This exceptional political thriller is guaranteed to keep
you on the edge of your seats. Now retired, Ian Conner’s experiences as a Marine
and Army Infantry Sergeant give his writing real depth of detail. Set in
California, the environmental pollution element, political intrigue, and
suspense makes this a story which will appeal to many readers.
The story opens at Oceanside’s harbor, San Diego. Deep
enough for a small fishing fleet, yet small enough to be friendly, it is truly The
Jewel of the North. However, in this story danger lurks, as friends Doctor Chris
Rogers and James Quinn discover when they take their normal water quality
samples for Scripps Oceanography. With the San Onefre Nuclear Generating System
the coast water quality control is important…
Meanwhile, at the helm of the country President Colin
Rockwell has his own agenda; a serial philanderer, his bad judgment, personal
decisions, and backhanded dealings are causing problems on a national and
international scale. However, at the San Diego Times, newly appointed keen
young reporter Amy Radigan has her teeth into her assignment, and her discoveries,
and the subsequent revelations are set to rock the world in more ways than one.
Face paced and exciting, this intense thriller takes its
readers across continents, through a myriad of emotions, and plays out a
potential life and threatening environmental scenario. The characters are very
believable, and their stories reveal political dealings, murder, espionage, and
more, yet somehow the author has also managed to weave love and compassion into
this story.
From his home in San Diego with his wife Bonnie, this
retired military man now enjoys his animals, gardening, crafting beautiful stained
glass, and writing. This is his second novel, the first, which drew me to this
talented author, is the incredible fantasy epic Griffins Perch.
If you want to read a story which will pull you in from the first page, packed with excitement and intrigue. I can recommend this unforgettable political thriller; you will not be disappointed!
About the Book:
San Diego Times Reporter Amy Radigan has discovered a plot to cover-up damage at the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station. The deception could go as high as the Vice President and Amy must determine whom she can trust. Security specialist John Randall uncovers even more details and higher threats resulting attempts on Amy’s and the life of her girlfriend. All is not as it appears, as the President, Vice President are pitted against Radigan and company framed by a backdrop of international politics. LGBTQ fans will be thrilled . Fresh approaches to the main and side stories will hold the readers in a vice. The strong female characters. The story is filled with action sequences flow at a breakneck pace. Readers will be clamoring for the next installment.
Art Rios, the author
of this motivating and inspirational self-help book is not only an author, and
lawyer, but he also teaches at Stetson Law and enjoys spending time with his
wife Sharon and two daughters Maria and Alondra.
You can feel the author’s enthusiasm for life pulsing from
the pages as he, through them, fulfills his dream of helping people live
exciting, easier, and exceptional lives.
The emphasis throughout the book is to live your life to your best and
happiest you can now, not to plan for later, but now, because as we all know
tomorrow is not guaranteed.
As a trial lawyer, he has had plenty of time over the years
to ‘people watch,’ study how they behave in good and bad situations and has
used these experiences as a ‘student of humanity,’ to follow his dream, which
he believes is his calling, to inspire people in positive ways.
A self-confessed talker he has used this talent to reach
into the hearts of his readers. He allows them opportunities to peep
fly-on-the-wall into his life and uses examples to encourage others to follow
their dreams and be better people.
Cleverly he reveals how everyday life events can be altered
to make them special, and how important it is to take time to share our lives with
our loved ones. He encourages us all to discover ways to make our lives easier
and more enjoyable, and reminds us that whether we are 18 or 80 it is never too
late to make the most of your life and make it fun!
Always keen to engage in conversation, we are encouraged to
contact him through his website, email, and other forms of social media and
tell him what we think. He wants to know, whether the comment is good or bad.
No subject is taboo, and as long as no harm comes to anyone,
we are motivated to enjoy all we can, from sex to food, wine, traveling, and
much more. However, this book is not all light-hearted, the responsibility we
have to do the right thing for ourselves, and to others is clearly emphasized.
Written very much in the now, the subjects of racism and COVID 19 are discussed
from a humanitarian standpoint, and the emphasis is very much on the need to
look after each other, have thought and care for our neighbors and family, and
be aware.
In a world where being online is expected he encourages his
readers to turn off the screens, and iPhones, take time away from them and
reconnect with the outside world, or read, or meditate, just take time for you,
because you matter!
The power of this author’s positivity shines through in this life-changing book, and I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to improve their lives and learn to enjoy every day to its full potential.
About the Author:
ART RIOS is a trial lawyer by profession, a student of humanity by choice, and a friend to all by nature. A connoisseur of good old-fashioned gab, he advocates for the revival of genuine conversation as a way to connect with others, expand our minds, improve our world, and get more enjoyment and satisfaction from life.
Board-certified in immigration and naturalization law by the Florida Bar, Art holds a Master of Laws degree in trial advocacy from Temple University, which he earned after obtaining his Doctor of Jurisprudence at Stetson University College of Law. He has been an Adjunct Professor at Stetson Law for over twelve years, where he teaches Immigration Litigation and Advocacy and is on Stetson’s Board of Overseers.
Phew … that’s a wordy way of saying that he’s found a way to talk for a living, while helping others! Gifted in using words to connect, persuade and win, Art knows that words matter – and our most important mission in life is to connect with others. He’s convinced that open, honest, real conversations are the key to healing rifts, creating community, and unlocking the richness of life.
Married with two daughters, Art enjoys spending all of his free time with his family, and he’d welcome the chance to connect with you.
A life-changing journey in search of a magical elixir.
Avraham Azrieli is a graduate of Columbia Law School in New
York and an award-winning author. In this incredible tale, he takes his readers
back through the centuries into Old Testament times and reveals a story steeped
in mystery and intrigue. It stands alone, however, it is the prequel to ‘Deborah
Rising,’ the first in the author’s epic historical ‘Deborah’ series, which tells
the journey of the biblical prophetess Deborah in her quest to fullfil her
destiny.
Traditionally, in many countries, your career is dictated by
your family heritage, and this is the case for the protagonist in this story, Sall,
who is an apprentice healer, under the instruction of his father, in Edom.
Although highly respected, and essential, his career is not a glamorous one, yet,
his father assures him, it is his destiny
Sall, on the day this book begins, falls under the spell of the
beautiful but unobtainable daughter of the High Priest, and this fires a desire
to be so much more in the heart of the young man, but how can this happen?
Well, the answer lies in the advice of a magical dwarf, Sall
must leave his home and take a dangerous journey to find the elixir of love.
The elixir will not only enable him to win her heart but also achieve greatness
as the savior of his people.
So, fired with determination, Sall sets off with his donkey
and dog. Advised by a merchant to talk to the dream reader, the merchant shows
him the way, and her wise words and the secrets she reveals, open his mind and
strengthen his resolve to continue his journey. It is a journey fraught with danger,
he suffers terrible injuries, trickery, and deceit, yet he also makes friends
and alliances and discovers a lot about himself. Over time, these events change
the boy into a man, giving him morals and the kind of wisdom which can only be
gained through experiences. Until ultimately, as the story reaches its climax,
Sall discovers his true destiny and self.
Throughout the story, the characters each have their own vital part and weave their way through his life. It is a true coming-of-age story and wonderfully illustrates how, whatever century or time we are in, every element and person in our lives impacts us in varying degrees. Yet, it also illustrates how, with determination we can make our dreams come true. Highly Recommended!
About the Author:
Avraham Azrieli’s novel Deborah Rising (Harper Collins, 2016) won the 2017 Illumination Book Awards – Gold Medal for Fiction. It portrays the dramatic rise of the first woman to lead a nation in recorded human history. A graduate of Columbia Law School in New York City, Azrieli tried many complex court cases before his first novel, The Masada Complex (a political thriller) was published in 2010. A full-time author since then, his other books include the Israeli spy novels The Jerusalem Inception and The Jerusalem Assassin, as well as Christmas for Joshua (a family drama dealing with interfaith conflicts), The Mormon Candidate (a political thriller), Thump (a courtroom drama featuring sexual harassment and racism) and The Bootstrap Ultimatum (a mystery involving the commercialization of Memorial Day). He also authored Your Lawyer on a Short Leash (a guide to dealing with lawyers) and One Step Ahead – A Mother of Seven Escaping Hitler’s Claws (a WWII biography, which inspired the musical By Wheel and by Wing). Azrieli grew up in Israel, where he received extensive Talmudic education, served as an intelligence officer and, after attending law school, clerked for the Israeli Supreme Court in Jerusalem. Residing primarily in the United States since 1990, he currently lives near Washington DC with his wife and children. To learn more, visit www.AzrieliBooks.com
Praise for Avraham Azrieli’s books:
The Jerusalem Inception – “Beautifully and superbly narrated.” The Examiner. “Boldly realistic plotlines and genuine, well-developed characters. Highly recommended!” Yahoo News/Politics. “Protagonist Jerusalem Gerster is the quintessential recruit.” NY Daily News. “Among the likes of the Jason Bourne series and Mission: Impossible franchise, The Jerusalem Inception is a daring piece of literature … airtight research and believability … intriguing … never a boring moment!” Shelf Pickings. “A lover’s triangle, complete with the friction, suspense, and human gratification … Azrieli educates as he entertains … the reader introduced to the secret ways of the Mossad. To those unfamiliar of the living history of Israel, this book is a must. For those knowing the facts surrounding the creation of the Jewish State, this book is an absolute must. Extraordinarily impressive!” Pacific Book Review.
The Jerusalem Assassin – “Action-packed escapade … memorable cast of characters … pages turn as fast as the plot twists and locales shift, taking the reader from Paris to Zurich to Amsterdam to Tel Aviv.” Jewish News. “Reviewing The Jerusalem Inception, I wrote that “Avraham Azrieli’s suspenseful action thriller is an engrossing read and compares favorably with the novels by John Le Carre, Tom Clancy, and Lee Child.” This sequel is far more exiting, and is arguably better than the novels of the aforementioned best-selling authors.” The Jewish Eye. “Keeps readers on the edge of their seats as the author navigates through the twists and turns of religious zeal, political missteps, intense human emotions, and complicated personal relationships … the story of human suffering and redemption shines through as the ultimate theme of the novel.” The Authors Den.
The Masada Complex – “A fast-paced thrill ride. Exciting. The complexity of the characters keeps the reader enticed to see what will eventually become of them. Highly recommended to anyone who loves a good story.” Book Review Bin. “An edge of your seat political thriller from start to finish. A fascinating tale. Filled with surprising twists and turns. Not only entertaining, but also believable. A must read. Literary Fetish. “Brims with gritty authenticity … a genuine treat!” David Liss, author of Conspiracy of Paper, winner of Edgar. “Riveting portrayal of global intrigue!” Stella Pope Duarte, author of If I Die in Juaréz, winner of the 2009 American Book Award.
The Mormon Candidate – “Plotted like a cinematic thriller … a very powerful novel … making his readers as eager as his protagonist in uncovering the truth … sure to keep you up late against your better judgment. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.” The Examiner. “A thoroughly entertaining mystery … twists surprise the reader without seeming out of place. A well-written page-turner. San Jose Mercury. “Excellent mystery … will likely draw some Mormons to defensive protestations reminiscent of stormy Catholic reactions to The Da Vinci’s Code. Ben Teller is witty and intractable–you’ll want to stay with him for every flare-up of action and shocking discovery. Timely and provocative novel you don’t want to miss. Dad of Divas Reviews. “New and interesting … unique setting … pushes you forward!” City Book Review. “Tying together church intrigue, electoral politics and Mormon practice. Even-handed, even as [it] deals with the delicate issue of posthumous baptism, anathema to many Jews and a controversial practice in the LDS church. An exciting chase … well-conceived and timely.” The Jewish News. “This thriller gives chilling insight into the lengths that politicians go … fast paced, full of facts, and provides a detailed bibliography. Do you like books like The Bourne Identity or The DaVinci Code? This is a book for you.” Bubblews.com “Part thriller, part mystery, part love story, part religious interrogation … maintains an excellent balance, keeping the reader engaged not only with the current mystery, but the life and progression of the protagonist’s life as well. Never a dull moment!” San Francisco Book Review.
Thump – “A light-hearted romp through sexual proclivities … the characters are lovable … the irreverence is delightful. Thought-provoking. Interesting. Unconventional. Recommended!” U.S. Review of Books. “There is something captivating when we mix spicy sex, lust, greed, and a protagonist that acts with such abandon as long as the end justifies the means. Well-paced plot … a thoughtful and gripping narrative … never a dull moment … highly entertaining.” The Examiner. “Stirring and dramatic…unique look at sexual harassment. Unflinching and unapologetic. Delves into the gritty reality of inner office liaisons. “Thump” is thought provoking and poignant long after the last page turns. I highly recommend it!” Penn Book Review. “Balanced yet thrilling example of racism and sexual harassment in a very realistic work environment. [Not] the classic “young beautiful woman who falls victim,” [but] a young man in his prime. A legal thriller with plot twists that can make your head spinning…this is definitely a book you will enjoy!” Hollywood Book Reviews. “A well-written, attention-grabbing courtroom room drama. Engaging. Realistic. Honest. Provocative. Builds to a climax that rivals other mainstream authors in this genre. A book you cannot put down until you figure out the resolution.” Pacific Book Review. “Thump’s various bold personalities collide over socially fraught questions with stimulating results. A taut courtroom drama that blends issues of race and sexual harassment. Blunt dialogue, a quick pace, and pressing social questions make Thump an engrossing read.” Foreword. “A striking social commentary that will draw readers in. Diverse, timely and thoughtful.” Portland Book Review.
Christmas for Joshua – “In its own gentle way, the book is as much a page-turner as Azrieli’s thrillers – pulling the reader into complex personal and familial conflicts.” The Jewish Journal. Christmas for Joshua is a sensational novel […] filled with religious paradoxes, sure to test any faith. [It is] a wonderful five-star spiritual fiction. Avraham Azrieli proves himself, time and again, to be a popular contemporary writer for our troubled times, as his plots often expose attitudes, beliefs, and actions that contribute to human suffering. Christmas for Joshua is no exception. – Pacific Book Review. “Have you ever been given a gift and unwrapped it, slowly, enjoying the moment, and then discovering yourself deeply touched by what you found inside? Christmas for Joshua is that gift. Through superbly developed characters and a delightfully creative plot, Avraham Azrieli weaves a gentle yet powerful story that closes with yet another gift – the gift of hope. – The Examiner. “This book is the perfect eye-opener. A beautifully written, heartfelt novel.” Bee’s Knees Reviews.
The Bootstrap Ultimatum – “Riveting. It doesn’t get any better than this, folks!!” Sun Francisco Book Review. “The real magic here is Azrieli’s incredible ability to create well-developed characters. The Examiner. “Fast-paced, action thriller … full of heart. An entertaining, thought provoking read … sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats.” Hollywood Book Reviews. “Thought-provoking. Plenty of action make this book difficult to put down. Fans won’t be disappointed. Entertaining.” U.S. Review of Books. “Much more than a fun read. Azrieli’s latest work will appeal to a wide range of readers in its accessibility, fast-paced action, and intelligent storyline.” Pacific Book Review.
A young man’s dangerous quest for a mythical elixir of love wins him not only a girl’s heart, but also immortal greatness as savior of his people. The Elixirist is an exciting adventure that evokes an unforgettable testament to the priceless rewards bestowed on those who follow their dreams. The novel has been compared with such inspiring books as The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, The Secret by Rhonda Byrne, Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts, The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari by Robin Sharma, The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini, Life of Pi by Yann Martel, The Celestine Prophecy by James Redfield, Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert M. Pirsig, and Wild by Cheryl Strayed.
A Fascinating insight into the African culture in Paris.
This interesting book follows the life of Sainy Kanteh, who
the readers met in the author’s previous book ‘Peculiar.’ He is the protagonist
in both stories, and through him, and his wife Fatou, we are able to gain very
thought-provoking and enlightening insights into how life is in Europe, and
Paris in particular for African immigrants.
Before going into more depth, I must stress that it is not
necessary to have read ‘Peculiar’ to enjoy reading this book. For those who have not, it tells of Sainy’s
arrival in Paris as a young man from his native Gambia. Through his experiences
and observations the readers discover his reactions to this new city he is to
call his home, and gain insight into the African community there, their
customs, and traditions which they continue away from their homeland. In this
book he also meets and falls madly in love with Fatou, a divorcee with a young
son.
Now this their story continues with Fatou adoring her man, doing
everything she can to please him. They have a happy and fulfilled life, and in
return he tries to provide for his family, and to do so he gains employment in
a restaurant.
The strong bonds of the African community shines through in
this book, where we learn about the traditions which are still carried out in
Europe as they were in Africa, and their importance. However, it is also clear
that life in France with its Child Benefit and other social help changes the thoughts
of the African women. These changes in attitudes do affect both sexes, and can
and do lead to unrest both in families and amongst the people, the cultures
clash sometimes and we see the reasons clearly portrayed within these pages.
As in relationships throughout the world, temptations rise
and people are human, and this is the case when Sainy falls for Stephanie a
white woman who is deeply attracted to him. As the relationship develops, Sainy
like many men before him change, and Fatou as his wife notices. However Fatou
has also to deal with comments from the community, other women, and an accident
suffered by her son which leads to trouble in the family.
As an English woman moving to France the changes in culture
have been different and take adjustment, however I cannot pretend to understand
how it must be for someone whose cultures differ so much in their homeland.
The author was himself born in the Gambia, and as a young
man migrated to Paris, where he earned a B.A. in English Language and Literature,
and a Ph.D. in English Studies (Society and Culture). He also taught Legal
English (Law and Politics – UK/USA) and Economic English, for two years before
returning to Africa and working as a Senior Research and Programme Officer at
the African Union office (the African Academy of Languages) in Bamako, Mali,
from November 2009 to July 2015, and as Acting Executive Secretary from August
2015 to December 2018, and from then to now as Executive Secretary of the same
institution.
This book is openly and skilfully written, and gives the readers an unbiased opportunity to understand the life of Gambian immigrants in Paris and Europe. Highly recommended.
About the Author:
Born in the Gambia, Lang Fafa Dampha lived and worked in Paris from 1989 to 2009. He has obtained a B.A. in English Language, Literature and Civilisation at the University of Paris 7 Jussieu, and a Ph.D. in English Studies (Society and Culture) at the University of Paris IV Sorbonne. Lang Fafa taught Legal English (Law and Politics – UK/USA) at the University of Paris 2 – Panthéon Assas, and Economic English (introduction to banking and finance, and the history of economic thought) at the University of Paris 8, Saint Denis, for two and a half years. He returned to Africa in November 2009 and is now working in Bamako, Mali, as Executive Secretary of the African Academy of Languages (ACALAN), which is the African Union’s specialised institution mandated to develop and promote African languages so that they could be used in all spheres of life in Africa.
About the Book:
After falling madly in love during his first year in Paris, Sainy and Fatou’s marriage is initially successful, but as time goes on the man, and to a lesser extent, the woman both start behaving peculiarly from an African perspective, creating frictions to the point of almost irreparable damage. The story explores new things about African immigrants and shows how their home-grown values of culture, community and morality adapt in their new culture, for better or worse.
For those lovers of gangster stories set in the early 1960’s
New York, where tough men played for high stakes and the old values still held
high, then there doesn’t get better than the Starlight Club series.
Set in Queens, the stories are told by Bobby, who now lives
with his daughter Lynn. He may be aging, but the good old days are still clear
memories, and she loves to hear his stories. Big Red Fortunato is the owner of
the famous Starlight Club and the boss. With his captains Trenchie, and Tarzan,
and their loyal employees, this is their territory and only the foolish go up
against them.
However, there are always fools who think they can take
over, or dupe the boss, and sometimes they have to learn the hard way…
This is the case in this exciting story where a gang of young
thugs think they can disrupt the status quo in Queens, and learn very quickly
that vandalizing vending and slot machines on Red’s turf is a BAD idea. However
Red knows they’re not the brains behind the petty behaviour and, there’s more
to it than meets the eye. It doesn’t take much leaning on them to turn them
into quivering wrecks who are only too keen to rat on the person whose put them
in the situation. However, when they spill the beans, Red quickly realises that
their contact is only small fry too, one in a chain. Deeper investigations
reveal that there’s a take-over plan is being hatched by someone further afield
with grandiose ideas.
Indeed, Haiti is a long way away from Queens, there Bernard
Levey is safe, scheming with the islands voodoo dictator Poppa Doc. However
when Levey steps onto Red’s home turf he discovers he has not only Red to
answer to, but there is also a little matter to be dealt with concerning
millions which went missing in his other life, a time when he was known as Ira Goldblum.
It’s action at every turn, and as this story evolves, the
plots cascade into each other. The author, Joe Corso’s fans already know the
wonderful tales he can tell through Bobby, however, it’s not just the
storylines and fantastic plots which make this author’s stories shine out from
the crowd, it’s his characters. Through his writing readers get a real insight
into the close knit community which is the gangland mobs, their loyalties,
their taboos and the mind-set of these men who will take a bullet if necessary
for what they believe in.
+6
Whether you read the Starlight Club stories as they are published, or pick them to read randomly, it doesn’t matter. The characters, the settings, and the action make this series one every fan of crime, adventure and gangland dealings will love.
About the Author:
I Grew up in Queens, New York. I’m a Korea Veteran and I retired from the FDNY. I started writing late in life hoping to help my grandchildren pay for their college education. I found that I could write a good story, resulting in 33 books and 38 awards and a multiple top 100 author.
AWARDS
The STARLIGHT CLUB (12 awards) 1 SILVER in the 2012 eLit contest in the ‘TRUE CRIME’ category’. 2 HONORABLE MENTION in the 2013 Reader’s Favorite ‘HISTORICAL FICTION’ category’. 3 IPPY award FINALIST in 2014. 4 GOLD SEAL MONTAIGNE MEDAL FINALIST in 2014 ERIC HOFFER BOOK CONTEST. 5 FINALIST in the 2014 (NIEA) National Indie Excellence Awards-CRIME-FICTION Category 6 BRONZE on August 25, 2014, in the CIPA HISTORICAL FICTION category. 7 FINALIST in the 2015 USA Regional Excellence Book awards. 8 Included in Shelf Unbound’s 100 best Indie Books of 2015 as a NOTABLE INDIE 9 FINALIST in the 2015 USA REBA NORTHEAST Regional Contest Fiction Category 10 HONORABLE MENTION in Library Thing 2013 Book Contest. 11 2019 INDEPENDENT PRESS AWARD DISTINGUISHED FAVORITE in the Crime Fiction Category.
THE STARLIGHT CLUB 2 12 2015 BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR SO FAR
THE LONE JACK KID (3 awards) 13 FINALIST in the 2013 READER’S FAVORITE in the ‘WESTERN’ category. (1) 14 FINALIST in the 2014 LARAMIE AWARDS. (2)
THE LONE JACK KID: THE RETURN (Award winner) (3) 15 TRUEWEST MAGAZINE – Best of the West 2016: Western Books – Self Published Category
THE REVENGE OF JOHN W. (Award winner) 16 2nd place Winner in 2015, 21st Annual C.I.P.A. E.V.V.Y. Book awards in the FICTION/WESTERN Category.
FIRE: BOX 598′ (Short Story) (Award winner) 17 BRONZE in the 2013 Readers Favorite contest – ‘HISTORICAL NON FICTION’ category.
‘ENGINE 24: FIRE STORIES 1, 2, 3’ (5 awards) 18 BRONZE-FIRE STORIES: BOX 598 19 SILVER-in the 2015 eLit contest in the ‘ESSAY/CREATIVE NON-FICTION category. 20 FINALIST-Chanticleer 2016 Book Contest in the Short Story Category. 21 FINALIST 2017 Book of the Year Award in the GENERAL NON-FICTION Category. 22 HONORABLE MENTION-ENGINE 24 FIRE STORIES 1, 2, 3 2016 CHANTICLEER OVERALL BEST SHORT STORY/NOVELETTE
LAFITTE’S TREASURE (7 awards) 23 GOLD in the 2015 eLit contest in the HISTORICAL FICTION category. 24 2015 BOOK COVER was a DaVinci FINALIST in the ERIC HOFFER BOOK CONTEST. 25 2015 BOOK was awarded Da VINCI EYE FINALIST in the ERIC HOFFER BOOK CONTEST 5 STAR REVIEW by READER’S FAVORITE in May 2015 26 2015 BEST COVER AWARD by BooksGoSocial.com. Was awarded a cash prize by Lawrence O’Brian of Dublin, Ireland. Voting performed by the public and judges. 27 3RD PLACE WINNER in 2015, 21st annual C.I.P.A. E.V.V.Y. BOOK AWARDS in the FICTION/HISTORICAL category. 28 2015 Chanticlear BOOK AWARDS CLUE FINALIST for Thriller/Suspense 29 2016 GOETHE FINALIST – Post-1750 HISTORICAL FICTION
TOMMY TOPPER AND THE PIXIE PRINCESS (2 awards) 30 FINALIST at the 2015 READER’S FAVORITE AWARD CEREMONY held in Miami. (5 STAR REVIEW by READER’S FAVORITE.) 31 FINALIST in the 2017 IAN Book of the Year Award in the CHILDREN’S FICTION Category
THE OLD MAN AND THE KING: (2 awards) 32 GOLDEN EARPHONES AWARD WINNER – by Joe Corso | Read by Al Benelli 33 Finalist in the 2017 Readers Favorite contest
THE TIME TRAVELER (3 awards) 34 FINALIST in the 2016 Readers Favorite Book Contest 35 FINALIST in the 2016 BOOK EXCELLENCE AWARD CONTEST Science Fiction Category 36 The Time Traveler was selected as Many Book’s April Book of the Month under the Sci-Fi genre.
A portion of Rabia Tanveer’s December 2015 Reader’s Favorite 5 Star Review of the “Time Traveler” follows.
“I have to admit, I was a little skeptical about this novel. However, I could not help myself, I had to read it. I’ve heard great things about Joe Corso and the way he writes, so I thought this would be the perfect time to start a novel and see what he’s got. And you know what? I was so into this story that I did not even realize that I was almost halfway done. It was interesting and very refreshing. It was so good that I started to re-read it immediately after I finished it. Huge thumbs up for Mr. Corso for writing such a great story.”
SHOOTOUT IN CHEYENNE (2 awards) 37 2016 BOOK EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNER in the WESTERN CATEGORY 38 2017 TRUE WEST BEST OF THE WEST – SELF PUBLISHED & SMALL PRESS WESTERN BOOKS CATEGORY
About the Book:
Meyer Lansky, famous crime boss, has to leave his beautiful luxury hotel, Habana Riviera in a hurry when government unrest causes upheaval in Cuba. In the confusion of exiting the country, one of Meyer’s trusted associates, Ira Goldbaum, steals millions of dollars of Meyer’s money and hastily leaves the country. Meyer vows to get even and to recover his money, but when his closest friend Charlie “Lucky” Luciano dies, he has no one to trust to help him find Ira and get back what is rightfully his. Then he remembers Big Red Fortunato, a powerful mob boss who is not connected to the corruption of the conglomerate Meyer has been instrumental in creating. Red is glad to help Meyer, putting their past differences aside, but he has a laundry list of other pressing issues that are part of being a crime boss. Besides entertaining Meyer Lansky, there are a group of young punks busting up slot machines and jukeboxes that Red owns, he has company from Las Vegas, and his wife called, hinting at trouble at his movie studios in Los Angeles. Red feels pushed and pulled from coast to coast as the thought occurs to him: Can all of these problems be connected in some way? This is the twelfth explosive installment in the award-winning Starlight Club series by Joe Corso, following the adventures of Big Red Fortunato and his cohort of colorful characters.
Braveheart meets Love Actually in this incredible journey of discovery.
As this compelling story begins we find the protagonist
Douglas McCombs distraught, having nursed his wife Hope, the love of his life,
with Alzheimer’s for the last 5 years, she has died. Grief-stricken he falls
into the deepest of despairs and goes to that place only those who have lost
love ones will know. Unable to remain in the family home he moves to an
apartment and there gives up on everything, his reason to be lost…
Luckily his good friend called Mark calls to see him and is
devastated by the shadow of a man Douglas has become. Gently he reminds him
that he is an accomplished man with hundreds of patents and inventions to his
credit, and reflects of the time when he was at the White House receiving the
National Medal of Technology and Innovation for his inventions and advances in
health science technology from the President, reminding Douglas about his own
incredulity that he was actually there, and how he asked himself, was it his
upbringing, his wife Hope, or his Scottish ancestry?
Finally, Mark wins him over and thus beings his re-emergence
into normal life, catapulted forward by a chance incident which is just the
catalyst he needs, the meeting of librarian Suzy Hamilton. Encouraged by her
love of research, suddenly he finds himself rekindling his need to discover
himself through his genealogy, which traces back to Scottish clans with their
fierce pride, and loyalty. His journey takes him across the world, places his
ancestors at important historical events, and introduces him to the determined
and strong men, and women, whose blood flows through his veins.
Coming from Scottish roots, I know first-hand of the deep
pride the Scottish feel in their family, its roots, and the glorious country
which is their home. No matter where in the world they are, you can’t take
Scotland out of a Scot, and I should know, living in France. This feeling and
strength grows steadily in Douglas as he begins to understand more, and more,
his family and how it has evolved including the sacrifices each generation has
made for their children.
With these revelations come other more personal ones, as he
slowly begins to permit himself to feel again, he learns anew how to smile,
look forward to life, and yes, he even rediscovers his reason to be.
At the beginning of this incredible story there was heartrending sorrow, and then slowly the pages like petals unfurl, and with them so does Douglas. Emotions grow and events unfold until eventually, having feverishly been unable to put it down, I discovered with great sadness that I had reached the end of the most incredible story, I have ever read. Highly recommended!
About the Author:
Norman McCombs was born in Amherst, New York, in a home built by his immigrant father. He graduated from Amherst Central High School, where he met his late wife, Grace. Norman went on to earn an AASEE from ECTI, along with a BSME and an ScD from State University New York at Buffalo while serving in the New York Army National Guard.
Norman is a Fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, which honored him with the EDISON Medal, their highest patent award. He has received numerous other awards for technical achievement, including the National Medal of Technology and Innovation from President Obama for develop- ing the portable oxygen concentrator credited with saving and extending the lives of millions with lung diseases. He has over two hundred patents worldwide, primarily for air separation technology used for a myriad of oxygen applications around the world.
Norman is also an officier commander of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, as well as a sculptor, classical guitarist, and an avid fan of opera and the fine arts in general.
About the Book:
An epic tale beginning in 15th-century Scotland and flowing through time to modern-day New York, A Reason to Be is a tale of loss, hope, and the transcendent power of the love that bind us to one another.
Douglas McCombs is an accomplished engineer and recent widower driven to discover the truth of who he is by studying the people and places he comes from. After losing his wife to a battle with Alzheimer’s, Douglas is left devastated until a chance encounter with a sharp, compassionate librarian named Suzy Hamilton on the steps of the New York Public Library shakes him from the throes of grief.
With Suzy’s help, Douglas takes up genealogy and begins an investigation into his Scottish lineage that takes the reader on a sprawling journey through time and the remarkable lives of Douglas’s ancestors—from legendary highland clan chiefs and American war generals to humble farmers and family men. As he traces his ancestry through the generations, Douglas manages to discover not only the roots he was searching for, but also a brand-new reason to be.
A young Gambian man’s search for a new life in Paris.
In this interesting story we
follow the immigration, hopes, and dreams of the protagonist Sainy as he leaves
his native Gambia, in search of a better life in Paris. This migration is seen
as a way of securing a better future, however it is still a courageous thing
for the young Gambian man to do.
The story begins with Sainy’s
plane descending to Roissy, Paris Charles De Gaule. Immediately he discovers
how different Europe smells, how dull it is, and how wet. Yet, this is the
place where his future lies, and he is soon to learn that life in Europe is
very, very different from his native Africa.
He manages to find lodgings in
Paris with Janneh, a friendly African who is extremely generous and is very
caring, and his wife Kaddy. However life amongst the African community in Paris
is very different from back home. He discovers that the women benefit from the
famous French “Allocation familiale” – Child Benefit monthly, free medical
care, and transport on the buses and the metro. In this promised land of
Liberté Égalité Fraternité the role of the woman is very different from in
Gambia, and this is something the women and their husbands find it difficult to
adjust to.
Sainy manages to secure a
temporary residents permit for three months and spends his time watching how
his people live and behave in this other country, comparing in very thought-provoking
ways, the lives they lead now to how their lives would have been, had they
stayed in Africa. He discovers the ‘Peculiar’ attitude of his people living in
this very different country, noticing their anger and how the roles are
different. His people may be in another country, far from Gambia, but their
heritage and roots still stand firm in their hearts and outlook, especially
when they feel there is injustice. He discovers that some traditions like the
replacement of wives if one dies are still maintained even though they are out
of their own country, and realises that it is impossible for his people not to
compare the differences in the cultures and how it affects them. It is
interesting that as he watches it doesn’t seem to occur to him that he might
adjust the same, and that under the umbrella of Europe he may adapt, and adopt
these different values himself.
He falls in love with the
beautiful Gambian divorcée Fatou. She had admired him since they first met at
Kaddy’s, and they got to know each other more. A mother of a young son, she
looks after him well and eventually they become engaged and married. The icing
is truly on the plate when Sainy receives his residency permit, now nothing can
stop him following his dreams…
The author of this interesting
and thought-provoking story, Lang Fafa Dampa was born in the Gambia, migrated
to Paris, where he earned a B.A. in English Language and Literature, and a
Ph.D. in English Studies (Society and Culture). He also taught Legal English
(Law and Politics – UK/USA) and Economic English, for two years before
returning to Africa and working as a Senior Research and Programme Officer at
the African Union office (the African Academy of Languages) in Bamako, Mali,
from November 2009 to July 2015, and as Acting Executive Secretary from August
2015 to December 2018, and from then to now as Executive Secretary of the same
institution.
This fascinating story gives its readers a true look into the lives of Gambian immigrants to Europe, showing the adjustments they have to make, and what drives them to succeed.
About the Author:
Born in the Gambia, Lang Fafa Dampha lived and worked in Paris between 1989 and 2009. He has obtained a B.A. in English Language and Literature at the University of Paris 7 Jussieu, and a Ph.D. in English Studies (Society and Culture) at the University of Paris IV Sorbonne. Lang Fafa taught Legal English (Law and Politics – UK/USA) at the University of Paris 2 – Panthéon Assas, and Economic English (introduction to banking and finance, and the history of economic thought) at the University of Paris 8, Saint Denis, for two and a half years. He returned to Africa in November 2009 and is now working as Executive Secretary at the African Academy of Languages (ACALAN), in Bamako, Mali, which is the African Union’s specialised institution mandated to develop and promote African languages so that they could be used in all spheres of life in Africa.
Sainy, a young Gambian immigrant arrives in Paris with high hopes for a better life; . At firstin the beginning, he faces a lot of immigration restrictions. He is later seduced by Fatou, a Gambian divorcée who madly falls in love with him, and they get married. Through the eyes of the protagonist, the reader will discover, the purposelessness, fake lifestyle and illusion surrounding the community of African immigrants living in France, marked by racism, treachery, jealousy, adultery and death.
I have eagerly awaited this, the second part of Carole Bumpus’ culinary tour searching for family and traditions at the French table, and I was not disappointed.
Carole and her good French Californian friend and translator Josiane Selvage begin this adventure by heading to the Somme, a now beautiful area which was the site of some of the most horrendous battles in WWI and WWII, and indeed even now, dotted throughout the countryside and coastal towns are the remains of the wartime bunkers, along with the memorials to the thousands who died there.
Then they carry on through the Nord-Pas-de-Calais to Dunkirk to meet with an old friend Veronique, and her mother, and thus their culinary journey begins as they discover the delights of cuisine pauvre or peasant food of France.
For those of us who love France and also who have a deep respect and interest in the tales of the older generations, this book is a real gem. Carole and Josiane are invited into many households on their travels, and they provide wonderful snapshots of the families, their history and that of the regions. The book is overflowing with descriptions of the wonderful regional produce and tales of times gone by.
Following the coast, the pair travel west, driving through Normandy and catching up with old friends. Near Mont St. Michel they stop off at the Manoir and are lucky enough to obtain an interesting interview with M. Barreaux, its owner and head chef. It is there that they are able to savor the delicacy of pré-salé d’agneau. These lambs (agneau) graze by the bay, consuming the salt-encrusted marsh grasses, and this is what gives their meat its unique flavor. Just one of the many exceptional local products they are lucky enough to sample on this amazing journey as they travel on through picturesque Brittany, with its breath-taking coastal views, wonderful architecture, and of course the delicious cuisine, before heading down to the Pays de la Loire.
The Pays de la Loire and the Loire Valley hold a special place in my heart because it has been my home for the last 16 years. Sampling its wonders is a daily pleasure, and I have enjoyed visiting the tuffeau cave homes, and the mushroom caves, in the area, taking home their produce to cook. However, I was fascinated to read about the truffle farms, with their truffle dogs (and pig,) and discover some of the uses of this world-renowned delicacy. The majestic chateaux and beautiful landscape of woods and vineyards truly comes alive through the author’s wonderfully descriptive writing, and it is no wonder that this incredible area steeped in history is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
However France has a diverse landscape and soon the pair find themselves noticing that it has changed, first to rolling hills, and then more mountainous, as they arrive in the Auvergne region, the Massif Central. Here, as in all over France local produce is celebrated, from the scallops and oysters of the coast to the Auvergne’s Fête du Cochon where each year a pig is slaughtered and is the center of celebrations, as this is an important time of the year and a traditional part of village life.
This book captures the French people, their love of family and friends, their generosity, and their passion for sharing good quality fresh local food. The author has generously ended the book with a collection of some of the wonderful recipes for us to enjoy making in our kitchens, whilst embracing the flavors and traditions of French family life.
Throughout it, however, the devastating effect the World Wars have reeked on families, and communities is heart-breaking. Yet despite this these people have survived and carried on with fortitude. The tragedies have given strength to this nation, emboldened them with incredible comradeship, and inspired the bravery of the resistance.
In conclusion, I would highly recommend this excellent book, and I am sure it will be enjoyed by anyone loving, France, cooking, traditions, and history.
About the Author:
A retired family therapist, Carole Bumpus began writing a culinary travel series when she stumbled upon the amazing stories of women, recipes and war in France. Her historical novel, A Cup of Redemption, was based on the poignant story of a French woman she had met and interviewed. It was published October 2014. Her unique companion cookbook, Recipes for Redemption: A Companion Cookbook to A Cup of Redemption was released August 2015 with the recipes from all the foods savored in the novel.
In addition to the cookbook, she is completing her original series of culinary travel books, Savoring the Olde Ways. The first of this series, Searching for Family and Traditions at the French Table, Book One, is to be published August 27, 2019. The second of the series will follow in one year completing the original French tour. The third book, Searching for Family and Traditions at the Italian Table is scheduled for April 2021.
She has also had three short stories published in the California Writers Club – Fault Zone anthologies: Words from the Edge; Stepping up to the Edge and Over the Edge. She has received numerous writing awards including: Honorable Mention in fiction and also Runner-Up in cookbooks in the London Book Festival – 2015; Honorable Mention in fiction for A Cup of Redemption – Paris Book Festival – 2016; Bronze Medal – IPPY Award – Cover Design of A Cup of Redemption – 2016; Finalist – International Book Awards – A Cup of Redemption – Historical Fiction – 2016; Finalist – International Cookbook Awards – Recipe for Redemption – 2016 – www.carolebumpus.com
About the Book:
Join Carole Bumpus as she continues the culinary journey of Book One in Searching for Family and Traditions at the French Table, with her incomparable guide, Josiane, as they head north from Paris to Nord-Pas-de-Calais, Normandy, and Brittany, then drop into the Loire Valley before ending in the Auvergne.
Sample family favorites and regional delights such as Flemish Potjevlesh, Algerian-influenced chicken tagine, moules (mussels) in cider and cream, salt-encrusted Lamb Grevin, Far Brêton, and Pâté de Pomme de Terre. Enjoy the music and antics of local festivals like La Bande de Pecheur (Gang of Fisherman), Feast of St. John, and the Blessing of the Fleet. Discover the wonder of troglodyte caves, wineries, and truffle farms in the Loire Valley. Then travel to Josiane’s family home, where you, too, can discover why food and family time are considered sacred in the Auvergne. And, all along the route, witness the impact WWI and WWII on the families profiled. Even seventy-five years later, the legacy of war remains―and yet, incredibly, the gift that each generation has handed down has been gratitude and a deep understanding of the importance of family.
A compilation of personal stories, memorable moments, family secrets, and mouth-watering recipes, this French culinary travelogue is sure to find a prized place on the bookshelf of readers who love France―its food, its people, and its history.
Steven Myers, the award-winning author of this awe-inspiring
book has had an unparalleled career. He graduated from Stanford University with
a BS in Mathematics, is a serial entrepreneur, director of public and private
company boards, CEO, coach, author, public speaker, and aviator. He has
achieved astonishing success with his company SM&A, which is an
international management consulting firm serving aerospace and defense,
aviation, telecommunications and other high-tech industry clients, he is a
two-time US Air Force veteran, and a loving husband and father.
In this incredible story which is accompanied by amazing
photographs, the author pays homage to the famous Charles Lindbergh, the
American aviator who made the first non-stop transatlantic aircraft flight in
1927. He does this by sharing with his readers his own incredible adventure
when in 1992 he became the first American aviator to pilot an aircraft into the
Russian Kamchatka Peninsula, since Charles and Anne Lindberg’s flight in 1931.
Steven Myers amazing adventure was an incredible aviation
feat, and one which had to be completed adhering to the three basic rules of
aviation: Don’t crash, don’t run out of gas, and don’t get lost. The latter was
a challenge as in 1992 the Air Force had a few satellites in orbit, but
although GPS was being created and was starting to appear for land and boat
use, there was nothing available for the aviation market.
With fortitude and attention to detail, this serial
entrepreneur, called upon his knowledge, meticulous planning, and determination
and then on the 4th July 1992 he began this epic journey, flying out of US
airspace, across the Bering Strait, into former Soviet Union airspace, through
Siberia, and into the Kamchatka peninsula. He was accompanied by Tom
Heinsheimer, space scientist and Vice President of SM&A, Tom’s wife, Julie,
an expert in Russian cultural affairs, Ed Beall, a Torrance architect and urban
planner, Mike Stoner, 31, of Palos Verdes, a photographer and documentary film
producer. When they eventually touched down at Russia’s Provideniya airport,
they were joined by Viktor Shlyaev who had been assigned to fly with them
whilst they were in Russia. This likable man was their interpreter, navigator,
companion, and, of course, the eyes of the State.
The journey for all concerned was amazing and the book has
wonderful photographs. Through the author’s incredibly descriptive writing the
diverse landscapes they viewed comes alive. From Icebergs in Alaska to the
scenery of the Kamchatka River Valley, which runs south between the two ranges
and contains twenty-nine active volcanos. He also treats us to fly-on-the-wall
glimpses into the everyday lives of the people he visited, from remote
villagers to mighty Heads of State.
For those interested in aviation and technology the details
throughout the book will provide an in-depth insight into aviation and space
technology.
With this flight Steven Myers also helped create a union
between the United States and the governor of Kamchatka being pivotal in
establishing one of the first successful Russian-American ventures. He helped
create a refueling base for carriers with international cargo near the city of
Petropavlovsk and introduced entrepreneurship into post-Soviet Russia. In doing
so he pioneered expansive business enterprises with the potential to transform
the lives of the people of the Russian Far East.
I have never read a book which can come anywhere near this one as a real-life adventure, an expedition into unknown territory, facing dangerous situations, and throughout told by the man himself, ‘the real deal.’ In this book the author reflects on what makes people like Lindberg go on to live exceptional lives, and where do they get the courage from? For me, he answers this question by telling his readers his own near-death experience at the bottom of a crevasse on Mt. Rainier. He reveals that during the experience he never considered he would not survive, perhaps it was his ability to face adversity with courage, and discovering his inner strength which led him to go on to live his own remarkable life and has made him the man he is today. Highly recommended!
About the Author:
Steven Myers is a successful four-time CEO and serial entrepreneur, director of public and private company boards, CEO coach, public speaker, author, and aviator. He has conducted business in a dozen countries in Europe and Asia. He is an Ernst & Young “Entrepreneur of the Year” for Software and Information Services. He graduated from Stanford University with a BS in Mathematics, is a two-time US Air Force veteran, a recipient of the California Governor’s Special Recognition Award and the FAA Wright Brothers Award.
Steve founded SM&A, Inc., which grew into a NASDAQ-listed $110 million annual revenue international management consulting firm serving aerospace & defense, aviation, telecommunications, and other high-tech industry clients. After a very successful IPO in 1998, he served as Chairman and CEO for ten years before the company was sold to private equity in 2008. His private equity investment company, Dolphin Capital Holdings, Inc., has interests in a broad array of enterprises.
A nationally recognized thought leader on business competitiveness, Steve is a frequent guest lecturer on entrepreneurship at the University of Southern California’s Marshall School of Business. He served three terms on the US Department of State Advisory Committee on International Economic Policy. He also served on the Department of Homeland Security Advisory Council Task Force on Cyber Resources.
Steve is a highly accomplished aviator, holding an Airline Transport Pilot license with eleven jet type ratings. With more than 6,000 hours of flight time, he received the FAA’s highest civilian award in 2020, the Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award.
In 1992, at the end of the Cold War, Steven Myers became the first American since Charles Lindbergh in 1931, to pilot an aircraft into the Russian Kamchatka peninsula. There he formed one of the first post-Soviet era joint ventures—a pioneering, expansive, business enterprise with the potential to transform the lives of the people of the Russian Far East.
Steve’s remarkable true story recounts the dramatic adventure, courageous entrepreneurship, and intrigue in the creation of a breakthrough business in a remote corner of the world, a wonderous place few people have been to or know anything about.
The underlying theme of the story is the clash of two vastly different cultures: Americans, with go-for-broke, entrepreneurial “can do” attitudes, and Russians with a long, painful history of constraining rules, risk aversion, and fear.
After years of hard work, just as the enterprise is about to achieve breakthrough success, an unexpected warning by US government agents alerts Myers that his life is in danger if he continues with his business activities in Russia. How he reacts, and what he does next, provides a gripping, dramatic climax to the story.
A timeless exploration of human conflict, determination, and power, this book will inspire adventurers, aviators, entrepreneurs, business leaders, politicians, and diplomats to push past their fears and take command of their dreams. After all, “the cornerstone of courage is optimism.”
In this inspirational book the author, Brian Ehlers, really
proves that Eleanor Roosevelt’s quote ‘life is what you make it,’ can be true. In
revealing his story the readers get a glimpse into what it is like living life
severely-hard-of-hearing and becoming a volleyball star.
Brian and his older sisters Debbie and Laurie were born in
Minnesota, but the family moved to Southern California, and this is where he
grew up. His childhood memories are happy as part of a loving and supportive
family, however very early on his parents noticed him not responding to his
name and it was discovered that he was severely hard-of-hearing. They decided
to enroll him in the nearby John Tracy Clinic which was one of the world’s most
acclaimed private providers of audiology diagnostics education and family
support for pre-school to young hearing-impaired youth. Here he learned to
master lip reading without a hearing aid, and this empowered the young Brian,
enabling him to attend mainstream schools. As a child he embraced life,
traveling with his family, enjoying adventures and this established his
positive thinking attitude, allowing him to believe nothing could stop him from
achieving his dreams.
He went to Chadwick private school and learned there that it
takes commitment and dedication to succeed at sport. His two favorites were
basketball and volleyball, however, it was volleyball which was to become his
focus. After Chadwick, he went to Pepperdine and during the following years had
an extremely successful sporting career.
It is through following his career the reader discovers the
sacrifices and dedication required when training for the Olympics and major
sporting events. Although in time, an injury forced retirement from playing
professionally, his love of volleyball continued.
As husband to Gracie and father to Jake and Laney, his focus
in life changed to being a good father, and a successful businessman. He discovered
other ways of supporting his favorite sport and was eventually to accept an
offer to come out of retirement and successfully coached volleyball at TCA.
However, over time he realized his true passion was to focus on helping players
at all levels get better, and achieve their own personal best, and teaching
them that it was not all about winning, and as in with other avenues in life,
you grow by facing adversity.
This attitude has helped the author face challenges in his
own life, and as the book draws to a close we find him offering an important
piece of advice to his readers, and this is, “Live your story, make a positive
impact on the world, and leave a legacy that is yours.”
There is no doubt that the author has had an incredible impact on those around him throughout his life. His resilience, positive attitude, his impact on the people he has coached and the volleyball scene, and his passion for his children, make this memoir a truly unforgettable read.
About the Book:
The author provides a firsthand insight into his life as a trailblazer who, despite being deaf, became a successful athlete, father, coach, and life mentor in a hearing world. Lost his hearing at the age of three Dreamt of being an airline pilot Came close to racing motorcycles Became a high school basketball star Was a multiple volleyball champion Represented USA Men’s Volleyball Now a well-known volleyball legend Helped others reach for their dreams Never learned or used sign language The book will both surprise and challenge the reader with some funny, amazing, and inspiring experiences that very well may motivate themselves to do better in certain parts of their own lives. You, as the reader, can consider this mine and your personal life playbook. There is a decent chance you will find something to use in here. Soaring through Silent Skies is also a modern, positive, and correct portrayal of the deaf culture in our country. This book describes the trials and tribulations, the opportunistic life, and unique success of a deaf person. This is Brian at his wisest, bluntest, wittiest, and most relevant and humble self.
About the Author:
Brian Ehlers has long been well known in USA volleyball circles for his uncanny “court sense” and legendary vertical leap. He also achieved notable coaching and training success in junior club volleyball. He is a dual Athletic Hall of Famer at Chadwick Prep High School and at Pepperdine University-Malibu. Brian is generally recognized as the first ever deaf volleyball player to win an NCAA championship and start in the USA Men’s National Team program in international competition.
