In a book that speaks out against racism, a clone of Hitler battles his genes at Reichfield High where soccer is literally war and the battle is fought between Neo-Nazis and Mexicans. "The tone hits a range of notes between Suzanne Collins' 2010 book, Mockingjay, and Mel Brooks' 1967 film, The Producers." - Kirkus Reviews Targeted Age Group:: 15-30 What Inspired You to Write Your Book? Was inspired to write this book by the political situation in the world with fascism on the rise. It … [Read more...] about Blitzball – A Clone of Hitler Rebels Against Nazis in Coming of Age by Barton Ludwig
The Midas Plot: Plus Ultra by Frankie Albritton
Midas and his Eternal Ones are employing dark powers to manipulate gold markets and change human history during the tumultuous period encompassing the First World War. Cowboy, Army aviation pioneer, and banker Matt List must fulfill a prophecy and accept the leadership of the Eternal Ones or risk losing Helena, Midas’ beautiful daughter. Will Matt sacrifice love and end the journey of the Eternal Ones where it all began—on earth? Targeted Age Group:: Adult What Inspired You to Write Your … [Read more...] about The Midas Plot: Plus Ultra by Frankie Albritton
Tornados, Rattlesnakes & Oil — A Wildcatter’s Memories of Hunting for Black Gold by Thomas E. Cochrane, Geologist
“Black Gold”…OIL…the magic bullet of liquid petroleum not only propels all manner of people-movers globally, it’s also a component of more than 6,000 products—everything from motorcycle helmets, to vitamin capsules, to ink. But who DISCOVERS these critical—and elusive—fossil fuels of oil & gas? Meet a wildcatter whose back-in-the-day journey from the hills of New York, to the ice fields of Alaska, to the plains of the Midwest brings the reader along on this complex quest to SEE underground. … [Read more...] about Tornados, Rattlesnakes & Oil — A Wildcatter’s Memories of Hunting for Black Gold by Thomas E. Cochrane, Geologist
Summary & Analysis of Leonardo da Vinci by ZIP Reads
Summary & Analysis of Leonardo da Vinci by ZIP Reads Isaacson could not have created a more captivating character in any work of fiction, and yet his portrayal of the larger than life Leonardo da Vinci is both thoroughly sensible and ineffably sublime. This ZIP Reads summary provides key takeaways and analysis from Isaacson's #1 bestselling book, Leonardo da Vinci. His 600-page tomb is rich with details of da Vinci's life from his inventions to his idiosyncracies. Let ZIP Reads help you … [Read more...] about Summary & Analysis of Leonardo da Vinci by ZIP Reads
The Blacksmith’s Arm by Keith L Wright
The idea of the book is to show how a major historical event affected the ordinary people of England. They lived simple lives and did not know or care about the wider world. Their life was one of pure survival, but this is not to say they did not enjoy many of the experiences of the present day. By looking at the life of two boys born over 400 years apart I see how things of changed but not entirely. I also consider the possibility of changes had the riots of 2011 turned into a second English … [Read more...] about The Blacksmith’s Arm by Keith L Wright
The Spruce Hollow Gang Adventures by Ben Dobbs
The Spruce Hollow Gang Adventures series are based out of the Great Smoky Mountains, our gang members are four twelve years, Brandy, Jared, Kiley, and Colton. They share a desire for excitement, adventure, mystery, and a love of history. Our gang travels through time to actual historical events where they can help others in need. Targeted Age Group:: Six years to early teen What Inspired You to Write Your Book? It has been my desire to write children's books for years. I am a … [Read more...] about The Spruce Hollow Gang Adventures by Ben Dobbs
Family First: Tracing Relationships in the Past by Ruth A Symes by Ruth A Symes
Husbands, wives, fathers, mothers, children, siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins and grandparents - these are the relationships that structure the family tree and fascinate the family historian. But how much do we really know about how our ancestors lived out these multiple roles? Buffeted this way and that by economic developments, legal changes, medical advances, Two World Wars, the rise of the Welfare State, women's emancipation and many other factors, relationships between members of our family … [Read more...] about Family First: Tracing Relationships in the Past by Ruth A Symes by Ruth A Symes
Standing The Final Watch by William Alan Webb
Standing The Final Watch by William Alan Webb America might be dead, but Nick Angriff will kick your ass to resurrect her. Lt. General Nick Angriff has spent his adult life protecting family and country from a world of terrorism spinning out of control. On the battlefield, off the grid, in clandestine special task forces and outright black ops, Angriff never wavers from duty. But when a terror attack on Lake Tahoe kills his family, he’s left with only the corrosive acid of revenge… that is, … [Read more...] about Standing The Final Watch by William Alan Webb
Interview with Author – P Harrison
About P Harrison: Born on the 7th of February 1991 in Gisborne, New Zealand, Lord. P Harrison grew up on the eastern coast of New Zealand. From a very young age, Lord Harrison was a lot different than most children, showing a keen interest in Astronomy, Astrology, Poetry, Elite truth, Aliens, nature & the well being of our home planet all at the age of 5. Lord Harrison, now aged 26, is the youngest twin of he and his twin brother. He also has an older sister of 2 years that played the … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – P Harrison
Bargain Book: Pianist in a Bordello by Mike C. Erickson
Pianist in a Bordello What would happen if a politician decided to tell the truth—the whole truth? Richard Youngblood, aspiring Congressman, is about to find out. He’s running on a platform of honesty and transparency—and against the advice of his friends and advisers he’s decided to start with himself. His autobiography will lay his entire life bare before voters just days before the election. And what a life he’s had. Born in a commune and named Richard Milhous Nixon Youngblood as an angry … [Read more...] about Bargain Book: Pianist in a Bordello by Mike C. Erickson
Interview with Author – Fiona Ingram
About Fiona Ingram: I come from a background of theatre studies and journalism. My studies and love of travel have combined because after university I spent a year in London at drama school and a year in Paris studying mime. After a few years working in grassroots and community-based theater, I began to write more and gradually moved into journalism. Becoming a children’s author happened by complete accident after I went on a family trip to Egypt with my mother and two young nephews. By the … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Fiona Ingram
Interview with Author – J.D.R. Hawkins
About J.D.R. Hawkins: J.D.R. Hawkins is an award-winning author who has written for newspapers, magazines, newsletters, e-zines, and blogs. She is one of only a few female Civil War authors, and uniquely describes the front lines from a Confederate perspective. Her Renegade Series includes A Beautiful Glittering Lie, winner of the John Esten Cooke Fiction Award and the B.R.A.G. Medallion, A Beckoning Hellfire, which is also an award winner, and A Rebel Among Us, recipient of the 2017 John Esten … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – J.D.R. Hawkins
