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The Frisian, A Medieval Novel by Richard Van Der Ven

The Frisian, A Medieval Historical Novel by Author, Richard van der Ven

Release Date: Jan 15, 2024 READ A SAMPLE | SHARE | BUY A Viking raid. A life in tatters. A young warrior’s dangerous quest to shape his destiny. … [Read More...] about The Frisian, A Medieval Historical Novel by Author, Richard van der Ven

Beneath a Crescent Moon by Mark Macedonia

Senator Congratulates Author of “Beneath a Crescent Moon” Mark Macedonia

Mark Macedonia's exhilaration knew no bounds when his highly anticipated second book, "Beneath a Crescent Moon," was published on March 15, 2023. However, the thrilling journey didn't end there, as the Butler Eagle published a half-page interview in their newspaper. Yet, the pinnacle of his excitement arrived when he received an unexpected … [Read More...] about Senator Congratulates Author of “Beneath a Crescent Moon” Mark Macedonia

Butler Eagle Article March 2023

‘Crescent Moon’ illuminates little-known era, the Ottoman Empire

A retired Seneca Valley Intermediate High School history teacher’s expertise came into play in his second published novel that uses a little-known period as a backdrop. Mark Macedonia’s “Beneath A Crescent Moon” offers a story of love, betrayal, and survival during the 16th-century Ottoman Empire. … [Read More...] about ‘Crescent Moon’ illuminates little-known era, the Ottoman Empire

2023 International Book Award Finalist - Horror

2023 International Book Awards Finalist, Horror: SPECTER, the Lazarus Project

Congratulations to Carrie Merrill, 2023 International Book Award - Horror, Award Finalist SPECTER, The Lazarus Project, Book 1 SPECTER series When gifted homicide detective Ryan Mills is recruited to a top-secret FBI division known as S.P.E.C.T.E.R., the world of the supernatural becomes more real than she could have ever imagined. She is … [Read More...] about 2023 International Book Awards Finalist, Horror: SPECTER, the Lazarus Project

Beneath A Crescent Moon by Mark Macedonia

Beneath A Crescent Moon by Mark Macedonia

Release Date: March 15, 2023 READ A SAMPLE | SHARE | BUY "An engaging adventure and melodrama bolstered by a trove of historical factoids..." - KIRKUS REVIEWS " An addicting combination of historical fact with a Shakespearean Romeo and Juliet love affair." --DW "Fascinating events, great characters and an entertaining story line. Loved … [Read More...] about Beneath A Crescent Moon by Mark Macedonia

Le JOOLA: Africa’s Titanic, non-fiction narrative on maritime accident

Bestseller in West African History This non-fiction narrative recounts one of the worst maritime disasters in history, the sinking of Le Joola - which tore at the soul of a country. Patrick Wiley's interviews with survivors and extensive in-country research revealed the shameful loss of life and incredible accounts of survival that form the heart … [Read More...] about Le JOOLA: Africa’s Titanic, non-fiction narrative on maritime accident

Interview with Peaks and Beyond Author, MF Erler

A PERSONAL INTERVIEW WITH Author M.F. Erler by Suzanne Parrott Erler is currently working on her 10th novel. But her past also offers some interesting tidbits on how these works came to life: from trekking across Ireland to traveling to China. The flavor or her experiences shows in her writing, one that is rich with flavor. … [Read More...] about Interview with Peaks and Beyond Author, MF Erler

The Pearl by Marco Lobo, Podcast

SHORT STORY:  "THE PEARL" by Marco Lobo June 15, 2022 • 30 min  Evil travels through the ages via a beautiful object held in esteem by the rich and powerful as well as the poor and weak. How that evil manifests is as unique as the evil that the object's owners can imagine. … [Read More...] about The Pearl by Marco Lobo, Podcast

THE FORGOTTEN ARTIST, The Story of Evylena Nunn Miller by Leslie Compton

READ A SAMPLE | SHARE | BUY Much of the evidence of women's struggle for recognition in the arts has disappeared and so have those who have taken part in them. In the 21st Century, where women comprise fifty percent of the professional artists, we cannot afford to neglect their achievement. Leslie Compton introduces you to one of those women, … [Read More...] about THE FORGOTTEN ARTIST, The Story of Evylena Nunn Miller by Leslie Compton

Book Business Plan: What Publishers Are Looking For from Authors

7 Things Publishers Really Want: Book Business Plan

What publishers seek in an aspiring author doesn’t just involve your book idea or even your writing. You need a book business plan. By producing a business plan for your book, you'll have done the work to prove your idea is, indeed, one publishers want. … [Read More...] about 7 Things Publishers Really Want: Book Business Plan

S.P.E.C.T.E.R. - The Lazarus Project, Book 1

SPECTER ~ The Lazarus Project, A Paranormal Suspense Thriller

READ A SAMPLE | SHARE | BUY ~ A PARANORMAL SUSPENSE THRILLER See all Books by Carrie Merrill In the afterglow, the grid vanished, and Ryan’s breath caught in her throat when she saw what remained. There was Jean, walking through her living room just as she had imagined her. Except, this woman was outlined in a halo of blue light—a hologram … [Read More...] about SPECTER ~ The Lazarus Project, A Paranormal Suspense Thriller

Where I'm Bound A Civil War Novel by Allen Ballard

Where I’m Bound, A Civil War Novel by Allen Ballard

Release Date: June 30, 2021 READ A SAMPLE | SHARE | BUY Where I'm Bound, a stunning and engaging Civil War novel, was the first novel (in 2000) to focus solely on the soldiers of an African American regiment. Throughout the war, more than 180,000 African-American men fought for the Union Army. Many were escaped slaves, others were freed men; … [Read More...] about Where I’m Bound, A Civil War Novel by Allen Ballard

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