Frog Soup

In Frog Soup, Gia Pia and Callie Cat are excited to visit their grandma for dinner. However, their excitement quickly turns to horror when they hear that the main dish is none other than frog soup! The sisters are huge fans of frogs and can’t bear the thought of eating them. Will they be able to save the frogs from the soup pot and still enjoy dinner with their grandma? Join Gia Pia and Callie Cat on their journey to find out!

Froggy Bill and the Lost Lily Pad

After surviving a terrible thunderstorm, Froggy Bill discovers that his beloved lily pad has disappeared! With little time to waste, Froggy Bill embarks on an adventure around the bay to try to locate his lost lily. Along the way, he reunites with some of his old friends from Turtle Trail, Crabby Creek, and Lizard Lagoon.

Hop along with Froggy Bill as he explores fun new places and seeks to turn his sadness into triumph. Froggy Bill reminds us all that with perseverance and a little help from some friends, we can accomplish more than we ever thought possible. 

From Infamy to Hope

Told in the compelling voice of Rachel Moore, a housemaid in 17th century Puritan Boston and featuring that colony’s two most powerful figures in Governor John Winthrop and his courageous opponent Anne Hutchinson, From Infamy to Hope is the story of the religious persecution of a servant girl made pregnant by rape. Convicted of fornication, she is sentenced to wear a black W for “whore” on her gown. Over the opposition of Hutchinson, the colony heads into war with the Pequot Indians. Rachel masquerades as a boy soldier, hoping to recover her baby who was sold to the Pequots by her alcoholic father to satisfy a debt.

She is at the war’s final battle when the colonial army burns down the Pequot’s fortified village in Mystic, Connecticut. Will she find her baby among the ashes?

Although Hutchinson was ultimately excommunicated and banished, a statue in her honor now stands before the State House in Boston, and a parkway bears her name in New York near where she died in another Indian war. Her descendants include F.D.R., the Bushes, as well as Mitt Romney. The present day Pequots now run Foxwood Casino near the site of the massacre in Connecticut.

From Many We Are One

From Many We Are One reveals the never-before told story of the rebirth and globalization of American Cuisine, as influenced by iconic restaurants, shaped by passionate individuals and enriched by education. A journey through ground-breaking periods illustrates the roller-coaster development of cooking in America.

The book details historic events, food and wine competitions and the California food revolution, whose combined energies fueled this movement and catapulted American food and wines to the top of global prominence. Seminal events hosting the Queen of England and the Hyde Park Summit with Presidents Clinton and Boris Yeltsin, serve to elevate American cuisine to center stage.

As President of the Culinary Institute of America I was fortunate to not only observe, but to actively participate in the education and nurturing of American chefs as evidenced by the legions of industry-leading CIA graduates.

While cooking at Le Pavillon, at the time the best restaurant in America, I experienced the highest level of excellence, which shaped and dominated my emerging philosophy and appreciation of food and hospitality all shared in this book.

A critical look at the industry recollects the impact of fast food, the positive professionalization of chefs, while questioning the lamentable status and struggles of women and African American chefs and the media’s reluctance to recognize their contributions to American cuisine. New emerging culinary concepts like Molecular, Fusion and Nouvelle cuisine are debated for their lasting and realistic impact on cooking.

Lastly, the legacy of food in America is scrutinized for its contributions to gustatory benefits and their contrasting effects on the status on public health.

From the Moon, I Come in Peace

Marcus is a young, autistic man, living with his father. He faces many challenges as he begins his adult life in a world of non-acceptance, bigotry, friendship, love, loss, and great challenges in trying to fit into the workplace. His adventures are full of laughter, sadness, and a touch of romance.  

Marcus and his father share a rare bond. It is the bond known by many disabled people and their caregivers. This bond is also a key character in the story. It is a balance of great strength and fragility, wrapped in love. Few people ever experience this type of bond. Come and experience it with Marcus in From the Moon, I Come in Peace.

From Zero to Infinity and Back- A full Circle

In order to find some love, partnership, companionship, and support, as any other young single divorcee, my search for a loving partner began on dating websites. At first in line with my spiritual beliefs of the Eastern tradition of Yoga and Meditation like DharmaMatch.com. I have been a practitioner of Yoga and meditation since my thirties, which I am blessed to have inherited from my ancestry. Going to Kirtans and meditation, Satsangs with my grandmother and living in a family with Yoga traditions, my father being a Raja Yoga practitioner, even as a child, living in Yoga came naturally to me.

At these dating websites I met some sociopaths, addicts, alcoholics and also some decent men sometimes in disharmonious timings in this dating journey. After being stolen from, surviving domestic violence, and also having some great learning dating adventures, I have come to arrive in this place. I am now thriving, being in oneness, in Yoga. This writing and art memoir are a result of this journey. I am sharing my story in the form of arts and writings inspired by the teachings of Vedanta and Buddhist teachings and values.

My abstract art is in its spontaneous presence, in the raw, elemental, primal and childlike innocence, with awe and wonder, a curious part of me. I do hope to awaken a presence in you that resonates this blissful state that I experienced while working on the art and poetry book project.

Full Moon Witch

In a world unlike any other, a young girl’s journey begins as she unravels the truth about her existence. Plunged into a reality she never imagined, she discovers her family’s enchanting lineage and embraces the existence of a magical realm hidden from her eyes.

Amidst this newfound knowledge, she forms profound connections with kindred spirits who guide her along a path filled with love, heartache, and self-discovery. As she strives to find her rightful place, she confronts the ultimate question: will she conquer the challenges of this extraordinary world or succumb to its demands?

With unwavering determination, she embarks on a relentless quest to safeguard her loved ones from an imminent threat that looms ominously close. Yet, as her powers emerge, uncharted and unprecedented, she unearths the haunting secrets of her family’s past, realizing the profound link between her origins and the destiny that awaits.

In a mesmerizing tale of intertwining past and future, she must summon the resilience to protect the very essence of her home. Will she unearth the strength necessary to embrace her extraordinary heritage and defend all that she holds dear?

Furs and Fevers

Don’t mistake this for dry history! Lynn MacKaben Brown’s Furs and Fevers offers the reader a view into a long lost and mostly forgotten world—a world where Indigenous tribes interact with French-Canadian trappers and traders, while their way of life is unravelling under the pressure of American expansion into Indiana. The characters are historical, and their interactions follow the historical records available thanks to Brown’s exhaustive research.

The author has a gift for placing believable and compelling words in the mouths of those long dead and weaving it all into a story that keeps the reader entranced. Along the way, without noticing, that reader receives an education into the systems and politics of Indiana and the frontier in the early part of the 19th century.

There is plenty within these pages to challenge you, and controversial actions that leap out of their hoary context and force you to contend with your contemporary judgements and worldview. The past has dilemmas that can still cause debate today.

“Furs and Fevers is a compelling, enjoyable, and highly enlightening read that I envy you the initial discovery experience that is now, sadly in my rear-view mirror. Savor it!”

Brian Hogan, direct descendent of Dominique Rousseau.

“Lynn enthusiastically embraces the concept of history as a story. She combines bulldog determination to unearth truth with her interpretation of events. Then she re-creates the multicultural, time-honored role of tribal historian/storyteller. And who doesn’t love a good story?”

Sigmund Brouwer, author of The Last Temple.

Futurecide

Every civilization in history has faced moments of overwhelming existential crises, and they all eventually collapsed. Was this failure inherent in the evolution of civilization, something within the human species, or a combination of both? More importantly, was it predictable and unavoidable? Most civilizations believed they had a special relationship with the divine and were beyond the laws of nature. Our current economic civilization is now global and interdependent. Today’s economy is responsible for the most rapid mass extinction in Earth’s history. We face imminent catastrophic climate change and environmental disruption, yet the same sense of exceptionalism and hubris clouds humanity’s judgement and ability to act rationally.

Environmental disruption is making the planet uninhabitable. No economy can consume its way out of scarcity. This law of nature conflicts with many longstanding economic theories. Sheltered and self-absorbed elitists promote lies and prey on humanity’s most vulnerable instincts of pecking order, conformity, and obedience to authority. These primal instincts may be maladapted to civilization in its current form. Today’s elitists are choosing mass extinction in a false belief in their own invincibility. To survive, humanity can no longer follow delusional leaders to self-destruction.

In non-technical language, the author explores common phases in the development of past civilizations, and the critical junctures and decisions that made collapse inevitable. He investigates the linkages and contradictions between human social behavior, the economy, and the environment. In the closing pages, he identifies a clear path to redemption.

Gee You're Smart

Meet Emma, an extraordinary little girl with a big brain and an even bigger heart! Emma loves solving puzzles, asking questions, and exploring the world around her. Her curiosity and cleverness always lead to exciting adventures.

But what happens when Emma faces a challenge she doesn’t know the answer to? Can her quick thinking and creativity help her solve the mystery, or will she need to ask for help from her friends?

Join Emma on a delightful journey filled with fun, laughter, and a few surprises along the way. This story celebrates learning, friendship, and the magic that happens when we explore new things. Perfect for young readers who love to discover the world.

Gee You’re Smart is a heartwarming tale that will inspire and entertain. Can you guess what clever solution Emma will come up with next? Dive into the pages and find out!

Gen. Park Chung-Hee and South Korea's Han River Miracle

Gen. Park Chung-Hee was born to a poor family in rural Korea when Japan ruled the nation as a colony. After teaching at a rural elementary school for three years, he studied at three different military academies to become an army officer in the liberated Korea. Although he encountered a career-threatening crisis right before the outbreak of the Korean War, he returned to the service and served many key staff positions during the war and important command positions after the war with devoted professionalism. When the nation drifted rudderless in the 1960s, he led the military revolution as the last resort. Hence forth he headed the government that was steadfastly focused on rebuilding the nation. His administration laid the extensive, future-oriented foundation for the nation’s industrial development and advanced defense capability. Gen. Park lived his life aligned with, to the letter, his personal motto: ‘My Whole Life to Fatherland.’

Getting a Ride in Daddy's Low Rider Truck

Family potluck birthday parties are a kaleidoscope of joy, laughter, and shared memories. With every dish served, stories are passed around just as generously as the Tres Leches cake for dessert. The thrill heightens as a piñata bursts, showering treats for all to enjoy. As melodies from the Mariachis fill the air, dancing feet and singing voices join in a vibrant celebration. And when rain clouds gather, they don’t dampen spirits, but rather offer the joy of splashing in puddles and waiting out the storm together. Mud-trapped cars? No problem!

A ride in Daddy’s iconic Lowrider Truck becomes a spontaneous adventure, filled with giggles and song. And as the evening unfurls, new parties beckon in the distance, leading to new rhythms, new friends, and more cherished moments. After all, it’s never too late to join the fiesta, especially when a Lowrider Truck arrives in style.