Black Swan Shock

Marla Case, an elite Olympic-bound athlete, finds her devotion to competition fading and chooses to step away. She considers becoming a medical responder and learns about the profession from a paramedic friend. Before committing to the rescue service, Marla accompanies her mother on an academic tour that ends abruptly when a massive earthquake strikes. The athlete reacts to save victims with her physical skills and newly acquired understanding of some emergency medical actions. She becomes a beacon of hope for the citizens of St. Louis, Missouri. However, personal tragedy affects Marla, as well, and she struggles to find catharsis herself. Black Swan Shock is the second book in Vettori’s Black Swan trilogy, although each of the three books can be read independently.

The first novel, Black Swan Impact, is a sci-fi political thriller that takes place in 2113. Having recovered from the devastation of World War III and reaching new scientific advancements, people believe only prosperity lies ahead until an emerging deadly pandemic threatens all of humanity. Dr. Syia (Sī-yuh) Case, National Institutes of Health Director of Epidemiology, is invited to advise US President Daniel Piper and the White House Crisis Action Team to try to mitigate the threat. Actions required to protect US citizens from the lethal virus become increasingly challenging. However, when Piper steers the country toward questionable courses, Dr. Case and the strident voices on the task force find there is more than a virulent virus to fight.

Black Swan Terror will round out the series.

The Squirrel and the Acorns

In this heartening Clarke Fable, your child will learn that courage reaps rewards. One little baby squirrel remains in the nest. As the story unfolds, the young squirrel must learn to overcome his fear of leaving the safety of his snug home. Will he have the courage? What might be his reward? Find out as you read this sweet tale. Be sure to look for the blue jay that appears on each page.

Broken Contract

In a future where Earth’s natural balance has been shattered, humanity teeters between ecological collapse and an uncertain life in space. Broken Contract unfolds across three interconnected worlds: the rainforests of the Amazon, the mineral-rich landscapes of Transylvania, and 3STAR Alpha, an artificial habitat orbiting Earth. As scientists, corporate interests, and indigenous communities struggle over dwindling resources, the fate of an entire species – one whose survival is bound to humanity’s own – hangs in the balance. The last remaining bees, hidden deep in the jungle, hold a secret that could alter the course of history. But will humanity recognize its own mistakes before it is too late?

Told through the eyes of researchers, industrialists, and those fighting to protect the land, this novel explores the fragile connections between human ambition and the natural world. Against a backdrop of technological ingenuity and environmental devastation, Broken Contract challenges us to reconsider what we owe to the planet and to future generations. As those in power push forward with a new frontier beyond Earth, one question remains: can humanity escape the consequences of its own recklessness, or will the final cost be paid in silence?

The Moon Fairy

Have you ever wondered about the magical world of fairies?

There are many different kinds, each with their own special job.

Among the most enchanting are the moon fairies, whose task is both mysterious and important: they must find the rare and beautiful moon flowers.

Terror in Tuscany

A gothic suspense thriller infused with rich historical intrigue, romance, and the dark secrets of an ancient curse.

When historian Emma Bartoli impulsively purchases a crumbling villa in the rolling hills of Tuscany, she believes she is simply reclaiming her ancestral roots. But beneath the beauty of the vineyards and sun-drenched landscapes, a sinister legacy lies buried. Her arrival sets off a chilling chain of events. With the help of Marco, a security specialist with his own personal ties to the estate, Emma embarks on a dangerous quest to uncover the truth.

As they dig deeper, they discover an underground crypt filled with skeletal remains, victims of a ritual sacrifice that has sustained the estate’s prosperity for generations. The truth is darker than Emma ever imagined. The Caravaggio dynasty has continued its ancient, twisted practice, offering human sacrifices under the harvest moon to sustain the vineyard’s success.

With atmospheric tension, gripping suspense, and a breathtaking Tuscan backdrop, Terror in Tuscany: The Crimson Vines is a chilling gothic thriller that will keep readers enthralled until the very last page.

The Critter Collection

Have you ever been lost in a forest?Have you ever tried to speak, only for a squeak to come out?Were you ever the shortest in your class?Step inside and discover a collection of animal stories that might just make you laugh, cry, or both!These heart-warming and entertaining tales of everyday animals will keep you turning the pages, eager to see what happens next.I hope you enjoy each and every one of them!

Kit the Keystone

When Kit the tiny baby beaver is born, they soon discover that they are incredibly special. Kit is a keystone species, who can create spaces for other animals to live in and thrive.

But Kit’s peaceful life at Stillwater Pond takes a dramatic turn when Kit’s best friend, a Green Treefrog, discovers an invasive plant species threatening to destroy all the plants of Stillwater Pond!

They must find a new home for all the creatures, but can little Kit brave the unknown for the good of all?

Join Kit and their best friend, Benny, on an epic keystone adventure that will change their lives forever.

Amelia & Olivia Go to the Zoo

Amelia and Olivia are twin sisters who do almost everything together. Find out what happens when a normal school field trip to the zoo turns into an unexpected adventure.

The Lazy Alligator

This swampy adventure is set to the catchy rhythm of The Itsy Bitsy Spider, making it a fun and engaging read-aloud experience.

A lazy alligator drifts through the scenic swamp, searching for a tasty lunch. Along the way, he encounters a variety of colorful and clever creatures, from a tenacious redfish to a majestic white egret and a feisty blue crab. But as he glides through the boggy waters, his quick-witted prey spot him first and escape his sluggish attempts to make them his meal.

He may be slow, but he has a mighty CHOMP! Will the hungry alligator ever find something to eat?

With lively rhymes, playful repetition, and the unique wildlife of the swamp, this book will have young readers singing, laughing, and coming back to enjoy the adventure again and again.

Santa Claus Lost His HO HO HO

It was a week before Christmas and all the elves
Were busy packing the sleigh, being their jolly little selves.

When Mrs. Claus ran out into the fallen snow
She cried out loud, ‘Santa has lost his HO HO HO!’

So hurry everyone, get busy to find
Santa’s HO HO HO and get it in time,

So Santa can deliver toys on Christmas Eve,
While the boys and girls are sound asleep.

So does Santa get back his HO HO HO?
Unless you read the book, you may never know!

The Last Ordinary Life

In The Last Ordinary Life, debut author Cynthia Bowers invites readers on a deeply personal journey, recounting her life-altering decision to donate one of her kidneys to a critically ill 11-year-old boy at Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Registered on the transplant list and running out of time, the boy’s only hope came from a woman he had never met.

This story is not just a recounting of the incredible events that led up to an unprecedented organ transplant between two strangers but a transformative narrative that explores the profound impact of spiritual growth and self-discovery.

The Last Ordinary Life is more than a memoir; it’s a testament to the power of selflessness, the importance of overcoming our deepest fears, and the transformative possibility for success that unfolds when we reconnect with our true selves. Cynthia’s journey serves as an inspiring reminder that within each of us lies the potential to live extraordinary lives.

Nexuses

At the conclusion of World War II, a few top ex-Nazi leaders escaped the Allied nets in Europe and were now living in various South American cities. International police efforts to identify and capture these criminals had been unsuccessful. The government was in desperate need of a new path forward.

Three former friends and recent European emigres to the United States had, totally unknown to each other, found a home in the US after the war. None knew that the others had even survived the war. Each had their own reasons to keep a low profile with the US authorities amid the commie scare of the 1950s, and all three were on shaky immigration ground.

If they could find each other again, and if they could help each other find a path forward, they just might get through their problems. In a curious turn of events, the three became intertwined with the international search for the missing Nazi criminals. Success in capturing the Nazi criminals would rest with the trio’s unique war-time experiences… experiences they had never shared with anyone… Until now.