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Charles M. Choice shares his experiences of the Major League as the father of player Michael Choice. Michael is a hardworking, dedicated, and talented baseball player who has had his dad and other family members supporting him along the way. Through Charles' eyes, we see what it took for Michael to get to the show. Michael and Charles' story will prove that dreams do come true.About the AuthorAside from being Michael Choice's father, Charles M. Choice worked in the Aerospace industry before retiring in 2010 after 29 years of service. Choice reads the Bible daily while sharing his thoughts and ideas through scriptures with his friends and family. In his spare time, Charles enjoys cycling, fishing, and writing poetry, novels, and nonfiction.

The Lowland Alliance: A Story of Possibilities is a short fictional tale that will persuade children to stand up for what they believe in. When a local children's hangout spot is threatened by a big corporation, a group of fourth graders find their voice and do what they can to prevent such an amazing landmark from being destroyed.About the Author Ari Goldschmiedt was a teacher for twenty years and taught all grades, from kindergarten to college students. Both during and after his career as a teacher, he decided to become a farmer. Goldschmiedt's life experiences can be seen throughout his work.

Neanderthals to Nations is a one-stop read in understanding why the world is as it is today. The book starts off in the 21st century with the world suffering from developmental inequities, global violence, and climate change. It then explains how the architects of human destiny- geography, culture and technology- shaped the planet and its people to become what we are today. Starting fourteen billion years ago, the story takes the reader back to the present day, explaining how nations and people evolved to become what they currently are.Along the way, the reader discovers: What "www" really stands for (and its not "worldwide web"); How Confucius made China great; The keys to the U.S. and China's current governance systems in ancient Greece; Religion; why the East is (still) inscrutable to the Western minds, how religion evolved and why it continues to be popular today; The U.S. Constitution came from where?; How the pope determined the cultural destiny of Latin America; How the Suez Canal and oil remade the Middle East's Future; The evolution of country cultures: how the U.S. , British, French, German, Latin American, Chinese, Japanese and others came to be as they are today; Why the Palestinians and Israel are at loggerheads, why 9/11 really happened and How racism began and continues.About the Author Born and raised in Leicester, England, John S. Hill. Ph.D. was educated at Alderman Newton's Boy's School. Aston, and Lancaster Universities. He worked in Manchester and London before moving to the USA to complete a Ph.D. at the University of Georgia in International Business. He taught at the University of Alabama, traveling and publishing widely before retiring there as a Miller Professor in 2012. Married to Linda with two sons, Christopher and Richard, Dr. Hill divides his time between Athens, Georgia and Leicester, England.

It was nearly two decades ago when my wife Suzanne and I enjoyed a post-retirement trip to the Far East as tourists. Hong Kong and Singapore proved to be very interesting and definitely worth a visit. Our final stop however, was Thailand, whose charming people and culture proved to be the high point. On our final day in Bangkok we happened to visit a Buddhist Temple whose feature attraction for us was a five ton solid gold statue of a seated Buddha. I had never seen that much gold in one place before. A quick mental calculation of the value of its gold content produced a figure in excess of 150 million dollars. With that in mind, I could not resist the temptation to imagine how it could be stolen by an irreverent and unscrupulous gang of thieves. This work of fiction is the result. One of our daughters who reviewed an early draft of this book quipped that it revealed that her father possessed a latent criminal mind! Fortunately, (if this is so) the tendency has continued to be latent and has found its sole expression in the pages of The Great Buddha Heist. This criminal plot to steal the Buddha is, to my mind, so plausible and feasible that I plan to send the first copy of this book to the Chief of Police in Bangkok so that he or she may take appropriate measures to protect this national religious treasure from people whose criminal intent is more forceful than mine.About the AuthorRobert Allison Johnson spent his boyhood in upstate New York and his entire working career in western Massachusetts, retiring as Senior Vice President of Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company in Springfield, Massachusetts. He was also a Chartered Life Underwriter. Johnson holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Harvard University and a Master of Business Administration from Western New England University. He received numerous awards and honors during his business career and has been listed in Who's Who in America for more than thirty years. He and his wife Suzanne currently live in South Carolina and have four daughters and four grandchildren, all of whom live in the South. Now in his ninetieth year, with severe macular degeneration and unable to read for himself, he still enjoys creating the written word. Johnson is the author of one other book, This Violent Land, published in 2007, and co-edited a second book, Bitter Freedom, published in 2008.

Yu Dragon You brings to life the adventure of Yu Dragon. Yu Dragon leaves his home for a few weeks to tour the Dragon World, a cloud burst of heaven where the dragons reside. Journey along with him as he meets his many dragon ancestors and tours their majestic homes! About the AuthorPatricia Hong has won various awards for her art. She lives and works in New York Hudson Valley and enjoys nature and the varied wildlife from Clausland Mountain. Her illustrations are whimsical pen and ink drawings and watercolor on paper. Some years ago, Hong toured China with a "Sketching in China" group, sponsored by Pratt Institute, and was greatly influenced by this ancient and vast civilization. Her past visits to the Shanghai Garden inspired her to write Yu Dragon You.

Chidambara is not a name that many in the West will find familiar. Even among the followers of the modern Hindu religion he is largely unknown, but Chidambara's legacy is one that is worth learning and remembering, for Hindu and non-Hindu alike. During his time on earth, Chidambara proved time and time again that he was more than a man. He was a deity incarnate, and his power knew no bounds. For the first time, the story of Chidambara and his many devotees is available in English, carefully adapted with commentary from the author. To know Chidambara is to know the Almighty himself.About the AuthorCommander B.R. Venkatesh (Retd) was born in Bangalore City, India. He graduated university with a degree in mechanical engineering and joined the Indian Navy where he served twenty-five years as an aviation engineer. He is now retired.

Annabelle thought her life was relatively normal. Sure, her parents were divorced and her relationship with her mostly absent father wasn't great, but that isn't exactly an unusual story these days. All-in-all, Annabelle was just another teenage girl trying to figure out life and catch the eye of a cute boy or two. Then she meets Zac - and things start to get weird. During a sleepover with Zac's sister, Zella, Annabelle has a blackout. It's not the first she's ever had, but it is the first one she has noticed. What's causing these lapses in memory? Before finding out the whole truth, Annabelle will find herself living in Africa and struggling to escape the headquarters of a secretive organization with plans to take over the world - you know, normal teenage stuff.About the AuthorJenna Ferraro doesn't quite fit in with the rest of her generation. Born in 2001, she's one of the few teenagers born after the start of the new millennium who doesn't spend most of her time with eyes glued to a smartphone. Jenna spends that time staring at the ceiling or out taking walks until new ideas for her writing come to her. She uses writing to deal with the struggles of everyday life, turning to her stories when she feels miserable, depressed, angry, or anxious. She owes a debt to her sister, Gianna, for her input during the process of writing A's wish: The Blackout.

Although there has been a vast amount of information gathered on the history of the Earth, there are still many things that have yet to be discovered. To help spread more knowledge on the physical and biological history among our population, Miller outlines some of this information. This book discusses alternative explanations for Earth's history that will motivate you to learn more information.About the Author:Dr. Rick Miller began his career in geology by taking a summer course in Physical Geology at UCLA, however, this was by accident. It ended up becoming one of his passions and lifetime career. Miller received a BS, MS, and PhD in Geology. He became a teacher and researcher at California State University Northridge and San Diego State University. Since retiring in 2001, Miller has continued to teach for various community organizations. He has published numerous scientific articles and co-authored a college-level book on Historical Geology.

Troubled by the 2016 U.S. presidential election results, the #MeToo movement, and past abusive experiences in her own life, Najah Mahir began writing to provide a solution to the lies and oppression United States citizens, particularly women, were facing on a daily basis. She arrived at The Ransom that Lies Demand: We the People and Covfefe, a nonfiction book that boldly serves as part of a movement to attain knowledge and freedom while rejecting racism and harmful ideologies. Mahir explains that politics is just a religion that God is in charge of: a system that makes the human heart yearn for justice, and in this justice, "we look to God for freedom from things that there are no answers for." Mahir traces the destructive effects of lies and abuse on a personal and political level, and, in so doing, offers readers hope for a future filled with justice.

After a nasty divorce, Scott is trying to discover who he is as a person and become the man his son deserves. After starting a new job at Granted Wishes Village, Scott finds himself involved in a mess of trouble that he never would have expected being a normal security guard. About the AuthorBorn and raised in Florida, C. Dow Moore is a musician, songwriter, and drummer for Malice in Wonderland. Moore also enjoys hiking, running, being outside, and long-distance runs. He is currently working on the second book in this trilogy.

In this colorful memoir, Danny Roberts takes readers on a hilarious, thought-provoking, and occasionally tragic journey through his life. From stories of his disruptiveness as a youth to his entrance into the Salt Lake City punk scene in his teens to learning how to manage his schizophrenia, Roberts writes with an openness and honesty that is much more than the facts of his life - it's an emotional odyssey. Roberts does not shy away from writing about any aspect of his life, including his brief time in jail. Split Mind: My Life with Schizophrenia also provides a look at the mental health system in the United States through one man's experiences. About the AuthorDanny Roberts wrote this book after much encouragement from others to tell his unique story. He also hopes to give a unique view of a disordered mind. Roberts is medicated for the most part, which he is grateful for. He spends much of his time reading horror books, but also enjoys reading about history and science.

The ethnic hair market is one that is growing exponentially almost strictly on the demand of consumers, as opposed to the usual run of what business's determine to be "necessary" new product launches. For that reason alone, hair relaxers, a large segment of the ethnic hair market, are big business in and of themselves. This segment is demanding better, more usable products, ones that have fewer harsh side-effects and better long-term results, including improved conditioning properties, hair strength retention, and ease of use.Drawing on his more than two decades of hands-on experience in hair relaxer technology and formulative development, Patrick Obukowho has crafted a well-defined, comprehensive, and quite readable guide to understanding and applying the chemistry of hair relaxers to practical and dynamic formulating. Hair Relaxers: Science, Design, and Application investigates the history of relaxer technology and its present development and application in the following topics: Hair, Ethnic Hair, and Hair Relaxer Chemistry History and Evolution of Hair Relaxers Emulsion Design and Perfecting Emulsions Ingredients and Their Role in Relaxer Formulations Post-treatment Products and Alternative Straightening Methods And more!About the AuthorPatrick Obukowho is president and principal consulting chemist of Advantage Research Lab (ARL), which he founded in 2005 to further his expertise in relaxer technology and explore the science of formulating and designing new ingredients for the ethnic market. Obukowho earned his BS in Chemistry from Chicago State University, and has since garnered more than twenty years of experience in ethnic product formulation and raw material evaluation. He is a member of the "ASK THE EXPERT" panel with the Society of Cosmetic Chemist (SCC), for which he has also conducted courses on Ethnic Product Formulation and Chemistry. He is also a co-holder of several US patents and has numerous publications to his credit.

Five-year-old Emily, an only child, is quite spoiled. Her parents give her everything she needs-and more - but she always wants more. Christmas is coming soon, and Emily, like all children, cannot wait! Her list to Santa is so long that her parents pray for a miracle-a miracle that someday their child won't be as spoiled. One night Emily's mother peeped through the blinds in her room and saw the biggest, brightest, most beautiful star she has ever seen. She doesn't know why, but she suddenly drops to her knees and feels an overwhelming need to pray. Somehow, for some reason or another, she knows this strange experience is not to be shared. It is only meant for her. Could it be a wonderful Christmas miracle? The Miracle of Christmas reminds us that Christmas is a time of deep gratitude, appreciation, and joy - it's not about the presents.About the AuthorJean C. Cooper was born in Winston Salem, North Carolina. She has been writing beautiful poetry for many years and now has been inspired to write books. As a dedicated Christian, she believes God has given her the gift of writing to inspire all nations on earth. Her greatest desire is for everyone to walk in the divine purpose God has ordained for all of our lives. In addition, Cooper also writes songs and plays.

From Poverty to Purpose: Defining My Purpose from Circumstance to Fulfillment is designed to provide hope, direction, and a sense of purpose to children and adults alike as life takes them through their respective journeys. Dr. Edward G. Robinson's hope for readers is that they'll understand no matter what their circumstances in life may be, there is still a purpose for their existence. With persistence and dedication to goals in life, they can achieve anything.About the AuthorDr. Edward G. Robinson is an educator, administrator, adjunct professor, and professional musician. One of his hobbies outside of music is fishing, but what he enjoys most is playing and listening to jazz music. As a musician Dr. Robinson has performed around the world from Eastern Europe to the Caribbean Islands. He is a song writer, church musician, and mentor for the 5000 role model of excellence program in Miami, Florida. As an administrator, Dr. Robinson has provided leadership to teachers and students on all levels (elementary, middle, and high school). He has been a college professor for over twenty years and has also been involved in the community in many different capacities: He was the chairman of the board for the Historic Hampton House, which is a historical land mark in south Florida, and he sits on the executive board of the Urban League of Miami where he participates on the educational committee for urban and inner-city schools.

The tight-knit Young family is famous for their champion red roan mares. The horses are priceless talents - and unable to reproduce. When Quart Young, a talented and ambitious trainer, discovers that his favorite mare is injured, he is desperate to find a way to treat her. Quart's aunt has created a biomechanical chip that can help the body heal itself. This chip could cure paralysis and cancer, and Quart wants his horse treated. Suddenly, tragedy strikes and the Young family is divided. Greed and violence threaten to destroy everything they've worked for. When an offer comes in to clone his horse, Quart is tempted. But can he trust anyone when the stakes are so high? The Red Roan Mares explores how much good science can do - when it's in the right hands. About the AuthorKevin Wells has worked as a professional cowboy all his life. He has trained horses, worked on ranches, participated in rodeos, and is a certified master farrier. He has a bachelor degree from New Mexico State University in Animal Science with minors in biology and chemistry. He is passionate about incorporating his experiences in his writing. Wells lives with his wife of 42 years in a small town in New Mexico.

Evil and LoveAdventure and ProphecyMagic and FateThousands of generations ago, evil demons of the night tormented men. Only light, especially the silvery beauty of the Moon, could defeat them. An ancient hero fell in love with the Moon and captured Her. He was cruelly tricked and now the Moon wanders the sky, leaving men vulnerable to the demons. The Moon watchers wait for the arrival of the prophesied boy who will capture again the Moon. Young Cattaris has always wanted to be a Moon watcher like his father. On a dreadful night, he stops being a watcher and becomes the boy of prophecy. Setting out with his beloved master, the two must take a dangerous journey to recover three magical relics so the Moon can again be caught. But the way is dark and dangerous, filled with a powerful soldier, a cunning sorcerer, and an evil king. Cattaris must face his fate with courage and love or all the world will die. The Moon Catcher is an inspiring fantasy fable about the importance of finding your path in life. About the AuthorIla Ann Longley grew up in Coon Rapids, Iowa. She has a bachelors degree from the University of Iowa and a masters degree from the Golden Gate University. A retired Lieutenant Colonel, she served twenty years in the Air Force. She currently lives in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Her son Adam and daughter-in-law Cori have two children, Bonnie and William.

Had Edwardians only known what they had at the turn of the century, what would the world be like?Azure of the Cimarron is set in a world that makes use of the full potential of discoveries made in the opening years of the 20th century. Lighter than air airships and steam powered conveyances are common place, while the Wright Brother's first flight is remembered as nothing more than a historic curiosity. Against this backdrop, the story focuses on the adventures of Henrietta Whitfield, the future Duchess of Azure. She began her life as an American tomboy born to English parents living in New York. When her grandfather and uncles unexpectedly die, her father inherits a title. He became an Earl and his daughter, at twelve, became Lady Henrietta. The bright and inquisitive girl chaffed under restrictions placed on her by society. She remained determined to join the ranks of the great explores and even tried to join the Royal Navy. Her efforts to have a life of adventure were all in vain, until her fabulously wealthy American Uncle gives her the chance of a lifetime. Thanks to him, she gains an officers berth aboard his great new airship named the Lady Cimarron. Sadly, war in Europe erupts. In a desperate gamble to save Great Britain from invasion, the airship and Lady Henrietta are drawn into the service of the Crown. Danger, intrigue and romance will be her constant companions as her story unfolds.

While working with children in the Swedish school system and visiting the students in the Finnish school system, author Anthony Leroy Sutton was able to make a comparison with them to the lower socio-economical groups in the United States of America, who have not brought psychological slavery to closure. He hopes the reader will understand and appreciate that our future relies and depends on the educational level of our children's understanding of who they can become and who they will be competing with in the future. Building Up Our Children's Self-Esteem will help improve the circumstances in which our children's ability to learn is enhanced by improving how they see themselves. About the AuthorAnthony Leroy Sutton was raised in the Midwest. He attended the University of Minnesota, where he earned a BA in psychology. During the 1970s, he lived in Sweden and received his MA from the University of Stockholm. He worked with the Stockholm educational system as a school psychologist and developed a program for preschoolers to help build their self-esteem. He was in private practice as an industrial psychologist and was a member of the Swedish Psychology Union. When he returned to the United States in the 1980s, he continued his work with children as an educational consultant and developed curriculum for several vocational school systems. Sutton currently resides in Burnsville, Minnesota.

Did you know pileated woodpeckers require 275 acres to build their nests?Did you know peregrine falcons are aggressive toward other falcons and turkey vultures?Did you know the scarlet tanager is the same color as the leaves in which she nests?Gloria Gentile's love and appreciation for all things in nature, especially birds, has inspired Birds and Other Things in Nature. She shares with us her immense passion of birds, with amazing facts, her favorite birdwatching places, and even some activities for you to do on your own.About the AuthorGloria Gentile lives in Setauket, New York, a beautiful town, with her husband. They have been married for fifty years and have four children, eleven grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Gloria has been a professor of biology for twenty years and plans on returning to it in 2018.

Horris the Horrible Germy Worm visits Julie, making her sick and tired. How horrible! How can Julie get rid of Horris? And is there a way to keep Horris away in the future? The author based Horris the Horrible Germy Worm on raising her own son and working with children for twenty years. Horris is an engaging and playful story with an important message to children about health.About the Author Mason Lakey grew up in the mountains of western North Carolina. She now enjoys life in the country. Her hobbies include crocheting, reading, painting, cooking, gardening, and, of course, writing.

While traveling, Max finds himself lost in the snowy, white tundra of the North and is separated from his mom. Lucky for him, Santa's workshop is close by! Can Santa help Max find his way home?About the AuthorMax lives at home with his mom and translator, Ruth Calkins. A graduate of Douglass College, Calkins lived overseas in undeveloped countries for many years. She worked with the World Medical Fund for many years in Malawi. During her travels, Calkins lived in Africa for 10 years-a place she will always hold dear in her heart. She and Max now live together in Newport, Washington.

Katherine Lee Calhoun has three loves and passions in her life: her Savior, Jesus Christ; her family; and her church. Her poems in My Family of God are a window to her heart. They allow us to see how she has walked with perseverance down a narrow path and how the Lord has walked faithfully with her. She hopes her poems will be a source of encouragement in your own journey and will challenge you to keep pressing on your own; drawing closer to Jesus and those you are blessed to meet along the way.

Margaret was a chic tall green-eyed beauty with curly red hair. She grew up in a large close-knit family. She was closest to her youngest sister, Betty-Jean. They were more than sisters. They were like best friends. Betty-Jean confided in her and kept no secrets. She'd tell Margaret her troubles and triumphs before she'd tell anyone. Margaret lived in a small quiet town, Hollis Hill, which was a warm and peaceful place. She was a head buyer for McQueen's, a large department store chain, and had impeccable taste and fashion sense. She met Sherry on a business trip to the big city. Margaret preferred the comfort of her small town. She stopped off at a small bar for a drink, where she met Sherry. They hit it off right away. Sherry was a pretty brunette. She had a no-nonsense personality and a temper to match. She had a complicated history full of foster homes and sexual abuse, but Margaret fell head over heels. Betty-Jean and Sherry didn't like each other. They only tolerated each other because of Margaret. As Sherry and Margaret's relationship deepened, Betty-Jean and Sherry's dislike for each other grew deeper. Sherry had started receiving crank calls and roses, which became a nuisance. Sherry and Margaret met the handsome Storm Winters at a launch party. He was from Tennessee. He was a business tycoon and a jetsetter. He took an instant liking to Margaret as she did to him. Margaret didn't warm up to people right away. However, he was different. They became good friends. After that, their lives would never be the same.About the AuthorEdna Louise McQueen Plummer enjoys traveling, decorating, and listening to country music. When she's not writing she enjoys doing volunteer work. She is the mother of two adult children, Jacqueline and Sydney. She lives happily with her husband, Willie, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

When Meggie and her doll, Sara, go to bed each night, Sara falls asleep right away, but Meggie isn't so lucky. She feels lonely lying in bed in her quiet house while Mommy, Daddy, and Sara sleep, so one night her daddy opens her window and shows her the moon. He explains Jesus hung the moon for them and is always watching over her. Meggie realizes she is never alone and can go to sleep peacefully.About the AuthorJordan Layne, a registered nurse, lives in Ohio with her husband and four children. When she's not writing she enjoys reading, hiking, and nature walks. Read more from Jordan Layne in Three Toothpicks and a Piece of Gum.