Her Name Is Blue

Florencia-Blue is an introverted dreamer, a believer in the power of love yet skeptically guarded against its reality. She’s crafted a life comfortably hidden beneath the veil of her beloved books and manuscripts, convinced that true happiness dwells only within their pages. Enter James Murray: sweet, albeit grumpily so, with a heart encased in metaphorical stone, having long forsaken the notion of love. Until, that is, a shy New Yorker with a captivating dimpled chin gently unravels his defenses, weaving the concept of love into a tangible tapestry they both begin to cherish. Their bond forms from the roots of friendship, slowly unfurling into something profound, stirring emotions neither was prepared to confront. Yet, as time marches on, they find themselves inevitably drawn into the embrace of something they once dared not acknowledge. She is Jamie’s Sassenach, and he, Florencia’s long-anticipated Ginger lad, a testament to the unexpected paths love carves, leading them towards a shared destiny they never anticipated but ultimately cannot deny.

Heron at Pine Lake

One afternoon, while enjoying a long weekend with their parents at their cabin in Wisconsin, Lizbeth and Ian decide to take a rowboat ride on Pine Lake. Fishing for bluegills, or watching the diving loons while paddling along would usually be considered a good trip. But Lizbeth and Ian could not imagine the adventure that lay before them this day. They were accustomed to seeing a varied selection of wildlife at the lake, but coming face to face with a four-foot heron – that was unexpected! The excitement had just begun. The entire family and a neighbor are brought together to solve the problem of seeking refuge for a stranded young bird. It was a day like no other. This day would ultimately shape the futures of Lizbeth and Ian as adults. Have you ever experienced an exciting adventure while out enjoying nature? Happy reading!

Horse Racing: An Opinion

Tired of losing money at the racetrack? Horse Racing: An Opinion might well be the remedy. It is clever, witty, and strewn with insights.

The book’s goal: enhance and enrich the reader’s appreciation of horse racing by providing a unique conceptual framework from which to view the sport.

The book offers the reader a new way of seeing, a new set of eyes.

Not only will it enhance the reader’s appreciation of the sport, but it will also enhance the health of one’s bankroll as well. Even money says you’ll love it.

House of the Beloved

Kurt Lingstorm is doing an archaeological dig under a church in Jerusalem which is believed to be built on top of the home where John the Apostle lived with Mary, the mother of Jesus. He uncovers a secret burial niche and needs an expert on first-century Christianity. He knows who he wants to bring in to help him. Michael O’Brien is a priest and archaeologist who specializes in this area. He is brought in by Kurt and the Cardinal in charge of Holy Shrines. The attraction between the two men is instant but they must also deal with the burial niches and a Vatican representative to Jerusalem who is less than priestly and is blackmailing two of Kurt’s team members to steal from the site.

House Ravenin - The Folded Path

The world is always changing, each step uncertain as the old ways and the new collide in a struggle for supremacy. Yet even the most well-paced paths sometimes turn in odd directions, the rumble of discontent along the western border leading to bloody clashes against the advancing world slowly encroaching upon the once open wilds.

As Crissone lies in flames and the tenuous peace between elven and human people threatens to collapse, the slaves taken in from the attack and sold to the estates are not what they seem to be.

It is here beneath the roof of House Ravenin that the lives of all hang in the balance, the arcing destinies of singular lives quietly merging together to decide the fate of an unsuspecting people. Each has their own part to play out, the Folded Path watchful upon all who grace its stones.

As poisonous secrets are revealed and true natures rise to the surface, careful hands begin to unravel a deadly mystery in hopes of staving off a greater, more sinister threat.

How Big is Your Brave?

In How Big is Your Brave?, delve into the transformative journey of individuals as narrated by Jolene, a dedicated personal trainer. But this isn’t just about shedding pounds or building muscle – it’s about the odyssey of resilience, self-discovery, and confronting the deepest fears.

Jolene shares heartwarming tales of her clients, recounting not just their physical metamorphoses but also the mental battles they waged and conquered. Each story is a testament to the human spirit, the will to try, to fall, and to rise stronger than before.

For many, achieving fitness isn’t just a goal – it’s a testament to their grit, and often the most rewarding conquest they’ll ever embark upon. Yet, it’s that initial leap, the first step into the unknown, that’s the most daunting. How Big is Your Brave? celebrates those brave souls who dared to take that step, forever altering the trajectory of their lives. How about you? Are you ready to discover just how brave you can be?

How Do You Like Your Pancakes, Bear?

An engaging and sometimes wacky journey, How Do You Like Your Pancakes, Bear? takes little readers on a ride through the animal kingdom and explores all of the different ways our furry friends prefer their favorite breakfast staple.

From coastal waters to lush jungles, all the way to your own backyard, How Do You Like Your Pancakes, Bear? is sure to be a fun-filled journey for all to enjoy.

How Lemon Happened - Beltzhoover Pride

In his previous book, Some Things I Think I Said, Waltman displayed his triple-threat writing, with his mix of short stories, poetry, and humor.

In this work, he goes deeper into the only non-fiction story from his earlier book, this sequel is a close examination of the early years of his main character, Lemon. Three days of interviews with his family, old friends, and neighbors in the black communities of Pittsburgh yielded more clarity and truth than anticipated. When Lemon Happened, How Lemon Happened – Beltzhoover Pride became bigger than just Lemon and Beltzhoover. It represents the struggles and achievements by those who grew up without the benefit of societal privilege.

How to Build a Hotel from Scratch

How to Build a Hotel from Scratch offers more than just a guide to hotel construction – it’s a soulful journey through cultures, cuisines, and human connection. Meet Tatyana, a Korean woman raised in a quaint Uzbek village, a place whose heart beats with the age-old tradition of hospitality. Nurtured by her surgeon parents, Tatyana finds her earliest inspirations within the walls of her father’s home library.

But her story transcends the mere building of brick-and-mortar structures. It delves into the philosophical foundations that underpin hospitality and asks compelling questions: What defines us as global citizens? What unites us through our diverse cuisines, histories, and cultures? Is the spirit of hospitality a universal marker of trust and goodness?

As she navigates her way from a breakthrough job with a renowned U.S. hotel brand to spectacular global locales – including Miami, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Paris, Rome, Florence, Seoul, and Jeonju – a Tatyana garners invaluable experiences. Each destination is a stepping stone toward her ultimate aspiration: creating her own vision of a luxury, sustainable, wellness-focused hotel.

This book, then, serves as both a personal journey and a practical guide, offering readers an inside look into the intricacies of the hotel industry, informed by a lifetime of rich, international experiences.

Hug the Moments

Hug the Moments invites readers to discover the extraordinary adventures, miracles, and revelations bubbling beneath the surface of our world.

Amidst the constant barrage of negative news, there exists a faith-based love force, alive and in motion moment-to-moment.

Featuring powerful, heart-stirring dramas filled with suspense, this book aims to instil in readers the most desirable goals in life – a sense of optimism, peace, and hope.

By revealing uplifting narratives hidden within everyday life, Hug the Moments calls us to pause and embrace the beauty around us.

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.

Humans as Third Dimensional Beings

Explore a fresh lens on human identity in 'Humans as Third Dimensional Beings', where the author introduces a unique dimension that sets Homo sapiens apart – the Third Human Dimension (THD). Traditionally viewed as bi-dimensional entities encompassing body and soul, this book ventures beyond, inspired by a rich blend of cultural insights, social science theories, and Islamic perspectives.

Contrary to prevalent social science paradigms that label humans as Homo Oeconomicus, Homo Politicus, or Homo Sociologus, Professor Dhaouadi underscores a vital yet overlooked facet: Homo Culturus or the Third Dimensional Being. The philosopher and social scientist Herbert Marcuse once analysed ‘one-dimensional man’. This work not only challenges social scientists for overlooking the Homo Culturus aspect but also critiques anthropologists, despite their focus on culture, for missing this crucial dimension.

Highlighting the THD or the Homo Culturus is imperative for lending credibility to social sciences, especially when asserting the three Homos as fundamental aspects of human behavior. Dive into an enlightening discourse that re-evaluates human essence through the prismatic lens of culture, offering a novel conceptualization that enriches the understanding of our complex nature.