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Prairie Magic Full Character Audio Drama

Description RODEO STARS & TAROT CARDS Come along! Adventure awaits! ORDER YOUR COPY HERE on SPOTIFY!: Prairie Magic: Full Cast Audiobook | Audiobook on Spotify) You’ll love EVERY MOMENT of the 11-and-a-half-hour long Prairie Magic Full-Cast Dramatized Audiobook. Available on Author’s Direct for just $25. Click here Prairie Magic: Full Character Dramatized Audiobook – Authors Direct Audiobooks (authors-direct.com) You’ll be swept away by the rich and soothing voice of the incomparable Rick Sellers, award-winning actor and radio personality. Enriching and hilarious sound effects will make you feel like you’re right there, with characters you’d love to meet in a setting you’ll love to visit. Featuring the inspired music of Buck Yaeger 2016 Texas Singer/Songwriter of the Year and 2021 Texas Troubadour! Winner in Adult Equine Fiction at the 2021 Equus Film Fest, this uplifting, captivating story, experience the thrills and chills of the Hansons and Good Elks as they overcome adversity while fighting for a better future–for their families and their beloved town of Buffalo Grass. Prairie Magic is teeming with powerful messages about living a positive, healthy life–physically, emotionally and spiritually. It’s an inspirational story about faith, forgiveness and love. Meet Floridian Victor Garcia as he stumbles into South Dakota during an annual rodeo and falls in love with our beautiful heroine, Hope. Let waterfalls and Mansi Good Elk’s tender loving care lull you into a peaceful, healthy state at her Plucked Flower Spa. Join the excitement as an array of fascinating characters are mysteriously guided into each other’s paths, and learn to summons the courage, optimism and creative vision needed to establish fulfilling, authentic lives. Along the way, they are guided by the ancient wisdom of Tarot cards and Rune stones in this exciting tale of struggle and triumph!   Prairie Magic™ eBook & GuideBook INSTANTLY delivered into your inbox for free! The first installment of the award-winning Adventure Seekers Saga, a series of four visionary fiction novels beautifully illustrated with original Odin’s Runes and Hope’s Heart Tarot Cards. The fast-paced adventure, liberally sprinkled with witty banter and comical situations, takes place in an Old West setting you’d like to visit with characters you’d love to meet. Throughout the series, ancient wisdom helps our heroes conquer modern-day problems as they muse about Tarot cards and moon over Rune stones. Prairie Magic: In this uplifting, captivating story, experience the thrills and chills of the Hansons and Good Elks as they overcome adversity while fighting for a better future—for their families and their beloved town of Buffalo Grass. Prairie Magic is teeming with powerful messages about living a positive, healthy life—physically, emotionally and spiritually. It’s an inspirational story about faith, forgiveness and love. Meet Floridian Victor Garcia as he stumbles into South Dakota during an annual rodeo event and falls in love with our beautiful heroine, Hope Hanson. Let the waterfalls and Mansi Good Elk’s tender loving care lull you into a peaceful, healthy state at her Plucked Flower Spa. Join the excitement as an array of fascinating characters are mysteriously guided into each other’s paths, and learn to summon the courage, optimism and creative vision needed to establish fulfilling, authentic lives. Along the way, they are guided by the ancient wisdom of Tarot cards and Rune stones in this exciting tale of struggle and triumph! COMING SOON!! the next 3 AudioDrama/eBook adventures: Rebel: Saddle up for a rollicking ride as Rebel, the spirited steed, teaches us to boldly follow our own paths! Get to know Wolfgang Eichenberg as he endeavors to transform a rundown Wyoming ranch into a profitable family resort—with the help of a colorful crew of creative, enterprising friends. Visit the stunning Devils Tower monument and learn the Native American lore of this sacred monolith. Mystery and tension abound in this tale of selfdiscovery and spiritual transformation: Why is Patwin Good Elk acting so strangely? Will Mansi’s and Grace’s alternative healing methods save Blake’s life? And how will best friends Tokada Good Elk and Victor Garcia lead their families through life’s trials and tribulations to help them emerge victorious through faith, courage, and belief in themselves and their dreams? Study Astrology signs and Rune stone messages—and muster the courage to become a rebel yourself! A Fork in the Road: As the unlikely duo, Patwin and Rod, race off on a secret, daring rescue mission to Mexico, the Adventure Seekers crew celebrates their amazing achievement—transforming a rundown Wyoming ranch into a profitable resort in a matter of weeks. Meanwhile, dangerous criminals are in hot pursuit of Brie, one of the crew members who had witnessed a murder. Join our friends as they make an astonishing discovery: a treasure trove of gold that had been hidden for over a century! Gallop along with Tokada Good Elk through his Trip Through the Heavens and experience the exhilarating power of spiritual transformation. Amid all the excitement, romance blossoms, friendships are forged and our heroes encounter miracles, while learning about the mysterious divination meanings of Rune stones and Tarot cards! Scorpio: Kick up your heels and celebrate in style as Victor and Hope finally tie the knot! But be warned: all is not hunky dory—your favorite characters face trials, turmoil and tribulations. Cheer them on as they learn to release what no longer serves them to overcome perilous situations and heartbreaking circumstances—and move forward to fulfill their destinies. Root for Julio as he slays his inner dragons in order to bravely face the notorious mobsters plotting against him—and watch with delight as our heroes execute a brilliant scheme to help him vanquish evil! How will Faith resolve the love triangle she’s tangled up in and reclaim her rightful role as a respected leader? Sit with her and her grandmother to consult Rune stones and Tarot cards for wisdom and guidance. Ride along with Victor, Oliver and Patwin as they retrace Patwin and Rod’s traumatic trek through Mexico to seek redemption and healing. Brace yourself for a riveting showdown between Kyla and Cicatriz del Diablo, the dangerous drug lord who wants her dead.

PRAIRIE MAGIC

Adventure awaits in Prairie Magic, the uplifting fiction about tarot and runes. RODEO STARS & TAROT CARDS Come along! Adventure awaits! The 2014 Finalist in Visionary Fiction of the Coalition of Visionary Resources (COVR) contest and featured book at the International New Age Trade Show (INATS), this uplifting, captivating story, experience the thrills and chills of the Hansons and Good Elks as they overcome adversity while fighting for a better future–for their families and their beloved town of Buffalo Grass. Prairie Magic is teeming with powerful messages about living a positive, healthy life–physically, emotionally and spiritually. It’s an inspirational story about faith, forgiveness and love. Meet Floridian Victor Garcia as he stumbles into South Dakota during an annual rodeo and falls in love with our beautiful heroine, Hope. Let waterfalls and Mansi Good Elk’s tender loving care lull you into a peaceful, healthy state at her Plucked Flower Spa. Join the excitement as an array of fascinating characters are mysteriously guided into each other’s paths, and learn to summons the courage, optimism and creative vision needed to establish fulfilling, authentic lives. Along the way, they are guided by the ancient wisdom of Tarot cards and Rune stones in this exciting tale of struggle and triumph! You’ll enjoy the gorgeous 24 full-color images of this 370 page novel.

Hope’s Heart Round Tarot Deck and Seekers Journey Layout Board Set

Description Adventure awaits. Your “Higher Vibe” is calling! YOU are about to embark on a magical journey! The moment you unfold your Seeker’s Journey™ board and shuffle your Hope’s Heart Tarot™ deck, ancient wisdom will illuminate an enchanting path of self-discovery and awareness. The 2020 Coalition of Visionary Resources (COVR) First-place GOLD MEDAL WINNER in Tarot products, this set will knock your sox off. With the turn of the first card, Rebel, the powerful black steed, will meet you at your Challenge and escort you to the gateway of Awareness. From there, you will find Solutions and, ultimately, set forth on Your Higher Path. Hope’s Heart Tarot™ round tarot deck Beautifully illustrated round deck printed with word guidance Powerful interpretations for experienced professionals Easy to use for beginning readers 78-card deck Includes a beautiful royal blue velveteen drawstring storage pouch. Illustrations based on the COVR award-winning visionary fiction novels The Adventure Seeker’s Saga. A truly revolutionary deck! Hope’s Heart Tarot™ offers four unique design elements to enhance and support reads for both experienced and new tarot enthusiasts: Round deck 4.5 inch-diameter cards allow 360-degrees of options. How better to see all sides of things? Color-coded All cards feature a color-coded rope edge to easily identify the Major Arcana and Minor Arcana’s four suits. Word guidance and directional arrows Cards are printed with 4-outer and 4-inner phrases to easily identify behaviors and remedies. The phrases suggest direction to find relief, prosperity, and redemption. The cards’clockwise arrows guide rotation of message progression. Fear and Seeker cards replace traditional Devil and Fool cards The “Devil” card is renamed “Fear” and the “Fool” card renamed “The Seeker” to provide an alternative approaches for tarot readers and their clients. The “Fear” card encourages understanding of challenges and solutions while the “The Seeker” supports evaluation of one’s journey.   The Seeker’s Journey™layout board Dramatic graphics illuminate the 36-inch wide, 20-inch tall durable board. Tri-fold for easy transport and storage. Offers easy-to-follow guidance and sequential card placement for an 11-card Hope’s Heart Tarot™ deck reading: The Seeker begins with a Challenge, drawing cards to represent the Situation, a Fear and the resulting Issue. Next, the Seeker faces the Gatekeeper of Awareness, gaining greater insight regarding What is Denied and What is Gained. Enlightened, the Seeker finds a Solution by accepting Ownership, Management and Empowerment. Ultimately, the Seeker finds a Higher Vibe by stepping onto a Higher Path under a Guiding Light. With the Hope’s Heart Tarot™ & The Seeker’s Journey™ set, everyone can enjoy and benefit from tarot wisdom!

Scorpio: Courtship, Confusion, and Completion

Enjoy this fiction story about tarot and runes! AN EAGLE’S FLIGHT & THE STRIKE OF MIDNIGHT Prepare yourself for a dramatic conclusion… Kick up your heels and celebrate in style as Victor and Hope finally tie the knot! But be warned: all is not hunky dory—your favorite characters face trials, turmoil and tribulations. Cheer them on as they learn to release what no longer serves them to overcome perilous situations and heartbreaking circumstances—and move forward to fulfill their destinies. Root for Julio as he slays his inner dragons in order to bravely face the notorious mobsters plotting against him—and watch with delight as our heroes execute a brilliant scheme to help him vanquish evil! How will Faith resolve the love triangle she’s tangled up in and reclaim her rightful role as a respected leader? Sit with her and her grandmother to consult Rune stones and Tarot cards for wisdom and guidance. Ride along with Victor, Oliver and Patwin as they retrace Patwin and Rod’s traumatic trek through Mexico to seek redemption and healing. Brace yourself for a riveting showdown between Kyla and Cicatriz de Diablo, the dangerous drug lord who wants her dead. Our story finds resolution in the astrology sign of Scorpio, when revered heroes and beloved heroines find completion, love and self-empowerment, and the wretched villains meet their destinies and face consequences. Scorpio represents the complete circle of life. And with this final story, you’ll find that every ending is a new beginning. You’ll laugh and you’ll cry through all 440 pages and 30 full-color images of the final installment of this award-winning saga.

A Fork in the Road: Heroes, Healers, and Happy Campers

Be THRILLED in this visionary fiction novel starring Tarot cards and Rune Stones.   DAKOTA MOONS & NORDIC RUNES Come along! And adventure awaits! As the unlikely duo, Patwin and Rod, race off on a secret, daring rescue mission to Mexico, the Adventure Seekers crew celebrates their amazing achievement: transforming a rundown Wyoming ranch into a profitable resort in a matter of weeks. Meanwhile, dangerous criminals are in hot pursuit of Brie, one of the crew members who had witnessed a murder. Join our friends as they make an astonishing discovery: a treasure trove of gold that had been hidden for over a century! Gallop along with Tokada Good Elk through his Trip Through the Heavens and experience the exhilarating power of spiritual transformation. Amid all the excitement, romance blossoms, friendships are forged and our heroes encounter miracles, while learning about the mysterious divination meanings of Rune stones and Tarot cards. A Fork in the Road, 2017 winner of the Coalition of Visionary Resources (COVR) award in Visionary Fiction, will have you on the seat of your sofa cushion with 24 full-color illustrations and 440 pages of thrilling adventures.

Rebel: Survivors, Sages, and Spirited Steeds

Do you love Tarot, Runes and horses? then you’ll love Rebel! MYSTERIOUS FORCES & POWERFUL HORSES Saddle up for a rollicking ride! Rebel, the spirited steed, teaches us to boldly follow our own paths!

Prairie Magic: Mystics, Mystery, and Miracles

Adventure awaits in Prairie Magic, the uplifting fiction about tarot and runes. Come along! Adventure awaits! The 2014 Finalist in Visionary Fiction of the Coalition of Visionary Resources (COVR) contest and featured book at the International New Age Trade Show (INATS), this uplifting, captivating story, experience the thrills and chills of the Hansons and Good Elks as they overcome adversity while fighting for a better future–for their families and their beloved town of Buffalo Grass. Prairie Magic is teeming with powerful messages about living a positive, healthy life–physically, emotionally and spiritually. It’s an inspirational story about faith, forgiveness and love. Meet Floridian Victor Garcia as he stumbles into South Dakota during an annual rodeo and falls in love with our beautiful heroine, Hope. Let waterfalls and Mansi Good Elk’s tender loving care lull you into a peaceful, healthy state at her Plucked Flower Spa. Join the excitement as an array of fascinating characters are mysteriously guided into each other’s paths, and learn to summons the courage, optimism and creative vision needed to establish fulfilling, authentic lives. Along the way, they are guided by the ancient wisdom of Tarot cards and Rune stones in this exciting tale of struggle and triumph! You’ll enjoy the gorgeous 24 full-color images of this 370 page novel.

The Four Novels of The Adventure Seekers Saga

Description The award-winning Adventure Seekers Saga is a series of four visionary fiction novels beautifully illustrated with original Odin’s Runes and Hope’s Heart Tarot Cards. The fast-paced adventure, liberally sprinkled with witty banter and comical situations, takes place in an Old West setting you’d like to visit with characters you’d love to meet. Throughout the series, ancient wisdom helps our heroes conquer modern-day problems as they muse about Tarot cards and moon over Rune stones. This special price includes SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR copies of Prairie Magic, Rebel, A Fork in the Road and Scorpio, a $95 value. The Adventure Seekers Saga is a thrilling and meaningful work of 1682 pages and 95 full-color illustrations. Click here: Prairie Magic Kindle Click here: Rebel Kindle Click here: A Fork in the Road Kindle Click here: Scorpio Kindle

12 Reasons to Try Tarot!

Bucket lists. Most of us have one. Skydiving. African Safari. Bull riding (well, maybe not bull riding). Getting a Tarot reading. As your friendly Tarot professional, I’m going to suggest you strike the last one. Why? Well, in my humble opinion, it’s not as wild and crazy as you might think and therefore, not really “bucket” worthy. Not to burst your bubble, but it doesn’t even qualify as “weird.” In fact, getting a Tarot reading can be considered a normal activity. In my own practice in Sturgis, South Dakota, folks from all walks of life—office workers, nurses, lawyers, flight attendants, drug reps, cowboys (yes, cowboys), and teachers—schedule sessions to shine light on lofty goals, lend strength to overcome painful losses or offer wise counsel to encourage a more dignified lifestyle. Although sometimes pegged as “New Age,” divination arts are really nothing new. Rune throwing, for example—which involves the Norwegian alphabet sketched into small rocks—dates back thousands of years. The messages of each letter, many of them identical to the ones we use today, spell out life’s trials and triumphs in predictable patterns that still hold true in our modern world. The cards of the Tarot, which originated in 15th century Europe, are much younger than the Rune stones, yet express the same sage advice. Why? Because ancient wisdom operates off two obvious premises: 1) It’s really old and therefore stands the test of time. 2) It’s, well, WISE and chock-full of great ideas. Everything that can and WILL happen to you in life is foretold in the 24 letters of the Elder FUThARK of the Norwegian alphabet and the 78 cards of the Tarot. While I could offer you countless reasons to try Tarot—this blog lists 12—I can give you ZERO reasons against it. Not a single one. During my long career, I’ve successfully wrestled with every imaginable objection. Here are just a few (along with my answers to those objections): No. I’m not a witch. Nor am I practicing the craft. I’m a recovering engineer who fled Corporate America in the year 2000 with my hair on fire. While it is true that witches sometimes consult with Tarot, they also light candles, enjoy the company of cats, brew tea and are partial to brooms. None of those activities are considered occult practices. No. Reading Tarot is not devil worshipping. I don’t even know what that is. No. A Tarot card isn’t evil. It’s a cardstock paper product. Yes. Somehow, someway, we always seem to draw the right cards. No, I don’t know how it works, but I don’t know how my cell phone works, either and I still manage to make calls, text friends and cruise Facebook. Yes. You can still be Christian/Catholic/Methodist/Unchurched/whatever and benefit from the Tarot. The powerful messages glorify a Higher Power and only reinforce, never hinder, belief systems. No. Tarot cards aren’t exotic. Whether you realize it or not, you probably already have a relationship with 52 of them as these became today’s playing decks. What did you think the Hearts, Diamonds, Clubs and Spades were all about? Your passion, wealth, energy and mind, of course. Yes, what I’m suggesting is this: If you’ve ever played Go Fish, Gin Rummy or Old Maid, you’ve handled and worked with the Tarot. One last thing…NO, the Tarot does NOT predict the future. It’s a tool of self-discovery that helps you create the future. If that’s not enough justification to try Tarot, here are my top 12 reasons to give it a whirl: It’s a NEW ADVENTURE! Brave something new! Surely there’s an area of your life that feels like a dead end. Resistance to change only leads to stagnation. The Tarot operates as a wonderful flashlight, exposing roadblocks and uncovering opportunities. Empowerment, clarity and self-worth await! Most readers offer $20 mini-sessions. In other words, for the price of a few fancy coffees you could experience something that could really give you a jolt! After all, a fresh perspective could be just what you need to rouse your revolutionary spirit. 2. It’s FUN! The Tarot will ALWAYS deliver reasons to celebrate! Joy and laughter are important outcomes of readings. Your session will lift your spirits and leave you feeling light-hearted. Yes, the Tarot loves to party! And after a good reading, you will, too. 3. You’ll feel RICHER! Your Tarot reader will help you count your blessings. And when you do, you’ll agree with ancient wisdom: We all must practice excellent stewardship. This means we only hold on to possessions that we need, use or love. Clutter, junk, duplicate items all need to be donated or disposed. The cash in our wallets and money in our banks must be treated with respect. After your session, you’ll feel inspired to practice discipline and gratitude. Good habits will lead to a state of resourceful stability. You will feel wealthy, regardless of the amount of greens in your wallet or bucks in the bank. 4. To live your VIRTUE Living in virtue requires that what you say, think and do are in alignment. In order to reach this lofty standard of living, you must discover and recover your authentic self. Sometimes, that’s not so easy. Social pressures and unholy measurements of success can divert us from our true nature. Fear of abandonment, worrying about not fitting in, feeling like a failure can intrude into our psyche and rob us of our joy. The Tarot offers remedies, of course, and can get us back on a more sacred and sustainable track. You might as well just let go of what others might think and just be yourself. After all…everyone else is taken! HA! Your Tarot reader will help you find (and burn) false fronts. Wouldn’t it be a better idea to address your insecurities than walk around in heavy armor to protect them? I think so, too. The wisdom of the Tarot helps us appreciate and nurture our true selves. 5. To gain CLARITY A keen, sharp mind is a marvelous