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Expect the Unexpected: Bringing Peace, Healing, and Hope from the Other Side
Part memoir, part spiritual exploration, part inspiring stories, Expect the Unexpected provides knowledge and support for tapping into spiritual realms we do not fully understand.
Bill Philipps had the kind of childhood that seems too tragic to be true — drug-addicted parents, parental kidnapping, homelessness. At fourteen, he watched his mother die. Two days later she appeared to him, letting him know she was spiritually alive. From then on, spirits “knocked on his door.” He tried to ignore them. He wanted to be “normal.” But as he pursued his singing gift at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, his psychic gift pressed for a hearing. As Philipps gave readings as a psychic medium, witnessing the comfort the spirits offered, he came to accept and honor his abilities.
With testimonies from many people, Expect the Unexpected is an honest firsthand account of how spirits communicate with Philipps, why he believes they chose him to do this, and how he works with them to ultimately convey their messages. He offers insight and suggestions to help ask for and receive signs with or without a medium and shows why he is convinced that readings always contain the possibility for love, peace, healing, and hope.
Bill Philipps had the kind of childhood that seems too tragic to be true — drug-addicted parents, parental kidnapping, homelessness. At fourteen, he watched his mother die. Two days later she appeared to him, letting him know she was spiritually alive. From then on, spirits “knocked on his door.” He tried to ignore them. He wanted to be “normal.” But as he pursued his singing gift at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, his psychic gift pressed for a hearing. As Philipps gave readings as a psychic medium, witnessing the comfort the spirits offered, he came to accept and honor his abilities.
With testimonies from many people, Expect the Unexpected is an honest firsthand account of how spirits communicate with Philipps, why he believes they chose him to do this, and how he works with them to ultimately convey their messages. He offers insight and suggestions to help ask for and receive signs with or without a medium and shows why he is convinced that readings always contain the possibility for love, peace, healing, and hope.
232 pages, Paperback
First published September 10, 2015
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June 11, 2020
Excellent book. I didn't want to put it down.
I love reading Bill's inspirational posts on Facebook. I believe in a super natural God and heaven. Bill validates my beliefs. I look forward to scheduling a reading to hear who comes through for us.
I love reading Bill's inspirational posts on Facebook. I believe in a super natural God and heaven. Bill validates my beliefs. I look forward to scheduling a reading to hear who comes through for us.
November 2, 2017
A quick and enjoyable read. I'd recommend it to people who already believe and are interested in mediumship. Bill Philipp's tale did show some of the inner-workings of psychic mediumship, but--personally speaking--I want to find more of a how-to book for myself.
May 23, 2017
Endorsements:
“Expect the Unexpected offers an honestly refreshing glimpse into the world of mediumship and Spirit. Bill Philipps’s old soul shines through as he enlightens and empowers us all to tap into our own intuitive gifts and spiritual awareness.”
— Rebecca Rosen, bestselling author of Spirited: Connect to the Guides All Around You and Awaken the Spirit Within: 10 Steps to Ignite Your Life and Fulfill Your Divine Purpose
“‘Always be prepared for surprises’ is a lesson I have learned over two decades of conducting scientific research on mediumship and life after death. Expect the Unexpected expresses this truth in a clear and convincing manner. This beautifully written book is educational and enlightening — well worth reading for believers and skeptics alike.”
— Gary E. Schwartz, PhD, professor, University of Arizona, and author of The Afterlife Experiments: Breakthrough Scientific Evidence of Life After Death and The Sacred Promise: How Science Is Discovering Spirit's Collaboration with Us in Our Daily Lives
“Bill Philipps’s book is like a spiritual spa day. It is as peaceful and powerful as the man himself. You will learn so much about the spirits and yourself.”
— Dorothy Lucey, entertainment reporter and former cohost of Good Day LA
“To read Bill Philipps’s writing is to be held by his spirit. He is a force of goodwill on this earth, and he heals hearts. His stories teach us that mediums are real and that passing on is not scary but simply a change in location, to a location that is only accessible with an open heart. I am grateful for Bill Philipps. I am grateful for his book.”
— Christine Woods, actress, Hello Ladies and The Walking Dead
“Bill Philipps is not only a gifted psychic medium but one of the most sincere and genuine young men I have ever met. He brings healing and hope where there is loss and pain. He truly cares for people and comforts them with his compassion and the warmth of his heart.”
— Tanya Brown, author of Finding Peace Amid the Chaos: My Escape From Depression and Suicide
“This book not only gives evidence of life after death but also gives a very accurate view of the struggles a pure psychic medium goes through. Bill Philipps is real, down-to-earth, humble, and obviously very gifted, and I’m so grateful he wrote this book. Another hundred pages would still be too short.”
— Echo BodineEcho Bodine, author of Echoes of the Soul: Moving Beyond the Light and The Gift: Understand and Develop Your Psychic Abilities
“This book captures the wonder of communication with the afterlife, a wonder felt not just by the deceased’s families and friends, but also by the mediums themselves. Bill Philipps’s insiders’ accounts, written with energy and conviction, demonstrate again and again the maxim of professional mediumship: the dead are always right.”
— Julia Assante, PhD, author of The Last Frontier: Exploring the Afterlife and Transforming Our Fear of Death
“Philipps writes with humility, respect, and compassion. It’s clear that his intent is to help, not to impress. He speaks, not from a pedestal, but toe-to-toe with the people who seek his help....They will find this book to be a lighthouse on the path to healing and serenity.”
— Anna Jedrziewski, Retailing Insight
“Expect the Unexpected offers an honestly refreshing glimpse into the world of mediumship and Spirit. Bill Philipps’s old soul shines through as he enlightens and empowers us all to tap into our own intuitive gifts and spiritual awareness.”
— Rebecca Rosen, bestselling author of Spirited: Connect to the Guides All Around You and Awaken the Spirit Within: 10 Steps to Ignite Your Life and Fulfill Your Divine Purpose
“‘Always be prepared for surprises’ is a lesson I have learned over two decades of conducting scientific research on mediumship and life after death. Expect the Unexpected expresses this truth in a clear and convincing manner. This beautifully written book is educational and enlightening — well worth reading for believers and skeptics alike.”
— Gary E. Schwartz, PhD, professor, University of Arizona, and author of The Afterlife Experiments: Breakthrough Scientific Evidence of Life After Death and The Sacred Promise: How Science Is Discovering Spirit's Collaboration with Us in Our Daily Lives
“Bill Philipps’s book is like a spiritual spa day. It is as peaceful and powerful as the man himself. You will learn so much about the spirits and yourself.”
— Dorothy Lucey, entertainment reporter and former cohost of Good Day LA
“To read Bill Philipps’s writing is to be held by his spirit. He is a force of goodwill on this earth, and he heals hearts. His stories teach us that mediums are real and that passing on is not scary but simply a change in location, to a location that is only accessible with an open heart. I am grateful for Bill Philipps. I am grateful for his book.”
— Christine Woods, actress, Hello Ladies and The Walking Dead
“Bill Philipps is not only a gifted psychic medium but one of the most sincere and genuine young men I have ever met. He brings healing and hope where there is loss and pain. He truly cares for people and comforts them with his compassion and the warmth of his heart.”
— Tanya Brown, author of Finding Peace Amid the Chaos: My Escape From Depression and Suicide
“This book not only gives evidence of life after death but also gives a very accurate view of the struggles a pure psychic medium goes through. Bill Philipps is real, down-to-earth, humble, and obviously very gifted, and I’m so grateful he wrote this book. Another hundred pages would still be too short.”
— Echo BodineEcho Bodine, author of Echoes of the Soul: Moving Beyond the Light and The Gift: Understand and Develop Your Psychic Abilities
“This book captures the wonder of communication with the afterlife, a wonder felt not just by the deceased’s families and friends, but also by the mediums themselves. Bill Philipps’s insiders’ accounts, written with energy and conviction, demonstrate again and again the maxim of professional mediumship: the dead are always right.”
— Julia Assante, PhD, author of The Last Frontier: Exploring the Afterlife and Transforming Our Fear of Death
“Philipps writes with humility, respect, and compassion. It’s clear that his intent is to help, not to impress. He speaks, not from a pedestal, but toe-to-toe with the people who seek his help....They will find this book to be a lighthouse on the path to healing and serenity.”
— Anna Jedrziewski, Retailing Insight
August 7, 2017
After reading "Expect the Unexpected," I truly believe in Bill Philipps's unique talent and ability of communicating with spirits and connecting them with their loved ones still living on earth. The accounts of real-life experiences from ordinary people seeking Bill's reading make Bill's gifted psychic medium even more credible. Bill's passion for bringing peace, healing and hope is unequivocally felt throughout the beautifully written book.
February 21, 2023
Such a fantastic read! Bill did not have to convince me, I am already a believer in a supreme force that orchestrates events for us.
Bill comes out extremely honest, truthful and "here are the facts" kinda guy. He has laid out this "not so easy to believe concept" in such a simplistic way through his own life incidents and other readings. He has also put forth on how a normal person be cognizant of such signs in their day to day. Looking fwd to reading his next set of books.
Bill comes out extremely honest, truthful and "here are the facts" kinda guy. He has laid out this "not so easy to believe concept" in such a simplistic way through his own life incidents and other readings. He has also put forth on how a normal person be cognizant of such signs in their day to day. Looking fwd to reading his next set of books.
December 9, 2017
Good explanation of how mediums receive information, questions about timing, etc.
February 14, 2019
If you have an open mind about the spirit world, and believe there are people on this side who can communicate with them, you'll enjoy this book. Or at least I did.
September 12, 2019
Outstanding
October 7, 2021
Well written, interesting account of how a medium experiences his gifts, and stories of people he has helped.
May 4, 2023
So cool. Really helps you feel that spirits who have passed are always close to us. ♥︎
May 7, 2019
Endorsements:
“Expect the Unexpected offers an honestly refreshing glimpse into the world of mediumship and Spirit. Bill Philipps’s old soul shines through as he enlightens and empowers us all to tap into our own intuitive gifts and spiritual awareness.”
— Rebecca Rosen, bestselling author of Spirited: Connect to the Guides All Around You and Awaken the Spirit Within: 10 Steps to Ignite Your Life and Fulfill Your Divine Purpose
“‘Always be prepared for surprises’ is a lesson I have learned over two decades of conducting scientific research on mediumship and life after death. Expect the Unexpected expresses this truth in a clear and convincing manner. This beautifully written book is educational and enlightening — well worth reading for believers and skeptics alike.”
— Gary E. Schwartz, PhD, professor, University of Arizona, and author of The Afterlife Experiments: Breakthrough Scientific Evidence of Life After Death and The Sacred Promise: How Science Is Discovering Spirit's Collaboration with Us in Our Daily Lives
“Bill Philipps’s book is like a spiritual spa day. It is as peaceful and powerful as the man himself. You will learn so much about the spirits and yourself.”
— Dorothy Lucey, entertainment reporter and former cohost of Good Day LA
“To read Bill Philipps’s writing is to be held by his spirit. He is a force of goodwill on this earth, and he heals hearts. His stories teach us that mediums are real and that passing on is not scary but simply a change in location, to a location that is only accessible with an open heart. I am grateful for Bill Philipps. I am grateful for his book.”
— Christine Woods, actress, Hello Ladies and The Walking Dead
“Bill Philipps is not only a gifted psychic medium but one of the most sincere and genuine young men I have ever met. He brings healing and hope where there is loss and pain. He truly cares for people and comforts them with his compassion and the warmth of his heart.”
— Tanya Brown, author of Finding Peace Amid the Chaos: My Escape From Depression and Suicide
“This book not only gives evidence of life after death but also gives a very accurate view of the struggles a pure psychic medium goes through. Bill Philipps is real, down-to-earth, humble, and obviously very gifted, and I’m so grateful he wrote this book. Another hundred pages would still be too short.”
— Echo Bodine, author of Echoes of the Soul: Moving Beyond the Light and The Gift: Understand and Develop Your Psychic Abilities
“This book captures the wonder of communication with the afterlife, a wonder felt not just by the deceased’s families and friends, but also by the mediums themselves. Bill Philipps’s insiders’ accounts, written with energy and conviction, demonstrate again and again the maxim of professional mediumship: the dead are always right.”
— Julia Assante, PhD, author of The Last Frontier: Exploring the Afterlife and Transforming Our Fear of Death
“Philipps writes with humility, respect, and compassion. It’s clear that his intent is to help, not to impress. He speaks, not from a pedestal, but toe-to-toe with the people who seek his help....They will find this book to be a lighthouse on the path to healing and serenity.”
— Anna Jedrziewski, Retailing Insight
“Expect the Unexpected offers an honestly refreshing glimpse into the world of mediumship and Spirit. Bill Philipps’s old soul shines through as he enlightens and empowers us all to tap into our own intuitive gifts and spiritual awareness.”
— Rebecca Rosen, bestselling author of Spirited: Connect to the Guides All Around You and Awaken the Spirit Within: 10 Steps to Ignite Your Life and Fulfill Your Divine Purpose
“‘Always be prepared for surprises’ is a lesson I have learned over two decades of conducting scientific research on mediumship and life after death. Expect the Unexpected expresses this truth in a clear and convincing manner. This beautifully written book is educational and enlightening — well worth reading for believers and skeptics alike.”
— Gary E. Schwartz, PhD, professor, University of Arizona, and author of The Afterlife Experiments: Breakthrough Scientific Evidence of Life After Death and The Sacred Promise: How Science Is Discovering Spirit's Collaboration with Us in Our Daily Lives
“Bill Philipps’s book is like a spiritual spa day. It is as peaceful and powerful as the man himself. You will learn so much about the spirits and yourself.”
— Dorothy Lucey, entertainment reporter and former cohost of Good Day LA
“To read Bill Philipps’s writing is to be held by his spirit. He is a force of goodwill on this earth, and he heals hearts. His stories teach us that mediums are real and that passing on is not scary but simply a change in location, to a location that is only accessible with an open heart. I am grateful for Bill Philipps. I am grateful for his book.”
— Christine Woods, actress, Hello Ladies and The Walking Dead
“Bill Philipps is not only a gifted psychic medium but one of the most sincere and genuine young men I have ever met. He brings healing and hope where there is loss and pain. He truly cares for people and comforts them with his compassion and the warmth of his heart.”
— Tanya Brown, author of Finding Peace Amid the Chaos: My Escape From Depression and Suicide
“This book not only gives evidence of life after death but also gives a very accurate view of the struggles a pure psychic medium goes through. Bill Philipps is real, down-to-earth, humble, and obviously very gifted, and I’m so grateful he wrote this book. Another hundred pages would still be too short.”
— Echo Bodine, author of Echoes of the Soul: Moving Beyond the Light and The Gift: Understand and Develop Your Psychic Abilities
“This book captures the wonder of communication with the afterlife, a wonder felt not just by the deceased’s families and friends, but also by the mediums themselves. Bill Philipps’s insiders’ accounts, written with energy and conviction, demonstrate again and again the maxim of professional mediumship: the dead are always right.”
— Julia Assante, PhD, author of The Last Frontier: Exploring the Afterlife and Transforming Our Fear of Death
“Philipps writes with humility, respect, and compassion. It’s clear that his intent is to help, not to impress. He speaks, not from a pedestal, but toe-to-toe with the people who seek his help....They will find this book to be a lighthouse on the path to healing and serenity.”
— Anna Jedrziewski, Retailing Insight
August 31, 2017
Enjoyed this one very much, even though I disagreed with many of his conclusions about the spirit world lol. He's speaking from his own limited perspective though so it makes sense to me that some of his concepts wouldn't necessarily be the same as my take on things. Regardless, if he's as good a medium as this book suggests then I'm looking forward to one day setting up a reading with him to see what happens. I did really like his meditation in chapter 9 too. That and his little guidances at the beginning of chapters and clients' letters about what happened in their readings were very interesting.
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