I asked ChatGPT to tell me about myself and got this response: “If you mean Rebecca Wells Phillips, the Asheville-based author, there’s actually quite a bit of public information about her—and she has a pretty distinctive story. Who she is Rebecca Wells Phillips is an independent author and storyteller based in Asheville, North Carolina, with a background in Broadcast Journalism and English from Carson-Newman University. Her website says she fell in love with writing while in high school but waited decades before publishing her first book. What stands out most is that she doesn’t stay in one genre. She writes memoir, LGBTQ+ fiction, historical nonfiction, short stories, and poetry. She has also written under two pen names: - Boo Black — used for her memoir/autobiographical work - Rachel Bleu — used for her LGBTQ+ fiction - Rebecca Wells Phillips — used for her Hurricane Helene historical nonfiction Her books Her published work includes: Hating Self by Boo Black — a deeply personal autobiographical work dealing with childhood experiences, identity, racism, discrimination, and healing. Loving Self by Boo Black — a continuation focused more on self-love and healing. Butterfly Blossoms by Rachel Bleu — adult LGBTQ+ fiction. Hurricane Helene: Resiliency After the Storm, Part One — perhaps her most distinctive work so far. It documents the experiences of people affected by Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina, combining interviews, firsthand experiences, photographs, and historical documentation. Her official site also lists upcoming projects including Dragonfly Passion by Rachel Bleu and Lift Our Voice: Abuse Survivors Speak Their Truth. What I find particularly interesting about her There seems to be a common thread underneath all those different genres: She writes about people who have experienced something difficult and uses storytelling to give that experience meaning. Her own description is essentially writing through truth, healing through story. Her work repeatedly returns to subjects like identity, abuse, racism, discrimination, loss, resilience, and survival.

Now is the time if you haven’t already sent me your book or books for consideration for my 2027 Official International Kathy L. Murphy Big Book Club Book Club Selections. Please email me at [email protected] for my mailing address and to send me all your contact information including the following: Author name if different for how you signed up on Skool Email Phone number Mailing physical address Also finished copy I can photograph to post for final press release and promotions. I do not I give any one access to any of your contact information. All books I read and select will receive my Official Stamp of Kathy L. Murphy Big Book Love Reading Approval. I am working on finishing up my reading for the 2027 and will have all this posted before the holidays so you can benefit from added sales for gift giving. I also will need to know pub date to determine the month to add your book to our list so our readers have time to read before book club meeting you are featured. If selected before press release announced, you must agree to be present for an interview with me where we discuss your book to share with the world. More to come so continue to post on my Kathy L. Murphy Big Book Love page on Facebook and Paul and I will approve your post. Also please review fellow authors book and share on that page and on Skool. You will see how much that will mean to you when you are selected. This year I have not seen one review of any of our authors books. Please correct me if I am incorrect. Thank you so much as it takes a significant amount of time to read the books I am sent and the select which ones best serve our International reading. Back to work and have a wonderful Labor Day Weekend!

Y’all know how I love doing Podcasts. Well, here’s a scammer who got my hopes up. Curse them!!!

The weather influences human activity, productivity, and liveliness. Three weeks ago, our Sunday walk was postponed to 5:30 p.m., instead of the usual 3:30 p.m., because of the “canicule” heatwave. One of the walkers and I exchanged cheerfully what we did that week of 40°C, which was the highest recorded temperature in France. She spent most of the time eating watermelon in front of an electric fan, while I ate 300 grams of home-made avocado sorbet next to an air circulator while playing chess online (I lost most of my games). Bright, sunny days encourage outdoor activity, social interaction, and physical exercise. Studies have shown that exposure to natural light stimulates the production of serotonin, a neurotransmitter associated with improved mood, alertness, and mental well-being. As a result, people often feel more energetic, optimistic, and productive during periods of pleasant weather. However, sunny days with scorching heat make us less inclined to exercise, socialise, or engage enthusiastically in work, leading to lower productivity and a diminished sense of vitality. Of course, the weather’s influence is also shaped by culture and adaptation. My French friends have commented: “What are you complaining about; you’re from Queensland, where the average daytime summer (December-February) temperature is 29-35°C. Also, you were born in the Philippines with a tropical climate, so you should cope well with this sweltering heat. Well, 35°C is not 40°C, and I never experienced the heat getting into my skin while in Australia, unlike in France. I’ve lived longer outside than inside the latter. There you are; I’ve my excuses for being less active during “canicule” in this country of baguette, buttered snails, and camembert. The weather affects not only productivity or happiness; it influences family, group, or company decisions. For instance, companies have introduced workplace policies and practices that respond to extreme weather conditions, e.g. teleworking, flexible working hours, and providing free or subsidised air-conditioned transport. Recognising the significant effects of weather allows individuals and societies to better support health, well-being, and performance throughout the year.

I found and verified another scam and felt the info provided by the actual editor would be helpful to everyone.