From the Bottom of Our Heart

You know how sometimes life throws you a little surprise that completely catches you off guard — in the best way possible?

That’s exactly how I’ve felt over the past few days.

Ever since the release of Unfold the Stories of Unsung Heroes – Part 3, the outpouring of love and support has been beyond anything we imagined. From kind messages and heartfelt reviews to thoughtful shoutouts on blogs and social media — it’s been incredibly moving.

And guess what? We even hit #1 on Amazon Hot New Releases on April 10th and 11th. I had to do a double take. 😄 Seeing these untold, inspiring stories connecting with so many readers honestly feels like magic.

And you all made it happen.

Your messages, comments, emails, and especially those beautiful reviews have touched us deeply. Here are just a few of the amazing things readers have said (I’ll be sharing more in another post):

Dennis’s Review:

It’s a pleasure to read books showing there is more light than darkness in our world
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2025

“I have the first two Unsung Heroes books. The stories are written beautifully about beautiful people devoting their lives to helping others. It’s a pleasure to read books showing there is more light than darkness in our world. We can bet the third book is even better. I will receive the third book shortly on my birthday.“

❤️So happy to hear you’ve got the first two books, and now the third is arriving on your birthday? That’s amazing timing. Thank you for your kind words, it means a lot that these stories are bringing some light your way.

Cheryl’s Review:

Cheryl wrote such a thoughtful review on both Amazon and her blog, capturing the book’s essence so perfectly. She highlighted the stories in a way that left me smiling for days.

Who is a Hero?
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2025

“The unsung heroes in this beautifully written book will inspire and amaze you! Whether they came from privileged backgrounds or had challenging childhoods, they all dreamed of helping others rather than aspiring to wealth or fame.

All of these heroes persevered and refused to give up in the face of opposition or seemingly impossible obstacles. What started as a simple act of kindness often developed into major initiatives that made the world a better place.

Their contributions to humanity vary widely: uplifting the outcasts of society, protecting endangered animals, providing educational opportunities, developing technologies that benefit mankind, saving the lives of others, providing access to healthcare, helping to rebuild a war-ravaged country, promoting equality and civil rights for all… Many sacrificed their resources, their time, and even their lives, for causes they believed in.

Who is a hero? This beautiful book will broaden your concept of heroism and restore your faith in human nature.“

❤️Your review honestly gave us goosebumps. Thank you for taking the time to write such a thoughtful post and for including us on your blog too. You always capture the heart of it so well, and it means the world.

Check out Cheryl’s blog: Unfold the Stories of Unsung Heroes III: A Review

Cindy’s Review:

Cindy not only gave us a glowing shoutout on her blog, but she also shared the sweetest little Instagram video with her granddaughter, giving a heartfelt nod to our book. It truly made our day.

“I’m so excited to let you know that UNFOLD THE STORIES OF THE UNSUNG HEROES is out NOW. Congratulations to Ritish Sharma from Aspiring Blog, along with his partner, Deepak Joshi, have their 3rd book out and is available on Amazon NOW. Go to their blog to see their video and purchase or go directly to Amazon here to purchase their book. This book is more than just stories. It’s about people who dared to stand up, step forward, and do something remarkable, often with no expectation of recognition.”

❤️Thank you for shouting us out in the most fun and loving way, Cindy. Your support is full of warmth, just like you.

Check out this sweet blog by Cindy: Blogging Break and Shout out of New Book Releases

Joanna’s Review:

Review by Joanna (gabychops)
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 9, 2025

“The latest book of the Unsung Heroes by Ritish Sharma and Deepak Joshi is the third in their series of books about extraordinary people who devoted their lives to change the world around them for the better. It often involved sacrifices and overcoming difficulties that would stop many less resilient but they would persevere to achieve their goal. The book’s stories are so inspiring and moving that it should be on everybody’s shelf of books, and without doubt, read by children in all schools. “The Unsung Heroes” books would inspire young people to aim to achieve something extraordinary in their lives.“

❤️Your review was such a beautiful surprise, Joanna. The way you described the impact these stories can have, especially on young readers – that really touched us. Thank you so much for your encouragement.

Lauren’s Review

A beautiful collection of inspiring stories about amazing unknown heroes!
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2025

“On the back cover it is written that “Not all heroes are known. Not all battles are seen” and after turning the last page, nothing could be truer. This encouraging book is compiled of ten incredible stories. My emotions stirred, and I was in awe of the heroes with fearless mindsets to help others. These human beings tested their abilities to achieve what might be assumed as impossible.

Each narrative was moving, but a few that stood out were “Chiune Sugihara, The Japanese Schindler” which tells of how one man provided an escape route for thousands of Jewish families during the Nazi regime. “Chen Si, The Guardian of the Bridge” speaks about a man who prevented many hopeless souls from jumping who saw suicide as their only option. “Babar Ali, The Boy Who Built a School” touches on a boy who believed that education should be a right and not a privilege. Lastly, “Dian Fossey, The Woman Who Spoke to Gorillas” tells of how a woman built a life-changing bond between her and gorillas that she found to be gentle and genuinely social. Joy and sorrow both play a role in every experience – accounts of people who fought against all odds, persevering when moving forward seemed challenging.

Sacrifices were required in order to initiate their ideas. These heroes weren’t wealth or fame chasers, and some circumstances were those that we can only imagine. Their accomplishments, tenacity, and passion to their causes demonstrate the goodness in humanity. I highly recommend this inspiring book.“

❤️Your review is just… wow! So heartfelt and detailed — we loved reading every bit of it. And I truly enjoyed Cora’s Quest too. So proud to share this author journey with you, Lauren.

Check Our Lauren’s book here (highly recommended): Cora’s Quest

Cora’s Quest is such a lovely little adventure. Lauren Scott has written a story that’s both heartwarming and inspiring. Cora the fawn is so curious and brave that you can’t help but cheer her on as she faces her fears and tries to find her way back to her parents.

Rajesh’s Review:

Great read
Reviewed in India on 10 April 2025

“Unfold the Stories of Unsung Heroes Part III” compellingly illuminates forgotten lives, revealing impactful contributions that history often overlooks. A poignant and inspiring read.“

❤️Thank you so much for your lovely note, Rajesh. You captured what the book is all about in such a simple and meaningful way. Grateful for your support, always.

Marsha’s Review:

Unsung Heroes Who Will Amaze You
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2025

“I finished the book last night. There were so many great stories about heroes that most people never hear about. I had heard of Chiune Sugihara, though I didn’t know his name or many of the details. I was very intrigued by the lady who had fallen out of the plane at 30,000 feet and had survived. How amazing is that, and that she knew the jungle well enough to get out. Even more, she made such a great contribution to society afterward.

I loved the guy who rescued so many who tried to commit suicide. The humble king moved me. The boy soldier was amazing. With absolutely no one to raise him, he did wonderful things. Just amazing. I think those were my favorite three. But all of them are perfect examples of heroes and heroines. I also like how international they are. Even an experienced historian might not know about all of those heroes. This is a fabulous and quick, easy read that has been well-researched.“

❤️Thank you so much for the beautiful review, Marsha. I loved reading which stories touched you the most – the humble king, the brave boy soldier, and of course, the incredible woman who survived that fall. It really means a lot coming from someone with your background in history. So grateful for your words.

What’s been most amazing is hearing how deeply these stories are resonating with readers. From strangers reaching out saying they felt inspired to friends sharing how a particular story stayed with them long after they closed the book, it’s moments like these that remind me why we do this.

These are the stories of people who didn’t chase the spotlight, but instead chose kindness, courage, and purpose. Their journeys moved us while writing them — and I’m so glad they’re moving you too.

Keep the Reviews Coming

If you’ve already left a review — THANK YOU ❤️ Your words mean so much, and they help others discover these inspiring stories too. If you haven’t yet, no pressure at all, but I’d love to hear your thoughts whenever you get a moment.

More than anything, I just wanted to say I see your support, I feel it, and I appreciate it more than words can say.

Here’s to all the unsung heroes out there — and to all of you, for helping us tell their stories.

Check out our book now: Unfold the Stories of Unsung Heroes Part 3