Product Description: Whether you dream of walking the red carpet in Hollywood, taking the Big Apple by storm, having a cottage with a white picket fence--or all of those pleasures--this book will inspire you to "stretch" to make your dreams come true. "Dream Reachers II" is a magical mix of success stories and interviews with people who have dared to stretch to reach for their dreams. From living legends to legends-in-the-making, the subjects of this book let their imaginations soar. Award-winning author and acclaimed journalist Betty Dravis shares candid interviews with Bryant McGill, author, radio host and world-famous founder of the Good Will Peace Treaty; Actress Katherin Kovin Pacino, Al Pacino's stepmother; Actor/Director Tony Tarantino, Quentin Tarantino's father; Antonia Tosini, acclaimed screenwriter and Italy's Ambassador of Goodwill; and many more... Author Chase Von, a celebrity interviewer and award-winning poet, shares his stories of artists like Ada "Ace" Velez, Six Times Female World Boxing Champion; Hollie "Hot Stuff" Dunaway, Four Times Female World Boxing Champion Boxer; Judyth Piazza, award-winning journalist and radio show hostess; Joan Baker, "Queen of Voiceover" and more. With thirty-three compelling stories and interviews, this literary work casts new light on what it takes to be a Dream Reacher. These are stories of how even disasters can turn into dreams, challenges into opportunities, with the right attitude of perseverance and determination.
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"Being a great believer in the importance of reaching for dreams and harnessing passions to build a good life, I was delighted to read... enlightening and uplifting interviews." - Susaye Greene, legendary "Last Supreme"
"...a complex, fascinating mix... similar in tone to the first book... the artists...are an exotic blend, so are Betty Dravis and Chase Von... wedding works nicely." - Dir. Steven Peterson, School of Public Affairs, Penn State
"Betty Dravis and Chase Von understand how important it is to Dream Reachers such as myself to continue to seek inspiration... will be passed on to generations..." - Norma Jean, Actress and Comedienne --Front copy of Book
"... I have also been drawn to those who 'go for the gold.' This book is full of such souls... Dream Reachers II rocks!" - Mary Ann Lurie Owen, acclaimed sports photographer, author of Extraordinary Women of the Ring --Front Book copy
"...a complex, fascinating mix... similar in tone to the first book... the artists...are an exotic blend, so are Betty Dravis and Chase Von... wedding works nicely." - Dir. Steven Peterson, School of Public Affairs, Penn State
"Betty Dravis and Chase Von understand how important it is to Dream Reachers such as myself to continue to seek inspiration... will be passed on to generations..." - Norma Jean, Actress and Comedienne --Front copy of Book
"... I have also been drawn to those who 'go for the gold.' This book is full of such souls... Dream Reachers II rocks!" - Mary Ann Lurie Owen, acclaimed sports photographer, author of Extraordinary Women of the Ring --Front Book copy
From the Author
This second collection of Dream Reachers interviews is dedicated to everyone who has ever had a dream, and that includes every man, woman and child on the planet. My dearest wish for you all is that you reach your dreams; even fulfilling a portion of them often makes a huge difference in lifestyle and attitude. We all have our dreams...
My writing is always dedicated to my children who are everything to me: my life, my loves. And Dream Reachers II is specifically dedicated to my dear friends and fellow bloggers on the popular website Dames of Dialogue: authors Christy Tillery French, Laurel Rain Snow, Caitlyn Hunter and blog founder Maggie Bishop. It is a pleasure working with these dedicated writers on a daily basis. Thanks for all your encouragement with my interviews and my books. Dames rule! - Betty Dravis
Doing the first Dream Reachers was an experience I don't think I will ever forget. The same holds true with Dream Reachers II and who knows? Perhaps there will be even more to come. I would, however, like to dedicate this current book to all the individuals in it, as well as my family and friends and everyone that takes the steps to make their own dreams a reality. I also dedicate this effort of love to my co-author Betty Dravis and to Judyth Piazza, the creator of the Student Operated Press. As anyone who has gotten anywhere will tell you, one thing often leads to another and meeting those two is what led to this series of books. Best wishes to all and it is my hope that you who seek your dreams will find encouragement to do so from the people in this book who are seeking and living theirs. - Chase Von
My writing is always dedicated to my children who are everything to me: my life, my loves. And Dream Reachers II is specifically dedicated to my dear friends and fellow bloggers on the popular website Dames of Dialogue: authors Christy Tillery French, Laurel Rain Snow, Caitlyn Hunter and blog founder Maggie Bishop. It is a pleasure working with these dedicated writers on a daily basis. Thanks for all your encouragement with my interviews and my books. Dames rule! - Betty Dravis
Doing the first Dream Reachers was an experience I don't think I will ever forget. The same holds true with Dream Reachers II and who knows? Perhaps there will be even more to come. I would, however, like to dedicate this current book to all the individuals in it, as well as my family and friends and everyone that takes the steps to make their own dreams a reality. I also dedicate this effort of love to my co-author Betty Dravis and to Judyth Piazza, the creator of the Student Operated Press. As anyone who has gotten anywhere will tell you, one thing often leads to another and meeting those two is what led to this series of books. Best wishes to all and it is my hope that you who seek your dreams will find encouragement to do so from the people in this book who are seeking and living theirs. - Chase Von
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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Betty Dravis and Chase Von are both truly amazing people. They share stories of inspiration in their books portraying the lives of many who have dreams in life and the fact that those dreams have become reality. Their inspiration is contagious and highly recommended.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By Susan
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Where others drill and dredge for sludge, Betty Dravis holds the light which draws the true essence of those she interviews. As she mines for genuine gold, she reaches the vein of wealth that lies within each individual. This is what sets her above the rest. Partnered with the talented Chase Von's skills and abilities, this book is an inspirational and interesting read. - Susan Kennington
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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I have to say I consider it a great honor to be included in this book. The interview with Chase was close and personal, probably more than one would normally expect on such an occasion. I hope others realize I consider Chase a brother, much more than simply a close friend. In his questions I feel he did a very good job of telling my story, one most probably would never get the chance to hear. So many of the other interviews in this book accomplish the same goal. I do not consider myself a celebrity of any kind but many others here are in their own right. I feel that each of us is put upon this Earth for a purpose. Realizing what this is though is probably one of the greatest challenges we all face. This book may help many discover their own path by following those laid out in the stories of others that are included here.
Dream Reachers II and it predecessor Dream Reachers are not you usual collections of interviews one might expect to find in the tabloids. These are glimpses inside several people, each with their own story to tell. One might hesitate at picking up these books at first but believe me, they are both books you will finish cover to cover and find yourself visiting back again and again. Ed Roberts [...]
Dream Reachers II and it predecessor Dream Reachers are not you usual collections of interviews one might expect to find in the tabloids. These are glimpses inside several people, each with their own story to tell. One might hesitate at picking up these books at first but believe me, they are both books you will finish cover to cover and find yourself visiting back again and again. Ed Roberts [...]
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I bought this book.reading it through invite you to feel the energy of great recent next door people to become what they want and how they make the ordinary world to a magnificent... Read more
Published 18 days ago by elie
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Inspiration and interviews
When I say to writers REACH FOR THE STARS at the end of my columns, I mean that they should push themselves higher and higher
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Published 6 months ago by Bennet Pomerantz
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The Sky is the Limit!
I(Katherin Kovin- Pacino), was honored to be part of this book...AND on the cover! ..
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Published 14 months ago by Wm Lashbrook and Katherin Kovin- Pacino
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Published 22 months ago by Linda Bulger
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Am I Dreaming?
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Published 23 months ago by Daniel L Carter
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An intriguing and compelling look at those who reach for the stars
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Published 23 months ago by Cheryl Tardif
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Stupendous Literary Interview Collection!
Betty, I received my two copies of Dream Reachers II. I love the book, dedications, of course the cover!! Read more
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