Rock and Roll Saved My Soul

Every year seven million companion animals enter animal shelters and are later euthanized. Here at Rock and Roll Saved My Soul, we want to help decrease that number. We believe every pet deserves a second chance. This anthology is a collection of stories about rescue animals, strays, and the animals that have saved us. All proceeds benefit Pet Partners. Together we can save lives and help animals everywhere get a second chance. Amazon Goodreads

Thy life's a miracle. --King Lear, William Shakespeare Have you ever experienced something that seemed impossible, but inexplicably became a reality? In each of the stories and poems in this anthology you will dive into a world where the impossible becomes possible by the work of a divine agency, hopefully bringing a tear to your eye and joy in your heart. Miracles are all around us if we open our eyes and truly believe. Featuring: Andrea Stenlund Munia Khan Kate Marie Robbins Brittany Whitmire Heather Kirchhoff Sandy Ashley Esther Rohm Carol Cassada Michaelle Madrid Jasmine McGhee Aisling Spofford Amazon Goodreads

An artist's life is never easy. From the very beginning, they're face with struggles of criticism and self-doubt, making the lifestyle difficult. But from the ashes, they will rise. Despite all the negative they face, they use it to their advantage, using it to fuel their artistic side. We use music to escape. So do those who write or play music, creating the sounds we love the most. A Musician's Tale - Telling their stories. All proceeds from the anthology will be donated to: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Amazon Goodreads

Life in a small town is always the same. Everyone knows everyone else's business. This is the world that Ivy Martin grew up in. Her life was far from perfect. Bullied mercilessly in high school. All she wanted was to leave the town and all the cruel kids behind and start a new life. But when she goes to the annual graduation party things take a turn for the worse. One of her only male friends, Landon takes advantage of her, leaving her feeling dirty and used. College wasn't any different. The kids are just as cruel. Then she meets a man and hopes that her luck had finally changed, but Daven isn't who Ivy thought he was. And before she knows what is happening she's trapped in an abusive relationship with almost no way to escape. Isolated from her friends and family, she has nowhere to turn. This is one woman's story of the devastating heart break that domestic abuse can bring. Amazon Goodreads

26% of LGBT youth say their biggest problems are not feeling accepted by their family, trouble at school/bullying, and a fear to be out/open. Everyone should be accepted for who they are, but sadly that isn't the case, especially within the LGBT community. It is hard to be who you are in this world. The crew at Rock & Roll Saved My Soul are taking a stand. We want to end the hate and the bullying. I Am Loved is a collection of stories and poetry that talk about love and acceptance within the LGBT community. ALL proceeds will be donated to The Trevor Project Author List: Richard D. McGehee Brittany Whitmire Chris Hunter Heather Kirchhoff Renee Fournier Ashley H. Aimee Carnegie R.H. Ali M.W. Leigh Carol Frances Kate Marie Robbins Sandy Ashley Carol Cassada Vanessa Robbins Amazon Goodreads

What does kindness mean to you? Would you go out of your way to help another? Or has someone gone out of their way for you? We can change the world with these simple acts of kindness, by simply helping another person in their time of need. In this book you will find stories to enlighten, inspire, or move you, as you read about the spontaneous and planned acts of kindness bestowed upon others. All proceeds from this book will be donated to Rock the Cause. Rock the Cause is a Minnesota based charity that uses the power of music, community, and social media to create a new generation of stewardship for other non-profit causes. Featuring: Jen Lea Robbins Clarissa Simmens M.J. Rain Sandy Ashley Renee Jean Abhishek Vipul Thakkar Tristen Klingensmith Kate Marie Robbins R. H. Ali Colleen Robbins Jasmine McGhee C. N. Christensen Twinkle (Sugandha) Varshney Anthony R. Jaggasar Gwen Selix Andrea L. Staum Yvonne K. Anderson Amazon Goodreads...

"Changing the World, One Story at a Time" Has music had a positive impact on you? Changed your life? Or even saved you? For us, it has. In this book, you will find a collection of stories, letters, and poetry about how music has personally changed our lives. Each story is unique, each story is true. Filled with emotion, passion, and love for the bands and songs that have touched our lives. All proceeds from this book will be donated to Rock the Cause. Rock the Cause is a Minnesota based charity that use the power of music, community, and social media to create a new generation of stewardship for other non-profit causes. This book includes pieces from:  Kate Marie Robbins Declan Kaba Andrea L. Staum Lauren Hartley Julie Young Melissa Jean Anderson Taren Paige Stacy Ashley Clarissa Simmens Jen Lea Robbins Terra Gray J.E. Haldeman Sandy Ashley Chall-Chan Inuzuka Arminta Dellow Abhishek Vipul Thakkar Heather Kirchhoff Je...

Here at RRSMS we always have open submissions. These have been open for a while and we'd like to close them soon. So help us out and spread the word!  Please reach out via social media or e-mail if you have any questions about anything! 

This playlist is a bit different since the anthology isn't music related. But what we've done is put together a list of songs that fit the theme of the anthology. This one the theme is simply kindness. So if you don't see a song, but think it fits the theme, please let us know and we'll add it.  The Lion Sleeps to Tonight by N'SYNC Delilah by Queen  Dogs by Motorhead Black Dog by Led Zeppelin Hound Dog by Elvis Presley Man of the Hour by Norah Jones Death of a Martian by Red Hot Chili Peppers Ben by Michael Jackson Old King by Neil Young Martha My Dear by The Beatles You've Got a Friend in Me by Randy Newman The Animal Song by Savage Garden Blackbird by The Beatles Cat People by David Bowie Eye of the Tiger by Survivor Peace Frog by The Doors Bark at the Moon by Ozzy Osbourne Monkey by Counting Crows Rock Lobster by The B-52's Rockin' Robin by Michael Jackson We have this list of songs as a Spotify play...

This playlist is a bit different since the anthology isn't music related. But what we've done is put together a list of songs that fit the theme of the anthology. This one the theme is simply kindness. So if you don't see a song, but think it fits the theme, please let us know and we'll add it.  Song For Josh by Frank Turner Get Better by Frank Turner Give Me Love by Ed Sheeran Save Myself by Ed Sheeran In My Blood by Shawn Mendes Fake Happy by Paramore Hard Times by Paramore 26 by Paramore Head Above Water by Avril Lavigne Heavy by Linkin Park  Fix You by Coldplay Human by Christina Perri  Let Your Tears Fall by Kelly Clarkson How to Save a Life by The Fray Demons by Imagine Dragons Breathe Me by Sia Fight Song by Rachel Platten Anxiety by Julia Michaels  Mad Hatter by Melanie Martinez Unwell by Matchbox 20 The Middle by Jimmy Eat World Shake It Out by Florence and the Machine Drown by Bring Me the Horizon Hit ...

This playlist is a bit different since the anthology isn't music related. But what we've done is put together a list of songs that fit the theme of the anthology. This one the theme is simply kindness. So if you don't see a song, but think it fits the theme, please let us know and we'll add it.  What a Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong Whatn you Believe by Whitney Houston Miracles by Jefferson Starship Ordinary Miracle by Sarah McLachlan Miracles by Coldplay Angels Among Us by Alabama Angel by Sarah McLachlan Calling All Angels by Train She Talks to Angels by The Black Crowes Your Guardian Angel by The Red Jumpusuit Aparatus Anthem of the Angels by Breaking Benjamin Everyday Angel by Radney Foster Halo by Beyonce Stand By You by Rachel Platten We have this list of songs as a Spotify playlist for easy access:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/42V30yRj7eCK2E0ChIW0jt

This playlist is a bit different since the anthology isn't music related. But what we've done is put together a list of songs that fit the theme of the anthology. This one the theme is simply kindness. So if you don't see a song, but think it fits the theme, please let us know and we'll add it.  Face Down by The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus Never Again by Nickelback Goodbye Earl by Dixie Chicks Indpendence Day by Martina McBride Levi Stubbs' Tears by Billy Bragg Behind the Wall by Tracy Chapman '97 Bonnie and Clyde by Eminem Run For Your Life by The Beatles Kiss With a Fist by Florence and the Machine Delilah by The Dresden Dolls Don't Leave Me Now by Pink Floyd She's a Jar by Wilco Halls of Illusions by Insane Clown Posse Pulling Teeth by Green Day Shoot by Sonic Youth Justified Black Eye by No Use For A Name Hush by Hellyeah Fighter by Christina Aguliera We have this list of songs as a Spotify playlist for easy...

This playlist is a bit different since the anthology isn't music related. But what we've done is put together a list of songs that fit the theme of the anthology. This one the theme is simply kindness. So if you don't see a song, but think it fits the theme, please let us know and we'll add it.  Boys Keep Swinging by David Bowie Fuck You by Lily Allen Brave by Sara Bareilles People Like Us by Kelly Clarckson Somebody to Love by Queen I Want to Break Free by Queen Come to my Window by Melissa Etheridge The Origin of Love from Hedwig and the Angry Inch LGBT by cupcakKe I Am Her by Shea Diamond Freeom! '90 by George Michael Raise Your Glass by P!ink Closer to Fine by Indigo Girls True Trans Soul Rebel by Against Me! Born This Way by Lady Gaga Love is Love by Trey Pearson She Keeps Me Warm by Mary Lambert You're Gonna Be by Reba McEntire Same Love by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis We have this list of songs as a Spotif...

This soundtrack list is going to be set up a little differently because of how this anthology was put together. It's a collection of interviews with musicians. So it's put together by band in the book. Under each of those is a list of bands that have influenced them. Being that said, there may be some duplicate bands, but I wanted to show each of their influences. Enjoy!  The Divine Icons: JORDAN RUDESS Dream Theater Pink Floyd Indian Ocean Hinder John Petrucci Paul Gilbert Joe Satriani Avenged Sevenfold Eazy E Tupac Bohemia Slash Steve Vai John Petrucci Sherya Ghoshal Neha kakkar S.D Burman R.D Burman Laxmikant Pyarelal Md. Rafi  Dr.APJ Abdul Kalam DruidSong: Tommy Makem The Clancy Brothers Andy M. Stewart Pete Seeger Simon & Garfunkel Peter, Paul & Mary Tom Paxton Melissa Anderson: Amy Lee from Evanescence Katy Perry Adele Whitney Houston Miranda Lambert Carrie Underwood Heart ...

Want to listen to the music mentioned in this fabulous anthology? We've put together a list AND a Spotify playlist for your listening pleasure! There are some specific songs and a whole lot of bands for you to check out or listen to again.  Frank Turner - "I Still Believe" Makelmore and Ryan Lewis - "Same Love" Josh Turner Aerosmith The Beatles Elvis Presley The Rolling Stones John Lennon Cyndi Lauper Madonna Pat Benatar Heart/Ann and Nancy Wilson - "Barracuda" "If Looks Could Kill" "Dog and Butterfly" Skillet Avenged Sevenfold Godsmack Disturbed Shinedown John Denver/Mitchell Trio Katy Perry - "Roar" Black Veil Brides - "Lost it All" Farewell My Love Suicide Silence Mercy Me - "I can Only Imagine" Silverstein Just Surrender N*Sync Iron Butterfly The Script - "We Cry" Pink - "Perfect" The Doors Moody Blues Pink F...

There's always a lot going on here at RRSMS. So what plans do we have for 2020?  -A new logo (hopefully) -A new feature on the blog and our social media, dedicated to charities started by musicians and started in honor of a musician that has passed away.  -Continuing to work on publishing anthologies. We still have a few open submissions right now. But once they are fulfilled we will launch some brand new ideas!  Below you will find information about the anthologies still accepting submissions. 

Here at RRSMS we are all about helping others. What better gift to give than a book that benefits a charity! Below you will find a list of all our books, a bit about them and where the money goes!  "Changing the World, One Story at a Time" Has music had a positive impact on you? Changed your life? Or even saved you? For us, it has. In this book, you will find a collection of stories, letters, and poetry about how music has personally changed our lives. Each story is unique, each story is true. Filled with emotion, passion, and love for the bands and songs that have touched our lives. All proceeds from this book will be donated to Rock the Cause. Rock the Cause is a Minnesota based charity that use the power of music, community, and social media to create a new generation of stewardship for other non-profit causes. Amazon Rock the Cause What does kindness mean to you? Would you go out of your way to help another? Or has someone gone out of...