Review of The ABCs (Always Be Curious) of Life

[Elizabeth-Tush4Christ]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The ABCs (Always Be Curious) of Life" by David m Williams.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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The ABCs (Always Be Curious) of Life by David m Williams

Life is challenging, and we need to be prepared for whatever it throws at us. That's why I appreciate that the author offers life hacks in this book to help prepare for life's different phases.

The book starts slowly and may seem uninteresting at first, but as you dive deeper, you’ll see that the author has set the pace to ease readers into it. This isn’t for lazy teens, as the topics naturally arouse curiosity and encourage further exploration.

While sharing life hacks, the author provides a practical way to help teens get accustomed to essential life lessons that will help them grow and find fulfillment. I like that these lessons are delivered skillfully without being burdensome. The exercises didn’t feel like work; they were subtle and inviting, with an engaging tone—an excellent way to teach. There are additional resources at the end of each chapter to provide more insight into the topics covered. Lessons like time management, integrity, hard work, goal-setting, faith, and ethics are all infused throughout the book. The author used an inquisitive writing style to spur readers curiosity.Although the book is for teens, it includes numerous resources that could be useful for children between the ages of 4 and 10, when guided by an adult. The inclusion of journals and practical steps for using them excited me, and I found myself eagerly anticipating each exercise.

The book is well edited; I only noticed a few errors, which did not detract from the reading enjoyment. However, I do have some criticisms. The constant breaks to open links and scan codes were distracting. Although these features help emphasize the author’s points and provide practical guidance, they interrupted my flow of thought. The file was also heavy, taking a while to reload whenever I closed the page to do additional research as suggested in the book. Reducing the color scheme could help resolve this issue, and the author could consider making the links clickable or easier to copy. These factors slowed down both my reading and the implementation of the exercises.I found the yellow color scheme quite loud and unsoothing, making it feel more like a cartoon book. If the author was aiming for a journal look, it didn’t quite give the vibe or effect. I’d suggest colors like turquoise, coral, lime green, or powder blue, with complementary accents like white, gold, or black. I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars due to these few observations.
Notwithstanding, the pros outweigh the cons. I commend the author for making this book available at this age and time when it's most needed. I recommend it to children and teens, as they will find it transformational. I will definitely encourage all the children and teens around me to get this book.

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The ABCs (Always Be Curious) of Life
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[Blueberry Dragon]

Thanks for your informative and balanced review, @Elizabeth-Tush4Christ. At a time when young adults are so "digitally occupied", it's wonderful that an author has a book out with exercises in it. Nice! I'll definitely be recommending this book to the YAs around.

[Shirley Ann Riddern Labzentis]

Good review! When I first looked at the book, I thought that it was for toddlers, not teens. The cover didn't do it for me. I hope that teens read this and that it is helpful in helping them navigate through life.

[Alissa Nesson]

Thanks for your review! The cover does make it look more like it’s for young children, which could be easily fixed. I hope the content is more in line with developing adults. Long downloading times could be an issue with the modern attention span, but I commend the intention to help teens with their daily issues. Thank you for your balanced review.

[Gerry Steen]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The ABCs (Always Be Curious) of Life" by David m Williams.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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The ABCs (Always Be Curious) of Life by David m Williams

Life is challenging, and we need to be prepared for whatever it throws at us. That's why I appreciate that the author offers life hacks in this book to help prepare for life's different phases.

The book starts slowly and may seem uninteresting at first, but as you dive deeper, you’ll see that the author has set the pace to ease readers into it. This isn’t for lazy teens, as the topics naturally arouse curiosity and encourage further exploration.

While sharing life hacks, the author provides a practical way to help teens get accustomed to essential life lessons that will help them grow and find fulfillment. I like that these lessons are delivered skillfully without being burdensome. The exercises didn’t feel like work; they were subtle and inviting, with an engaging tone—an excellent way to teach. There are additional resources at the end of each chapter to provide more insight into the topics covered. Lessons like time management, integrity, hard work, goal-setting, faith, and ethics are all infused throughout the book. The author used an inquisitive writing style to spur readers curiosity.Although the book is for teens, it includes numerous resources that could be useful for children between the ages of 4 and 10, when guided by an adult. The inclusion of journals and practical steps for using them excited me, and I found myself eagerly anticipating each exercise.

The book is well edited; I only noticed a few errors, which did not detract from the reading enjoyment. However, I do have some criticisms. The constant breaks to open links and scan codes were distracting. Although these features help emphasize the author’s points and provide practical guidance, they interrupted my flow of thought. The file was also heavy, taking a while to reload whenever I closed the page to do additional research as suggested in the book. Reducing the color scheme could help resolve this issue, and the author could consider making the links clickable or easier to copy. These factors slowed down both my reading and the implementation of the exercises.I found the yellow color scheme quite loud and unsoothing, making it feel more like a cartoon book. If the author was aiming for a journal look, it didn’t quite give the vibe or effect. I’d suggest colors like turquoise, coral, lime green, or powder blue, with complementary accents like white, gold, or black. I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars due to these few observations.
Notwithstanding, the pros outweigh the cons. I commend the author for making this book available at this age and time when it's most needed. I recommend it to children and teens, as they will find it transformational. I will definitely encourage all the children and teens around me to get this book.

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The ABCs (Always Be Curious) of Life
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon

Congratulations to the author, David m Williams, for writing an engaging and inquisitive book for teens covering life hacks for "time management, integrity, hard work, goal-setting, faith, and ethics." The easy-going exercises will allow the reader to assimilate the targeted skills. I like the author's translation for the ABCs: Always Be Curious. Success comes much easier when one is curious. Great review!

[Nneka Bridget]

Your review highlights the practical and engaging nature of this life-skills book for teens. The author’s approach to teaching essential lessons through exercises and additional resources sounds well-executed, and it's great that the content remains accessible without feeling heavy. The suggestions for design improvements, like toning down the color scheme and adjusting interactive elements, are insightful and thoughtful. Thanks for sharing this balanced perspective—sounds like a solid read for young readers looking to grow.