Here’s the story of American hero General Tony McAuliffe (1898–1975) who while defending Bastogne, Belgium, during the famous 'Battle of the Bulge’ in World War II is known for his one-word reply when the Nazi’s demanded his surrender. Culled from hundreds of battle accounts, official documents and various interviews and articles throughout the years, 'Nuts!' tells the story of McAuliffe’s unique 37 year career. Told by Author Tom McAuliffe, who is a relative of the late General, as well as his … [Read more...] about Nuts! The Life & Times of General Tony McAuliffe by Tom Patrick McAuliffe
Legends of the Donut Shop by Terry Overton
At seventeen years of age, Wes Williams is injured in a head-on collision and nearly loses his life. Wes does not know if he will live or die. In a mysterious near-death experience, he travels back in time to his earlier years and the time he spent with his grandfather and his old buddies at the Donut Shop. The humorous gang of old veterans, and one retired sheriff, retell their stories once again. This time, Wes understands the meaning of each story. Wes struggles to regain his strength and … [Read more...] about Legends of the Donut Shop by Terry Overton
A Span of Moments by Robert Beech
A Span of Moments by Robert Beech A profound story of coming home to an old Florida island and struggling to save its way of life and native beauty: Midsummer 1994,a disillusioned Jake Crawford quits a prominent scientific career and retreats to the island home of his youth, longing for its old Florida way of life. Within hours of his arrival, he becomes entangled in a deadly series of events involving a billionaire real estate developer and a reclusive bridgetender with a long-hidden past. … [Read more...] about A Span of Moments by Robert Beech
MONICA’S WAR by Jo Horne
Monica Beresford Wichfeld lived life on her terms and without apology. As a young woman, she socialized with some of the most famous people of her era—Noel Coward, Tallulah Bankhead, Coco Chanel—using her connections to build a business that would save her husband’s familial estate from bankruptcy. Born in Great Britain, she married a Danish aristocrat and landowner and moved to his lavish estate on the island of Lolland, south of Copenhagen. Shortly after settling there, she began a nine-year … [Read more...] about MONICA’S WAR by Jo Horne
Interview with Author – Jo Horne
About Jo Horne: Jo Horne is an award-winning and multi-published author of fiction and non-fiction. Publisher's Weekly had high praise for her WWII series--THE PEACEMAKERS--(written under the pen name: Anna Schmidt) noting how she "seamlessly integrates...actual events, and the courageous real-life individuals who fought against Hitler’s regime, with her fictional characters and their story, to produce a strong tale of hope and love in the face of insurmountable obstacles." Jo … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Jo Horne
Bargain Book: Crash Dive: a novel of the Pacific War by Craig DiLouie
The first book in the popular Crash Dive series! 1942. Lieutenant Charlie Harrison reports for duty aboard the S-55, a worn-out WWI-era submarine. While the Battle of Guadalcanal rages on land, air, and sea, the captain plans a daring attack against Rabaul, the heart of Japanese power in the South Pacific. There, the hunter will become the hunted. "Adventure fiction in the grand tradition of the Hornblower series ... Crash Dive blew me away." - John Dixon, award winning author of Phoenix … [Read more...] about Bargain Book: Crash Dive: a novel of the Pacific War by Craig DiLouie
Interview with Author – Barbara Hawkins
About Barbara Hawkins: Barbara Hawkins is an out-back traveler, visiting six continents before adventure travel had a name. Her first book, Behind the Forgotten Front, is a WWI historical Fiction novel based in part on her father's WWII diary. She traveled to India and Burma for fun and fact check her book. She is currently writing a young adult science fiction series, The Reincarnation Trilogy. The first book takes place in Mexico and Turkey. Visit her at … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Barbara Hawkins
Interview with Author – Steven Burgauer
About Steven Burgauer: Avid hiker, Eagle Scout, and founder of a mutual fund, Steven Burgauer resides in Florida. A graduate of Illinois State University and the New York Institute of Finance, Steve writes science fiction and historic fiction. A member of the Society of Midland Authors, Steven is included in The Dictionary of Midwestern Literature, Volume 2: Dimensions of the Midwestern Literary Imagination and the ALA’s Librarian’s Guide to Cyborgs, Aliens, and Sorcerers by Derek M. … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Steven Burgauer
Atomic Medium by G G Collins
"We're three women from two different centuries, trying to save the world from oblivion. I don't know about you, but that's way above my pay grade." A time warp has opened in a popular Santa Fe retail store. The building housing the shop was the main office of The Manhattan Project during WWII in the 1940s. Only one person has witnessed the departure of two dangerous men through the dark doorway to the past--reporter Rachel Blackstone, the reluctant psychic. Although she is certain they are … [Read more...] about Atomic Medium by G G Collins
Interview with Author – Felice Cohen
About Felice Cohen: Felice Cohen, the grandchild of two Holocaust survivors, is the author of the award-winning book “What Papa Told Me,” a memoir about her grandfather’s life before, during and after the war. The book has been endorsed by Elie Wiesel and Yad Vashem, translated into Polish, won three honorable mention book awards, and has sold 30,000 copies around the world. Aside from having spoken to thousands about her grandfather, she is featured in two documentaries focusing on … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Felice Cohen
Amanda in the Summer by Brenda Whiteside
Three generations of women…and the secret that strengthens their love. A line of women, all named Amanda, stretches back for generations. Each with her hopes, her joys, her pain—each pouring out her heart in correspondence with a dear family friend who shares their lives, understands their loves, and joins in their sorrows. But within the correspondence lies a secret. And as the youngest of the Amandas retraces the journey through the years—beginning in post-war America and following … [Read more...] about Amanda in the Summer by Brenda Whiteside
Post-War Dreams by Brenda Whiteside
World War II has ended and the soldiers are coming home. After years of following her crop worker father, motherless Claire Flanagan is also coming home. If she can keep her father in one place long enough, she plans to follow her dreams to Hollywood. Until she meets Benjamin. Benjamin Russell has been working since he was fifteen to support his mother and siblings. What he most wants in life is to own a construction business and take care of the family his father abandoned. The last thing he … [Read more...] about Post-War Dreams by Brenda Whiteside
