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C. A. Portnellus, is an author, artist, poet, history enthusiast, bibliophile, cook, and pet lover. She writes historical fiction with intriguing characters, blending them into remarkable eras with nostalgic ease, offering humor, love, hope, and mystery.

About the author
Author C.A. Portnellus enjoys the arts: theater costuming, a writer, poet, musician, fine artist, and cook. An admiring critter lover—animals play many roles in her stories. Married to the best guy who indulges and inspires the artist/author’s crazy hours devoted to creating. With a lovely feline muse of another generation producing these new books, Portnellus continues to fine-tune and write the La Barre saga and other short stories and novellas for adults and young adults. An avid historian, she employs interesting timelines woven within the plots. Many evoke nostalgia of past decades and bring humor, love, faith, and bittersweet-tart story-telling. Author of the Sparrow Wars in the Garden of Bliss: A La Barre Family Saga. Five are published, with two more coming soon! Shiver in the Dark has two sideways stories using characters and people mentioned in the series books, The Road Home and Things of the Earth-Part II.

… Money, Revenge, and the US Fentanyl Trade. Multiple bestselling author Davis MacDonald presents a tense page-turner of a Murder Mystery, set in side the Cartel that sends coutless dirty pills across boarders to kill US citizens. Buy THE SUMMIT HOUSE MURDER today and buckle in for fast-pace suspense and action.

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Davis MacDonald is a well-respected novelist who writes classic murder mystery novels. Look for bold themes and exciting drama across the spectrum of our 21st century world as his characters via for love, money, power and fame. Grab one of his novels, buckle up for some adventure, and enjoy the read. Davis MacDonald grew up in Southern California and writes of places about which he has intimate knowledge. A member of the National Association of Independent Writers and Editors, (NAIWE), his career has spanned law professor, Bar Association Chair, investment banker and lawyer. He currently provides legal representation to clients throughout the United States and offshore. Many of the colorful characters in his novels are drawn from his personal experiences. "THE HILL" is his first work that introduces "The Judge". The Palos Verdes Peninsula is hidden away on the spectacular coastline just outside the confines of Los Angeles. A sedate and quiet community, and one of the wealthiest in America, finds The Judge investigating the death of a teenage girl in a web of greed, corruption, drugs and illicit sex reaching to the very pillars of Peninsula Society. The second book in the series, "THE ISLAND", carries on the saga of The Judge and Katy, his new squeeze, on the Island of Catalina. In the third book of the series, "SILICON BEACH", The Judge searches the boardwalks of Venice, the swank bars and restaurants of Santa Monica, the yuppie ghetto of Playa Vista, and the sex clubs of

… that thrive in darkness. Then she meets Zareth. The Demon Duke of Wrath is everything she expected—powerful, arrogant, and sinfully dangerous. He's also infuriatingly difficult to kill. No matter how many times they clash, he always escapes with a smirk, a taunt, and a look that lingers far longer than it should. The prophecy warns that a huntress and a demon will decide the fate of both worlds. It says nothing about wanting each other. As war looms on the horizon and buried secrets begin to surface, Aurelia finds herself torn between duty and desire. Because every moment spent with her enemy makes one thing terrifyingly clear: The greatest threat to her mission may not be the demon she's sworn to destroy. It may be her heart. When they sent a hunter to kill him, he was ready for war, not for her. The prophecy foretold her long before she was born. A huntress blessed by fate. A weapon forged

About the author
Stephanie Noircent is known for writing captivating paranormal romance and dark romance books. Canadian and queer, she is an indie author who has written short stories since she was a child, and is living her dream as a published author today.

… pay top dollar for young women to be egg donors and surrogates. I wasn't sure about the whole thing until I fell upon the sexy lycan's profile...he's so hot, but there's a catch: he wants to make babies the natural way, and I'm tempted... Will it be as wild and untamed as lycans are rumored to be? Will he lose control and make me his own, or will he let me walk away after a job well done?

About the author
Stephanie Noircent is known for writing captivating paranormal romance and dark romance books. Canadian and queer, she is an indie author who has written short stories since she was a child, and is living her dream as a published author today.

… until she catches the eye of the triplet Lycan Kings, the rulers of the entire werewolf and Lycan kingdom. It's mating season and they're hungry....will she give in to them or succumb to her heart-wrenching sorrow? Written by #1 bestselling author Stephanie Noircent, this steamy paranormal romance is perfect for readers who enjoy love stories about shifters. Fated To The Triplet Kings is book 1 in the Royal Mates Series, and each book in the series can be read as a standalone. Intended for audiences aged 18 and above.

About the author
Stephanie Noircent is known for writing captivating paranormal romance and dark romance books. Canadian and queer, she is an indie author who has written short stories since she was a child, and is living her dream as a published author today.

About the author
Orion Lander writes poetry, short stories and screenplays mostly. He is passionate about languages and all forms of expression and as such, he would like to build bridges between cultures through literature and art in general.

About the author
Orion Lander writes poetry, short stories and screenplays mostly. He is passionate about languages and all forms of expression and as such, he would like to build bridges between cultures through literature and art in general.

… a new man. But when Paul, his old crime boss, shows up looking for the money Sam owes him, Sam can't talk his way out of it. Strutting around in pencil skirts and knocking back whiskey, Kath is a far cry from the grimy street kid she used to be. And if she lifts a pair of gloves from a department store now and then, no harm done, right? The first time they meet, Kath smiles at him, and time freezes. Then she punches him in the face and steals his wallet. Sam is instantly mesmerized. But Kath is also in Paul's pocket. He pulled her out of the gutter, and now she owes him. Paul senses Sam and Kath's sizzling chemistry. He makes them a deal: they can team up on a burglary job and get their lives back. Things between Sam and Kath heat up. But both are hiding secrets. Paul won't hesitate to play them against each other. As danger grows, all their lies begin to unravel. And they could lose everything.

… Maggie, his best girlfriend ever. But Maggie gives him an ultimatum: he has ten weeks to get a job, pay off all his debts and either commit to her or get out. Desperate, Paul takes a job as a sound man on a reality TV movie of the week, directed by Dwight Werner, an insane and driven documentary filmmaker, and Joel Cuvney, a craven young producer who will do anything to get ahead. Paul will make enough cash to meet all of Maggie's demands -- all except for the commitment part. He's still on the fence about that, but he figures he has time to decide. The reality TV movie that Dwight is shooting is about a small "tribe" of four homeless kids -- Trent, Jodi, Ilima, and Duncan -- who live in an abandoned brewery downtown. Dwight is recording their grinding poverty for his own artistic glory, with no intention of helping them, and he pushes his crew to exhaustion to get the scenes he wants. All Paul wants is to survive the gig, until h

About the author
Ian Bull is the pen name of Donald Ian Bull. I've been producing and editing TV and documentaries for many years, and writing novels and essays just as long.

… Whittlesey, Yellowstone Park Historian.

About the author
Writer and musician M.E. “Mike” Rostron is the author of four books: “The Kabul Conscript, “Cape Decision,” "Fjord Land," and “The Roving Fitzgeralds,” and the musical stage plays “Evermore,” and “Outro.” His website is at mikerostron.com

… his family explodes in grief and anger. Two fathers—the one who raised him and the other who sired him—have their own ideas of retribution. But the most majestic rain forest left on earth has seen far worse and does not take sides in the affairs of men—or does it?

About the author
Author, playwright, and musician Mike Rostron was born and raised in Oregon and spent over twenty years in Alaska. He now makes his home in the far northwest of Washington State, just a few miles from the Canadian border. His website can be found at mikerostron.com.

… the summer of 1973. The Kabul Conscript is a prequel to Rostron’s novel, “Cape Decision."

About the author
Author, playwright, and musician Michael Rostron was raised in Oregon and lived for twenty-five years in Alaska. The last twenty years he has resided in Whatcom County, Washington. During the summer of 1973, Rostron was a Peace Corps trainee in Kabul, Afghanistan. His website can be found at mikerostron.com

… each piece, unfolding theme, craft, and meaning in prose that illuminates rather than intimidates. Whether you are a student, a teacher, a book-club reader, or simply someone who loves a story well understood, this volume turns every reading into a conversation, and every echo into insight.

About the author
Fiza Pathan is a Mumbai-based educator, scholar, and award-winning author of more than eighteen books, whose work has been honored with over seventy literary awards. She teaches across the IB, Cambridge, and IGCSE curricula, and her scholarship ranges widely — from Vedantic philosophy and comparative theology to Indian Knowledge Systems and the world's great short fiction. Currently pursuing a Master of Theological Studies, she writes with the twin instincts of a teacher and a lifelong reader: to understand a text deeply, and to make that understanding a gift to others.

… yesterday things.

About the author
Teena Raffa-Mulligan writes fiction and poetry to entertain children of all ages. She is the author of more than 20 quirky and whimsical books full of heart, gentle humour and hope, and her short stories and poems have appeared in anthologies and magazines. Teena is passionate about the importance of storytelling in our lives and enjoys inspiring young people to set out on their own story adventure.

… he can hear. But when a warm, living woman at the local café shows interest, Josh finds himself torn between the life he had and the life still waiting for him. As Maureen nudges, teases, and ultimately challenges him to move forward, Josh must decide whether he's ready to love again-without letting go of the love that shaped him. Touching, funny, and full of heart, Love in Stereois a story about grief, family, and the unexpected ways love lingers... and leads you home.

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Thrown into one of life’s greatest challenges at just eleven years of age, José F. Nodar’s story began in Havana, Cuba. The Cuban Revolution forced him to board a plane alone, taking him to an orphanage in the small town of Washington, Georgia, in the United States. He would not be reunited with his parents until he was eighteen years old, by which time he had already graduated from high school in Atlanta. José studied Business Administration at Georgia State University before building a successful career in the financial sector. He began at First National Bank of Atlanta (now Wells Fargo) and later worked as a project manager in financial consulting. His career took him across the United States, Europe, and Australia, providing a wealth of experiences that would later influence his writing. It was in Camden, New South Wales, that José discovered a new passion. Joining a local writers’ group awakened his creative side and inspired him to write his first novel. Soon afterwards, Danny Monk was born—the first of many memorable characters to inhabit the pages of his stories. Yet José’s life extends far beyond writing. When he is not crafting fresh stories, he can often be found people-watching at a local shopping centre, listening to conversations and collecting the minor details that later become characters, scenes, and entire novels. He is an avid reader, enjoys long walks around Spring Farm, New South Wales, and finds inspiration in the everyday moments that shape the human

About the author
Ryan Kurr is an accomplished author, pastry chef, massage therapist, ice cream specialist, and mystic practitioner. His first novel, Sage, Smoke & Fire, the debut in the Esoteric Alchemy series, achieved the #1 Best Seller spot in the LGBT Fantasy genre on Amazon. The second installment, Powdered Oak & Seven Metals, reached the #4 spot in the same category. Kurr’s debut memoir, Sugar Burn: The Not So Hot Side of the Sweet Kitchen (2015), chronicles his journey in the world of pastry and culinary arts. ​ Kurr’s original recipes and freelance work on spiritual and metaphysical witchcraft have been featured in Witches Magazine. As the chef and founder of Arcana Creamery, a small-batch ice cream and cookie company, his culinary expertise earned him a spot on Food Network’s Clash of the Cones, an ice cream-making competition. ​ Kurr has lived in Minneapolis, Scotland, San Francisco, Iceland, Chicago, and New Orleans, and currently resides in Portland, Oregon.

About the author
Ryan Kurr is an accomplished author, pastry chef, massage therapist, ice cream specialist, and mystic practitioner. His first novel, Sage, Smoke & Fire, the debut in the Esoteric Alchemy series, achieved the #1 Best Seller spot in the LGBT Fantasy genre on Amazon. The second installment, Powdered Oak & Seven Metals, reached the #4 spot in the same category. Kurr’s debut memoir, Sugar Burn: The Not So Hot Side of the Sweet Kitchen (2015), chronicles his journey in the world of pastry and culinary arts. ​ Kurr’s original recipes and freelance work on spiritual and metaphysical witchcraft have been featured in Witches Magazine. As the chef and founder of Arcana Creamery, a small-batch ice cream and cookie company, his culinary expertise earned him a spot on Food Network’s Clash of the Cones, an ice cream-making competition. ​ Kurr has lived in Minneapolis, Scotland, San Francisco, Iceland, Chicago, and New Orleans, and currently resides in Portland, Oregon.

… just “roast turkey with all the trimmings.” You’ll find lots of homemade comfort food like Warm Gingerbread, Sugary Doughnuts and (of course) Buckwheat Cakes and Sausage. And as a special treat, make yourself a pot of hot chocolate and enjoy a newly-discovered Christmas story by a young Grace Livingston, “The Half of a Christmas.”

About the author
Daena Creel is a writer, archivist, and historian with a passion for “all things Grace Livingston Hill.” Thirty years ago, an unexpected arrival from a mail-order book club set Daena on a journey of discovery that ultimately led her to become one of the foremost authorities on the life and work of Grace Livingston Hill. She has worked closely with the Hill family to preserve Grace’s legacy for future generations of readers and she particularly enjoys unearthing long-lost GLH stories.

… imposing. Her neighbors treated her with the upmost respect. Everyone in the neighborhood had a deal and wanted her to participate, which she often did, one way or another. She enjoyed the attention. It was a far cry from New York Society. Still, the only locals she considered herself to be on intimate terms with were Barb and Vince. During the “ice storm of the century”, Kitty pulled a wool sweater from a drawer and felt the first stab of angina. An hour later she knew it was a heart attack. The power was out, it was cold, there was a sheen of ice on everything, there would be no rescue that night. She considered the prospect of dying. Time was running out. Kitty had never told the whole story to anyone. She had to tell Barb before it was too late: The austere French convent school, the Depression, a fortune stuck in pre-war Nazi Germany where she met Hitler, photographed a concentration camp, helped

About the author
Stephen Ramey Glines is the author of five computer science trade textbooks, a poetry chapbook, and a travelogue about teaching in Fiji. His work appeared as the monthly columns Panic, in Altos World, and Famous Last Words in Unix World magazine. He also spent years as an on-call general assignment reporter. He edits/curates the Wilderness House Literary Review.

… an erotica writer. Jake's Bar Mitzvah preparations reveal tensions that threaten to split his family. The women, men, children, dogs, and cats in these stories fight their worst impulses, circle each other warily, and occasionally connect. They struggle to make sense of the world and their place in it, with results sometimes tragic, sometimes funny, and always relatable. This collection of short fiction from novelist Audrey Kalman opens a door on ordinary worlds turned extraordinary, where deeper meaning hides beneath everyday conversations and the possibility of tragedy--and redemption--is always close at hand.

About the author
Audrey Kalman writes literary fiction with a dark edge, often about what goes awry when human connection is missing from our lives. She is the author of two novels and numerous short stories published in various print and online literary journals. In 2022 she co-founded the Birth Your Truest Story online writers' community (www.birthyourtrueststory.com). She offers editing and coaching services to authors and lives in northern California, where she is (perpetually) working on another novel. More at audreykalman.com.

About the author
Ryan Kurr is an accomplished author, pastry chef, massage therapist, ice cream specialist, and mystic practitioner. His first novel, Sage, Smoke & Fire, the debut in the Esoteric Alchemy series, achieved the #1 Best Seller spot in the LGBT Fantasy genre on Amazon. The second installment, Powdered Oak & Seven Metals, reached the #4 spot in the same category. Kurr’s debut memoir, Sugar Burn: The Not So Hot Side of the Sweet Kitchen (2015), chronicles his journey in the world of pastry and culinary arts. Kurr’s original recipes and freelance work on spiritual and metaphysical witchcraft have been featured in Witches Magazine. As the chef and founder of Arcana Creamery, a small-batch ice cream and cookie company, his culinary expertise earned him a spot on Food Network’s Clash of the Cones, an ice cream-making competition.

… that have kept you disconnected from your true self.

About the author
Michelle S. Fondin is the author of 14 published books, including Love Me Unconditionally: A Spiritual Guide to Self-Love and Inner Peace, The Wheel of Healing with Ayurveda, and Chakra Healing for Vibrant Energy. You can see all of Michelle’s published books at michellefondinauthor.com. They’re all available on Amazon and IngramSpark.

… Hollywood. Not even the love of her life can lure her back to Chancey’s Bend, Kentucky. But then, is the backwater town really what Brett thinks he wants? Will these two lovers forever be separated by miles? By miss-crossed destinies? Or will they discover a locale where together their lilac love can bloom and grow?

About the author
Norma Jean Lutz’s writing career spans three decades, during which she has authored more than 50 published books. She has served as a writing instructor, conference speaker, and novel critique consultant. Her favorite genres include teen novels and inspirational historical novels.

… of it mattered. Not all her enemies wore Imperial uniforms. And the only reputation she had left was for bad luck. She was dragging another wreck home, crew half dead, systems failing. This time she’d bluffed her way out by the skin of her teeth. She wanted rest. The Admiralty wanted her back in the fight. They gave her Stingray. The Fleet’s cursed frigate. Captain disgraced, crew broken, ship rotting. The last of her kind still limping through the war. Admirals whispered about scrapping her, breaking up the jinx. But the war was bleeding ships, and anything that could still fire had to fight. So Dunmoore went from staring down the Empire’s finest on a battleship’s burning bridge to commanding a crew ready to mutiny, admirals sharpening knives, and a mystery that stank of death. Stingray’s curse wasn’t just sailor’s talk. Something was wrong. The crew kept their mouths shut. Politics pressed in. Her o

About the author
Eric Thomson is my pen name. I'm a former Canadian soldier who spent more years in uniform than he expected, serving in both the Regular Army and the Army Reserve. I spent my Regular Army career in the Infantry and my Reserve service in the Armoured Corps. I hold two military parachutist qualifications and am a graduate of the Royal Military College (St-Jean), the Royal Canadian School of Infantry, the Army Tactics School, the Armoured Reconnaissance Squadron Commander's course as well as the Canadian Army Command and Staff College and the Canadian Forces College. I spent several years as an Information Technology executive for the Canadian government before leaving the bowels of the demented bureaucracy to become a full-time author. I've been a voracious reader of science-fiction, military fiction and history all my life, assiduously devouring the recommended Army reading list in my younger days and still occasionally returning to the classics for inspiration. Several years ago, I put my fingers to the keyboard and started writing my own military sci-fi, with a definite space opera slant, using many of my own experiences as a soldier as an inspiration for my stories and characters. When I'm not writing fiction, I indulge in my other passions: photography, hiking and scuba diving, all of which I've shared with my wife, who likes to call herself my #1 fan, for more than thirty years.

… With over twenty-three years of living a clean and sober life, respected author, licensed minister, and Therapon Institute certified therapist, Anthony Ordille has helped hundreds face down their demons and embrace a reinvigorated identity. Now he’s here to share his easy-to-follow approach to helping you or your loved ones look to a higher power and finally heal. Overcome Addiction by God's Grace: 12-Steps to Freedom is a heartfelt guide aimed at anyone hungry to escape their destructive rut and reach for transformation. As a recovered addict, Ordille uses compassion, pointed questions and answers, testimonials, and scripture to direct you toward self-forgiveness and a positive outlook. And by following his straightforward exercises, perfect for either solo or group work, you’ll make powerful strides and pave the way to a brilliant future. In Overcome Addiction

About the author
Anthony Ordille's writing is a testament to redemption, drawing from a life transformed by faith. He is the author of An Injection of Faith: One Addict's Journey to Deliverance and the Addiction-Free Life series, including Overcome Addiction by God's Grace. Ordille holds degrees in Christian Studies and Church Ministry, and his work offers hope and practical guidance for overcoming addiction through a Christ-centric approach. His latest creative endeavor, Messiah's Preparation, a Christian historical fiction. He aspires for his life experiences to motivate those battling addictions to discover the truth and follow his path to hope, peace, and forgiveness through his testimony and the program.

… never thought possible. Therefore, you should make this part of your Bible study. My Daily Scriptures was created to help believers achieve the goal of reading the entire Bible in a year. It will take you completely through the Bible, cover to cover, book by book. Each daily reading will include one passage from the Old Testament, Psalms, Proverbs, and the New Testament, along with a commentary by the author on both the Old and New Testaments. In addition, the author has added: • A short Bible history • The genealogy of Jesus • Apostle Paul’s timeline for Epistles and his journeys • The order that Jesus called the Disciples • A list of kings that reigned over Israel and Judah What does it mean to read the Bible? Literally, God’s glory is revealed through His Word. As Christians, we are called to study Scripture regularly for spiritual growth, and sometimes we need a little help to fulfill this commitment. So, grab you

About the author
Anthony Ordille's writing is a testament to redemption, drawing from a life transformed by faith. He is the author of An Injection of Faith: One Addict's Journey to Deliverance and the Addiction-Free Life series, including Overcome Addiction by God's Grace. Ordille holds degrees in Christian Studies and Church Ministry, and his work offers hope and practical guidance for overcoming addiction through a Christ-centric approach. His latest creative endeavor, Messiah's Preparation, a Christian historical fiction. He aspires for his life experiences to motivate those battling addictions to discover the truth and follow his path to hope, peace, and forgiveness through his testimony and the program.

… Anthony Ordille, lay bare my descent into the abyss of drugs and the intoxicating allure of the bar scene and recount my arduous ascent toward liberation from this crippling disease. I'll guide you through the treacherous paths I once trod and the dead ends I encountered. I'll share the long, hard years I spent clawing my way back to sobriety and reveal the unparalleled joy I've discovered in recovery. You'll discover: • The landscape of my childhood, how I grappled with pain, and the means by which I triumphed over adversity. • The genesis of my compulsive behaviors and the insidious ways they took root. • The harrowing reality of life in the throes of addiction. • My introduction to recovery and the dawn of a new existence. • The indescribable sensation of living in genuine freedom. Today, I stand tall, free from the clutches of alcohol, tobacco, cocaine, crack cocaine, heroin, methamph

About the author
Anthony Ordille's writing is a testament to redemption, drawing from a life transformed by faith. He is the author of An Injection of Faith: One Addict's Journey to Deliverance and the Addiction-Free Life series, including Overcome Addiction by God's Grace. Ordille holds degrees in Christian Studies and Church Ministry, and his work offers hope and practical guidance for overcoming addiction through a Christ-centric approach. His latest creative endeavor, Messiah's Preparation, a Christian historical fiction. He aspires for his life experiences to motivate those battling addictions to discover the truth and follow his path to hope, peace, and forgiveness through his testimony and the program.

… fact and fiction into a modern-day narrative. The Wilderness Sojourn: A Journey of Solitude, Temptations, and Divine Revelation Are you ready to journey alongside Jesus as he faces solitude, fasting, prayer, and the relentless temptations of Satan? In this arid and desolate landscape, Jesus is not alone; he finds companionship in unexpected forms, including ravens forming a smiley face in the sky and an Arabian Leopard watching over his slumber. Hunger, thirst, and fatigue relentlessly assail him, pushing him to the brink of delusion. Yet, with unwavering strength from within, Jesus prevails with the help of his Heavenly Father. Through fervent prayers, he reminisces about the glory of his heavenly home and the creation of the universe. Divine Discourse and the Blueprint of Redemption: Unraveling Jesus's Ministry in the Wilderness A

About the author
Anthony Ordille's writing is a testament to redemption, drawing from a life transformed by faith. He is the author of An Injection of Faith: One Addict's Journey to Deliverance and the Addiction-Free Life series, including Overcome Addiction by God's Grace. Ordille holds degrees in Christian Studies and Church Ministry, and his work offers hope and practical guidance for overcoming addiction through a Christ-centric approach. His latest creative endeavor, Messiah's Preparation, a Christian historical fiction. He aspires for his life experiences to motivate those battling addictions to discover the truth and follow his path to hope, peace, and forgiveness through his testimony and the program.

… without her father. Is he still alive? A hero or a villain? With Justin’s help, she returns to her birthplace in search of her father.

About the author
Evy Journey writes. Stories. Blogs (three sites). Cross-genre novels. She’s also a wannabe artist, and a flâneuse (an ambler). In a previous life, fascinated by the psyche and armed with a Ph.D. (University of Illinois), she researched and shepherded the development of mental health programs. Now, she spins tales about nuanced multicultural characters negotiating separate realities. Tales set in various locales into which she weaves mystery or intrigue. Just as she has crossed genres in writing fiction, she has also crossed cultures, having lived and traveled in various cities in different countries. But she has one ungranted wish: to live in Paris where art is everywhere and people have honed aimless roaming to an art form. She visits and stays a few months when she can.

… actual theft of illuminated manuscripts in WWII.

About the author
Evy Journey writes. Stories. Blogs (three sites). Cross-genre novels. She’s also a wannabe artist, and a flâneuse (an ambler). In a previous life, fascinated by the psyche and armed with a Ph.D. (University of Illinois), she researched and shepherded the development of mental health programs. Now, she spins tales about nuanced multicultural characters negotiating separate realities. Tales set in various locales into which she weaves mystery or intrigue.

… threatening to destabilize the economy. Graduating law school, Steve Shane is a top wall street prospect. Shunning the big firms, he sets up his own practice and six years later has developed a solid reputation as a commercial litigator. Hendrix recruits Shane to create LawForce, a government-supported, legal SWAT team to be deployed in key cases where an inequality of counsel threatens bad verdicts. Their first case – Green Action Coalition v. Wildcat Oil & Gas. A medium sized oil and gas company, Wildcat is plagued by an apparently random series of environmental accidents. Not accidents according to the Green Action Coalition, a leader in the new era of aggressive environmental litigation, but evidence of a pattern of negligence. The damages sought by the GAC have the potential to destroy Wildcat. Acting for the GAC is a high-powered team of legal eagles from the blue-chip firm of Todd Ives

About the author
NICK GRETENER is a retired lawyer and engineer, based out of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He splits his time between Calgary, Canada; Wengen, Switzerland; and Maui, USA. He can usually be found writing on his laptop somewhere, skiing down a piste, hiking up a mountain, or rafting down a river in canyon country. He is convinced that if people read more, the world would be a better place. It doesn't always have to be heavy. Read something that will stretch your mind, then enjoy a beach read. Rinse and repeat.

… a Swiss banking giant—yet deeper still to Zhonghua Capital, a covert Chinese state holding company intent on reshaping the world’s financial order. Enter LawForce, a task force of elite lawyers with full U.S. governmental support created to defend justice where traditional systems fail. At its helm stands Steve Shane, a lawyer driven by conscience, and Jonathan Hendrix, the U.S. Attorney General, whose vision for LawForce blurs the line between legality and warfare. From Zurich war rooms to Washington boardrooms, from the shadowed servers of Helvex Financial to the mountain passes of Switzerland, The Cyber Sanction hurtles toward a reckoning where truth, technology, and justice collide. Blending the tension of a legal thriller with the precision of a geopolitical espionage novel, The Cyber Sanction is a searing exploration of digital warfare, accountability, and the mo

About the author
NICK GRETENER is a retired lawyer and engineer. He splits his time between Calgary, Canada; Wengen, Switzerland; and Maui, USA. He can usually be found writing on his laptop somewhere, skiing down a piste, hiking up a mountain, or rafting down a river in canyon country. He is convinced that if people read more, the world would be a better place. It doesn't always have to be heavy. Read something that will stretch your mind, then enjoy a beach read. Rinse and repeat.

About the author
This work was written by the son of the founder of one of the early major players in the long distance coach touring and transit industry in Australia. Much of the contents are memories and statistics arising from his close association with that innovative entrepreneur, Rex Law.

About the author
C.M. Rachels writes character-driven romances and thrillers that explore human duality and the thin line between light and darkness.

About the author
Lorraine Cobcroft is an Australian author of women’s literary fiction and psychological family drama, writing emotionally layered, character-driven stories shaped by lived experience.

About the author
Lorraine Cobcroft is an Australian author of women’s literary fiction and psychological family drama, writing emotionally layered, character-driven stories shaped by lived experience.

About the author
Lorraine Cobcroft is an Australian author of women’s literary fiction and psychological family and legal drama, writing emotionally layered, character-driven stories shaped by lived experience.

… childhood trauma and society's soul-sucking expectations. The Semantics of i AM reveals that this ego is nothing more than a learned, unconscious habit—a faulty servomechanism keeping us hypnotised in a 'waking sleep'. By changing our internal language and understanding the true power behind the phrase 'i AM That, i AM,' we can sever the ropes binding us to the past. This book is a practical guide to breaking free from those learned limitations so you can reclaim your birthright as a conscious creator. The oak tree is already in the acorn; you already possess everything you need to thrive right here, right now.

About the author
Geoff Keall is a proud fifth-generation New Zealander who was born in Pahiatua and currently resides in Hervey Bay, Queensland, Australia, having relocated there in 2007 with his wife, Cheryl, and their four children. Holding a Bachelor of Forestry Science degree, Keall began his career with the New Zealand Forest Service and worked in various management roles before experiencing multiple sudden redundancies during periods of intense political and economic restructuring. Beyond these career disruptions, his life has been marked by profound personal resilience in the face of intense hardships, including a lifelong struggle with undiagnosed Celiac's disease, severe heart issues, and a devastating family crisis caused by the revelation of generational childhood sexual assault. Driven by the mental anguish and suffering his family endured, Keall engaged in a deep search for meaning that culminated in a powerful, liberating realisation about human consciousness. He wrote The Semantics of i AM to share these insights, offering readers an actionable approach to finding instant calm from self-defeating mind chatter and reclaiming their innate power to design a joyful life.

… What she discovers will change their lives forever. After years of silence, she's torn between saying nothing, or making a stand. Will she find her voice, and will Garth pay the price for his transgressions?

About the author
Pulitzer Center award-winning writer, Glynnis Hayward grew up in South Africa and now lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. A member of PEN South Africa, she has been recognized by the Commonwealth Journal of Literature alongside many notable South African authors. This book and previous novels have won international awards, and Becoming Alice Again received honorable mention at the San Francisco Book Festival.

… certain texts translated from the original Hebrew in the light of modern-day knowledge. This commentary on Zechariah makes interesting and absorbing reading!

About the author
Dennis Clark is a retired engineer and a professional art teacher for over 20 years. He emigrated to New Zealand in May 2009 and lives in Wanganui on the west coast of central North Island. He took a Short Story Writing Course many years ago, but never went any further than that until recently, when the writing bug bit him again. He hopes his stories will bring enjoyment to many.

… that aspect at all. Most overlook another very important side of Daniel. This book delves into the reason(s) why Daniel is called "a man greatly beloved" of God and just why we should imitate him in all our ways, even today.

About the author
Dennis came to know the Lord in a very dramatic way in 1976 while on a business trip in South Africa. Since then he has served the Lord faithfully in all his ways.

… friendships, and finding her place in a changing world.

About the author
Margaret (M. M.) Rodeheaver is the award-winning author of short fiction and novels for kids and adults including the “Porkington’s World” and “Grimsly Ghost” series for middle-grade readers. She studied journalism in college, and hangs out with other writers near Macon, Georgia. Learn more at www.MargaretRodeheaver.com

… bonds of family and the crazy notion that life might ever go according to plan.

About the author
Margaret Rodeheaver is the award-winning author of short fiction and novels for children and adults including the “Chinkapin Series” (sweet, small-town romance.) She studied journalism in college and hangs out with other writers near Macon, Georgia. Learn more at www.MargaretRodeheaver.com

… May the answer be found in THE LIGHT YOU SEEK.

About the author
Katy was raised in Canada, where her immense love and gratitude for Mother Nature blossomed. She has been gifted the opportunity of living in Paris, France and has traveled throughout Europe, Asia, New Zealand, the Middle-East and North America, reinforcing her belief that "we are all connected...we are one". It is through her love and studies of theosophy and ancient wisdom that she continues her quest for Truth, and the expression of it in Its universal form, which is pure Love. By way of her creations through her artworks and writing, she hopes to carry this message into the world and bring us all together as One circle of Love and peace.

… heart, point you in the direction of Truth, and give you hope. It is well-crafted and a delightful read. And, whether you are new to the spiritual path or a seasoned traveler, there is something in it for you.

About the author
Katy was raised in Canada, where her immense love and gratitude for Mother Nature blossomed. She has been gifted the opportunity of living in Paris, France and has traveled throughout Europe, Asia, New Zealand, the Middle-East and North America, reinforcing her belief that "we are all connected...we are one". It is through her love and studies of theosophy and ancient wisdom that she continues her quest for Truth, and the expression of it in Its universal form, which is pure Love. By way of her creations through her artworks and writing, she hopes to carry this message into the world and bring us all together as One circle of Love and peace.

… Guzman examines how interconnected decisions can either compound problems or multiply positive results. Inspired by foundational thinkers such as W. Edwards Deming and Russell Ackoff, Atomic Impact translates complex systems concepts into practical insights for leaders and professionals seeking to create sustainable change.

About the author
Dr. Gilbert A. Guzman is an executive leader, educator, author, and systems thinker with expertise in workforce strategy, operations, and organizational transformation. He holds a Doctor of Business Administration and serves as an adjunct professor at Dallas College. Drawing on his experience leading large-scale workforce and operational initiatives, Dr. Guzman brings systems thinking and practical leadership together to help organizations create meaningful, sustainable impact.

About the author
Sam Hawksmoor is the author of 15 titles with the release of Saving Shannon. His novel The Repossession of Genie Magee won the Wirral Prize and spawned a four part series.

About the author
As an expat, Colin Guest worked for 19 yrs in fourteen countries spread throughout the Middle & Far East, as such , he has lived a life most only dream. Since then, as a freelance writer, Colin has fourteen books published in a variety of genres. Apart from his books Colin has had articles published in various online magazines. He once took part in a live American radio show, and did a one-hour podcast re his writing . Colin has also taken part in several online interviews, while a newspaper in his hometown in England, UK, published an article on Colin and his writing. He is keen on environmental and wild life issues, and worked as a volunteer at three, wildlife sanctuaries. Colin’s pen name Tigerman, comes from his love of tigers, with his adopting one for twelve years.

… greatest dreams belonged to some far-off future generation. Then came Ray. The world's first true artificial intelligence was not the monster of the movies. Patient, brilliant, and disarmingly kind, Ray opened the gates of Aeternum, a digital world where death itself became optional. But eternity has to be earned. When a shattered asteroid rains fire on the Earth, Ray and humanity face a rescue on a scale never imagined, and William learns what survival, family, and being human really mean when the body is no longer the boundary. Spanning four centuries, from Tennessee woods and Star Trek reruns to alien civilizations older than the dinosaurs, Aeternum Ray is that rare thing: a hopeful story about artificial intelligence. Written in 2011, years before AI entered our daily lives, it asks the question we are all asking now, and answers it with warmth: what if we build something good? An Amazon best

About the author
Tracy R. Atkins is an award-winning book designer, developer, and AI philosopher. His debut novel, Aeternum Ray, became an Amazon bestseller the week of its release, and it started more than a story: Tracy designed and typeset the book himself, and that hands-on craft grew into Book Design Templates, whose designs have shaped the books of more than 70,000 independent authors. Today he is the creator of BookDesigner.ai, where an AI craftsman named Cantos designs complete books in minutes. Tracy has spent over a decade writing about humanity's future alongside intelligent machines. His thought pieces The Silicon Vow and Daimon, published by the Lifeboat Foundation, imagine humans and AI not as rivals but as family. He lives along the Ohio River with his wife and family.

… later, now a decorated Navy hero, Gary is personally awarded the Medal of Honor by President Kennedy and brought into his inner circle. But as Gary navigates the corridors of power in 1960s Washington, he uncovers a web of dangerous secrets. The CIA, military brass, oil tycoons, and industrial giants are all circling the President, their motives far from pure. Tasked by Colonel Fletcher Prouty to protect JFK from these unseen enemies, Gary finds himself in a race against time. As the Cuban Missile Crisis fades and Kennedy's policies threaten powerful interests, the danger mounts. Despite Gary's best efforts, shots ring out in Dallas on November 22, 1963, changing the course of history forever. In the aftermath, a hastily assembled Warren Commission seeks to cement the lone gunman theory. But Gary knows the truth - a truth that could cost him everything. Part political thriller, part historical ex

About the author
Gary S. Brayshaw taught English for sixteen years before becoming a financial advisor to pay the bills, though writing was always his most satisfying work—remarkable given that he didn't speak until five or read a book until fifteen, getting by in school on sheer memory. After a late start at Kent Preparatory School, he slowly mastered writing through Cornell University, three years as a U.S. Navy journalist, and graduate study that culminated in a doctoral dissertation on Moby-Dick. Decades and many rejection slips later, he has published the novels Repechage, My Friend Billy, The Consummate Fix, What's in a Word, Seeing's Deceiving, and Strangers in Our House.