Above Neil Rock: Stories and Poems

by James Ross Kelly

Rural South Oregon Stories set in the early 1960s through the 1990s mostly the Rogue River Valley. Logging, farming, ranching, and human social interaction and lives and times. U.S. Army during late 1960s and early 70s. This book is mostly a first person account with interludes of stories heard and sometimes widely know. This is creative non-fiction that is sometimes unafraid of jumping to the author's imagination--fully announcing the leap as it goes. There are a couple dozen poems interlaced t... more

My Life in Dog Years

by Candida Pugh

“You do not want this dog.” I said, “Why not?” “He bites.” Good advice rarely makes a dent in my decision-making process. Of course I wanted a 70-pound biting poodle! Who wouldn’t? Henry had two other defects the shelter guru didn’t even know about. One of them resulted in my becoming a persona non grata driver to my closest friends. The third nearly destroyed my house. My travails and triumphs with Henry the giant poodle are part of a story of travails and triumphs with several beloved dog... more

Wisdom Builds Her House

by Carole Duff

Wisdom Builds Her House is the true story of a woman who comes face-to-face with her past when she reads the journal of her husband’s deceased daughter, a girl she never met. Curiosity leads to self-inquiry and haunting parallels between Carole and Gretchen: inexplicable disruptions from when they were five, mental illness episodes starting at sixteen, troubles in college, rejection in love—secrets hiding in their closets. While building a new house in the Blue Ridge Mountains with her husband, ... more

978-1647427382

by Bridey Thelen-Heidel

Bridey is tethered to her mom’s addiction to dangerous men who park their Harley-Davidsons in the house and kick holes in all their doors. Raised to be her mother’s keeper, rescuer, and punching bag, Bridey gets used to stuffing her life into black trash bags, hauling them between Alaska and California, and changing schools every time her mom moves in a new monster—or runs away from one. Desperately seeking the normal life she’s observed in sitcoms and her friends’ families, Bridey earns her way... more

See You Again

by Tyler Arndt

See You Again recounts the three strange years Tyler Arndt lived and taught ESL (English as a Second Language) in South Korea.

Too Much

by Cindy Lee Neighbors, MD

TOO MUCH is the gripping true story of a woman's struggle to reclaim her marriage, career, and sanity while confronting a dark past and battling the complexities of mental health within the military medical system.

Not Good Enough Girl: A Memoir of an Inconvenient Daughter

by Sondra R. Brooks

Beginning at the age of five, Sondra spends decades auditioning for the role of her authentic self. Her dazzling mother casts her as confidante and co-conspirator in her affairs and serial marriages. Her first stepfather grooms her for his pleasure. Sondra vacillates between fierce anger toward her mother—who did nothing to protect her from physical, sexual, and emotional abuse—and a desperate need for her love and approval. Her mother never considered her poor choices in men and marriage were i... more

Yes Sister

by Alice Love

My sister spent her last years in a rest home and I visited her every Monday. She asked me, whether I had thought about writing another book, and I said yes - in fact, I have the first two words: "Yes Sister" When I got home, I thought I should get on and write the book, so my sister would be able to enjoy it. I wrote a chapter each week until the book was finished. I took each new chapter to my sister week by week. The topic of the book is my life story from the time I started nursing in 1947 ... more

Mississippi Hippie: A Life in 49 Pieces

by Willy Bearden

\tWilly Bearden’s memoir Mississippi Hippie is a hitchhiker’s guide to life. Starting from a troubled childhood in a Delta town (that rings of Mark Twain’s Hannibal) Bearden tells of his life-long search for characters, adventures and tales. These are stories of pathos, joy and love told by a master storyteller. Honest and completely unfiltered, we feel the floorboards under his feet, and the pain, beauty, and astonishment in his eyes from his Delta home. His memories give us visceral portra... more

Near the Danube Bridge: A Story of Faith, Courage, and Endurance

by Catherine Allen-Walters & Elisabeth Hartig Lentulo

A true story of one man’s struggles as a Seventh-day Adventist conscientious objector in communist Yugoslavia. After surviving torture and labor camps, he succeeds in fleeing with his young family.

In Good Hands

by Darrell Martin, MD

Throughout his story, readers will learn: Midwifery Advocacy: Darrell's support for midwifery led to professional and legal challenges, emphasizing the ongoing struggle for safer maternal and child care.Resilience Amidst Adversity: Despite facing significant obstacles, Darrell was determined to stand firm in his beliefs and fight for women's birth rights.Faith and Courage: His journey was underpinned by faith, offering him the strength he needed to challenge established healthcare norms.A Cal... more

How Beneficial Is the Radiance Glow Tonic to Enhance the Glow of the Skin?

by jeannot ceuticals

How Beneficial Is the Radiance Glow Tonic to Enhance the Glow of the Skin?

The Radiance Glow Tonic is one of the most essential products that you should use on your skin. It will help you refine your complexion and make you look attractive. For... more

Get Off The Grass

by Wayne Chaffey

HI, MY NAME IS WAYNE Chaffey and I served in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) from 1980 – 2011, with some breaks in between, my job title being: Ground Support Equipment Fitter (GSEFITT). This is my story about my 24 years of working in the Defence Force. I talk about my ups and downs associated with this career choice, and also give an insight of how life can be when compared to any other career path, and not necessarily what many perceive as too disciplined and restrictive. Althoug... more

The Beach Boy II - Aliyah

by William Semenow

Here is a Kirkus Review which was published in August 2024. https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/william-semenow/the-beach-boy-volume-ii-aliyah/

Knucklehead

by daniel sohn MD

Knucklehead is a life's story, an evolution of consciousness, a tale of self-actualization. The author experienced childhood in 50's mid-America, 60's anti-Vietnam War turmoil and cultural revolt and found his raison d'etre in the 70's. Beyond this the book details medical education and practice, family controversies, travels and triathlon competitions. After facing the grill of a speeding dump truck, this young man considered his failing choices and became a seeker of life's essence.

The Beach Boy

by William Semenow

Here is a Kirkus Review of my book. https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/william-semenow/the-beach-boy-semenow/ This book was featured in the August 2024 edition of Kirkus Reviews as an Indie Publication.

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