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About the BookGrowing conflicted after years in seminary studies, the author became restless to find a challenge in his spiritual journey. Home No More is the culmination of journals he kept over the years detailing his decisions, choices, and ultimate path from the Philadelphia Seminary to the Priesthood to eventually taking a very different direction.About the AuthorFrancis Sullivan was raised in a Catholic family, attended Catholic schools, leading to his decision to enter Philadelphia Catholic Seminary to become a Catholic priest. At the end of his college years, he went to Europe for four years of theology at the University of Louvain in Belgium. He visited the Holy Land with a group of English Pilgrims, came home for ordination to priesthood in the Diocese of Allentown, and was assigned as Catholic Chaplain at Lehigh University. After being dismissed by the Bishop, Sullivan was accepted by the Archbishop of Baltimore, where he served in an inner-city parish, met his future wife, and resigned priest status to marry Fontaine. They were together for forty-eight years until her death two years ago. Sullivan is retired and living with daughter, Kate, in San Diego, California.

About the BookKatherine (Kit) Ballas Williams was nearly beaten to death as a child, but Will Patricks, a boy from her neighborhood, took some of the blows and saved her life. Kit was then sent to live with her grandfather, a cold, unfeeling man, and Will thought he would never see her again.Years later, as Kit reaches the age of eighteen, she frees herself from her grandfather's strict and overbearing household and returns to her hometown to uncover the secrets of her past. Will, now a police officer, makes it his duty to look after her as she stumbles through a tense relationship with her mother, criminal boyfriends, and learning the truth about her father. But as Kit and Will continue to get closer, a spark between them is ignited, and they learn to traverse their challenges in life together.About the AuthorAnita V Moran has been a cook at Jack-in-the-Box, a federal researcher for thirty-five years, an emergency vet technician, an American Iris Society judge and board member. She hybridizes irises and daylilies, is an environmental engineer, and a mother to three sons. Through it all, Moran has been writing for as long as she can remember. All through her life stories filled her mind and she only shared them with those closest to her. Only recently has Moran decided to share her work outside her circle.

About the BookIn Key West: A Smuggler's Tale, we meet Bobby Campo, a journalist and native of Key West who is writing his first novel about a subject that has interested him for a number of years. His interview begins with a legendary Key West smuggler, a childhood friend of his very straight-laced father and mother (or so he thought).In the early 1970s until the early 1980s, Norberto Belafonte Diaz smuggled marijuana into the Keys. During the interview he takes Bobby on a winding trail, not only down the backroads of their island home but also down the backroads of that dark history. Bobby is introduced to some of the most memorable characters of that time, each with their own adventure-filled stories.But unbeknownst to Bobby, Norberto is leading him down a path that he has chosen carefully.Key West: A Smuggler's Tale teaches us in the end that under the watchful eye of fate, old wounds can be finally healed.About the AuthorRichard now resides with the love of his life Michelle, in Jensen Beach, Fl. They both enjoy the retired life. When not traveling they wake each morning to the sound and sight of the ocean as it touches the shore. Life's adventures have turned to memories of a life worth living. Richard plans to continue to write about life on a spit of land surrounded by ocean far far away from normal, but always his idea of paradise. Key West, the place where his dreams became realities.

To Love Again: The Fairchild StoryBy: Cam O'KeefeLady Katherine Fairchild senses a secret whispered within the walls of Faircastle. Her search for the child spoken of leads to a reunion of souls who have never met, two young women, who enter unknown places of self discovery, love and forgiveness. With the unexpected return of a seeming stranger, secrets are confessed, questions are answered, sins are forgiven, and relationships are healed. Through their unique bond, Katherine and Arelia gift Sir Daniel with the family he has always yearned for, and Fairchild Province becomes more than anyone could have ever imagined.About the AuthorCam O'Keefe has always enjoyed reading, Church history, kids sports, and community activities. After years of teaching, she currently substitutes for a small Catholic school. Most of her time is spent writing, and with her family and friends.

Thirty-Three: A Poetic Device is a poetry journal. Journaling has always been a creative and therapeutic outlet for us as women. We wrote in diaries as young girls, and now we have something for the thirty-three-year-old version of ourselves. Authors Angelica Howard and Ajia Z. Johnson let the poetic emotions of their younger selves motivate them to create this poetic device with the intention to inspire and provoke thought no matter how good, bad, or ugly that may be; journaling helps to get it out. Howard and Johnson encourage readers to honor their own thoughts through the journal prompts. Life is what you make it, and when you are intentional about your desires, by writing them down and making them plain, magic happens.About the AuthorsAngelica Howard is a thirty-three-year-old educator and entrepreneur. She is a student of life whose main goal is to expose young people to culture, art, balance, and discipline. Throughout her ten years of teaching English, public speaking, debate, and life skills, she is now a graduation coach where she encourages and prepares young people to be college and career ready. Ajia is a thirty-three-year-old wife and mom of five. She is an entrepreneur and certified life coach. After being forced to retire from styling hair due to an injured wrist, she began putting her all into her first passion, which is words, essentially writing books and speaking. She most recently launched a podcast called Alchemy with Ajia Z. and hosts group and one-on-one life-coaching sessions for men and women of all ages. Ajia and Angelica started a lifestyle brand called Heirlvnd that provides tools for building generational wealth through fashion.

In her vivid first-hand account, author Donna Searle McLay recounts the uncertainty, the confusion, and the intimate details of the voyage of several thousand civilians as the families of U.S. Navy and Marines stationed in Cuba were evacuated to Norfolk, Virginia, in October, 1962, at the beginning of the Cuban Missile Crisis.President John F. Kennedy and Russian Premier Nikita Khrushchev agreed that nuclear war was not an option, and thus ended an international crisis, but only after days and weeks of behind-the-scenes meetings and concurrent wide-spread concerns by all.

Those that love horror, sci-fi, drama, fantasy, and magical realism, this book is just for all of you.About the AuthorShantia Kent enjoys reading horror, gothic fiction, fantasy, science fiction, and adventure books.

About the BookKamala! combines current geographic facts with predictions of the future to empower young women to strive to be leaders for tomorrow. Kamala! reminds us that all things are possible!About the AuthorDavid Edward is a graduate from the University of Southern California and currently living in Los Angeles. He is a feminist, a figure skater, and an animal rights activist! Edward has two little Pit Bulls and a devoted Chihuahua. In his spare time, he is either writing, ice skating, or fostering stray animals until they find a forever home.

About the BookIn 1995, Rusty Busby moved to the small Texas town of Comfort (population: 2,000) and placed an ad in the local newspaper proposing to start a game of 42 every Friday. When the time came, the domino aficionados congregated in front of the historic Ingenhuett Store (the oldest continuously operating general store in Texas at the time), and a kind of magic was born. For the next twenty-seven years, this group of friends would meet every week to play their favorite game, discuss solutions for the world's problems, and maybe get into some mischief once in a while...About the AuthorRusty Busby is a native of San Antonio, Texas. Before retiring, Busby was a practicing lawyer for over fifty years. He is a sixth generation Texan and is deeply passionate about Texas history. He currently resides in Comfort, Texas, where he enjoys hunting, fishing, and, of course, playing 42.

About the BookSacred Garden is about hope and healing to overcome challenges and live your best life. It teaches how to transform heartache to victory.This book includes powerful strategies that are well used in the field of psychology. It will help you discover the best of who you are. It describes revolutionary ideas for individual and collective transformation. It inspires spiritual growth through meditation and energy work. Sacred Garden is so relevant in a society saturated in trauma. It provides readers with mindful tools to cultivate peace, joy, and happiness. It includes personal and clinical examples of struggle and heartache matched with mindful methods to overcome. You will learn viable, lasting practices that lead to abundance.We create our destiny. We can enjoy the journey, delight in life, and be enchanted. Life is abundant and truly magical when we learn to be mindful and appreciate our many gifts.About the AuthorAmy Lynn has practiced in the field of psychology for over twenty years, helping thousands of patients find hope and healing. She is a proud mother of two incredible kids who now have amazing families of their own including all her wonderful grands! Amy runs a private practice in the heart of downtown Sioux City. She offers mindful meditation seminars and empowerment workshops worldwide. She has masters degrees in psychology, clinical mental health, and addictions therapy. She is a nationally certified professional counselor, a licensed psychotherapist, and a wellness coach in the areas of empowerment, personal discovery, and spiritual growth.

About the BookWelcome to the Realm, where magic is in abundance but so is Evil.Henry thought the plane crash would be the event that changed his life. He wasn't expecting to meet a fairy, a creature he knew only from books. But when Creileigh meets him in the forest, both of their lives will be forever different.Tossed into a new world, Henry has a lot to learn. Will he be able to do so before Evil rises?About the AuthorR.M. Cowan is a retired businessman and executive. He is a father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

About the BookMolly the Multitasker has it all: with her long, golden hair and many special talents, she seems to be absolutely perfect. However, what people don't understand about Molly is that despite all of the wonderful things about her, she doesn't make friends easily and is very lonely. No one is perfect, we are all special in our own unique ways, and we all need friends. Molly the Multitasker promotes inclusion, discourages bullying, and encourages shy children to take a risk and make a new friend.About the AuthorRhonda Hartung has been a registered nurse for over twenty years with a master's degree in Health Law from Loyola University School of Law in Chicago. She is a mother of two, a freelance writer, and a healthcare, women's, and children's advocate.

About the BookSarah Barnes is a young anthropologist working in the cleaning room at the National Museum, taking care of some of its ancient artifacts. It's a bit of a humdrum life, however, it does have its perks. For every once in a while, she is allowed to head out into the field for some real treasure hunting.After a near death experience on the plains of Africa, at the hands of her long-time nemesis, Sarah becomes entwined in a far larger mystery at home. One of riddles and murders and all things mysterious.After teaming up with a handsome curator of a rival museum and making a dangerous trip to the Florida Keys, Sarah eventually finds herself on her way to the South Pacific as the clues of the riddle begin to unfold.Once there, she finds all is not what it seems, and an enemy that has returned to haunt her!Join Sarah Barnes on her first thrilling adventure, one in which she even receives a new name for all of her efforts.About the AuthorP. J. Hatton is a native of Vancouver, Canada. He is both an engineer and project manager in addition to being an active member of his church and the Knights of Columbus. Yet, he is also very spirited at putting his imagination to paper with several novels already to his credit. He recently returned from a trip to the fabled Easter Island where he received inspiration for this book.- This is my first foray into a real adventure story set in modern times and at a location I am most excited about. Savannah Barnes is also my first, lead heroine who is about to face a wild thrill ride of exploration and suspense.I hope you like it!

About the BookMighty Martha wants nothing more than to be president. No matter how small you might feel, we are all capable of being mighty like Martha, if we have the confidence to believe in ourselves and work towards our dreams.About the AuthorKelly Orris graduated with a degree in Human Development and family studies with a concentration in child and youth development. She worked as a gymnastics teacher for eight years before becoming a nanny for two boys. After her experience nannying, Orris owned a Gymboree Play and Music for several years, fostering growth and education in young children. Working with children and families has always been Orris' life's mission. Orris' hobbies include reading books, yoga, being outdoors, and spending time with family, friends, and her two cats.

About the BookA tired old man lives alone in the ruined settlement of a splintered faction at the tallest peak in the Blood Mountains. Aided by the mysterious nature of the mountains, no creature ventures upward while he stands guard. That's how it was for nearly fifty years. Then, someone new arrives at the mountains, and the nameless guardian decides that if he is to face what's coming next and prevail, they must not leave. As the two prepare themselves, unseen threats formed by fear and regrets loom behind each of them.

About the BookTragedy strikes, as it too often does, for couple Grenadie and Le Marcus. Out of the abundance of her heart, Grenadie endeavours to lift herself up and bring Le Marcus along with her. In this heartwarming young adult fiction novel, the main characters decide to make lemonade from the lemons hailing down on them.Author Monique Wright describes this story as a perfect example of how one can "pick up another person's soul, dust it off, and help them succeed in a second chance at life." Writing from personal experience, her pen hits these pages with no timidity nor harshness. Common themes include spiritual experiences of good and evil, hearts of stone and hearts of flesh, and above all: love pouring from the wretched cold. Follow Grenadie and Le Marcus' road to healing with the goodness of the Lord in Walker's Rooming House of Salvaged Souls.About the AuthorMonique Wright was born the seventh of twelve children in Savannah, Georgia. Her mother passed soon after her birth, and her mom's sister acted as her main caregiver, giving her five additional siblings. Her hobbies currently include reading, cooking Italian cuisine, and endeavoring to garden. She has four children.Monique was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2013, which obliged her to stop working in 2017. This involuntary change deeply impacted her. She battled clinical depression for many years until she "finally accepted the closed door and crawled through the window: I began writing."

About the BookI Stand in Awe is one woman's unique perspective on religion and biblical verses. The book includes the author's analysis of selected bible verses, her own unique religious experiences, and several special prayers she wrote. The focal point of the book is the power and grace of God. This concise book is intended to hold the reader's interest, not to exhaust them. It emphasizes the importance of paying homage to God, the creator and sustainer of the universe. The biblical excerpts and personal applications serve as a reminder of our existence as creatures of God. It is the author's hope that readers will find renewed faith and hope in their daily life after reading this special book.About the AuthorH. A. McKinley was born in Jamaica, West Indies. She became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 1999 and currently resides in Mount Vernon, New York. McKinley recently retired from many years of working in elementary education, where she enjoyed working with younger students. She also has loved writing as a hobby since she was a child. McKinley also believes that delayed or repressed passion may become dormant but never dies. She is a graduate of Sam Sharpe Teachers College in Jamaica, West Indies and earned a BA from the College of New Rochelle, New York.

About the BookAlex is a brave and kind little boy. Sometimes he acts differently than other children when he is really happy or sad, but just like other children, he loves to have fun and play with his friends. Adventures with Alex teaches children that being different is something to be celebrated not something to be afraid of.About the AuthorAlexis is healthcare professional who cares for kids with all needs. She hosts a weekly Autism Support group in her local community and volunteers in her spare time. Her greatest accomplishment is being the mother of two children, Noah and Terriana.

About the Book "Worlds, the King's Pawn" is an epic battle of good versus evil. The story is written from multiple character's point of view as it follows the journeys of several sentient super beings in the Zynon Galaxy. The characters explore a wide array of deep matters, including the meaning of consciousness, sentience, freewill, artificial intelligence, and the purpose of existence itself. About the Author Mike Cahill is very interested in current events. After attending the University of Massachusetts, he received a bachelor's degree in Political Science, and considers himself a student of history. He has worked in information technology for nearly thirty years and has a particular interest in Cloud Identity Security. "Based on characters created by Mike Cahill and Alex Moll"

About the BookScarred addresses the struggles in life's journey, and how those struggles can be overcome. Emotional scars are often just as permanent as physical scars, but also like a physical scar, may heal over time.About the AuthorJonathan E. Pariseau enjoys spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoys doing as much as he can around the house on his own, and enlisting help from his grandchildren. Pariseau has been working in Social Work for 30 years.

About the BookIf You..Love your family..Are a child of immigrant parents..Love your mixed heritage..Are a diligent worker but don't get the credit..Work a Job that is frowned upon by most people..Are being bullied or taken advantage of..Are a comic reader..Action junkie..Want to understand Patois (Jamaican Slang)..Watch Kung Fu or Martial ArtsThis Book is for You

About the BookNorman lives in Mrs. B.'s classroom. He even has his own little bed! He is one very happy cow! Mrs. B. and Norman love to welcome all the new kindergarten students into the classroom at the start of each year.Inspired by a true story from author Susan Benjamin's own kindergarten classroom, Norman the Kindergarten Cow shows the importance of making new students feel welcome and secure on their first day of school.About the AuthorSusan Benjamin taught elementary school for thirty years and has also worked as an educational consultant where she traveled to many states to share her ideas. Her husband taught physical education in the same school, and together they coached women's gymnastics. She and her husband have two sons, one daughter, three granddaughters, and one grandson, as well as three pups whom they love. She enjoys skiing, walking, and kayaking.

About the BookExodus 2: Cuando un Dios enojado habla es sobre el autodescubrimiento y el conocimiento de cómo Dios envió a Peter Presley aquí para un propósito especial.Dios solo reveló el propósito de Pedro después de completar su entrenamiento de vida para que pudiera seguir adelante con su plan por el resto de su vida. Era importante que Pedro escribiera este libro en su propia palabra como un registro de cómo Dios lo guió y protegió hasta que lo necesitó para hacer su trabajo. Este libro es para hacer que todos tomen conciencia de que Dios está enviando un mensaje, no sólo a su pueblo sino al mundo, de que está poniendo fin a esta era. Han pasado más de 2000 años desde que Dios eligió enviar un mensaje como este a su pueblo. La vida de Pedro ha sido una serie de eventos que lo han preparado de manera única para la tarea que emprenderá.

Discover Upward Thinking Theory (UTT), a cognitive level of explicit learning for grade school students which utilizes the 4-Es: Exposure, Experience, Execution, and Extension. Targeting each and every student, UTT fosters student apprenticeship by promoting independence and sustained community improvement. Not only does UTT reinforce students' performance, it also enhances teachers' pedagogy, supporting teachers in their craft and ensuring their professional growth.About the AuthorDr. James Eustache Philemy joined the New York City Department of Education in 1989 as a licensed teacher of common branches, grades 1 to 6, after earning a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Bachelor of Science in Applied Math and Statistics from Stony Brook University in 1986. Subsequently, he received his Master's in Technological Systems Management and Industrial Engineering in 1987. A licensed bilingual common branch teacher, in the year 1994, he received a Master of Science in Bilingual Education from Long Island University's Brooklyn campus. Dr. Philemy advanced with his post-graduate studies at Bank Street College of Education in 1995, where he earned an M.Ed in Leadership and Administration.He is currently retired after serving more than 17 years as principal of P.S./I.S. 208 in Queens, and for over 31 years with NYC Department of Education. During the school year 2018/2019, Dr. Philemy served as master principal for the Office of Leadership, NYC DOE, to mentor/coach five newly assigned principals. He has been a lecturer in the Educational Leadership Program for Stony Brook University and Queens College, preparing aspiring school administrators in school budget and operations, leadership theories, and school building administration.Dr. Philemy studied at Hofstra University for the degree of Doctor of Education in Specialized Programs in Education. He successfully defended his dissertation entitled: "Parents' Perception: Understanding Parental Involvement Through the Lens of Community-Based Organizations" in May 2017 and obtained his doctorate in Education and Policy Leadership in August 2017. Additionally, Dr. Philemy is a humanitarian and philanthropist. As such, he co-founded NEGES (Nest for Educational Growth and Environmental Safety) in 1996 and recently, IMODEL (Institut Moderne de Leogane). With a clear focus on energy conservation and environmental protection, NEGES has been providing technical support and educational assistance to the community of Leogane, Haiti, in environmental protection and energy conservation. After the horrific and devastating earthquake of January 2010, NEGES has played an instrumental role in building community awareness by engaging the underserved neighborhoods in grass roots projects that enhance their knowledge of self, family, and community. Dr. Philemy is fluent in English, Haitian Creole, French, and Spanish, and passionate for the arts. He excels in free hand art, sketching, calligraphy, painting, and more. As an educator, he strongly believes that children should become proficient in the science of the arts and the arts of the sciences. He is very eclectic in his tastes for art and music.

About the BookAs Dr. Michael Ellman and his team of six other scientists work to complete the time machine, Travelizer, things get out of balance when the results are not as they hoped for. A portal is formed, risks are taken, and the fear of failure begins to overwhelm. For as the air has shifted and the laws of nature change, even time itself seems to have been tampered with. Distressed and in wonder, Dr. Ellman and the others, now separated by all odds, face a land of threats that are beyond their understanding, leaving themselves with only their strength and wits to discover the mysteries of the other dimension. Little did they know, this was just the beginning... About the AuthorJoshua D. Faulkner grew up in Iowa, and has earned a bachelor's degree in Intercultural Studies at Lincoln Christian University with an aspiration to never stop learning. The Other Dimension is the first novel he has published, but in continuing this book series and branching out to other story ideas that have formulated in his writing journey, he is set on giving you another page to turn. Other than writing, Joshua spends his time reading fiction and non-fiction alike, collecting LEGO, watching and studying films, and creating content on YouTube.

About the AuthorSpecial Agent Liz Hamilton--a witch with the dueling powers of fire and ice--knows an ancient magic is at play when young therian women begin surfacing as exquisite marble statues. The Marble Dealer follows Liz's race to try and save these women. But the wereanimal victims aren't the only people the killer is interested in...Liz discovers she's part of a mystical prophecy that will only complicate her (non-existent) love life more. Can Liz hunt the killer and run from her fated future at the same time?About the AuthorPolly Kotowski has been telling stories in television and podcasts for the last decade. She's written, produced and casted for some of the most popular shows in daytime and true crime (The Dr. Phil Show, Crime Watch Daily with Chris Hansen, Jensen and Holes: The Murder Squad, Court Junkie). The Marble Dealer is her first novel and she uses her true crime experience to weave the mystery.Polly lives in Los Angeles with her daughter. When she's not writing, she's probably at a sporting event or goofing off with her child.

About the BookTales of Peter Rabbit and Friends Book One is the first volume of the classic series that has become one of the most popular vibrant, fun and family stories of all time. Lil Pete, short for Peter, is an adventurous young rabbit that embarks on an extraordinary journey in his hometown Willow Tree Meadow, which involves himself, his family, friends, an evil rat named Rat McCade, and much more.Young readers will have a more delightful reading experience if they listen to the Music Tales Audiotapes that help expand their reading comprehension and listening skills with its lively music and words taken from the Music Tales Piano Method Book 1.About the AuthorSharon Shaheed is the CEO, Founder, and President of Piano Play Music Systems in Southern California. She has a Bachelor's in Music and a Master's in Piano Performance. With her 33-year-old track record as a music educator and songwriter, Ms. Shaheed has dedicated her life to teaching music to children. She has written a series of music books, songs and develop software to encourage and inspire young children to have a desire to learn music."Peter and Friends" are based on songs from the Music Tales Book series written by Ms. Shaheed. Ms. Shaheed wrote the music and stories to help students understand and enjoy their songs more. Every story and song's purpose is to help build students' confidence, develop positive self-awareness, and encourage them to dream bigger.

About the BookA land, hidden from the outside world, is about to get shaken to its very core. Sixteen-year-old Grace has spent most of her life in servitude after her father dies mysteriously. Her life changes when she becomes engaged to an elf prince in line to become King of Illusia. Her family is anything but happy about the engagement. When Grace's stepmother, Scarlett, sets her sights on ruin, the kingdom will never be the same.About the AuthorJ.L. Shiloh is a long-time creator of imaginative new worlds, writing plays and interactive games for community events, as well as creating stories for family and friends. J.L. Shiloh's main hobbies and interests begin and end with their spouse and children.

About the BookWhen Sal Milano named his Greenwich Village dive bar "Characters," he had no idea how serendipitous the name would be. 'Regulars' like Black Lil, Old Man Eddie, and Miguel, the in-house coke dealer, might be joined on any given night by Kenny, an Australian hermaphrodite, Edgar, the after-hours DJ, his stripper/girlfriend, Amber, and the gang of local neighborhood thugs affectionately known as "the Bowery Boys."There's also a steady stream of "irregulars," some famous, some infamous, and all of them endlessly fascinating to the bartender, Billy. When a once-respected journalist named Samantha Bigelow approaches Billy with a proposition for him to start feeding her celebrity items for her new column, he figures, "What could go wrong?" As it turns out, quite a bit, and Billy soon finds himself thrust into a maelstrom of murder and mayhem as he races against the clock to prevent his entire world from imploding.About the AuthorWilliam Collins studied theater at the University of Connecticut before moving to New York City, where he worked as a bartender, private investigator, waiter, photographer's assistant, actor, writer, and director. "Characters" is his first novel.