The heat is on as summer is in full swing for 2021. Many will be making their way to the beach for some relaxation in the sun. There are many items to take with you in your beach bag to pass the time. From a good read to a sweet treat, here are a few of my suggestions.
Also, for connecting with people in real time to looking at prime real estate, here are some picks to entertain you while getting that summer tan.
GOOD READS
“The Charisma Factor: Unlock the Secrets of Magnetic Charm and Personal Influence in Your Life” by Leesa Rowland
Leesa Rowland, author of the best-selling self-help/motivational book “Discovering the It Factor within You: Developing Your Charismatic Personality,” has released the sequel titled “The Charisma Factor: Unlock the Secrets of Magnetic Charm and Personal Influence in Your Life.” Available in bookstores nationwide and electronically, “The Charisma Factor” is the ultimate handbook that unlocks the mysterious formula for charm and influence. Whether you’re someone who lives in the spotlight, or you’re a college graduate just starting out on a career, this book will improve the way you communicate and interact with others.
“Yoga Pant Nation” by Laurie Gelman
The hilarious and irreverent Jen Dixon is class mom — again — in “Yoga Pant Nation” (Henry Holt and Company; 978-1-2507-7757-7; July 13, 2021; $26.99; Hardcover) by Laurie Gelman. In the third book of the “Class Mom” series, Jen’s final year as class mom is a breeze until the PTA president asks her to champion the school’s annual fundraiser, a notoriously challenging job which, as we know, is right up Jen’s alley. Laurie Gelman was born and raised in the Great White North. She spent twenty-five years as a broadcaster in both Canada and the United States before trying her hand at writing novels. The author of Class Mom and You’ve Been Volunteered, Laurie has appeared on “Live with Kelly and Ryan,” “Watch What Happens Live,” and “The Talk,” among others. She lives in New York City with her husband, Michael Gelman, and their two teenage daughters.
hudsonbooksellers.com/book/9781250777577
“Cloud Nine: Memoirs of a Record Producer” by Richard Perry
Richard Perry is a man of many words about music. From a young age, he knew that his destiny was to bring songs into the world. What he couldn’t have dreamed was that his rise through the ranks of the music industry would result in several ground-breaking collaborations. The Special Merit GRAMMY Award recipient’s new book “Cloud Nine: Memoirs of a Record Producer” is as thrilling as the legendary performers he has produced music with that include Barbra Streisand, Carly Simon, Ringo Starr, Harry Nilsson, Leo Sayer, Rod Stewart, Art Gartfunkel, and the Pointer Sisters. This candid and page-turning memoir makes for a fascinating read in the sun.
“GAWKER SLAYER: The Professional and Personal Adventures of Famed Attorney CHARLES HARDER” by Charles Harder
National litigation and trial attorney Charles Harder recently released his new book, “GAWKER SLAYER: The Professional and Personal Adventures of Famed Attorney CHARLES HARDER.” Dubbed “the highest-profile media lawyer in America” by The Hollywood Reporter, and “Hollywood’s favorite lawyer,” by Financial Times, Charles Harder tells his story for the first time. With “GAWKER SLAYER,” Harder takes readers on a journey of his biggest cases, including his landmark $140 million trial victory against Gawker Media on behalf of his client, Hulk Hogan — on the fifth anniversary of the infamous trial verdict. The book intertwines fascinating narrations from Harder’s 25-year career as a high-profile media and entertainment attorney, with personal stories about his life, upbringing, and legal career, and also commentary on the media, law and major topics of the day including media bias, journalistic ethics, and cancel culture.
A SWEET TREAT
MarieBelle Chocolates
Whether for a tasty treat to keep in your beach bag or to bring as a hostess gift, Woman-owned MarieBelle New York is a world-renowned luxury chocolate company that fits all sweet tooth needs for any occasion. The fine art edibles are produced in the Brooklyn factory with retail locations throughout New York City and Japan. MarieBelle’s flagship store in New York’s famous Soho District offers chocolate lovers a sumptuous shopping experience. MarieBelle has another retail shoppe located in Midtown Manhattan’s stunning Japanese Kitano Hotel. Each location pairs perfectly with the lavish and decadent chocolate designs. CEO and Founder Maribel Lieberman takes as much care with the aesthetics of the store and the styles of her chocolate as she does with the taste and integrity of the chocolate itself.
For over two decades, MarieBelle New York has been tantalizing both the eyes and the palate with sophisticated chocolate expressions. Whether it is the signature, artisanal ganache, the lavish truffles and bars, or the incomparable Aztec Hot Chocolate (featured on Oprah’s Favorite Things) – the name MarieBelle is synonymous with everything that is refined, beautifully designed and decadent.
CONNECT WITH PEOPLE INSTANTLY
HiWave
HiWave makes connecting in person awesome and effortless. Their smart products allow you to instantly connect with people you meet by sharing your information with one tap of your phone. Their flagship product, the HiWave sticker, uses simple NFC (near field communication) technology to help you instantly share your phone number, social media handles, and any other info you want, and our app then allows you to easily recall and follow up. Other people don’t need an app or a sticker to tap and get your info. Led by CEO Philip Greenwald, HiWave is more than just a sticker – their goal is to connect people in the real world!
SHOPPING FOR YOUR NEW LUXURY HOME
Top-Selling Real Estate Broker Lisa Maysonet
If you decide to stay in the Hamptons for longer than a weekend, rent a home or buy property with top-selling real estate broker Lisa Maysonet. She has successfully met client expectations with unprecedented contract signings. The Sotheby’s expert took up the market challenges in the midst of the pandemic and managed to put numerous deals into contract all over the East End.
sothebyshomes.com/nyc/agents/lisa.maysonet
Classiques Modernes Lifestyle & Estates
For over three decades, Loy Carlos has been a trusted lifestyle, real estate and marketing advisor of a global clientele. Together with Kenneth J. Moore, he cofounded Classiques Modernes Lifestyle & Estates, which provides home and investment management services, private brokerage, marketing and lifestyle consultancy.