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When a little boy spends the night with his abuelita, a big storm rolls in, and he hears Boom! Rattle! Rattle! Rattle! Thud! on the roof all night long. How scary! But in the morning he finds something not scary at all: fresh, ripe mangoes that fell during the storm! Fresh mangoes that can be made into snow cones!About the AuthorRichard Otero was born in Puerto Rico and grew up in Waukegan, Illinois. His life is all about faith, family, and friends. As long as you have these in your life, all will be fine.

Martin L. Fleming was born and raised when road rage was not killing people by the thousands and unruly classrooms were not robbing students of part of their educations. Fleming was educated by those who gave him a chance to contribute in both business and community. His teachers taught him of respect, honesty, dedication and other traits that enabled him to succeed. A significant portion of this autobiography is devoted to programs Fleming developed to encourage civility within our society and build character within our schools. Respect Honesty Dedication contains fascinating excerpts of decades of involvement in American history, politics and culture through the experiences and lens of author Martin L. Fleming.About the AuthorMartin L. Fleming was raised in a small farming community in Connecticut and graduated from Bryant University with a B.S. in Accounting. After a four-year enlistment in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict, he became employed by The Hartford Courant newspaper in 1956. He became its treasurer in 1968 and served in that position until moving to Washington D.C. in 1973 to take a position at The Washington Post newspaper as its controller and vice president. After resigning from The Washington Post, Fleming held several positions before joining the Holladay-Tyler Printing Corporation in 1980. He served there for ten years until his retirement in 1990. At that time he resigned his position as senior vice president and chief financial officer and moved to Florida. While in Connecticut, Fleming was very active in community affairs. He served his community as a member of the Windsor Locks Library Board, as an advisor to Junior Achievement and as Chairman of the Natural Resources Committee of the Capital Region Planning Agency. He resumed this type of service after moving to Florida as a member of the Palm Beach County School District Character Education Committee and as a member of an advisory committee that provided input to the State Department of Education on the implementation of character education in Florida's public schools. He organized Save Our Students (SOS), an initiative that brought about legislation that made character education mandatory in all of Florida's public schools. Since retirement, Fleming has written five books, two of which dealt with deficit spending at the federal level. In American Politics and Fiscal Responsibility, published in 1998, he expressed the opinion that the legislation signed by President Clinton on August 5, 1997, calling for a balanced budget would not pass the test of time which turned out to be the case. His book, Retired Americans Talking Sense, published in 2004 was written for the sole purpose of saving America from a fiscal train wreck and sent to every member of the House and Senate budget committees.

The Journey: The Mike Vollmer Story follows the life of college football star Mike Vollmer and his battle with ALS, also commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease. A brilliant, kind, and gentle soul, once diagnosed, Mike vowed to never be defined by negativity. He promised to fight mentally, emotionally, and spiritually, every day, to be - in his own words - "a fountain of joy, goodness, peace, encouragement, and happiness" for others. He succeeded. Leaving behind a legacy of strength and determination, Mike spent a lifetime inspiring his friends and family. His story may just inspire you, too.About the AuthorRosemary Daniel Butzer, RN, MA, came into Mike's life in 2009, when he had a permanent tracheotomy done and went on a ventilator to breathe. Rosemary was instantly impressed by Mike, who remained intelligent, charismatic, and charming, even in the face of adversity. Over the years, she became one of his greatest advocates and friends. Rosemary is a graduate of The Ohio State University (OSU) with a bachelor's degree in nursing and a master of arts in health education. She is also a certified early childhood psychologist. She met her husband George at OSU and both of her children graduated from OSU as well. Over the years, Rosemary has been a huge fan of OSU football. She has also seen first-hand the devastating negative effects such a high-impact sport can have on the players' bodies. Through her writing and actions, she hopes to educate college football fans on the risks of playing the game and lobbies for greater care for players who suffer from severe conditions as a result.

"The doctor has little to lose and everything to gain by letting the sick into her heart. If she does, they can share as few others can the wonder, terror and exultation of being on the edge of being." (Anonymous)For over 25 years, Dr. Joanne B. Dragun has traveled this path with her patients. These inspiring stories give insight into the precious moments of caring for the person beyond the cancer. You will smile, you will be inspired, you will experience moments of tragedy and courage. This is a touching tribute to courageous cancer patients and their families. Dr. Dragun says, "This is the humanity of cancer."About the AuthorDr. Joanne B. Dragun is a former cancer nutritionist who received her M.D. from Hahnemann University in Philadelphia and specializes in radiation oncology. She has more than 25 years in private practice in Pennsylvania and now Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Dragun is Chancellor of the Board of the American College of Radiation Oncology and active in many professional organizations nationwide. She has received numerous awards and accolades, but her greatest joy and accomplishment is her daily inspiring moments with her wonderful patients.

Nuk's World is a science fiction adventure in which a special young woman's accident causes her to recall unusual, multi-generational memories which spark the formation of a highly confidential study. A team of scientists try to make sense of it all as her memories of people both past and current begins teaching them about human nature and how it has changed over time. Based on current leading-edge genetic and DNA science, Nuk's World will have readers questioning their own pasts.About the AuthorNow retired for ten years, Gary L. Wood's career spanned thirty-three years working for Kodak Canada Inc in Toronto. Trained as a Systems Design Engineer, he performed a variety of different roles in that time which provided a broad appreciation about how business works. He specialized in leading groups to achieve their business and personal goals. Proud father of two grown sons, Wood now lives near Aylmer, Ontario, with his wife Lynne. Besides writing he now has time to indulge in his passion for race car driving and can be found at road racing tracks across eastern North America as often as possible.

In Deep South - Deep North: A Family's Journey, Lottie B. Scott tells both the heartbreaking and triumphant tale of her maturation into adulthood against a racially-charged, impoverished, yet fiercely loving backdrop in Longtown, South Carolina. Scott traces her family history, peppered with familial violence and love alike. She describes her early childhood years of living amidst a sea of brothers, until little sisters finally arrived. Under the cloud of racial discrimination, difficult farm working conditions, and family tensions, Scott describes the unbreakable bonds of love that eventually emerged to forever bind her family members together. As the passing years turn to decades, and family members move north, Scott reveals how these bonds of love become a transformative power, forever altering the lives of each member of her family.About the AuthorLottie B. Scott was born and raised on a farm in Longtown, South Carolina. In 1957, she moved to Norwich, Connecticut, where she raised her son and has called Norwich home ever since. She has been involved in Civil Rights and Civil Liberties as a Leader and Advocate for fifty-five years in Norwich and Connecticut. She worked for the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) for twenty-two years. She currently serves as Vice Chair of the City of Norwich Ellis Walter Ruley Committee and on the City of Norwich Sachem Fund and Norwich Disabilities Committees. In 2017, she received the Willard M. McRae Community Diversity Award and a Writer's Block Ink Humanitarian ACE Award.

Around the World in Five Lines is a fun and whimsical collection of limericks inspired by countries all over the world! An avid traveler and dreamer, author James B. Anstead brings to us this fun and silly collection of one of the most unique styles of writing, the result of years of fascination with the limerick and its special wordplay. Enjoy.About the AuthorJames B. Anstead's mother fostered a love of literature and appreciation of poetry in him. He began his teaching career in 1977. Away from the classroom, he devotes much of his time to basketball. James holds two degrees from Northern Kentucky University: a BA in history and an MA in education. He is currently employed by the Covington Public Schools in northern Kentucky. His hobbies include reading, listening to music and occasionally singing at a local pub, cooking, and hiking.

Joan W. Oxendine grew up in poor coal country in deep southern West Virginia. She knows firsthand the plight of the poor, the plight of the sick, the plight of the uninsured. As a result of her upbringing, she was called to become a nurse. Throughout a forty year nursing career, Joan has encountered various situations, dealing with patients who were managing challenging health conditions. Many of the conditions her patients encountered could have been prevented if each had health insurance. Joan was thrilled with the benefits created with the Patient Protection Affordable Care Act, and appalled by the Republican Congress who wants to destroy it. With the current political climate as well as the present attack on health care, Joan decided to write about her life growing up poor and working as a nurse. She wants to share her experiences in the hopes of encouraging others to also speak out and stand up for what's right.About the AuthorJoan W. Oxendine spent forty years in health care as both a nurse and nurse practitioner. She has a diploma from St. Mary's Hospital School of Nursing as well as a bachelor of science degree from Bowie State University. She attended Howard University, receiving a Physician's Assistant certificate. In addition, Joan is a licensed Nurse Practitioner, and spent 30 years as an Adult Nurse Practitioner. She has also earned a master degree in health policy and management from Johns Hopkins University School of Public Health. Joan is very active in her church, the Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church, where both Presidents Clinton and Obama held prayer services. After retiring, she has researched her family tree, locating more than 2,000 relatives. She enjoys cooking, crocheting, travel, and reading. Joan currently lives in Maryland with her husband of 52 years, Willie. Together, they have two children, four grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. This is her first published book.

On a day to day basis, Allan is going through his own path in life. While meeting new friends, strangers, and communicating with family and trying to find his own balance, every decision has a consequence. Chivalry by Kurt Nalls Jr. reminds us to be self-aware and conscious of our surroundings. We never know what we might discover when we're not looking for it.About the AuthorBorn and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Kurt Nalls Jr. graduated from Parkway West High School and also South County Tech, where he went to learn how to be a bricklayer. He enjoys music, movies, playing basketball, and writing.

Every evening, Klair knows Grandpa is home from his hard ranch work when she hears the clink, clink, clink of his spurs. Klair wants to be just like Grandpa and have a pair of boots of her own. One day, Klair joins Grandpa for a day of work on his cattle ranch. Grandpa's rules are simple: help, listen, and don't complain. Klair works hard all day to be just like Grandpa. But will it be enough? Grandpa's Boots is a loving tale about the wonderful lessons we can learn from our family. About the AuthorAlthough she was born in a small Idaho town, Louise Davis has been all over the United States. Her family's Gunstock Ranch on Oahu inspired this book. Davis loves animals and currently has a horse (from Hawaii), two llamas, two cats, and two fish. She lives in Idaho with her husband and four children. She has always loved reading books to her children and received a bachelor's degree with a focus in Creative Writing to write her own books to share with children.

The Adventures of Marvin the Mouse is perfect to spark a child's imagination at any age. It's easy reading with a melodic chime. As Marvin struggles to build his house, he meets a chatty, tiny bird along the way. Down the road he encounters more chums. These rhythmic fairytales will grab your tot's attention as he dozes off to sleep at night... into his own wonderful euphoria....About the AuthorsGloria and Gabriella are mother and daughter and attached at the hip. Wherever Gabriella goes, her mom tags along. Mother and daughter enjoy spending time together, whether it's volunteering at the Food Bank or creating stories.

Poor Ol' Bear lost his Honey… Squirrel, Ol' Owl, and the other animals of the forest want to help, but only one thing can cure that big heartbroken Bear - finding his own sweet Honey Bear. The Saga of Bear is a story best read aloud with the whole family, and children will be sure to want to read it again and again.About the AuthorMelvin W. Donaho, Ph.D. has been writing stories and poetry since the age of seven. In addition to poetry and short stories, he has also written and participated in numerous dramas, including religious works inspired by his wife, Ruth, who passed in 2015. He served in the United States Navy and was fortunate to study several foreign countries as well as the animals of the sea. Now retired, he continues to focus on his writing.

Victorious Blessings from God is a memoir spanning the life of Rev. Tommy Madden, his family, and friends. By sharing his own life experiences, Rev. Madden illustrates the way God interacts and influences our everyday lives, and encourages readers to pursue a personal relationship with God and Jesus Christ, Who died for our sins.

A Trespassing Grasshopper is a historical fiction adventure in which two impossible characters fall in love during a time when the "melting pot" of America was just beginning. The riots and political agendas of America's past are woven through the storyline, giving readers insight into the cultural influences upon the America we know today. Though racial profiling still echoes throughout our nation, A Trespassing Grasshopper illustrates how even in a world of differences we are connected to one another by the choices we make.About the AuthorA. R. Weaver has an associate's degree in radiology and works in the health care industry. She has been writing for as long as she can remember. This is the first book she has published. Weaver also enjoys scuba diving in her spare time.

Robby Raccoon and his family lead a comfortable life in an attic above a home of humans. They sleep during the day and gather food at night, and they couldn't be happier. However, all that changes when the humans capture and evict them from their home, and they are separated. Will they ever be reunited?About the AuthorRobb S. Bartel is a graduate of UW Milwaukee with a degree in fine arts and has sold a number of paintings while working as an artist. He currently works as an exterminator, where he is dedicated to catching and releasing the animals back into nature. This book is based on his personal experiences.

Emberline Winston has been on her own for a while. An orphan born of the Christian faith, she lives in a world where the government has outlawed her religion. All followers of Christ are persecuted, forced to renounce their religion, or be put to death by the Eternal Flame Agency (EFA). So, she runs, and hides-a heavy burden to bear, but worth it. Nothing will shatter her faith. Emberline's life changes drastically when fellow Christian Thomas Yale offers her a chance to join the I AM Faithful (IAF), a resistance dedicated to spreading the word of Christ and providing sanctuary to all His followers. She cautiously agrees to join him, his family, and the cause, thankful for the opportunity to fulfill God's will. But the threat of the EFA is constant. Will they ever be safe?About the AuthorJenna Wright began writing Indescribable Faith at the age of 12, when she took notice of various regulations being put on Christianity by the government. Inspired by The Hunger Games, which she credits as "turning her taste from Disney princess to dystopia," she began with a short summary of her book, which quickly blossomed into a novel. Fifteen at the book's first publication, Wright is an honor roll student, and avid reader and writer. She remains a huge fan of fantasy and dystopian novels, and hopes to one day have a career in writing. In addition, she plans to continue helping younger Christians through whatever hardships life brings and encourages everyone to be steadfast and proud of their faith, even though it can sometimes be difficult.

James R. Crocco worked for petrochemical distributors and international traders for more than twenty years before creating his own consulting business in 1983. He wrote International Liquid Bulk Petrochemical Logistics and Other Important Market Functions: A Review of Certain Costly Risk Factors Involving International Trade as an essential guidebook to the fundamentals of the business. Beginning just after World War II, American petrochemical producers and distributors have been crucial players in international economies. However, in order to reduce associated gas flaring and other reasons, such as a response to the complexities of the global market, remote-area petrochemical producers began creating and maintaining their own logistical and marketing departments. This book provides a thorough outline on all important elements of safe and profitable trade. James R. Crocco covers selecting and working with ocean transport to handling insurance and documents to working with other companies in product exchange. He is careful to highlight the crucial issues that all global businesses need to be aware of: the variety of each country's banking and billing practices, currency exchange rates and how the stability of countries affects future expansion plans. While James R. Crocco's text focuses on familiarizing executives with every aspect of the petrochemical business, workers on all levels from traffic to marketing to finance to students will find this work interesting and informative. Broad in scope, this is an ideal primer on the wide range of factors that influence transportation and trade.About the AuthorJames R. Crocco graduated high school in North Plainfield, New Jersey. He served a tour of duty in Korea with the U.S. Army infantry, after which he studied business administration at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, New Jersey. In 1961, James R. Crocco joined AMSCO, a large nationwide petrochemical distributor. He also worked for Fallek Chemical, BV Carbonit of Amsterdam and was instrumental in forming Carbonit America in New York City, but moved to Houston in 1974. He also launched the very first global methanol consulting business for DeWitt & Co. During his years in the petrochemical business, James R. Crocco travelled to more than 70 countries, city-states and protectorates. He published weekly research reports on the petrochemical market, performed client studies, and gave presentations. Semi-retired, James R. Crocco continues to consult. While active in the business, he was a member of the National Petrochemical and Refiner's Association of Washington, DC, The European Petrochemical Association of Brussels and worked with The International Methanol Producers and Consumers Association of Brussels.

The Sum of My Lives is the semibiographical life story of Luigi Camosso, a man who lived to the ripe old age of eighty-seven. For the span of thirty-odd years, he lived a challenging, exciting, dangerous, and charmed life on more than one continent. During this period, he was on the edge of death countless times. Luigi grew up in a bohemian, unconventional environment. He was drafted into the Italian army twice and spent time in the Italian African campaign. Under Mussolini's fascist environment, he was committed to a perilous life for the next fifteen years. This is a story that simply needed to be told. Delve into the fascinating life of a fascinating man.About the AuthorA. Camosso is seventy-eight years old. He has lived a complex, challenging, and gratifying life. His journey so far has taken him to three continents. He has been married these past fifty years to a woman he adores as she adores him. He has also had a successful career in healthcare. Camosso loved soccer in his youth and, in the early 1950s, he bicycled the city of Torino, Italy, during an intense schooling period. Today he and his wife live north of Seattle, Washington. He loves to landscape, play golf, and travel. He and his wife have been back to Italy, Spain, and France twice. Most of their travel has been yearly visits to the Hawaiian Islands.

The Year I Was Bullied is a story about persistent bullying throughout the author's life. It includes the years he was bullied from elementary school through high school. Carl Gravely wants his readers to not be scared to tell an adult if they are getting bullied, because people will listen and there are people who will help in any way they can.About the AuthorCarl Gravely describes himself as a scenarist or a screenwriter. He loves creating new stories in movies, TV shows, plays, and musical scripts. The character in his book of Joe Brown is his real-life brother and Meagan Brown is his real-life sister-in-law. Currently, he is a cap team 1 stocker at Wal-Mart in North Carolina.