Boy in the Barn: Journey of Triumph Over Horrific Child Abuse, Sexual Abuse, and PTSD
TRIGGER AND CONTENT WARNING! PLEASE TAKE THIS SERIOUSLY! This book contains many graphic examples of foul, offensive, obscene language, child abuse, sexual abuse, brutality, violence, suffering, homophobia, and racism. This book contains mature, adult (18+) content. Therefore, it should not be read by children or minors. John grew up in an incredibly narcissistic, dysfunctional family on a farm in southeastern North Carolina during the repressive 1960s. This was the model family to the broader community; his parents were considered pillars of society. Yet, this family held many deep, dark secrets governed by family honor, vanity, and pride. The parents’ standing in the community was paramount to everything else. No one, no family member, circumstance, event, or situation, was to shame and embarrass them and get in the way of how they ranked and viewed themselves. This way of life was ripe for something more insidious.
Living in Cleveland With the Ghost of Joseph Stalin
Living in Cleveland with the Ghost of Joseph Stalin is a quirky metaphysical dark comedy about death and polka music.
My Canvas Bag
Mark is a young man born into a bad family situation. He escapes by spending time in the woods. He has a canvas bag containing blankets, a flashlight, and more that make this possible. Mark’s life is a constant struggle. As Mark gets older, he makes some bad decisions but doesn’t give up. Mark discovers his ability to write and discovers himself.
No More Tears for Nonna
Al Esposito’s “No More Tears for Nonna” is a heartwarming tale that will resonate with readers of all genres. Set in Commack NY, in the late 1960s, this inspirational novel takes us on a journey through the vivid memories of young protagonist Freddy, who longs to escape the clutches of his domineering mother and to look to a brighter future. Freddy learns valuable lessons about love, loss, and the power of family through his relationship with his beloved grandmother, Nonna. With a deft hand, Esposito weaves a sprawling, multi-generational story of love, heartbreak, and hope that will leave readers both moved and inspired. “No More Tears for Nonna” is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt the profound impact of familial love, and the enduring strength of the human spirit.
Talisman: Gifts of the Shavtal
GiGi’s gift of reading auras is awakened after her stepdad beats her mother unconscious. This draws the attention of a mysterious Sidhe fairy, who presents her with a talisman from a magical other world. Gigi must resist the temptations of power while protecting her family and friends from dark forces.
The Fortress
We are the fortress, and the fortress is us.
Sim was a teacher in his old life. Now he’s the savior of orphans. He isn’t their father. God knows he has already failed in that role. But he is their guide. And the kids? They are his penance. His redemption. For three years Sim has prepared his orphans for the hard realities of life after the plague that wiped out most of the global population. Theirs is a life without laws or creature comforts. He has trained them to forage and grow their own food, to be vigilant, and to protect themselves and each other by any means necessary. In building a fortress of brick and mortar, they’ve become a fortress of flesh and blood.
The Hang-Up
THE HANG-UP WHERE MUSIC AND LITERATURE COLLIDE ‘The Hang-Up’ by Tasmanian born author/songwriter/lyricist D J McMullen puts the reader right there amongst it as the songs are written, recorded and performed, giving them a fly-on-the-wall insight into why, when and where the songs were written. They’ll walk side-by-side with the two main characters, Jordie and Jess, as they step out onto the world stage; they’ll share the highs and the lows as the characters navigate the giddy heights and the lonely nights of life as popular music stars. D J McMullen has woven Tasmania’s beauty and charm into this tale of two loves, the love Jordie and Jess share for each other and the love they both share for music. Tasmania’s scenic wonders, its rustic charm and its inhabitants (good and bad) are all painted into the story. And so as not to leave the reader wondering he has brought the story to life by recording all the songs written within the story (professionally recorded fully mixed and mastered in collaboration with a crew of very talented session musicians including vocalists Joshia Ruff and Mella Barnes) so as to give the reader an aural perspective of how the songs actually sound. They are available to the reader as either a download, in CD format or to simply listen to on the author’s website http://djmcmusic.com as they read along to the songs being written in the story. ‘The Hang-Up’ is a story music lovers everywhere, young or old, will relate to. Anyone who’s been on stage, or simply stood in front of the stage and watched on in awe will be transported back to those heady days that will have lived on in their memory.
Theo and Sprout
Sprout says she’s there to help him, to guide him. Theo, an introverted, teenage boy form a large family, is not so sure about that. He’s not sure about much of anything at the moment. You see, Theo is thrown into absolute uncertainty one morning after he has showered for school when Sprout suddenly manifests herself physically in his body. Is she a dream? A hallucination?