformation I found myself diving into the vast, mysterious ocean of my own memories and emotions. The sea, both calm and tempestuous, became the perfect metaphor for the fears we all carry within us—fears that often feel as endless as the horizon.

This book was born from moments of vulnerability, times when I felt the weight of uncertainty pulling me down. Yet, it was in these very moments that I discovered an unexpected gift: the resilience that only comes from facing our deepest fears, and the profound peace that follows when we finally embrace them.

Life, much like the ocean, is unpredictable. There are times when we drift through clear waters, and others when we’re plunged into murky depths, unsure of what lies beneath. Writing Revisiting the Depths taught me that clarity often emerges from these murky moments. It’s in the uncertainty that we uncover the most profound truths about ourselves—truths that only courage and introspection can reveal.

As I wrote, I thought about all the people who, like me, have navigated their own stormy seas. We all have our stories, our fears, our battles. I wanted this book to be more than just a narrative; I wanted it to serve as a beacon of hope for those journeying through their own depths.

Writing this book wasn’t just an act of storytelling—it was a process of healing. Each chapter became a step toward understanding, a journey inward that mirrored the dives I took into the sea. In the end, Revisiting the Depths is a story of transformation—one that I hope resonates deeply with every reader.

As you turn these pages, I invite you to dive deep, to explore those places within yourself that you might have feared to venture. And in doing so, may you find the same peace and understanding that I found in the writing.

Thank you for joining me on this journey. I look forward to sharing more reflections and stories with you in the posts to come.

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#MemoirOfHealing #InnerStrength #EmotionalHealing #InspirationForChange

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