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First Flight follows the captivating journey of a determined young owlet named Andrew, mentored by his wise grandfather, Hoot, as he strives to master the skill of flying. Andrew gains confidence through daily practice flights, and despite the challenges of a daunting fall and the sudden disappearance of his grandfather, he persists and eventually reaps the rewards of consistent effort. First Flight is a poignant tale of resilience, emphasizin...

We all want to win, but we must never cheat." In a world growing ever more competitive, people sometimes will do anything to win, even if it means sacrificing a friendship. In the third book in the Bobby the Bear series, Bobby the Bear and the Great Race explores the important themes of sportsmanship and integrity. Bobby and his forest friends decide to hold a community-wide race to find out who is the fastest animal in the forest, and the eve...

Maverick Smothers embodies his name in life and business. A brilliant entrepreneur already at five years old, Maverick enlightens the business world with his cutting-edge advice in Serious Business. He's heard 1000s of hours of business calls and has attended countless business meetings, though not by choice. His mom has a no-holds-barred attitude when it comes to speaking up in business, and Maverick has taken note over the years. Now, he's r...

Freshman Congressman Jerry Sharpe suspects Mildred Hawthorne murdered his mother. In Washington, D.C., his rage boils over and he embarks on an insidious campaign to destroy her. It starts with the gruesome murder of Mildred's oldest son, and then, a brutal double homicide of her other children. Each murder brings Sharpe closer to his goal--making Hawthorne suffer as he did nearly thirty years ago when he found his mother lifeless in the batht...

Never Grow Up! teaches us to retain our childlike wonder of the world. Jimmy, the narrator and my husband, was a firm believer in never growing up-and he never did. His childlike wonder inspired others to live a life of fun and joy in spite of difficult times. The dialogue in this book encourages readers to interact with Jimmy, sharing answers about feelings as Jimmy asks questions. Adults and children will learn from each other as they read t...

Freshman Congressman Jerry Sharpe suspects Mildred Hawthorne murdered his mother. In Washington, D.C., his rage boils over and he embarks on an insidious campaign to destroy her. It starts with the gruesome murder of Mildred's oldest son, and then, a brutal double homicide of her other children. Each murder brings Sharpe closer to his goal--making Hawthorne suffer as he did nearly thirty years ago when he found his mother lifeless in the batht...

Follow the true story of Sunshine, a feral cat out alone in the world, who is taken in by a loving family who discovers she is pregnant. After her five kittens are born, Sunshine is set loose and resumes her life in the wild, however, she soon realizes she misses life with the family...but will she be welcomed back?

By the light of the moon, hidden in the rolling hills of 1923 Carroll County, Iowa, illegal whiskey flows from homemade stills. Defying Prohibition, farmers-turned-entrepreneurs turn their hog houses, barns, and basements into moonshine operations to feed their families and save their land while dodging the ever-present federal regulators led by Alvin Truly, the newly deputized agent for the northern district. To stay ahead of the law, the dis...

By the light of the moon, hidden in the rolling hills of 1923 Carroll County, Iowa, illegal whiskey flows from homemade stills. Defying Prohibition, farmers-turned-entrepreneurs turn their hog houses, barns, and basements into moonshine operations to feed their families and save their land while dodging the ever-present federal regulators led by Alvin Truly, the newly deputized agent for the northern district. To stay ahead of the law, the dis...

My Silly Granny is a heartwarming story of a little girl known as Sweetheart and her dear Granny who has dementia. On a visit, Granny explains to Sweetheart how a few simple acts of kindness can tap into her youthful spirit and help them both navigate the day with love and positivity. Her gentle, innocent voice explains how simple pleasures like laughing and singing can keep her in the present and what it's like when she begins to lose track o...

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Stella, the cutest little puppy anyone has ever seen, lives in a pet shop and is anxious to find her human parents. One day, the pet shop has a special sale, and Stella meets Alexis and James. Immediately, Stella decides that they are her perfect match, but she is quickly saddened when they leave without her. Alone and confused, Stella listens to the advice of her friend as she struggles to understand what happened. When Alexis and James retur...

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When we reach beyond our own professional networks to collaborate, those new relationships can make us more powerful. Stronger Together shows how reaching outside internal teams and enlisting the help of other organizations, even your competitors--something author Nicole Mahoney refers to as co-opetition--can dramatically improve results. Research has proven that organizations that collaborate benefit from fresh, innovative ideas, improved bra...

With her husband freshly buried, Karoline Olsen now shoulders the twin burdens of raising her large brood of children, including the one she carries in her belly, and managing a difficult farm life by herself in the Loess Hills. Spanning 1905 to 1933, the second installment of the Olsen series brings major world events--WWI, the Spanish flu, prohibition, suffrage, and the Great Depression--to Iowa, impacting the lives of the Soldier inhabitant...

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play an instrument or anything that requires a new skill? 76-year-old James Mitchell, a non-musician, set out to do just that--but not one instrument, the entire orchestra. Musical Chairs is a bow by blow adventure that follows Mitchell on his quest to perform excerpts from the classical repertory with just twelve lessons and practice on each instrument. His more than three-year journey provides a platform ...

Do you dream about traveling the world and learning about other people? Being a sports star? Helping others? Riding a dinosaur? Whatever inspires you, you can make it happen! Brave, Bold YOU! is a story to encourage children of all ages to believe in themselves and dream big dreams. Readers are taken on a journey of discovery, self-love, and compassion. By teaching resilience, kindness, and bravery, this book empowers all audiences to find the...

The Moon is My Favorite Color is the story of a little girl who thinks outside the box of crayons. She connects earthly objects to the different shades of the Moon through its phases and changes in weather, opening herself up to a new world of color. Her fresh perspective shows us how, with a little imagination and time, we can all expand our view of life around us--and beyond. Readers can learn more about the Moon using the book's Click & See...

As far back as he can remember, R&B, singer, rapper, and activist/social worker Will (Keeps) Holmes has dreamed of a career in music. Originally inspired and influenced by Michael Jackson, Keeps felt the call to perform, to sing and to dance, and he knew there was magic in his voice. But growing up on the South Side of Chicago as gangs were beginning to cast a long shadow over the city, the far more pressing need to appear strong and defend th...

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