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About the BookThese short stories range from the philosophical, to the realistic, to the plain absurd. They are bite-size readings that you can take during lunch or breaktime. Humorous and poignant, they note the triumph of man while remaining true to an absolute. Everyone from fifteen to five hundred will find something that points life's mirror right back at them. You will be surprised when the story takes a turn you did not expect.About the AuthorMicah William Haar graduated from Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato, Minnesota with a degree in Sociology. He enjoys paper and wood crafting and drawing. He practices classical guitar, electric bass, piano, and enjoys songwriting. He is a veteran of the US Army and did most of his tour in Germany.

About the BookFollowing the grisly murder of three former colleagues, Jacob Blake and his partner, Natasha Romanova Garnier (a French-Canadian with an aristocratic Russian heritage), are coerced out of retirement to identify the perpetrator and prevent any more deaths... only to discover they are next on the hit list. Against their will, they are drawn back onto the global stage of high- stakes private equity funds and its seductive and corruptive atmosphere of multibillionaires, power brokers, heads-of-state, and a steady stream of millions in cash available for the taking.Set in New York City, Moscow, and Prague, Murder by Conceit follows Natasha and Jacob as they race against the clock to stay alive while battling international intrigue and conspiracies, duplicity, and some old and deadly enemies with scores to settle. It soon becomes apparent that the only way Jacob can stay alive is to identify his mysterious enemy and convince them to cancel the hit contracts, a cancelation that would cost the killer millions of dollars and a lifetime in prison. At the same time, Natasha must reconcile her past relationships with the Russian Mafia and the GRU in an effort to save Jacob's life.About the AuthorSteve Graybill spent more than thirty years as an executive in the high- stakes world of international consulting and private equity, working and living in over twenty countries. He now lives in Arizona with his wife and their Goldendoodle. He served with the US Army in Vietnam. "Murder by Conceit" is his first novel.

About the BookMighty Small is a short fictional story about resisting change in a positive way. Moving forward without sacrificing the beauty and identity of a small town. Proving that no matter who you are or what station you hold in a community, you can make a big difference and save the day.About the AuthorBarry Massey grew up in a small town called Long Beach on the east coast of New York. The town hasn't changed much over the years. The elementary school, junior high, and high schools are all still educating the youth of this close-knit town. The stress and pressures of big city life have pretty much been kept away from this oceanfront sanctuary.Now retired, Massey hasn't lived in Long Beach for some time. But he always looks forward to travels "home" to see family and rekindle that feeling of nostalgia. Feelings which were the inspiration for this story.

About the BookAmylou is based haphazardly on a real-live former love interest and follows a collection of inspiring rural Midwestern baseball players.About the AuthorRobert Meyer is merely a byproduct of his Midwestern upbringing and his own unique flaws.

About the BookFrom a mysterious carnival to robots, to haunted homes and cars and everything in-between, Gene Bushey's Short Stories II covers a wide array of genres. Enclosed within are tales of murder, of giant creatures roaming schools and forests alike, alien instruments, and of a delightfully dreadful game show where winning means coming out alive. Immerse yourself into a variety of worlds and stories, where there is a little something for lovers of all genres, be it thrillers, science fiction, or fantasy.About the AuthorGene Bushey is a funeral director and enjoys playing soccer and being outdoors in his spare time.

About the BookMoe Moe the Shihpoo, shih-tzu mixed poodle, is lovable, mischievous, mysterious, and adventurous. Readers will enjoy Moe Moe Learns his 123s to learn their numbers through rhyming!About the AuthorKenya C. Henderson was born in Hayward, California. She works for the Unites States Federal Government and graduated from George Mason University with a B.A. Degree in Global Affairs. She loves to sing, dance, write and cook.

There's a Gator Under the Banana Tree is an entertaining and well told tale that is fun for both kids and adults to read. The story uses poetry and nonfiction to create vivid images for its readers. The author leaves her readers with powerful imagery and a new respect for nature. The book was written by the author on her first trip to Florida and is a representation of how she felt while exploring the animals and habitats on her adventures there. About the AuthorAmber Caroline Lottie was born in Gouverneur, New York. She currently resides in a small town called Russell that is located in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains with her husband and their three children. She is a teacher at a local school and loves being around children every day. She also enjoys being outside, exploring nature, and photographing her experiences.

About the BookWhen a group of children are accidentally affected by a light experiment, they find themselves with the ability to travel at the speed of light between physical and spiritual realms. Armed with the swords of God's power, warring angels, and the name of Jesus; they learn to battle in the spirit realm to save themselves, their families, and a nearby town from evil plans of destruction.Children of the Light teaches readers the importance of prayer by giving a glimpse of the warfare that rages in a world not seen with natural eyes. So, when things go "bump" in the night, we know what to do to "bump" back using weapons of warfare provided by God.Children of the Light has been called a spiritual warfare manual that teaches with real scripture principles, but is written to provide an exciting and thrilling adventure all ages will enjoy and find hard to put down.About the AuthorChristine Thomas is a licensed, ordained minister and a graduate of Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids, MI. Through her work with various branches of the community including spiritual care and counseling, being a sexual assault victim advocate, and spreading awareness of sex trafficking, she has seen enough damage done from the kingdom of darkness that she is passionate about giving people a chance of winning their spiritual battles, and not just surviving them.She has been married to her husband Jeff for 50 years and has five children and six grandchildren. Some of her grandchildren's names are used as main characters in this book.Her hobbies include dancing, writing, being outdoors, and eating food. If prayer is considered a hobby, then that's one too!

About the BookJenna Graham has dreamed of her someday-the day when she can finally have freedom, safety, and the life she wants. After surviving a neglectful childhood, Jenna finds an escape in wealthy and charming James, but soon her fairy tale Prince Charming turns into her villain, viciously abusing her and locking her inside the lonely rooms of their mansion.Barely holding out hope, a potential savior comes in the form of Bert, one of James's henchmen, who says he has a plan to help Jenna escape. Reluctantly, Jenna chooses to trust him, and as their journey unfolds and more is revealed about Bert's true identity, Jenna learns to trust him and, ultimately, to have hope that she will finally receive her someday.About the AuthorJennie Endicott is a retired supervisor from the corporate offices of a large retailer. She and her husband of thirty years spend most of their time traveling in their motorhome, mostly between Florida and South Carolina. They have two Cavachon dogs that travel with them, as well as two grandchildren they adore. Jennie loves combing beaches for shells, creating seashell art, and paddle boarding.

About the BookFrom a portrait of Black life in New York in the 1960s and '70s to personal experiences with the crack epidemic of the 1980s, Johnnie Davis' memoir unravels the story of one man's life marked by love and family, drugs and violence, and the hardships of navigating life while struggling with addiction. Davis's story is one of redemption. Though his addiction and problems with the law are a constant battle, and his redemption does not come soon enough for his mother to witness it, it is that loss that eventually helps Davis to get clean and work toward a better life, a life that would make his mother proud.About the AuthorJohnnie Davis grew up in Brooklyn, New York. He enjoys cooking, reading, writing, singing, and listening to music. He spends time with family when he can and is always looking for ways to help.

Going fishing with your brother, a one-room schoolhouse, building a fort in a woodpile, picking berries as a family, and little Jay repeatedly falling in the lake, these entertaining stories reflect the rural environment in which author Lance J. Clough was raised. Rural Story Book: Memories and Fabrications helps readers see the freedom and closeness rural living provided in the 1950s. Some accounts are unique to that era. Others tell of activities and adventures two brothers find as they interact with others and their early life settings. In the author's words, "The 'new jeans' story actually happened and I still have trouble believing we actually did that stuff!"About the AuthorLance J. Clough's hobbies consist of antiquing and chair refinishing-if needed-and seat caning/weaving. It relaxes him. Clough was an antique dealer for a short while, but personal health issues made him discontinue it. Reading is his all-encompassing activity. Clough enjoys books from about 1860 to1960. He likes reading American History, especially WWI. He and his wife also enjoy traveling by auto to Southern and Western states. He has family in Texas and Nevada, and grandchildren fill much of his time. His life's work involves food processing and the last thirty-two years of his work history involves federal and state inspection activities.

About the BookThrough an interview with Rick and Laura Suhm, Melody shares her amazing story of debilitating substance abuse while on her journey to finding God's love. Melody also shares 33 of her personal daily devotions, inspired by the Holy Spirit. This work can be used to help you during your own personal journey. A five-week study guide is included, and can be used individually, or in a group setting.About the AuthorMelody Crosby Hale is passionate about her love for God, and she wants to help others find God's love and be able to overcome hardships and strongholds in life... and thrive. She is a true inspiration.Melody helps to lead a support group, Getting and Staying Sober with Codependency, at her local church. She also participates in a jail ministry group at the local jail.Melody continues to steward her cleaning business that was the catalyst to embarking on this book-writing journey with Rick and Laura. Melody's mission through her business is "making a difference in homes and hearts", and she and her staff are very successful in fulfilling this mission.Most important to Melody, after following her love for God, is her family. Melody and her husband live in Louisiana and have continued to build their strong relationship as they both grow in their individual relationships with Christ. They have a beautiful daughter and son in law who have blessed the family with two grandchildren. Melody loves being MeMe to these wonderful grand babies!

About the BookThe Story Continues places the reader into a world of ravenous mad dogs and poorly planned orbital space flights. When the demand for prosperity, immortality and well-being become intolerable, the planet strikes the North American continent, knocking the global headquarters and the National Base of Operations of the Global Criminal Capitol Network out of business.Follow along with Susan, Robert, Dave, Recoil, Stank, and Flight Planner Purguine as they attempt to restore order in the only way they can - their own.About the AuthorDavid Black Nimmo wants to give readers a book to read in a bar parking lot or at a bus stop, and as something to do other than to have to deal with your girlfriend or boyfriend's boring life. In his opinion, there are millions and millions of people without an author, so he placed The Story Continues into production, to provide them with one.The author, who was reportedly born aboard a large ship in the Gulf of Aden on the other side of Yemen, is the son of a BIS bookkeeper and a Scottish soldier, has spent his life creating works of literary genius for regional and local fans, and has written intriguing tales of madness and severity for years.

About the BookFrom Mom and Dad to You is a book about you and for you, dedicated to all children of this world. It will teach you your first steps, how to count, how to see things around you, how to love, how to reach for the stars, how to enjoy, how to grow, how to listen, how to love animals, how to keep the planet healthy, how to be a true friend to your friends, how to be happy children. The author put all his love for his children in this book and tried to show you how much moms and dads care about you and look forward to being a part of your world.From the moment you saw this world both Mom and Dad are here for you to strike a balance in your lives. Moms and dads are the most important beings in your life when you are little. They give you love that you will share with your loved ones later in life. Through the stories in this book you will find the meaning of love and support that you may need later in life. This is a book that mom and dad will read to you at bedtime or when you are enjoying your time together. This is a book to keep your family together, to enjoy and to laugh with.About the AuthorKendell J. Kelly was born on January, 21, 1983 in New York. This is his first children's book. He has been interested in writing since his earliest days, but he has kept his notes for a long time only for himself in his numerous diary books. He is working heavily on another book that will also quickly see the light of day. He is interested in working with children through sports. He plans to become a basketball coach. He loves to spend time with his children, read, play basketball, and travel. He loves to communicate and interact with people every day, learning from them and his surroundings. He plans to publish many more books in the near future with promises of wisdom and adventure.

About the BookMy Friends, the Animals, is a book of poems for children who are learning new words. Inside, children will learn new words by association and rhyming - helping them remember the words.About the AuthorMaya Sol is a retired engineer. She loves nature and outdoor activities. Bird watching and animal observation in the wild are some of her favorite pastimes. She currently lives in beautiful Florida, and frequently visits her lovely children, Allie and Mark, in California, where she used to live for most of her life. She loves children and is a grandmother to two delightful boys.

About the BookAfter the Russian Revolution, Olga Wilmes's family of German Mennonites in the Ukraine endured hardship and trouble. But when World War II came, their community really struggled to survive. Taken by the German army through Poland and into Germany, they barely managed to get to the American Zone of Occupation at the war's end. Then they were shipped to Paraguay, for a life of hard work and intense privation. But God brought Olga and her family to peace and security in America.About the AuthorNewly resident in Texas, Olga Wilmes lived for twenty-six years in New Jersey, the last leg of her journey to freedom. Having been a refugee since early childhood, "I have no education," she says. But Olga Wilmes knows, better than most people, what freedom and God's deliverance are all about.

About the BookDavid Scott's A Bohemian in a Precarious Belfry is a philosophic treatment of life and death via his collection of poems, short stories, essays, and random dialogs - the latter almost as would be experienced by an eavesdropper. It is an unusual reflection on, and examination of, friendship, enmity, joy, strife, hope, and what life does to us in the form of favor and brute random chance, and what we do with one another in the form of friendship, love, loyalty and, too, malevolence and betrayal. All is weaved within fates good and bad, with renewal as experienced and factored into the general human condition.Here is an avenue to a reexamination of life and death and what these constitute: The enthrallments, the potentials to be realized, the limitations, the acceptances, all within the slow grind of uncertain futures... and certain deaths. Perhaps a custom adjustment to living - and dying - is possible. With the removal of political programming, religious indoctrinations, cultural overlays and expectations, and simple fear, there is at least a potential for a new appreciation, a new capacity, for living... living each... any... life.About the AuthorDavid Scott is private and iconoclastic on one hand, and on the other quite social at times; one may wonder how a "bohemian" managed to serve 12 years inside the strictures of the U.S. Army. Mr. Scott himself says, "Ask me: I encountered the most diverse field of people in life during my Army years."After, Scott was an I.T. executive and authored the MBA-text, I.T. WARS: Managing the Business-Technology Weave in the New Millennium. After that foray into non-fiction, he published his first fiction: The Grim Grind of Life: A PI's strange bounces through a surfeit of eateries, juke joints, and dark doorways.He also enjoys crawling through jazz and blues clubs seeking fellow travelers. His love of music has led to a considerable collection of LPs, 78s, Edison discs, and vintage music reproduction equipment from the last century.

About the BookRunning with Unicorns: What I learned from a lifetime of helping my sister with her mental illness proposes that some brains may function in a unique manner. A unicorn is the perfect symbol to depict the strength and power of these individuals. The author wanted to keep the flow of text uncluttered and not get drawn into "normal" thinking and behavior. The world wants to make all individuals part of the herd; trying to fit them into society as we currently know it; trying to "cure them" so that they will be accepted. The question is: should they be cured or should we learn how to help them, acknowledge their special talents, and minimize their fears? In 2016, a site called the "Secret Unicorn Blog" was written by Archie McPhee. He says that, "The unicorn uses its weapons of strength, creativity and audacity to instigate change. The unicorn does not use the opinions and desires of others to decide what it should do, it goes by an inner compass defined by taste, decency, intelligence, and whimsy. Chances are, if you've had your world changed by something, that something was created by a unicorn."About the AuthorCharlotte Gibson was born in Toronto, Canada in 1945. She currently lives in Waterloo, Ontario with her husband Barry, and their Doberman Bracken. They live near their five children and six grandchildren. Charlotte loves fitness, friends and flower arranging. She has an honors B.A. and an M.A. in Community Psychology from Wilfrid Laurier University. With more than 25 years of service in the non-profit world, Charlotte Gibson made it her mission in life to help improve the health and quality of life for people in the province of Ontario. As President and Chief Executive Officer of The Easter Seal Society, Ontario from 1998 to 2005, she was committed to helping children, youth and young adults with physical disabilities live independent and rewarding lives. She moved to Easter Seals from the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario where she held a variety of positions of increasing responsibility from 1985 to 1998.

Brick & Marty is a heartwarming tale about friendship and loyalty. Brick, a lively French bulldog, and his stuffed animal, Marty, are inseparable. But when Marty goes missing during a trip to the pet store, Brick panics. How will he ever find Marty?The unbreakable bond between a pet and their human can bring a sense of endless joy and comfort. Brick & Marty not only teaches children about this beautiful bond, but also how humans can keep their pets safe through the technology of microchipping.About the AuthorDeborah Knowlton breeds French bulldogs in the small town of Owego, New York. One of her many favorite dogs, Brick, was born in August 2019. His bubbly personality spills over as he bounces like a bunny in excitement when he meets new people. Brick is the father of many French bulldog puppies who also exhibit Brick's fun-loving personality. Not only is Brick an important part of Knowlton's breeding program, he is a wonderful addition to Knowlton's home and community. Contact Deborah Knowlton about her bulldogs at bijoufrenchbulldogs@gmail.com.

During the height of Black Lives Matter, a secret society of women take over the government and transform the country. The Rise of a Country follows these women in an alternate and dystopian universe where their extreme actions raise philosophical questions about right and wrong and if the ends justify the means. About the AuthorDestene Savariau is involved in their college's Black Student Union, the student newspaper Southern News, and the Caribbean Student Association. She enjoys dancing, cooking, and writing. She started writing at a young age, around ten. Starting with fanfiction, she then discovered Wattpad and started posting stories there. After a while, she outgrew it and took a break from writing until COVID hit and the murder of George Floyd right after. These events lit a fire in her, and The Rise of a Country was born of that fire. All of her planned prequels, sequels, and spin-offs will turn that fire into a star that will illuminate the world.

About the BookThis series of Christian devotional messages, Letters to God, contains messages written from a personal standpoint. Any who are seeking to know God better might find them helpful and perhaps challenging. It is perhaps unique due to the perspective from which the individual messages are written (personal). In having originally delivered the typically brief messages in text form early in the morning, author William Bean's hope was that the recipients, who might not otherwise, would have exposure to God as they begin their day. As you enjoy these devotionals. may you be drawn closer to God.About the AuthorFrom a young age, William Bean always desired to write a book, although he never anticipated it would come in the form of this work. He became a follower of Christ in his mid-thirties, and has since become a devoted, faithful student of God's word. He enjoys sharing his discoveries from within God's Word through teaching in his local church, and he serves in various capacities within it.William is a husband, father, and grandfather, but first and foremost he is a deeply devoted disciple of Jesus Christ. He is not a pastor but does consider himself to be a minister of the Word of God.

About the BookIn 1920, in a rural mining community, a young twenty-three-year-old widow and her three small daughters are sent off to live with her deceased husband's family. Once there and settled in, she and the daughters are found dead in the most heinous of ways. A hundred years later, a woman with the gift of psychometry purchases the home where the family was found. Soon she discovers a secret hiding spot and a journal containing tales from the dead.As We Laid Down to Sleep... is a story of love and heartache, sin and murder, and a woman on a mission to find the truth.About the AuthorD.B. Sevener was born in rural Kentucky in 1955. She lived with her mother and older sister in extreme poverty, usually having nothing for light but a coal lamp. She grew up sitting on the porch with her mother, listening to her tell stories of her family.Her life is very full - with a husband, three grown children, and seven grandchildren. She has an honorary daughter and two honorary grandchildren. She loves being with her family - they go sightseeing and for rides in the forest. They have parties and play games.She is not mundane - she is an Eclectic. She is like her mama; she is a storyteller.

The fast, able, and beautiful Essex-built schooners that fished out of Gloucester during the latter half of the nineteenth century and early years of the twentieth brought fortune and lasting fame to their communities, and were in their time the envy of the maritime world. This book explores how they evolved over a timeline in response to the demands of the fisheries, changing technology, and calls for greater safety to better protect those who put their lives in harm's way, and does so in a way comprehensible and enjoyable for afficionado and layperson alike. It demystifies the plans of these vessels, and through the use of fine-art models shows how they, at once both scullery maids and princesses, actually appeared when fitted out and ready to do business on the great waters.Willard E. Andrews has deep family roots on Cape Ann, and after retirement from the practice general surgery in Juneau, Alaska, returned to those roots to spend twenty-five years studying, researching, and building fine-art models of Essex-built Gloucester fishing schooners. This book is the ultimate expression of that work. He and wife Linda now live in the central Idaho Rockies, but return to Gloucester every year to be around saltwater and spend time at the cottage built by his grandfather on land that has been in his family since 1803.

Follow Tiffany the Tiger as she gains her confidence and asserts herself. Tiffany finds an unlikely friend who helps her become confident.About the AuthorBorn in New York City, Kimball J. Bradley was raised in a suburb of New York called Darrien. Kimball grew up with dyslexia and could barely read or write, even went to a special school for children with learning disabilities. He has become a published author to make his dreams come true and overcome his struggle. He has always excelled in sports such as football, swimming, martial arts, and lacrosse. Kimball has also always had a love for the outdoors.

My Barefoot Days is a tender and deeply personal journey back in time to the childhood of William Tate as he grew up in the small town of Grapevine, Texas in the first half of the twentieth century. Before becoming mayor at age 30 and dutifully serving his hometown for forty-seven years, Tate was a bright-eyed child finding adventure on his family's farm and on the pleasant streets of a blossoming Grapevine. This book is as much a memoir as it is a portrayal of the hope and unity of small-town America, and how close-knit communities such as Grapevine come to shape us as individuals. William D. Tate was born and raised in Grapevine, Texas. He received his bachelor's degree in Accounting from North Texas State University and his juris doctor degree from the University of Houston. He served as city attorney and on city council in Grapevine before becoming mayor, a position he has held for the past forty-seven years. He is the longest serving mayor in Texas and the third longest serving mayor in the United States.

A live video was shared on social media when Mike Brown was murdered that I have not seen since the day it was shared.I saw the officer shoot him in the head after he was already laid out on the ground from being shot while running away. This heartless treatment could not have been committed upon an unarmed human being who was seen as a person, like a neighbor or even just a familiar face from the neighborhood. What or who did the police and the county prosecutor see Mike Brown to be when his murder was dismissed like the removal of a pest?While the world has gotten smaller due to technology and other innovations people have somehow become less and less human to one another. We see everything through a screen that filters out feelings and essential realities like the fact that each person has a history and life connections. The challenges of life are many but that's how we know that we are alive when we overcome one at a time. I wonder what this world would be like if MLK had survived his wound and even Mike Brown. Could we have been better next door neighbors to them? As small as this world has become no one is any further away than our own next door neighbor, so in Edgar Jones's story, he hopes you see what his life was like being the Boy Next Door to Ferguson.Boy Next Door to Ferguson is about an ordinary Black boy who struggles in every area, including speaking, from birth. The greatest lesson learned from living will be that every life matters if we only take the time to care. The humorous details of growing up next door to Ferguson with the village of Black people that made up Kinloch, Missouri, will surprise those who can't relate to 50 years of searching for God's blessing just to see it's been all around us all of the time.