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After Jenny’s dreams collapse after her husband confronts powerful city elites, she’s left reeling from loss. A near-death experience forces her to face a bleak future. Can she find hope as darkness closes in?Meanwhile, Drew has hidden his true feelings for years, caught between loyalty and longing. After pursuing a counterfeit happily ever after, he realizes the love he buried for Jenny is the one that truly matters.As they navigate a storm of emotions and unexpected twists, can Drew and Jenny reclaim the love fate denied them? This poignant romance explores second chances and the complexities of life, perfect for fans of firefighter stories and clean romance. Join Drew and Jenny on the...

Drew O'Malley grapples with a haunting regret: he never spoke up about his feelings for the girl who got away. After fifteen years of secretly pining while watching his two best friends find love, he’s exhausted from fleeting one-night stands that leave him feeling emptier than ever. A near-death experience in the line of duty sparks a change in him, pushing him to seek out his own happily ever after.When he finally starts a promising new relationship with a beautiful woman, hope fills his heart. Yet, as his close friend—now a detective—grows distant due to a mysterious investigation, Drew’s fears deepen. The dangerous case threatens their tight-knit circle, and he struggles to keep ...

This story is about a boy named Drake who learns a valuable lesson from an unexpected tummy ache. We usually think being sick is a bad thing, something we just want to get over. You just wanna feel better and go back to doing the things you love. But what if those unexpected painful feelings led you to discover a hidden strength inside yourself, a newfound kindness you never knew you had? In this story that I wrote, Drake learns a valuable lesson from a surprising source — a burp! Kindly check out my website for full story! — www.instantai.pro

 

Lakshmi P. Ganapathy's debut poetry collection, When the crimson leaves fall, poetically explores love,heartbreak, healing, hope, letting go, overcoming pain, self-love, and inner strength, emphasizing the importance of a positive outlook and confidently moving forward.

In the ordinary moments of our lives, we often find extraordinary stories waiting to be discovered. "Reflections: Echoes and Whispers" is one such tale, a vivid mirror held up to the small compound where seemingly routine days take a twist into the realm of the unexpected.Nestled within this humble abode are characters as diverse as the colours of the rainbow: Aba Mansa, whose wisdom balances the chaos; Auntie Araba, a mother whose love knows no bounds; Antobam, the mischievous agent of mayhem; and Lady Z, the enigmatic neighbour with secrets untold.These characters are about to embark on a journey through misunderstandings, confrontations, and the occasional revelation. In the tapestry of l...

England - the largest country in the United Kingdom, occupying more than half of the island of Great Britain. A place of mystery and enchantment. What adventures would the Liddell and Felton children have in this land of rich history, lakes, mountains, and ancient ruins?

Growing up is hard. In a military family, it is even harder. Expectations are high and standards even higher. For Roy, the oldest, and his twin brothers, Bob and Bill, they find their summer adventure challenging with danger, intrigue, a new enemy, and a little sailing thrown in.

The Giacomo family started immigrating to the United States in the late 19th century, some of them coming through Ellis Island.

Members of the family came to Oklahoma to work in the coal mines and stayed for the beautiful country and wonderful people.

A family history is told through the food it cooks. This is an Italian family cookbook with a country and Oklahoma flare.

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Jackson MacKenzie’s life is about to change. After retiring a second time, the Marine Corps general takes his wife on an ocean adventure as a homecoming to renew their marriage vows. But he never expected what would happen next. He finds himself hip-deep in international intrigue. Who is after him? The Russian GRU, the FSB, maybe even someone closer to home. Will he be able to save his family, his friends, and himself? Or will the villains defeat him in the end? And he joins the fallen at Arlington.

Second Lieutenant Tyler "Ty" Carter embarks on his first test as an officer in the jungles of Vietnam. As fate delivers its first brutal blow, he finds himself wounded. Courageously battling through physical and emotional obstacles, he struggles to reclaim his rightful place in the Army ranks. Destiny's twisted hand plays the joker, thrusting him back into the Vietnam War, where his mettle as a leader comes under a fiery crucible of death and destruction. At the end, he is faced with a make-or-break choice that will define his destiny forever.

The year is 1969. U.S. Army Major Chris Patterson receives his orders for Vietnam. A conflict that has been raging since 1954. Even after a personal tragedy, Chris goes to war. Again. He throws himself into his duty, fighting within himself about losing men and friends. Including one lost, found, and lost again, best friends from their West Point days. They become ravaged by a war that changes them forever. Will their bond survive what Vietnam took away?

Major Frank Howard. Doctor. Surgeon. Army officer. 1971. At the 95th Evacuation Hospital, Da Nang, South Vietnam, he learns there is a difference in the moral code of war and peace. A conflict between a doctor’s Hippocratic Oath and his duty as a soldier. To allow some to live while others die. A balance depending on varying factors. Would he lose his soul, trying to live with his wartime decisions, stuck between the fluctuating moral compass of the military and civilian world?

Award Winning Novel - Third Place - The BookFest Awards Fall 2023 - War and Military.Cathy Alexander’s journey began with a dream of becoming a doctor, but when she joined the Army and was sent to Vietnam, her dream quickly becomes a nightmare. As a nurse at the 95th Evac Hospital, she witnesses the brutal realities of war. She perseveres and graduates from medical school. Despite her achievements, the Vietnam War left a lasting mark on her psyche. She must confront the memories she’s been trying to forget. Will she overcome her past and find a way to move forward?"Angel’s book is a vivid depiction of the horrors of war. You find yourself drawn in from the very first page. Her characte...

Duty. Honor. Country. The motto by which Major Harry Russell lived as a United States Army Special Forces officer. How does he move forward when his entire life has been turned on its head? Everything Harry worked toward all his life is gone. Gone like his foot in a nighttime mortar attack. Gone like his career since the Army kicked him out as worthless dead weight. Gone like his friends, missing on a secret mission. All he has now is himself. And as a Vietnam veteran, that may not be enough.

Duty – Service – Love of country – Honor – Dreams – Family. Those words mean everything to young Michael “Mikey” Roberts. From a small Kansas town, Mikey wants to find his path in life. To accomplish that he joins the United States Army. During his first tour of duty in Vietnam, he found his path…medicine. He became a Special Forces medic. However, in war that path can fork many times. Sometimes for the better, sometimes for the worst. Mikey finds more horror than he expected and learns more about life than he ever wanted to know

USMC Camp Pendleton, 1951. Jackson Joseph MacKenzie, a seventeen-year-old with a calling, enlists in the US Army. He finds himself hip-deep in the muddy trenches, machine gun nests, human wave attacks, and artillery barrages in the Korean War. Does he have the resiliency to keep moving toward his dream after watching his friends die? Is he a leader or a follower? Will he fold under pressure? Or rise to the top? Questions he must answer before reaching for that coveted prize, an appointment to West Point.

Award Winning Novel - Second Place - The BookFest Awards Spring 2023 - War and Military

Born into a well-off but strict family, eighteen-year-old Dakota Blackwater doesn’t appreciate his father’s plan for him. He wants to find his path through life and chase his own dreams. Instead of taking the easy road, he rebels, enlists in the US Army, and goes to war in a place foreign to him – Vietnam. He finds this choice may be the more difficult one, learning the pain of death, not only of his friends but his own hands. Will he keep his morality or slide down the rabbit hole of hate?

Danger lurks in the shadows, an unseen threat poised to strike at Colonel Jackson MacKenzie, his friends, and the heart of the American way of life. Once a decorated soldier, MacKenzie’s world was torn apart when a betrayal cost him his honor, his career, and his freedom. Now disgraced and living in the margins, he struggles to rebuild the pieces of his life while grappling with the ghosts of his past.But when a sinister conspiracy surfaces, endangering everything he holds dear, MacKenzie finds himself pulled back into a fight he didn’t choose but cannot ignore. His friends are counting on him, his country needs him, and his own survival hangs in the balance. With enemies lurking around ...

Award Winning Novel - Third Place - The BookFest Awards Spring 2023 - War and MilitaryWAR – What becomes of the soldiers who fight them?Do they go home and ride off into the sunset? Do they return to their families and have a normal life? Or are they left to fight another battle alone in an unseen, internal conflict—grappling with the horrible memories of a war no one wanted?Wars leave scars on the body and deep within the soul. So do words. Labeled with epithets like “baby killer” and “murderer,” too many veterans are abandoned or mistreated by the very system they swore to protect—sometimes at the cost of their lives.Lt. Colonel Jackson MacKenzie is one of those men. Having s...

In the heart of the Vietnam War, amidst the chaos and uncertainty, the 85th Evacuation Hospital at Phu Bai stood as a beacon of hope and healing. Within its walls, a tapestry of bravery, resilience, and camaraderie unfolded, woven by the hands and hearts of the men and women who served there.This anthology captures the essence of life at the 85th Evacuation Hospital—the triumphs, the tragedies, and the enduring bonds forged in the crucible of war. Tales of the 85th Evacuation Hospital is a testament to the indomitable spirit of those who answered the call of duty and forever shaped the legacy of the 85th Evacuation Hospital.Journey alongside these remarkable individuals as they recount the...

Award-winning novel - Third Place - The BookFest Awards Fall 2022The Jackson MacKenzie Chronicles: In the Eye of the Storm is not just a tale of action and suspense. It is a deep dive into the psyche of a man who must confront not only external threats but also his inner demons. War doesn’t just change the world—it changes the men who fight it. For Lt. Colonel Jackson Joseph MacKenzie, the battles he fought left scars far deeper than the ones on his body.Dive into this heart-pounding adventure with Lt. Colonel Jackson MacKenzie, a seasoned U.S. Army Special Forces officer with a knack for finding trouble or, perhaps, trouble’s knack for finding him during the Vietnam War. In “In the ...

“The plot, characters, and interaction, between the boys and the adults are all things editors look for.” -Heacock Literary AgencyIf you found a novel substance no one ever heard of & would guarantee instant success, would you use it? Would using it in a high school track meet be cheating, illegal? It’s a game changer. If you found a substance that no one in the world knew about and would absolutely guarantee you success and a bright future, would you use it? Is it legal? Would it be cheating if you used it in a track meet? No one really knows--and no one can know. It`s an experimental synthetic substance, a blob, and close enough to magic for two high school boys. B...

CANADA BOOK AWARD WINNER “Suspenseful” “Intriguing” “Great read” ‘Hard to put down.” “Frightening!” “Excellent!”4.0 out of 5 stars "A rollicking tale of crime & action! – Christina Hoag author of ‘The Blood Room’ & ‘Law of the Jungle’The polar vortex has grown stronger with every winter, ravaging northern cities, and forcing an evacuation of a major city until springtime. Firefighter Captain Jack Sellars and his men are contracted to protect the city with one mandate: don't let the city burn down. With no power or gas, and all the citizens gone, what could possibly happen? But when an SUV flips over on a snowy freeway with a body, an AK-47, and diamo...

"A sharp and witty read for anyone who wants to be pushed a little out of their comfort zone!” - 4.0 of 5 stars Lansdowne School E. M, teacherIf your pet was poisoned, how far would you go to get payback? Evens Duluce, a small ambitious Haitian boy, knows the man who poisoned Scraps, his dog, but can do little about it. He vows to get even somehow, someway. Unfortunately, no magic wands, incantations, or friendly creatures can help. He's not sure how to get even for the dog’s death until he stumbles upon the dark secret of the high school bully, Algie. Evens, in grade ten and much too small to physically confront Algie, must control him somehow. Handling the walking, talking slab of meat...

Author Shout - Honorable Mention award 2023 

4.0 out of 5 stars “A rollicking tale of crime & action!” – Christina Hoag author of ‘The Blood Room’

Do you have a bully in your neighborhood? A squatter you can’t get rid of? When the courts and police can’t—or won’t—help, there’s little you can do. Unless you know Ritchie and Arlan. They’re the bad kinda good. They can do the job fast and without any comebacks—until now.

Clashing with gang-bangers was not in the plan. In a dangerous twist of irony, there is no one they can call to rid them of that problem. It will be a one shot attempt where failure is not an option.

2024 International  Fire Bird Book Award Winner “A spellbinding juvenile mystery novel that is sheer magic." - Michele Rooney Literary Agency“…I was charmed by Archie.” – The Rights FactoryYoung Archie Crane shines shoes on the mean streets of a tough blue-collar town amidst ex-cons, drunks, and dirty cops. He hates his transplanted town, his new school, and most of all the frightening Boogy—a big Neanderthal misfit who wants his shoeshine spot. When someone drops a stolen gold coin, a British Sovereign, in his money can Archie is thrown into a world of trouble where everyone catches gold fever. Turning the gold into cash for bus ticket money to see his estranged father...