Book Review — To Be Determined: Leading with Clarity and Confidence in Uncertain Times

Brenda Kline Reynolds is the President of BKR Consulting. With 30 years of experience, Brenda helps executives find clarity in challenging times. I’m happy to say that I’m one of those executives. Over the past month or so, I’ve had the opportunity to work with her, and I think she’s exceptional. I recently read her book, To Be Determined: Leading with Clarity and Confidence in Uncertain Times, and it’s brimming with useful advice and strategies for executives of all ages and levels within an organization. Read on for my full thoughts on this book.

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Audiobook Review — Halo: First Strike

Today, while taking part in an Xbox Ambassadors playdate, where I was participating in Halo: Infinite multiplayer matches with a group of gamers from around the world, one of them asked, “Have any of you read the Halo novels?” I chimed in saying, “Actually, I’m reading all of them, and I just finished the third book in the series.” That book is First Strike by Eric Nylund. I listened to the audiobook, narrated by Todd McLaren, using the Downpour app. Read on for my thoughts on this third foray into the world of Halo.
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Audiobook Review: Halloween Kills

I love Halloween, and I love movie novelizations. Is Halloween Kills by Tim Waggoner a worthy adaptation of its source material? Read on for my thoughts.

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Boris Karloff: The Man Behind The Monster

I recently watched Boris Karloff: The Man Behind The Monster, a terrific new documentary, now available on Shudder, about the life and career of a horror icon. Did I enjoy it and should you watch The Man Behind The Monster? Read on for my thoughts.

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Review — Halo: The Flood

Halo: The Flood is the second book in the massively successful series of novels set in the Halo universe. If you haven’t already done so, make sure to read my review of the first book here. What follows is my review of the second book: The Flood.

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Audiobook Review: The Ashes by Kyle Prue

The Ashes by Kyle Prue is the epic conclusion to a trilogy of books filled with imaginative characters and pulse-pounding predicaments. Read on for my thoughts on this novel, and whether or not you should go ahead and read the third book in this franchise. And if you haven’t already done so, make sure to read my review of the first book in the series here and my review of its sequel here.

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Book Review — It Should Not Happen In America by Richard Scrushy

Richard Scrushy is the founder and CEO of HealthSouth, a pioneering and influential healthcare service provider during the time that Scrushy was at the helm of this organization. In 2003, the SEC took action against Scrushy, claiming that he directed company employees to falsely report earnings to meet stockholder expectations. Scrushy was acquitted of all charges in 2005. Unfortunately, Scrushy was dragged into another trial shortly after proving his innocence in the first one. This time around, the deck was stacked against him. More than 15 years after that first trial, Richard Scrushy has written and released a book detailing both of those trials, how he was unfairly preyed upon by unscrupulous individuals, and how the justice system is broken. Is this book worth your time? Read on for my thoughts.

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Audiobook Review: The Flames by Kyle Prue

The Flames by Kyle Prue is a scintillating second entry in a trilogy of books that have captured the imagination of many. Read on for my thoughts on this novel, and whether or not you should dive into the second book about this world of feuding and fantasy. And if you haven’t already done so, make sure to read my review of the first book in the series here.

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Review — Gears Of War: Ultimate Edition

Growing up, I had an Xbox 360. One of the biggest exclusives was Gears of War. Now that I have an Xbox Series X, I decided to check out Gears of War: Ultimate Edition on Xbox Game Pass. Read on for my thoughts.

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Audiobook Review: The Sparks by Kyle Prue

The Sparks by Kyle Prue is a fascinating first entry in a trilogy that shows a great deal of promise. Read on for my thoughts on this novel, and whether or not you should dive into this world of feuding and fantasy.

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