Move Forward

Move Forward is a guide for those feeling uncertain about their future. The constant demands of the world can leave us feeling drained and disconnected from our true selves. This book offers a new approach to finding hope and purpose, helping readers rediscover their strengths, passions, and dreams. Through practical strategies and a unique STAR pathway, Move Forward empowers readers to take control of their lives and create a fulfilling future.

My Diary from 1949

In March 1949, DanguolÄ— RudokaitÄ—-RaudonikienÄ—’s family were among the unfortunate ones who were exiled from Lithuania to the remote settlements of the Soviet Union. Her diary depicts the journey from their beloved homeland to an unfamiliar place in Eastern Siberia through the eyes of an 11-year-old girl. She writes about the horrifying journey on trains used for cattle. These trains did not have any windows. The conditions were gruesome and beyond unsanitary. They were often deprived of food and water for days at a time. DanguolÄ— portrays their journey with lots of emotions: happiness was replaced by fear, joy was replaced by sadness, and hope was replaced by despair. She continued writing her diary for a year, describing events, her feelings, and the life of people in Eastern Siberia. The epilogue is a short summation of the events from the ten years DanguolÄ— spent in Siberia (names, places, and events are authentic). 

My Family, a Cult, and Trump

Having survived 5 years inside a mind control cult as a young adult, Michael Peyton has a unique ability to sniff out the group-think brainwashing tactics employed by today’s liberal political leaders and their mouthpieces in a large portion of the media.

In his debut work My Family, a Cult and Trump, written as equal parts autobiography and political commentary, he explores the shifting ideological and political landscapes of the west, the slowly grasping tentacles of socialism, and how Trump has stepped in at just the right moment.

Exposing everything from the political virtue signaling of a populace guided by misinformation, to the hippie movement of the ’60s and ’70s, and even today’s Black Lives Matter movement, he breaks down the tactics of those seeking to subvert today’s western values and supplant them with the old enemy of socialism. And by the end, he builds his unequivocal case as to why Trump is the most important president in the history of the republic.

My Father Called Me Bobby

"Not only a memoir, but a love letter to rich and memorable relationships that gives hope that there can be sweetness after loss, humor in remembrance, and stories to hold our joys past and present."

– Melissa Febos, author of Whip Smart, Abandon Me, and Girlhood.

My Father Called Me Bobby is an intriguing memoir detailing Bobby’s experiences growing up in an Italian family in the ’50s and exploring the sexual revolution a few decades later. The first-person narrative welcomes readers into his childhood and his initial experiences with God, faith, and religion, all tied in with the influences and antics of his Italian family. His initial decision to join the seminary and become a priest will not come as a surprise. Determined to be a priest, he spends almost four years in the seminary until the sexual revolution of the 60s turns his world upside down and he leaves the Church. He begins to experiment with his sexuality with women and then with men during one of the most infamous times in New York City. His descriptive writing style paints a vivid picture for his readers, allowing them to relive his experiences at his side, maintaining their attention page after page. His relationship with Beryl will warm the hearts of the readers and as events unfold, will shake them to their core. My Father Called Me Bobby will remind readers to live their lives to the fullest – full of love and passion and laughter – and is sure to leave readers enthralled until the very last page.

My Journey Through Hip-Hop

In My Journey Through Hip-Hop, experience the pulsating beats and soulful rhythms of the genre’s history through the lens of a Chicago native. This debut collection chronicles hip-hop’s evolution, from the groundbreaking beats of DJ Kool Herc to the lyrical genius of J. Cole. Seamlessly weaving album titles, song references, and lyrical snippets, this anthology paints a rich tapestry that both celebrates and demystifies one of music’s most dynamic genres. More than just a retelling, each poem dances to the rhythm of hip-hop, blurring the lines between lyrical cadence and poetic structure. Dive in for an immersive experience that educates and resonates, but be warned — this journey comes with its own parental advisory.

My Mameleh: A Memoir

It was late, dark and cold. The little band of travelers were huddled together on the bench of an old train hoping to escape the tightening Nazi noose. Suddenly, they heard the conductor’s loud voice, “Vos papiers, s'il vous plaît!” (Papers, please!). My mother’s identity card had been stamped not once, but twice with the word, “Juif.” She knew that her life and that of her friends now rested in the palms of a stranger, a government official whose job it was to hand them over to the Germans. 

This is one of the many miraculous escapes found throughout this book. It is a story of survival, not just from the Holocaust, but from old world poverty, broken love and a tenuous peace in order to finally achieve the “American Dream.” 

My Observations II

These observations were made during the author’s twenty-five years with Recovery Acres Society, a special care facility for people with drug and alcohol problems. This includes fifteen years as a board member – including six years as board chair – and ten years as executive director. During that time, the facility was able to help hundreds of men, women, and families recover from addictions. It was a real privilege for the author to be a part of the facility and a privilege for him to share these observations with you.

My Rhythm in Life with Hic-Cups

This life story is intended to inspire the reader to start thinking about their own life and how much life means.

A life with tragedy, happiness, and contentment. A journey of endurance and strength, of survival and fulfillment. An “itch” that turned into a two-year commitment with hopes of sharing a life of real stories – with real people – real emotions and real possibilities.

True and amusing stories that will keep you entertained. You will read that you don’t have to be rich, famous or powerful to live a meaningful life. Be the best you can be with family, friends and with others you choose to be with.

My life, the first sixty-nine years.

My Words

Do you suffer from depression? Did you suffer from a distressing childhood? I am here to tell you, my friend, that you are not alone.

You try to catch yourself before you slip but you realize it is too late. I have a long history of depression, and nothing has helped me. As I got older, I had to face it on my own. I learned that I had to start living for myself alone and say no to depression. Figuring myself out and how to treat depression, I caught HIV. It triggered my depression to the extent that I isolated myself in the house for six months and lost everything!

During the time I had with myself, I got to know who I really was. I developed a relationship with God and realized everything was on his time for a reason. I had to find peace within myself to help me cope with my depression. I started writing my feelings out about my life and where it all began. My life has tormented me so much that at times I forget who I am. But I can say I fight every day and admit to what I suffer from, so I can feel comfortable with myself. We all have our problems but never let your problems define who you are as a person. You are loved and you are somebody.

Naked Soccer on the Beach

The wind of change was beginning to blow. And in its wake, stagnation and conformity were being swept aside while creating a fresh and exciting opportunity for a new generation perched on the cusp of release.

Bobby McGuire stood poised and determined to carve out a place for himself and to fully indulge his inquisitive nature. His passion for travel and adventure spurred him onward as he stepped out into the world on his chosen path. With eyes wide open and armed with an indomitable spirit, he never looked back.

How does it feel to walk along the Appian Way through Roman antiquity, stroll through a bustling Arab souk, cross countless miles of burning desert, only to spend the night in a West African jungle, sleeping in a thatched hut? To figuratively stand before the gates of Heaven one day, only to be plunged into the pit of Hell the next. If your curiosity has now been sufficiently stimulated, then step onto these pages and join Bobby McGuire on his journeys through space and time. You’ll be glad you did.

Nanny's Dimes

Josephine was born on February 7th, 1917, in the small village of Little River Harbor, Nova Scotia. Her childhood was spent on the family farm with her five other siblings. There was little money but lots of food and lots of love.

Her life was not always full of happiness. She faced many difficult and sad times, found love and lost love, was gravely ill, and through her faith, she was healed. Josephine was determined to overcome anything that came her way.

She selflessly raised two generations, giving it her all each time. She loved it when the grand, great-grand, and great-great-grandchildren came to visit.

Her faith was very strong. She spent her lifetime attending mass and helping others in need. Her patron saint was the Virgin Mary. So many times, she prayed for her help and always received it. Through God’s grace, she was healed from a serious illness that left her learning to walk again. She was never discouraged and always said that pain was something everyone had to go through to go to heaven.

The dimes that she sent after is a good indication that she indeed made it there.

Nathaniel Clark Smith

If you are interested in learning about a pioneer African American music educator in the United States, then you want to read the story of Nathaniel Clark Smith. Smith was a prolific and charismatic music educator, musician, and composer who lived during the early years of music education history in the United States. His formal training in music was on a military base in Ft. Leavenworth, KS. Extended studies were from Guild Hall in London, England. A college graduate with B.M.A. and M.M degrees, Smith taught music in educational institutions and industries; was a world traveller who performed with the Ernest Hogan Minstrel Troupe; introduced the saxophone to African Americans; composed and published spirituals, marches, operatic songs, a suite, and an unfinished symphony; and hosted a radio broadcast show which was aired all over the Mid-West. He organized bands and out of that, orchestras, choirs, glee clubs and numerous combinations of the voice and instruments were developed. Smith captured the melodies of the countries that he visited in his music compositions.

During his illustrious career, Smith worked with Frederick Douglas, Paul Lawrence Dunbar, Booker T. Washington, Nat King Cole, Lionel Hampton, Milton Hinton, John Phillip Sousa, a young Charlie Parker, and others. His students from the Lincoln High School Band became the nucleus of the big band format of the Mid-West. His Pullman Porter musicians were able to perform at a moment’s notice.

Married with one daughter and the son of an African Sergeant Trumpeter and Indian mother, The Story of Nathaniel Clark Smith is a colourful reading of the times during abolition to the mid depression years in the United States. It is the story of an African-American who survived the challenges of the time to obtain a successful music career, and who helped people to better their lives through music in the Mid-Western and Southern African-American communities of the United States.