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"Heart warming stories! I laughed, I cried, truly amazing. I recommend Michael's books to anyone who is need of more positivity and purpose in life."
-Amazon.com Review
Michael V. Ivanov's Books
"Michael Ivanov is a masterful storyteller with a rare ability to create vivid, emotionally resonant experiences. His writing is rich with sensory detail, powerful pacing, and unforgettable characters—keeping readers fully immersed from the first page to the last."
— Writer’s Digest
The Mount of Olives
What if the treasure you sought wasn’t gold—but something far greater?
The Mount of Olives takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the eyes of Felix, a young Roman boy chasing wealth and purpose in a world that seems stacked against him. When he leaps aboard a merchant ship to escape his old life, he sets sail toward something far more extraordinary than he ever dreamed.
Bestselling author Michael Ivanov delivers a soul-stirring parable about courage, destiny, and the true meaning of success. Felix's quest will inspire you to listen to the voice within, seize hidden opportunities, and uncover the life-changing wisdom waiting along your path.
For anyone who’s ever longed for more—this story might just change everything.
The Mount of Olives gives you 11 priceless lessons:
1. "Words spoken, set life in motion."
2. "Live with the end in mind."
3. "In all things, be filled with gratitude."
4. "Each day, give of yourself more than you ever have before."
5. "Blame no one but yourself."
6. "Develop a burning desire."
7. "You must take action."
8. "Always persist."
9. "You are a creature of habit."
10. "Love will set you free."
11. "You must choose to believe!"
The Traveler's Secret
The Traveler’s Secret offers an ancient story of one man’s choices - and the principles that make the difference between failure and success. In this fable about following dreams, Michael V. Ivanov's latest masterpiece reveals the journey of Agisillus, a vagabond in ancient Gaul, and his extraordinary encounter with a mysterious traveler.
This book reveals secrets to living an extraordinary and purposeful life, amassing personal wealth, and leaving a legacy that continues to sow seeds of life into the world. It shares the ancient proverbs of the wise and the foolish and teaches the universal laws of prosperity.
The principles are revealed as proverbs written in the following four scrolls :
Scroll 1: The Cultivation.
Scroll 2: The Burial.
Scroll 3: The Resurrection.
Scroll 4: The Harvest.
The Servant With One Talent
To bring your dreams and desires to fulfillment, you must invest in your talents. This book shows you how to become successful and live with purpose by sharing the secrets hidden in an ancient parable that holds the universal laws of prosperity.
The Servant with One Talent is an instant classic that holds the key to all you desire and everything you wish to accomplish. Through the story of the unprofitable and lazy servant in ancient Babylon, Michael V. Ivanov provides a unique perspective on the classic parable of the talents. This book provides concrete advice for creating a successful and purposeful life while fulfilling your destiny and becoming the person you were created to be. While many people are burying their dreams, talents, skills, and abilities in the desert, like the unprofitable servant did at the beginning of this story, the successful are investing in their skills, talents, and abilities.
1. "To each, according to his abilities it is given."
2. "A talent buried is a talent lost."
3. "Do not concern yourself with your neighbor's wages."
4. "The time is now."
5. "Those who have, more will be given, those who have not, what little they have will be taken from them."
The Cabin at the End of the Train
Author Michael V. Ivanov beautifully blends true events from his personal life with fiction and allegory in an entertaining and inspiring instruction manual for better living.
From a chance meeting with a remarkable old man by the name of “Carl,” a mysterious WWII veteran who shows up on the train at just the right time, The Cabin at the End of the Train provides 12 priceless lessons about purpose, life, and the importance of perspectives.
The Cabin at the End of the Train will provide you with:
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A better understanding of life’s challenges and proper perspective for tackling them
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Practical yet powerful methods of motivation, encouragement, and resolve for those struggling
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A fresh and insightful perspective on how people can change their view of the world, find strength, and move beyond their problems
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“Sometimes the things we run from are the very things we should be moving towards”
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“Your eyes are the window through which the soul sees the world”
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“You will feel afraid and unqualified”
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“You will be pulled in all directions”
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“Sometimes all we need is a little perspective”
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“Don’t wait to be discovered”
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“You’ve got to believe it in!”
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“Faith without action is dead; action activates miracles”
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“When your feet are planted on solid ground, the sky is the limit.”
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“When your heart breaks for those less fortunate than you, you can be entrusted with diamonds”
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“Life is happening with or without you”
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“Allow yourself to be moved emotionally”
The Cabin at the End of the Train
The Ones We Wait For
The Cabin at the End of the Train
Bestselling author Michael V. Ivanov delivers a profound and unforgettable tale of loss, love, faith, and redemption. In this captivating novel, the lives of two strangers collide in a heavenly realm, where an unexpected reunion reshapes their journeys and reveals the power of grace and connection.
As a guide, Luke has helped countless new arrivals journey from the old train station in the valley to the city beyond, in a strange and wondrous land. Once a new arrival himself, he aids visitors in healing old wounds and confronting life’s greatest mysteries while awaiting a long-lost friend. When an elderly woman named Anna arrives, familiar yet unknown, Luke embarks on what will be his final journey as a guide, unaware of the profound connection about to unfold. The Ones We Wait For is a novel about loss, love, faith, and heaven.
This Is Why I'm Here
In a world filled with distractions and uncertainty, "This is why I'm Here" is Michael's guiding light to help you uncover your true purpose and embark on the transformative journey towards realizing your dreams. This inspiring, story-packed, and practical guide is your companion on the path to personal fulfillment and success.
Are you feeling lost, trapped in a routine that doesn't resonate with your deepest desires? Have you been yearning for a more meaningful and purposeful life? If so, Michael understands you because Michael has been there.
Michael's 5th book "This is why I'm Here" is not just a book; it's a personal conversation with Michael. Whether you're a recent graduate uncertain about your career path, a mid-career professional seeking greater purpose, or someone simply yearning for more fulfillment and in need of some positivity, this book is a light-hearted but powerful manual that will empower you to unlock your full potential and pursue the life you were meant to live.
Embark on a journey of self-discovery, purpose, and passion today so you, too, can finally say, "This is why I'm Here."
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“Believe in Yourself”
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“Believe in Others”
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“Dream Big”
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“Never Ever Give up”
"I have to say I’m am absolutely astounded with your book. I got back home from the event and started reading once the kid and the lady went to bed, I couldn’t put the book the down, I ended up reading the whole book in one sitting. The message was weaved into the story so perfectly, each chapter just didn’t seem like it was enough for the soul. I laughed, I cried, truly a moving story." – Rated: ♥♥♥♥♥
The Cabin at the End of the Train
Michael's Story
Michael is a best-selling author and sought-after motivational speaker whose powerful message of resilience has touched the hearts of millions. Born in the shadow of the Soviet Union’s final days, he immigrated to the United States as a child, carrying with him the legacy of survival and strength—his grandfather endured the horrors of both the Siege of Leningrad and the Dachau concentration camp.
With a deep-rooted passion for storytelling and a gift for connecting across cultures and generations, Michael inspires readers and audiences alike to face their fears, embrace their purpose, and live boldly. His message encourages people to unbury their God-given talents, dream without limits, see beauty in life’s smallest moments, and hold tightly to faith—even in the face of uncertainty. Through every word and stage appearance, Michael reminds us all: don’t give up. Your story isn’t over yet.
