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Books in the works

Escaping Scientology: An Insider’s True Story - a memoir

Experiencing Creativity: Breaking Free from Spiritual Abuse and the Emergence of the Creative Self


Books

2006
(Accepted but unpublished). Escaping Scientology: An Insider’s True Story. Birmingham, AL.: New Hope Publishers.
http://www.amazon.com/Escaping-Scientology-Insiders-True-Story.

2005
Co-authored with Norma Day. Seven Secrets to Timeless Beauty. Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers.

2001
(Accepted but unpublished). Chasing After the Wind. Nashville, TN.: Broadman & Holman Publishers. 2001.    

 

Published Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles

December, 2010

Editor: Dana Wehle. Co-editor: Libbe Madsen.

Authors: Dr. Miriam Boeri and Karen Pressley. “Creativity and Cults from Sociological and Communication Perspectives: The Processes Involved in the Birth of a Secret Creative Self.” Read pdf version.

Cultic Studies Review special edition, “The Last Draw: Cults and Creativity,” Vol. 9, (1).International Cultic Studies Association.

About Cultic Studies Review

 

 

2008    
“Out of Scientology”s Labyrinth.” Areopagus. Birmingham, AL: Apologetics Resource Center.


Manuscripts Accepted for Publication

Forthcoming 2011. Wayne House, General Editor, Baker Dictionary of Cults. Word entries: "Clear, State of;” “Exteriorization;” “Operating Thetan;” “The Way to Happiness.” Grand Rapids, MI.: Baker Publishing Group.

Forthcoming 2011. “From the Fire to a Blessing Field: Transitioning from an Unhealthy Relationship to a Life of Creativity.” The Phoenix Project Ex-Cult Member Exhibition, International Cultic Studies Association international conference, New York, July 1-3, 2010.

 

 

Chapters and Manuscripts Submitted for Publication

2007     Co-author/Editor, Dr. Phil Roberts. “Understanding the Church of Scientology” and “Christian Science.”  Untitled reference book on world religions and cults. Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, St. Louis, MO.

2004     Ghostwriter/developmental editor for Atlanta author. The Inheritance. Developed a 55- page treatment into a 650-page fiction manuscript.

2002     Twelve training modules, Understanding Scientology. North American Mission Board, In-terfaith Evangelism Dept. for online course program. Dr.Tal Davis, coordinator.

Published Technical Writing and Electronic Articles

2011
Website developer: Dr. Debra Coffey, Bagwell College of Education, Kennesaw State University (under development)

Website developer: Taking Teaching and Learning Seriously, Editor Dr. Debra Coffey, KSU (under development)

2009    
Website developer/author. www.kapcomm.com.
Website re-development/author. www.kennesaw.edu/siegelinstitute

2008    
 “President Emeritus Addresses Global Ethics and Leadership.” KSU Access Online Press Room. Jan. 4. http://www/kennesaw.edu/access

2007    
Website developer/author. www.siegelinstitute.org.
“Passionate advocate of women’s economic development to speak at Siegel Institute! Aug. 7.” KSU Press Room, July 20. http://acsdevl.kennesaw.edu/access/newslreleases2.asp?dt=848

2006    
Biography of Norma Day. Harvest House Publishers author web page. http://www.harvesthousepublishers.com/author.cfm?EDID=101444

2005   
  “Out of Scientology’s Labyrinth.” North American Mission Board, www.4Truth.Net.
 http://www.4truth.net/site/c.hiKXLbPNLrF/b.2950193/k.3C56/Out of Scientology’s Labyrinth.htm

“Tom Cruise vs. Karen Pressley: Scientology’s War of the Worlds.” North American Mission Board, www.4Truth.Net.

Selected Published Articles - Kennesaw State University
Articles written for Kennesaw State University/ The Siegel Institute for Leadership, Ethics & Character
http://www.kennesaw.edu/siegelinstitute

2007 - 2009
“Sieel Institute’s Signature Events Marquis.” Collection of several event series for 2009- 2010 including “Daring Dialogues,” “Lunch and a Movie or a Book,” “Women’s Leadership Initiatives,” The Phenomenal Women’s Conferences,” “Calendar of Campus  Events.”

 “Former Board of Regents Administrator Joins Siegel Institute as Visiting Senior Research Fellow.”

“The Graduate Certificate in Leadership & Ethics: An Academic Compass for Navigating Life’s Personal and Professional Journey.” Series of technical articles mapping out this academic program, including program overview, admissions process, brochure, course descriptions, enrollment procedures, partner programs and requirements.

 “New Interim Executive Director Brings Global Perspective to Education in Ethical Leadership”

“KSU department chairs’ Professional Leadership Development Workshop Series closes summer session with plans to continue Fall 2009 ”

“Atlanta Mayor holds roundtable on ‘Women surviving in tough times’”

“Intercultural Communicator Contributes to Best Practices in International Education from KSU’s Siegel Institute”

“Finding Purpose in the Power of Choice” opinion editorial

“Siegel Institute welcomes Center for Student Leadership staff in House 55”

“The White House Project southern strategy advisor Rhonda Ridley to speak on “Add Women, Change Everything” Sept. 18.

“Siegel Institute’s Past Provides Prologue to it’s future: UPS grant, the White House Project, and Northside Hospital collaborations advance the Institute’s efforts in ethical leadership development.”

“Siegel Institute partners with The White House Project to advance women’s leadership in the U.S.”

News, Feature, and Newsletter Stories – Print

2007   
  “Communication department moves to new heights.” The KSU Sentinel. Feb. 6, p. 1.

  “If you lead, will they follow?” The Voice Newsletter, (5), 4, pp. 1-2.

“Women’s economic power explained at Siegel Institute.” KSU Access, September, p. 2.

2006   
“UPS achieves high marks as a ‘good corporate citizen’.” The Voice Newsletter (4)  p. 1.

 “James Wanserski: A real-life fraud-buster.” The Voice Newsletter (4), 4. p. 1.

“Award-winning KSU costume designer first in Georgia history.” The KSU Sentinel, Oct. 6, p. 6.

2006   
  “Covenant with Black America’ national movement at KSU.” The KSU Sentinel, Oct. 24, p. 8.

“A ‘Portrait of the World’ comes to KSU.” The KSU Sentinel, Oct. 24, p. 7.

“JL Brooks Construction: A treasure in the heart of Cobb and Paulding county  communities.” Building Edge magazine. March cover story, pp. 3-6.

2005    
“Opportunity knocks for quality homes, quality people: Cliftwood Homes.” Building Edge magazine. August cover story, pp. 10-14.

“A gourmet blend of building services: Ben Nelson Contracting.” Building Edge magazine. December cover story, pp. 6-8.

“Connecting the dots for the building industry. Building Edge magazine. December, pp. 12-13.

2004    
“Karen’s Story.” Bible Express. LifeWay Christian Resources. February, pp. 48-49.

2002    
“Wandering in the Wilderness.” On Mission magazine. May-June, p. 38.

“Wandering in the Wilderness.“ GO! magazine. July-August, p. 27.

Event Scriptwriting

2009    
“Celebrating History Through Her Story.” Women’s History Month event. March 14. Co-produced by YWCA Northwest Georgia and League of Women Voters Marietta-Cobb. Chattahoochee Technical College, Marietta, GA.

Audio/Visual Recordings

See Presentations page