Ending Today’s Chaos And Repairing America

In our modern American society, we find ourselves amidst a disheartening breakdown, where chaos prevails. The dominance of a few corporations stifles diversity across numerous sectors of our economy. Complex and biased laws and tax systems cater to special interests, while the upbringing of many children and the quality of education are skewed towards wealthy areas. Moreover, our online platforms inundate us with fraudulent schemes, adding to the societal disarray.

This thought-provoking book offers a fresh perspective on historical change, presenting the idea that the Western world has undergone three distinct civilizations: the Greco-Roman, the Medieval, and the Enlightenment. With the passing of each civilization, we have witnessed a gradual deterioration of institutions and the erosion of social consensus. Examining the challenges we face today, the book delves into the concept of ‘Justice’ and questions what truly constitutes a fair society. It then presents a range of potential improvements to our current institutions, serving as a temporary measure until a new civilization emerges. Additionally, the book explores America’s place in the global context and delves into the complexities faced by other civilizations experiencing their own periods of institutional breakdown.

By offering a critical analysis of our present state and proposing alternative perspectives, this book provides a guiding light for navigating the turbulent waters of societal transformation. It inspires hope for a future where our institutions can be reimagined, fostering a more just and harmonious society.

Hurricane Rescue

After meeting in school and dating, Andy Thompson, and Milly Richards, grew apart and began their adult lives separately, though they still held strong feelings for each other. While Milly sought a career in Design, Andy joined the Navy and began training as a SEAL, but after an auto accident led to his leg being amputated, he was discharged and with his dreams all but destroyed, chose to live on the sea, piloting a boat and doing his best to make a living.

While working for a hotel chain, Milly was tasked with working on a new property in the Caribbean, but even though she was worried about a future hurricane, her boss ignored the threat until it was too late and the two were now trapped in the path of a Category Five Hurricane. Using her contacts, Milly managed to call home to warn her family about her predicament and her father contacted Andy’s family. When Andy learned that Milly was trapped, it brought back all those memories of her and realizing she meant more to him than anything else, he contacted his old Navy buddies and using a borrowed boat, they were able to barely reach the island alive just after the storm passed.

Arriving safely was one thing, finding the love of his life was something even more difficult in the destruction and chaos now engulfing the island. Reaching her last known location, Andy was upset to find she was gone and frantically searched the surrounding area until he was able to decide where she had gone and had a difficult time reaching her before they were able to plan how to safely leave the island.

Humanity in Trouble and Our Failure to Act

Mankind is on a crash course with destiny and doesn’t seem to have a clue! We are witnessing rapidly accelerating global warming of our own making that could potentially result in species extinctions, including our own. Witness widespread signs of the impending disaster including super storms, record drought, floods, forest fires and climate refugees. Dangerous nuclear saber rattling by Russia and North Korea is on the upswing and the Russian invasion of Ukraine threatens to expand to Western Europe. The increasing number of fascist, autocratic, dictator-run states such as China, North Korea, Turkey, and Brazil are snuffing individual freedoms, denying social justice and fanning the flames of global conflict.  The world’s population is rapidly approaching eight billion and is well past the point of Earth’s ability to sustain us. Crushing poverty, starvation, and dozens of militarized religious and ethnic conflicts. We have polluted our planet with toxic chemicals, oil spills, reckless dumping of trash on land and sea, contaminating the oceans with fish and fowl killing plastic waste.

This book is the result of overwhelming outrage and disappointment with our species, our failure to adequately address worldwide problems that threaten our very existence. We (if there is a ‘we’) should be embarrassed and ashamed. Nature has endowed us with near perfect bodies and amazing brains and for the most part we squander our evolutionary inheritance. And the greatest gift of all, consciousness, is under-developed in most of us. In this collection of essays, the author offers insights into the human condition, the reasons we have run afoul of the natural order, along solutions to alleviate human suffering on an individual and global scale plus some playful jabs at our human folly.

Christina’s War

Growing up on a poor farm in Missouri and learning how to sing opera from her war-scarred father, young Christina Cross has no idea the powerful forces of good and evil, of music and war, will one day pull her into the maelstrom of the Second World War, compelling her to make life-or-death-decisions about who she is fighting for and the price she is willing to pay.

Like a masterful opera, Christina’s War deftly transports the reader to early 1940s Paris where Christina and her sister, Nicollet, are sent by their father to live a better life with their Grandfather, Philippe Pétain. Philippe, eager to please the Nazi regime, envisions Christina’s exquisite voice as a means to entertain Hitler and his officers. Yet, unbeknownst to him, Christina’s heart belongs not just to music but to Laurent Gauvion Saint-Cyr, the charismatic leader of the French Underground who had recruited her into the resistance.

When she defiantly refuses to sing, setting Hitler’s fury aflame, Nicollet becomes a pawn in a dangerous game of power and retribution. Now, Laurent must not only fight for their country’s freedom but race against time to save the two sisters from the clutches of a malevolent Nazi officer who revels in torture.

My Family’s Godly Road

“For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.”
– John 3:17

To get to the Heavenly Father…
You must believe in Jesus…
That he lived and died for you.
No matter the religious road you go down, you must accept Jesus as your savior…

This book chronicles the many roles the author played within the church and how her journey impacted the lives of those around her. From Sunday school teacher to Usher, and eventually marrying a preacher, her dedication to her faith and community is woven throughout her story. It also serves as a heartfelt tribute to her family, including her grandson Malachi, who became a deacon, and her granddaughter Delisia, whose solo performances touched the congregation. Through her experiences, the book highlights the profound life lessons that the church instilled in her and her loved ones.

Long Waka with Jesus

In Long Waka with Jesus, Dr Gaston Nyabul di Kanza Mabaya retraces his steps from the days when he was a young lector and altar server in the Church in Yasa (Democratic Republic of the Congo), through the academic halls of Belgium, to the pulpits of the Roman Catholic Diocese of London in Canada.

It sometimes happens in our lives that we wonder about God’s presence. We ask ourselves a thousand and one questions. Why, for instance, does God allow this or that to happen? In Dr Mabaya’s case, the question arose several times. On each occasion, God proved to be present and faithful. Like most of us, he often asked himself this question again and again: “Where has my God gone?” especially when knowing how difficult a situation could be.

Long Waka with Jesus brings to light all the blessings which have encompassed the world of Dr Gaston Nyabul di Kanza Mabaya throughout his life.

Whatever stage you are at spiritually, you need to examine your life with God in a private moment of recollection. You will discover His marvels. He is among us, His children, waiting for us to make ourselves available and take His hand, which He offers us graciously. He will show you what is most meaningful in your life.

He loves you. In His company, none of you would feel alone. His love is unwavering.

Chasing Light

Chasing Light, begins with the story of Anthony Beckles, an international student from the island of Jamaica in the Caribbean. He is pursuing a postgraduate degree in marine biology at California State University Monterey, where he meets Aileen Wu, a second-generation American Chinese student, completing a master’s degree in social work.

Chasing Light also explores the stories of Anthony’s immigrant brothers, Donald and Trevor, together with their partners, traversing a generation to their young niece Carla, her partner, Antonio, and his own Spanish mother, Consuela, as well as Keira and Pari, truly intriguing twin sisters from Kerala, India, who first meet Anthony and Aileen in the small Atlantic island archipelago of Bermuda.

If you are a reader who enjoys complex characters that drive immersive plots, and the evocation of eidetic locations, as well as searing emotions – thought-provoking novels, with dramatic twists, turns and thrills, shocking events, wildly intense sorrow, sudden chuckles, inspirational tropes, and memorable but unpredictable cross-cultural love stories, Chasing Light is for you!

The Corrigan Factor

Two ships, Alcyone and Solira, an alien vessel, both in trouble from unprovoked attacks.

Two captains: one still aboard his disabled ship, the other picked up by Alcyone’s sister ship, Electra, and accused of desertion.

A daughter eager for reunion with a father she hasn’t seen in years.

The father who all but abandoned her and who has been conducting illegal scientific experiments and profiting from the venture.

An ambassador in a hurry, eager to take credit for a possible first contact.

And a minor crew member aboard Electra, whose unexpected abilities unite them all.

Split from Reality

What happens when you realize the foundation of everything you knew about yourself and life in general is shattered? How do you cope when it’s found that your own mind, and even reality itself, is playing tricks on you? Is it even possible to adapt to a bizarre, unforgiving, and even horrifying mindscape?

These challenging questions and others will be explored in this book. This autobiography tells a tale of a young man as he struggles to function in life while experiencing very unusual circumstances. The tale explains his experience while battling some of the most disturbing psychotic thoughts.

This is a story of wonder, extreme challenges, and eventual plateau into some form of success. This book not only demonstrates the problems and stressors common with the illness called schizophrenia but also highlights methods, techniques, and useful solutions to some of the most challenging and slippery mental conundrums that one might encounter during psychosis.

Sassy the Green Tree Boa - Adventure Two

Hello, it’s me... Sassy the Green Tree Boa.

On my first adventure in Sassy the Green Tree Boa, I met so many wonderful snakes, you see.

I ended my adventure pretending to be a Christmas tree!!

Are you up for another adventure?

Then come along with me as we set out on another great adventure...

where we shall see what other snakes have fun pretending to be!!

What's Wrong With This Picture? Tommy Goes to Work

Tommy is an ambitious young dog.

One day, he decides to learn how to do the same jobs that people do. He tries many of them and learns quickly, but he also makes mistakes.

Can you spot the mistakes he needs to correct if he wants to improve?

In this coloring book, each page has a fun sketch for you to color while helping Tommy become a better worker.

My Family's Godly Road

“For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.”
– John 3:17

To get to the Heavenly Father…
You must believe in Jesus…
That he lived and died for you.
No matter the religious road you go down, you must accept Jesus as your savior…

This book chronicles the many roles the author played within the church and how her journey impacted the lives of those around her. From Sunday school teacher to Usher, and eventually marrying a preacher, her dedication to her faith and community is woven throughout her story. It also serves as a heartfelt tribute to her family, including her grandson Malachi, who became a deacon, and her granddaughter Delisia, whose solo performances touched the congregation. Through her experiences, the book highlights the profound life lessons that the church instilled in her and her loved ones.