Shirley M. Phillips’ How Not to Fly an Airplane: A Female Pilot’s Journey is a compelling memoir that takes readers through the highs and lows of her groundbreaking career as a female pilot in a male-dominated industry. With humor, candor, and emotional depth, Phillips recounts...

Registered Nurse to Rear Admiral: A First for Women…A Nurse Forever by Estelle McDoniel tells the incredible life story of Alene B. Duerk, the first woman to become a Rear Admiral in the United States Navy. From her small-town beginnings in Ohio to her long...

Adeolu Adewumi-Zer’s Afro-Optimism Unleashed: Scaling African Excellence to the Global Stage gives us a comprehensive framework for advancing African business and leadership through a mix of cultural pride, innovation, and strategic practices. Drawing from her global experiences and Afro-optimist philosophy, Adewumi-Zer leans into leveraging identity,...

Work It! How to Rock Your Career Intentionally by Maria Kyriakos is a practical, self-guided roadmap for professionals seeking to take intentional control of their careers. The book introduces a three-pillar model—Reflect & Synthesize, Reclaim & Engage, and Receive & Express—that shows how to build...

Circle of Sawdust, penned by Rob Mermin, is a circus performer’s memoir about a life lived under the big top. Beginning in the late 1960s, Rob chronicles his experiences in many different circuses through visual and written snapshots. For Rob, being a circus performer is...

Burnout in physicians can lead to adverse effects on patient care. According to Mark Sorensen, almost half of all physicians in the US and elsewhere are burned out. In The HIPUS® Revolution, Dr. Sorensen addresses this vital societal issue and calls for more IT integration...

Brandon C. Blewett’s How to Avoid Strangers on Airplanes: Survival Guide for the Frequent Business Traveler uses air travel experiences to illustrate parallels with career development and professional hurdles. He talks about common traveler behaviors, such as entitlement and poor planning, through archetypes like the...

Modern Leadership: Inspired by Mother Nature by Funké Nnennaya Michaels and Ndeye Absa Gningue is an inspiring guide that aims to teach readers about leadership through nature and animal traits. The authors share their journeys to success across different West African countries. They highlight the challenges...

Dispatches From Farm Country by Jim Patrico is an insightful and beautifully crafted chronicle of rural America through the eyes of a seasoned journalist. Based on years of reporting, the author combines personal recollections, historical background, and firsthand interviews to create a close portrait of...

Wayne B. Olivieri shares his career in the entertainment industry spanned music, acting, and writing in his memoir, The Undiscovered Showman. He formed and reformed bands like The Rockids and Olivier’s Twist, performing at key venues and recording demos, but despite some recognition and opportunities,...