Off the Rock - Escaping Alcatraz" by award-winning author Tom McAuliffe is a gripping narrative that delves into one of the most legendary prison escapes in history. In 1963, three inmates-Frank Morris and brothers John and Clarence Anglin-achieved the impossible by breaking out of the notoriously secure Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, the Rock in middle of San Francisco Bay. McAuliffe, known for his meticulous research and compelling storytelling, brings this audacious escape to life, weaving … [Read more...] about Off the Rock-Escaping Alcatraz by Tom McAuliffe
Felicity’s Power by J. Arlene Culiner
The evening Marek Sumner opened his door to the wild-looking Felicity Powers, he knew nothing would ever be the same again. But even love and passion couldn’t keep them together. Years later, having lived in the world’s most dangerous places as a foreign aid worker, Felicity is back, still offering love, passion, and adventure. But why would Marek risk having his heart broken a second time? Now a well-known author, he loves his calm, solitary life in an isolated farmhouse. He and Felicity … [Read more...] about Felicity’s Power by J. Arlene Culiner
Your Smallest Bones by Sean Taylor
Twelve stories- seven previously published and two Pushcart Prize nominations- highlight this collection of short fiction. Empathy is examined as we help push a grand piano onto a frozen lake or read century old lost braille love letters. These stories play the lighthearted adventure of language while taming the overwhelming significance of tiny things. Targeted Age Group:: 16-99 What Inspired You to Write Your Book? The city of San Francisco, the art of minimalism, Raymond Carver, Amy … [Read more...] about Your Smallest Bones by Sean Taylor