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A One-Way Trip to Death

Title:  A One-Way Trip to Death: A Survivor’s View of Cruise Missiles in the Cuban Missile Crisis
Author:  Richard F. Kaufman, Ph.D
Publisher:  Archway Publishing
ISBN:  978-6657-0245-4
Pages:  121
Genre:  Memoir
Review by: Barbara Bamberger Scott

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Author Richard F. Kaufman, PhD, now retired from the US Navy, recalls in vivid personal and professional detail his

Bad Mood Drive

Title: Bad Mood Drive
Author: Alan Douglas
Publisher: PageTurner Press and Media LLC
ISBN: 979-8-88622-288-3
Pages: 288
Genre:  Fiction / Mystery
Reviewed by: Arthur Thares

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Bad Mood Drive is unlike most books you have ever read, and it may take a few chapters to settle into this book. Once you give it a chance, you are rewarded with a semi-mystery that touches everything from romance to murder.

We Remember

Title: We Remember: Stories of September 11, 2001 Victims Written by Families  
Author: Maureen Crethan Santora 
Publisher:  Ewings Publishing LLC
ISBN: 9798890319432
Pages: TBA
Genre: Non-fiction / History / Americas
Reviewed by: Jack Chambers

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As a society, it is rare to be able to say for certain that we have lived through a truly historic time. Yet in

74 Bible Mysteries Solved

Title: 74 Bible Mysteries Solved: Aliens Fact or Fiction?
Author: Tommy Bruce Jones
Publisher: Brilliant Books Literary
ISBN: 979-8889455028
Pages: 446
Genre: Religion / Christianity 
Reviewed by:  Aaron Washington

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You may think you understand religion and the Bible, until you get a hold of Tommy Bruce Jones’s 74 Bible Mysteries Solved: Aliens Fact or Fiction?. This book

The Legend of the Two Santas

Title:  The Legend of the Two Santas
Author:  Frederick Tirrell
Publisher:  Stonehenge Literary and Media
ISBN:  979-8-8690-2003-1
Pages:  26
Genre:  Illustrated Children’s Book / Christmas Story
Reviewed by:  Beth Adams

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Author Frederick Tirrell has created a delightful children’s illustrated Christmas story titled, The Legend of the Two Santas.

In this tale, a young boy, Rick, is

O’ Darkness, Darkness!

Title: O’ Darkness, Darkness! My Son Shall Pass 
Author: Carlton Jordan 
Publisher: WestBow Press 
ISBN: 978-1490890777  
Pages: 273 
Genre: Spirituality & Literature 
Reviewed by:  Jason Lulos

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What does it mean to be tested by God? How are we to converse with God and interpret His (sometimes) cryptic messages and directives? What does

Remnants of Humanity

Title: Remnants of Humanity: Journey Throughout Our Sacred Earth to Restore Balance Held Within the Feminine Dimension 
Author: Christine Van Camp Zecca 
Publisher: Balboa Press
ISBN: 979-8-7652-3323-8
Pages: 231
Genre: Fiction
Reviewed by: Pat Mendelson

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Author Christine Van Camp Zecca’s Remnants of Humanity: Journey Throughout Our

From Brokenness to Atonement, Faith, Hope, and Love

Title: From Brokenness to Atonement, Faith, Hope, and Love: A Vietnam War Sniper’s Journey and a Psychiatrist’s Bibliotherapy
Author: Hani Raoul Khouzam, MD, MPH, FAPA
Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing
ISBN:  979-8885403948
Pages:  190
Genre:  Faith
Reviewed by: Dan MacIntosh

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Hani Raoul Khouzam’s “Christian” book is Christian in the most subtle sense. Yes, it follows one man’s journey, from horrors experienced during war, to a much more contented life many years

Adventures of Willie the Westie

Title:  Adventures of Willie the Westie
Author:  Phil Ferretti
Publisher:  Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
ISBN:  9781098062828
Pages:  24
Genre:  Illustrated Children’s Book
Reviewed by:  Beth Adams

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In this delightful illustrated children’s book, Adventures of Willie the Westie, by author Phil Ferretti, readers are treated to a variety of meetings of new animals by this cute West Highland Terrier, commonly called a “Westie,“ named Willie.

Each encounter brings out interesting details

Porter Brothers’ Tragedy

Title: Porter Brothers’ Tragedy: The Untold Story  
Author: Glenn and Steven Porter
Publisher: Austin Macauley
ISBN: 978-1685624729
Pages: 476
Genre: Non-Fiction / Biographies & Memoirs
Reviewed by: Christina Avina

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When a person’s back is against the wall, in those moments a person will find within themselves a need to survive. Whether that survival instinct comes in the face of some great

Dialogues With the Wise Woman

Title:  Dialogues With the Wise Woman
Author:  Richard Todd Devens
ISBN:  978-1662933219
Publisher:  Gatekeeper Press
Pages: 235
Genre:Fiction / Self-Help
Reviewed by: Ephantus M.

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“Hanging onto resentment is letting someone you despise live rent-free in your head.” Ann Landers.

Dialogues With the Wise Woman by author Richard Todd Devens is a no-holds-barred quest for certitude and a psychological and philosophic treatise that tackles many substantial matters

The Letter

Title: The Letter
Author: Ed Munson
Publisher: Brilliant Books Literary
ISBN: 979-8889451792
Pages: 302
Genre: Fiction / Suspense Thrillers / Mystery 
Reviewed by: Liz Konkel

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Bailey Stewart is a Supreme Court Justice known for her compassion and honesty. Her consistency regarding the Constitution has caught the attention of a stranger claiming to be a friend who sends her mysterious letters. Under

Sandy Rose

Title: Sandy Rose
Author: Theresa Seifert
Publisher: Page Publishing
ISBN: 978-1643349800
Pages: 126
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda

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In author Theresa Seifert’s stunning debut, Sandy Rose, a young woman grapples with the complexities of the adult world which leads to a tragic end. Sandy Rose had

Entente: The Irish Clans

Title: Entente: The Irish Clans – Book Two in the Series
Author: Stephen Finlay Archer 
Publisher: Manzanita Writers Press 
ISBN: 978-0-9908019-5-5 
Pages: 422 
Genre: Historical Fiction 
Reviewed by:  Jason Lulos

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Given current growing awareness of global politics via social media and technology, there is a resurgence of interest in World Wars I and II. There

Baal

Title:  Baal
Author:  Colville Young Jr. M.ED., M.B.E
Publisher:   URLink Print and Media
ISBN:  978-1684866533
Pages: 134
Genre:  Thriller, Murder-Mystery, Horror
Reviewed by: Dana Kennedy

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Baal by author Colville Young Jr. is a murder mystery novel which artfully melds elements of horror into the mystery genre, resulting in a thrilling and unpredictable narrative. Seamlessly combining elements of the supernatural, murder-mystery, and thriller genres, the book keeps readers eagerly turning pages, offering a unique and gripping

Germania

Title: Germania: Hitler’s Twisted Fantasy
Author: Anthony Gordon Pilla 
Publisher: Author Reputation Press, LLC
ISBN: 978-1638678007
Pages: 120
Genre: Historical Fiction
Reviewed by: Liz Konkel

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This unique story introduces you to the inner workings of Hitler’s fantasy in this “what if” concept that explores Good versus Evil from the perspective

The Pegasus Passion

Title: The Pegasus Passion: The Soul Keepers
Author: Victoria James
ISBN: 979-8-88640-853-9
Publisher: The Ewings Publishing
Pages: 370
Genre: Fantasy / Adventure / Fiction
Reviewed by: Manik Chaturmutha

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Victoria James’ The Pegasus Passion: The Soul Keepers is an exceptional piece of fantasy fiction that weaves a tale of romance, self-discovery, and mystical prophecy. Set in the 17th century, the book alternates

Reports from the Soul

Title: Reports from the Soul
Author: Robin White
Publisher: Brilliant Books Literary
ISBN: 979-8-88945-397-0 
Pages: 92
Genre: Motivational, Self-Help
Reviewed by:  Irene Williams

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Reports from the Soul by author Robin White is an exploration which ventures into the profound realms of self-discovery, identity, and empowerment. Through a meticulously crafted collection

It Was Nevada

Title: It Was Nevada 
Author: Tony Lesperance
Publisher: Author Reputation Press, LLC
ISBN: 9798888536520
Pages: 754
Genre: Contemporary Literature & Fiction 
Reviewed by: Alyssa Avina

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The need to preserve our planet is a fight which has many sides to it. Not only do environmentalists want to preserve the planet entirely and help stop climate change, but farmers and ranchers

Truth: My Synchromystic Journey

Title: Truth: My Synchromystic Journey 
Author: Niki Norlock
Publisher: Astraea Nostos, LLC 
ISBN: 978-1733652704
Pages: 381
Genre: Body, Mind, and Spirit / Spiritualism
Reviewed by: Alyssa Avina

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Throughout every person’s life, there are obstacles and hurdles which will threaten to stop your journey in its tracks. Some hurdles are greater than others, and

Mary Magdalene A Disciple and Friend of Jesus

Title: Mary Magdalene A Disciple and Friend of Jesus  
Author: Bonnie Ring
Publisher: URLink Print & Media, LLC
ISBN: 978-1684866670
Pages: 56
Genre: Religion & Spirituality / Children’s Books 
Reviewed by: Tony Espinoza

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The education of children is one of the most sacred and crucial jobs a person can take upon themselves. The desire to make sure our children

Passing Through

Title:  Passing Through: Exploring the Envelope
Author:  Captain Manny Sousa, US Navy (Ret)
Publisher: Xulon Press
ISBN: 978-1-5456-8183-1
Pages: 425
Genre: Personal Memoirs
Reviewed by:  Aaron Washington

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The first part of Captain Manny Sousa’s autobiography offers a unique and captivating journey through the life of a distinguished military

Whisper of Hope, Cry of Despair

 Title: Whisper of Hope, Cry of Despair
Author: Vicky Bedi
Publisher: PageTurner Press and Media
ISBN: 9798891740181
Pages: 66
Genre: Non-Fiction / Autobiography
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda 

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Whisper of Hope, Cry of Despair is an emotionally stirring memoir about how author Vicky Bedi was molded by the life experiences of both her mother and father.

Destiny Delivered

Title: Destiny Delivered: Twann from T’Nikwa 
Author: Pat Queen
Publisher: Scriptor House
ISBN: 979-8886920949
Pages: 516
Genre: Thriller & Suspense / Science Fiction 
Reviewed by: Christina Avina  

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The complexities of life and death often wrap themselves around themes of destiny. The idea that the universe is a living, breathing thing

Lots of Luck Noblesse Oblige Rentier

Title: Lots of Luck Noblesse Oblige Rentier
Author: Ron Matejka
Publisher: Authors’ Tranquility Press
ISBN: 978-1961908888
Pages: 264
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda  

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Lots of Luck Noblesse Oblige Rentier is a quietly powerful work of fiction penned by Ron Matejka. Staff Sergeant Dan Mastik’s faith in God along with a special gift that he had