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Lost Seeds: The Beginning

by Teresa Mosley Sebastian

Lost Seeds is the story of two brothers, Dublin and Timothy Brisco, born into poverty at the turn of the twentieth century to formerly enslaved parents. From birth, they witness firsthand the atrocities their parents had to endure and themselves experience the continued struggles of being Black in the South. Encounters with physical abuse, mental illness, and racism define the brothers’ lives, and despite their best efforts to survive, the seeds of slavery’s wickedness inevitably spawn and lead ... more

Deedee and Bird

by MonnieBiloney

Deedee dances to the beat of her own drum and with Bird by her side the two learn valuable lessons about friendship and honesty. The story begins by introducing us to our main character, Deedee, whose headstrong personality is brought to the spotlight as she stubbornly persists in convincing her parents to get her a pet. When her parents finally make her wish come true, we meet Deedee’s new best friend and sidekick, Bird. The two friends find themselves in a tough spot when Deedee loses her ... more

COACH 'EM UP!

by JEROME DEBOSE

A Tv Miniseries written in Gorgeous colorful Books.

The Peculiar Affliction of Thomas Wade Duncan: A Dark Tale

by Kip Koelsch

Thomas Wade Duncan lost a leg. A casualty of the bloody Civil War Battle of Antietam, he wants nothing more than to drift into the comfortably numb embrace of his chosen medicine—forgetting his life before the war and the one he’d planned with his fiancée for the aftermath. Instead, the former schoolteacher, stumbles through the world--fading in and out of consciousness and finding himself marooned on a stark, grey New England island at the onset of winter. Detoxing under the care of Mi... more

Decadence Kills

by Michael P. Charlton

“Decadence Kills follows in the tradition of William S. Burroughs, with its influx of dreamlike passages, descriptions of animalistic human behaviors, unsettling, near-apocalyptic imagery, and offering moments of stark poetry amidst the ugliness of the established universe.”
— BOOKLIFE PRIZE

Decadence Kills is a pitch-black, Sweeney Todd-tinged story of contemporary class, murder, deep disgust, and occasional tenderness. Readers will find sharp pr... more

Duzy House of Mourning

by Ka Hancock

THE DUZY HOUSE OF MOURNING is the compelling story of a young woman who survived an unthinkable accident the night she was born, an accident that claimed the life of her father, and forever altered her mother who sustained a traumatic brain injury. The book opens 22 years later. January Duzinski has been raised by her Polish paternal grandparents and works as an embalmer in their mortuary. She’s a bit of an introvert, completely comfortable with the dead, completely brilliant (like her mother w... more

SKINVENTUREZ: The Sunscreaming Summer

by Dr. Tamara Lazic Strugar

Hooray! School’s out for summer and Mia and Luka’s dad takes them and a few friends on vacation for some sun and fun. But after some spooky happenings, the kids start to wonder if their pale dad is actually a g-g-ghost! On top of that, Luka forgoes sun protection on a cloudy day and learns a painful lesson. The kids need help and they know just where to find it. Leading NYC-based expert dermatologist Dr. Tamara Lazic Strugar brings a rollicking graphic novel adventure sprinkled with tips on s... more

Colonial Stone

by Colonial Stone

With an illustrious legacy spanning over two decades, Colonial Stone has emerged as the trusted cornerstone of natural stone masonry for discerning homeowners in the Twin Cities. Our unwavering commitment to excellence encompasses every facet of our service, where quality craftsmanship and reliable solutions intertwine seamlessly. Specializing in the intricate artistry of constructing captivating retaining walls, enchanting walkways, majestic steps, and awe-inspiring patios, we transcend the bou... more

Kazi: Book 1 of the Adventures of the Turtles Crossing Gang Series

by J. K. Pinsel

When Karli Paul, Jessie Burton, Adam Russell, and Christie O'Shay -- the Turtles Crossing Gang -- rescue a tiny dachshund mix from a tyrannical neighbor, they have no idea the little pup will change their lives forever. From the thrill of Mardi Gras to the devastation of Hurricane Katrina to finding a "forever home" in the snowy mountains of Sarajevo, readers follow the Gang, their families, and the runt (that came to be known as Kazi_ on a journey that proves: you don't have to be big to have... more

Good Boy Lukey & the Dream Crumbs

by Linda Beck

Step into a world of dreams and protection with Lukey, the extraordinary puppy who watches over children as they slumber.

Within the pages of Good Boy Lukey & the Dream Crumbs, an endearing story unfolds—a tale of Lukey, a special puppy with magical powers, dedicated to safeguarding the dreams of children everywhere. From the creator of bedtime joy to the defender against nightmares, Lukey emerges as the ultimate guardian of the night.

As Lukey grows from a ... more

American Guerrillas: Bad boys battle a Billionaire

by DS Kumar

James Stanton runs his San Francisco startup in style. After the New York based Brayton group acquires a majority stake in his startup, he comes into conflict with billionaire Edmund Brayton, the heir of Brayton group. As the conflict escalates, James is labeled as a fraud and kicked out of his startup. After six years, James Stanton puts together a guerrilla army and goes to New York City to battle with the Braytons. His guerrilla army goes around America and beyond, executing missions and pull... more

Jaguar Dreams

by Susan MacBryde

An Amazon Village Faces Big Oil. A conflict could cost lives. It could also save the Earth.

Deep in Ecuador’s Amazon Basin, seismic waves rock the ground. A new road slices the rainforest. It rushes toward an Indigenous Kichwa village, threatening its land and its people. It is a tendril of oil exploration by corporate giants poised to suck the black gold from the Earth.

Oil spills. Rampant disease. Starving wildlife. Dying villagers. All are imminent. The Kichwa must either... more

River Tweets

by Aimi Medina

Staying pink isn’t as easy as you think when you’re Rosetta Spoonbilletta trying to catch a shrimp with a spoon. Rosetta is a local artist who lives among the mangrove trees in the land of “Old Florida.” Her paintbrush suddenly comes to a stop when her reflection reveals her feathers have lost the ink that keep them pink. Rosetta can’t catch a break. She can’t even catch a shrimp! Luckily, Parsley the Pelican, the town chef, tweets her an invite to his Royal Shrimp Boil. He promises a gatheri... more

Free Spirits

by Mary Hutchings Reed

Inspired by real events—the speeches of Victoria Woodhull in her efforts to amend the Marriage Laws, the trial of spirit photographer William H. Mumler, and P. T. Barnum’s American Museum--this is the story of an abused woman in 1865 struggling to become free and independent at a time when the richest and most independent women in New York City were prostitutes and many others, including spiritualists, circus freaks and even photographers, often profited through fraud and deceit.

A Home in the Wilderness

by Amanda M. Cetas

It is June 10, 1663 and Etienne is running through a field of wild pasture, startling a flock of grouse into the air amid a frenzy of feathers and squawking, as he heads toward a double wedding in town. He has no idea that the ceremony will be interrupted with the news of a Native American attack on the Dutch settlement up north, the consequences of which will turn his world upside down threatening his family, community, and Lenape friends. He must choose – protect his new friends or defend his ... more

Giver of Gifts: Nature’s Story of Hope

by Everly Cade

"We are connected. Our planet, the land, our spirit, and mind. The earth provides our every need - all magically designed." In the loud and busy bustle of our everyday lives, a humble yet mighty voice is hoping to be heard. Will we hear? Will we understand? Giver of Gifts is a captivating journey that will open readers' eyes to the wonders of nature that surround us everyday.

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