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Poetry. In BLACKBIRDS Greg Santos delves into the raw, private mythologies of parenthood, adoption, ethnicity, and uncertain histories. These lyrical poems bring us from Lisbon's winding ways, to cramped Paris quarters and sacred spaces, to Cambodian street markets--all those rooms, wombs, and ruins that make up a complicated and poignant personal history. Building on the wit and charm of his previous full-length collections, here Santos bring...

Being the "bigger person" is easier said than done. Every human being encounters situations-daily-that can inhibit their good judgment and cause them to react in a way they normally wouldn't if they were in a positive state of mind. Be The Bigger Person: Scenarios & Solutions to Better Yourself by Avni Parekh is a self-help guide for successfully managing and overcoming common negative experiences dealt within family life, friendships, relatio...

A reporter for the Detroit Free Press finds himself inextricably involved between two organizational factions that are trying to transform the earth and all of humankind. One organization believes the only way to save the planet is to destroy it first. The other organization is working frantically to save the only four children in the world who they believe can bring the earth forth into a more positive environment: a new Planet Eden. How can ...

At the start of summer, no one, including thirteen-year-old Ethan Morus, knew that he'd been born with a treasure hunting instinct. Now that summer has ended, all groups desiring power are either seeking Ethan's services or hoping to end his young life. Although he has pledged his allegiance to the Light, even they are leery of training him for fear the Dark may lure him to their side. Ethan will face beasts and enchantments on this dangerous ...

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Bad Nana is a story of a doting grandmother who finds her young charges a delight to babysit. She attempts to please them, and enjoys doing so, but this gets her into hot water with the children's parents. However, Jack has a lovely surprise for her when she is about to say goodbye and return home. Nana drives off a very happy lady.Other books by author: The Mansion Rats, Lilla Gorilla, Riwi the Kiwi Goes to a Party, Riwi the Kiwi Goes Looking...

Do you know what to do if your child or a member of your family is a drug addict or alcoholic? There's an Addict in My Closet is the culmination of a medical doctor's thirty year journey treating patients affected by the disease of chemical dependency. Dr. Munden's year personal struggle with addiction in conjunction with his professional experience treating the disease offers unique insight into the mind and reality of chemical dependency. Th...

Welcome to the small town of Hobbs, Arizona. Located about 120 miles north of Phoenix, Hobbs was originally founded in the 19th century as a lumber camp around which the town sprang up. Once all the big trees had been harvested, the lumbermen left Hobbs in search of work elsewhere. But though the population of the town dwindled, its dark history remained. During the town's lumbering heyday, children and teenagers occasionally vanished, never t...

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When thirteen-year-old Ethan Morus is forced to stay on his grandparents' old farm, he expects to find weathered barns, rusty tools, and a creaky house in need of fresh paint. What he doesn't expect is to hear a legend placing his family at the center of an ancient treasure hunt. Or find burial chambers protected by poltergeists, or a secret lair guarded by an ancient beast. And least of all, Ethan doesn't suspect that powerful sorcerers are w...

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Rebecca loves her white Maltese, Dallas, so much, and she spoils the little dog like crazy. His favorite thing is sleeping in Rebecca?s big, comfortable bed. Dallas is a smart pup who can do lots of tricks. One day, he gets bored and leaves Rebecca to go on adventure to the nearby fire station. There, he tries to get a new job as a firedog, even though he isn?t a Dalmatian. Dallas can master ?most? of the steps of the job. A little disappointe...

Reflections is a collection of poetry and photographs inspired by nature. The book is a compilation of photographs by Otis "Pokey" Warren and poetry by Peggy Jackson Walls from original Reflections on Nature, printed in 2001.Peggy Walls is a retired teacher, poet, historian and author of Alabama Gold, a history of the South's last mother lode, History Press, July 11, 2016. http://www.alabamagoldyes.com/Otis "Pokey" Warren is a retired Presbyte...

Vincent Chu's work is funny and big-hearted, like the best short stories from Sherman Alexie, imbued with a generosity and warmth that reminds us that moments of glory can happen when we least expect it. In eighteen stories that shine a light on people far from champions, Like a champion is an ode to the underdogs and long shots, sad office partes and one-sided basketball games, disappointed worker bees and hopeful lovers"--Page 4 of cover.

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