
The Ford Group (TFG)
Present & Past Clients
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Deepak Chopra, M.D. We have worked with Dr. Deepak Chopra for twelve consecutive years handling publicity for many of his books including the bestsellers HOW TO KNOW GOD, AGELESS BODY, TIMELESS MIND, THE SEVEN SPIRITUAL LAWS OF SUCCESS, THE WAY OF THE WIZARD, THE PATH TO LOVE, and THE SEVEN SPIRITUAL LAWS FOR PARENTS. Additionally, we consulted The Chopra Center, The Alliance for the New Humanity, and on many other special projects. don Miguel Ruiz Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, THE FOUR AGREEMENTS: A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO PERSONAL FREEDOM offers a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform our lives to a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and love. Currently, we are working on his lastest book, THE VOICE OF KNOWLEDGE. Debbie Ford THE BEST YEAR OF YOUR LIFE (HarperSanFrancisco, January 2005). Debbie Ford is the New York Times bestseeling suthor of THE DARK SIDE OF LIGHT CHASERS, SPIRITUAL DIVORCE, SECRET OF THE SHADOW, and THE RIGHT QUESTIONS. Arielle Ford is her manager, agent, and best friend. Jorge Cruise Lose weight and get into shape in just 8 minutes a day! As an online fitness coach, Jorge Cruise has coached more than three million time-deprived people to lose weight. Now Jorge offers the best of what he’s learned coaching his cyberclients in 8 MINUTES IN THE MORNING (Rodale, October 2001). TFG launched Jorge on 'Good Morning America' and he has been a bestselling author ever since. TFG handled all national and local publicity for his first book. Arielle Ford and Elizabeth Goodman THE OWNER'S MANUAL: THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO THE ONE YOU LOVE (Jodere Group, October 2002) is a step-by-step guide to the lifetime care and loving attention to the man or woman of your dreams that you and your beloved can create together! THE OWNER'S MANUAL is Arielle Ford's sixth book. David Wagner LIFE AS A DAYMAKER: HOW TO CHANGE THE WORLD BY SIMPLY MAKING SOMEONE’S DAY (Jodere Group, April 2003). “A Daymaker is a person who performs intentional acts of kindness with the mindset of making the world a better place.” TFG created a 20-city book tour and placed him on 'Good Morning America'. Neale Donald Walsch Author of the New York Times bestseller CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD, BOOK 1, BOOK 2, and BOOK 3. TFG handled national publicity. Dean Ornish, M.D. Author of the New York Times bestseller LOVE & SURVIVAL: THE SCIENTIFIC BASIS FOR THE HEALING POWER OF INTIMACY, (HarperCollins, March 1998) which explains the scientific proof of the healing power of love and intimacy. TFG oversaw the 17 city tour and national publicity. Marianne Williamson We have worked on various projects for Marianne Williamson since 1991, including her speaking engagements, marketing her lecture tapes, as well as the book/lecture tour for ILLUMINATA (Random House). TFG targeted special market publicity for ENCHANTED LOVE (Simon & Schuster, October 1999). Gotham Chopra Following on the heels of his success as a correspondent for Channel One, Gotham Chopra has a crafted a fascination nonfiction account of what his experience as a journalist has taught him about the nature of spirituality in FAMILIAR STRANGERS: UNCOMMON WISDOM IN UNLIKELY PLACES (Doubleday, May 2002). TFG handled national and local publicity. Wayne Dyer TFG handled the book publicity for EVERYDAY WISDOM (Hay House) and has worked with Dr. Dyer for many years on various projects. Gary Zukav Author of the #1 New York Times bestseller THE SEAT OFTHE SOUL and THE DANCING WU LI MASTERS. TFG handled his 1999 summer book tour. Hale Dwoskin Most of us operate under the notion that it requires some sort of difficult process to overcome negative emotions, fear, or compulsions. Not true! In THE SEDONA METHOD: YOUR KEY TO LASTING HAPPINESS, SUCCESS, PEACE AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING, Dwoskin upends the no-pain-no-gain theory of self-improvement. TFG handled publicity for his books for several years. Joan Borysenko FIRE IN THE SOUL (Warner Books) TFG handled book publicity. Louise Hay THE POWER IS WITHIN (Hay House) TFG handled book publicity. Sandy Johnson THE BRAZILIAN HEALER WITH THE KITCHEN KNIFE (Rodale, July 2003). This heart-warming panoply of tales is guaranteed to redefine our faith in modern miracles. Ken Morris MAN IN THE MIDDLE (Bancroft Press). This book is infested with the type of people, language, incidents and actions I encountered from the time I arrived on Wall Street ... a large number of people on the Street, at the very top levels, are not good enough or smart enough to make money without cheating. Heartmath Too many people feel that if they’re not worrying or obsessing over things it must mean that they are not caring. OVERCOMING EMOTIONAL CHAOS: ELIMINATE ANXIETY, LIFT DEPRESSION AND CREATE SECURITY IN YOUR LIFE written by Doc Childre and psychologist, Deborah Rozman from the Institute of HeartMath®, astutely identifies these subtle yet corrosive emotional patterns that persist in our lives. Nick Newmont NEWMEROLOGY: FROM SEX TO STOCKS, IT’S ALL IN THE NUMBERS (Jodere Group, February 2003). NEWMEROLOGY is the new science of numbers that tells you the best possible time to invest your money, marry your Honey or stay home out of harm’s way. TFG handled national and local publicity. Shawne Mitchell EXPLORING FENG SHUI: ANCIENT SECRETS & MODERN INSIGHTS FOR LOVE, JOY & ABUNDANCE (New Page Books, March 2002). A simple guide that helps readers identify "problem zones" in their environment and provides remedies to harmonize these zones with personal or career goals. Howard M. Shapiro, MD PICTURE PERFECT WEIGHT LOSS 30-DAY PLAN Over the past 25 years, Howard M. Shapiro, M.D. has successfully treated thousands of overweight people - not by putting them “on a diet”, but by giving them a new way of eating. TFG handled national and local publicity. Sandy Goodman Sandy Goodman is in many ways an unlikely author for this type of book. IN LOVE NEVER DIES: A MOTHER’S JOURNEY FROM LOSS TO LOVE, Goodman found answers for herself and all of us who have lost loved ones. TFG handled national and local publicity. Judith Acosta & Judith Simon Prager In THE WORST IS OVER: WHAT TO SAY WHEN EVERY MOMENT COUNTS (Jodere Group, March 2002), authors Judith K. Acosta, LCSW, and Judith Simon Prager, Ph. D., have written an in-depth guide to Verbal First Aid; a revolutionary method of using the power of words to promote healing in emergency situations. TFG handled national and local publicity. Jan Goldstein What if turning life into a rewarding spiritual journey was only 4 easy steps away Heralded by best-selling authors, senators, and visionaries alike, LIFE CAN BE THIS GOOD: AWAKENING TO THE MIRACLES ALL AROUND US (Conari Press, May 2002) by Jan Goldstein, offers readers a four-step process that teaches them to listen to the universe, open up to its message, jump-in with a leap of faith, and receive life’s miraculous gifts. TFG handled national and local publicity. Dan Pallotta Pallotta draws on his own extraordinary life path for examples and inspiration. WHEN YOUR MOMENT COMES: A GUIDE TO ACHIEVING YOUR DREAMS BY A MAN WHO HAS LED THOUSANDS TO GREATNESS shows us how to recognize our individual dreams and afford us the inner tools to manifest them, as individuals and ultimately, as a society. TFG handled national and local publicity. John T. Murphy SUCCESS WITHOUT A COLLEGE DEGREE: DISSOLVING THE ROADBLOCKS BETWEEN YOU AND SUCCESS provides a systematic plan for achieving optimal income earning opportunities and personal satisfaction while overcoming the “roadblocks” and negative myths. TFG handled national and local publicity. Paul Ray and Sherry Anderson THE CULTURAL CREATIVES is poised to be the defining study of American Culture at the turn of the Millennium. The result of 13 years of reaserch confirms that “these 50 million people are trying to create a new American culture.” TFG handled national and local publicity for both authors. Dharma Singh Khalsa, M.D. Bestselling author Dharma Singh Khalsa, M.D., takes integrative medicine to the next level in MEDITATION AS MEDICINE: ACTIVATE THE POWER OF YOUR NATURAL HEALING FORCE, as he describes a noninvasive, scientifically proven method for curing a variety of psychological and physiological ills. TFG arranged a 10 city book tour as well as national media. TFG also handled the book tour and national publicity for BRAIN LONGEVITY, (Spring 1997). Peggy Huddleston, MTS PREPARE FOR SURGERY, HEAL FASTER, Peggy Huddleston’s book and program teach an easy-to-follow, medically proven five step protocol that helps people feel calmer before surgery. TFG handled all publicity, including a 10 city book tour along with all national media. Diana von Welanetz Wentworth SEND ME SOMEONE: A TRUE STORY OF LOVE HERE AND HEREAFTER is, without a doubt, the most compelling story of the year. In this first person memoir, Diana von Welanetz Wentworth tells the story of a powerful love affair and how it came to encompass dimensions beyond what she considered impossible. TFG worked with Renaissance Media on Diana’s 10 city book tour and handled all her national publicity. Gregg Braden Gregg Braden, geologist, computer systems designer, and a leading authority on the spiritual philosophy of ancient and indigenous traditions, is the author of THE ISAIAH EFFECT: DECODING OUR FUTURE THROUGH THE LOST SCIENCE OF TIME AND PROPHECY (Harmony, April 2000). TFG handled all publicity. Gerald Jampolsky, M.D. Gerald Jampolsky, M.D. is the author of FORGIVENESS: THE GREATEST HEALER OF ALL (Beyond Words, October 1999). He is an internationally recognized authority and the author of eight books, including mega-bestseller LOVE IS LETTING GO OF FEAR which has sold nearly four million copies. TFG handled his book tour and national publicity. Peter Lambrou, Ph.D and George Pratt, Ph.D. Peter Lambrou, Ph.D and George Pratt, Ph.D. are the co-authors of INSTANT EMOTIONAL HEALING: ACUPRESSURE FOR THE EMOTIONS (Broadway Books, February 2000). A combination of Western cognitive therapy and acupressure, this new method of negative emotional release has an astonishing 95% success rate in a clinical setting. Their book enables readers to eradicate problems and enhance their abilities with simple exercises. Visit their website at: www.gem-systems.com TFG handled the 10 city book tour and national publicity. Maurice Taylor and Seana McGee Maurice Taylor and Seana McGee, co-authors of THE NEW COUPLE, WHY THE OLD RULES DON’T WORK AND WHAT DOES (HarperSanFrancisco, April 2000). A dynamic husband and wife therapist team offer ten practical laws for modern couples to develop real emotional intimacy, self-love and a true, joint life mission. Seana and Maurice are the hot, new, premiere relationship experts on how to have a great relationship at the dawning of the new millennium. Visit their website at: www.newcouple.com TFG handled the 10 city book tour and national publicity. Agapi Stassinopoulos Agapi Stassinopoulos, author of CONVERSATIONS WITH THE GODDESSES: REVEALING THE DIVINE POWER WITHIN YOU (Stewart, Tabori & Chang, November 1999) a visually stunning, insightful, surprisingly relevant book in which Stassinopoulos takes the Greek Goddesses off their marble pedestals and exposes what they, as creations of Western culture, can teach us about ourselves as women today. “The goddesses mirror our greatness,” says Stassinopoulos. “The goddesses are filled with self-esteem, not just self-confidence. They have faults, darkness and light. But they don’t judge themselves. The goddesses give themselves the permission, the freedom, to express exactly who they are.” TFG handled all publicity. Jean M. Loftus, M.D., P.S.C. Jean M. Loftus, M.D., P.S.C. is the author of THE SMART WOMAN’S GUIDE TO PLASTIC SURGERY (Contemporary, January 2000). Dr. Loftus is a fully trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Cincinnati where she performs a wide range of plastic surgery procedures. TFG handled her book tour and national publicity. Kathryn Shafer, Ph.D. Kathryn Shafer, Ph.D. is the author of ASTHMA FREE IN 21 DAYS: THE BREAKTHROUGH MIND-BODY HEALING PROGRAM (HarperSanFrancisco, April 2000). TFG handled her 10 city book tour and national publicity. Mark Victor Hansen and Jack Canfield Co-authors of the #1 New York Times bestsellers, CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL series that now boasts 20 books and 40 million sold. TFG handled all publicity and special events for these authors from 1995 to 1998. Kenny Loggins Kenny Loggins and his wife, Julia, co-wrote THE UNIMAGINABLE LIFE: LESSONS LEARNED ON THE PATH TO LOVE. (Avon) Kenny & Julia explore the world of “conscious relationship”, passion, connection and the challenge of learning how to love on the highest possible plane. TFG handled on-going publicity, including an extensive summer tour for both the book & CD. Dean Ornish, M.D. Author of the New York Times bestseller LOVE & SURVIVAL: THE SCIENTIFIC BASIS FOR THE HEALING POWER OF INTIMACY, (HarperCollins, March 1998) which explains the scientific proof of the healing power of love and intimacy. TFG oversaw the 17 city tour and national publicity. Tom Gegax Tom Gegax is the author of WINNING IN THE GAME OF LIFE: SELF-COACHING SECRETS FOR SUCCESS, (Harmony, September 1999). TFG handled national publicity as well as a fall 1999 book tour. Katherine Martin Katherine Martin is the author of WOMEN OF COURAGE, (New World Library, September 1999). TFG handled her 10 city book tour and national publicity. Sarano Kelley For the past 15 years, Sarano Kelley has shown over 250,000 people how to become more successful and enjoy themselves to a greater extent - in all areas of life. Now he’s ready to share the rules of The Game with the rest of us. TFG arranged a 28 city tour with all national media, including 'Good Morning America' and 'Fox and Friends'. David Bach Author of SMART WOMEN FINISH RICH: 7 STEPS TO ACHIEVING FINANCIAL SECURITY AND FUNDING YOUR DREAMS, (Broadway, December 1998) is a young, dynamic stockbroker that gives step-by-step instruction on how to invest for the future. TFG handled all local and national media for David Bach. Dr. Art Brownstein Author of HEALING BACK PAIN NATURALLY: THE MIND BODY PROGRAM THAT WORKS, (Harbor Press, January ’99). TFG arranged a 19 city book tour along with all national media. Dr. David Simon Author of RETURN TO WHOLENESS: EMBRACING BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT IN THE FACE OF CANCER. Dr. Simon is also the medical director of The Chopra Center for Well Being, where he brings forth holistic mind/body approaches they develop. TFG arranged local and national media for Dr. Simon. THE HEARTMATH SOLUTION THE HEARTMATH SOLUTION (Harper San Francisco, May 1999), the breakthrough scientific research from the acclaimed Institute of HeartMath proves that the heart is not saimply a cardiovascular automaton, it is the control center of our body. TFG arranged the national media as well as several cities in the book tour. Robert Gass Author of CHANTING: DISCOVERING SPIRIT IN SOUND, (Broadway, April 1999). Best-selling musician Robert Gass brings to life the power of this art form to work its magic across spiritual, political and cultural boundaries. TFG handled handled the national and new age media. Dr. Vernon Sylvest, M.D. Author of THE FORMULA: WHO GETS SICK, WHO GETS WELL, WHO IS UNHAPPY, WHO IS HAPPY, AND WHY (SunStar, June 1999) tells of Dr. Sylvest’s own personal triumph over an incurable form of arthritis, and explains how his combination of spirituality and science can heal us all. TFG handled a twelve city book tour and all national media. Al Secunda Author of THE 15 SECOND PRINCIPLE: SHORT, SIMPLE STEPS TO ACHIEVING LONG TERM GOALS (Berkeley, May 1999). TFG did a ten city book tour and national media. Rabbi Irwin Katsof Rabbi Katsof and Larry King co-authored POWERFUL PRAYERS: CONVERSATIONS ON FAITH, HOPE AND THE HUMAN SPIRIT WITH TODAY’S MOST PROVOCATIVE PEOPLE (Renaissance Media, October 1998). Rabbi is Larry King’s spiritual mentor. TFG arranged his publicity for a 10 city tour as well as all the national publicity. Phyllis Curott A high priestess of the Wiccan religion in New York City, wrote THE BOOK OF SHADOWS (Broadway) which describes the path of the Goddess. She is also a prominent civil rights attorney. TFG handled the national publicity and a 10 city book tour. ANCIENT SECRETS OF THE FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH (Doubleday) This book which explains the 5 Tibetan Rites. TFG handled national publicity and the 9 city book tour. Dr. Feyedoon Batmanghelidj, M.D. YOUR BODIES MANY CRIES FOR WATER (Global Health Solutions Inc.) Dr. Batmanghelidj delivers proof that water not only keeps us healthy but also can prevent or cure a variety of diseases and disorders. TFG arranged national media and a twelve city book tour. Laurie Beth Jones The best selling author of JESUS CEO, THE PATH, and JESUS IN BLUE JEANS, Laurie Beth is America’s leading authority on Spirituality in Business. TFG handled all local publicity surrounding her speaking events and seminars as well as her national publicity. Rabbi David Aaron Author of ENDLESS LIGHT: THE ANCIENT PATH OF THE KABBALAH TO LOVE, SPIRITUAL GROWTH AND PERSONAL POWER (Berkeley, November 1998). David makes the ancient teachings very accessible and fun. TFG scheduled publicity for the paperback release of this title. Marilyn Sunderman Author of PAST LIVES, PRESENT JOY (Kensington, December 1998) is a well-known artist who in her book remembers terrifying past lives, and uses these memories to recover from the abusive relationships she encountered in all of them. TFG set up a ten city book tour and also arranged the national media. Gary Fenchuk TIMELESS WISDOM -- (Cakeaters) Gary Fenchuk, author, philanthropist, and award-winning businessman has published a thought-provoking and powerful book of quotations on the “art of living.” TFG oversaw national publicity and the book tour. Peter McLaughlin Author of CATCHFIRE, A 7 STEP PROGRAM TO IGNITE ENERGY, DEFUSE STRESS, POWER BOOST YOUR CAREER. (Ballantine) He teaches how to thrive in today’s high pressure work world, how to have fun in the midst of chaos and how to create a “personal energy zone” that keeps you focused and and effective at work. TFG handled the book tour and national publicity. Nick Bunick Subject of the bestselling book, THE MESSENGERS: A TRUE STORY OF ANGELIC PRESENCE AND THE RETURN TO THE AGE OF MIRACLES (Pocket Books) The story of a prominent businessman who discovers he was Apostle Paul in a past life. TFG handled the 27 city book tour and national publicity. Gautama Chopra Author of CHILD OF THE DAWN (Amber-Allen) a spiritual novel by Deepak’s son, Gautama, which is based on THE SEVEN SPIRITUAL LAWS OF SUCCESS. TFG handled the fall 1996 book tour. Brad Blanton, Ph.D. Author of RADICAL HONESTY (Dell). TFG coordinated a Spring 1997 book tour and all national publicity. Brian Biro Author of BEYOND SUCCESS (Pygmalion Press). TFG handled ongoing regional and national publicity for this inspiring motivational speaker. Dr. John Demartini Author of COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS, THE HEALING POWER OF GRATITUDE AND LOVE (Element), a book that is reshaping psychology as we know it with Dr. Demartini’s understanding of the power of unconditional love. TFG handled his Winter-Spring 1997 book tour. Vivian Glyck Author of 12 LESSONS ON LIFE I LEARNED FROM MY GARDEN (Daybreak). TFG handled the book tour and national publicity for this Spring 1997 release. Stephan Rechtschaffen, M.D. Author of TIMESHIFTING: CREATING MORE TIME TO ENJOY YOUR LIFE (Doubleday), a book which explores how we deal with time. He is the founder of The Omega Institute. TFG handled his book tour. Greta and Janet Podleski Co-authors of LOONEYSPOONS: LOW-FAT FOOD MADE FUN. A unique low-fat cookbook filled with 154 recipes, cartoons and jokes. TFG handled a twenty city book tour and national publicity. Brian Tracy One of the world’s leading motivational speakers. TFG handled the book tour and marketing campaign for his book, MAXIMUM ACHIEVEMENT (Simon and Schuster). Marcia Wieder Author of “LIFE IS BUT A DREAM” (Master Media Ltd.) -- highly inspiring “Dreams-Come-True” expert. TFG handled her spring 1996 book tour. Dr. Lillian Carson Psychotherapist and author of THE ESSENTIAL GRANDPARENT: A GUIDE TO MAKING A DIFFERENCE (Health Communications). TFG handled all publicity for her. Burton Goldberg Publisher of ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE, THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE (Future Medicine Publishing) TFG handled his book tour for two years. Sales of this $60 book now exceed 350,000 units. John Welwood, Ph. D. LOVE AND AWAKENING (HarperCollins). Bestselling author of JOURNEY OF THE HEART. TFG handled the winter 1996 book tour. Dr. Michael Fox THE DOCTORS BOOK OF HOME REMEDIES FOR DOGS AND CATS (Rodale Press). Veterinarian and vice president of The Humane Society of the United States. TFG were retained to handle his Spring 1996 book tour. Dr. Edward Taub The author of SEVEN STEPS TO SELF HEALING (DK) and THE WELLNESS RX (Prentice Hall) is a mind/body doctor who utilizes unconditional love as a prescription for wellness. TFG handled the Fall 1996 book tour. Mrs. Gooch’s Whole Foods Market Southern California’s premier health food supermarket. A pioneer in the natural foods industry and the largest retailer of organic produce in California. TFG oversaw all public relations and grand openings for one year. Chantal Pharmaceutical Corp. Multi-national and publicly-traded R&D firm and creators of the new miracle wrinkle cream, Ethocyn. TFG handled the domestic launch of 'Ethocyn.'
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