CORVALLIS — Corvallis resident Catherine VanWetter achieved best-selling author status on several major books lists earlier this fall  including Internet retail giant Amazon.com, where the book was No. 1 in the genres of motivation, inspiration and spirituality.

The distinction came for her contribution to the book “Overcomers, Inc., True Stories of Hope Courage and Inspiration” compiled by Lynne Klippel.

VanWetter’s chapter is entitled “A Time of Grief — A Time of Peace.” It is one of 38 stories shared in the book aimed to touch readers’ hearts and encourage reflection on what is truly important in life.

VanWetter, who works as an inner resolution facilitator of peace, compassion, forgiveness and love, is also the author of a book and meditation CD called “The Soul of the Heart.”

She will lead a discussion and be available for book signing at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at Grass Roots Books & Music, 227 S.W. Second St.

 

Author profile

Name: Catherine VanWetter

Age: 56

Hometown: Corvallis.

Family: two sons, Alex and Andy

Education: Master of Social Work; Bachelor of Science in social science; neuro-linguistic programming practitioner; family systems facilitator; licensed HeartMath practitioner; Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program (PREP) certified; positive discipline trainer; trained in ritual and ceremonial rites of passage and certified through the Chopra Center of Well-being.

Occupations: Counselor, group facilitator, writer, radio host for monthly KGAL radio show, host of bi-weekly blogtalkradio,“Inspirations of the Heart,” educator and public speaker.ucator and public speaker.

How long a writer?: 6 years.

Recent books/publications: In April, I published my first book and meditation CD, “The Soul of The Heart” and most recently, “Overcomers, Inc” a book of overcoming adversity, which gained best-seller status on Oct. 22 on Amazon.com. This book is a culmination of 38 authors who share their personal stories of overcoming challenges. It was ranked No. 1 in motivation, inspiration and spirituality.

What are you working on now?: To gain enough listenership on my blogtalkradio show and podcast to become syndicated. Using my books and meditation CD as a means for others to come to a place of resolution, deep healing and inner peace. I am booking speaking engagements and workshops all over the world.

Where and when do you write?: I usually write at my home office. I am most inspired to write when I have been deeply touched by an incident, a personal situation or am transitioning through a life-changing event. I write when I am touched by individuals who have overcome challenges that completely change their world as they know it and are able to come to a place of peace and resolution gleaning the gifts of resiliency.

What subjects are you passionate about?: Resolution, joy, love, compassion, forgiveness and peace.

What are you reading for research?: Jack Canfield, Deepak Chopra, Bruce Lipton, Candace Pert and other scientists who are exploring the mind, body and spirit connection..

What are you reading for pleasure?: “The Second Half of Life” by Angeles Arrien.

What was the inspiration behind your latest project? Recognizing, that perhaps my own life story of overcoming challenges may inspire others to release the pain of their past. I was invited to be part of the “Overcomers, Inc.” project with individuals whose purpose was to help make this world a more peaceful one. I wanted to be part of this amazing community of Overcomers.

Advice for new authors: Everyone has their special story to tell the world. Drop to your heart and let the words flow out — your gift of life is one worth sharing.

Contact information: www.ToTheHeartOfTheMatter.com or 753-1820. For more information on “Overcomers, Inc.” see http://overcomersinc.com.