Thomas Sinclair Meets the Swamp Fox

A bevy of trouble is coming his way and it looks to be sooner, rather than later!

Little does Thomas know that taking on a job as a courier during a war would lead him into more danger and harrowing experiences than his 15-year-old self could ever imagine!

His questionable future looms ahead of him as a pistol in the hands of his guard jabs him squarely in the back. Who are these two ragtag men who forced him off the back of his horse, Ebony, over an hour ago? Why are they compelling him to trudge along this spongy path through the swamp to who knows where? While the stench and unidentifiable sounds from the marshland frighten him, he is more fearful of the destination. What if they are taking him to a British camp? He has a packet that could possibly seal his fate – a packet that probably has treasonable information! His plans to deliver it are now in peril, and possibly his life!

Time to Spread Wings

The heroes of this magic book were born special: fate gave them wings. And, like any gift from above, these wings determined the destiny of the four friends forever – to be the first to help people in trouble. The heroes act as a team of desperate rescuers, ready for anything and risking their lives for others. Time to Spread Wings is the first book in a trilogy. A stormy whirlwind of events brings the main character Gela either to the high-mountainous Pamir or to the tropical Dominican Republic. She will have to believe in herself, find true friends and go through the difficult path to fight evil.

The fabulous trilogy of adventures of Gela and her friends is an attempt by the young author Gala Dominic to remind the world of the most important things for every person: courage and bravery, friendship and mutualism, kindness, and bright goals. Each of the three books written in the fantasy genre reflects the true values of real people, as it to a great extent resonates with events from the writer’s life.

To Make You Smile

In the pages of To Make You Smile, you’ll discover a delightful collection of 12 humorous short stories and one captivating longer tale that will bring joy and laughter to readers of all ages.

‘Shy Brenda’ is a heartwarming autobiographical account of the author’s childhood in Fergus, Ontario, Canada, during the 1950s and 60s. It follows the journey of a shy little girl as she overcomes her timidity and blossoms into a confident young woman.

‘Arnie’ is a charming short story about an adventurous armadillo who mines for diamonds in the lush forests of Brazil, South America. This tale is sure to delight and entertain.

‘Perkins the Praying Mantis’ is a humorous short story that explores the tender love between Perkins, a mantis preacher, and Mertle Mantis, one of his devoted parishioners.

‘Fustus, The Fly’ offers a whimsical glimpse into the life of a fly, providing a day’s worth of amusing antics and escapades.

‘Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Snails’ takes a humorous approach to exploring the fascinating world of snails, revealing their quirky habits and endearing qualities.

In addition to these, you’ll find several more lighthearted stories that showcase the author’s unique sense of humor, guaranteed to tickle your funny bone and bring a smile to your face.

While this collection is perfect for children and young teens, parents will also find themselves chuckling along with their kids as they follow the hilarious adventures and mishaps of the characters in these short stories.

Why Did the Cheese Cross the Road?

How many ‘wheys’ can cheese make us laugh?

A favorite food around the world, makers of cheese must have learned long ago that their work had a comedic life of its own! This is nowhere more evident than when you unite cheese with word play. For, in addition to being a marvelous product shared by cheeseheads seemingly everywhere, an increasingly valuable by-product of cheese making is whey. Indeed, when you combine cheesey cheese jokes with other word play and mix in some cheesey geography – as I do here to illustrate cheese’s international scope – you find that you soon have a chapter on ‘whey’ itself (not to mention its cousins in the name of cheese humor, ‘way’ and ‘weigh’). So as I serve up the funny side of cheese here, don’t simply “say cheese.” Rather, please remember to let yourself laugh - and laugh lots because one good cheese joke deserves another!

Miss Daisy Weed's Heat Wave Experience

Two Miss Daisy Weed flower fairies appear to love their adventures, traveling around the world at such speed. Their wings ache, and yet always they are helped by wizards and elves but mainly by the fairies that live in Fairy Glen at the bottom of Mr. Hill’s garden. The two Daisy flower fairies send messages through the power of thought, using this incredible gift to help others. Their aim is to create an understanding of wildlife, also flowers and trees. A task made difficult as they experience the dreadful destruction of their planet. Yet, amidst such cruel deeds, there appears always to be some good. The flower fairies never to give up hope, and wherever possible, find humor and love, which they share with their readers. Look close and you too will see them in your gardens.

The Further Adventures of Jelly Bean

Join Jelly Bean in the continuation of her adventures as she seeks solutions to the challenges that confronted her in book 1. Michael, her oldest brother, has dropped out of school and joined the Marines, which usurps much of her parents’ attention. Kylie, the new girl in school, faces a medical emergency. And Jelly Bean is still forbidden from going to her best friend’s house. She has to decide how to deal with these dilemmas and more. Along the way she learns about love, death, pain, relationships, the difference between right and wrong and the value of friendship. See the world through the eyes of this forthright fourth-grader as she discovers two truths about life – that it is always complicated, and always changing.

Welcome to My Life

Twelve-year-old Victoria thought changing schools would be the hardest part of her year. Moving away from everything familiar was tough enough for someone who sits in the same spot on the bus every day and panics at family gatherings. But when she catches the eye of her crush, her world transforms in ways she never expected.

For a moment, life seems perfect. But middle school can turn on a dime. As Victoria navigates first love, shifting friendships, and mounting anxiety, her carefully ordered world begins to unravel. When darkness threatens to overwhelm her, she’ll need to find strength she never knew she had – and learn that sometimes the bravest thing you can do is ask for help.

A debut novella based on a true story about anxiety, friendship, first love, and finding your voice when it feels like the whole world has gone quiet.

Sincerely

Reign Williams Jr. has spent her life preparing to lead the family company, yet behind her achievements lies a haunting inner battle that leaves her questioning her place in the world. Ezra Hamilton, who was once the embodiment of joy, now isolates himself and refuses treatment as his illness consumes him. When their paths cross at the hospital, Reign and Ezra find unexpected solace in each other’s struggles.

Despite their vastly different backgrounds, an unlikely bond forms. When they discover Ezra’s bucket list, filled with memories he longs to relive, they set out on an exhilarating journey to complete it together. From adrenaline-filled adventures to resolving old conflicts, they confront the painful truths of their lives and face the fears that have held them back.

As they embrace the beauty and fragility of life, can Reign overcome her inner demons and find peace with those who hurt her? Will Ezra let go of his fear of regret and truly begin to live, even as his illness progresses? And as cancer threatens to cut their journey short, will they find the strength to keep moving forward when giving up seems inevitable?

A Band Done

Imagine three unique high school friends brought together by their shared dream of starting a rock band. It’s the early 1960s, and with The Beatles’ influence sweeping the world, they decide to give it a try. But when they recruit an outsider to complete the band, chaos is quick to follow. Fights break out, trust is betrayed, and a high school romance complicates matters even further – leading to murder. But who is the killer?

As tensions rise and secrets unravel, a cunning city cop takes on the case. Can he piece together the truth, or will the mystery remain unsolved?

Drawing from his own years of playing in bands, Jim weaves a gripping and fast-paced story full of twists and intrigue. With a mix of short and long chapters and Beatles’ song titles cleverly interwoven throughout, this is a story you won’t want to put down. Will you spot all the hidden references?

Diligently Screaming: A Mage Within

For 9,000 years, a great and terrible evil plagued the lands…
A boy charged with murder…
And a forbidden love…

Luminous, a half-breed, finds himself thrown into a world of chaos and ruin, alienated by a world of prejudice in an age dominated by mages of immense power. Infatuated with an elven maiden, Aurora, she becomes his only light and shows him the true meaning of his existence.

When Tarethiel falls under attack, the Legacy Stone, a sacred jewel of untold power, suddenly vanishes. Now Luminous and Aurora must fight their way through traps, beasts, and a host of enemies in this ultimate race against time – the battle between good and evil.

Travel through a fabulous world of genuine beauty and experience a wide range of emotions as you read an enthralling tale of love, loss, and triumph. From feelings of excitement and affection to shock, fear, and yes, even joy, you’ll find yourself lost in the pages, laughing along while embarking on a splendid journey of hope and wonder.

Prince Mizar

Long ago, in the country of Romania, there lived a Count and a Countess who couldn’t have any children. However, when their son, Prince Mizael, was born, they were overjoyed. But their happiness was short-lived when their son gets cursed by an evil vampire count and was taken to be raised in his castle.

When the distraught parents discovered that their son was missing, they sent out search parties to find him. When these efforts failed, it fell to a brave young girl named Mina Westerna to take up the quest. Entering a forbidden wood, Mina hears a hauntingly beautiful singing voice and follows it, only to find that it belongs to a man named Mizar. The two quickly grow close and fall in love.

But Mina soon uncovers a shocking truth: Mizar is actually the missing Prince Mizael. As she and her friends Gabriel, Harker, and Abraham prepare to face three powerful vampires to rescue him, Mina realizes the stakes are higher than ever. Can Mina save Prince Mizael before it’s too late?

Seeing Eye to Eye

Lucy is determined to move on after the most embarrassing night of her life. Hayden is quietly grappling with his pain as his family adjusts to a new normal. Together with their best friends – Callie, Mairo, and Nolan – they’re starting summer school to get a head start on the challenges of high school.

But as they navigate this pivotal summer, they begin to realize that sometimes, the hardest part of growing up is seeing what’s been right in front of you all along.