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After the surprising ending to the author''s previous book I Brag, many have wondered what happens next. "She can''t just be left broken-hearted! Will she keep bragging?""Yes! I did and I still do," says author Annie Chau. This is the next installment in her Brag series, detailing year three of her post-divorce adventures in Manhattan. She explores the concept of dating, beyond what the common idea of dating means.Her experiences with new people add needed laughter to her story, while the return of old flames brings her closer yet to the promise of a new future.As for the characters in her life, The Walker, with his hilarious and frustrating antics, will make readers wonder if it''s possible for such a man to exist. The Runner, aka Italian Stallion, ropes the author into Round Four, but solicits a different outcome this time. And unexpectedly, The Ram returns and redirects the course of her life once again.About the Author: Originally from the San Francisco Bay area, Annie Chau has lived and worked in Manhattan for several years. Her next book is I Brag ... Some More. Girls, Goddesses, and a Chinese Lady. This book takes a break from the men, and pays tribute instead to the women who have made an impact on her life.Publisher''s website: http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/IBragAgain.html

Listen to the rhythm of modern Jamaica as you read the dynamic poetry in The Heart and Soul of Jamaica.Sway with the beat of words in this compilation of poetry, telling the stories of people who make up Jamaican society. There are poems about wealth, poverty, sickness and health, dreams, and religion. Stories are woven about family life, the workplace, envy and jealousy, and the playfulness of children. All combine to make up the rhythm of Jamaican life.The poem "Shattered Dreams" describes teenage pregnancy and the resulting shelving of ambitious plans. "Take Control" chides a young man for not taking advantage of current opportunities, while he instead thinks of the past."The Rastaman" tells of one of the most controversial groups in society. Many are well educated and they use music and lyrics to tell their stories about what is happening around them.No story about Jamaica would be complete without reference to its natural beauty and the hospitality of its people. Listen carefully to The Heart and Soul of Jamaica.The grandmother of four, mebsPicasso of Kingston is a retired registered nurse/midwife who has spent most of her life in Jamaica. She has lived and studied nursing in the United Kingdom and lived briefly in the United States.

The novel Fermosa-Rosales is the saga of a family during three generations, beginning in the latter part of the 15th century. Fermosa was all of twenty-six when she left her beloved Toledo, Spain, with her two children. The year was 1492 when the edict of expulsion for Jews was published. The family traveled west on the Camino Real, the long road to Portugal, encountering hardships and dangers along the way. She finds love in Portugal with Fernando, whose support she greatly needs when her son dies. They leave after five years when the king orders all Jews converted or expelled. A ship takes them through the pirate-infested waters of the Mediterranean to Tlemcen, where they make their new home. Fermosa's daughter, Blanca, marries there. When the Spanish armada threatens to invade the town, they leave for Istanbul. Though their ship is wrecked in Crete, the family is able to journey to Venice. After being ordered to live in the city's newly built ghetto, the family leaves for Pinsk, Russia, where Fermosa dies. Her grandson, Benjamin, tells the family's one-hundred-year history that mainly comes from his grandmother's diary. He sees the family finally settled in Vilna, Poland. The amazing journey of one family seeking a home where they would not be persecuted is told in unflinching terms in Fermosa-Rosales: An Endless Road.Dr. Alex Bloch earned his Ph.D. in history and taught in this field after a career in engineering and management. His publications cover all these disciplines. During the past eight years he has written several novels. This is his fourth.

As the title reflects, this nonfiction book is an expression of thoughts and ideas mirroring the environment and our experiences. Although these thoughts originated in India, they are universal in nature and represent an outpouring of emotions, thoughts, facts, imaginations, and sensitivities at different levels.Bouquet of Brain Waves throws light on universal bonding, the essence that binds us with everything around to make us feel one with matter, animals and people.The author talks about the simplicity of children and education, in contrast to the present complex system that complicates a child's mind, and shows concern for animals in our man-dominated nature.She reflects on the practical importance of English as a global language, yet her imagination longs to surge into space and its celestial bodies to discover the awe-inspiring spirit of the universe.The poetry reaches the practical as well as the most sensitive areas of life, nature, and the absurdities of living, and the attitude of society toward the female (The divine Devi!) is perfectly portrayed in its perverted form.The author does not try to teach, but in the process, the reader invariably realises the hidden sensitivities, blurred values, changed environment, unavoidable practicalities, and the urge of imaginations that complete our learning in life and nature.Author Bio:A retired teacher, Sumathi Kulkarni lives in India. "The unique characteristic of my country is its multiplicity of culture, language, and religion that bonds its people to weave into a spiritually beautiful nation. It is rich in its heritage spread throughout the length and breadth of its land. One life is insufficient to understand its beauty of existence."

Rebecca is a young girl about to celebrate her seventh birthday. One night, after seeing a shooting star, she makes a wish, hoping that magical fairies would attend her party. Quite surprisingly, one of them does; but when Rebecca's mischievous and misbehaving friend Michael cruelly crushes a butterfly, it turns out to be the Supreme Fairy Queen Samantha. Suddenly Rebecca and Michael, along with their friends Fredericka and Zeb, are transported into a magical land where time stands still. There they have many adventures and enlist the help of some native bush animals to try and teach Michael a lesson about being so cruel to harmless creatures. Michael refuses to see the errors of his ways and is made to stand trial for inflicting such damage on the Fairy Queen, whose job it is to maintain balance in the universe. Eventually Michael meets the Wonambee, a strange and mystical snake who shows him the errors of his ways. Now that Michael has finally repented, the children must set out to somehow heal the Fairy Queen and find their way back to their own world. Rhonda Hillyer spent most of her life in Sydney, Australia. Now retired after a successful career as an accountant, she lives in a small remote village, surrounded by national parks on the Central Coast of New South Wales. The beauty of the national parks formed the inspiration for this story. When she is not writing, Rhonda enjoys hiking in nature and practicing taekwondo, a martial art in which she holds a third degree black belt. Publisher's website: http://sbpra.com/RhondaHillyer

Fear overwhelms Ferdinand Golke, having been charged with treason for deserting the military at the peak of the war. The young Polish boy''s only hope of escaping death by firing squad is to flee west. Trapped in the Russian Zone takes readers back to Ferdinand''s childhood and the peaceful times before World War II began. Due to the Hitler/Stalin agreement in 1939, the Golke children are among hundreds taken from their parents and detained in a camp in western Poland, where they experience hunger, cold and depravation. The infamous "resettlement" continues throughout the escalating war.In 1944, fifteen year old Ferdinand is drafted into the military. After inhumane treatment, he flees his unit without leave, is caught, and charged within hours of his escape. While awaiting trial, Ferdinand has a weighty decision to make.Based on true events, eight members of the Golke family slip through a gated border point, where escapees were routinely hunted down by dogs and shot. This amazing tale of love, hope, and survival against all odds, makes the war years come alive at a time when most survivors are no longer here to tell their stories.About the Author: Lorena Lefor Golke lives in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. "As the years pass, more and more of these touching accounts pass away. Soon nothing more will be added to this significant time in history. Like a hidden treasure, this true story was buried in the heart of a man for over seventy years, coming to light now for the very first time."Publisher''s website: http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/TrappedInTheRussianZone.html

My Pen Speaks is a collection of rhythmic thoughts, observations and life experiences brought together in a powerful reflection of free-form poetry. Resonating with power, passion and conviction, these poems show Patrice Watley-Williams'' focus on paying it forward.We often think that the only ones that need us are the less fortunate. This is far from the truth. With success comes negativity and hardship, which can turn the triumph to loneliness and often misery. The poet welcomes the reader to share the joys as well as the hardships of her life, to learn to love and embrace the trials as well as successes, and to realize that no matter how dark things may seem, we are never alone in our experiences. "In a world filled with struggles, your book gives people a chance to step away from their own challenges and remember that life can be simple and good. People who read it will not only celebrate...but may become motivated to follow a few dreams of their own." Silas "SiMan Baby" Alexander, Radio Personality"Real, relevant and refreshing are just some of the thoughts that come to mind when describing My Pen Speaks. This book is without question some of author Patrice Watley-Williams'' best work to date and displays her special gift of communicating her thoughts and experiences to attract a diverse audience. We truly love this book." Grafted By Grace, Contemporary Christian Recording Artists "Lose yourself for a moment, flash back and reflect on the words and their true meaning, realizing the true spirit and passion behind this phenomenal book as it takes your mind and soul on a journey. It goes without saying the spirit and talents possessed by this blossoming author are highly heralded." Dr. Carla Neal-Haley, MD, Genesis Health Care Associates A portion of royalties from each sale will be donated to the American Cancer Society.Publisher''s website: http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/MyPenSpeaks-PoeticMindVibes.html

Eclipse is a beautiful young woman living in an old world. Her father is the protector of the land, keeping the people safe from Mandarin and Likman, the creatures who today are called vampires and werewolves.Eclipse falls in love with a man named Jonas, but she soon discovers he is a werewolf. She decides to have him turn her into a werewolf too, so they can always be together. One day they are attacked by Mandarins and Jonas dies. Eclipse discovers she is pregnant with a child, one foretold in a prophecy. She names her child Moonlight, in the hope he can bring an end to the Mandarin and Likman. Thus begins a terrible war between humans, Mandarin and Likman, which spans the centuries up to our present day. Moonlight is a supernatural page-turner that weaves action, romance and horror into every page. You will be spellbound.First-time novelist Kevin Hiner lives with his wife and children in Denver and in Vernal, Utah, where he runs a trucking business. He is inspired by the writing of Steven King and Wes Craven.

Joe Pranaitis'' Infinite Possibilities: Chronicles, Volume One: 2853-2857 is first-rate sci-fi suspense. It''s the 29th Century and 94 percent of the galaxy has been explored and conquered. The Starship Lionheart, along with other massive space vessels, travels through time continuums and parallel universes. June 2853: The Starship Lionheart enters a parallel universe and fights the Grey Empire. Shortly after, the entire crew is blow out of that universe and into our present one, after destroying their foe. Captain Bontrk, who is a 820 year-old Mudisan and veteran of the S''Phere War, commands the Starship. Along with his first officer John MacLeod and seasoned crew at the helm, the vessel sets out on another mission. Discovering a space station in orbit around a second Earth, the Lionheart will embark on a perilous journey that will nearly take their lives and prove to be a battle to the death. Who will win power over the galaxy and what old enemies will Bontrik and MacLeod face during their mission? Joe Pranaitis'' novel is a rare treat for Trekkie and fantasy fans. Spanning a period of five years, it''s filled with strong, believable characters, an action packed plot, and the universal theme of good versus evil. Science fiction fans will anxiously await the sequels in Pranaitis'' sci-fi series.

Did you know that up to 60% of people who gain a financial windfall lose it within two years? How does that happen? What do you need to do as soon as a windfall comes your way to avoid becoming a statistic? Have you had the good fortune to receive a financial windfall from retirement, an inheritance, redundancy, compensation payment, divorce settlement, insurance claim, sale of business, lottery win or income from a career as a sports person or entertainer?An invaluable guidebook is here for turning that windfall into lifelong financial security.Author and financial planner Janne Ashton has written an easy to understand, step-by-step guide that provides education on what to do from day one and into the future.In this book you will learn how to:Make a decision and when to avoid making one. Be aware of how emotions play a large part in how money is handled and how those emotions can affect decisions. Choose from the infinite possibilities of investments; how to budget, minimise tax, manage debt, protect assets and choose a professional team of advisers. Ashton shares her formula for successful money management, based on easy-to-understand practical education. This book will show you how to manage your windfall to provide a lifetime of income.Janne Ashton is a successful financial planner who has helped hundreds with their windfalls. Ms. Ashton is currently writing her second financial book and lives in Sydney, Australia.Publisher''s website:

Beneath and Beyond, The Hidden CityAn adventure story of hope and limitless possibilitiesA group of highly evolved beings in a Hidden City, working to save the EarthIs the legend of the tall white beings in their shiny white birds merely a myth or are they with us even today?Are there human ambassadors of the Hidden City walking among us?"Cleveland provokes our minds on this fantastic journey into the realm of enchanting possibilities. A page turner ... steeped in close encounters and ecological consciousness ... a provocative journey into the realm of enchanting possibilities." - Sondra Scerca, "Executive Director Worldwide Acquisitions for Paramount Pictures Video"."Claudette Cleveland is a masterful storyteller who takes us on a timeless adventure, engaging the reader through endearing characters, vivid descriptions, and an absorbing plot. This entertaining story reminds us of what''s possible." - Jeff Hudren, computer engineer"Pick up this book and get comfortable for a while, Claudette will draw you into the story you become a part of and you will walk away renewed." Susie Toohey, teacherThe AuthorClaudette Cleveland has traveled all over the world and because of this brings an authenticity to her book''s characters and settings. She was inspired to write this thrilling trilogy after a trip to Tibet. She now lives in Arizona.Author website: www.claudettecleveland.com Publisher''s website: http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/BeneathAndBeyondTheHiddenCity.html

Climate change and resource depletion are two of the most daunting problems mankind may face in the coming decades. However while both appear to be relatively new phenomena, they are related to growing problems that date back decades, if not hundreds of years. In Nature's Revenge, author Edmund Blake takes an in-depth look at the influence developments in the natural world have exerted on human history, and conversely, the influence human activities have had on nature. Blake also undertakes an exploration of the ways in which the changing perception of nature reveals the dominant values that inform a particular civilization. His book provides evidence demonstrating that the way in which nature is viewed during a given period can have genuine lasting real-world implications. Nature's Revenge ultimately attempts to provide a rational and objective exploration of our immediate future here on Earth with the climate-related challenges we face. The author also has included an epilogue that considers mankind's chances of being able to rise to meet these challenges in the coming years. Edmund Blake was born in the UK and brought up in the county of Essex. Blake studied French and English literature at university, and completed a doctoral thesis on philosophy and political ideologies linked to Bergsonism. Currently he resides in a rural area of France. Nature's Revenge was inspired by his disdain for the exploitation of nature by multi-national companies and certain self-serving members of the political elite. Publisher's website: http://sbpra.com/EdmundBlake

This exhilarating treasure chest of short stories brings readers breathtaking imagery and heart-stopping drama. Seen through the eyes of intimate consciousness and rare perspective, On the Weave of the Sun is a treat that infinitely deepens the meaning of emotion and experience. All the stories are contemporary, but take place in different times, places and cities of the Arabic world. This rich collection transports you to the heat and dust of the desert, to the seething passions underneath, as its profound wording flows from every page. The music and rhythm of each story is very distinctive, yet the words come together to make a whole that is greater than the sum of its parts. Its stories are distinctive shards of light that capture unique moments and will resonate with readers everywhere, leaving them wanting more. "e;With themes of love and loss, of fear and recrimination, the inner pain and turmoil in the wake of conflict and violence, I was left pining for the lives of the characters who lived within these pages."e; - Johnathan Lewis, award-winning British author.

Inspired by real events, the novel Notorious Casolini tells of the life and adventures of PeppinoCasolini. Peppino lived in the city of Barrafranca, Sicily, in the early 1900s. A gentle person of high moral values, dedicated to his family, he wanted nothing more than the simple life of a farmer, with those he loved nearby. But fate had other plans for Peppino.When Peppino''s beautiful younger sister spurned the advances of the son of the ruling mayor, it ignited a fire that would consume the entire family. The oppressive ruling class of Barrafranca turned the full force of their power on Peppino and his family with deadly results. However, from their seats of privilege and authority, they never imagined that a gentle farmer might rise up against them with a furious vengeance.Building on the known historic facts of PeppinoCasolini, author Angelo Crapanzano weaves an exciting story filled with unforgettable characters, passionate romance and an unexpected conclusion that will knock readers off their feet!Angelo Crapanzano is a full-time writer who retired as Manager of the Electronics Research and Development Department of an aerospace corporation. Notorious Casolini is his third novel. His fourth novel is in editing. He is currently working on a fifth, Fiction or Prophecy, which explores the future of a nuclear-infested world. He lives with his wife of 57 years near Akron, Ohio. Author''s website: www.ATCnovels.comPublisher''s website: http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/NotoriousCasolini.html