If you love to read books, and you are looking for some inspiration during this continued pandemic, Erie native and Villa Maria graduate Mary Jo Lorei released her first book Tuesday titled "Practical Inspirations".

She said it is an idea that has been brewing for years while wanting to put her thoughts on paper.

Lorei has traveled the world, hosting workshops on leadership and relationships. She said this book is for anyone who wants more than a momentary uplift.

"My work is to take that inspirational feeling and translate it and create actual results with it," said Lorei. 

You can find "Practical Inspirations" on Amazon.