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The Legend Lives On…After Antonio Montero is killed, Gena is left alone, pregnant, and addicted to drugs. Her life turns around when she falls for Dr. Shawn Bomoski. Their married life in Detroit seems to be a fairytale and Shawn is eager to raise Gena's son as his own. But drugs and violence lurk underneath this perfect world. Shawn works for the Sorcerer, the kingpin of Las Vegas. When Shawn is arrested for murdering a police detective, he sets off an explosive series of events that puts his family and the Detroit drug game in danger. Young Antonio, the true son of Scarface, grows up in a world of blood and violence. But nothing will compare to what happens when he is ready to take his throne…Filled with grit and gore, romance and comedy, The Son of Scarface is an action-packed adventure with turns you won't see coming. Hold on - if you can.About the Author Stanley L. Battle loves his family and the Lord. He enjoys fishing. Inspired to write this book, he appreciates all his fans.

She is the calming of a summer storm.She picks up her sword swinging it at every obstacle that comes before her.She may get knocked down once or twice, but she gets back up to begin her fight. She's as strong as mother nature intended her to be.She may be quiet, but she is also fierce.She's not weak by any means.She's poetic with words of love,The author has experienced grief and pain. She has bipolar, depression, and anxiety, and knows the struggle to survive each day can seem overwhelming. In The Unruly Soul, she explores and confronts her pain and broken dreams, finding and celebrating occasional flashes of joy and love. In rich and vivid reflections, she writes about her battles with the inner demons of depression and anger, as well as the fight to feel heard and understood. Smalls rays of light from her family and pets give her enough strength and hope to continue. Intimate and universal, filled with powerful imagery, The Unruly Soul is brave exploration of mental illness. About the AuthorThe author is the mother of four beautiful children. Her parents are her main support system. Without her family, she would not be the strong women she is today. Writing poetry is her passion and she uses it to explore her bipolar, depression, and anxiety. She writes to make sure that no one feels alone in their struggle.

Unior is Happy is about making good choices to improve performance-at home, in school, and in the community at large. When these institutions work together, our children improve and our homes, schools, and communities improve. Unior has been taught to make good choices throughout his life by his family, his teachers, and other positive people in the community to be happy. Readers will feel the passion, commitment, and love for the work of fully educating our children and the role of the adult community to realize the vision.About the AuthorRose Tasker is one of eleven children who grew up and was educated in the Maryland Public School system. Her post-graduate work included attendance at Bowie State University, where Elementary Education was her field of study. At the conclusion of her college experience, a Bachelor's of Science and a Master's Degree were received. Rose is married, and she and her husband have two adult children, six grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. She lives in Maryland with her husband.

Jay, a man who works a basic job and has a basic life, is suddenly surprised to receive a gift from his Uncle Charles. This is not a typical gift: Jay has been left a 9,000 square-foot house. With extravagant extras that come along with the house, Jay must fight to be able to keep such an interesting home. After finding a few friends to help him with this battle, Jay learns that when you have to fight, and you have friends to help you, you are able to accomplish anything imaginable. About the AuthorLyudmila Belding was born in Omsk, Russia. From an early age, she became interested in classical literature and read a lot. After moving to Ukraine and graduating from high school, L. Belding continued her studies at Philological University. She immigrated to the United States when she was 34. L. Belding has always had a desire to write, which brought her first novel, A Poor Life in a Rich House, to life. L. Belding has a son and a granddaughter.

A pack of seven teenagers were a savage group of bullies. One night, they murdered the beautiful thirteen-year-old Madeline Singer. They were never arrested. Instead, the town blamed the murder on a drifter. However, there were people watching that night-people who know the true killers of Madeline. Now, twenty-five-years later, a "Reaper" has come to seek revenge for this horrible crime. The pack has no idea how far he is willing to go to make them pay for what they did. The Reaper is ready, his game is ready, and he is ready to win, and indeed he will, because no one will see him coming until it is too late! God may have mercy on their souls - but the Reaper has none! About the AuthorDeAnna Lipps is married to her wonderful husband, Tony. They have two dogs, named Roxy and CoCo Cabanna. DeAnna taught elementary education for nineteen years. She has also written, produced, and directed many plays for her classes. She is currently writing Hell's Mirror II and two children's books.

Ever since Nikko was a small cub, his family had one set of rules that could never be broken: don't leave the meadow and don't cross the stream. But one day while giving chase to a playful rabbit, the temptation becomes too great, and Nikki crosses the stream, ready for adventure. What happens when he becomes separated from his family? How will he get home? Nikko: The Adventure Begins is more than just a fun adventure tale. It's a story full of valuable lessons for today's youngsters, ranging from the importance of following the rules to how our actions affect the lives of those around us. Children and adults alike will love this heartwarming, coming-of-age tale.About the AuthorDavid Nash is the pen name of Christopher E. Ferguson. He is an average, blue-collar man blessed by our Creator with the gifts of words, a grand imagination, and a desire to entertain and capture the imaginations of others. After a lifetime of hard work, he is finally fulfilling his dream of becoming a published author. He encourages everyone to follow their dreams and gives the following advice: Nourish your own dream - Never give up, pursue it to fulfillment, nothing is impossible if you believe in yourself!!

It is not James's year. His girlfriend broke up with him and cleaned out his apartment. His family is the epitome of happiness. With an empty apartment awaiting him, he is looking at days of sadness and loneliness. But when James sees his crazy neighbor locked out of her apartment, he has no idea his life is about to change forever. One simple request turns his life upside down, and he'll realize that growing up has its own set of challenges.About the AuthorDaniella Castro is a young author looking to inspire others with her stories. She grew up in a small city by the sea, and loves to read and write.

Slap Happy Jack tells the tale of young Jack and his best friend, Smack-a rabbit of unusually large proportions-as they travel around the Old West growing famous for their slap jack skills and generosity with their winnings. Slap Happy Jack captures the author's memories of her grandparents telling stories of "the old days."About the AuthorMickijo was born and raised in Marietta, Ohio. She has always loved to read, allowing her imagination to create vivid scenes in her head. She is married to her best friend, Jim, who serves as her sounding board and critic. They have two children, Nick and Britney, and two granddaughters, Jadelyn and Emma. This is her second children's book.

Save a Seat for Me shares with us author Erical's personal loss through suicide, murder, and failed health from traumatic events, how they occurred and a result of how difficult but possible it is to move through the grieving process. Her personal hope is that the book sheds light on these issues and that the readers know they are not alone. Know that grieving is a natural part of life and the struggle is real. It's the coping with the loss and emptiness of that loved one that puts everything into perspective. There is an empty void there, but she is ready to share with the world. Learn how to view life, how people respond to death, ways of coping with grief, and communicating on a common ground.About the AuthorErical was born in Petersburg, Virginia, and raised in Prince George, Virginia. She has been in the medical field all her adult life, taking care of people when these tragic events occurred right behind each other. She is a mother of a blended family of seven beautiful children, a wife, a sister, and a supportive aunt. She is open to public speaking, teaching, and educating people. She is an advocate for patient rights, quality of life, and helping support ways to address depression, personal loss, and coping with grief.

Everlasting love, eternally existing within our souls.Love so strong it can unwind the minds of men,Stronger than death, more powerful than hate,Totally, wonderfully always a part of me.Debra Marvel lost her husband, the love of her life, at twenty-one. Oceans of Sorrow is her mediation on grief and loneliness as a young widow. Death is not final for those who love. Because love still exists after death, therefore life exists after death. We only grieve so because we must wait to join those we love.She captures the struggle of love - the delicate balance of remembering a loved one while avoiding places and objects that are still too painful to face. While words and memories will never replace a presence, writing can be both a release and a comfort. Oceans of Sorrow will remind those who suffer that they are not alone.I love you beyond words, beyond thoughts, beyond actions. About the AuthorIn ten years, Debra Marvel lost her husband, brother, and mother. Her poems reflect her honest view of grief, mourning, anger, and self-realization. Debra was a teacher for 38 years. She currently volunteers at schools and public libraries. She supports hospice programs, Greenpeace, ocean and land conservancy programs, Jane Goodall and Dian Fossey programs, and veterans associations. Debra loves to walk by the ocean, read, and pet cats.

David J. Obbink is here to enlighten and educate you on how to attain and enjoy clean windows! With knowledge from being in the service of window cleaning for over twenty years, Obbink shares his most valuable knowledge, techniques, and secrets. Any questions, concerns, and frustrations are answered within this book. About the Author David J. Obbink, while not cleaning windows, can be found out in nature and exploring the many lakes that surround his home in Minnesota, along with bass fishing. He also plays different sports, such as ice hockey and table tennis.

My Scars Tell a Story is Mark Everett's battle with cancer. Given a death sentence, Mark relied on his doctors, family, and faith in Jesus Christ for strength. This book is inspired by Mark's promise to share his story to galvanize those who suffer. You can overcome and rise above the pain and obstacles of life. About the AuthorMark Everett Kelly has a passion for sports. In his 10-years at ESPN, Mark won multiple Emmy Awards and is an expert in sports history. Despite suffering from chronic diseases that take away his ability to consistently work, Mark desires to use his God given talents to glorify God and help others.

This book is about the resilience of the human nature. After enduring a major traumatic event, Snow is put into intense therapy. While re-experiencing these events, we get a glimpse into the therapeutic world and the different techniques used in therapy. About the AuthorEstherlouise McDonough is licensed as an LCSW in Florida and a qualified supervisor for Clinical Social Workers Interns. McDonough is currently in private practice and has been working in the therapy field for almost 20 years.

Transforming the Survival Mentality by author Diane Nielsen Helzick is a self-improvement guide to teach readers to conquer the chains that keep us from earning the life we want. After a very troubled and abusive past, Ms. Helzick realized that the lessons she has learned in her life may help others to seek happiness, no matter what. It was on an island in the Portuguese Azores that Ms. Helzick came to know that the only way to truly make successful choices in life is to live in the present reality. This was the impetus that drove her commitment to demonstrate how living in anger and fear are the primary agents of unsuccessful choices. The book itself contains many helpful passages, self-reflection exercises, and poignant dialogue by the author to provoke our innermost thoughts. It is the author's fervent prayer that her readers are motivated to forgive the past and not be distracted by fear, so that they can enjoy living in the present. About the Author Diane Nielsen Helzick has worked in many fields, but her most enjoyable work was at NASA on the space shuttle reconfiguration system. Her team was responsible for decreasing the launch gaps of the shuttles from 700 to 70 days. She also has advocated for abused and neglected children in her home state of Texas for over 20 years. Ms. Helzick was instrumental in the creation of a special living environment for severely handicapped young adults in Houston, Texas. Ms. Helzick worked for an organization called CASA to help at-risk children. Two months after the death of her husband, Gerry, in 2004, one of her CASA children asked her to adopt him. She resigned her post at CASA in order to adopt him, and on November 19th, 2004, Ms. Helzick picked up her new son, Charles. Today, Charles is a fully-functioning, well-educated, autistic top cook at a luxury hotel in San Antonio. Today, he is her hero!

Disenchanted: A young man's story of Vietnam and his journey home is the autobiography of Lane James. In 1969, at the age of nineteen, he was on a plane to Vietnam. At that point in his life, James had already experienced plenty of hardship. Growing up poor in Seattle required him to work hard and learn to take care of himself. His life changed forever when he was drafted into military service and joined the U.S. Army. From there, life became full of friendship, adventure, and danger. Both funny and educational, Disenchanted is full of personal stories about the daily life, struggles, highs, and lows of his life in combat in Vietnam. James gives readers an intimate look into scenes of peril in the midst of warfare as he and his fellow soldiers fought for their country and for their own survival. He describes the challenges of adjusting to civilian life after the war and his battle with PTSD and offers helpful commentary on the current support for veterans and the need to continue to improve efforts to support those who have served. About the AuthorLane James was born in Seattle, Washington, and grew up in the Magnolia and Queen Anne districts. After his military service, James went on to own three mall retail stores in Seattle, selling everything from furniture to t-shirts. In 1995, he developed www.onthefield.com, which has had great success over the years. Located directly across from Century Link Stadium, home of the Seattle Seahawks professional football team, it sells online and in-the-store merchandise for the Seahawks, Seattle Mariners, and Seattle Sounders and as a seller on Amazon.com. James is an avid golfer who helped run the Silver Swan Golf Tournament for thirty-eight years. He has been married for over forty years to Laura. Together they play and sing in the Lane James Band at the Hard Rock Café to raise money and awareness for PTSD. They also have a great joy in 2 new granddaughters, Mariana and Mya. Lane and Laura live in a quiet little town in Washington.

Zee Warren wants it all, a great career, great friends, the love of her life, and the ever elusive, peace of mind. She is well on her way of achieving her goals when she falls hard for sexy, powerful and smooth talking, Dean Foster. Dean threatens to unveil parts of Zee she had long since buried and unintentionally expose her hidden truths. Will dark secrets ruin the life that Zee has so carefully created, and protected? Or will she finally come to terms with finding her true voice and accepting who she really is? Join Dean and Zee as they set forth on a roller coaster ride of passion, deceit, betrayal and forgiveness. It is guaranteed to leave you wanting more! About the AuthorParfait-LaRouche is a long-time and avid reader and writer of fictional short stories and non fictional text. In her debut novel, The Thunder of What You Are, Parfait-LaRouche tackles love, life, and mental health in the black community and hopes to continue the conversations around issues related to it such as access to affordable care, removing the stigma of mental illness and treatment inequality. She enjoys traveling, reading and spending time with loved ones. She resides in Maryland with her family.Facebook: booktherapy19Instagram: Book.therapy_Website: www.booktherapy.us

Written from the point of view of a teddy bear, this short story shows the love and bond a child shares with his/her toys. All of the adventures and experiences they share come to an end one day. Although their life together ends, this story shows that friendships last a lifetime and carry on in life.About the Author: Erin Janson is a very family-oriented person. Some of her interests are Tae Kwon Do and extreme martial arts. Janson has studied Tae Kwon Do since she was five-years-old.

Black Sheep of the Family is the true story of author Eleanor Werkheiser's grandmother, Rhoda. A real-life Cinderella, the beautiful New Jersey native was treated unkindly by her two sisters, well into the twilight of her life. But their ugliness could never change who she was deep down: a genuinely kind and caring person.About the AuthorEleanor Werkheiser has always dreamed of becoming a published author and is currently working on her second book. She is extremely family-oriented and enjoys taking walks with and homeschooling her child. She also enjoys meeting new people.

During his work in hospice, Joseph H. Schlereth has become more and more convinced that discovering and accepting what matters in life shouldn't wait for a grim diagnosis. At first blush, "hospice" and "life" are not synonymous terms. This book takes the reader through a new process of looking at faith and death, which offers fullness of life regardless of age or position. About the AuthorJoseph H. Schlereth is a lifelong resident of southwestern Pennsylvania. His family was in the mainstream of blue collar life in the 1950s-1980s. Half of his working career followed that direction; he worked in local factories when he and his wife raised their children. Seeing a change in local culture, andwondering if he could handle the physical part of factory work as he aged, he decided to go into nursing. After five years in long-term care, hospice was brought to his attention. He knew almost nothing about it, but he was willing to try it. After a month, Schlereth felt like he'd found his place. That was seventeen years ago. Work still requires much of his time, but he enjoys relaxing with family or friends. He also maintains his connection with his local church. Life is good.

When Tempy and Taylor's parents forbid their budding romance, they are forced to love one another in secret. Can they find happiness when the world seems determined to keep them apart? Adeline Marie Howell was inspired to write this story after the loss of her best friend. Parents, let your children make up their own minds about who to love.About the AuthorAdeline Marie Howell writes to sooth her soul. She's the proud mama to three lovable furbabies who brighten even the darkest of days.

The life and adventures of the precious fawn, Skippy, give children an imaginable story that also provides lessons for children. Through the story, the readers see Skippy grow up into a proud buck. The different situations that Skippy endures in this story are situations that can apply to a child's growth.About the AuthorSonnie White has had a love for animals all of her life. White grew up on a farm where she also had the opportunities to ride bulls. Taking care of chickens, kittens, and puppies during her childhood, White has always had a way with animals. After White retired from her nursing career, she and her husband have moved to Colorado and enjoy taking pictures of the wildlife.

I'm Darryl Winters and I have it made. I'm the best player on the best high school basketball team in the state, my two best friends are also my teammates, and I am absolutely killing it with the ladies. Seriously: I'm dating the hottest player on the girls basketball team and the head cheerleader at our school is constantly giving me looks, too. And it's only a matter of time until the college acceptance letters start flooding my mailbox, all of them stuffed with huge scholarships. My only problem? My parents won't leave me along about the words coming out of my mouth. I truly believe I have the right to say what I want, how I want, and when I want. But is this the right feeling to have? Is it safe to have this feeling? The majority of religions teach that whatever words we say, we have to face the consequences of them. Is it true that if I speak bad words, bad will come back to me? The majority of religions say that the words that a tongue produces can determine life or death. Are words sharp enough to be used as a weapon? Can the words I say be powerful enough to cause my death?About the AuthorMy name is K. Countz. When I wrote this book, I was 31 years old. I am a graduate of Calera Christian School and Jacksonville State University. There I majored in Recreational Leadership with a minor in Sociology. After graduating from college in 2010, I could not find a job in my field, so I became a substitute teacher. I would substitute at high schools and special needs classes. No one really liked working in those classes, but I did. Two years later, I became a Special Needs Aide. I began to attend Bible College and have small group sessions about the Bible in 2013. That is where I started to have a better understanding of the Word of God, the Holy Bible. In 2016, I got a job as a nanny, so I left my hometown. Leaving my hometown helped me to realize there was more to me than I thought I was. I began to travel, searching for opportunities between Texas and California. I would go to different auditions and try out for different projects. Out of all my trying, I was only blessed with one opportunity so far. One day as I was praying on what I needed to do, I heard God tell me to write. At first I was shocked because writing is something I am not fond of. Plus I did not know what to write about. Then He directed me to the word "tongue." I did a little research and now I have wrote a story about it. I pray this message help you, like it has helped me.

Books Can Take You Anywhere will create vivid and colorful imagery through expressive rhymes and pictures, while encouraging the desire to read.About the AuthorVicky M. Van Dan-Pletsch taught music in the public schools for thirty-seven years, retiring in June 2017. She currently teaches private music lessons to students of all ages, plays the clarinet in the Bloomington Normal Community Band, is a member of the Clarinet Choir, plays trumpet for military funerals in the American Legion, and is a church organist and pianist. She belongs to and is a member of NAfME, TRS, IRTA, IEA/NEA, AARP, the Ladies Auxiliary Knights of Columbus, and has been active with Special Olympics, Relay for Life, and Habitat for Humanity. Her hobbies include music, baking, cooking, crafting, landscaping, taekwondo, walking, and writing. She collects music boxes, music of all genres, snowmen, spoons from around the world, teddy bears, Green Bay Packers paraphernalia, and has a sweet tooth with her love of dark chocolate. Vicky has been married to her husband, Daniel, for thirty-five years. They have two sons Justin, who is married to Emily, and Jared. Justin and Emily gave birth to Vicky's first grandchild, Mary-Margaret, in April 2018.

In The Adventures of Baytone, a little fish named Baytone pursues what is thought to be impossible! We read about Baytone's faith in his abilities, his respect for the value of teamwork, friendship, and helping others while pursuing his dreams and learning from the wisest pond creature.About the AuthorMarcia Keller Neal lives in a small town outside of Raleigh, North Carolina. She attended Greensboro College and received a BS in Business Economics and went on to earn a Master of Health Administration from Pfeiffer University in North Carolina. She now works part time in the healthcare field.Marcia enjoys her afternoons exploring her artistic talents.

Every moment our brain captures. Every moment our brain decides if it wants to take that moment and make it a memory or if it just wants it to become a figment of our imagination. Every moment, of every second, of every day, is a moment we will never get back. Every moment we have to decide what to do at that moment. Every moment is just another moment. Forever Lovely, a collection of unique poetry, shows readers they can find strength and power in themselves. About the AuthorSasha Riner was raised in a small town, Grand Marais, Minnesota, one of the most beautiful places on Earth. She has an amazing older brother and younger sister. When she is not writing, she is normally painting, reading, spending time outdoors, or working out. Sasha is a nurse. She also has the honor of being married to the most patient and kindhearted man alive and swears she would not be where she is today if it was not for him.

A subject was sentenced to life in prison for a bombing. The FBI "Mystery Memo" 1968 report of their 3 year and 3 month "intensive investigation" stated the investigation did not develop information on the subject as one of the perpetrators of the bombing. The critical evidence used in 2001, the tapes, were 37 years old and inaudible, and then fabricated.Did the subject receive a fair trial? About the AuthorBilly R Fortner received specialized university courses and had direct knowledge of some CIA operations, one military assignment being top secret. As a civilian, he performed internal revenue service investigations of difficult legal issues in cases. After retirement, Fortner stumbled into an event that became his "white whale."

Latino Christian Poems is a collection of works inspired from events in Frank D Mascarena's life. Through all of his many struggles, he was able to find God. We should all realize God is not a myth and He is very much alive. Let your mind and soul dance as you enjoy this collection of poems for you to read, and smile or cry. No matter our emotions, we can dance the good godly dance and not the evil devil dance. Let these words open your mind and soul.About the AuthorFrank D Mascarena was born in Billings, Montana. He had a special relationship with his father, Leo Mascarena, a former U.S. Marine. Leo and Frank spent lots of time fishing. Leo had Frank involved in sports like baseball, boxing, and wresting, but, most important, Leo showed Frank how to pray to the living God. This has inspired Frank to spread the message of God's love. Frank has a large Chicano family in Billings and he also has a large Native American family from his mother's side of the family on the Crow Indian reservation of Montana. In addition to writing, Frank loves sharing with others about his relationship with God, and he also loves inventing board games.

Enforcing immigration laws by prohibiting illegal entry into the U.S., while a dangerous and often-thankless job, is carried out on a daily basis by our nation's brave Border Patrol agents. Chief Pat Brennan, as a U.S. Border Patrol agent, was committed to all aspects of his job, including halting the flow of illegal immigrants attempting to make their way into the United States from Mexico. However, it isn't until Chief Brennan rescues Teresa, a young, pregnant Mexican woman during a nighttime watch, that he begins to realize that even the most well-trained and well-prepared Border Patrol agents struggle with emotions that may impede their ability to make clear decisions and carry out their job duties. As a result of the harrowing rescue operation, Chief Brennan finds himself bonding with Teresa and questioning his commitment to the Border Patrol and the lengths he will go to protect her and her unborn child. Immigration Man explores the inner turmoil often experienced by our nation's Border Patrol agents and the choice one agent makes when humanity surpasses all.About the Author Michael Carrigan was born in Midland, Texas, and raised in Roswell, New Mexico. He and his wife of forty-eight years currently live in Windsor, Colorado, where they enjoy spending time with their five grandchildren and pets. After graduating from New Mexico Military Institute and New Mexico State University with honors in Range Science, Carrigan began a long career in resource management, first with the USDA and then in the private sector, where he worked for major corporations. Throughout his life, Carrigan has been very fortunate to have experienced other cultures, particularly during his time teaching ESL in Bayankhonger and Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, and while serving as an agricultural advisor on the Provincial Reconstruction Team in Anbar Province, Iraq. Ever since his high school and junior college days, Carrigan has enjoyed a lifelong hobby and passion of golf.