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| Life Among the Dead | 
 enlarge | Author: Lisa Williams
Publisher: Simon Spotlight Entertainment
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  57 reviews
Sales Rank: 15367
Media: Hardcover
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Pages: 256
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Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.2 x 1.3
ISBN: 1416954155
Dewey Decimal Number: 133.9092
EAN: 9781416954156
ASIN: 1416954155
Publication Date: April 8, 2008
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Product Description
The highly anticipated memoir from the star of the hit series Lisa Williams: Life Among the Dead When Lisa Williams was four years old, she told her parents about the spirits in her bedroom. Since those first sightings, Lisa has seen and communicated with thousands of people who have passed over, listening to their stories and delivering messages of comfort to the loved ones they left behind. In Life Among the Dead, Lisa invitesreaders into her extraordinary life, from her childhood in Birmingham, England, where her grandmother -- also a renowned psychic -- encouraged her to respect and nurture her talent, to her decision to move to Los Angeles, where her smash-hit Lifetime television show quickly made her one of the world's most beloved mediums. Lisa shares memories of her earliest psychic experiences and her gradual acceptance of her gift, and recalls many of the amazingly accurate communications she has shared with believersand skeptics alike. In her compassionate, down-to-earth style, she reveals exactly what it's like to live surrounded by spirits every day, and she recounts the joy she feels in bringing solace to those who have lost someone dear and the insights she has gleaned about spiritual phenomena,hauntings, psychic healing, and the afterlife. Warm, witty, and surprising, Life Among the Dead is a wonderfully intimate account of Lisa's life as a medium, healer, wife, mom, and TV star who has already won the hearts of millions,a woman with an astonishing gift for seeing beyond the ordinary and into a mysterious and fascinating realm.
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An interesting look into the life of a talented lady April 3, 2008
41 out of 41 found this review helpful
One of my dear friends told me to turn on the TV to see someone amazing, and it turned out to be Lisa Williams. She had a show on the Lifetime Channel that featured her giving readings for people who wanted to contact spirit - and also she did 'housecalls' to homes with spirit activity. It was fascinating as it not only showed us how sessions were done, but let us into Lisa's life.
The 3rd season was not picked up by Lifetime. And that is a shame -
Lisa Williams wrote her biography, Life Among the Dead, and it is a refreshing look at the woman behind the metaphysical person. She gives a frank detailed look at her life, and how her gift was cultivated. Her grandmother was a famous psychic/medium, and she certainly inherited that gift.
It also goes into detail how she and her family came to America. Merv Griffin, who was a spiritual man, was instrumental in the show. Her validation to Griffin that she was the real deal was amazing.
Ms. Williams also does Reiki healing and her healings have been verified in her book. I also am familiar with Reiki and am glad she put this information in the book. There is little of the 'teaching' aspect in this book. Sometimes when you read something authored by a psychic/medium, they include little tidbits on how to meditate, or some insight into the metaphysical. While Ms. Williams does show us the various spiritual happenings, the only mention of 'the Other Side' is at the end, and that is an explanation of what happens when we 'cross over'. Whether or not you agree with her interpretation, if you are interested in expanding your knowledge, you will probably greatly enjoy this book.
One hopes that Ms. Williams will continue her path on the metaphysical. She is delightful and a gifted lady.
You will enjoy this book.
I'm sure Merv Griffin is proud.
Do You Want to Know Everything... About Lisa? April 14, 2008
21 out of 23 found this review helpful
Fans of Lisa Williams, sit up and take note: this book is a must-have. And it goes without saying that the fiercely loyal folk who clamor for tickets to her sold-out appearances have already pre-ordered this book and are, as I type, curled up reading about their favorite medium and clairvoyant.
And well they should. This is a wonderful autobiography of a path that is only partway traveled. Lisa Williams reveals to us tales from her early life, her awakening to Spirit, and the start of her career as a professional medium. But it is much more.
It is also a testament to the pluck and courage of a single mother who at one low point had literally no money and was days from being on the street. And how, by listening to her heart, and summoning courage, she moved from that desperate moment to a life of love and security, and a vocation of healing other people from their own life traumas. In spite of health challenges, a near death experience, and the fears that we all face, Lisa has already accomplished more than many of us ever will in one life. And she is really only just getting started! Within a matter of a few years she moved from begging her mum for money to meet basic needs, to being driven to Merv Griffin's yacht to discuss a television show concept.
Lisa's story is a perfect illustration of the Laws of Attraction and Power of Intention that is being so intriguingly discussed in popular culture via media such as The Secret, What the Bleep Do We Know Anyway, and the Louise Hay classic: You Can Heal Your Life.
One of the things I particularly like about this book is Lisa's candid description of her own self doubt as she explored and grew in her mediumistic ability. I think any clairvoyant will identify and be comforted by reading of Lisa's faltering starts at reading; faltering because she was uncertain of herself, not because the data was faulty!
Full of anecdotes and photos, the book is a delightful read. I inhaled it in one long gulp this weekend. I adore this lady, and have found her to be not only irrepressible, but an inspiration. Go Lisa, go!
Genuine with a rare talent. April 21, 2008
9 out of 11 found this review helpful
With so many New Age authors boasting about their enlightenment and publishing tomes about their wonderful and miraculous lives, it is so refreshing to find this book.
There are some people who radiate sincerity and warmth. If you have ever seen Lisa Williams on Lifetime you probably agree that she is one of those special souls. Her small book is not the boastful biography of a superstar psychic. It is the story of a gregarious young girl's path to womanhood; a journey plagued by the same problems and insecurities that many women encounter. It is also the story of the gift she inherited from her beloved grandmother.
The only part of the book that seemed to be lacking was the section where she speaks about her relationship with Merv Griffin. He was instrumental in promoting her talents and she talks candidly about the fact that at first she did not even know who he was. She then goes on to speak briefly about what appears to have been a friendship between them. Certainly he would have sought out her talents in his last days and it would have been interesting to know more about how she helped him come to terms with his death. At the same time you have to admire her for respecting his privacy. Many people would have sensationalized their role in his very private life. You get the feeling that she isn't someone who needs a great deal of money or would value a lucretive revelation above someone's feelings. She even passes on messages from spirits on her website for free. I'll venture to say that Lisa Williams is more than a former Lifetime TV personality. She is the genuine article, a psychic who respects people and wants to dedicate her life to helping them.
 interesting anecdotal evidence May 3, 2008
9 out of 12 found this review helpful
I was hoping from the title that there would be more specific information about what the spirits actually do when they pass over. Like, what is a typical day in the life of a spirit? This I didn't get, it was more of the same--messages from the dead. I would like to know more about their lives, what are they actually experiencing? Maybe we just can't understand, but I would like to know what to expect when I die.
Insight and Truth April 8, 2008
6 out of 8 found this review helpful
I, like all her fans, watched Lisa from her first TV program. I signed the petition on her website to bring her back on screen. I believe she lost the program due to Merv Griffin's death because he was her champion and had pull with the station. The book was a surprize. I didn't realize she had crammed so much into her 35 years of life on this earth. I didn't realize she had so many of her own problems or, mostly, that she is so talented in other areas; i.e., singing, dancing, etc. She is a multi-faceted individual and the book revealed all and made me like her even more. I really miss her enthusiasm, happy smile and insightful program. Maybe we'll see her on another channel who appreciates her abilities. Good read and I would recommend it to all.
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