The Special by J.E. Pendelton is set in the uncertain years leading up to the Second World War. While hitchhiking to California in search of a better life, Billy Pendleton finds himself building an automobile. He goes on to set speed records and becomes a...

Compass: Creating Exceptional Organizations: A Leader’s Guide was written by William F. Brandt, a man with an exceptional skill in strategic planning. In his book he shares his expertise for creating a successful company. As the name suggests, this book is a compass pointing leaders...

Rough Drafts: Bumpy Writing is OK (Writing is a Process) (Volume 3) by Terri Kelley is the third part of the series on how to write a rough draft. A girl is watching a stormy night. She is putting down the words that come into...

When you’re wondering how to find strength for the journey called life, remember God's Word and be encouraged. When you are encouraged, then take that encouraging word and share with someone else who needs a pick-me-up and breathe encouragement into their soul. Remember the time...

Editing: It's Time for Corrections (Writing is a Process) (Volume 4) by Terri Kelley is the fourth book in the series Writing is a Process. In this book, the author speaks about editing and how to make corrections in your writing. The young girl in...

Conferencing: Let's Talk it Over (Writing is a Process) (Volume 5) by Terri Kelley is about the requirements of conferencing while writing stories. There are several volumes to this beautiful series which deals with the many aspects of writing. This series introduces and guides children...

Brainstorming: It's Raining Ideas! is the second book in author and educator, Terri Kelley's Writing Is a Process Series. She sets out easy and simple ways for kids to start building ideas and images before they start writing. The book is marvelously illustrated by Milena...

With sixty-eight percent of employees hovering in the zone of mediocrity, it is no wonder that those above average succeed. The BossHole Effect by Dr. Greg L. Alston and Valerie R. Alston M.A., illustrates the reason for this high level of mediocrity. By defining and...

Publishing: Finally it’s Final! by Terri Kelley is the next book in Kelley’s Writing is a Process Series. This book takes us through the next step of the writing process – publishing. Once our book has been edited to perfection, it’s time to ship it...

Presenting: It’s Time to Share! is Terri Kelley’s last book in the Writing as a Process series. In this book, Kelley summarizes the whole process, beginning with brainstorming then the rough draft. After the rough draft, the editing occurs; then the writer and others meet...

Being angry and not knowing what to do about it is a difficult challenge that those who are grieving face in the process of letting go of a family member; it is intensified when you are grieving for a friend, because no one seems to...

Dead Dreams (Book 1) by Emma Right is an intriguingly enchanting story that catches your fancy and keeps you on the edge of your seat. Brianna is a regular kid from a family that is caring, loving, and a little over-involved. Wanting to live on...

Author Thomas M. Cirignano grew up in the area around Dorchester and South Boston in the '50s. In his book, The Constant Outsider: Memoirs of a South Boston Mechanic, he describes living in the urban area. The author shares his life experiences, making this reviewer...

Thomas M. Cirignano is the author of "The Constant Outsider" and "67 Cents: Creation of A Killer." This is a review of the latter. Our tale begins with Nick meeting someone in an alley to collect $1000. Instead he is stabbed repeatedly in the back...

Choices are for the Living is a practical book outlining how to live a Christian life. Ms Davenport gives a down to earth account of lessons her personal life has taught her. The book explains parts of the Bible that you would normally read and...

Skinny, Livin’ The Dream: Journey to a Second Chance in Life, written by M.E. Najar, is an inspirational and encouraging read for anyone who is hoping to improve their health and may need a little extra push or encouragement. Mary and Hector began a life-changing...

Somewhat along the lines of Aesop’s Fables, The Farm of Wisdom: 25 Unforgettable Tales That Will Ignite a Wiser You by Warren Cassell Jr. is full of tid-bits of wisdom that are taught from short parables using animals one would find on or near a...

Inside/Outside: One Woman's Recovery from Abuse and a Religious Cult by Jenny Hayworth is an honest depiction of the author's life. Jenny Hayworth belonged to a family who were followers of the religion Jehovah's Witnesses. Jenny left it after following it for thirty years of...

Peter, Enchantment and Stardust: The Poems (Peter: A Darkened Fairytale) by William O'Brien is a collection of whimsical and mystical poems inspired by the book, Peter: A Darkened Fairytale. The enchantment of the book and the adventures are captured in a variety of poems that...

Cooks, Crooks and Colt: This Investigator Serves up Results (A Harmon Colt Thriller)is a private detective story written by Kem Roy Neal. Harmon Colt was an up-and-coming L.A. chef until his personal life fell apart. He's now a private eye who lives in an abandoned...