Audio Books

Audio books are NOW available!

An Audible account is free to join and you can download your books multiple times, if you ever change listening devices, or want to listen at home and on the go.

The Angel and the Frog
is read by Joel Richards










The Happy Heretic
is read by Craig Jessen









Spirituality and Recovery 
is read by Mark Ashby









I think you'll enjoy their readings as much you would my writings. These also make a lovely gift for your "I'm not a reader" friends who you feel might enjoy the messages of spirituality and a fulfilling life. Let them listen in their cars during a long drive or your daily commute!

Thrill of Being Alive

I have always believed that spirituality is a gift that needs to be polished. And we polish it, poetically speaking, by taking time to remember those moments when we feel most alive.

In my book Spirituality and Recovery, I seek to explain this awareness by giving examples that most of us can identify with; in this sense the ordinary becomes extraordinary.

"Most times, we are not in contact with our God-given spirituality. We miss it, reject it, or ignore it. The time and occasions when we make contact, those wonderful occasions when we feel and touch the very essence of our life flow, we glow with enthusiasm. At such moments, it is great to be alive. It is not only great to be a alive, it is great to be who we are and alive.

Such moments are abundant, but we often miss them. We concentrate on clutter, the superficial, the unreal, so that we miss the beauty that has been given and the splendor that surrounds us.

Are you in touch with your life? Are you there in your life? If you answer yes, then you are already aware of the thrill of living, the wonder of living, and that constant spirituality.
When two people are in love, it is loudly present. It shouts from their eyes, faces, and sprightly walk. Love is overflowing, demanding attention. It radiates from the most discreet, respectable, and proper people. It cannot be hidden or disguised. When two people are in love, life is filled with meaning and everything is exciting.

The shared telephone call between young lovers and the nervous pronunciation of the name sends shivers down the listening lover's spine. The meal and walk in the park become a sacramental communion that radiates a real presence. Even the making up after a silly argument becomes a joyous experience of generous forgiveness. Love makes everything exciting, meaningful, and extraordinary." (Chapter 3 - Page 48-49)

Spirituality and Recovery has recently been published by Health Communications Incorporated and is now available at various places including Amazon and Barnes & Noble. And for those of you who live in the Long Beach Orange County area, a wonderful recovery store called Easy Does It on Broadway in Long Beach has signed copies available. Visit their website for store hours and directions or call 562-621-1042.

The Angel and the Frog Q&A

Doesn't he look hop-less?

Q. Which character are you, the author, in this book?
A. I'm all of them. That's what makes me interesting!

Q. When was The Angel and the Frog released?
A. November 6, 2012. It's brand new!

Q. Is it appropriate for children?

A. Absolutely. Becoming your own angel is good for any soul, young or old, and in any body.

Q. Can I still get a copy?
A. Absolutely! Call Michael for an autographed copy at 562-494-2900 or email, Order at Amazon, or Barnes and Noble, or my website, or stop into Easy Does It.

Q. What piece of advice would you give about this book?

A. If you meet someone without a smile, give them yours. If you want a smile, read The Angel and The Frog; Becoming your own Angel.

Q. What's the best compliment you have received on the book?

A. We all enjoy receiving or reading a compliment. I was touched by Thomas Page's comment concerning The Angel and The Frog, how he has shared it with his children and now prepares to read it to his
grandchildren. That's why I wrote this fable. I hope his compliment will encourage others to read it. 

Q. Are you proud of this work?

A. I'm still enjoying it!

Holiday Blessings

Happy Holidays and a Blessed New Year!

As we embark upon the end of the year a Frank Sinatra song comes to mind - "It Was A Very Good Year."

For me 2012 was a great year: 

• I semi-retired
• Refurbished Leo's Den in England
• Had published my latest book, The Happy Heretic 
• Had a great time with Spiritual Travelers in Southern India

Not a bad year.

I hope you had a good year. If not, let's proactively look forward to making 2013 most special and productive in every way.

Blessed means having a spiritual joy. It's good to be happy, amongst friends and loved ones, feeling safe and secure. And I wish this for you all in the coming year!

By the time you receive this I will be at Leo's Den in England. Surrounded by family and friends. And, naturally, enjoying the cheese!

Many blessings,

Rev. Leo Booth

A Giving God

I'm understanding today that God's grace requires my cooperation. God is not a control freak; He does not force me to be kind or good. He wants me to make creative choices and live the good life.

Are you interested in God's Grace and God's Will for you?

I suggest you read and ponder The Happy Heretic.

The Happy Heretic will be released on December 3rd, but is available to you, signed, by calling 562-494-2900 or emailing michael@fatherleo.com.

Cost is $9.95. Shipping is $4 per book.

You can also find my books after their public release at:
My Website
Amazon
Barnes and Noble

Also available: The Angel and the Frog, $12.95, and the new edition of Spirituality and Recovery $12.95.

Copies of all books, signed, are available as well. 

Special Delivery: Books

 Special Advanced Copies for my fans: 

The Angel and the Frog
Available to the public November 6, 2012
Signed copies are available to you, immediately!
Price $12.95

The Happy Heretic
Publication date December 3, 2012 

Order your signed copies in advance.
Price $9.95

Spirituality and Recovery
Released October 2, 2012 

Available immediately.
Price $12.95

To order signed/advance copies:
Call     562-494-2900
Email   michael@fatherleo.com
Shipping is $4 per book.

You can also find these books after their public release at:
My Website
Amazon
Barnes and Noble

Birthing Babies

Yes, I'm birthing three new babies! 

October arrives: Spirituality and Recovery (revised) 

November brings: The Angel and The Frog (revised) 

December, a new baby: The Happy Heretic. 

All published by Health Communication Incorporated. 

Order pre-published SIGNED copies from Michael at my office by emailing him here.

Excerpt from Dancing with Pelagius and Rumi

I've been hard at work on my newest book, The Happy Heretic -Dancing with Pelagius and Rumi, anticipated publication date 2012.

Always in a state of reflecting on my self and my journey, this novel is about seeing our relationship with God differently from the way I was raised as an Anglican. Today I see my life in partnership with God, not waiting for God to initiate actions but rather knowing that I have been given, by God, the power to act and create. This concept was argued by Pelagius against the teachings of Saint Augustine of Hippo; a similar belief was celebrated by the Muslim poet Rumi.

Unfortunately, Pelagius was condemned in the Fourth Century as a heretic and banished to Africa. Today I realize that I’m a Pelagian: hence a heretic. And I’m happy about this. I intend to put excerpts from my book on my Facebook page and I am sure it will create some chatter in the recovery community.

Here is an excerpt:

     Life is a series of choices, intelligent or ignorant, and the result determines happiness or disaster. An alternative position championed by Saint Augustine, is that God’s grace alone is influencing the good choices we make, and therefore we cannot and should not take credit. Pelagius agrees that God’s grace abounds but that does not change the fact that human beings have been given the freedom to act; if they are to be condemned for the evil actions that they create then they should be praised for their virtuous behaviors.
     I’m not waiting for God to stop bad things happening to me. I’m initiating, by my choice, a life of bliss by my partnership with God. I’m not sinful, I’m blessed. And yes, I’m the Happy Heretic.

Say Yes!

As a motivational speaker, reverend, and author, I am interested in allowing you to live up to your full potential. I want you, in every healthy thing you do, to say yes!

I have a series of books in my Say Yes series that will help you unlock your best ability to be you, with happiness, health, wellness, and vitality. These books are packed with powerful affirmations to unlock your inner strength and encourage you to shine.

My Say Yes series is comprised of:
Say Yes to Your Sexual Healing
Say Yes to Your Spirit
Say Yes to Your Life
Say Yes to Your Life Workbook

Please see My Store for more information.