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We should all be forthright We must strive for what's right Be a stirring voice for the stigmatized Injustice warriors this is our fight Virtuous we should have an appetite Shared ideals we should all invite So fascinating how we are intertwined Who are we? We are out of many oneUnyielding, Karl Gilman's collection of poems, is an unflinching look at race in America. His words encourage a respectful and robust conversation about equality in society. We have to be honest about the damage prejudice does to individuals and the country. In stories both personal and universal, Gilman shares the challenges minorities face. By exploring our history, remembering the warriors of the past, we can recognize how far we have come. But looking around at the horrors and hate that still exist, we can acknowledge how far we must still go. Courage, hope, and respect are necessary for change. The journey is hard, but together we can move forward in our goal of a more perfect Union. About the AuthorKarl Gilman was born in the Parish of Clarendon in beautiful Jamaica. He has a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Old Dominion University and has dedicated himself to helping others. His path has been filled with many inspiring and fascinating people. Knowing firsthand how words can bring peace and empower individuals, Gilman incorporates poetry into his counseling sessions. He has worked with children, adults, and has served as a counselor in a correctional facility. When not writing, Gilman enjoys spending time with his family and friends.

Now You Have It centers around a woman whose goals are financial security and social position. Donna starts out a teenage single mother who meets her guardian angel, Craig. Her life's journey takes her from a basement apartment in Freeport to a home in Brookville, an upscale community, and finally back to Freeport. The challenges she encounters along the way include relationships, financial challenges, health issues, and challenges with her children make for an interesting read. All along her life's road, Craig is there to bail her out while never giving her what she really wants; a relationship with him. There is an underlying message in this book which keeps the reader interested.About the AuthorZena Livingston is a product of the City College of New York, where she earned a degree in English. She taught English in the south Bronx and on Long Island before beginning work with her husband, Leon, in his podiatry practice. She still helps with the practice to this day and has the privilege of also working with her son, Douglas. Now You Have It is Zena's third novel, a follow up to The Money God and Psychotic Skank. She draws on a lifetime of experiences as a wife, mother, proud grandmother, practice administrator, humanitarian, and entrepreneur in her writing. She uses these experiences to create characters and stories that draw the reader in and create books that no one can put down.

The Little House on the Hill is an account of author Petra Cruz's father-particularly his time spent as a missionary and how that influenced the lives of Cruz and others. Since his death, Cruz has sought to preserve her father's legacy. She hopes this book will inspire readers to share God's word as her father did.About the AuthorPetra Cruz and her late husband, Porfino, served together in the Hispanic Mission of First Baptist Church in Rockwall, Texas. She is the mother of Rebecca, who also served in Mission in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Petra is the daughter of Benigno Padilla, who served as a missionary in Canovanas, Puerto Rico. Petra enjoys studying the Bible and fellowshipping with the women of her church.

This book of poetry promotes self-love, self-respect, and self-worth in women. Tre'Nise Jemel wants to help women find and love themselves from the inside out. She went through an abusive and controlling relationship as well as a series of dead-end relationships that left her empty and wanting something better for herself. She believed she went through this as a result of not loving, knowing, or respecting herself enough to know she deserved better. After finding herself heartbroken and empty repeatedly, Jemel found herself in Christ. In Him she found solace and through her writing she found peace. Her hope for this book is that readers take her experiences and her pain and learn that loving and finding one's self is critical to being happy.About the AuthorTre'Nise Jemel is a graduate student pursuing her MSW (Master of Social Work) degree with hopes of working with children and families. She believes in empowering and advocating for people who cannot do it for themselves. She finds meaning in working with children who have been in vulnerable situations, such as various types of abuse, and their families because the development of one's self starts at home. With her own past experiences as a victim of domestic abuse, she would also like to work with victims of domestic violence, helping to inspire women to find love for themselves and find the strength to change their situations. Family is her greatest joy, and she cannot wait for the day that she becomes a wife and mother.

Saving Christians is a collection of instruction and advice to Christians on a variety of subjects. From relationships to money management, the short chapters burst with wisdom learned through experience. Readers will find encouragement to search for truth, God, and a life lived in the fullness of joy and peace. About the AuthorEugenuis Wmson describes herself as a "simple person who loves the simplicity of living life as God has given it to us." Her greatest loves are hearing the laughs of children and spending time with the elderly. She also loves sitting in the sun by water on a cool, airily day and wearing her ankle cowboy boots and shorts in the winter. She enjoys watching puppies at play and the wildlife outside her window: deer and turkeys, rabbits, and squirrels, and waking up to the sounds of birds. Wmson's hobbies are cooking, canning, coloring and crafting, horseback riding, reading, fishing, riding motorcycles, and sewing and quilting with her mother. She was educated in Tennessee and Florida and holds degrees in computer science, education, theology, and psychology. One of her greatest struggles in life has been having dyslexia.

Now when I walk around the lake near Vantage House, there is a precise spot on the north end where I stop on the wooden bridge. Framed by two trees all I see is the lake, the sky, harboring trees... And I'm back near the flowing creek and the morning glories.  And I never feel closer to God than during those few minutes.At age ninety-five, Robert J. McAllister M.D., Ph.D. takes the reader on a journey through memories, short articles, and family and friend interactions. The loss of his wife, Jane, prompted a need to share and remember his time with her, and to review his life and the different experiences that shaped it, good and bad.95 and Counting: My Cup of Life is for any reader looking to appreciate the joy in meaningful relationships, an enthusiasm for life's challenges, the blessings of faithful love, and gratefulness for God, Who provides for all.About the AuthorRobert J. McAllister M.D., Ph.D. grew up on a ranch in Montana, which grounded him in faith, a sense of duty, work ethic, and great determination to face things head on. He enlisted in the army as an infantry rifleman and spent fifty-five days in combat in Germany and Austria. He earned his Ph.D. in Psychology at Catholic University of America, earned his M.D. at Georgetown University, and practiced psychiatry for forty-eight years. He has published four prior books and twenty-four articles in professional and religious journals.He is the father of six and is currently living in retirement.

Our home lives naturally affect life outside of our own four residential walls. Domestic violence is not an issue that should be swept under a rug or regarded as only a personal matter. The spilling over of violence at home into the workplace can have considerable consequences not only for the parties involved but also for innocent colleagues clients. In Break the Silent Cycle of Domestic Violence, Zepora Bastian Certain lays out staggering data and a comprehensive course of action for businesses looking to take a proactive stance in protecting their employees from violence. With extensive research, and insightful tips on identifying the symptoms of an abuse victim, Certain has compiled an invaluable resource for both management and employees in clear rhetoric to tackle this silent threat and ultimately help others to help themselves. This book is a tool anyone can use to protect themselves and the ones they care about. In the case of domestic violence, ignorance is everything but bliss.About the AuthorZepora Bastian Certain was born and raised in Jamaica Queens, New York, one of ten children. After proudly serving her country in the Persian Gulf War, she was honorably discharged and began her educational career, which included a B.S. in Accounting, M.B.A in Management and M.S.A.C. in Accounting Controllership. She enjoys volunteering in her community and has even travelled to Honduras to be a blessing to others. Having been a victim of domestic violence herself and seeing firsthand the tangible effects of domestic violence within her work environment, Certain was encouraged to share her experience and process of healing with others. She has been married for over thirty years and has a daughter.

Annie, Daniel, and Tess love spending summers at their grandparents¿ farm. There¿s so much to do and so many ways to have fun. They can swim and fish and run around. But they also help their grandparents with chores around the house. Some of the chores are a drag, like doing dishes, but others are fun, like helping out in the garden.One of their favorite things to do is ride their grandfather¿s tractor, and their grandparents do have a lot of land to explore, including Tater Hill, which looks like a giant potato with trees on top. But the children are warned to stay away from there. The mysterious nature of this unknown terrain is too much of a draw for Annie, Daniel, and Tess though, so they sneak out at night. Led by the fearless Daniel, the trio finds more than they ever imagined, something they can¿t be sure is real.About the AuthorDorothy Bruemmer currently resides in Groveland, California. She is retired and enjoys spending her time sewing, reading, and oil painting.The Mystery at Tater Hill, her first published book, was inspired by her own three children¿s experiences during their summer visits with their grandparents in Oregon.

Myself and Other Strangers is, as the author notes in his preface, a "midlife confessional" and an "autobiographical outpouring" that invites the reader into a man's interior life-one that proves to be both chaotic and entertaining. Facing a classic midlife crisis at the height of the 1990s, Rick Anthony embarked on a course that changed his life on many levels. His struggles, experiences, and thoughts are shared frankly, with a wry wit that softens some of the hard lessons learned. Anthony dares to share what many hide: doubts and weaknesses, impulses and hesitations, and, most of all, genuine emotions. Written as a series of brief essays, Myself and Other Strangers is about coming to grips with who you are, no matter where you are in life.About the AuthorRick Anthony's first recollection of writing was when he was eight or nine years old. He wrote a poem (that he still remembers) when he was in the third or fourth grade of elementary school. He continued to write in high school, where he edited and wrote a column for the school's newspaper and had several of his pieces published in the New York Post, which, he claims, was a respectable newspaper in those days. He wrote a senior thesis on e. e. cummings that subsequently enabled him to graduate with honors from Brown University. He also wrote at least two plays and a number of lyrics that were incorporated into original student musical comedies. Some of his non-creative, as he calls them, writings were also published in academic, historical, and business journals when he was an undergraduate and then a Ph.D. student at New York University and during his business career. Anthony's "day job" was as a founder and senior executive of an internationally known corporate communications counseling firm. That task, he says, delayed whatever future he might otherwise have had as a writer, but he did have a successful and rewarding career in business. He is looking forward to pursuing his "next gig," but has no idea as to what it might be. He does say, however, that it will not be writing. We shall see.

Confessions of a Former Saint by Dominic M. Verchiani, MA Phd. is a truly riveting biography of a boy, who knew at a very early age that his 'calling' was to be a priest--every Italian mother's dream. The tapestry he has woven depicts his caring nature and belief in God, all while being terribly uncomfortable with some of the dogma, hypocrisy, and events he witnessed and experienced within the Catholic Church. Wanting to set things right in his life, he met someone who turned this world upside down. From this point, he knew where his heart and soul desired to be, but now he struggled to find his way to personal happiness as he continued his lifelong need to serve others.About the AuthorBorn in 1916 in Italy, Dominic Verchiani left home at the tender age of 11 to attend the seminary, desiring of become a priest and counsel others, while making his family proud. After a year, he became aware of the duplicity and abuse-both emotional and physical-and struggled for years to find a way to create awareness and change in the policies of the Roman Catholic Church. He was relocated to the United States as a teacher and was blessed to meet Leontina, a wonderfully kind and understanding woman. She would later become his wife and the mother of his children, Patricia and Michael. He left the Church at age 36, and continued his life as a husband, father, and an educator, while writing this book to draw attention to problems that exist in the Church with its strict rules. Though disillusioned with the Church, he never lost his faith in God. Rebuked in 1982 when he tried to make his story public, Dominic Verchiani is now deceased, but his children have graciously honored his desire to share this enlightening narrative with the world.

My Journey Within chronicles the many miracles, mentors, and loved ones who have touched author Rick Camire's life through a philosophical and sociological lens. By sharing his remarkable story and outlook on life, Camire encourages you to journey within as well: be open-minded and receptive to everything and everyone around you; you never know what could change your life.About the AuthorRick Camire graduated from Salem Vocational High School in 1963. He was in the United States Air Force from 1964 through 1968, during the Vietnam War. He graduated cum laud from Salem State College in 1975 with a bachelor's degree in psychology and sociology, minoring in education and philosophy. A father of four, Camire has always been active in whatever community he found himself. In college, he was cofounder and president of a student group called the sociological society; he couched little league for about 10 years with his daughter and also was on the board of directors, even serving as president for a time. He also spent two years teaching cub scouts, starting a boy scout group in town. He has spent his life learning about human nature and society.

What All Women Need to Know: From Teens to Menopause is an easy-to-read but very thorough discussion of most of the issues women have with their bodies. The information provided is based on Dr. Eugene R. McNinch's 45 years of experience as a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist and should empower women and their daughters to have a prominent role in their healthcare as they travel through the "cycle of a woman's life." All too often Dr. McNinch sees new patients who have been struggling with certain issues for years without success. The body is a very complex machine with many interacting parts, and underlying problems often require a more in-depth investigation. The information in this book should help women to understand some of the issues that may exist, to know what questions to ask their provider, and to understand why certain testing or treatments would and should be suggested.About the AuthorDr. McNinch is board certified by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, with over 45 years of experience. His experience includes that of solo private practice, as well as serving as a practicing department head of Women's Health in an HMO, the U.S. Navy, and the James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center. Dr. McNinch taught resident ob/gyn physicians in private practice, as well as in U.S. Navy Medical Centers. He as well taught a philosophy course at the U.S. Naval Academy. Dr. McNinch is active in community church outreach and has served as a Stephen Minister. His hobbies include golfing, reading, and taking RV trips with his wife and family. He has a beautiful wife, five children, ten grandchildren, and one deceased son.