Awards Received for Welcome Home to Yourself

Written by Suzanne Kyra and Photography by Nathan Derksen

2009 Benjamin Franklin Gold in New Age, Metaphysics, Spirituality
2009 Nautilus Silver in Art, Specialty and Gift
2009 Independent Book Publishers Bronze in Inspiration and Spirituality
2009 Foreword Magazine Award for Body, Mind, and Spirit & Nature
2009 IPPY Award Inspirational/Spiritual
2009 National Indie Excellence Award Finalist--Photography
2008 National Best Books Award sponsored by USA Book News, Finalist in the Best Book Design category, finalist in the Photography: Nature category

Reviews for Welcome Home to Yourself

"Welcome Home to Yourself is a collection of pure inspiration. Words, poetry, photographs and so much more are all arranged to inspire and motivate readers; a must for anyone pursuing happiness within their lives."
--Midwest Book Review

"Kyra's advice and experiences are complemented by Derkse's highly chromatic, eyeball-achingly sharp photographs, which paint the grand natural backdrop, serving both to ground the reader and to suggest the transformative power of nature. More simply, they're also beautiful and convey a heightening of the spirit in the manner of a good gospel song. The author explains how poetry, voice, intuition, dreams, and formal occasions can become glad tidings, ushering us toward integrity, dignity, and compassion, once we let our guard down. A book about living a better life that frequently enough hits the nail on the head."
--Kirkus Discoveries

"Welcome Home to Yourself, is a wonderful book to give to yourself and to others. Enjoy time reflecting on your true wealth and share with friends your joy and peace."
--Cindy Cashman, Million Selling Author www.CindyCashman.com

"Welcome Home to Yourself is more like a prayer than a book. It is an entryway into what really matters -- the juicy, lovely side of the world that often goes unnoticed. Kyra and Derksen have given new meaning to 'inspiration'. "
--Larry Dossey, MD, Author: The Extraordinary Healing Power of Ordinary Things

"Welcome Home to Yourself is a book of inspiration, beauty, deepening and celebration. The visual imagery is stunning, and the wise words on living are timeless and memorable. Few books live up to their title. This one does."
--Marc David, nutritional psychologist and author of Nourishing Wisdom, The Slow Down Diet, and Mind-Body Nutrition.

"Welcome Home to Yourself overflows with wisdom and beauty. This book is a timeless gift to the eyes and to the heart."
--Hugh Prather, author of Notes to Myself and Spiritual Notes to Myself

"Welcome Home to Yourself is a reminder that what we all ultimately seek is found within us and is always found in the present. Suzanne Kyra shows us that miracles do not involve the suspension of the laws of nature, but in fully appreciating how marvelous life already is."
--Dr. Tom Legere, author of Living an Authentic Life

"In this beautiful melding of words and photographs, mother and son provide us with a shining mirror for our emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual connection to our inner natures. Truth IS beauty; beauty, truth."
--Deborah King, author of Truth Heals: What You Hide Can Hurt You

"This book embraces a powerful concept: an openness to all things, particularly the natural world. You can bring an open heart to its lush contents, or you can experience your heart opening as you read. Either way, you'll be introduced to the wealth of experience available to us all as residents of this miraculous universe."
--Terry Andrews, author of Dance of the Jaguar, winner 2008 Nautilus Book Award

"Visual senses, imagery and self-reflection are used together in an orchestral movement that both honors the internal peace of authenticity and challenges the reader to go deeper. A gentle opening of the door."
--Andrea Mathews, LPC, NCC, author of Restoring My Soul

"This book is not to read, but to experience, reminding us of the sacredness of all life, both its challenges and its beauty." --Jacquelyn Small, author and Founding Director of Eupsychia, Inc.

"This is not a book for just skimming or browsing. Suzanne Kyra and Nathan Derksen have deftly woven a 'slow dance' tapestry of enthralling, absorbing ponderings and images reflecting the intangibles of love and freedom that are entwined with human nature. A book for all ages that nudged me into a sense of profound gratitude and joy."
--Dr. Lee Pulos, Author The Biology of Empowerment and The Power of Visualization

"Welcome Home to Yourself is filled with beautiful photos and prose that you will revisit. A treasure of a book, it points you to your inner truths and reflects your beauty. Enjoy!"
--Mary NurrieStearns, co-author of Soulful Living

"This book is a rare and compelling gift for taming the mind and opening the heart. Stunning visuals and empowering reflections bring us back to what matters most--living in the present moment with grace, joy, and appreciation for all that is."
--Janice Lynne Lundy, author of Your Truest Self

"I see it as a visual meditation guide, a book of contemplations and reflections. It is gentle and sweet while radiating a peaceful quality."
--Dr. Maurice Turmel, author of The Voice - A Metaphor for Personal Development

"Poetic, wise and awesomely beautiful, Welcome Home to Yourself inspires with its words and takes your breath away with its gorgeous photographs. Welcome Home to Yourself is a feast for eyes, heart, and mind."
--Sue Patton Thoele, author of The Courage to Be Yourself and The Mindful Woman

"Welcome Home to Yourself is a courageous project with stunning photos and layout. A pleasure to page through."
--Ann O'Shaughnessy, Soul Flares

"I can describe this book in one word: exquisite.Each page is a story in itself, expressing and evoking depths of mindfulness."
--Jeanie Marshall, M.S., Personal Development Consultant

"Suzanne Kyra is a beam of light on the airwaves - a true interviewee for the soul."
--Nicole Whitney, Producer / Host Dubbed "The Oprah Of The Internet" by News for the Soul Listeners... Life Changing Broadcasts Since January 1997

"Give yourself or a friend the gift of beauty, peace, and wisdom. Give them this book!"
--Steve Harrison, Publisher RADIO-TV INTERVIEW REPORT (RTIR) The Magazine Producers Read to Find Guests