by Janice Dean
First published 2021
Maestro Albert Snow expects his afterlife to match his earthly fame as a world-renowned opera director. Instead, he finds himself sorting mail on Heaven's first level. His demanding personality threatens to trap him there forever until he negotiates a deal with St. Michael. Snow must complete nine earthly missions, but there's a twist. He arrives on Earth with no knowledge of his assigned problems or even his temporary identity. Each mission connects him with ordinary people paralyzed by their fear of public speaking. Snow teaches them to overcome their terror so they can share their talents with others. He applies his signature blend of brilliance, creativity, and confidence to succeed at increasingly challenging tasks. But his final mission pushes him to his breaking point, leaving him lost and desperate. Through helping others conquer their speaking fears, Snow discovers something unexpected about courage and connection.
Genres: fiction, self-help, contemporary, inspirational
Vibes: emotional, thought-provoking, uplifting
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, redemption
187 pages · Paperback · Telemachus Press, LLC