User talk:Jean-Philippe Soulé

~ Ningauble (talk) 21:36, 19 June 2021 (UTC)

~ Ningauble (talk) 21:39, 19 June 2021 (UTC)

I’m contesting the deletion request on the base of the author being self-published. Many bestselling authors today elect to not go with traditional publishers. The publishing world has evolved.

Dancing with Death was the winner of four awards:

•	Winner of the 2019 KBR Kindle Book Awards •	Winner of the 2019 International Book Awards •	Winner of the 2019 Reader's Favorite Book Award •	Winner of the 2019 IAN Book of the Year Awards and •	Semi-Finalist of the 2019 Chanticleer International Book Awards

And it received raved editorial reviews:

"A thrilling book of real-life adventure"

- David Canford, author of The Throwback ★★★★★ " . . . In this inviting style of writing the three-year rigorous but enlightening journey unfolds, combining the style once the sole property of writer Richard Halliburton with the skills of thriller novels. . . an enlightening book that tempts/stimulates the reader to forge ahead with dreams. First class book!"

- Grady Harp, Amazon Hall of Fame, Amazon Top 100 reviewer ★★★★★ "illuminating and powerful" - Jack Magnus, Readers' Favorite, 5/5 stars "Thrilling adventure, soulful insights and crisp, fast-paced writing combine to make Jean-Philippe Soulé's DANCING WITH DEATH a great read."

- Jen Lynds, IndieReader ". . . [an] intelligently composed chronicle and compelling read that riled the senses with descriptive exposition and well-organized literate visions of superhuman determination, extreme traveling adventure, fraught with kayaking adventure, spine-tingling moments, exotic environments and intriguing people and cultures . . . [a] phenomenal travel super-adventure." - Lisa Brown-Gilbert, Best Sellers World "A fast-paced story that will grip you and inspire you. Highly recommended." - The Wishing Shelf, 5/5 stars "An unforgettable escapade of ultimate danger and discovery, inspiring less intrepid souls . . ." - Joel R. Dennstedt, Readers' Favorite, 5/5 stars ". . . a journey of dreams, sacrifice, endurance and triumph . . .written in a tone that is warm and inviting, almost like you are listening to camp fire stories. You will laugh, you will cry, you will shudder in horror, gasp in terror and you will thoroughly enjoy this true story of a journey that many would only dream of and few would dare to undertake. " - Anne-Marie Reynolds, Readers' Favorite, 5/5 stars "In this diary-style memoir, Dancing with Death follows two men on an experience of a lifetime . . . How far would you push yourself to achieve the impossible? Jean-Philippe Soulé's story of what the power of human will can accomplish is inspiring, emotional, and empowering. The diverse people, delicious food, and fascinating cultural traditions in Dancing with Death will amaze readers. Filled with adventure and excitement, Dancing with Death will leave readers dreaming of clear water, lush nature, and an unforgettable surge of inspiration to step out of their comfort zone and into the great wide world."

- The Book Review Directory, 5/5 stars



I, Tarzan: Against All Odds, although just published, also received endorsements from celebrities and bestselling authors as well as impressive editorial reviews:

"I, Tarzan, simply put, is the most inspirational memoir of the year." -- Chanticleer Reviews "Jean-Philippe's life is like the ultimate ultra-marathon, where hope, perseverance, and grit determine the outcome. I, Tarzan: Against All Odds is his story of redemption and remembrance that inspires and energizes the reader to believe that far-reaching dreams can come true. Jean-Philippe proves that your attitude determines your altitude -- and high he climbs in this must-read memoir!" -- Dean Karnazes, ultramarathoner and NY Times bestselling author https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dean_Karnazes "Marco Polo meets Tom Sawyer, I, Tarzan is the roller-coaster chronicle of Jean-Philippe Soule's early life of challenge and adventure. ...This is a story of success, wrought in the fires of despair and wrapped up in good old-fashioned storytelling." -- Ian Adamson, author and world's most celebrated adventure racer (X-Games Gold Medalist, 5-sport world champion, 6x world record holder) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ian_Adamson "I, Tarzan tears at the heartstrings and brings to remembrance every unfulfilled childhood dream. Jean-Philippe's story lends us the courage to see them as future possibilities. His grit and determination inspire and electrify. An emotional journey of enduring accomplishment. I highly recommend it." -- C. J. Anaya, USA Today bestselling and multi-award-winning author of The Healer series.

"What a story! I cannot recommend this read highly enough. Having read many books of courage and self-help over the years, it takes a lot to move me emotionally...." -- Grant Leishman (author), Readers' Favorite: 5/5 stars

"Any reader who believes that early adversity sets a life's course in stone should read I, Tarzan: Against All Odds." - D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review "This is a fantastic, well-written memoir that I suspect will be enjoyed by all who read it." --Jamie Michele (author), Readers' Favorite: 5/5 stars

"This is an inspiring and effective coming-of-age story about facing towering odds and making sacrifices to achieve lifelong dreams... Each chapter is prefaced with inspirational quotes, helping to shape this fascinating account about the power of mind over matter." -- The US Review of Books "Author Jean-Philippe Soulé writes with a dramatic tension that would serve well in any work of fiction, laying out the tumultuous path of his life as a map for brave readers to explore. ... the narrative authority shows us that we are in good hands: the hands of a survivor. This visceral experience whilst reading makes for an emotional memoir, and these feelings are heightened by the raw honesty of the work, the open-heartedness of the author himself, and the delicate placement of words to show how even in dark times, we can pick ourselves up and become who we want to truly be. I would highly recommend I, Tarzan: Against All Odds as an inspiring and motivating memoir that proves anything is possible." -- K.C. Finn (author), Readers' Favorite: 5/5 stars "... the inspiring message is clear: never let anybody tell you how to live your life. His life is both thrilling and inspiring. Upon finishing, I couldn't decide if I wanted to start reading the other book in Soulé's series, or put on my running shoes and spend the rest of the day sprinting up a mountain!" -- Frank Bouchard, Reedsy Discovery "I, Tarzan, a truly inspirational and powerful memoir, conveys an invaluable message: if one determines a goal and pursues it without compromise, one will succeed. Soulé transports readers onto the scene of his many adventures. We feel what he feels, experience what he does in the truest sense, and delight in the ultimate reward of witnessing his personal growth in self-esteem and accomplishment. I, Tarzan, simply put, is the most inspirational memoir of the year. ...An inspiring adventure memoir of one man's journey to live life to its fullest. Highly recommended." -- Chanticleer Reviews

You cannot judge the quality of books or an author solely on whether the author or his/her books are traditionally published or not.

Creating an article about yourself (or your book)
I strongly recommend reading Wikipedia's advice at WP:YOURSELF. I hope you will find it helpful. ~ Ningauble (talk) 01:18, 21 June 2021 (UTC)