Leonard A. Rich, author of "Lessons From My Coach"

Throughout his life, Leonard A. Rich has been surrounded by football coach mentors, his own father being the very first. Throughout grade school and into high school, each coach made an impact on the man he would later become. However, at Westminster College, he met Coach B. Eugene Nicholson, a coach who would change the trajectory of Leonard’s life.

When Coach passed away in 2019, Leonard, inspired by the life he lived and the lessons he taught, compiled Coach’s history, teachings, and impact he made. Lessons from My Coach is more than an account of one man's influence on another's life. It is a testimony to the influence that a coach, a mentor, a teacher, a role model might have on another's personal character and life trajectories.

Shelley Sams author of  "Letters to Katherine"

Letters to Katherine begins with author Shelley Sams’s tumultuous childhood in Kansas. She struggled to know what “normal” was while living in a home that defined the term “dysfunctional.” Her earliest recollections are not where her life began; she was adopted. The family that took her in at one year of age had already adopted a boy four years her senior, who was a budding serial killer. His genius IQ, combined with the countless red flags that were overlooked by their parents, left them all in peril. 

In the search for safety and connection, and with an alcoholic father and a bitter, depressed, and emotionally absent mother, Sams sought escape. Part of that escape came in the form of letters to her great aunt, Katherine.

Shari Harris, author of "Christship"

We aren’t told the truth about UFOs. Not all spacecraft you see in the sky are UFOs, but are Christships. Christship has been used to travel back in time to change history to fit the needs of certain groups of people. Those groups of people will use evil to get their way and control people who are not like them. The only thing standing between us and them is God.

We can’t change the past, but we could change the future with the right people. We will stand with God and save the world from the evil we see. 

Douglas Warfield author of  "Hearing the Voice of God"

If a person was to reflect on their past life they would remember receiving instructions, advice, and guidance from many different sources such as family, friends, kids, teachers, professors, sports analysts, preachers, evangelists, bishops, and the list goes on and on. Yet are we hearing from the One who has all the knowledge, wisdom, and understanding that we will ever need? Do we hear from the One that can supply the answers that we need for every area of our lives? Are we looking to daily hear the voice of God?

There are over 4,000 different religions in the world today, having billions upon billions of congregants from around the world. People from many different ethnic backgrounds attend these religious gatherings to sing, pray, and hear the scripture readings, but are they also hearing the voice of God?

James B. Kelly, author of "Daring Choices"

James "Jim" B. Kelly III has had an exciting and adventurous life. An experienced international executive and entrepreneur, he lived in Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia while directing the global growth of a variety of companies. He founded two software companies, SynXis in the hotel reservation space and Flight Explorer serving aviation. He also served in the political sphere: on Senator Richard S. Schweiker's Washington staff; as a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives; and subsequently as a trade official in the Reagan Administration, responsible for economic policy in Africa, the Near East, and South Asia. His stories and the people he met along the way stir the imagination and provide a how-to of what can be done in a lifetime.

Maita S. Urdiales author of  "More: My First Sign Language Book"

As a new parent to a nonverbal or deaf child, it can seem daunting and overwhelming to learn not only how to raise your new child but begin teaching them communication through sign language.

For parents, caregivers, family members, friends, and siblings, More: My First Sign Language Book is an invaluable guide to begin learning the basics of sign language and how to begin introducing it to children as young as six months old.

Dr. Raheem I. Reese, author of "Talented Tenth: The Student Edition"

Talented Tenth: The Student Edition is a collection of poetry about being socially conscious, love, the youth, the justice system, and poet Dr. Raheem I. Reese’s life. The poems within are candid, concise, and honest. Tactful, and with appropriate language, Talented Tenth comes from the perspective of someone who was given an undesirable hand in life and is still winning in the game of life. Success is always possible in spite of life’s circumstances and challenges. 

Be the example.

M.J. Dooley author of  "The Amazing Land of Fae: The Story Continues"

The Story Continues is the second book in the series of Fae Land stories. There are five tales where new heroes are introduced along with even stronger evil creatures & beings to defeat to keep Fae Land and the surrounding areas safe. You will meet new characters such as Mother Nature, The Black Fae, Angus the Titan wolf, Carmen & Zatsuky the Dragon Slayers, plus Merlin the Wizard. Our heroes must fight through hordes of dragons, wyverns, and even a demon as they continue on their adventures. If you love illustrated adventure fantasy stories, you will love this book!

Jeffrey Baker, author of "America, Then What?"

America, Then What? provides a scathing critique of the undesirable aspects of American culture and society, informed in large part by the author's personal experiences abroad and perspective gained, having lived overseas for substantial periods of time. Furthermore, the goal and hope is to awaken Americans up to the forces that seek to keep us divided, thereby rendering the masses ineffectual at challenging the status quo and preventing the necessary uprising to effect positive change in our society.

William D. Van Atta, Jr. author of  "Paradise North"

Inspired by his days growing up along the Mississippi River in the Driftless Area of Wisconsin, his journeys into Canada, and a period of time in the Blue Ridge Mountains, William D. Van Atta Jr.’s collection of poems, writings, and photographs expresses the beauty of the world around us, and its healing properties in our most devastating moments. From his youth to now, Van Atta's camera work corresponds to his poetry, from the very beginning with his first camera to the smartphones of today, portraying the challenges, beauty, and growth over a lifetime.

A.C. Watson, author of "Into the Fire"

In Into the Fire, we meet a young man who endured abuse as a boy and found his own way to deal with the pain and shame of it. He begins to seek out people who prey on the weak and makes them pay the ultimate price for their sins. He has a special way to dispose of the evidence and takes a particular joy in watching it.

Into the Fire shows the reader that nothing is impossible to overcome, no matter how you choose to deal with the pain, and life can shine light on the darkest side of ourselves.

Bill Eckert, author of  "TOPS Diet Poetry"

In this collection of poetry, Bill Eckert expresses the importance of losing weight and encourages readers to keep their willpower strong and to never give up on themselves. It was written during a health program he was in at work where employees went on weight loss journeys. These poems will inspire others to take better care of themselves to become a better version of themselves.

Jerry Caple and Shelly and Jack Anderson, authors of "Nettles County"

For medical student Margo Drummer, saving lives is her passion. But when she finds herself in trouble with the law, can she save her own?

With the “one-hundred-day law” preventing late-term abortions in Nettles County, women’s pregnancies are strictly monitored, and any woman responsible for terminating them is prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Finding herself with a positive pregnancy test, Margo is both shocked and confused—and later discovers she may have never been pregnant at all. But when her mother-in-law believes Margo aborted the baby instead, she secretly reports her to the authorities.

The story of Nettles Country covers her trial, woven with humor, crimes, deceit, and power struggles relevant in today's political unrest, especially concerning abortion rights.

Susan W. Owens author of "Mrs. No No's Storybook"

Mrs. No No can help early learners develop character as well as self-esteem. When a child misbehaves, the teacher will ask Mrs. No No if she sees someone who is doing something wrong, Mrs. No No will shake her head yes and look at the child with those big eyes. Eventually, the children will correct their behavior to please Mrs. No No's. Parents can use the same approach with their children at home. This character-building program is a fantastic tool for teaching children on the Autism Spectrum as Mrs. No No’s loving demeanor may prevent meltdowns, but all children can benefit from the love and guidance she provides.

Barbara Jean Ward, author of  "The Donkey, the Whale, and the Ogre Make New Friends"

Meet mermaid princess Katherine, a special mermaid full of adventure who won’t let anything get in her way—including her ADHD and other disorders! Despite her challenges, which make it hard for her to stay still and concentrate, Katherine meets friends who have similar challenges. Together, they discover that their disorders don’t define who they are, and that they can overcome anything by working together.

The Donkey, the Whale, and the Ogre Make New Friends is a fun children’s tale that reminds us of the importance of working together with kindness, friendship, and acceptance.

Filiberto Cavazos, author of "The Doctor's Doctor"

ANATOMIC PATHOLOGY AND LABORATORY MEDICINE IS A CHALLENGING AND EXCITING SPECIALTY BASED ON SCIENTIFIC MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE. EVERY GRADUATE FROM AN AMERICAN MEDICAL SCHOOL SHOULD CONSIDER AS A CAREER.

Pathologists are consultants to all doctors in a hospital medical staff. Pathologists are also the hospital laboratory directors in charge of providing quality patient test results. Included in this book is the description of different pathology careers, the evolution of laboratory medicine, the role of a pathologist in a hospital setting, a typical day in the life of a pathologist and the pathologist's role in the community.

Frederick A. Marini, author of  "Group Dynamics: How to Effectively Hold a Positive Meeting"

A retired teacher, Frederick A. Marini has often worked with student groups, teacher committees, town councils, regional boards and committees, state boards, and more. He has witnessed many effective groups but also many ineffective and unorganized groups. In Group Dynamics, he uses the lessons learned over the course of a lifetime to show how to successfully structure and organize groups to operate effectively and efficiently. With constantly changing groups from town boards to school boards, it is more vital than ever to learn how to operate successfully.

Terry Lord, author of "The Los Angeles Experience"

As a federal prosecutor on the Los Angeles Strike Force beginning in late 1973, Terry Lord’s work involved digging deep into Mafia activity and eliminating the corruption it initiated and continued. In The Los Angeles Experience, Lord shares his insights as one of a team of prosecutors and investigators that made up the strike force and shares valuable lessons in pursuing justice and the rule of law.

Stacey Campbell, author of  "Make Your Own FUN™!"

It doesn’t matter where you are, who you’re with, or what situation you’re facing; how you use your imagination can make any situation FUN!

Make Your Own Fun! Is the first book in Nuf and Unf’s imaginative journey of problem-solving.

This delightful adventure shows how to turn challenges into opportunities for joy, leading to positive outcomes and new experiences. Join Nuf and Unf as they learn to see beyond black and white, embracing all the vibrant colors of life. Let their journey inspire you to unleash your creativity and transform everyday moments into unforgettable fun!

Sunita Dodani, author of "Healing Through Adversity: A Doctor's Triumph Over Polio"

Since 1988, global polio cases have fallen by 99.9%. With more education and awareness of the impact of disabilities in a global society, nations are taking measures to address inequities and difficulties facing those with disabilities. Sunita Dodani is one of the fortunate ones whose parents supported her through her health issues with polio and provided her the means to attend school and earn her medical degree. Healing Through Adversity is an account of her journey to overcoming and living with polio and becoming a successful physician and leader. 

Stephen C. Foster Sr., author of "God, Country and Family"

God, Country and Family explores Stephen C. Foster Sr.'s experiences through poetry. He believes that his faith and religion are not the same. His Roman Catholicism is a tool to focus his faith, which is strictly about his relationship with Jesus Christ. He is also deeply influenced by his four and a half years of active service in the U.S. Navy. His family includes 29 children and grandchildren and his wife of 55 years, Della. It is his deepest hope that, in reading his poems, others may be encouraged to gather and share their own thoughts and experiences with their own families.

Joseph Burke, author of "Critical Writing Secondary Framework"

Every secondary education teacher could use a little guidance when it comes to teaching and assessing academic writing. Whether English, ESL, history, or even science, all teachers requiring students submitting reports of any sort can benefit from the tips and data presented in Critical Writing in the Secondary Classroom. Within these pages lies explanations of the importance of summative assessment beyond just formative assessment in the classroom, comparing benchmark data in order to measure skill growth and how to share this data with students.  

George Davison, author of "The Adventures Of Chipper Cloud"

This engaging tale follows Chipper, a lively and imaginative cloud, on his journey to spread joy and creativity wherever he drifts. Whether inspiring flowers to bloom, sparking an artist's imagination, or forming rainbows after the rain, Chipper proves that even in the face of challenges—like Stormy, a dark cloud intent on destruction—positivity and ingenuity can prevail. 

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