Authors Richard S. Groover and Jessica G. Pacek offers a practical and eye-opening look into how everyday citizens can strengthen community boards and improve local governance.

Louisville, Kentucky, United States, 20th Jan 2026 – Veteran environmental scientist Dr. Richard S. Groover and accomplished writer Jessica G. Pacek are proud to announce the release of their new management book, CITIZEN BOARDS: The Good and The Bad. Now available on Amazon, this engaging and informative book takes readers behind the scenes of one of the most important yet often misunderstood parts of local government, the citizen board.

In this new management book, Groover and Pacek shine a light on how citizen boards shape communities, make key decisions, and influence change across a wide range of public services. Drawing from in-depth interviews with more than thirty seasoned board members, who together represent over five hundred years of combined experience, the authors explore the good practices, the difficult challenges, and the real-world lessons that come from serving on these vital community bodies.

Every community relies on volunteers who serve on citizen boards. From parks and environmental committees to planning commissions and advisory groups, these boards make decisions that touch the lives of everyone. CITIZEN BOARDS: The Good and The Bad opens the door to understanding how these boards truly function, both when they succeed and when they fall short.

Readers will discover how effective leadership, clear communication, and teamwork are essential to success. The book also explains what can go wrong: poor behavior, unclear goals, and lack of accountability. Using real examples and expert insights, Groover and Pacek offer readers straightforward strategies to overcome these challenges and strengthen the work of any citizen board.

A must-read for leaders, volunteers, and community members

Whether you are a current board member hoping to improve your performance, a newcomer preparing for your first appointment, or a community-minded citizen interested in local decision-making, this management book offers practical and easy-to-follow advice. It gives readers the tools to understand their role, manage conflict, and promote effective teamwork.

One of the book’s most valuable sections explores the inclusion of younger generations, particularly millennials, and how they can play a vital role in shaping the future of governance. The authors stress that diversity of age, experience, and perspective is essential for boards to remain relevant and effective.

No other book currently explores the topic of citizen boards in such depth and clarity. CITIZEN BOARDS: The Good and The Bad is not a theoretical text or a dry academic guide. Instead, it combines real-life stories, tested advice, and step-by-step examples that anyone can understand. The authors also discuss how to handle difficult members, create better plans, and set shared goals, all essential parts of successful management and leadership.

At its core, this management book encourages readers to see board service as more than just a duty, it’s an opportunity to make a lasting difference in their communities.

Dr. Richard S. Groover is a Fellow of the Virginia Academy of Science and a respected author of The Environmental Almanac of Virginia (2nd Edition), Environmental Cartoons for Teachers, and How to Win Environmental Victories. With over forty years of experience working with more than twenty citizen boards, Dr. Groover brings a lifetime of real-world expertise to this topic. He has helped guide local decision-making and mentored future leaders through his writing and service.

Jessica G. Pacek holds a Master of Journalism from the University of Maryland and has worked in journalism, brand writing, and content development for over a decade. She has served on several citizen boards and provides the clear, accessible voice that makes this management book both engaging and informative. Together, Groover and Pacek combine professional insight with hands-on experience, creating a guide that speaks directly to those who want to make their boards, and their communities, better.

A practical guide to better boards and better communities

Citizen boards are an important function of society today. They guide schools, parks, environmental protection, and other local efforts that impact everyday life. This book provides readers with a clear picture of how these boards operate, how to improve their effectiveness, and how to create lasting positive change.

Through CITIZEN BOARDS: The Good and The Bad, readers will walk away with the confidence to engage, lead, and contribute meaningfully to their communities, no matter their level of experience.

CITIZEN BOARDS: The Good and The Bad is available now on Amazon in multiple formats:

• Ebook Version
• Paperback Version
• Hardcover Version
• Audiobook Version
   

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Restoration Is for Everybody, It’s Never Too Late is concise yet packed with truth and practical application.

New York City, New York, United States, 20th Jan 2026 – In a world where past mistakes can feel like an unshakable shadow, Pastor Toney Hill brings a timely and powerful reminder: restoration is not just possible, it’s available to everyone. His new book, Restoration Is for Everybody: It’s Never Too Late, offers a bold, hope‑filled message rooted in Scripture, inviting readers from every walk of life to embrace renewal, healing and purpose.

Pastor Hill writes from personal and pastoral experience, addressing the heavy burdens many carryregret, failure, broken relationships, identity confusion and pointing to God’s promise of full restoration. Quoting the prophetic words of The Book of Joel 2:25: “I will repay you for the years the locusts have eaten,” he illustrates how God doesn’t simply forgive; He restores what has been lost and often makes it better than before.

Why this book matters now

• Many feel the weight of “too late” in their lives, too late to change careers, too late to rebuild family ties, too late to follow their passion. Pastor Hill challenges that notion and affirms that God’s restorative work knows no time‑limit.
• In a culture awash with partial solutions and quick fixes, this book provides a deeper, spiritual perspective: real transformation happens when we align with God’s narrative of redemption.
• It speaks to the universal human experience: regardless of age, background or circumstance, restoration is offered. The title says it plainly“for everybody.”

About the book

Restoration Is for Everybody: It’s Never Too Late is concise yet packed with truth and practical application. Pastor Hill’s style is direct, compassionate and accessible, making the book suitable for individuals, small‑groups, and church settings alike.

Key themes include:

• Recognising the “locust years”times of loss, pain or missed opportunities and how God promises to restore them.
• Becoming an “agent of restoration” in your circles: offering forgiveness, second chances, and showing how we can participate in God’s restorative work in others’ lives.
• Stepping out of shame and hopelessness into a renewed identity: “you are included; you are not too late.”
• Applying the restoration message in real‑life arenas: relationships, career, spiritual growth, health and finances.

Target audience & use

 This book is ideal for:

• Anyone who feels they have missed their chance or are “too far gone.”
• Churches, life‑groups or religious‑studies looking for a message of hope and forward momentum.
• Pastors and Christian leaders seeking fresh material to encourage congregations in renewal and purpose.
• Individuals wanting practical, Scripture‑based inspiration to step into a new chapter of life.

About the Author

Pastor Toney Hill is a seasoned minister who has led with heart, insight and bold faith. Over the years he has seen firsthand how God restores lives: marriages reconciled, identities renewed, communities transformed. His passion is to help ordinary people realise they are not excluded from God’s restorative power.

Endorsement Highlights

 “God specializes in restoration and this book will help you receive that truth.”
 “Every page invites you to believe: no story is finished until God says it is.”
 “With clarity and compassion, Pastor Hill reminds us that the past doesn’t define the future.”

Why bookstores, ministries and readers will love it

 Because it’s not just another self‑help book, it’s a faith‑rooted invitation. It meets people where they are, acknowledges their pain, and points them to the One who can make all things new. It carries a message of redemption, not based on merit but on God’s promise. And it does so with warmth, hope and authenticity.

Closing Invitation

 If you’ve ever whispered the words: “I’m too late. I’ve ruined it.”This book is for you. If you’ve ever wondered if your story still matters this message declares it does. And if you’ve ever thought someone else is more deserving of restoration this work says: the throne of grace is wide open, and the offer is for everybody.

Let Restoration Is for Everybody: It’s Never Too Late be the spark that ignites your next season of healing, purpose and divine renewal.

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Inspired by real-world courage, Coleman’s Fiction Thriller follows a battle-tested woman who turns to peace, only to face a new fight for justice.

Seattle, Washington, United States, 20th Jan 2026 – SJ Coleman proudly announces the release of With Compliments, the Nun, a gripping new Fiction Thriller now available on Amazon worldwide. This powerful story introduces readers to Sloane Briggs, a former Marine who seeks peace inside a convent but finds herself pulled back into danger when her sanctuary faces a deadly threat. Coleman delivers a story that is both heart-pounding and thought-provoking, a unique blend of action, faith, and moral courage.

A Story of Courage, Conflict, and Redemption

In With Compliments, the Nun, Sloane Briggs, a decorated Marine Corps veteran, tries to leave the battlefield behind. She exchanges the sound of gunfire for the quiet halls of a convent, hoping to rebuild her spirit and find purpose beyond the fight. But when the convent she calls home is threatened, Sloane must confront her past and rediscover the strength she thought she had buried. What begins as a retreat becomes a test of courage, faith, and loyalty, forcing her to protect the innocent once again, this time armed not only with skill, but with conviction.

Coleman’s debut delivers an unforgettable mix of high-stakes suspense and emotional depth. The story moves across continents, from Montana to Zambia, Dubai to the Darién Gap, capturing a sense of global urgency while keeping its focus on one woman’s inner struggle. Readers will find themselves hooked by the blend of Fiction realism and heartfelt storytelling. With each page, Coleman shows how grit and grace can live side by side, and how even the most battle-worn souls can find redemption.

A Different Kind of Thriller

With Compliments, the Nun is not a typical Thriller. It’s a story built on purpose and power. Sloane Briggs is not just another hero; she’s a woman of depth, courage, and conviction. Through her, Coleman explores what it means to protect others when violence no longer feels like the only answer. The book dives into real-world issues like human trafficking and the exploitation of the vulnerable, giving readers a window into the cost of indifference and the value of compassion. Coleman’s clear, direct writing style ensures that even complex ideas feel accessible and real.

What Makes This Fiction Stand Apart

What makes With Compliments, the Nun stand apart from other books in the Fiction genre is its balance of strength and soul. Readers who enjoy fast-paced thrillers will find plenty of tension, technology, and tactical skill. But underneath the action lies something deeper, a reflection on what it means to seek peace after living through chaos. Coleman combines AI-driven intelligence work, dark web sleuthing, and quantum-tracked diamonds with emotional honesty and spiritual growth. It’s a mix of realism and reflection that few Thriller novels achieve.

As the first book in the Sloane Briggs Thriller Series, With Compliments, the Nun lays the foundation for more to come. The next installment, Toledo, will continue Sloane’s journey as she faces new threats that push both her tactical expertise and her spiritual resolve to their limits. Readers who finish this debut will be eager to follow Sloane into her next mission.

About the Author

SJ Coleman brings authenticity to every page. As a veteran and mother, she understands what it means to serve, to struggle, and to find hope again. Her voice is both strong and compassionate. Coleman writes from experience, crafting stories that feel real because they come from truth. Her work is not just about entertainment, it’s about purpose, healing, and humanity. Through Sloane Briggs, she creates a heroine who is both fierce and deeply human, a figure of inspiration for readers of all backgrounds.

Why Readers Will Love This Book

Fans of action, suspense, and strong female leads will find With Compliments, the Nun unforgettable. Whether you are drawn to faith-based stories, military Fiction, or emotional thrillers, this book offers a compelling mix of all three. It’s a story that proves courage doesn’t end when the war does, and that grace can grow even in the toughest soil.

With Compliments, the Nun is now available for purchase on Amazon worldwide in ebook, paperback, and hardcover editions. Join Sloane Briggs as she learns that peace is not the absence of battle, but the discovery of purpose within it.

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