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Songs of Life on Lifes' TermsBy: William Burke Poetry in song for the rest of us is the theme of Songs of Life on Lifes' Terms. It explores life situations that occur in most people's lives. The poetry gets to the heart of everyday life in a way that everyone can relate to. After reading this, William Burke hopes the reader realizes that no matter how big their problems may be, they are not alone. About the AuthorWilliam Burke is a seventy-five-year-old Vietnam veteran. If you asked him for his credentials, he would say, "Been there, done that."

As patient and the practitioner, Dr. Sage Campione, DC discusses life with Large Granuloma Leukemia, as well as treatment options and lifestyle management tips in an effort to empower and optimize others with LGL and/or autoimmune disorders. To all those with LGL Leukemia: Know that you have a choice to not live in pain, brain fog, or malaise. You can have a powerful purpose-driven life with JOY.About the Author Dr. Sage Campione, DC was diagnosed in 2011 with LGL Leukemia. She lives and works in Saint Simons Island, Georgia, in the natural health field. She is a chiropractor and integrative practitioner who practices two days a week in office and works from home other days, practicing integrative/personal lifestyle medicine via Zoom, FaceTime, or phone. She and her husband are strong Christians in faith, and have two furbabies, dogs named Cara Mia and Gianna. In her spare time, she enjoys golfing.

The Pureblood SocietyBy: Kristen BoyensFollowing the secret society of humans and vampires, this love story tell the tale of Liliana, a young high schooler who finds herself mixed in an unknown world with some very dangerous creatures. With humans setting up an agreement with vampires in exchange for land, money, and other valuables, Liliana finds herself stuck in a battle of her own. She can either flee the society she's always loathed or accept her fate of being with Xavier, a pureblood vampire with dark secrets. Fighting evil along the way, Liliana, in the face of a betrayal and violence, must decide if her hatred of the society should cost her what her heart has always longed for. About the AuthorKristen Boyens lives in a small rural town in Kentucky where she works with adults with disabilities. Kristen started writing when she was twelve and has always had a love for fiction. While working on several projects, she graduated at Brescia University with a Bachelors in Speech Language Pathology. Her passions are writing and helping individuals with disabilities.

Vierge (virgin)By: Gerlande Louis Jeune Vierge (virgin) is a meditation of moments encapsulated through pictures and words. About the AuthorGerlande Louis Jeune is a Haitian American Poet, artist, designer, photographer, and author. She was born in Haiti and moved to America at the age of four. She has a long-standing love of art in all forms and considers herself a creative.

True, Not Everyone Is the SameBy: Jamie CoxA young warlock named Al has left his planet to live on Earth, and all is going well for him until he gets an unpleasant visit from his sister, Katherine. Katherine, who is very powerful, does not trust humans and thinks they are all evil. She is not to be messed with. But as she spends more time on Earth, she realizes she may be wrong....True, Not Everyone Is the Same reminds us we shouldn't judge someone until we really get to know them. We are all different and unique, and we should celebrate that uniqueness.About the AuthorJamie Cox is a young woman who grew up in Brooklyn but was raised by West Indian parents from Grenada. She definitely loves to create; this is why she started writing. She would many times just dream of characters she made up and put them in different situations. This is why she also wants to become a producer, getting involved in productions and creating different storylines. Television and films are really her interest. She is fascinated by every detail in a production because it takes an army to create one. That's why she started acting; she gets to see behind the scenes, plus she loves playing different characters and she wants to get further in her acting career.When she is not writing, Jamie enjoys playing badminton, doing yoga, hiking trails, listening to music, and making her friends laugh. She does that by imitating characters and people she's watched in movies.

Maisy is lost! She lost her home, or her home lost her. She is not entirely sure, but she is now on the hunt for a new place to rest her paws. Along the way she meets all the animals of the forest, but no one seems to have the right home for Maisy. As Maisy journeys along, she suddenly becomes frightened by some big, scary, and loud lights, and when a gentle hand reaches for her, wraps her in a blanket, and carries her to safety, Maisy just may have found her new family.Based on the true story of how author Liz Steadman found her dog Maisy, Maisy Finds a Home is a sweet story of hope, friendship, and finding a home in the most unlikely of places.About the AuthorLiz Steadman is originally from Pensacola, Florida, and currently resides in Houston, Texas, where she works as a pharmacist in a hospital. She enjoys drawing and doing various other arts and creative hobbies.

Tina & Tara on Top of the World: Our Little ParadeBy: Suzanne Abbott In the most recent adventure in the Tina & Tara on Top of the World series, Tina and Tara, sisters and best friends, are off to the big 4th of July parade in town. Both girls are very excited to see the marching band and majorettes twirling their batons, but they're even more excited to see their fireman dad riding on the fire truck! So come along with Tina and Tara as they see all the new sights and sounds of the parade, and even have their very own on the way home! About the AuthorSuzanne Abbott offers readers heartwarming stories about the adventures of childhood. Throughout her adult life Abbott has been a scout leader, basketball coach, baton twirling instructor, and Lions Club International member, but her favorite job has always been being a momma! Her career as a community recreation director has been dedicated to helping people of all ages use creativity, fun, and relationships to experience the ordinary world in extraordinary ways. Having lived on a farm, in the mountains, in the city, and in small towns, Abbott uses her experiences and her love of the outdoors to invite readers to enjoy the simple things in life to the fullest.

Ascendria: The Galactic WarBy: Jarrod Gilman Dragged into the crossfire of an escalating war on a distant planet, a pair of scouts stumble upon an unusual alien species that is just like anything they've ever seen! About the AuthorJarrod Gilman is a 2D and 3D artist and a musician with an extraordinary fascination with space, science, and fantasy.

The Solitary Child and Other Short StoriesBy: Chalfont St. Giles The Solitary Child is a collection of stories about ordinary human beings as they navigate their lives as best they can. We can recognize and identify with the triumphs and the troughs, and commiserate or congratulate. About the AuthorFrom early childhood, Chalfont St. Giles has loved to read. It is a gateway and a window into other lives, other souls. As an avid traveler, St. Giles has lived in, and/or visited, about 25 different countries. Both reading and traveling offer vast opportunities to observe and learn from other people. St. Giles' second book of short stories is anticipated to be published in the fall of 2023.

Unremembered MealsBy: Eric BeckA man whose personal chef is a horse named Kim, the tale of a dish that hasn't been washed in 48 years, a look into the frustration that comes with being trapped in a movie: Equal parts humorous and existential, relatable and absurd, Unremembered Meals is a collection of clever short fiction that illuminates the transitory nature of everything, giving the reader food for thought, and providing a good excuse to laugh.About the AuthorEric Beck is a big film buff and a lover of novels of all kinds. He likes to produce short narrative videos. Churchgoing is important to him, and baseball watching is something he does an awful lot of. He currently resides in Hopkins, Minnesota.

The Last NomadBy: Dave FarrellRandom Dave Trivia6'2", 205lbs (212 during the winter feast, 208lbs during beer season)Blue eyes, grey hair (might be two-dozen still with original black color)Wife Nicolette of thirty-five years and counting (yes, I married up by a considerable margin)Three sons, two daughters, 8 grandchildren, and one 188lb St. Bernard named BearDave was born in Orlando, Florida and traveled halfway around the globe by his twelfth birthday. This gave him a great perspective on what people from different cultures, backgrounds and religions all have in common. His unique upbringing developed his great love for the outdoors, music, and humor. He honed these to become an avid camper, lover of heavy metal music, and a self-proclaimed PhD in the use of sarcasm. His unique abilities to connect with most anyone has helped him carve out a career in manufacturing, where over the last forty-two years he has been a servant leader building teams and driving change with several multi-million-dollar corporations spread across our great country. He has developed and taught dozens of classes and seminars on all aspects of leadership and team development. He has been blessed with great travels and experiences and has developed his own unique style of storytelling and communication to share with you opinions on how we can all derive more from the journey and enjoy the differences amongst us, rather than continue down the path of conflict and divide.

Laura Brubaker and Sally McKinney worked in a preschool classroom with special needs children. They delighted in celebrating accomplishments and progress! Their book, You Can Do It!, is a tribute to the many children they nurtured and helped to learn and grow. The environment was fun and positive and they found themselves saying, "You Can Do It" many times!The illustrations for You Can Do It! were done using alcohol inks. Rubbing alcohol is spread onto a ceramic tile. The alcohol ink is then applied, one color at a time or a blend of colors. The alcohol and paint form an intense color and pictures are created using a variety of tools. These include a paintbrush, toothpick, blowing air through a straw to move the ink, an air can and anything else that can form a pattern or design. The paint dries and the result is beautiful, as seen in You Can Do It!About the Author and IllustratorLaura Brubaker is the mother of two adult children, Brad and Beth, and the grandmother of four. She enjoys animals and art! Sally McKinney is the mother of two adult daughters, Donyata and Talia. She has an Instagram story time for kids, @sallyemckinney and a sign language tutorial on Tik Tok @sallymckinney.

The Junk Drawer: A Place for Our DreamsBy: Rickey Alan SmithThe Junk Drawer: A Place for Our Dreams introduces us to two groups of teens growing up in Memphis, TN, in the late sixties. One group is black and the other white. Their initial meeting almost ends with devastating consequences, but the hopes and dreams of these teens are put to the test in an effort to bring about racial reconciliation following the death of Dr. King and the violence that follows.This story is tempered with the unforgettable good times of Washington Park in North Memphis. Rickey Alan Smith demonstrates that every person, even in war-ravished Vietnam, has dreams. No obstacle can stand in the way of true love. The Junk Drawer shows just what we should do to keep our hopes and dreams alive.About the AuthorRickey Alan Smith is a seventy-two-year-old A/A male born and raised in Memphis. He is married in a blended family with two daughters, three stepdaughters, and one stepson.Rickey is fortunate in that he has had several careers. He retired from the Federal Bureau of Prisons in 2000. Following his retirement from the BOP, he spent fourteen years as a probation officer in Memphis, TN. He joined the U.S. Army Reserves in 1975 and served one tour in Iraq before retiring in 2006. Finally, he served as a chaplain for seven years at Methodist Hospital in Memphis, TN, retiring in 2021. Rickey is an associate minister at the Tabernacle of Praise Christian Church in Memphis, TN. He loves to swim, read, write, and listen to jazz, and he is currently a mentor in the Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Mid-South.

Darkness Unfathomable: A Fractured Tale is about a young girl struggling with the darkness of mental illness, the healing of the wounds, and the success of the recovery. Having struggled herself, Cherilyn Massah wants to offer hope to anyone else who is struggling with mental illness.About the AuthorCherilyn Massah has been retired for 16 years. Her hobbies include needlecrafts such as crochet and embroidering fashion apparel. She likes to travel. Massah and her husband have visited England, Fance, Italy, Spain, Hungary, Turkey, India, Nepal, China, UAE, Costa Rica, and Thailand.

Just in Case... is filled with little nuggets of wisdom for young ladies, especially younger girls who need advice and don't know where to go. Many people struggle with self-esteem issues from their personal lives and social media. This book is meant to be a guide when you need answers and advice about relationships, be they with a partner, a friend, or yourself. The words in this book will help readers empower themselves to make the choices they need to be happy and fulfilled.About the AuthorDarnell D. Parr is a mother of three and has been married for thirty years. She has volunteered over the years with organizations that focus on young girls and children. Parr also loves traveling and exercising in the form of pole dancing.

The Bergman-Schuour DestinyBy: Ralph L Myers The Bergman-Schuour Destiny is a historical fiction story about two families, the Bergmans, a Jewish family; and the Schuours, an aristocratic Prussian/German family. The story traces back to the ancestry of poor Jewish as they were expelled from the Ukraine and then other eastern European countries. The story's timeline is from the 1800s through both world wars and later. The same is true for the German family. As time and fate would have it, the two families' lives become intertwined as they struggle to escape antisemitism violence, wars, and the Nazi regime. About the AuthorWhile serving in the U.S. Army in Germany at the height of the Cold War (1960-1963) as a member of the Army Security Agency, Ralph's interest piqued by the history of the Second World War and the Holocaust. The more he read and learned, the more he wanted to know, which was the impetus for writing The Bergman-Schuour Destiny. In addition, Ralph has written and published two other historical fiction novels, Kriegsmarine and The Bergman Justice, dealing with events leading up to the First and Second world wars.Ralph began his writing career in 1993, after the murder of his then 25-year-old son, Tom. At first, he wrote poems as he coped with the tragic loss of his son. Later, as an outlet for his grief, he continued to write about experiences he and his family had while traveling through the American Criminal Justice System and has a soon-to-be-released bio called Beneath the Law, a crime victim's plight in the American criminal justice system. Ralph also became active as a Victims Rights Advocate and leader of a grief support group, Parents of Murdered Children, based in Cincinnati, Ohio. He has served on the board of directors for Justice for Homicide Victims and The Nicole Parker Foundation. Ralph was married for 49 years to Francine Myers and has two children, a son and daughter, the son being the murdered child. Sadly, his wife, Francine, died in 2015 because of pancreatic cancer. If you ask Ralph, he will unhesitatingly say the three happiest days of his life were his marriage to Francine and the birth of his two children. He is a proud veteran, serving his country in the U.S. Army, and his love and devotion to the Lord as a member of the Mt. Baker Church of Christ.

Rampage: The Rise of an EmpireBy: Cade SkoblarRampage is about how rage and violence can be used as a tool by others. They are powerful forces that can transcend both time and even death. A prince is brought back to life as a revenant to enact the will of a lich as ancient as time itself. Many destructive wars have led to wounds on the land that refuse to heal. The fantastical setting serves to examine the power of hatred and the relationships between people of all kinds.About the AuthorCade Skoblar was born with Autism and could not speak until they were almost five years old. While his disability caused his to struggle with close friendships and grades in an environment that did not support his special needs, he has always loved to read and write from a young age. After changing schools in high school, Skoblar started to thrive and quickly became a straight A student and got a full scholarship to college. His personal writing hero Kentaro Muira passed away in 2021, inspiring Skoblar to star writing Rampage. Skoblar's other interests include monster movies, comic books, cartoons and video games.

Don't Tempt Me is a dark romance that teeters the line between fantasy and real life. Parker is a fiery woman who has always been underestimated and overlooked. Ace is a cold, calculating man who bends for no one. What happens when fire and ice collide? This book follows the story of Parker and Ace's hot-and-cold relationship. Woven throughout are stories of heartache, betrayal, and undying friendship. Don't Tempt Me highlights the strengths that come from true friendship and found families. Love is confusing and messy, whether it's between lovers, friends, or family. If you look close enough, there is always beauty hidden in the darkest stories. But above all, no matter what you've been through, big or small, there is always someone that will see you for who you truly are. About the AuthorsM. L. Horan and P. M. Palermo are best friends who found their passion in writing. M. L. has always been an avid reader and writer since she was younger but never let anyone read her work until she met P. M. They've been friends for 14 years and it took exactly that long for M. L. to finally show her what they could do. Together, they were able to create something they've only ever dreamed of. M. L. and P. M. love their animals like they're their own babies. P. M. has two dogs and M. L. has three cats. They both love astrology and also cooking, baking, reading, singing, and dancing their hearts away. Neither of them have had an easy life, but they've managed to make the best of their situations and make something beautiful from all the pain.

Steps of Faith: My Journey of Following God One Step at a TimeBy: Lisa Hayes What now, Lord?What do you do when life seems to throw at you way more than it seems you can handle? Before you can get out of one situation, another one shows up causing you to feel overwhelmed and with only your head barely above water.That's where I found myself. Three months before the pandemic took the world by storm, my daughter was being uprooted from school. My job was furloughed. Things that once seemed so steady and secure were falling apart left and right.We all go through things where we have to make a decision to trust God and take steps of faith into the provision He has for us. As you read about my journey, may you also be encouraged to take your own steps of faith.Are you ready to step into all that God has in store for you?

Self-Doubt Out! God's MasterpieceBy: Coral AguilarGod has destined you with a purpose. He has not forgotten you and has a vision that only you can fulfill. By returning to the Heart of God and allowing a major shift to take place in your life, you can say "Yes!" to God and discover a whole new outlook on your life. Come along with me on a journey to learn how God sees you, so you can unlock your full potential in Him. About the AuthorCoral Aguilar is a pastor for IDP The City Church who believes strongly in the purpose all of God's children have and each of our abilities to achieve this higher calling. Aguilar has been a leader in her church for many years and dedicates much of her time to teaching the Gospel and serving her fellow brothers and sisters in Christ.

What Meets the EyeBy: Riesa DowThis novel is the first segment of a trilogy that takes grieving Interpol agent Daniel Leder on a journey from a troubled, revenge-hungry investigator to a leader of a joint task force created to combat environmental terrorism and corruption. Along the way, Daniel is aided by Tess, a mysterious woman he is falling in love with, and Nester, the ruthless assassin he thought was dead. All three characters are connected in ways they do not yet realize.About the AuthorRiesa currently calls Colorado home, but she would be happy living anywhere in the country with her horses and dogs. Growing up, she developed aptitudes for music, writing, and computers. She has a professional background as both a Software Developer and an IT Director, and she also has experience with ranching. These experiences have contributed to her unique perspective regarding both current technologies and environmental topics. She inherited her love of writing from her aunt, who lived by the mantra that, "You're never too old to make a dream come true." Riesa is currently a member of the Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers' Group.

Ruth Tarlson Pointer, born into poverty, becomes one of the wealthiest women in the Ozarks. Blessed with four beautiful children and a husband, Charles, madly in love with her. What will she do to keep her wealth and position in the community? In the end, will her fortune be enough?Sibling rivalry and buried secrets begin to be threatened by fate. Shattered realities that could lead one to madness. Hard realities that force her youngest daughter Cassandra and youngest son Robert to learn how to survive in the underground of the entertainment business. Will the latest scandal unite the family, or destroy them?Riveting dynamic family values that lead to mental anguish and emotional abuse. A twisted ambition that could lead not only Ruth to ruin but take the very lives of her own children.What is the value of one's soul to an atheist, and will Ruth be able to find her way between the value of money and the love of her family?Will pride, greed, and selfishness finally be defeated and the life that Cassandra and Robert have longed for finally be theirs?About the AuthorBeing an only child, P.J. Ralls has always had quite the imagination. There was little technology when she was growing up, so she would spend her time reading and writing. Ralls has always had a love for animals and has been fortunate to rescue three wonderful dogs. At one time, she and her husband rescued a partially blind and deaf ten-week-old pit bull, who will now be turning four this year.Ralls works a lot and life moves very fast for her these days. But she always finds time to curl up with some good fiction on a stormy or snowy day.

School Days Neither Dotheboys nor Tom Brown'sBy: Michael FrostSchool Days Neither Dotheboys nor Tom Brown's follows author Michael Frost's journey through the British educational system in the 1960's, from elementary schools to appointments on worldwide cargo ships.This book is the preamble to Frost's previous work "Voyages to Maturity, Seven Years before the Mast with P&O", published in 2019.This story describes the world of British boarding schools, nautical training, and the 'toughening' role that these institutions saw as their strength. Frost hopes to portray the message that schoolboys not only survive, but flourish after an almost uniquely British path towards education.About the AuthorMichael Frost was born in the UK; after spending his younger years in the British educational system, he spent seven years with a leading British Shipping company, circumnavigating the world four times.In 1969, he moved to Canada, where he married and practiced as a lawyer in B.C. He enjoyed a life engaged in civil litigation until his retirement in 2014. He has two sons and five grandchildren, all flourishing ... but certainly unlikely to want to follow in the path of their patriarch.

Unmistakable Errors: The Travel Club MysteryBy: Jo JoslynMaggie Marshall is a former teacher and widow who enlists her three trusted friends to help uncover a grave injustice. The four unlikely sleuths aided by capable San Diego detectives embark on a perilous undertaking involving unknown risks, intrigue, deception, devotion, and murder.During a thirty-year period, more than a million Marines and their families became subjected to extremely high industrial solvents, benzene, and other toxic chemicals in their drinking and bathing water on Marine Corps Base Camp McCabe, South Carolina. As a result, they developed serious illnesses that led to premature deaths. Maggie's husband was one of those victims.Therefore, Maggie feels compelled to risk it all on this arduous journey to hold someone - anyone - accountable for this travesty of justice. But suddenly, the road to equity becomes dangerous and deadly.About the AuthorJo Joslyn has spent over thirty years as an educator. Her classroom experiences spanned the globe as she moved sixteen times with her U.S. Marine Corps husband and three children. Since then, she has developed a profound love of travel to be exposed to new cultures, languages, and traditions.After her husband's military retirement and their move to San Diego, she landed a teaching job that lasted twenty-three years. For the last five years, she has worked as a writing consultant for a company that aids high school seniors in their college journeys. In 2018, she had an article published in The Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Magazine regarding her long battle with the Veteran's Administration over earned benefits that the VA denied. She continues her work with veterans in various ways, including volunteering with Honor Flight San Diego.

Girls, Ghosts, and Guilt: Volume 1By: Troy DeckerGirls, Ghosts, and Guilt is about Terry, an individual who deals with the paranormal. As we see the story through his eyes, it becomes very intense with the notion of him dealing with his inner self.Each and every one of us has our own demons to conquer and how we manage to do so. It is a story of struggle: physical and mental. It portrays the way we handle ourselves in difficult situations, shows a human being on the brink of disaster, and how it tears Terry apart from the inside out as he hides his inner self from others in order to be accepted. His life is filled with lies, betrayal and insecurities. Terry is a man who looks upon himself as a child that only wants to do good and be good, but such a life makes his hopes seem impossible.It is a ghost story that tries to get the reader to imagine being in his shoes and welcomes the reader to feel what they feel.About the AuthorTroy Decker created this story with his own feelings of grief and insecurity in mind, as well as his belief in the paranormal. He is a firm believer in living a life of honesty and respect toward others, and he loves and appreciates the art that others create. He's a particularly big music fan with an extensive vinyl collection, and he taught himself how to play guitar. He loves nature, hiking, and odd pets, and he's the proud owner of a ball python and a bearded dragon. He lives in Colorado.

Scars: Series: Portrait of a Lady: Part 2By: Raven Day McShane As Raven lay in a hospital bed, recovering from a violent attempt on her life from the man who was supposed to love and care for her, she wondered at life and God's hand in it. Raven had left the army to make a better life for her son, to be there for him more. Little did she know the hardships that awaited her in civilian life or how much the structure of army life was keeping her together. Internal scars she thought she could deal with on her own broke open like a burst dam as her body healed from the physical scars she now carried. There was a lot of work to do if she wanted to make a better life for herself and her son, Aaron. But with faith that God had an ultimate design for her, Raven knew her future under God's will would be bright. About the AuthorRaven Day McShane is a decorated Army Veteran of several deployments, including the first Persian Gulf War. Since her time in the army, she has worked tirelessly and passionately to continue her service to humanity in numerous ways. She is a highly involved member of her community, working alongside the St. Luke's United Methodist Church, prison ministries, and other organizations to be an advocate to other veterans dealing with their own scars.

Louie the leopard is different. He's spotless and is ridiculed and shunned by the other animals in the rain forest animal Olympics. However, through an unexpected encounter with an unlikely friend, Louie learns to appreciate his "uniqueness." Spotless is a children's book about friendship, courage, and overcoming challenges. The messages of "being who you are," "appreciating your differences," learning to appreciate the "diversity" among us, is certainly relevant in today's world. The author hopes readers will take away the message that no matter how "different" we are, we still have so much in common that links us together.About the AuthorAlvin Martin is an elementary school teacher in Los Angeles, California. He's celebrating twenty years of service. He loves reading, music, poetry, and theater arts. Martin is the great-grandfather of three wonderful great-grandchildren. Family is everything. He has a large family from New Orleans, Louisiana that he hasn't seen since he was small and whom he also dedicates this book to.