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Florida is famous for sunshine, beaches, theme parks, and palm trees. But that's only the beginning.Florida, Really? takes readers beyond the postcards and into the wonderfully unusual side of the Sun...

Some historians refer to the USA 1990’s or Nineties as the “Prosperity and Conflict Decade”. It was a time with prosperity, a presidential scandal, signs of the conflicts to come with the first ...

At the seashore, Léa picked up a big seashell and put it to her ear. She loved to hear the echo of the ocean’s roar. Suddenly, the shell whispered one word, "Mermaid." Léa found herself swimming a...

A powerful and immersive blend of science fantasy and historical inspiration, weaving together themes of empire, identity, forbidden love, and the fragile balance between peace and conflict.On the pla...

Abram was the tenth descendant of Noah. God called Abram to leave his home and go to a new land that God would show Him.

Welcome to a world where the Department of Magical Affairs requires wizards to have proper licensing, where dragons must submit their hoarding activities for annual tax review, and where even the most...

Killer Shadows invade Des Moines! May in springtime. The lilacs are blooming, the grass is green... and death lurks in the shadows. After Homicide detective Harry Reznik is called to the scene of...

Around 500 BC, the earliest map of the world was carved on a clay tablet that has turned into stone. It was found in Babylon and shows land with cities surrounded by a river.

Written with great attention to detail, putting the reader solidly in John’s shoes.Cleverly Written, Dynamic Story TellingThis short-story collection depicts growing up in 1960s Detroit, capturing t...

As a child, Christmas was a time of wonder for me. School was closed. Sledding, hot chocolate, decorations, and social gatherings were the order of the day. Finally, on early Christmas morning, I woul...

From the beauty of a pleasant family setting, Maxi Obinna glided through the corporate and business world so seamlessly – even while being surrounded by religious and irreligious friends and neighbo...

What is love for kids? Love is hard to explain. It’s a feeling of caring no matter what happens. When you see someone or else someone sees you and a happy dance breaks out, that’s love! When someo...