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Coconut Fun

What nine or ten year old is not intrigued with stories of fun and adventure!

Travelling from British Columbia, Canada, to the Caribbean Island was like travelling from one end of the world to another; and going from an urban setting to a rural village was equally traumatic. However, the boredom that Justin feared he would experience in this strange rustic village without electricity or televisions was now being replaced by a feeling of excitement.

“Coconut Fun” tells entertaining short stories about Canadian city boy, Justin, and his Caribbean country cousin, Nate, while teaching facts about the coconut palm.

Listen to ten year old country boy, Nate, and his unique was of speaking. “Me will teach yo’ lots of coconut fun before the holidays are over.”

The stories are real, drawn from the author’s own childhood experiences during the late 40’s and 50’s.

About the Author:

Elisient Maeve Vernon spent most of her life in children’s ministry. She worked with children in the churches pastored by her husband Rev. Samuel Vernon who is now retired from full time ministry.

Mrs. Vernon spent her early years in a rural village in Jamaica where her father was the pastor. She was a tomboy, the only girl among several brothers.

After High School she was trained as a children’s librarian. Her years of experience in working with children in the Library Services in Jamaica, Trinidad and Western Canada, and also her studies in child psychology, writing for children and study of the Bible were evidences that God had prepared her to become Younger Children editor for Caribbean Christian Publications (CCP).

She now resides with her husband of 63 years in Miami, Florida.

Harmony in the Open Field

What happens when you come face to face with one of the biggest fears of your life? Imagine how Kreigh Alcorn, an acorn, feels when he happens upon a grey and brown squirrel! If you’ve ever been afraid, you will love Harmony in the Open Field. Ruth-Ann J. Thompson, songwriter, and motivational speaker, now brings us Harmony in the Open Field, the second book in The Open Fielders, a series that will touch the heart of a child, and encourage the hearts of parents.

The Most Feared Man In America

This biography of J. Edgar Hoover differs from all previous books on the subject. My book posits and documents the existence of two political myths about Hoover. One is a God myth, which was created intentionally by a long-standing FBI public relations campaign. The other myth is a Devil myth that emerged in reaction to the God myth. Both of these mythic perceptions are unidimensional stereotypical depictions of the man, which obscure the reality of the former FBI director. The author uses declassified FBI memoranda to shed light on the personality and professional performance of Mr. Hoover through examination of his marginalia. Hoover’s handwritten comments in the margins of FBI memos are candid and fascinating manifestations of his true self.

About the Author:

Dr. Dirk C. Duran-Gibson, Ph. D. teaches interviewing, persuasion, communication theory, professional communication, magazine writing, and serial murder communication at the University of New Mexico. He has published a book on communication in the practice of law, a half-dozen books
on serial murder, and two books on outer space studies. He is an acknowledged authority on product recalls, serial murder communication, and outer space, and has been interviewed more than one hundred times by international, national and regional media. He has served as a consultant to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and the Federal Aviation Administration. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his wife, Linda Duran-Gibson, BA, MA, CCC.

Book of Psalms Devotional (Volume 1)

Book of Psalms – Devotional THE PSALMS A very important part of the Bible. A FIVE FOLD DEVOTIONAL BOOK There are five things to keep in mind when we look at the Psalms. These are covered within the pages of this devotional. But before introducing that, let us see the importance of the book of Psalms in knowing more about our Lord. Look carefully at Luke 24:25-27 and verses 44-45. He said to them, “How foolish you are, and how slow of heart to believe all that the prophets have spoken! Did not the Christ have to suffer these things and then enter his glory?” And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning himself. He said to them, “This is what I told you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets and the Psalms.” Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. Jesus used the Psalms many times in His teaching and life. They were much in His thinking. Here are some psalms concerning our Lord: David's greater Son 89 132 Incarnation of Son 8 40 Rejection of Christ 118 78:1-2 Betrayal of Christ 69 109 Death of Messiah & beyond 22 2 Victory over death 16 102 Messiah's marriage & ministry 45 110 Reign of glorious King 72 68 Paul also admonished the believers to make ready reference to the psalms: Ephesians 5:18-20 Colossians 3:16-17.

Narnols, Blumblums, & Friends

A collection of rhymes and poems for children ages 4-10 or for parents to read to preschoolers for their enjoyment. The themes cover animals, activities that children indulge in, ideas that challenge them or they could pursue creatively. The book introduces new vocabulary not common to everyday use which will be easily understood in their context. There is humor, adventure, and familiar situations which they can identify with.

About the Author:

Manila born author, Maryknoll College alumna; graduate studies at Stanford, Santa Clara, USF, 46 years’ experience with early childhood education and administration; owner/director of Lilliput infant/toddler center for 35 years in Palo Alto, California

Zero Turned Hero

Zero Turned Hero will take readers from fantasy to reality. Many of us are faced with bullies in our experiences. Some of us may use bully tactics at times, and we know this is wrong. Sometimes incidents in our lives turn us into people we were not meant to be.

“Tip Top Finds Hope” will open the door to what he felt when kids made fun of him.

Victor has to accept the consequence of being deceitful and not telling the truth in “Victor Learns a Lesson.”

What has been your greatest fear? Did you ever get over it? Read “Nightmares” to learn how Joseph overcame his fear.

A twelve year old girl, had years of pain and grief for doing something for a loved one. Do you agree with the mother or the daughter in “The Onion?” In “The Lavender Dress” readers will find out how a person… can go from being poor…to well off, and yet not be happy.

Jennifer has a hard decision to make in Jennifer’s Luck. Would you have made the same choice?

Will has to challenge three bullies in “The End of an Era.” What do you think helped prepare him for the day of his victory?

Evil may bring out evil. What causes “The Stone King” to become ruthless?

Zero Turned Hero will challenge minds and imaginations. At times it may seem like an emotional roller coaster ride. Stories can provoke sensitivity, empathy, or remorse. This book has strong messages and critical thinking skills that can lead to great discussions.

This book contains colorful illustrations.

About the Author:

Bessie Frazier was born in Brooklyn, New York. She received her B.A. degree from Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee and her M.A. degree from Montclair State College in New Jersey.While at Fisk, she became a member of the Fisk Writer’s Workshop, under the well known author John Oliver Killens.

She majored in English and Sociology at Fisk University but received her degree in Sociology. She received her Masters Degree in Education from Montclair State College in Upper Montclair New Jersey, and completed Post Graduate work at Brooklyn College and New York University. She taught English for over 30 years in Brooklyn NY and New Jersey Middle Schools.

She is the author of poems, stories, plays, and positive raps. She has performed for schools, colleges, churches and special interest groups. Her work has appeared in anthologies, magazines
and other sources, as well as being featured in Who’s who in the East. Students have performed her work in schools, and she has received countless letters of praise from electrified readers.

Behind the Scenes of Jenna Castoron

In the follow-up to Behind the Scenes of Jenna Shale, Jenna faces the loss of Aiden and continues to look back on her life, drawing comparisons between life and television as she shares the events that transpired around the tragic loss of her husband, the difficulties in finding love again, and the trials she faced as she tried to come to terms with the harsh realities of her world. With the narrative frame still focusing on television, Jenna tackles the difficult topics of domestic violence and sexual assault at the same time as she continues her exploration of the topics of sex and love.

About the Author:

Chelsie Keller has lived in northwest Ohio for most of her life and continues to enjoy spending time with her friends and family in the same county where she was born. She earned her Associate of Arts degree from Northwest State Community College, her Bachelor of Arts in English from Bowling Green State University, and, recently, her Master’s in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University. Chelsie claims that she has been writing for as long as she can remember but also notes a wide variety of interests including women’s issues, literature, and popular culture that have always had a tremendous influence on her academic studies as well as her writing. It is these topics that she works to unfold in the Behind the Scenes series.

Enigma Encruzijadas del Destino

Un guardián dimensional, un asesino obsesionado y los especialistas
Sue es una joven forense que trabaja en el centro de investigaciones más avanzado de toda Argentina, el S6. Ella, su jefe y su compañero se verán envueltos en una serie de misterios que han comenzado con un extraño correo electrónico que recibió Shein, su jefe, sobre un asesino capaz de matar a sus víctimas en cuestión de segundos con solo mirarlas un instante a los ojos. En el correo electrónico llaman a esta persona “el depredador”.

El depredador ha descubierto la ubicación de las puertas dimensionales y lo que necesita para abrirlas y así apoderarse al fin de aquello que tanto desea. Por primera vez en siglos se dan las condiciones perfectas para llevar a cabo sus planes y lograr concluir aquello que inició cinco siglos atrás. Aunque sabe que la policía conoce sus recientes movimientos, no considera que puedan ser capaces de atraparlo.

Sue y su equipo se verán envueltos en un sinfín de situaciones que los llevaran a pensar que se están volviendo locos. Personas que se esfuman en el aire, lugares que no tienen sentido del tiempo y extraños ataques a sus seres queridos mantendrán a los personajes al límite de la razón.

About the Author:

Amie Van Gogh nació en Irapuato Guanajuato el 18 de junio de 1982. Desde su nacimiento hasta en la actualidad su vida se ha visto envuelta en misterios, y enigmas provenientes de eventos paranormales, que incluso a los conocedores del tema los ha dejado perplejos. Estas situaciones le han acarreado una vida complicada acompañada de diversas situaciones, donde la escritura ha sido una manera por la cual plasma parte de lo vivido durante su vida. La novela Enigma Encrucijadas del Destino, es una novela que plasma una realidad llevando al límite a sus personajes principales.

The Woman’s Seat of Authority In The Kingdom Of God

Before the question of when or where; before the awakening of the concepts of here or there, there was God. Before blessing and cursing, or life and death ever walked the isle of solitude, there was God!!!

It was a true blessing when our heavenly Father revealed dark meaning within the words, “For a small moment have I forsaken thee; but with great mercies will I gather thee. In a little wrath I hid my face from thee for a moment; but with ever lasting kindness will I have mercy on thee, sayeth the Lord thy redeemer” (Isa 54:6-8; 60:10). This was His promise to woman, and this promise is insured by His Words, “The grass withereth, the flower fadeth; but the word of our God shall stand forever” (Isa 40:8; 1Pet 1:24-25).

This is the promise all women must hold fast to with all their heart, mind, spirit and soul. This is what is written about the covenant established between the Lord God, and the woman “In the beginning”!!! What will it take for humanity to acknowledge, accept, and obey God’s perfect will concerning “The Woman’s Seat Of Authority In…” His “… Kingdom…”.

About the Author:

DR. EDDIE L. BLACKWELL, OF DENVER, CO, has a doctorate in Christian (Nouthetic) Counselling which he earned at Aspen Christian College & Seminary. As a facilitator of crisis intervention with 40 + years of experience he, supported by his wife Dr. Denise D. Lessard-Blackwell, a Montessori Education Specialist, continues to find peace, tranquility, and blessings in every season of victory that God sheds upon those who learn to walk through their turbulent storms in the spirit of commitment, unity, and truth.

The Seven Churches of Asia Minor: The Churches in Revelation

If you have ever read about the seven churches of Asia Minor, or the seven churches in Revelation, and wondered what they are all about, this book will help you get a deeper insight into the character of these churches. You will get a look at their geographical locations, their historical backgrounds, and their experiences that shaped the way Christ addressed them. Christ introduced himself to these seven churches in seven different ways because their works were different, and he wrote them according to their works. The church of Ephesus—the first of the seven, left its first love, and the last of the seven, the church of Laodicea focused on material wealth without recognizing that Christ was on the outside knocking, seeking the opportunity to come in. The Seven Churches of Asia Minor, (The Churches in Revelation) will take you through each church one by one; it will help you to identify actions for which they were chastened or encouraged. Five out of these seven churches were admonished, warned, and given specific steps to take for their restoration. They could take these steps of face the consequences that were meted out by Christ himself. This book will certainly be an eye-opener for any church or individual who are curious to know more about the seven churches in the book of Revelation.

About the Author:

Dr. Orville Beckford Sr. has been a pastor for thirty years, in Jamaica, the Easters Caribbean, Rochester New York, Rochester New York (1995-2011), and now in New Rochelle New York, 2011—present. He has a Bachelor of Divinity, a BA in Biblical Studies, a MA in Psychology and Christian Counseling, and a PhD in Philosophy in Biblical Studies. He and his wife Deana, have three children, and lives in Peekskill New York.