Stranger in a Homeland chronicles one (woefully unqualified) American's experience living and working in Japan. Through his misadventures—and dozens of high-quality photographs—you can: - Immerse yourself in Japan's rich, vibrant, and often baffling culture - Delve into the island nation's storied history - Gain valuable insight into the wonder and struggles of a life begun anew Kyle McCormick's debut memoir combines humor, culture, and history into one nonstop adventure. From sprawling, … [Read more...] about Stranger in a Homeland by Kyle McCormick
The Silk Road: Revisited by Nick Rowan
The Silk Road Revisited is an enticing new book that invites the reader to take an exceptional cultural and historical journey throughout Europe, Persia, Central Asia and China along one of the world’s oldest trading routes. For more than two millennia the Silk Road developed a vital set of trading arteries between East and West. At its height, the route stretched from Venice in Europe to Xi’an in Northern China. Covering more than 8,000 kilometres, it spanned a wealth of cultures and lands, … [Read more...] about The Silk Road: Revisited by Nick Rowan
The Night the Bridge Collapsed by N. A. Nation
A True story about a bridge failure in an north Idaho town and the resolve of the local community in 1971. All proceeds are donated to the local museum. Targeted Age Group:: All ages What Inspired You to Write Your Book? I was raised and lived in this town. I knew the people involved in this tale of survival. … [Read more...] about The Night the Bridge Collapsed by N. A. Nation
The Gods at Number 23 by Lisa Keeble
Zeus looked down on the Parthenon, a scowl on his face. The view hadn’t changed in hundreds of years, plenty of tourists but not a single bloody worshipper. Something had to be done. Lots were drawn and the five losers, Pan, Hades, Hebe, Vesta and Janus ended up in a 3 bedroom semi in Brighton, tasked with overturning religious beliefs that had existed for millennia. Needless to say, the five gods and goddesses faced a steep learning curve, but they soon realised that humans were far more … [Read more...] about The Gods at Number 23 by Lisa Keeble
The Scarlet Forest: A Tale of Robin Hood by A. E. Chandler
You are invited underneath the great greenwood tree to hear how a young man became a hero, and a hero became a legend. When Robin takes a shortcut through Sherwood Forest, the path he chooses leads not to Nottingham’s archery contest, but to a life on the run from the law. Unable now to become a knight, and joined by his childhood friends, Robin Hood leads the most infamous outlaw band ever to evade the king and his sheriff. Blending true history with new stories, popular inaccuracies, and some … [Read more...] about The Scarlet Forest: A Tale of Robin Hood by A. E. Chandler
Interview with Author – Joss Sheldon
About Joss Sheldon: Joss Sheldon is a scruffy nomad, unchained free-thinker, and post-modernist radical. Born in 1982, he was brought up in one of the anonymous suburbs which wrap themselves around London's beating heart. Then he escaped! With a degree from the London School of Economics to his name, Sheldon had spells selling falafel at music festivals, being a ski-bum, and failing to turn the English Midlands into a haven of rugby league. Then, in 2013, he stumbled upon McLeod … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Joss Sheldon
Alaska: Glaciers, Volcanoes, and the Arctic Circles by Chelsea Falin
Think you know your states? THINK AGAIN! Did you know that a third of Alaska lies within the Arctic Circle? Or how about that Alaska has the highest population percentage of Native Americans? Or that Alaska has about 70 potentially active volcanoes? If you want to find out more interesting, little known, well known, strange, or unusual facts about Alaska, this book is a must read! Sections include: *General State Facts … [Read more...] about Alaska: Glaciers, Volcanoes, and the Arctic Circles by Chelsea Falin
FEATURED BOOK: Downfall – Book I of the Helots’ Tale by David Cairns of Finavon
The Helot’s Tale is a true story. It begins in 1814, in the smog laden streets of London, against the backdrop of a harsh, unjust Dickensian society. We follow Robert Bright and Mary-Ann Goulding as they grow up, struggling to survive. They are destined to meet, but their paths are yet to cross. The despair of Newgate prison, a death sentence, public hangings, riots, the resurrectionists and a hellish journey for months on the open sea to serve their sentences on an island prison begin their … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Downfall – Book I of the Helots’ Tale by David Cairns of Finavon
FEATURED BOOK: Follow: Akashic Dreaming Through Time by Sonia Iris Lozada
In FOLLOW, Akashic Dreaming through Time, a poetry picture book, Sonia Iris Lozada captures the essence of many lifetimes through meditations and dreams. Every stanza emulates the traveling soul’s history. The individuals’ experiences from anger to forgiveness and acceptance which guides us home. Reviews: "...indeed a journey to follow in which the writer thru poetic visioning transports from first fires built by our ancestors through survival of war and natural catastrophes. The resilience of … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Follow: Akashic Dreaming Through Time by Sonia Iris Lozada
Mayhem 337: Memoir of a Combat Advisor in Afghanistan by Chad Rickard
Mayhem 337: Memoir of a Combat Advisor in Afghanistan by Chad Rickard Chad Rickard was a decorated, multi-tour Iraq War veteran with hundreds of combat missions under his belt. He was a seasoned infantryman with a desire to join the fight in Afghanistan against Taliban and Al Qaeda forces bent on keeping American influence out of the region. In 2008 the opportunity arose to deploy as an infantry advisor to the Afghan Army and he seized the chance. After months of intensive training he … [Read more...] about Mayhem 337: Memoir of a Combat Advisor in Afghanistan by Chad Rickard
Interview with Author – Mike Millard
About Mike Millard: Mike Millard, a veteran journalist with roots in the Pacific Northwest who has written and edited for newspapers, magazines, wire agencies and websites, worked in Asia for more than two decades and has traveled widely in Europe as well. After a tour in the Navy during the Vietnam War era, he lived in San Francisco's Haight-Ashbury neighborhood, went to rock'n'roll shows and attended City College before obtaining a degree from the University of Oregon and … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Mike Millard
Interview with Author – Chad Rickard
About Chad Rickard: Chad Rickard was born and raised in Central Pennsylvania. At the onset of the first Gulf War he opted to follow a family history of veterans from the Revolutionary War, Civil War, both World Wars and Vietnam. He spent the majority of his adult life in service to his Nation with the United States Army, serving in combat around the globe as an infantryman. Chad is currently retired and living in Central California with his family. What inspires you to write? The ability to … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Chad Rickard
