Reading List

These books are amongst my personal favourites and have all, in some way made a difference to my life and my perceptions. Sometimes they challenged my understanding of things; sometimes they clarified my thinking, other times they made me laugh, and often they opened my heart up. As many of you know; I am not “permitted” to read much on angel lore, so these are a diverse selection from the many books I have read on the journey. Enjoy!

• The Prophet - Kahlil Gibran : my all time favourite “desert island” choice of reading. This book has the wisdom of the ages encapsulated in a timeless tale that speaks of love, marriage, joy, sorrow, reason, passion, beauty and death. A tale told with compassion and hope for the unity of mankind and a personal oasis of solace and wisdom in this chaotic age. I always find something within its pages to help me see a way forward.
• The Alchemist - Paulo Coelho: for me this is his most powerful book. A fable about following your dream.
• The Vintners Luck - Elizabeth Knox : I judged this book by its cover and the name of the author and the angels led me to a great test of my relationship with them. This is a novel, set in Burgundy in 1880 and chronicles the unfolding relationship between a young and troubled vintner, and a beautiful all too desirable angel. Unsentimental and often harrowing, this tale tore my heart out. Beautiful and shattering.
• Desiderata - Max Ehrmann: this well known poem contains a timeless message of faith, hope and charity and provides a Universal anchor point for lifes bigger picture. My personal favourite version is published by Ebury Press ( A survival guide for Life),it is a small square format with an orange cover and some beautiful, evocative photographic images relevant to the world we live in today.
• Thinking in Pictures - Temple Grandin: a personal account of life as an adult austistic with an entirely concrete and visual way of perceiving the world. She believes she thinks like animals, and is a foremost expert in the American meatpacking industry ensuring that animals are treated as humanely as possible through her personal understanding and insights into what scares and what comforts them. Amazing!
• “The Holy man” and “The Holy Mans Journey” - Susan Trott: this quirky story encapsulates much of the human search for wisdom through a line of characters queuing up a mountain for an audience with The Holy Man. The second book, of “The journey” picks up the original story as The holy Man recognizes his successor and undertakes a trip to re-unite with his own former teacher. Told with wit and modern insight encouraging the reader to return to themselves for enlightenment.
• The Essenes, Children of The Light - Stuart Wilson and Joanna Prentis: told through the technique of past life regression , this book unfolds the mysterious Essene knowledge and something of the life of the loving Being we know as Jesus, within that community. Not religious in any way!
• A New Earth - Echkart Tolle: This book did not tell me anything “new” but reminded me of what I already knew. A simple proposition that we all have the power to make a difference; a new Earth begins with you (and me!).
• The Way of The Peaceful Warrior and Sacred Journey of The Peaceful Warrior - Dan Millman: a semi -fictional account of personal growth expressed in the spirit of the peaceful warrior called Socrates. A journey through the “lost years” of a life and finally reawakening to the true vision, purpose and faith that had been forgotten along the way.
• The Long Way Round- Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman: a rollicking romp with two blokes on two bikes chasing shadows across the world. A daydream that manifested into reality and brought two friends on an adventure that would test every ounce of fortitude, courage, enthusiasm and humour whilst having huge fun in the process. (Yes. . it is THAT Ewan McGregor). You don’t have to like motorbikes to enjoy this, just mentally substitute the vehicle of your daydreams.
• Blue Cats and Chartreuse Kittens - Patricia Lynne Duffy: How synesthetes colour their world. A fascinating account of how it is to experience the world when the senses are switched or superimposed on each other. Can you “smell” colour? Do you “see” numbers as colours or shapes? Does music “sound” in colour? Synesthesia is a recognised syndrome and has some magical consequences, and some bizarre results. I can recognise some of the traits from my own childhood, this helped me to understand why I am able to do what I do now. . . painting angels.
• What God Wants - Neale Donald Walsch: The latest in the “Conversations with God” series, which I did read and enjoy, but to be honest, this was the one that I needed to read. It is a powerful and undeniably provocative book which some institutions would probably prefer you didn’t read atall. I am not a religious person, but my relationship with God is absolute. This book helped me seal that surety.
• Life is Short so Wear Your Party Pants - Loretta LaRoche : how I laughed when I read this! Life is not something to be endured, but to be appreciated and embraced, fully, wholly and with joy, gusto , passion love and laughter. My party pants are on. . . lets go!
• The Secret of The Beloved Disciple - James F Twyman : an incredible account of part of the journey made by James Twyman (well known Emissary of Light and Peace Troubadour ). A community founded by St john the apostle has lived in seclusion for two thousand years. The time has come for their amazing secret to be revealed. Within the book, lies the account of the Jewish artist Jacqueline Ripstein who was commissioned to create a painting for a Christian organisation. Her work “Our Lady of The Universe” and her story of its creation resonated with me at such a deep level, I was almost breathless. I was given a great insight into what my own work was really about, at a time when things were very new to me and I understood virtually nothing!
• Stargirl – Jerry Spinelli: this is really a childrens book, but it has a magical message for children of all ages. It tests the courage of those who don’t “fit”, who are “different” to be who they are without compromise. Celebrating non- conformity and the thrill of first love.
• The Pig of Happiness - Edward Monkton: I just LOVE all this guys bizarre books and cards, he is undoubtedly a bonkers genius. This is a tale of an extraordinary pig who appoints itself “The pig of happiness” and undertakes to spread joy, smiles and radiant love to all who cross its path. Check out the website www.edwardmonkton.com and prepare for a good giggle.
• The Book of Stones - Robert Simmons and Naisha Ahsian: this epic tome is my ultimate crystal bible. Beautifully and clearly illustrated and presented in alphabetical order, it offer the most definitive guide in terms of scientific and geological info, and spiritual metaphysical properties. Ooooh, just holding it makes me go all tingly!
• The Tipping Point - Malcolm Gladwell: Explores how little things can create a BIG difference, that magic moment when ideas, trends and social behaviours cross an invisible threshold, tip, and spread like wildfire. I am practising the principle for “EVeRYDaY ANGeLS” to “tip” and become a “must have” in every home and workplace. . . in the world!
• Ask and it is Given - Esther and Jerry Hicks: There are many, many books on the power of attraction, manifestation and positive thought, but this one “did it” for me. Channelled through a Collective Consciousness known as Abraham, we are reminded in simple language how WE are indeed responsible for our lives and the stuff that goes on in it. What we think about, positive or negative, we attract to us. What we “ask for” we can block and send back to the shop before we ever even see it. This book reminds us of how to ask and receive with gratitude and love.
• In Search of Perfection - Heston Blumenthal: I am not a great fan of cookery books, but for me this was different. This is a man exploring his passion for perfection in the food he cooks, with a mind open to explore alternative ways of getting there. Sometimes completely impractical for the average domestic kitchen, his unwavering enthusiasm shines out and I have extended the challenge into other areas of my life. Impressed though I am with his efforts , I cannot agree with his method of cooking a “perfect” chicken. Sorry Heston!
• Wise Women - Joyce Tenneson: A photographic celebration of women in the third phase of their lives through their insights, courage and beauty. From beautician to Supreme Court justice all of these women form a penetrating collection of portraits and voices of wisdom with humour, honesty and inspiration.
• The Awakener: The time is now - Sandy Stevenson: There are many books which talk about the ascension process but this was one that resonated with my own heart. This book gives gives an overall picture of this evolutionary process and the agreements originally made by those now committed to bringing about these changes - the Lightworkers. We all have a part to play, step up to the mark and live your Light.
• I remember Union – the story of Mary Magdelena - Flo Aeveia Magdalena: This book found its way into my life recently and changed everything. A beautiful and unsentimental account of the relationship between two of the most significant and controversial people who ever lived. A resonance within my heart opened which cannot be named.
• Clear Your Clutter - Karen Kingston: a simple, non-scary approach to Feng shui and clutter clearing. Trust me . . it works and I speak as the “Queen of Clutter and Stuff”.

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