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Published: Mon, 10/29/18
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Face the Winter Naked by Bonnie Turner
About Face the Winter Naked by Bonnie Turner
A GREAT DEPRESSION NOVEL
“We in America today are nearer to the final triumph over poverty than ever before in the history of any land. The poorhouse is vanishing from among us.” ~Herbert Hoover, accepting the Republican presidential nomination. Palo Alto, California, August 1928
Daniel Tomelin, a battle-worn veteran haunted by the carnage of the First World War, deserts his family in the Great Depression and goes on the road seeking work and relief from the nightmares of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
This page-turning tale of courage is set in a tragic era in which hope was sometimes all they had and parallels today’s economic turmoil and unemployment. It’s The Grapes of Wrath from another viewpoint. It’s a wife and mother providing for her children under miserable, heartbreaking circumstances, while her husband tramps around the country playing a banjo, searching for answers to the puzzle of Daniel Tomelin, keeping his hillbilly sense of humor, his humanity, his love of God and nature intact, while deep inside feeling ashamed and unworthy of the family he loves with all his heart. Like scores of other men who abandoned their families during those impoverished years, Daniel’s wounded pride for being unable to care for his wife and children prevents him from going home.
Face the Winter Naked provides an engrossing read in which Turner interweaves history, geography, and a compelling love story. More than that, it is a story that looks beyond the surface, delving into the inner workings of the human mind, a powerful narrative that illuminates larger issues of humanity that are timeless and volatile and just as apropos today as decades ago: War. Political strife. Economic collapse. Environmental catastrophe. Division of families. Cruelty and oppression. Poverty, inequity, and all the faces of prejudice. But it is also about love. And faith. And strength. And hope, forgiveness, and perseverance.
Readers may feel they are traveling with this simple carpenter through the Ozark hills of Missouri as he wears out his cardboard “Hoover” insoles searching for his next meal, an odd job that pays only pennies, or shelter from the dust and sweltering heat that summer of 1932.
But they’ll be glad they’re not.
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Bonnie Turner – one of the few remaining members of the Greatest Generation – was born in Independence, Missouri, on Halloween, at the height of the Great Depression.
Currently residing in Wisconsin, she is a mother, a grandmother, and a great-grandmother. Her many interests include astronomy, geography, history, yoga, philosophy, psychology, metaphysics, and parapsychology. She’s a self-educated jack-of-all-trades, a Scorpio astrology sign, a Mensa *almost*, a classical-music and jazz-fusion aficionado. She has owned two wonderful Siberian huskies – Sasha and Oniktok (Tokka) – and is currently *owned* by a feisty Tortoiseshell cat named Jazzbaby.
Turner learned to read in first grade from the famed “Dick and Jane” readers. Many years later, her first novel for children (The Haunted Igloo) was published by Houghton Mifflin in 1991. After that book was released, she visited grade schools with a life-size, handmade Inuit doll, encouraging students to keep reading and writing – and offering “polar bear hugs” along with her autograph.
In addition to writing, Turner is a professional copy editor, proofreader, and book formatter with more than forty years experience.
Developing Success, Motivation & Inspiration by M. Curtis McCoy
About Developing Success, Motivation & Inspiration by M. Curtis McCoy
The short ebook “Developing Success, Motivation & Inspiration” shares the story of a young entrepreneur, CEO, and inventor. By age 25, he was running many successful businesses and creating success in spite of struggles while fighting Type 1 diabetes and frequent seizures.
It all came crashing down when he was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. He had lost everything…
Developing Success, Motivation & Inspiration describes the journey he took from that low point to running a nationwide cellular company while meeting successful people along the way. He took some calculated risks and created opportunities while fighting to survive cancer and maintain his status as an entrepreneur.
M. Curtis McCoy hopes his story as a survivor inspires not only entrepreneurs but also those struggling with health issues to continue their fight.
This Non-Fiction book is available in these Formats: eBook
Driven to the Hilt: The Deepest Cut by DG Lamb
About Driven to the Hilt: The Deepest Cut by DG Lamb
Trapped and alone, can he survive?
Young Joshua finds himself trapped outside the mining colony on the planet of Cypress Grove. He faces a dark rainforest infested with a creature so deadly, it has kept all humans confined inside their only settlement for decades.
But the colony’s criminal underworld may be even worse…
In this original coming of age tale, debut author DG Lamb lays the foundation for the Driven to the Hilt series with plenty of action, unique style, and a richly crafted young hero.
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WINNER of the Independent Authors’ Network Outstanding Science Fiction book of 2018.
“… a debut novel that brilliantly introduces a series with huge promise of entertainment. “ Readers’ Favorite review 5*****
“There can be little doubt that the plot of this novel is absolutely gripping.” – Leonard Tillerman – Reviewer/Book blogger
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David Lamb is a board certified clinical neuropsychologist. His day job involves helping people to become more independent after some type of neurological injury. In addition to a doctorate in Clinical Psychology, he has a Master’s in Art Therapy. David has also worked with law enforcement officers to deal with PTSD after critical incidents. While recovering from prostate cancer surgery, his son suggested he try his hand at creative writing. Although his professional experiences certainly informed aspects of this story, he also drew upon his love of cooking and backpacking the mountain trails of Arizona (where unlike Cypress Grove, it rarely rains). This is his debut novel.
Forgiven
****Blake****
Sage was my only love and the only one in my soul. Her love made my every wrong right. She was my first love, and my love for her grew stronger with every breath I took. She made me a better man. In marriage, our hearts became one, and our lives were bonded forever when I promised to hold her close to my heart and remain loyal to only her. But beyond my promises, I made mistakes; I failed my beautiful wife. Still, Sage means the world to me, because once mine is forever mine—until death do us part . . .
****Sage****
At one time I loved another and thought I’d never love again. But after Blake came into my life, there was no other. I wanted to share all my love with him. The way he looked at me showed me how much he cared. He grabbed my heart forever. With Blake I was a better woman. After the vows we took, I had no doubt our love would last for all eternity. Then, to discover that Blake’s promises were lies and I had been played a fool broke my heart once more. Now, nothing will ever be the same.
Forgiven is an emotional story full of love, heartbreak, and betrayal. Turn the pages and find out if two hearts can heal from the pain of broken promises. Will Sage and Blake find their way back to each other, or is their love lost forever?
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Theresa Hodge is an Alabama native – loving mother, wife, sister, aunt and friend. She is at her best when she is able to bring happiness to others. This author loves to read almost as much as she loves to write fictional stories. She finds writing therapeutic at times, especially during the loss of her oldest sister from breast cancer, which birthed her “Ask Me Again” Series. This was her first but this compilation led to her writing several other books. These book’s includes her bestselling Noelle’s Rock series among many others.
Additionally, Theresa has a love affair with poetry. She began writing poetry at an early age and it served as a catalyst for her growth as a writer.
If Theresa can bring a smile to your face and encourage someone else along her journey, she considers it a blessing beyond measure.
Man & Horse: The Long Ride Across America
About Man & Horse: The Long Ride Across America
In 1974 John Egenes rode his young horse across the United States. This is the story of a young man coming to terms with himself, and how a little Quarter Horse named Gizmo showed him the way. Ride with them as they make their incredible journey across an America that no longer exists.
“…a story of hardship, change and growth revisited through the lens of time and maturity. I had a hard time putting it down.”
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John Egenes has been a musician, a saddlemaker, a dog catcher, a university lecturer, and a hobo, among other things. His life is a highway that he views through a windshield full of squashed bugs. From New Mexico by way of California, he now makes his home in New Zealand.
Whats a Rogue Got To Do With It
About Whats a Rogue Got To Do With It
Lewis Knight left behind his life as the son of nobleman years ago. The rough, scarred man is quite content to use his brute force and bad reputation to help the Earl of Redmere with his smuggling—a ruse to aid the war effort. But that all changes when Louisa–the woman he’s admired for far too long–needs his help.
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USA Today bestselling author Samantha Holt lives in a small village in England with her twin girls and a dachshund called Duke. If you’re not sure where to start why not try…
Sentinel Book 1 – Masked by Gabriel Michaelson
About Sentinel Book 1 – Masked by Gabriel Michaelson
The hero’s journey has to start somewhere. Tyrone Sy is no hero, not yet. Armed with the mystical force, Industria, he is one of the Sabres, WestScarlet’s crack team of warriors. Together with his teammates Eva, Lionel, and Avery, he is pledged to defend WestScarlet from threats great and small.
Tyrone Sy and his team of Sabres have a simple mission. Write a report on werebeast attacks. It’s probably just the fever dreams of a few overexcited citizens, right? When the team encounter dangerous enemies and a massacre in progress, they’ll have to dig deep if they are to survive their very first mission.
When the Four Cities massacre is uncovered, the Sabres are deployed undercover to the town of Draekeor to solve one mystery. Who is releasing the beast masks?
As Tyrone’s team uncovers the secrets of the beast masks, they are stymied by the terrorist organisation Masquerade. Now, the Sabres must face off against Masquerade for the sake of Draekeor.
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Gabriel Michaelson is a writer who enjoys creating unique fictional fantasy worlds.
When he’s not writing, Gabriel enjoys listening to music, exercising, and regaling unsuspecting people with funny anecdotes about his past.
Wiggle: Super Powers You Never Knew You Had by Dr. Carolynn Cobb
About Wiggle: Super Powers You Never Knew You Had by Dr. Carolynn Cobb
Wiggle: Super Powers You Never Knew You Had is a Bestselling, fresh approach to self-help by Clinical Psychologist Dr. Carolynn Cobb. You will learn how to Trust Yourself, Make Good Decisions, Build Your Self-Confidence and Stay Grounded as you navigate life’s ups and downs. It’s time to feel inspired and start living the life you were meant to live. Get Wiggle today while it is on sale! Only 99 cents during this promotion. Always Free to Kindle Unlimited subscribers.
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Dr. Carolynn Cobb is a Clinical Psychologist in private practice. Her special interests are cognitive rehabilitation, technology driven interventions, and personal growth and development.
For fun and entertainment, Dr. Cobb enjoys glass blowing, pottery, and metal sculpturing. She lives in the country in Texas and has several types of dogs (Irish Setters, Irish Wolfhound, Berger Picards). The dog on the cover of Wiggle is Dr. Cobb’s Berger Picard, Claire.
Run Till It’s Over
What will a twelve year old do to stay alive? Marty Summers is about to find out after he hooks up with sixteen year old Brock Parker a drug dealer. Good intentions will only take you so far and running will last only so long. So how does Marty get out of a bad situation? He knows to many names for it to be easy and the head boss will not make it easy.
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Been married 43 years and have ten grandchildren and our sweet dog Molly. I enjoy music and have played the drums for over 45 years. I have been writing many years and I lean more toward dramatic stories with action and suspense that will keep the reader engaged to the very last page.
The Law of Moses
Samuel Cardiff had a plan. He had recently graduated from the Teachers College and now he was returning home. The first goal completed, his next step was to find a position and then he could get married.
Samuel was a quiet man, some would say a pacifist. He believed in God, family and education. He was not concerned with the happenings outside his home town.
Outside events, however, were about to drag him from his beloved Elmira. It was the spring of 1861 and Confederate forces had recently attacked Fort Sumter. Against every moral belief, he enlisted in the Union Army and with his first step toward the south, he changed his life forever.
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Winner of Readers’ Favorite Silver Award for Historical Fiction/Western, Kwen knew he wanted to be a writer when he was fourteen years old. He felt the urge when he finished Earnest Hemingway’s masterpiece For Whom The Bell Tolls. The story touched him in a way no other book ever had. It transported a kid born and raised on a farm and ranch in Idaho to the mountains of Spain. It took him back in time forty years to witness the Spanish Civil War. Kwen knew he wanted to share that wonder with other people.
The Peddler
When Andrew bought a carved figure from The Peddler, he thought he was doing the old man a favor. When three violent criminals came to give his shop a shakedown, he realized it was the other way around. In this fantasy, horror novelette, a luscious, green park stands as a beacon of thriving life in the midst of a fledgling city where criminals run rampant. The police are either helpless, ignorant, or criminals themselves.
Between the park and the city sits The Peddler, a blind hermit who whittles remarkably lifelike figurines of history’s bravest warriors—miniature statues that seem to find their way to the victims of the city’s injustices. Does fate favor the innocent? Or is there more to The Peddler and his carvings…
The Peddler is the third in an anthology series of stand-alone short works of spec-fiction called Black Band Shorts.
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Channing Whitaker is a novelist, screenwriter, and filmmaker originally hailing from Centerville, Iowa. An alum of Indian Hills Community College, Channing went on to study cinema, screenwriting, literature, and mathematics at the University of Iowa. His college years were also spent tending bar and in bar security, which he considers a valuable study of humanity, and an indispensable supplement to his formal education.
Post graduation, Channing began his career in the production of television news, independent films, and commercial videos, as well as writing for websites, corporate media, and advertising. His career has taken Channing from Iowa to Texas, Alaska, Oklahoma, and to California where he currently resides.
Channing is a fan of many media forms and genres. He considers himself a storyteller foremost and works in multiple media and genres himself. Channing’s artistic influences include Trevanian, Gene Roddenberry, Kurt Vonnegut, Jim Jarmusch, and Robert Altman, though he credits his late father, a psychology professor, with profoundly impacting his approach to the deep, conflicted, and multifaceted characters which drive his stories.
In his home life, Channing is a father of two, a sports lover, and a real-life space exploration enthusiast.
Channing is among a small subset of writers who are also dyslexic. He considers learning to overcome the challenges of this diagnosis to have aided him in persevering amid the rejection-filled, uncertain, and competitive fields of writing and screenwriting.
It’s A STORM WITHOUT GOD… IT’S THE PERFECT JOURNEY WHEN YOU KNOW THE NAME OF JESUS IS GUARANTEED!!!
About It’s A STORM WITHOUT GOD… IT’S THE PERFECT JOURNEY WHEN YOU KNOW THE NAME OF JESUS IS GUARANTEED!!!
Hey! My name is Larry Taylor, I’m 29 years old, born in Cleveland Ohio. I would like to share with you a little of my story. In 2012, the doctors told my family and I, that I only had 48 hours to live… BUT GOD!!! In 2013, I had a house fire, and my family and I lost everything… But God!!! In 2016, I Had brain surgery, and was diagnose with brain cancer… But God!!! 2018, I’m an inventor, I’ve created 4 business plans, I’m an Author, I’m a deans list student, I’m a 2018 college graduate, I’M A SURVIVOR!!! GOD’S SO GREAT!!! I’m currently working on my prototype for my first invention and getting my patents/copyrights, working on promoting my book I just published in September 2018, working on my business plans, working on finding a team to prosper with, and thanking GOD EVERYDAY!!! On this journey I’ve learned a lot and connected with a lot of great people that has helped me out tremendously. I’m ready to bring my story out to the world to show GOD’S GLORY!!! I really could use some help on promoting my book and getting to the next level!
He’s that little bit of hope, when your backs’ against the ropes, YO I made it(THANK YOU JESUS!!!), he’s the Worlds’ greatest(THANK YOU JESUS!!!). I just asked the lord to help me… GODS’ SO GREAT!!! I just said in the name of JESUS… GODS’ SO GREAT!!!
GOD used my health problems to pull me out of the real storm, the storm/battle against myself; I was fighting and drowning myself… BUT GOD!!! THANK YOU JESUS!!! my health problems was nothing compared to what i was doing to myself. God allowed me to see why I went through everything I did as a kid, teen, and a younger adult! Just know NO matter what you go through, GOD IS GUARANTEED!!!
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Larry Eugene Taylor Jr, Age 29, Born in Cleveland Ohio on January 26, 1989. Mom is Sabrina Denise Edmondson, Dad is Larry Eugene Taylor Sr. Sisters are Ranesha Edmondson, Tammy Taylor, Toni Taylor, and Tara Taylor. Brothers are James Maddox, Thedrick Edmondson, Martez Edmondson, Marty Taylor. Growing up it was a little rocky, BUT GOD!!! Going through everything i’ve been through made me the person/man i am today. GODS’ SO GREAT!!! A Magna Cum Laude Graduate from Kentucky State University. college athlete, play football for union college and KYSU. aspiring author, inventor, strength and condition coach, and entrepreneur! Succeeding to show Gods’ glory
Rescue at Waverly by TJ Mott
About Rescue at Waverly by TJ Mott
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Thaddeus Marcell runs an elite mercenary company beyond the borders of the Norma Empire. His fleets travel the galaxy, fighting for pay while trawling for rumors about his unmapped homeworld he was abducted from years ago: a legendary planet called Earth.
So when his spies locate a woman he knew from Earth long ago, Thaddeus decides to take his fastest starships on a very risky rescue mission. But time is short, and he has acquired many enemies through the years…
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Tangled Webs by F. M. Meredith
About Tangled Webs by F. M. Meredith
Too many people are telling lies: The husband of the murder victim and his secretary, the victim’s boss and co-workers in the day care center, her stalker, and Detective Milligan’s daughter. Though this is #15 in the Rocky Bluff P.D. series, like the others, it can be read as a standalone. The mystery is solved at the end. This series is as much about the police officers and their families as it is about the cirmes.
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