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Lenny is a high-powered lawyer at the top of his game, that is until he approaches a client with an out-of-the-box idea for their case. When the client is offended, Lenny is subsequently fired. As he attempts tofigure out what's next, he meets the beautiful, free-spirited Naomi who runs a monthly live-in experiencefor people who may need to find a little more love in life, and she sees Lenny as her October. Finallyconvinced to give it a shot, Lenny and Naomi begin a whirlwind of a month of adventure, joy, and maybeeven love.About the AuthorAugust Moor is a professional script and screenwriter who enjoys blending reality with fantasy andromance. He has previously written the screenplay Upside Down Man and is currently working on futurereleases Bliss and Courting Kimberly.

The Old West has intrigued the imaginations of many over the years, drawing people in with the mystery and wonders of the wilderness, gun fights, and stories of heroes and villains. But there is more than meets the eye to the Old West: there is a wild magic that lives within the bones that make up the land. Ghost Town: Spooky Stories of the Old West takes the supernatural and places it into the heart of the Western. With tales of ghost towns, spells, mysterious and mystical women, and everything in between, the genre of the Supernatural Western is born. About the AuthorRichard Brent Reed has been a teacher and attorney with experience in acting, directing, and writing for the stage. He enjoys music, geology, history, horticulture, natural history, and paleontology.

About the AuthorR. Christopher Eng was unable to write until old age, with no idea why. But once he got started, he couldn't put his pen down. Eng has always had a deep love for poetry.

About the BookRichard Moody's previous book - Flying through Life - From Fighter Pilot to Peace Activist - explores his conversion from Naval Pilot to Peace Activist and Quaker. This book is a Potpourri of his experiences and travels around the world as an explorer and volunteer in the name of Peace.

In this timely crime thriller set in the snoozy Bradshaw Mountains in Arizona, a group of retirees sets out to discover the truth behind their friend's mysterious death. Delilah Benson is a passionate environmentalist and beloved member of the book club Novellas, founded by her and her friends more as an excuse to chat and catch up than to discuss literature. After retiring from the county sheriff's department, Delilah is looking forward to hiking trips with her friends and husband, David. However, Delilah's behavior becomes increasingly erratic, culminating in a rash solo-drive to the Grand Canyon. David recruits the Novellas members to help search for Delilah, but as the details of her disappearance become clearer, the group is at a loss for an answer. Tackling urgent themes such as climate change, corruption, and the danger of unchecked human consumption, Death in the Canyon takes the reader on a journey of uncovering the sinister unpinning of this quiet Southwestern town. About the AuthorPamela Dunmire has a master's degree in counseling psychology from Chapman University, and she spent twenty years working with families to make them whole again. After retiring as a counselor in child welfare and adoptions, she moved to the mountains of Arizona and became a full-time writer and visual artist, which led her to also become a retreat leader and public speaker. Pamela and her husband live in Prescott, Arizona. Together they have three children and five grandchildren. You can find out more about the author at www.pameladunmirefineart.com

About the BookLife is Short and is an Adventure is a memoir of one man's dealings with changes, tragedies, and blisterings of life, more so than average. McGuirk goes through the highs of an adventurous childhood and meeting the woman he would marry to the exceptional lows of a terrible accident that leaves him scarred, followed by repeated and various health complications. Through it all though, he never gives up and always continues forward.About the AuthorTim V. McGuirk's special interest is his continuing work in speech recognition computing, in which he has two degrees including a master's degree. It is his goal for speech technology to take over where crippled hands can no longer type.

About the BookPeter, a classically trained musician, has fallen from grace due to numerous scandals during his tenure as a music teacher and concert pianist for the prestigious Berliner Hochschule Für Musik. Beethoven has been his life-long obsession and may be the reason his life has taken a dark turn.Like Beethoven, Peter too is easily infatuated with charming, talented women, which borders on obsession. His infatuation stems from his own need to be useful and to educate the deserving on the fascinating world of classical music in the hope that they may see the world as he does, which is impossible due to a condition known as synaesthesia. During his time at the Conservatory, a replica of Beethoven's famous Broadwood piano under restoration goes missing (Gestohlen). Although absolved of any guilt, his is nevertheless seen as the responsible party due to his gross negligence, which leaves his career in ruins. He knows a great deal more about the replica than meets the eye, but the piano is not in his possession. He is not interested in the replica; he is obsessed with the authentic Beethoven Broadwood gifted to Beethoven himself by the Broadwood Piano Manufacturers in London in 1818. He aims to use the replica to obtain the objects of his obsessions, but he must secure the imposter first before making his play. Which is which? Facts and fiction become obfuscated.An intriguing sampling of Beethoven's work is featured in the story, as well as other Baroque and Classical composers such as Bach, Vivaldi, Haydn, Liszt, Schubert, and more, although one does not have to be a musician to enjoy the story.About the AuthorRaymond Henry recently moved back to San Diego, California, after having lived and worked in Spain for over fifteen years, where his son and daughter currently reside. In fact, he wrote most of this book while in Spain. He worked for an international company as a language consultant. He has also travelled extensively throughout Europe and has a special affinity toward Germany due to the professional and personal relationships he has established through the years. He speaks German reasonably well and dabbles in Portuguese.Before moving to Spain all those years ago, Raymond lived in Orange County, California, teaching AP Spanish, AP Economics and International Relations. Language and culture have always been an important part of his life. Nowadays in San Diego, he currently works for a small enterprise on various projects, although writing is his obsession. He still enjoys tutoring high school and university students in his free time, as well as attending the symphony, natürlich.

About the BookThe Last Musketeer explores the questions: What was the true ending of the Musketeers? Did they all perish with the king and queen? This story takes the last two Musketeers through their perilous escape from Europe and into America. In this story, the last Musketeer has not only thrived in America but also has a place in American history. It is a new perspective on what happened to King Louie, Queen Marie-Antoinette, and the Musketeers who bravely tried to defend them. This story explores the life of the last Musketeer: how he lived, prospered, and loved. It is a unique and one of kind possibility as to the end of the last of the brave men who stood for God, king, and country. "All for one and one for all."About the AuthorRoland L. Chamberlain was born in Westbrook, Maine. He currently resides in El Mirage, Arizona. He has a passion for history and believes the adage that, "If you forget history, you are doomed to repeat its mistakes." Chamberlain enjoys drawing landscapes and people and reading science fiction. His wife assists him in both her research and her support of him. His two sons are his sample audience who provide him with excellent feedback.

About the BookSince the end of the American slave era, the descendants of enslaved Africans remain among the most marginalized and underrepresented groups in the United States, ranking last in wealth and education. Most Black populations live in urban areas where other groups own the land and properties where they reside. This book introduces the African American Reparations Act of 2030. Who will receive reparations? How will it pass into law and then be implemented? African American Reparations handles those questions deftly as well as providing suggestions on how to build consensus among the U.S. government by engaging the American people in a national conversation.About the AuthorBryant W. Holt has over 30 years of leadership experience in strategic planning, enterprise portfolio management, and continuous process improvement. He earned his Associate of Science degree in Applied Sciences from Wayne County Community College, a Bachelor of Business Administration from Olivet Nazarene University, and a Master of Science focused on Land Planning and Design from Columbia University in New York City. He is a member of the American Society of Landscape Architect, a certified member with the American Association of Airport Executives, as well as an experienced Six Sigma black belt and portfolio project management professional.Mr. Holt served as the chief development officer, where he developed strategic business plans, written several white papers related to large hub commercial airports and mobility innovations, as well as led a comprehensive master for the 10th largest airport system in the United States.He has a long history of community service, starting in his hometown of Detroit, MI as a community organizer, Newark, DE as a civic association president, and Jersey City, NJ where he was elected as district ward. Holt was also appointed by the Jersey City mayor to serve as commissioner of the environmental commission.Mr. Holt and his wife, Shari Lynn Beasley Holt, have always dedicated their time to making a difference in their community, no matter where they call home. They have two sons, Bryant Vance Holt and Brendon Alexander Holt. Bryant is married to Alejandra Bueno-Galon Holt, and they have a son named Ra Beasley Holt.

About the BookThis compelling and exciting fictional story of the Reluctant Christians depicts the lifelong journey of a mother, Nora Young, and her daughter Kathryn (Kate) as they struggle to remove themselves from the restrictive tentacles of life in a small town dominated by a conservative, misogynistic religion. This is a love story that exposes abuse within religious organizations, but by no means is this story anti-religion. Rather, it is a story of self-reliance and resilience that explores the strength of the soul within. This is a love story that spans decades of pioneering a new path for a family in a new time for women who seek freedom, and break barriers of behavior dictation, despite the fear of repercussion. As the author, I was inspired by the words of Woodrow Wilson, "There is no higher religion than human service. To work for the common good is the greatest creed".The characters find themselves united to bring comfort and forgiveness to their lives. The strength of their relationships challenges them to defy the unjust suffering and persecution of sister ancestors, one another, and all women who have encountered prejudice and abuse of power. Together they rise above with wisdom, compassion, lessons learned and groundbreaking leadership. Together they confront the past and carve the future. There are children to be cared for, loves to be discovered, death and grief to be endured, and life to be lived by the characters entwined in this dramatic love story. I give my heartfelt thanks to my family who have steadily encouraged me over the past four years of this project. I dedicate this story to LOVE, the answer to all things good.About the AuthorKristine Johnson resides in Colorado. After growing up in a small rural community in Utah, she had accumulated life experiences that contributed to her inspiration to write this novel. Writing has always been her passion as both a cathartic and comforting hobby. She has been a long-time sports industry professional as well as an accomplished competitive cyclist, with numerous national and state championship titles to her credit. Kristine is deeply grateful for the incredible support throughout her life's journey, of her beloved husband and family. It has always been her passion, to encourage other women to pursue their personal goals and live life to its fullest, with confidence and unbridled joy. She is also grateful for the many lessons taught to her through the good works and encouragement of her mother and Aunt, who were certain her destiny would break barriers.The story of the Reluctant Christians has been in her heart for years, and she is thrilled to share it with others. She is planning a sequel to this book and hopes her readers will enjoy the fruition of her work.

About the BookThe author's account of life growing up in rural New Mexico during the Great Depression and Dust Bowl era... of loves found and lost... and meeting life's challenges "tough as a rabbit." About the AuthorAnita Rozzi was born and raised on a dry-land farm in southeastern New Mexico during the era of the Dust Bowl and the Great Depression. She attended the small country schools that were prevalent at the time with additional coaching by her father who became a farmer after leaving a career as a public school teacher.Discouraged by the hardscrabble life of the times, she made a determination to leave that lifestyle at an early age. At age sixteen, Rozzi graduated high school, receiving a scholastic scholarship to attend New Mexico Highland University in Las Vegas, New Mexico where she studied Journalism and U.S. History.Subsequently, Rozzi was employed by the Bell Communications System and became one of the first females in the system to become an Office Manager. She retired from the company after serving twenty-five years and presently resides in Albuquerque, New Mexico where she enjoys attending and sometimes participating in Southwestern Arts & Crafts Shows.Rozzi is the proud mother of three adult children, grandmother to six grandchildren, and great-grandmother to six great-grandchildren.

About the BookStories, Legends, and Truths from the Blighted Earth is a book of fictional narratives and artifacts which progressively knit together a hidden world existing outside what humans perceive as our reality. Earth Mother is sentient, and all manner of life on our planet are Her children to whom She gifts sentience of their own. The "spirit essence" or soul is immortal, and all beings progress through many lives. Within this context, sentient life occupies a hierarchy, where the highest tiers are occupied by elementals and Guardian Spirits who are responsible for preserving and maintaining the Natural Order; while those affiliated, coopted, and corrupted by Chaos are continuously trying to disrupt, and ultimately destroy, the balance. There is no such thing as good and evil, just the continual struggle between order and chaos. The Blighted Earth's sentient existence, where all life on the planet is connected, reveals a hidden realm and provides a new understanding of our world through the provided stories and artifacts. These tales are described within the context of real-world events and historical conflicts as told from the perspective of various characters occupying the numerous tiers in the Hierarchy of Sentience. Many commonly understood theories of existence and spirituality are reimagined within a new model of the universe where humankind's place, and our importance within "the All" is very different from what most of us interpret it to be, including the definition of life and lifeforms. About the AuthorR.M. Tembreull spent his childhood roaming the pastures and forests of rural Michigan. He was exposed to the wonders of the wilderness through a variety of experiences including camping, canoe trips, hunting, and fishing. Later, he would experience much of the world during his twenty-six years with the Air Force. His greatest appreciation for the wonders of nature began when he became a certified scuba diver while stationed in Guam. There he met the love of his life, and they began exploring the underwater world together. Tembreull found the courage and time to start writing during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The author hopes his work will ignite the reader's imagination, instill a new appreciation of the natural world, and inspire others to act in preserving and protecting the life and natural resources of our wonderful Earth.

About the BookThe Fight for Equal Opportunity: Blacks in America chronicles African American leadership in modern times, focusing on two of the most magnetic and essential figures in the struggle for racial equality: General Benjamin O. Davis Jr. and Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Beginning with slavery, this book recounts the history of civil rights legislation throughout the twentieth century and sheds light on the arduous and valiant strides African American leaders made so that one day they could see one of their own become president of the country that enslaved them.About the AuthorWillie Jackson is a veteran of the United States Air Force, having served for thirty years. He retired from Tuskegee University after twenty-seven years of service, and served one year on the faculty at the Air Force University located on Maxwell Air Force Base. Jackson currently resides in Montgomery, Alabama.

Oh no, the animal shelter is in such bad shape that the city is going to close it! Where will all the cute little animals go? Mr. Tallue Saves The Animal Shelter follows our once-grumpy hero as he works with his community and friends to help raise money to restore the shelter so the animals will have a lovely and safe place to wait until they go to their forever homes.About the AuthorAriane Hickenbaucker has always loved children, raising four of her own. She also raised a granddaughter, introducing her to the theater and making her costumes as she performed in a play every three months. She enjoys going to the theater and seeing live plays in small community theaters as well as the more extravagant plays. While writing, the author is in the character's life. It puts you in another place, and while being in this character's mind, it takes you out of the realm of what's going on in your life.

About the BookWaking up in a world unfamiliar to him, Urist, a dwarf, is forced to create a civilization from scratch. He must build a kingdom on his own to rule the other dwarfs. With Urist being voted as the dwarf to manage the civilization, he has bits and pieces of memories from his old life, helping speed the process of technology for his new civilization. In this story of survival, Urist's adventure shows that even if life gets hard, it is worth living. About the AuthorDavid Spark is active in the Royal Road site posting and talking with aspiring writers. He likes to read, play games, and cook. Spark has special interests in birds and technology.

About the BookIn From Sail To Steam, this internationally recognized author presents a true accounting of the sailing career of her Dutch grandfather, Gerard Koper, as he transitions from serving on glorious full-rigged sailing vessels to the more sleek and efficient steam engines. This book serves as a follow-up to her first book, From Windmills To Waves. Here the reader will enjoy the adventures of Gerard as he goes whaling, rescues stranded sailors from the high seas, hunts alligators and boars, and learns to defend himself and his crewmates from pirates and natives in Indonesia. In addition to tracking the routes of Gerard throughout the world and imagining oneself in such experiences, the reader should recognize the young age at which Gerard carried out such responsibilities. Gerard was truly a brave and courageous young man. About the AuthorJudith (Judy) Romer Hathaway is a career educator who has lived in Winter Park, Florida since 1978. She has taught school in Ohio, California and Florida, and practiced School Psychology in Florida. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education and a Master and Specialist Degree in School Psychology. Her life's focus has always been on children and learning, with special attention to her own three children and seven grandchildren. She enjoys playing golf, taking pictures on her many travels, playing bridge, participating in water aerobics, plus reading and writing. Her travels have taken her throughout the world, oftentimes with her sister and grandchildren. One of her most memorable trips was a voyage to Holland and Belgium where she visited her grandfather's birthplace in Den Helder and his home in Amsterdam. She was able to visualize her grandfather's childhood and early life throughout the Netherlands. She wants to preserve this true history of her grandfather for her own children and grandchildren.

About the BookPeterson Rabbit and Friends Coloring Book tells the story of a young rabbit from Blackwood Forest and his many friends and inspires children and adults alike to laugh and have fun coloring the silly and unique characters.About the AuthorClaudio Madeira is a family-oriented person. He loves to laugh and make other people laugh. Madiera has always worked hard to achieve his goals, including the creation and publication of Peterson Rabbit and Friends Coloring Book.

Grammy's ranch is about to be foreclosed. A long, ongoing drought is contributing to her money problems. Jake's family travels to K Ranch to help find a solution and to raise her spirit. Jake and Duke immediately help by finding two missing horses. The next day, a tornado hits, adding to Grammy's troubles. Then things get more complicated as a tree rescue is needed. Finally, a hidden cave is uncovered and reveals a mysterious secret. With tense and nail-biting happenings like a tornado, a tree rescue, and a cave trapping, Jake and Duke Discover Hidden Cave is a story of family, help, and love. About the AuthorRoger R. Strohl Jr. has been involved with Cub Scouts as Troop Cub Master and Den Leader. He was also a T-ball coach, junior high school wrestling coach, and high school track coach. Strohl has taught grades fourth, fifth, and sixth. Strohl likes to golf, mountain hike, and grow home yard produce.Strohl is married to Ann, his wife of over 44 years. Together, they have a set of twins - a son and daughter, and a granddaughter.

The Blind Side of Racism uncovers truths about racist societies that are unidentified and unacknowledged in many discussions about racial discrimination, so we may learn how not to characterize individuals because of their race. About the AuthorGina B. is a native of Baltimore, Maryland. Her family is the most important thing to her.

About the BookBeing Bipolar is one woman's real-life story about mental illness. While battling bipolar disorder, Kim Gere has four friends murdered. She is also a victim of attempted murder, stalkings, violence, child abuse, domestic violence, celebrity "Me Too" stories, and celebrity drug stories. Kim's fight with bipolar shows how she came to cope with the ups and downs of anxiety and depression. This book can relate to many people, young and old, and will hopefully be able to help someone who is struggling.About the AuthorKim Gere's hobbies include reading and writing and pop culture. Special interests include reading all different types of books, mostly nonfiction. She enjoys TV and movies as well, and she also has a close relationship with her parents.Kim has taken numerous college classes, with a special interest in psychology, and she has read many bipolar memoirs, but her story is unique because she goes into the symptoms and drugs unlike other authors.

Based on true events with a little twist. Lisa is the younger of two twins and the parents' favorite. Though born minutes apart, Layla is rebellious, and Lisa is humble. The older sister moves out of their parents' house and inspired the younger to move south. Lisa moves from the suburbs of Long Island, NY to the small town of St. George where she becomes the target of affection from Tommy. Despite all the warning signs, Lisa marries Tommy, a decision she comes to regret as she learns his true, dangerous nature and how her sister is connected to his greater plans.About the AuthorMimi is mother of three amazing children. Two of her children serves this Country, her youngest is in the Air Force and her middle child is in the Army as an Officer. Mimi hobbies are walking, dancing. helping others, singing, church, motivation, and inspiring messages she gives to others. Mimi also has a social media platform that she has created for women and men to be able to vent and express their feelings on a positively note.

Sean M. McWeeney has led an amazing life. Up by the Bootstraps outlines his life on the rough and tough West Side of Chicago, where he was unafraid of hard work or a good fight. He ran numbers, struggled, and triumphed through life's twists and turns, to become the head of the FBI's Organized Crime Section and later establish an international multi million-dollar corporation known for handling complex hostage and extortion negotiations for international corporations. This memoir reveals the inner workings of the FBI's battle to bring down major mafia families' organizations throughout the United States. And is an entertaining read of a life well lived by a colorful, gifted, and talented man who when given the choice at a young age between a life of crime or justice, chose justice.About the AuthorSean M. McWeeney is a graduate of DePaul University in Chicago, with a bachelor's degree in commerce, where he was president of the senior class of 1961. He also received an MBA from the University of Rhode Island in 1964. McWeeney served as an officer in the US Navy from 1962 to 1965, attaining the rank of lieutenant. He went on to become an FBI agent from 1965 to 1988 and served as an Organized Crime supervisor in the New York office. His time in this office led to the arrest of Carlo Gambino, head of the infamous Gambino Mafia family. After retirement from the FBI, McWeeney founded an international security corporation, Corporate Risk International. Before the sale of the company, they went on to handle over six hundred kidnapping and extortion incidents over several years. McWeeney is married and has six children. His first wife Joan passed away in 2005. She played a substantial role in the success of both his careers.