My memoir begins at my college graduation ceremony, when I admonished myself for failing to feel the exuberance that such a day should elicit. I observed, as if from far away, excitement all around me. I was about to graduate with honors and a degree in theater. But how will I pursue acting when I weigh a mere 69 pounds? My story then jumps back to kindergarten, where I was punished regularly. No one seemed to notice how unusually troubled and angry I was at only five years old. I spiraled … [Read more...] about Hungry for Life by Rachel Richards
Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have by Michael Rossi
Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades, as Michael recounts his tales with wincing honesty. Eventually, the maniacal nights of booze, drugs, and sex give way to rude awakenings in empty rooms, jail cells, and beds of snow … [Read more...] about Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have by Michael Rossi
Interview with Author – Linda Naomi Baron-Katz
About Linda Naomi Baron-Katz: Linda Naomi Baron-Katz born on March 21, 1969, by the name of Linda Naomi Baron, raised as a modern orthodox Jew, where mental illness became a factor throughout her life. It had started with her mother when she was in the fifth grade. Her mother had suffered a nervous breakdown and was diagnosed with acute depression. This gave Linda and her family a huge amount of stress. As she was growing up into adulthood, her mother's illness affected her in ways that she too … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Linda Naomi Baron-Katz
Interview with Author – Susan Sofayov
About Susan Sofayov: Susan Sofayov lives in scenic, Pittsburgh, PA with her husband, three children, a Lionhead rabbit, and the most hated dog in the neighborhood. She is a former vice president of child care for a large non-profit organization. Currently, she partners with her husband to run their real estate development/management company. She has a BA in English Literature and Political Science from the University of Pittsburgh and an MA in Teaching from Chatham University. What inspires … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Susan Sofayov
Interview with Author – Lorraine Pestell
About Lorraine Pestell: Lorraine Pestell was born in London and has had a successful career as an Information Technology professional in the UK, US, Europe, Singapore, and more recently Australia. She currently resides in Melbourne, Victoria. Although working full-time, Lorraine is a passionate volunteer for several organisations, including serving on the Boards of non-profit organisations, being a mentor for The Smith Family's iTrack program and providing project management assistance to … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Lorraine Pestell
Someone Always Loved You by Brooke Williams
His first day on the job, ambulance driver Jay has a horrible accident. The victim of the crash is thrown into a coma and Jay keeps vigil by her side. As their lives, past and present intertwine; a story of love through time unfolds. An intricate drama including adoption, love, suspense, and plenty of questions, Someone Always Loved You is a novel that keeps the mind churning and the soul alive. Targeted Age Group:: 35-60 What Inspired You to Write Your Book? My grandmother was in a coma … [Read more...] about Someone Always Loved You by Brooke Williams
The Girl Who Could Fly Denise Okonkwo
This book is bargain priced from 05/20/2014 until 05/21/2014 No one would use the word extraordinary to describe Gwen. Her brother was the good-looking jock. Her step-sister was the rebellious trouble maker. Gwen – she is the girl who got turned away from the Comic Book Club. Gwen was becoming frustrated with her life. She no longer wanted to be the girl with the wild hair, the girl who couldn’t get the guy, the girl whose step-father saw as mediocre. She befriends Marie, a new girl at … [Read more...] about The Girl Who Could Fly Denise Okonkwo
Interview with Author – Michael R Lewis
Author Bio: Michael R Lewis has dug ditches and washed dishes for minimum wage, sold shoes and tax shelters, and advised people how to make and spend a fortune. This father and grandfather has partied with rock stars, played Black Jack in Vegas for table limits, and studied to become an Episcopal priest. He has also been in the boxing ring and on the shop floor, the stage, and the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. Making and losing millions of dollars in industries ranging from oil and gas … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Michael R Lewis