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About the BookTitleist is about the golf ball that got hit off the moon in 1971. It ricocheted off a meteorite and eventually got lodged on another meteorite and traveled through space, eventually landing on another planet. This planet was almost exactly like Earth except that all the people were the size of small ants. Unfortunately, the ball carried with it a virus that infected the entire planet. Those unaffected left the planet in a spaceship just like the ball in search of an antidote to save the planet.A fast-paced adventure ensues as the brave crew of the spaceship Titleist hurls toward Earth in search of a cure.About the AuthorMichael Strahle was born in McCloud, CA and raised in and around Redding, CA his entire life. After graduating high school, he became a full-time logger by the age of 19 and by the age of 20, a friend had introduced him to snow skiing, which changed his life. He became obsessed with the sport, but his life changed forever when he suddenly broke his neck. He became a quadriplegic at that moment. Luckily, he could move his arms, but had no grip in his hands. After a month and a half of work in rehab, he could feed himself again. This accident was the root of his burning desire to make the best of bad situations.After spending three months in the hospital, he vowed to go sailing the day after returning home. With the help of his friends and brother, he went sailing as planned. With the help of a local muffler shop, he came up with the idea for a seat that would still allow him to see while on the catamaran he owned and within a year had a patent on a device called "Trapseats" to help disabled people sail.Since it requires experienced people to help disabled sailors to go sailing, he has started an organization called the Reading Yacht Club to give kids, adults, seniors, and disabled people from all around the world a destination to travel to and go sailing with a friendly and helpful crowd of experienced sailors. Their mission is to focus on enhancing people's lives through sailing and promoting safe boating.

About the BookIn this day and age, the world is very loud and distracting. We are constantly bombarded with anti-morals, anti-Christian, and anti-religion messages through all types of media.The Scriptures cover about 6000 years of man's history. The messages found within them were consistent throughout this history. Scripture-Based Answers to Some Life Questions uses the scriptures to show how knowing who we are, why we are here, and much more is relevant in our lives. If this book can guide even one person to have more peace, direction, and foundation in their lives, it has served its purpose.About the AuthorKelly G. Jones is a wife and the mother of six children. She has taught seminary, Sunday school, primary, women, and youth groups for more than thirty years. She has found that teaching directly from the Scriptures and words of the prophets is the most effective method. Jones's hobbies and special interests include gardening, landscaping, and remodeling her home. She loves the beauty in the world and loves being a part of making it more beautiful. Jones is also part owner in a guardrail construction company and a farm/ranch. She loves her life and has found peace even in tumultuous times.

About the BookThe Analog Parent: Raising Your Kids in a Digital World is a guide for parents trying to navigate parenting in the modern age, where the internet, social media, and unlimited information pose a threat to your children. Because the family is the most important social unit in society, learning how to protect yours and raise your children to be happy, healthy, highly-functioning adults is vital. Author Anthony Losacco brings personal anecdotes to the forefront to illustrate how he ran his family in the digital era, recounting the struggles, successes, and fond moments he experienced through it all.About the AuthorAnthony Losacco studied to be a psychiatrist, threw that away to be a rockstar, and wound up with a successful career in IT. The Analog Parent: Raising Your Kids in a Digital World is his sixth book. When he is not writing, Losacco is spending time with his family.

About the BookMatt Sacchetti is the soft-spoken director of a funeral home in a small town. His friends are unaware of his past and oblivious to the waking nightmares he lives with. Matt was a boxer at college. It paid his tuition. But when he chose his boxing career over Mary, she left him. Tormented by regret, he hasn't boxed since. Now, the college wants him to box again. It's a charity event, but he knows the fight will be more violent than people expect. Neither side wants to lose. Mary, now married to someone else, will be there cheering him on, but his opponent is young, quick, and skilled. And Matt doesn't know what will come next.About the AuthorWalter Flagg has been a funeral director for over 25 years, working in all aspects of the funeral industry. He is also a longtime fan of the sport of boxing, and has incorporated his experiences of both life and death to write this book. In the brief times when he is not working, Flagg enjoys spending time with his children, reading (Stephen King mostly), fishing, and working out.

About the BookDOWNBEAT NOIR - The tale of a rock band'sjourney through the tumultuous sixties, led by an otherworldly guitar God - or Devil; and the fate of his hapless bandmates...and two strong, contrastingly different women...About the AuthorJoe Geremito occupies his time with family, writing fiction, and performing and composingmusic. He is currently at work on his secondnovel.

About the BookThis humorous, heartwarming memoir chronicles the story of Betty and Lou as they set out with positive resolve and absolute determination to find a puppy, raise it with great love in their hearts, train it to the best of their abilities, and have the dog of their dreams. The story begins with the events that brought them to purchase Honey as a puppy in the first place. The story describes the comical events, the unforeseen mishaps and the outlandish adventures throughout Honey's lifetime as Fate, Destiny, and Lady Luck have an extraordinary influence on the outcome of Betty and Lou's original plan.About the AuthorElizabeth A. Hann lives in New England with her newest rescue dog. She loves to travel, especially to the National Parks, and has visited many popular areas along the East Coast from Maine to Florida as well as many locations throughout the South, Midwest and Western states. She spends her free time reading, swimming, and walking. Her favorite pastime is horseback riding along the trails and ocean shores of Narragansett Bay.

About the BookWhat if the fate of humanity depended on the relationship that developed between an obscure martial arts instructor and an insecure teenage girl? And what if they never met? Imagine you had never met your mentor, who guided you through your young years, or your friend who stood by you through difficult times. Your life may have turned out quite different if people had not been there to offer advice and support. These things seem trivial in the grand scheme of the world, but let us put the philosophy on a historical level.The Time Watchers shows us all these events would have had a dramatic change in the world's history had the outcome been different. Yet all of them were dependent on decisions made by people who could have chosen another way.About the AuthorF. Henry Peters is on the Board of Directors for his Homeowners Association.

About the BookAfter years of being emotionally and physically abused Claire finds herself on the run from her wealthy husband. With the help of friends-women in high places, as well as staff members-Claire is able to fly away, with a new identity. But how long can she stay under her well-connected husband's radar? Exit Row is the first book in a warm-hearted thriller that proves you don't have to stay in a loveless, abusive marriage to survive. Friends will always be there for those willing to change their lives.About the AuthorAmy M. Washington is a U.S. Army Veteran. Her father is a Vietnam Era Veteran. She has been married to the love of her life, who is also a U.S. Army retiree, for over twenty years. They have five children between the two of them. She is a graduate of Jefferson Community College with an associate's degree in applied science, Averett University with a bachelor's degree in business administration, and American Public University with a master's degree in legal studies. She is originally from Conway, South Carolina, but now lives in Upstate New York.

About the BookYoung and full of dreams, Hanna Blaser made her way from Switzerland to the United States to work as an au pair in the early sixties. As she began traveling and moving around the States, she met her first husband and they had their son, Luke. A smart kid but lacking in the structure he needed for a child with ADHD and bipolar disorder in the seventies and eighties, he eventually turned to a life of self-medication through drugs and alcohol.Hanna Blaser's The Mortal Wound is a heart-wrenching tale of the pain and trauma associated with a loved one's, especially a child's, addiction. From the cycle of detoxing and the heartbreak of relapsing, Blaser's journey as a mother of a son with an addiction has been a whirlwind of tough love and hard decisions at every corner. But she hopes her story, although tragic, can encourage others to learn from her story and to not give up on your loved one, to hopefully save a life.About the AuthorHanna Blaser is a retired clinical social worker. She is currently involved in a two-year medical trial for macular degeneration. She hopes the trial can become FDA approved so others like her do not need a monthly injection to keep their sight.Blaser enjoys reading, games, gardening, knitting, cooking, movies, and music.

About the BookAround and About is a combination of an around-the-world travel experience and a sort of mind walk of author Craig J. Thompson's thoughts. Many of his experiences in this book actually happened and reveal the points of view of people around the world. The travel log and mind walk are interwoven as two distinct threads in the book, and in many ways each relates to the other. Join him on his journey!About the AuthorCraig J. Thompson graduated with a degree in biology from UCLA. He spent three years traveling around the world, gleaning a point of view he does not encounter in the United States.

About the BookWe all know God loves us, yet accountability comes, but recovery is available for those who wish to be holy, healthy, and forgiven unto salvation. God's hand reaches down with His grace and love to bring awareness, healing, growth, and physical and mental health. We can learn to avoid wickedness and unlawful acts through Him. With Workbook for My Body Is a Sacrifice, we learn the vital importance of safety, virginity, boundaries, and self-confidence. God desires to help the victim and violators. We must be alert and protect and teach our children. Even those who refuse to believe in Christ, He requires protection of the people.About the AuthorMeme P. served briefly on her local HOA in 2020. Crossword puzzles are exciting, challenging, and relaxing as well. She also enjoys venturing into new places with her grandchildren, such as horseback riding, painting, and more. Meme also enjoys giving to different organizations such as Haven of Rest in Akron, Ohio; the Salvation Army; and others. She also asks God how to be a blessing to people she sees in public. A divorced mother of two children, Meme also enjoys being a grandmother of four. She loves to worship God with family and friends and laughing with people. She is blessed to have her mom (having eight children), who raised them in the faith of Christ. Meme also graduated in May 2022 from Ohio Christian University with a Bachelor's degree in Leadership in Ministry and a minor in Biblical Studies.

About the BookWhen a rash of mystifying and ghastly deaths, in widely dispersed American cities, captures the attention of the United States government, administration officials recognize that the loss of life may reflect a deeper threat to the whole of the country. The CIA defers to the military to conduct an investigation. The U.S. Army assigns the task to Captain Trey Fitzjames. Fitzjames must study the causes of the deaths and, given the scope of the crisis, eliminate that cause at the source.About the AuthorJ. Atwood Taylor, III earned degrees at Furman University and at the University of Florida. He practiced law for thirty-five years in Florida, first in Miami and later in Vero Beach. He and his wife currently live in Tennessee. He is the father of three daughters and has the good fortune of being in a position to devote much of his free time to his three grandchildren. Collateral Security is his third novel.

About the BookThis book has been 50 years in the making. Today's social climate, the passage of time, and the privatization of the US Postal Service have finally made it possible for Margaret Krivicic to share her memoir with the world. What was it like for a pioneering woman working as a letter carrier in the man's world of a Brooklyn, NY Post office in 1969? What was it like being a carrier during the famous Postal Strike of 1970? What nefarious activities were afoot at the station? This is her true story of what happened during her 7 years at the Cypress Station [Federal] Post Office.While other women were prevented from entering the station, Krivicic was discriminated against, harassed, held at gunpoint, threatened with rape, groped, and assaulted, all while wearing the uniform of the United States Postal Service. How could one woman endure it alone? Discover the circumstances that drove her to compulsively ruminate about a vengeful attack against the postal perpetrators and what kept her from following through on her plans in this unique and inspiring memoir.About the AuthorA vivacious and good-natured woman of 80 years, Margaret Krivicic is an Ohio State graduate who consistently tries new things and delights in meeting new people. She is an excellent cook, an avid reader, and has taken up painting family portraits as a hobby at age 78. Krivicic and her husband of over 50 years enjoy traveling and the great outdoors. They have a daughter and a son.

About the BookAn old man's wish comes true, but not in his timeline...Careful What You Wish For... is a heartwarming story of replacing an aging Santa Claus and how his replacement was selected. Told with a different flair and point of view, this thrilling Christmas tale is sure to become a classic.About the AuthorRoger C. Douglas is seventy-four years old and retired after working at a locally owned grocery store for forty-two years, with twenty-five of those years as manager. Roger has been married for thirty-three years and has two stepsons, two sons, and a total of eight grandchildren. As a member of the St. Louis MG Club, he currently works as the Activities Chairman. Each year, they host a contest to see who can bring in the most canned food for charity; Roger has won the past five years.

About the BookValerie Rand has always succeeded at everything she does; she excels in school and is easily the best player on any high school sports team she joins. When Valerie learns of her father's dream to become a professional wrestler before his disability made it impossible, she decides to make professional wrestling her dream as well. After much hard work and practice, Valerie enrolls in college with the hopes of joining the men's wrestling team, but for the first time in her life, Valerie will face incredible hurdles, from a prejudiced coach to irritating teammates, threatening to stop her from achieving her goal.

About the BookFull of nostalgia and charm, Snippets From a Small Vermont Town paints a picture of the triumphs and foibles of the citizens of a tight-knit community as they navigate the interweaving paths of their lives. From a beloved diner to the local high school varsity team, you will fall in love with this lively cast of characters, and ultimately come away with the knowledge that life isn't always perfect. There are all sorts of twists and turns, some good, some bad. All in all, when the dust settles, we are, hopefully, happy enough to carry on.About the AuthorMichael Fawcett a retired high school art teacher, has also been on the Westminster, VT, Fire & Rescue Department as a past fireman/EMT and presently as a dispatcher. He has worked with the fire department for the last fifty years. He is also a Mason and Shriner on the Board of Governors for the Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl Football game which raises funds to help children in need at Shrine Children's Centers. Fawcett and his wife Linda live in Westminster Village, VT.

About the BookThe Touch of a Poet's Heart is a collection of poetry about love, romance, spirituality, grief, friendship, and recovery from PTSD. The poems in this book reflect real-life struggles and the effort it takes to conquer and overcome them. The style of this author's poetry incorporates the use of free-verse formats, which is meant to evoke the emotion of the author at the time they were written.About the AuthorDavid R Marchant is a Veteran of the United States Army and Air Force. He is very passionate about Veterans' causes and organizations such as the Wounded Warriors Project. He works for the United States Department of Veterans Affairs as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.He enjoys spending time with his children, grandchildren, and other family members. David is an avid reader of Clive Cussler novels, enjoys hiking and smoking BBQ.David has been writing poetry his entire life and in the last 18 months was honored to have five of his poems about PTSD published in Veterans Voices Magazine. One of his earlier poems was used as lyrics for a hymn that was published in Hymns Today magazine.

About the BookThe disappearance of a prominent professor and his young assistant spawns rumor of a student scandal spanning decades, the magnitude of which could topple one of the most respected Medical Schools. Avery Carter, a young partner at a prestigious law firm, assists with public relations damage control. Quickly realizing that the "scandal" has been manufactured by the medical facility itself, his curiosity leads him across the country to the outskirts of Las Vegas, where he uncovers an ongoing international conspiracy dating back 75 years to the waning days of World War II. Carter's movements are monitored by a Russian assassin sent to the United States nearly 30 years prior to eliminate any threats to the secrecy of The Program.Inspired by actual events, this conspiracy thriller reveals the truth behind one of the nation's most closely guarded mysterious landmarks.About the AuthorD.L. Morris has been a litigation attorney for 25 years and was an adjunct criminal law professor for over a decade. Drawing upon these experiences, he has honed his craft as a captivating storyteller, interweaving sarcastic wit within the suspenseful plot turns, creating an entertaining experience for the reader.

About the BookThe Forgotten is a thrilling story of a boy thrust into the cruel reality of the world. This world is full of monsters and magic. It is also where the gods play with the lives of mortals for their own entertainment and satisfaction. The young boy stumbles through his life, desperate to find a way home. With each unfathomable turn of event comes another wave of chaos unyielding in its efforts to uproot what little he has left.About the AuthorPatrick C. Pagnano was born in Auburn, Nebraska. He currently resides in Citrus Heights, California. He worked multiple jobs throughout college while maintaining his relationships with his family and friends. He is happily married and has a career in the engineering field. He enjoys writing as a way to express his creative side and escape the stress of everyday life.

About the BookSince Arcadia Kuahuia began her walk with Jesus, miraculous visions and experiences have become everyday life for her. From seeing the faces of her ancestors in the clouds to seeing the darkness of sickness residing in her loved ones, Kuahuia has been blessed with seeing the Holy Spirit and Jesus working in our mortal world. Through a series of scriptures, she recounts her experiences and compares them to biblical occurrences to emphasize the similarities between the two. For followers of Christ, this inspirational read is a must if you have ever struggled in your faith and are looking for the Truth.About the AuthorArcadia Kuahuia is married and a mother and grandmother. Her hobbies include sewing, painting, swimming, hula, cooking, singing, and reading.

About the BookMax, a young child who has a strong passion for all things Halloween, has a bad temper. Being spoiled by his parents and never taking no for an answer, his temper turns his world upside down. After his babysitter and only friend unexpectedly leaves, never to return, Max takes matters into his own hands. He makes a rash decision that will forever change his life.About the AuthorAnna L. Weatherspoon has always had a passion for horror, passing this passion onto her children as well. She loves to travel and cook as well.

About the BookJ.T. while on his scheduled inspection of his livestock and condition of his largest ranch west of the Mississippi River, discovers mysterious wagon tracks heading east across his vast range. He receives reports from his many foremen of valuable lumber missing also. J.T. becomes quite irate and along with his daughter begins to head to the Capitol for answers. Finding themselves being fired upon and wounding his daughter, he declares revenge on his intruders. Little did he have any idea of what dangers lie ahead of him.About the AuthorKen McComas retired from the Navy after serving 20 eventful years. Serving as an Admiral's aide offered many exciting adventures overseas. He attended school afterwards at Illinois State University acquiring his teacher's degree in 1985. After teaching for 22 years he again retired and travelled worldwide with his wife, Connie.

About the BookFor Once There Was a Time is a poignant memoir about one man's struggle with addiction and his journey from rock bottom to a hopeful future as a loving husband and father.Growing up in Brooklyn, Danny B. Green was surrounded by temptation in the form of drugs, alcohol, gangs, and violence. Despite his environment, Green has a successful career and makes a life for himself, but when the new highly-addictive drug crack-cocaine enters the scene, Green finds himself throwing away everything he worked for in order to get his next high. His rock bottom finds him facing felony robbery charges and seven years in prison, forcing Green to make a choice: succumb to the drug or rise above and take control of his life.About the AuthorDanny B. Green is a native of Brooklyn, New York. He has worked in numerous facilities helping individuals deal with disabilities like substance abuse, mental health issues, and homelessness. He enjoys helping others achieve their personal goals, and in his free time Green can be found outdoors, playing sports and chess, listening to music, and spending time with his family.

About the BookAs a member of the Machiavellians, a race of beings with supernatural powers and unnaturally long lifespans, Brianna Maddox has to overcome her fear of leadership, her pride, and her stubbornness in order to lead the Machiavellian people to victory against a foe who has haunted their kind for millennia. Along the way, she must learn to teach and guide six young recruits as well as make a decision that will change her life. Trial by Fire is a tale filled with conflict, action, drama, love, comradery, suspense, magic, monsters, dragons, and so much more.About the AuthorAryanna Munro is a transwoman from a small town with the hopes of bringing joy to others through her stories. She's dreamed of being a published author since she was twenty. But it's not always about writing for her. When she's not glued to her computer, she likes to get out and to practice swordplay, archery, and marksmanship. She loves to practice with throwing knives and hatchets. On days when outside is not an option, she is usually playing computer games with her brother or playing on her Xbox. Aryanna loves MMORPGs, RPGs, shooters, puzzle games, and some horror games. She has a special interest in music and wanted to start her own band and be a singer, but before that dream ever formed, she used to play violin and was pretty good at it. She loves rock, metal, pop, some rap, alt rock, hard rock, punk, dubstep, chillstep, lofi, chillhop, and classical.

About the BookIn assembling and organizing his wife Mary's letters and diary, M. Wesley "Wes" Shoemaker's constant goal has been to allow the documents to speak through her voice without intruding himself unnecessarily into the narrative. Yet it cannot be denied that he is the Wes who appears throughout, and that, in addition to the main theme of Mary's life and Foreign Service Career, it is also a story of a marriage lasting over fifty-one years, in spite of the fact that fifteen of those years, their separate career patterns kept them separated for eight months each year.Containing a total of 191 letters (116 of which are to Wes), Marielo: A Foreign Service Life in Diary and Letters chronicles Mary's incredible life as a Foreign Service Officer through the slowly dying medium of letter writing, which provided a lifeline that held their marriage together over the years and further explains how their long-distance relationship survived over the years of separation.About the AuthorM. Wesley "Wes" Shoemaker was a Foreign Service Officer and has been posted at locations all over the world. He later resigned from this role to enter a doctoral program in Russian history at Syracuse University and went on to teach at Lynchburg College.

About the BookHaunted Man collection is solely based upon the author's understanding of mythology and history. This story's excitement stems from its themes of magic, technology, folklore beings, mythology, history, and art. The story focuses on the conflict between good versus evil. The story promotes the message that evil will always fall to good, no matter how powerful it may seem. This message is relevant because the author believes that it is better to be a good and productive person instead of someone that destroys everything.About the AuthorJohn Decoda Jaynes was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he also currently resides. His hobbies include drawing, painting, creating original works of art with his kiln, and spending time in nature. He is also interested in folklore, technology, science fiction, nature, and reading classic works of literature such as Dracula and Frankenstein. John has written this book with the support and encouragement from his mother, Teresa Phillips, his step-father, Charles Phillips, his father, John M. Jaynes and his grandmother, Phyllis Johnson.

About the BookAsh Rose is a broken character. He learned martial arts from his master, Mahaguru Rama, a grand master of Silat. He learned and applied what he'd learned in real fights that had real consequences. Ash learns that an elite private fighting school that once was an all-girl school has become co-ed. He jumps at the chance to go there. His mom went there, and he wants to continue her legacy as a legendary fighter. Sakura Hilltop isn't just a regular school, but it is an elite school for those that wish to have a career in professional sports and martial arts. Satsuki Kushinada, the strongest student in the whole school, has set her sights on Ash and has plans for him.About the AuthorE. C. Honey was born on Fort Scott Airbase in 1991. He enjoys watching anime in his free time. He also loves playing video games with good plots and good versus evil characters.

About the BookPhyllis was born into a large family, but at barely three years of age she was torn from her loved ones and given up for adoption. Taken in by foster parents into an unwanted family, she somehow survived and flourished. How could such a little child overcome obstacles that the ordinary person would not be able to handle? She accepted her life of change and uncertainty with faith and fortitude, even when disease and death threatened it. Phyllis was an exceptional woman, and this is her amazing story.About the AuthorDuane Labane is the middle child of fourteen children. He attended the University of Minnesota in Duluth and he is a retired certified nurse's assistant. He enjoys music, plays guitar, writes poems and books, and loves nature and animals.

About the BookStranded. Niac Jace found himself in an empty house with no sign of life around. With only a note written on yellow parchment paper to go by, Niac is led on a truly extraordinary adventure that includes being abducted by a contraption that transports him into another world.Come along with Niac as he explores the world of Amouro, where people and creatures are unlike anything he's ever seen and where technology is advanced beyond recognition.This is a journey like no other, where new experiences, new friends and enemies, and a special entity guiding him along his way are all part of Niac's path to personal fulfillment and his ultimate purpose.About the AuthorN.C. Bethea was just twenty-one when, struggling with homelessness, he wrote Zopolis, his first book. Namhar is currently working on opening his own business.He enjoys producing music in his spare time.

About the BookTouch Me, O Lord is about the power of God. Whoever the LORD touches his/her story will be changed from failure to success, from lack to abundance, from trials to triumph. You move from glory to glory. The interesting thing is people will now know how to count their blessings and they will now know how to use the scripture to pray for their situations and challenges and get a good result because there are fire and bondage-breaking prayer points in this book.The message in this book is relevant because it hit home with many people out there. The message is encouraging and edifying. This book is unique and a game changer because it encourages, guides you to know how to use the bible to pray, helps you to know how to solve your problems, gives examples of the people who have been down the same road, and they testify to the goodness of God. The reader will be revived and empowered by reading Touch Me, O Lord.About the AuthorPastor Veronica Odiase is a woman of God who loves people as Jesus loves. She loves to go from community to community, praying, feeding, and counseling people. She does a lot of outreach.Pastor Odiase loves to walk around the neighborhood, and she is quick to talk to people. She loves evangelism, preaching the word of God to people. Her special interest is doing the work of God-she never gets enough of it. Family is her number-one priority because that is where the Church started. She has a 1st degree in accounting and a master's degree in education, and she has been one of the teachers in the Newark Public School, New Jersey, for the past 24 years.