A new non-fiction release from Zondervan caught my eye when it came up for tour.  Sticks and Stones by Ace Collins focuses upon using our words for good, for building and for edification rather than tearing down and negativity.  What a message we need to hear, what an impact the words that flow from our mouths can have on our family’s, churches and communities.  And how those words reflect the state of our hearts – oh my!  I just received my copy today, so I’ll share a bit about the book in general with you.

Summary:

With earthy wisdom, simple action points and his trademark gift for storytelling, bestselling author Ace Collins shows how—and why—to make the words used each day count. From a friendly hello, to a handwritten thank-you note, to a thoughtful phone call, words can have a positive impact in a negative world.

Of the roughly thirty-thousand words spoken by most people every day, Collins challenges readers to imagine if just a handful of them could save a life or heal a broken heart or inspire a vision that would shape the course of history. He urges that today is an opportunity to speak—or write—words of incalculable potential for good.

With simple action points and colorful stories, this inspiring book will help weed out sticks-and-stones negativism and unleash the surpassing, life-giving, destiny-shaping power of positive words.

What does it take for words to make a difference?

Perhaps a simple thank-you letter or an encouraging email, a simple hello, a thoughtful phone call, a note written on the back of a family photograph — the possibilities are endless. Sticks and Stones shows the power and importance of words and how to use the right words to have a positive impact beyond anything you can imagine.

About the Author:

Ace Collins is the writer of more than sixty books, including several bestsellers: Stories behind the Best-Loved Songs of Christmas, Stories behind the Great Traditions of Christmas, The Cathedrals and Lassie: A Dog’s Life. Based in Texas, he continues to publish several new titles each year. He has appeared on scores of television shows, including CBS This Morning, NBC Nightly News, Good Morning America and Entertainment Tonight, along with appearances on CNN and MSNBC. Visit www.acecollins.com.

Learn more about Ace at http://acecollins.com.

Sticks and Stones
Release: March 2009
Hard cover, 224 pp., $16.99
Non-Fiction
ISBN: 0310282535

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