The Squirrel and the Acorns

In this heartening Clarke Fable, your child will learn that courage reaps rewards.

One little baby squirrel remains in the nest. As the story unfolds, the young squirrel must learn to overcome his fear of leaving the safety of his snug home.

Will he have the courage? What might be his reward? Find out as you read this sweet tale. Be sure to look for the blue jay that appears on each page.

Black Swan Shock

Marla Case, an elite Olympic-bound athlete, finds her devotion to competition fading and chooses to step away. She considers becoming a medical responder and learns about the profession from a paramedic friend. Before committing to the rescue service, Marla accompanies her mother on an academic tour that ends abruptly when a massive earthquake strikes. The athlete reacts to save victims with her physical skills and newly acquired understanding of some emergency medical actions. She becomes a beacon of hope for the citizens of St. Louis, Missouri. However, personal tragedy affects Marla, as well, and she struggles to find catharsis herself. Black Swan Shock is the second book in Vettori’s Black Swan trilogy, although each of the three books can be read independently.

The first novel, Black Swan Impact, is a sci-fi political thriller that takes place in 2113. Having recovered from the devastation of World War III and reaching new scientific advancements, people believe only prosperity lies ahead until an emerging deadly pandemic threatens all of humanity. Dr. Syia (Sī-yuh) Case, National Institutes of Health Director of Epidemiology, is invited to advise US President Daniel Piper and the White House Crisis Action Team to try to mitigate the threat. Actions required to protect US citizens from the lethal virus become increasingly challenging. However, when Piper steers the country toward questionable courses, Dr. Case and the strident voices on the task force find there is more than a virulent virus to fight.

Black Swan Terror will round out the series.

Strangers and Friends

He was called a rhymer the first time he stood at an open mic.

Not mockingly – that was simply who he was and what he mistakenly believed was every poet’s way. But rhymers were rare then, and they remain so today.

Gentry’s only argument against free verse is that it has become the dominant voice, leaving few to march to a different beat. In this collection, he invites you to join him as he rhymes and meters against the tide, weaving tales where strangers are stranger than they seem, and true friends are all too few.

Seven Recipes for Success in Business – 2nd Edition

Quality customer service is not a difficult concept to understand. In fact, when applied correctly, it is one of the simplest and most effective aspects of business.

How many times have you asked yourself what went wrong with a customer interaction? Have you ever felt frustrated by the size of your commission or the lack of referrals? Many so-called customer service professionals fail every day when dealing with the public, often because they lack essential customer service skills.

Within these pages, through the fictional lives of Eric, Jamie, Mr. Smith, and Mr. Sternhaven, you will embark on a journey that highlights both the good and bad sides of customer service. The story reveals what happens when professionals lose focus on what truly matters for success.

We all strive to be the best at what we do, but in the process, we sometimes forget why we are there. Losing sight of the most important factor, the customer, weakens our ability to build lasting relationships. When we prioritize the customer’s needs, we reshape how they perceive us and increase their willingness to do business with us.

If you are ready to take your customer service skills to the next level, your journey starts here. Are you ready to begin?

Doketo: The 1960s Story of a Thoroughbred Racehorse

This story is about a thoroughbred racehorse named Doketo, who was owned and trained by the person telling the story. Doketo was a good racehorse, though not exceptional as he might have you believe. However, as the racetrack saying goes, he was better than an empty stall.

Life is like that. Friends and associates may not be exactly what you want, but in a very real sense, they can still be better than an empty stall. Doketo’s eventual owner learned this lesson as a 20-year-old boxer competing in the fiercely contested featherweight division of the 1954 Golden Gloves, where winners qualified for the Pan American Games.

The late veteran boxing judge Billy Oaths believed the young fighter had a strong chance of winning his division. His confidence came from the boxer’s previous bout, a stunning televised victory over a top-ranked U.S. featherweight in the opponent’s hometown just three months earlier. As the young boxer climbed the steps to the ring for his first Golden Gloves match before a large crowd, Billy called out, ‘C’mon, let’s get the ball rolling!’ The boxer, full of confidence, shouted back, ‘Don’t worry, Billy. This won’t last long.’

And it didn’t.

The referee stopped the fight in the first round, awarding a TKO win to the boxer’s opponent. While disappointed, Billy would likely have summed it up with the same racetrack wisdom: his boxer and Doketo were both better than an empty stall.

Deception

Shapeshifters…

Blood Drinkers…

Demons…

The people of Shoyendo share an inhuman power. Survival and strength mean everything. Each moment of their lives is a test to prove themselves superior.

The people of Earth share an interest. Expansion and conquest are second nature. Each second is a competition to gain anything and everything within their grasp.

For untold millennia, demons and humans have crossed the boundary between their worlds, uncertain how to return. New cultures, new technologies, and new legends develop and spread: yet on Earth, legends are all that remain. Few humans remember Shoyendo’s existence, and they have taken charge of ensuring the rest of Earth remains ignorant.

But with knowledge comes opportunity.

Hands in the dark pull at the strings of fate, each moving for their own interests: demons blinded by pride, humans blinded by greed. Can there be peaceful coexistence, or will their differences prove too great?

Creature Comforts at Your Fingertips

To Children: Can making playful shapes with your hands – shapes that look like your favorite furry animal friends – really help you relax? Yes, they can! Creature Comforts at Your Fingertips invites you to use your own hands to mimic animals in the wild, turning simple movements into a fun and calming adventure.

By imitating animal shapes and gestures, you’ll learn how to focus, feel better when you’re upset, and discover just how powerful your imagination can be. When you care for yourself in this way, you unlock your very own superpowers! These feel-good emotions are like little gifts from nature, waiting to be unwrapped. Come play, learn, and fall in love with your own good nature.

To Parents, Teachers, and Caregivers: Creature Comforts at Your Fingertips introduces children to self-soothing techniques through imaginative play. By mimicking animal shapes using simple hand poses (mudras), children activate acupressure points that help release tension and difficult emotions.

These playful hand movements are paired with descriptive, child-friendly visualizations that encourage emotional awareness, focus, and resilience. Through this process, children build emotional intelligence, develop empowered self-care skills, and nurture a healthy relationship with themselves and others.

This book offers a unique and accessible approach to well-being, encouraging children to explore the natural world and their inner world through the joyful language of movement, imagination, and self-kindness.

Winning Resumes

Craft a compelling resume that gets noticed! Winning Resumes is your ultimate guide to creating a standout job application. Learn the art of resume writing, understand what recruiters look for, and access valuable resources, sample resumes, and expert advice. Plus, get free resume reviews!

Inside, you’ll discover:

• Step-by-step resume writing strategies
• Proven techniques to showcase skills and achievements
• How to tailor your resume to your dream job
• Key words, skills, and attributes to include~
• Real-life scenarios and sample resumes for inspiration
• Expert tips to avoid common mistakes

Boost your chances of landing your dream job with this comprehensive and practical handbook. Perfect for new graduates and professionals looking to:

• Create      a strong first impression
• Stand      out in a competitive job market
• Increase      interview invitations
• Advance      their career

Get ready to transform your job search with Winning Resumes!

The Holy Family of Nazareth and the Christian Family Today

In a world where family values are increasingly challenged, this profound work bridges the sacred past and the modern present. The Holy Family of Nazareth and the Christian Family Today delves into the life of the Holy Family of Nazareth – Saint Joseph, the Virgin Mary, and Jesus Christ – offering a richly detailed portrait of their simple life, profound humility, and unwavering faith. By placing the Holy Family within their familial, social, and religious context of their time, the book reveals the human, humble, and poor life they led – a life marked by deep attentiveness to God and steadfast obedience to His divine will.

Through biblical narratives, theological reflections, and historical context, the author demonstrates how the Holy Family’s experiences resonate deeply with our own. Jesus was a man among men, similar to us in everything except sin. His education was not abstract or theoretical but actual and real, shaped by real events like the flight into Egypt, the boy Jesus in the temple, and three decades of quiet family life characterized by His obedience to His parents. These moments provide living proof of a faith-filled upbringing, underscoring how humility and listening to God profoundly influenced His public ministry.

This work is divided into three parts: the daily life and divine calling of the Holy Family, the impact of Jesus’ upbringing on His mission, and the application of their timeless example to the modern challenges faced by Christian families. Whether addressing secularism, fractured faith, or the trials of contemporary life, this book invites families to seek patience, peace, and unity by turning to the Holy Family as a model and guide.

With wisdom and compassion, this timeless book reminds us that the lessons of Nazareth remain as relevant today as ever. Whether you seek to deepen your spiritual understanding or strengthen your family bonds, this work offers an inspiring and practical roadmap for navigating the complexities of life with love, faith, and grace while remaining anchored in divine truths.

By H. E. Bishop Sélim Sayegh, Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem.

More Than Survive

Michelle Davis, another victim of Eric Wyler’s torment, finally tells her story. She may seem awkward and quiet to most, but she possesses a hidden strength that allows her to fight for what she believes is right, even under the most trying circumstances.

Although a dark turn of events soon follows as she attempts something that none of The Nothings of the school would ever even fathom: putting an end to Eric’s reign of terror. The real question is: will she be able to pull it off and what obstacles will leap in her path during this bold endeavour?

Little Rainbow has the Wrong Colors

Have you ever wondered what happens up in the sky when a rainbow appears?

Little Rainbow wants to shine bright, but something isn’t quite right – her colors are all mixed up! How can she find the perfect hues to complete the rainbow?

Join Little Rainbow on a magical adventure through the sky, where she discovers the secret to becoming a true rainbow.

Phoenix Rising: My Journey with Bipolar Disorder

Sometimes, in the midst or in the immediate aftermath of the symptoms of bipolar disorder, it can feel as if one’s life is on fire. From the raging highs of mania to the desperate lows of deep depression, and every single difficult-to-discuss characteristic in between, this illness can be extremely destructive. The imagery of a phoenix is the perfect metaphor for someone touched by these unquenchable flames.

This publication is a contribution to the conversation about mental health. It’s another story. It’s another voice. It’s an attempt to get these issues out of the shadows. It’s an effort to make it okay to talk about symptoms like dark intrusive thoughts, hyper-sexuality, and the anguish of suicidal ideation, along with countless other manifestations. It strives to chip away at secrecy and shame, which can surround these topics.

This book is meant to serve as a tool for openness and hope. Remember, the phoenix always rises from the ashes. Keep rising!