"Your Compass Rose Speaks: Rediscover Your Inner Wisdom"
T
he culmination of all my work over the last twenty years since establshing Dare to Blossom Life Coaching in 2003, this book offers you a way to explore the tools and processes that I have developed over this time, along with insights of my journey along the way, and stories from those who have joined me.
Launched on 28th February 2023 - you can order your signed copy direct from me here. Contact me to pay via bank transfer (UK only) or use the PayPal links below, depending on where you are in the world.
UK buyers only here: £20.00 including postage and packing (scroll down for other regions)
You will find the book available at different prices from various sellers. I charge £16 plus postage and packing. If you use PayPal I have to add a little more to cover their fees (which are charged on the postage as well as the amount you are paying for the book). To minimise the cost to you, please consider bank transfr in the UK, or contact me to discuss.
Overseas shipping is quite expensive - and I am honoured at how many people are happy to pay that for their signed copy (scroll down for PayPal links) Or if you prefer, the book is available from Amazon, Book Depository and other booksellers, wherever you are in the world. There are also KIndle and Audible versions available.
Here are some snippets from the reviews included in the book:
“Your Compass Rose Speaks is a sweet breath of encouragement and inspiration in what can be a restless and noisy world.”
“Practical and deeply nourishing, this book is an exquisite guide to connecting with the self. I know that I shall return to it again and again.”
“Mary asks simple questions that cause one to probe deeply, which helps us then to travel further within and seek answers.”
“Where is your sweet, quiet centre point?….What does Peace mean to you? Mary’s words soothe and cradle, yet also nudge and twinkle, creating an inspired sense of serene possibility; a sense of travelling within, to one’s own freedom and quiet, focused being.”
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"The Powerful Voice of the Quiet Ones - Reflections on an introvert's life"
My fifth book 'arrived' rather unexpectedly. Written originally as part of the bigger work that has been in progress for some time now, my journey to New Zealand in 2019 brought insights and the impulse to make this a standalone book.
**The book is £7.99. Shipping within the UK is £2.20, for Europe £4.75, and the rest of the world £5.75. Just use the arrow to open the drop-down menu and select where you are in the world.**
*Here I want to thank Poppy Jakes, of Poppy Jakes Photography, for permission to use her photo, taken at the final gala evening of the Venus Awards back in March. She has such a talent as you see. If you are in the UK do contact her if you are looking for a professional photographer.*
I have also produced an ebook (pdf) at £6.99 - which has the added advantage of some of the photographs being in colour. Use the PayPal button below, or contact me to pay by bank transfer. Once you have purchased I will send it by email or Messenger.
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“Dare to Blossom: Coaching and Creativity”
Creativity is the central point of a fulfilling life. People who feel they are 'not creative' are not seeing their true talents and potential: whether it is in fine art or creating a home; making a chair or mending a car; writing a book or listening deeply to a child; creating an efficient filing system or cooking a meal - creativity is life.
This is my first book specifically about coaching - and it took a while (and a lot of encouragement and cheer-leading from my own life coach) before I took the step to believing my words would have any relevance for someone else out there in the world.
Published in 2008, it is available via Lulu.com, in print or as an e-book.
Let me know if you would like a signed copy, and a dedication if you wish tor yourself or as a gift. The price is £8.95 (postage and packing £2.20 in the UK, please ask for cost to ship elsewhere). 
You can also purchase either the e-book version, or a printed copy via Lulu.com.
The book draws on my experience of using life coaching myself and with clients. I have combined this with exercises to encourage the reader to think creatively about how they would like their life to be – and then plan how to make this happen.
Jacky Pratt, a fellow life coach, was kind enough to read the manuscript for me and has written these comments: “Mary’s book is a fine balance between guidance and useful coaching exercises, with some lovely story-telling thrown in. She focuses on topics which are favourites of mine, like the value of gratitude and developing creativity, and she quotes many of my favourite authors. There is an inspirational section reflecting on her own personal journey from cancer to coaching. This is much more than just a ‘how to’ coaching book – it is a very readable story, benefiting greatly from the inclusion of her own personal learning from her coaching experience.”
Post publication reviews:
"This is a genuinely wonderful and practical book to help guide us all. What I love about it is the fact that it is packed with the personal experiences of the author and not a whole load of theory. What is also invaluable are the so many actions to each section of this book that help us move on and up. A brilliant book Mary - Thank you"
Richard Wilkins, UK Minister of Inspiration
"Mary writes with a simplicity and clarity that belies the wealth of wisdom her book contains. She shares generously from her own experience, and writes with a nurturing style without losing focus on pushing the reader to take practical action. Dare To Blossom can't fail to move you on."
Fraser Dyer, work consultant and author of Why Do I Do This Every Day?
Doris the not-very-brave Dragon
Hello dear friends,The Dare to Blossom Rediscovery Cards Companion Guide
Published in November 2016, as a companion to the Original Dare to Blossom Rediscovery Cards. You can purchase the book alone, at a special price, or as a package with the Original Deck of Rediscovery Cards (full details on the page for the Rediscovery Cards)
To buy the book:
"Cervical Cancer: The Essential Guide"
The new edition of my 2010 title 'Cervical Cancer: The Essential Guide', has now been published, with revisions and updating, as 'The Essential Guide to Cervical Cancer.'
The Need2Know website describes the book this way:
“Awareness of cervical cancer has grown in recent years and many women are looking to find out more. It is estimated that 3,000 women in the UK are diagnosed with the cancer each year.
This book aims to help women of all ages find out more about testing for cervical cancer, understanding how important it is to go for regular check-ups and overcoming the physical and emotional challenges cervical cancer can bring. Written in a sensitive, straightforward manner, the book guides women through the entire process from check- ups to diagnosis, treatment and aftercare. There is also an extensive list of sources of help and support. If you’re supporting a partner, daughter or friend through cervical cancer, or just want to know more about gynaecological health and check-ups, this guide will provide you with the sound, sensitive advice you need."
Click on the photo to order your copy.
Readers’ reviews of the first edition of this book:
Professional reviews
Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Care
I was delighted to receive a photocopy from my publisher of a review of Cervical Cancer: The Essential Guide, written by Susan Quilliam
[in the Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Care, Volume 36, Number 3, July 2010 , pp. 174-174(1)]
I bought Susan’s book Positive Smear many years ago when I was being treated and found the combination of expert knowledge and individual experiences extremely helpful. I was able to email her to express my appreciation for her writing, and for the review, which she has given me permission to quote. I have included it in full so as not to inadvertently change the meaning in any way.
Here is what she wrote:
“As someone who has had their own brush with CIN3, I am always on the lookout for good books aimed at those who want to inform and empower themselves around the issue of smear tests, positive smear results and cervical cancer. So I am delighted at this new addition to a currently under-resourced field.