What makes a person join the army? In the case of Thomas Foster, it followed a troubled childhood and a search for stability. A warrior at heart, Thomas became tired of his dysfunctional family, a life of partying, drugs, unstable relationships, and a looming mental...

Melina Druga's 1917 offers a unique glimpse into the pivotal year of World War I through the lens of contemporary newspapers in Canada and the United States. The book focuses on two major events: the United States entering the war and Canada's victory at Vimy...

In 1916, Melina Druga offers an engrossing exploration of the pivotal events and attitudes that shaped Canada and the United States during a critical year of World War I. Drawing from contemporary newspaper accounts, the book provides a fascinating dual perspective, juxtaposing Canada’s involvement in...

Melina Druga delivers 1915, the second installment of A Tale of Two Nations: Canada, U.S., and WWI, offering a gripping historical narrative that reflects the tumultuous realities of the First World War. Drawing from contemporary newspaper accounts, Druga explores the significant events of 1915, particularly...

Melina Druga's book, 1914, offers a compelling exploration of the early days of World War I, viewed through the lens of North American newspaper coverage. As the inaugural volume in A Tale of Two Nations series, it draws readers into the contrasting narratives of Canada...

The Red Stock Company by Troy Hibbs is an intricately woven memoir that captures soldiers’ grit, sacrifice, and humanity during the Vietnam War. The story unfolds in the humid, tension-filled landscapes of Vietnam and Cambodia, where military strategy, brotherhood, and the haunting reality of war...

Ron Jansen's An Otherwise Healthy Person is a compelling memoir depicting his experiences as a Marine Corps squad leader in Fallujah, Iraq. Jansen reminisces on the nature of war and how his military experiences shaped his life while stationed in Iraq and his return home....

Love, Norm: Inspiration of a Jewish American Fighter Pilot by Norman M. Shulman is an inspiring memoir that explores themes of identity, resilience, and the profound impact of mentorship across generations. Shulman, a Jewish American psychologist and stepfather, crafts a heartfelt narrative through letters to...

Jon Michaels uses Say Yes to remind readers that the small things in life can have a large impact and that attention to detail is vital. He also advises us to seize the opportunities that present themselves by saying yes. He refers to these options...

My Rude Awakening by Edward Charles Featherstone is an unfiltered memoir that recounts his extraordinary life journey from the elite circles of English society to the unforgiving world of combat aviation. Raised in privilege, Charles undergoes personal and emotional transformations through intense experiences, from his...