The Beaten Heart

Melanie Dickson has been through her share of heartache. With college graduation in a few days and a marriage proposal in the near future, she feels confident and happy. When tragedy strikes and everything she thought she wanted goes away, she finds solace in a comfortable, practical, new relationship, and a new life, thousands of miles from home.

But just as she is starting to live her life again, not overcome with guilt and no longer paralyzed by fear, an old flame steps back into her life. In one weekend, everything she thought she knew changes. The one person she has spent her life trying to forget, to hide her feelings for, is thrust back into her life. She has to decide, should she pick the practical, safe choice or follow her heart and the one person she has always loved?

The Chaplin River Letters

In this gripping account, M. L. Jordan unveils the raw truths of the Civil War era. Beyond polished tales, dive into a world filled with desire, mystery, and chaos. Personal letters shed light on passionate love, deep betrayals, and unwavering faith. Experience America’s pivotal moment through the eyes of those on the battlegrounds and in whispered secrets. This isn't just history: it’s the heart and soul of a nation at war.

The Comprehensive Anthology of Early 21st Century Arab Poets

The Comprehensive Anthology of Early 21st Century Arab Poets offers a rich tapestry of voices from the Arab world, transcending borders of geography, history, and culture.

These poets weave a diverse and intricate mosaic that reflects not only the multifaceted Arab realm with its myriad religious, political, and cultural nuances but also showcases them as enlightened, compassionate global citizens.

Dive into this collection and discover the vibrant heart and soul of contemporary Arab poetry.

The Cracks in My Bones

When I put my hand out

And reached for your smaller, softer hand,

I didn’t expect you to have turned

Your back on me;

To have crushed my soul in one sudden movement.

Why did you turn your back on me?

Even under the sun’s warmth,

You couldn’t see how

Torn, broken, crushed

I was.

You looked right past me,

And suddenly,

I didn’t exist.

How am I supposed to exist

Without you?

How am I supposed to put

One foot in front of the other

And move on?

When all I wanted to do was

Run to you.

My feet were stuck to the ground,

My hands trembling, my eyes watering,

And my heart was breaking.

I never listened to those old love poems,

Yet, you were my love poem.

I just didn’t know it till

You walked away from me.

And those words, those damn words,

Started to choke me.

The Dark Evil Essence

Seeking a place to call home, a family of four relocates to a house with a chilling history beyond their knowing. A decade before, its very rooms bore witness to a gruesome murder, leaving the home corrupted by malignant dark forces and trapped, anguished souls.

As this evil essence now roams the halls and haunts the living, the terrorized family experiences its malevolent power breaking into their world, bringing harm to their home. Their only hope to reclaim peace lies in combatting the paranormal forces permeating every shadowy corner before the darkness consumes them completely.

Yet time is running out. They must act soon to liberate the lost spirits and dispel the deep-rooted evil that has infected their home or face an even more brutal fate than the one suffered by the murdered inhabitant years ago. Their challenge is to solve a supernatural mystery, battle unseen entities, and revive their home from its possession – or forever live in the grip of its gruesome past.

The Deadly Disguise

What if the person you trusted with the most precious part of you was the person who brought an agony too frightening to imagine in your life? And what if revenge is the only thing that will ease your pain? In The Deadly Disguise, the worlds of three families collide with the culmination of a horror that will bring a community to its knees.

Francesca, recently widowed as the result of a tragic accident, is a social worker assigned to the case file of Julian Griffin, the eighteen-month-old son of Lia. When Julian suffers a horrendous act at the hands of his parents, Francesca must remove the young child from home for his safety.

Years later, circumstances once thought to be benign eventually climax into the commission of an act of retribution that shakes a family to its core. Unbeknownst to the players in this evil game, another little boy in town has connections to the crime. As a result, another family is lured to the evil lurking just around the corner. Will someone get away with the ultimate revenge, or will the mysterious circumstances surrounding one little boy reveal the clues needed to solve a murder?

The Demonic

The purpose of this poetic rendition of the demonic is to reflect the inner conflict between good and evil within a man’s soul. The soul encompasses all elements of good and evil, and those elements remain in constant conflict, vying for dominance. Life itself is defined by the contest between good and evil that plays out within each person. This struggle permeates every facet of existence - families, social circles, business dealings, and judgment calls. It influences all of our decisions and actions. Through vivid metaphor and examined discernment, the ongoing dynamic process of internal conflict and resolution is illuminated for the reader. This telling aims to showcase the complex navigation between light and dark that lives within us all.

The Evil Within

What woman could seek revenge on the creators, on God himself? What could’ve been done to spur such vengeance?

Her name is Lilith.

Having suffered the creator’s wrath and resulting curse, a plan for revenge has now been set in motion. The results of which could upset the balance of power between good and evil forever.

From the earthly realm, Lilith seeks a dominant leader. Detective Dave Logan, she believes, will be the one. But it will require overcoming many obstacles to make it so.

Along the way, Lilith creates a path of carnage and death as she manipulates everything and everyone to achieve her goal.

The thrilling climax will leave you wanting more.

The Fundamentals of Legendary Status

Throughout history, greatness has become a siren call to many. Society often glorifies the extraordinary, rendering average as something lacking. Yet the vast literature on eminence has only skimmed the surface of what drives the legendary.

Some claim fame through connections. Others find followers in material assets acquired. Many have chased the specter of renown down winding paths, only to grasp at air.

True legend status springs from an inner drive to excel. Educational pedigree plays second fiddle to the ambition that fuels sleepless nights – the self-assurance that the annals of history have no choice but to enshrine one’s name. For those possessed of such will, even meager resources can catalyze ascension into the pantheon of luminaries.

The Quest for Greatness distills this relentless push for pre-eminence into 30 key principles. It is a guidebook for those wishing to channel their hunger for superlative achievement into an enduring legacy. Destiny calls the intrepid, the daring, the insatiate… how will you answer?

The Golden Scepter

In this gripping historical novel, follow the story of a mysterious woman whose true identity is shrouded in secrecy. Despite being just a woman, she faces the daunting task of challenging the most powerful men in the known world, with the fate of an entire people resting on her shoulders. As she grapples with the weight of her mission, memories of her humble beginnings in the slums of Susa haunt her, reminding her of the power of her faith in Yahweh.

Guided by the wisdom of her mentor Mordecai, she must navigate the treacherous politics of the Persian court, where danger lurks around every corner. Despite the odds stacked against her, she draws on her faith and courage to stand up for what is right, even if it means facing her death.

As the tension builds, the stakes become higher than ever before, and she must rely on her unwavering faith in Yahweh to see her through. Will she be able to turn the heart of the King, her husband, in her favor and save her people, or will she perish in her quest for justice? Find out in this thrilling tale of bravery and perseverance in the face of overwhelming odds.

The Goodwill Mission

In 1982, a young girl joins an elite chorus called the Singing Pines from a high school in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. After performing at a Miami Dolphins football game, the group catches the attention of the CIA, who invite them to appear on the Today Show. The group is soon sent on a State Department-sponsored goodwill mission to Poland, unaware of the ulterior motive behind their tour.

As they perform for captivated audiences, the Singing Pines encounter challenges from Polish authorities, student unions, and hostile regimes. Despite the language barrier and danger, the group realizes their strength and what they can accomplish.

Based on a true story, this novel follows the journey of 16, 17, and 18-year-old American teenagers as they unwittingly become part of a plan to help Poland achieve democracy through the subtle art of influence and music. Narrated by the 17-year-old heroine, Jordan Davis, the story is set in Florida, New York, Washington, D.C., and various cities in Poland. Interspersed throughout the narrative are historical references to real events, giving an accurate picture of the U.S. government and Vatican involvement in the first cracks in the iron curtain.

With themes of bravery, diplomacy, and the power of music, this is a captivating and inspiring story of how a group of young Americans helped to bring down the iron curtain.

The Grandfather Paradox

In a race against time, could you be the savior the world needs? Faced with a one-way journey to the past, would you dare to reshape the world or be tempted by personal desires? As the sands of time slip away, powerful forces rise against you. The question remains: what would you sacrifice for a chance to rewrite history?