'Partnering with Nature' Wins Gold Medal as a 'World-Changing Book'

NEW YORK, May 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- "Partnering with Nature" wins a Gold Medal from the 2011 Nautilus Book Award, which recognizes "world-changing books" that inspire the reader to new possibilities for a better world. "Partnering with Nature" is a simple book with a powerful message that illuminates the fact that our connection to nature, animals, and the earth is a vital part of our existence (Available at Amazon: http://tinyurl.com/yh4pkam, on Kindle & iBooks). Previous winners include His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Deepak Chopra, Thich Nhat Hanh, Barbara Kingsolver, Carolyn Myss, and Eckhart Tolle.

According to Richard Whitehurst, author of "Mahamantra Yoga: Chanting to Anchor the Mind and Access the Divine," "'Partnering with Nature' is an astounding work that ... will not only change the character of one's thinking but will ... change the character of one's Being while living on this beautiful planet."

The book's author, Catriona MacGregor, has been a voice for animals and wild places all of her life. As an environmental leader, she has launched programs that protect species and habitats around the world. Catriona now devotes herself to educating the public about the importance of the natural world, and assisting individuals in forging a unique relationship to nature.

Since childhood, Catriona has had mystical experiences in nature that have provided her with a profound understanding of the natural world. A visionary bridge builder between nature and humankind - and an adept nature guide and naturalist, she leads vision quests, and nature tours (http://www.naturalpathfinder.com).

In 2005, Catriona founded Awen Grove, a non-profit organization, to bring the inspiration, wisdom and beauty of nature to benefit people's lives and the Earth, resulting in greater health and fulfillment for all living things.

Awen Grove runs a Youth Quest program, which provides youth with inspiring outdoor adventures and a holistic introduction to and immersion in nature (http://www.awengrove.org). Catriona's work has been covered in Time Magazine, Sports Illustrated, NPR Radio, The Shirley MacLaine Radio Show, NPR, and the Today Show. She is the co-author of Healing the Heart of the World: Harnessing the Power of Intention to Change Your Life and the Planet, along with Carolyn Myss, Jean Shinoda Bolen, Masaru Emoto, Fritjof Capra, Thich Nhat Hanh, et al.

According to MacGregor, "Winning a 2011 Nautilus Book Award affirms the importance of the message that 'Partnering' brings to the world. By adopting an ethical construct that holds that all living things are sacred, we can solve problems, like species loss and global warming, as well as gain greater awareness about who and what we are in relation to the Earth and other living creatures."

According to Shirley MacLaine, "I highly recommend 'Partnering with Nature.' The insight (Catriona) shares is something that we can all benefit from."

According to Denise Linn, "'Partnering with Nature' is a profound invitation to step into the sacred realm of the soul. I love this book."

MacGregor is available for interviews: Office: 415-785-3887

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SOURCE Awen Grove