Construction Tales is Coming to Book Expo America in New York City, NY- May 29-31, 2014!!

Hello everyone!

I hope people had a great weekend and ready to start the new work week!  Mine was a mix of social fun and productivity!  I wanted to give a heads up that my book will appear at the upcoming New Book Title Showcase that will be at the upcoming Book Expo America.  This massive venue is being held in New York City at the end of this month.  Here is the link to the New Title Showcase:

http://www.newtitleshowcase.com/

According to The Combined Book Exhibit, the New Title Showcase exhibit has moved from its previous location in the Crystal Palace Lobby to the Show Floor, Booth #3005, near the Downtown Stage.  I am looking forward to taking a trip down there to see my book on the shelves (if not too costly to get a ticket).  I am looking forward to getting some feedback on the exhibit!  Enjoy your Sunday and speak to you soon!  As always, I am thankful that you stopped by to read my blog! :)

Cheers!

Leslie M. Jasper

Donated 5 Books to Mt. Vernon High School for Career Day!!

Hello everyone!

I think I got about as much out of my appearance at Mt. Vernon High School's Career Day as the students did from hearing my story.  I am amazed at the kids in the school who are members of the National Honor Society!!  The guidance counselor, Ms. Williams, was a pleasure to work with and truly a guiding light for the students.  I decided to donate 5 books to the students in the school who express an interest.  It was a great opportunity to talk about my occupation.  At least one book will go to the library for students to read my story.  I got to present with a duo from All State Air Control who are in the HVAC business (heating/air conditioning).  They were great people and I am glad to have met them!  I am off to shower then sleep!  Have a great week to all!

Cheers!
Leslie M. Jasper

New Job in New York City as an Electrical Engineer

Hello everyone!

I am entering week #3 in my new job as an electrical engineer in New York City.  The days are long and I have alot of information to absorb.  I work for the largest electrical contractor in New York City.  We have alot of projects on our desks and many on the horizon as well!  However, I am enjoying and appreciating the opportunity that I now have in my hands!  I got the job since I have 18 years experience in the field as an electrician.  I also got the blessing of the boss who thinks I am a go-getter and capable of learning anything I set my mind to do.  I am learning right now 2D blueprints on the computer.  In the near future, I will be learning 3D blueprints.  I am looking forward to working and learning this week!

Happy Mother's Day to all of the ladies out there who are teachers and mentors to their children.  It is not an easy role but worthwhile none-the-less!  I got to enjoy the day with my boys hiking in the woods and enjoying a lunch together.  It was a great day and fabulous weather in the New York tri-state area!  I hope to follow up with more details about my job transition and the book in the near future!  I must get my rest since 4am comes really early for me! :)

Cheers!
Leslie M. Jasper

Good Read- Okay, So You're Dead by Cindy Grogan

Hello everyone!

I got a book in the mail yesterday and read it the same day.  It is entitled, Okay, So You're Dead..A Sassy Guide to the Afterlife by Cindy Grogan.  I posted a review on Amazon for the book. 

An overview of the book:

Do the dead still like karaoke, Twister and espresso? How are they speaking to us every day -- and how can we recognize the messages? Where do pets go when they cross over? What happens after a death from a terminal illness, suicide or unexpected tragedy? Cindy Grogan, The Sensible Psychic shares the answers to her most-asked questions about death, dying and the afterlife. It's a lively, fascinating guide that will dispel some myths and give you fresh perspective on the journey all of us will take one day. This book offers a fascinating look at karma, reincarnation, soul groups, spirit guides, angels and much, much more. The Sensible Psychic has drawn on her decades of experience in the spirit realm to provide healing, humor and comfort in this down-to-earth book. A perfect field guide for anyone who's died. Or plans to.

Here is my review on Amazon:

Enjoyed Ok, So You're Dead by Cindy Grogan

By Bootsie on April 16, 2014

 

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I walked a few miles while reading this great book last night! It is a quick read filled with wit and humor that's infused appropriately into a serious topic about the afterlife. I enjoyed learning about the Karmic Lessons chapter and examples of loved ones passing peacefully was indeed comforting. I sit with Cindy periodically for readings so I was very interested in reading her book since I appreciate her humor and guidance. She is indeed a clear channel to passed loved ones and a guide for future life events. I advise picking up a copy since you are certain to walk away with a sense of reassurance regarding the end of life and some good takeaway points from the book!

 

Here is the Amazon link to the book:

 

http://www.amazon.com/OK-So-Youre-Dead-Afterlife/dp/1495412601/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1397651001&sr=8-1&keywords=cindy+grogan

 

I wanted to share this book with my blog readers in case this topic is of interest.  Thanks for reading and speak to you soon!

 

Cheers!

Leslie M. Jasper

Book Talk at George Fischer Middle School in Carmel, New York!!

Hello eveyone!

I had a wonderful experience talking to the students in Ms. Smith's class at George Fischer Middle School!!!  They were a bright group of talented kids!  Some future plumbers, electricians, actresses, models, and some rocket scientists!! They were a pleasure to chat with about my teen version of my book!!!  They are so excited to read about my book!  That feature gave me tremendous amounts of energy and excitment!!!  I gave out copies of the book for the class to read my story!  It should inspire them and challenge them to think that smart and strong boys and girls are capable of doing anything they want to do in life!

The entire class will be reading my book and posting on my blog their thoughts about the different chapters.  I will be posting pictures and comments from students.  They will also be providing fantastic and thorough reviews of the book for Amazon and Barnes & Noble!!  I am excited to exchange and chat with them during the reading process!

I do plan on attending the Mt. Vernon Career Day event being held on May 2nd!  I was invited recently to attend and it would be an honor to inspire students about my field of work!!

The kids can follow me at LeslieMJasper on instagram.  They vowed to interact with me and start a discussion about the book! :) Super excited to hear their feedback.  The book should be inspiring and funny.

As always, thanks for reading my blog!  I look forward to the review process with the students! Take care and will write soon!

Cheers!
Leslie M. Jasper

Photo of Article! Could Not Resist! The Examiner News in New York

Hello everyone!

I am attaching pics of the article in The Examiner News in the suburbs of New York City.  It is in the Westchester and Putnam County paper this week.  Look for journalist, Bill Primavera, in the Home Guru section for the article.  Thanks for reading and have a great day!

I wanted to add that I made exterior cover changes to the teen version.  It will be unavailable only temporarily (next 24 hours).  I had to fix the back cover since I was not satisfied with it being a plain white background.  Thanks again for reading!!
Cheers!
Leslie M. Jasper

Construction Tales- First Newspaper Article in the Examiner News-Home Guru Section!

Hello everyone!

I am happy to provide the link for the article in a New York newspaper called The Examiner News.  Journalist, Bill Primavera, was kind enough to write up an article on my book!  Here is the link for the article:

http://www.theexaminernews.com/home-guru-35/

This newspaper reaches the Westchester/Putnam region that lies just above New York City.  I am excited to see that the book will gain some exposure in media print!  Thanks, as always, for reading my blog and checking out my book!  Thanks to readers from around the world as well!

Cheers!
Leslie M. Jasper