Because of rising obesity, health officials in the United States are observing Mexico's new law about taxing soda drinks as an experiment in curbing sugar consumption. You have to wonder if the approach will work.
On the other side of the world, researchers from Imperial College London have released the news that up to two million people in England could be eligible for weight loss surgery. That's more than 5% of the adult population.
Bariatric surgery, such as the fitting of gastric bands, can cut the risk of death from obesity-related problems such as heart disease and diabetes.
Imagine a futuristic novel about indulgent citizens eating all they want, and then taking a break in a hospital to have their excess weight removed. I remember a plot about older people going to their final reward in a luxury residence where their every wish was granted. They never realized they'd be turned into the protein-filled biscuits consumed by the younger generation. Too controversial? Writers think of the craziest things.
A group of authors have combined to offer their novels at a very low price for this weekend only. You'll find a selection from every genre—each one bordering on crazy, fantastic, futuristic, or down-to earth. They'll make you think, thereby expanding your brain and giving you an unprecedented experience.
My own modern day fantasy, Tidal Surge, the second in the Moonstone series, is included. It's about Liliha, a gentle woman with a unique ability who overcomes a supernatural adversary to free her teenage daughter from an ancient scarab-bracelet's hold. If you want to read the novels in sequence (although this is not necessary to follow the story) you'll find the first book, Still Rock Water on the sidebar, one click away from Amazon.com. I've discussed a conflict between good and evil inside each person, which occurs in my books, over the last few days leading up to the prodigious sale.
Why not take advantage of this bargain? You could download all 17 novels for under $20 or the equivalent. Perhaps you could use some for gifts.
‘Tidal Surge’: by Francene Stanley:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Tidal-Surge-Francene-Stanley-ebook/dp/B00DX5YLXQ
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Tidal-Surge-Francene-Stanley-ebook/dp/B00DX5YLXQ
‘Obstacles’ by Chris Reardon:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Obstacles-Chris-Reardon-ebook/dp/B00EVVIOSE
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Obstacles-Chris-Reardon-ebook/dp/B00EVVIOSE
‘Lost Through Time’ (sequel) by Jessica Tornese:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Lost-Through-Linked-Jessica-Tornese-ebook/dp/B009ZUKKR4
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lost-Through-Linked-Jessica-Tornese-ebook/dp/B009ZUKKR4
‘Due Date’ by Nancy Wood:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Due-Date-ebook/dp/B00876174M
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Due-Date-Nancy-W-Wood-ebook/dp/B00876174M
‘Her Cracked Heart’ P.A. Estelle:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Her-Cracked-Heart-P-Estelle-ebook/dp/B00DZ34T0G
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Her-Cracked-Heart-P-Estelle-ebook/dp/B00DZ34T0G
‘Yours, Mine, and Ours’ by Jackqueline Diamond :
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Yours-Mine-and-Ours-ebook/dp/B00AB1Z7L0
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Yours-Mine-Ours-Jacqueline-Diamond-ebook/dp/B00AB1Z7L0
‘September Wind’ by Kathleen Janz Anderson:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BJ8ET2M/?TAG=viewbookat0e-20
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/September-Wind-Kathleen-Janz-Anderson-ebook/dp/B00BJ8ET2M
‘Koolura and the Mystery at Camp Saddleback’ by Michael L. Thal:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Koolura-Mystery-Camp-Saddleback-ebook/dp/B00GXE1B4G
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Koolura-Mystery-Camp-Saddleback-ebook/dp/B00GXE1B4G
‘Invisible’ by Jeanne Bannon:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Invisible-Jeanne-Bannon-ebook/dp/B005LW21CC
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Invisible-Jeanne-Bannon-ebook/dp/B005LW21CC
‘Nadia’s House’ by Mary H. Collins:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Nadias-House-Mary-H-Collins-ebook/dp/B00F8NSEXE
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nadias-House-Mary-H-Collins-ebook/dp/B00F8NSEXE
‘Waking Up Dead’ by Margo Bond Collins:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Waking-Dead-Margo-Bond-Collins-ebook/dp/B00HKQQRJA
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Waking-Dead-Margo-Bond-Collins-ebook/dp/B00HKQQRJA
‘Hustle Henry and the Cue Ball Kid’ by Jack B. Strandburg:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Hustle-Henry-And-Cue-Ball-ebook/dp/B00BJ83O5K
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Hustle-Henry-Cue-Ball-Jack-Strandburg-ebook/dp/B00BJ83O5K
‘Sinking Ships’ by Michelle Knowldon:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Sinking-Ships-Abishags-Mystery-Mysteries-ebook/dp/B00H8CLEHG
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sinking-Ships-Abishags-Mystery-Mysteries-ebook/dp/B00H8CLEHG
‘A Pride of Lions’ by Mark Iles:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Pride-Lions-Mark-Iles-ebook/dp/B00HQODPK0
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Pride-Lions-Mark-Iles-ebook/dp/B00HQODPK0
‘The Four Kings’ by Scott Spotson:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Four-Kings-Scott-Spotson-ebook/dp/B00G2J1W32
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Four-Kings-Scott-Spotson-ebook/dp/B00G2J1W32
‘Take Chances’ by K.C. Sprayberry:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Take-Chances-K-C-Sprayberry-ebook/dp/B00FIOX1MW
UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Take-Chances-K-C-Sprayberry-ebook/dp/B00FIOX1MW
‘Eden’s Mark‘ by D.M. Sears:
USA: http://www.amazon.com/Edens-Mark-D-M-Sears-ebook/dp/B00HQOK8RI
USA: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Edens-Mark-D-M-Sears-ebook/dp/B00HQOK8RI
One reader said yesterday:
Then if I buy 17 books, that means my brain function can really be rev'd up? I'm in!