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This Is My Story and I'm Sticking to It! is the marvelously entertaining life story of Malvin W. Smith, Master Chief Hospital Corpsman, USN (Ret.). His journey of over eighty years is colored with many anecdotes along the way. Twenty-two of those years were spent in active duty with the US Navy, with six of those years spent serving alongside Marine Corps units.While the author believed himself to be a quiet, reserved person, he joined the Navy just shy of his eighteenth birthday and his years in service, some spent in war zones, actually prove him to be quite adventurous. He writes, "I don't think my life has been other than rather ordinary. During those years, I have been privileged to visit many places, see many things, and do many things. Some places the visit was short, like breakfast in the Azores, a night in Paris, a week in Sydney, and more extended periods in Korea, Egypt, and Vietnam."Follow along and take pleasure in the memories crafted in a quirky style, which make this work an enjoyable reading experience.About the AuthorBorn in 1931, the author spent twenty-two years, nearly a quarter of his life, on Active Duty as a US Navy Hospital Corpsman. Some of his assignments were Korea and Vietnam with the First Marine Division; Cairo, Egypt, with Naval Medical Research Unit #3; Naval Medical School (Clinical Lab and Blood Banking, both as student and staff); National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, MD; and Headquarters, Marine Air Reserve Training Command, Naval Air Station, Glenview, Illinois.After several people suggested he should write a book because of the interesting stories he shared, he finally decided to do so and share his experiences with others.Malvin Smith passed away December 20, 2015. He was a gentle man and a gentleman.He will be missed.

Peace has been forged between the United States and Russia. With this peace, and their Star Wars Missile Defense System, they have managed to deter all military aggression and nuclear developments of third-world nations. The world is secure. Even Japanese military growth is not a threat.However, when Japan again becomes a militaristic superpower, the United States and Russia begin to develop intelligence efforts in Japan. At first, there seems to be no danger. After a few years, rumors grow that Japan has developed a new stealth missile.Now the United States conventional defense systems have become useless, leaving the country open to a brand new threat.Don't be afraid to expand your horizons - just be ready for what waits for you there.About the AuthorMatthew L. Schlumbohm has lived in Sioux City, Iowa, since 1997. He enjoys watching science fiction, especially Star Trek. He is a history buff, especially the World Wars. He also enjoys collecting coins.

Josh Adam Johnson was like any other high school senior with big dreams. He wanted to attend the prestigious Wharton School of Business, followed by Harvard Law School, and eventually enter his father's successful law business. The year was 1986, and Josh was making his dreams a reality. Times and attitudes had changed in the years since Josh was born in 1969, particularly for the Civil Rights Movement. But for all the ways times had changed, they were frighteningly similar, especially in the Highlands, where bigotry was alive, and where acts of cruelty against African Americans like Josh were all too common. This is the story of a young man fighting for his future while struggling with the realities of life and a society in which racism still lingered.About the AuthorDonna Belle Engel was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She became a Florida resident in 1985 after moving to Sarasota, Florida. There, after fifteen years, she met and married John Hal Engel. Twelve years after their marriage, they moved to Tampa, Florida, where they currently reside. Between the two of them, they have a combined total of five children, eleven grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

Written for anyone working to recover from an emotionally painful experience, When My Well Ran Dry is an inspiration. With a focus on marriage and relationships, Racquel D. Innis-Shelton, MD writes from personal experience. She tells of the path she took during her day-to-day struggle with grief, all the while carrying on with everyday responsibilities. Her words are inspirational for anyone who finds themselves in the midst of despair, whatever the cause, with no obvious way out. It can be difficult to suffer alone, but her experiences let us know we are not alone in our struggles and that there is a pathway out.About the AuthorThe fourth daughter of Jamaican immigrants, Racquel D. Innis-Shelton, MD was raised by her mother after her parents' divorce in the inner-city of Los Angeles.Racquel is now an assistant professor of medicine, specializing in the field of stem cell transplantation for the management of high risk hematologic malignancies. Her research focuses on the practical application of scientific concepts into therapy and clinical trials.She has traveled extensively in part due to her now ex-husband's career in the military. Together they have four wonderful children. After 13 years of marriage, Racquel was faced with a four-year struggle to recover emotionally. During this process she experienced a level of self-discovery and found her inner-strength. She hopes When My Well Ran Dry will help other individuals unleash their own natural resiliency.

The Truth of Who God Is was written for one reason: the Bible insists that we speak and teach our faith.2 Timothy 4:2-3 and 5: "Preach the word, be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all long-suffering and doctrine. For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears. ....make full proof of thy ministry."2 Timothy 2:15: "Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."Romans 8:14 and John 1:12 say that I, a sinner, bound for hell, was given by faith the power to become an adopted son of the one and only living God.On July 30, 1972, C. Ray Sandefur was spiritually born again of the same eternal spirit that Grandfather Adam died from eternally (Romans 5:12). The power for this blessing of mercy and grace came from John 1:12, 3:3, 16, and 8:32. After being set free from the bondage of this world, he became a servant as his Savior Christ was. He, God in the flesh, washed him with the Word and cleaned up his sinful life. He, God, knelt down and washed His disciples' dirty feet (John 13:5). He can wash your dirty heart.Read this book to clearly see and understand the truth from the one and only God of all creation, to understand who he is and how man was made in his image and should therefore respect him.About the AuthorC. Ray Sandefur lives in Macon, Georgia. He has been a trustee, deacon, teacher, usher, bus driver, and witness for a children's program. He has also worked in prison ministry and taught teens Sunday school and other classes. He is an active discipleship teacher now.

The functionality of a small culvert results in four litigation cases, along with the termination of Terry M. Farmer, P.E. from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. The facts of this case, along with information from the litigation cases, make up the bulk of evidence for and against Mr. Farmer. This information depicts the interaction between employer and employee, and brings to light one man's case of employee personnel matters.About the AuthorTerry M. Farmer, p.e. is a licensed professional engineer registered in the state of Kentucky since 1993. Mr. Farmer is also a certified residential appraiser licensed in Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Mr. Farmer served twenty-three years in the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet with fourteen of those years in the process of inspections of bridges and culverts. He has appraised property in Eastern Kentucky from 2003 to 2012 and currently does appraisal work in the Louisville, Kentucky area, Southern Indiana, and Eastern Tennessee.Mr. Farmer is currently a member of the Kentucky Society of Professional Engineers and also holds an SRA Designation granted to him in 2013 by the Appraisal Institute. The Appraisal Institute is a global appraisal organization containing over 25,000 members. Only appraisers who meet stringent education and experience requirements are allowed to hold an SRA Designation.

The theme of The Testimony of the Son of Man is the restoration of the everlasting Gospel of the Kingdom of God on Earth, as was brought down by Yeshua the Lamb of Yahweh, for the redemption of the entire humanity. The impetus to write this series of books came to the author by a dream of inspiration. In that dream, Dr. Solomon Udo Solomon was directed to preach only what Jesus taught the world.Dr. Solomon went through the Synoptic Gospels first, then the Epistles of the accredited witnesses, and finally the Book of Revelations. Dr. Solomon's understanding was quickened. Finally, he decided to read the letters of Saul of Tarsus. He saw a whole world of contradictions from what Jesus, as the Son of Man, taught the world. Dr. Solomon then understood why the Lord laid emphasis on what He Himself taught the world, as well as the very essence of the mandate given to him. Dr. Solomon understood the need to inform the world of his revelations. This is in keeping with what Jesus Himself said: "And this Gospel of the Kingdom shall be preached to all nations as a witness against them, and then shall the end come." The Gospel of the Kingdom, which is the Gospel of 'Lawfulness and Peace,' is what Jesus Himself taught the world in His words, examples and customs. The present messages in churches and other organizations are composites of wheat and tares, because of their choice to flout the Lord's order in the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 28, verse 20, under the purported inspiration of their false prophet. This work is in strict consistency with the mandate that was given to Dr. Solomon. The readers will know that there was a gross distortion of the Mission of Yeshua the Lamb of Yahweh to the world, especially His actual work of redemption. The cross of the murderers, which is being extolled, has no contribution to make for the redemption of mankind.This work is intended to free those who care to accept it from the sin of accomplice, which has constituted a plague to the whole world. The false information peddled by the false prophet, will eventually be discarded to pave way for the New World Order, which rests squarely on what the Lamb of Yahweh bequeathed to the world. This is the much-needed foundation for the Lord's return to set His Millennial Government on Earth. This work shall awaken the consciousness in the elects to preach only what the Lord Himself taught the world, notwithstanding the temptation to believe and propagate the unscriptural letters of Saul of Tarsus.About the AuthorThe second son of the family, Dr. Solomon Udo Solomon was born on October 3, 1949. He obtained his First School Leaving Certificate in 1962, West African School Certificate in 1972, a DVM in 1982, and an MBA in 1992. He set up Pillar of Truth Covenant Church in 2002 and started his literary work in 2003. Solomon admits that his work in veterinary medicine has helped him articulate his ideas. He is retired chief veterinary officer in his state. He is married with children.

David Edward Keesey acknowledged God's presence early in his life, having received Jesus Christ in his life as his Lord and Savior at the age of twelve. At a later age, he learned of the significance of the Power of the Holy Spirit, His guidance, and His direction when surrendering David's will to His. Join David on his spiritual journey in "David, Did You Know?"About the AuthorDavid Edward Keesey is an educated child of God in His Word, moved by the Holy Spirit to live a life committed to teaching and preaching God's Word as a former Certified Lay Speaker recognized in the Methodist Church. His life experiences in family, church, work, and community relationships with people have prepared him for ministry. An innumerable number of many wonderful people, including children, women, and men, have been the measure of the God-given learning and practical experiences leading to David's knowledge to speak to the needs of thosecoming to Bible Study now and through the years.The study of God's Word spans over the years when, at the age of twenty, a Bible was placed in David's hands to lead eight boys of the Scout Troop in the study of God's Word.

The Mystery Coconuts is an inspirational book written out of burden for the global spate of marital challenges. Drawing inspiration from her marital experiences and of those around her, as well as some inspirational books and sermons, Chika Holly Maduka shares a divine blueprint for successful and pleasant marital relationships.These metaphorical coconuts can bring healing and sweetness into an ailing and bitter relationship. The coconut is a wonderful universal fruit. Outside is a hard shell, but the insides are both food and antidote. The principles in this book may be very hard like coconut shell. But by faith and willingness, it can be "broken" and enjoyed.This book is not written for those who are not willing to obey divine injunctions. It is written for those who are willing to bring transformation into their marriages through obedience to the revelation in the word of God. "For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved, it is the power of God. But we preach Christ crucified, unto the Jews, a stumbling block, and unto the Greeks, foolishness" (1 Corinthians 1:18, 23).Are you willing to build with God? Grab copies for yourself, friends, and colleagues. Who knows? That little kind gesture can resolve marriages. And heaven will smile at you. You are blessed.About the AuthorChika Holly Maduka was born in a hospitable town of Amawbia, in Eastern Nigeria, to the family of Mr. and Mrs. Victor Chukwuma Katchi. She started her educational career at a young age and is still advancing. An administrator, educationist, and a psychologist, Maduka acquired her B.Ed in Educational Administration and Supervision from the Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) Awka in 1999. In 2010 she obtained her Post-Graduate Diploma in Election Administration (PGDEA) and Masters in Personnel Psychology in 2012 from the University of Ibadan.She is a Christian Women Leader, a Chorister, a Church Teacher, and a Poet. Apart from her academic and professional career, she is developing career in writing. The Mystery Coconuts is her first book among many. Maduka is happily married to Pastor Sam I. Maduka (CNA). The marriage is blessed with three "jewels:" a Princess, Victoria, and two Princes, Faith and Divine.

Lonnie Phillips' "Philosophical Ideology" has been designed to bridge the divide within the Christian Church. What follows in the pages of this book and is, quite honestly, the very essence of this book is an attempt to present the facts about God as Phillips understands Him and what the author went through to get those facts and to also show that journey in order to substantiate God's character and personality uniquely fashioned. It is as easy as substantiating the words that are written within the pages of this book. Just follow the story line."Philosophical Ideology" collects praise poetry, sermons, theological essays, and autobiography to provide a window into Phillips' unique understanding of God Yahweh, the Lord Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Angelic Realms, the entire Spiritual World, and all of creation. Lonnie Phillips writes, "I imagine God expressing Himself to me, talking to me, and I take every occasion to listen." And he invites you to listen, too. Will you?About the AuthorLonnie Phillips resides in Little Rock, Arkansas, where he is an advocate on behalf of those persons with mental health issues and substance abuse issues. He is a Certified Recovery Coach and looks forward to being trained as a Certified Peer Specialist soon. He counts himself highly qualified and capable, as he is an advocate with lived experience.Phillips was born in James Mill, Arkansas, on April 1, 1953, and was raised in Sunsett, Arkansas, near Marion. He is a member of the St. Peter Missionary Baptist Church and is currently undergoing training to become an ordained deacon. He sits under the tutelage of Reverend Billy and Sister Elizabeth Burris, who are pastor and first lady of St. Peter.

Get ready to take a musical journey with a cast of characters you will never forget. Explore what it means to be a Christian through the eyes of a group of recovering addicts as they battle their demons, both figuratively and literally, and seek out the truth of faith and the word with the help of a handful of colorful rehab leaders, many of them former addicts who know exactly what their charges are going through as they journey towards recovery.DIG THE ZONE OF FREEDOM is based around over forty traditional hymns. This novelization features the full text of all songs within the context of the story. You'll follow the zany cast of characters as they zoom from the pyramids of Egypt to the Rock of Gibraltar on a fantastical journey of faith and fun. This is not a trip you will want to miss; nor is it one that you will soon forget.About the AuthorRichard Byrne BSc(Hons) holds a degree in Community Development and is a qualified Practitioner of the Chartered Institute of Housing. He currently lives and works in Northern Ireland. His mother and four brothers also live in England. He wrote his first book, DIG THE DRY ZONE, in 2013 while living in solitude in Bridlington, though he was able to visit his mother, who lived nearby, every day for tea. He turns 60 in April of 2016, and he will receive a full military pension for his service.

The Occurrence of Revelation: A True Story of a Close Call Against the Secret Antichrist Organization and the Near Earth Flip is an engaging and fascinating account of the author's spiritual and supernatural experiences.Tracing her faith back to her childhood, Karen Saylor Johnson offers the reader a deeply personal portrayal of the struggles she has faced, both personally and on behalf of others. Her story gradually widens from an intimate perspective to one of worldwide proportion as she explores the meaning of biblical prophecies and the events leading to the end times. Ms. Johnson asserts that she was personally called to service under God as the Second White Horseman of the Book of Revelation. In 2009, Jesus was reborn, and He asked Ms. Johnson to get the word out to the people of the world.The Occurrence of Revelation: A True Story of a Close Call Against the Secret Antichrist Organization and the Near Earth Flip, Ms. Johnson presents a wide-ranging work intended to challenge and enlighten readers both spiritually and emotionally.About the AuthorKaren Saylor Johnson is a native of Pennsylvania, where she now lives with her husband and sons.

Sudoku is a fine game if you are crazy about numbers. About the last, there must be many, if one takes into account the current demand for the game throughout the world. Have you wished that you could master the art of solving Sudoku puzzles, being able to finish what you started? Then, this book will help you 'solve your problem.' Take advantage as Darrell C. Turk reveals his discovery of some really neat tricks that he bets you hadn't found before. About the AuthorA native of Chittenango, New York, Darrell C. Turk graduated from Thomas J. Corcoran High School, where he majored in bookkeeping and accounting. He is now retired and living in Syracuse with his wife Sharon. They have two children, a son Bryan and a daughter Carolyn.

I Believe in Me is the second novel in the trilogy by Arlie Holmes. Sammy, the center character in book one pulled at our hearts in his mission to win love in a world filled with hate. last book of the trilogy, coming fall 2016.In I Believe in Me, a set of twins are born. Thomas is a gifted child, while Mark is as evil as Satan himself. Unlike Sammy, who was raised poor, Thomas and Mark are raised in ultra-luxury as their parents become very rich after the twins are born late in their childbearing years. Regardless of poverty or wealth, Red and Dixie still have problems raising their children. last book of the trilogy, coming fall 2016.Thomas will pull at your heart as Sammy did in Daddy Will Fix It, the first novel in the trilogy. Thomas and Mark will keep you at the edge of your seat and waiting for the last book of the trilogy, coming fall 2016.About the AuthorArlie Holmes, nicknamed "Landy," was born in Virginia and raised in South Carolina. He traveled the globe teaching art programs in thirty countries. He has studied at the University of Hawaii and holds degrees from Greenville Technical College, Spartanburg Methodist College, and the University of South Carolina.Arlie now works in health care and is an artist, poet, and author. Arlie now lives on the island of Maui Hawaii.

Inside by Scott M. Hoffman is an intriguing work detailing the internal workings of the Outfit, an organized crime family, which originated on the South Side of Chicago during prohibition and rose to power in the 1920s. The Outfit has been involved in a wide variety of criminal activities including gambling, loan-sharking, prostitution, drug trafficking, money laundering, extortion, labor racketeering, adult and child pornography, political corruption, and murder. The individuals and events in Inside are composites of real people and real events. Inside begins in 1956 with Jimmy Williams, a 47-year-old man with two families-his wife and two children and the Outfit. He's a good man, a good husband, and a good father, while, at the same time, he is a physically powerful man who is well respected as a consigliere in the Outfit. He keeps his two lives separated, to the point his wife is unaware of what he does.The story is written from the perspective of Jimmy's son Bobby who, from the age of 8 begins to accompany his father on Outfit business. Jimmy wants him to know what "the life" is like in order for Bobby to decide if this is the future he wants for himself. Take this remarkable journey with Bobby. Will he follow in his father's footsteps or choose another path?About the AuthorScott M. Hoffman is a native of Chicago. He is a graduate of Long Island University-Brooklyn with a B.A. in Journalism. For thirty-five years he worked for the City of Chicago in the Departments of Purchasing and Finance. Inside is his first published book.

We go through life meeting people of all types and loving some of them. When we do, we easily take for granted the first person who nurtured our hearts to the act of loving-our mothers. The Best Mom There Can Be is just not one of those who forget; instead-and in its own little way-it affirms the roots of the first civilization-building human capacity in humanity.In the book, Brenda M. Higgins points to such little things as doing the dishes, those little shows of human frailties, or by the mere act of driving away a threatening bee that nurse the often unspoken root of affection and love for the child. Reading to her dear child is also an act that does not escape the tender heart, one act that will linger for the entire life of the little one.About the AuthorBrenda M. Higgins is a devoted mother to her only child and a loving wife to her husband of twenty-nine years. She is also an active member of her community who dedicates her time and effort in both church and school-related activities that focus on the well-being and development of children. She has been a daycare provider for twenty-five years.

Life passes by quickly. Life and Death captures a few frames of a young girl's life as she works to get through day-to-day challenges. Miranda always thought faith and the afterlife were issues delegated to grown-ups. These were things she could tackle later. However, as her social circle expands and she must make more decisions on her own, Miranda quickly realizes that she too needs to practice faith to stay strong, even in youth. When tragedy strikes a family, it does not just strike the adults. The children and teenagers must also turn to Jesus for strength. Follow Miranda as she grows and learns more about her faith.About the AuthorMaegan Tisdale attends school in northern Alabama. When she began writing Life and Death, she was just ten years old. She was 13 at the time of the manuscript's completion. If not writing her own book, Maegan can usually be found with her nose buried in another book. She enjoys reading, and from a young age, has understood the power of the written word. Writing has always come naturally to her.Maegan attends a Non-Denominational Church. Faith is an important factor in her life. She wants to help everyone and anyone as best she can. God has a purpose in everyone's life and she hopes Life and Death will help readers to see this.

This love story takes place in pre-WWII Europe, first beginning in Panama in the summer of 1935, where Sonny James meets Annabella. The character of Sonny James is a fictitious name of the author's late father who kept a journal of his stay in Panama in 1935 and his ten-week bicycle trip though Europe with classmates from medical school in the summer of 1937. After Panama, there were two years of no communication-at least that's what Sonny and Annabella thought. Each thought the other had gone their respective ways. Annabella combines factual pre-WWII European history with this bittersweet love story.About the AuthorKit Moulton majored in English at the University of Kansas and received his M.D. from the University of Arkansas School of Medicine. As an Ophthalmologist, he has his own private practice in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Kit has three beautiful daughters, two of which are in the medical field. His youngest is looking toward a degree in Zoology. Kit also loves the outdoors, especially hiking in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, where he also enjoys snow skiing and snowmobiling with his three daughters.

Berlin, early 1940s. Hitler's Nazi party is in power and the city is under attack from Allied bombers. Maurice, a lonely German bachelor, only wants to be left alone with his modest home and small collection of books. But when he speaks out against the Fuhrer in a public place, he finds himself on an unlikely journey: in a cattle car on a train bound east, with strangers he'll grow to befriend. As things turn from bad to worse, his new friends find comfort in Maurice's talent for storytelling, a small light in the darkness."The theme of the novel is as old as the scriptures," writes the author, "and that is of Humanity. The reader should look upon the lessons of history and of the book that contains it, in order to help the society we live in to be more tolerant and accepting of different nationalities, races, creeds, religions, orientations, and gender differences that make up this world."About the AuthorMark Summerville graduated from New Wilmington Area High School in 2012. At first majoring in music composition at a local community college, he turned his focus to literature and history courses, combining the lessons of both to write The Story Teller, his first novel. While in college, he also organized the Cultural Fusion Club and The Blue and White Society, serving as president for each, and was inducted into the Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society. Through his works, Mark hopes to express messages of perseverance, humanity, equality, and companionship to our fellow man.

The Tender Years is the story of Carl and Ardensa who, in the final days of their lives, find themselves alone, facing illness and the certainty of an approaching death. The magnitude of their ordeal, though as cruel as it may seem, is overshadowed by the strength and trueness of their love for each other-a love that refuses to yield to the painful demands of old age and the somber reality of impending death. It is at this time in their lives that the strength of their love is magnified by the tender affection that they have for each other, a tenderness imbedded in the depths of their hearts as they come to the end of their lives, but not to the end of their love. It is the kind of true love that leaps into the eternal realm, sure of itself, refusing to die even within the bosom of death itself.About the AuthorJohn M. Cortes is a native of Chile who moved to the United States in 1962 and became a citizen in 1970. He is an accomplished author and writer whose other novels include Ounce of Courage, Midnight at Lake Elsinore, and On the Wings of Condor. He is a graduate from the Long Beach State University and Cerritos College. He and his wife, Maver, have been married since 1966 and reside in Lake Elsinore, California.

Including a memorable cast of characters that form a society of various supernatural beings, Stephanie Griffin's Kingdom of Salem is an engrossing dark fantasy tale. By combining elements of many classics of the fantasy and horror genres, Griffin has created an engrossing read that relies heavily on the dialogue of the individuals who are searching for answers in her novel. Elements of family feuds and friendship rivalries litter the pages, as the narrative barrels towards its riveting conclusion.A fast-paced read that is both original in the terms of its mythology and realistic in the wants and desires of its characters, Kingdom of Salem is sure to put a spell on you.About the AuthorStephanie Griffin is currently a student at Tunxis Community College. She loves to be outdoors and go camping. She also enjoys knitting using her own unique designs.

"Why should we strive to become rich? All that becoming rich means is that we want a fuller and more abundant life."From his opening lines, author Anthony Winston reminds us why we are working. Riches should not mean a fancy haircut or the newest car. True riches mean security and freedom. The only way to obtain, and keep, wealth is through the right mindset and practical steps.Reprogram your mind and understand that you are in control of your life and your wealth. Self-discipline is key. Once you have mastered yourself, you can move on to mastering the other tenets of wealth creation: money and investments, real estate, and owning your business.Filled with practical language and real-life examples, How to Get Ahead in Life: Hidden Secrets of the Rich provides financial motivation for anyone interested in taking control of their money. Wealth is earned and Winston shows you how.About the AuthorAnthony Winston lives his message. Coming from a lower middle-class background, Winston focused on his goals and reached personal and financial success. At age 45, he is worth $20 million. Winston has an MBA from Troy University and a B.S. from Wilkes University. He works as a financial planner for the CFP.Married to Janeane they have three daughters and one son.

The American Dream Comes True was written to introduce Manfred Brecker's father to his siblings. It is a story that takes into account a history of their family, which spans almost one hundred years. It is a story of how an ordinary man achieved the highest awards a soldier can attain in the Kaiser's army during World War I.Max Brecker was decorated with two Iron Crosses. These awards were earned on the battlefield. The story portrays his experiences during the war and into the post-World War I years in Germany, living through the transition from a monarchy to a republic into a dictatorship and finally the hardship of surviving during the Hitler years.Even though having amassed a great fortune and a national reputation, conditions enforced by the Nazis made living in Germany for a Jew very dangerous. Leaving Germany was the only option. Leaving behind his wealth and power, the patriarch of the family has to start life anew. This story shows us his courage and great wisdom, which has assured that there would be siblings on this earth today.About the AuthorManfred Brecker's hobbies include golf, travel, and flying. He is totally immersed in the world of aviation. He acquired his lust for flying during World War II, when he was a member of the Navy Air Corps. He is a past member of the Fresh Meadows Country Club in Great Neck, New York; and St. Andrew's Country Club in Boca Raton, Florida; and he is currently a member of Delaire Country Club in Delray Beach, Florida. Manfred Brecker is also a member of the AOPA. He was also a member of the AMEX from 1972 to 1990; and The Prime Ministers Club of the State of Israel.Manfred Brecker is the founder of Nichols Discount City, a chain of 60 stores, and Pharm House Drug Stores, a chain of 58 stores. He won the Retailer of the Year Award in 1970, a Certificate of Distinction Award from Whirlpool in 1969, and the 100 Million Iron Award from General Electric in 1968.He is also a past Chairman of Political Action Committee of National Mass Retailers Institute and the recipient of the Prime Minister's Medal of the State of Israel in 1976.