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Welcome to the book page of Vicki Paris Goodman, a celebrated author known for her gripping narratives and vivid storytelling. On this page, you’ll find a comprehensive overview of her literary works, each offering a unique journey into her compelling autobiographies.

Speed Bumps

Vicki Paris Goodman’s enlightening memoir is a must-read for those who strive for perfection but sometimes find themselves tripping over hurdles of their own making. Whether you’re a driven professional, someone juggling countless responsibilities, or a type B hard-pressed to decipher the motivations of a type A in your life, Speed Bumps will resonate with your own reality.

Goodman’s tell-all unmasks the little-known trials of life as viewed through the lens of a type A personality. With fierce honesty and abundant humor, she takes readers on a captivating journey exposing the perils of holding oneself and others to an impossibly high standard.

And Other Impediments to Life in the Fast Lane

Goodman steers clear of a clinical analysis of the type A, instead focusing on her personal triumphs and failures. She reveals how her relentless pursuit of excellence often became an obstacle rather than a path to success. Her vivid storytelling paints a picture of the internal and external pitfalls encountered by those who live life in overdrive.

Speed Bumps is not just a memoir, but a guide to understanding the importance of self-awareness and humility. The book’s narrative encourages readers to reflect on their own experience, and offers insights illuminating the path to greater balance and fulfillment.

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To Sam, With Love

In To Sam, With Love, Vicki Paris Goodman recounts her surprising experience of insights and inspiration after the death of her beloved husband Sam.

Expecting despair, instead she was blessed with an influx of optimism. She felt the strong presence of a “helping hand” guiding her to circumvent the “cycle of grief.”

A Surviving Spouse's Story of Inspired Grief

Ms. Goodman leads the reader on a sometimes funny, often poignant journey from Sam’s early life until his death and beyond. His illness and treatment are described in gripping, even heartbreaking, detail. She illuminates Sam’s rare decency as a human being, elevating her to do good things before and after his death.

The intimate highlights of her spiritual awakening are revealed, facets that fully acknowledge her grief as she entertains myriad possibilities for an exciting and meaningful future.

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Vicki Paris Goodman’s journey of heart and humor highlights her transition from a technical career to writing, emphasizing her emotional and witty narrative style…