Michelle
Beber has certifications as an Angel Intuitive and Angel Oracle Card Reader
from renowned "angel lady," Doreen Virtue, as well as certifications
as a Spiritual Teacher and Archangel Life Coach from Doreen's son, Charles
Virtue.
In 2008,
Michelle's life changed when she attended a spiritual retreat and learned about
angels and how they communicate through repetitive number sequences known as
"angel numbers." Little did she know that this insight would lead her
on an amazing spiritual journey that would directly connect her with angels and
result in the discovery of her life purpose.
Always grateful
for the spiritual guidance she has received, Michelle looks forward to sharing
the knowledge she has gained to inspire others, especially children. Michelle
is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI).
Her
latest book is the juvenile fiction/children’s picture book, Angels,
Angels, Everywhere.
For
More Information
- Visit Michelle Beber’s website.
- Connect with Michelle on Facebook and Twitter.
- Find out more about Michelle at Goodreads.
- Visit Michelle’s blog.
- Contact Michelle.
About the Book:
Angels, Angels, Everywhere is a non-denominational,
multiracial book written in delightful rhythm and rhyme and accompanied by
charming illustrations. The themes of
constant support and unconditional love are designed to help children deal with
everyday experiences in life.
By developing children’s faith in
knowing that they are not alone and building their trust that they are
consistently watched over, cared for, and loved, children will become empowered
to deal with life’s challenges. The book
also lets children know that angels are there in good times as well, sharing in
their joy.
For More Information
- Angels, Angels, Everywhere is available at Amazon.
- Pick up your copy at Barnes & Noble.
- The book can also be purchased at Balboa Press.
- Visit the book’s official Facebook page.
- Watch the book trailer at YouTube.
- Discuss this book at PUYB Virtual Book Club at Goodreads.
Thanks for this interview, Michelle. Can we begin by having you tell us about
yourself from a writer’s standpoint?
I believe each of us comes into this world with innate
talents that are meant to be used to make the world a better place. Some of us realize those talents earlier in
life, and others, like me, find our purpose later in life. Your purpose is always found in your passion,
and I’ve always loved to write.
I enjoyed creative writing as a child and wrote poetry as a
teen, but I didn’t have a career plan to be an author or journalist. When I got to college, I chose Radio-TV-Film
as my major with a desire to work in television production, but I also took
many journalism classes and absolutely loved it! That led to an internship in the NBC-TV Press
and Publicity Department which included writing press releases.
I had hoped to find a job in publicity, but since those jobs
were hard to come by, I ended up working in the business and legal area of the
entertainment industry. Ironically, that
knowledge has proven invaluable as I have moved into my career as an
author. I believe everyone learns what
they need to know as they work toward their particular life purpose.
I can’t think of anything that brings me more joy than
writing. There’s nothing like having the
freedom to create whatever you want with nothing but words. Writing books is a wonderful way to make a
difference in the world, and I’m grateful to have the opportunity to make a
difference in the lives of children.
When not writing, what do you like to do for relaxation?
Actually, writing relaxes me! LOL I also
enjoy meditating outdoors, watching reality shows, and visiting social media
sites.
Do you have a day job? Or a night one?
I have a day job working in the corporate area of the
entertainment industry.
Would you say it’s been a rocky road for you in regards
to getting your book written and published or pretty much smooth sailing? Can you tell us about your journey?
It’s funny how things come together in synchronicity when
you do exactly what your soul is meant to do.
A few years ago, I tried to put a different book into the marketplace, and
the universe blocked me from completing that book because it wasn’t ready, and
it wasn’t the book I was meant to publish first.
When I received the words for Angels, Angels, Everywhere, I knew the poetry was supposed to be in
my debut book. Not only did the words come to me more easily
than any other manuscript I’d done, but also when I decided to move forward
with it, everything easily fell into place.
I found the perfect publisher who selected the perfect illustrator, and
I had a beautiful book in my hands in only nine months!
Although my book is a picture book, it’s also a “self-help”
book to assist children with their emotions in an entertaining way. Because of this, I decided to work with Balboa
Press, the self-publishing division of the largest self-help publisher in the
world, Hay House Publishing. It was
important for me to align myself with a company that shared my spiritual and
metaphysical philosophy.
Self-publishing allowed me to have control of how and when
things were done, and I was able to have my book on the market much sooner than
it might’ve taken to go through a traditional publishing house.
Self-publishing has been a very rewarding learning
experience, and I’m grateful to have been able to achieve my dream of becoming
a published author.
What is it about the children’s picture book genre that
appeals more than any other genre you would choose to write?
Most of the words I receive are clearly meant to be
children’s picture books, but I also have ideas for spiritual, self-help books
for adults. I’ve always loved being
around children, so I’m very happy to make my debut in the picture book genre.
If you had to summarize your book in one sentence, what
would that be?
Angels, Angels,
Everywhere is an award-winning, non-denominational, racially diverse
children’s picture book that contains playful poetry from the angels and
charming illustrations that will comfort and delight your child.
What makes your book stand out from the rest?
What makes my book unique is that the words were literally Divinely
inspired! I’m an “angel intuitive” which
means that I’m able to communicate with the angelic realm. I’m also what’s known as a “lightworker”
who’s working with Archangel Michael to bring God’s healing love and light to
the world, especially to children. The
poetry in my book was given to me by Archangel Michael, and I’m humbled to be
able to bring these words of comfort and joy to children.
Where do you get your information or ideas for your
books?
My ideas come to me in the last place you would expect
anything creative to happen -- while I’m sitting in my car stuck in
traffic! LOL But then again, maybe it makes sense because that’s
where I started to develop my connection with the angels as I became aware of
“angel numbers” on license plates. “Angel numbers” are repetitive number
sequences that contain messages of guidance from God and the angels.
For instance, “444” means that angels are everywhere around
you. As I acknowledged the messages I
received in the numbers and followed the guidance I was given, I occasionally
heard sentences that would provide comfort or encouragement. One day, I received the poetry that became
the manuscript for Angels, Angels,
Everywhere. I was surprised and delighted
to receive this amazing gift!
Apparently, when I’m stuck in traffic on my long commute,
I’m a captive audience for the angels, and that’s when they like to “dictate”
to me. I’ve received two other
manuscripts of angelic poetry while sitting in traffic, and I plan to turn
those into books as well. I’m so blessed
to have strengthened my angelic connection to the point of creating books for
children. Everyone has intuitive
abilities in varying degrees, and that sixth sense can be developed and
strengthened if you chose to do so.
Do you have any suggestions to help me become a better
writer? If so, what are they?
Well, you know I’m going to suggest that you work with the
angels for inspiration! You have nothing
to lose by asking the angels to help you with your creations. Even if you don’t believe in angels, they
will still help you. Believing in them
changed my life, and it can change yours too!
Also, try meditating outdoors. I’ve found that when I quiet my mind, I can
tune in to my intuitive guidance, and the creativity flows. Work, work, work isn’t healthy and will
frustrate you. You have to take time
away from writing to nurture your spirit so you can maintain balance. In that balance, your imagination will
blossom.
If you’re passionate about writing, it’s definitely what you
were meant to do. Always write from your
heart, stay positive, have faith in your abilities, work hard, and have
patience. You can achieve great things
when you believe in yourself!
What’s next for you?
This year, I’ll be a guest on angel intuitive, Julie
Bentley’s blog talk radio show, “Deva to the Divine,” and I’ll also be a guest on
Hay House Radio’s “Bright New Voices:
The Balboa Press Hour.”
My other plans include readings, book signings, speaking,
and working with charitable organizations.
To stay informed with what’s going on with me, please visit
my website at www.michellebeber.com. While you’re there, you can read my
spiritually inspiring blog, “Heart of a Lightworker.”
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