A creator of pulp novels follows a lead to the wild west border town of El Paso where he encounters Henry Putnam, the last surviving person with knowledge to a long-past killing. The story unfolds through Henry's recollections leading up to the fateful event. Truth and lies flourish with the tale. Only Henry Putnam knows the truth; but how much of it is he willing to share? In the image of classic old-time Westerns, El Paso Run brings an excitement of the Old West: rough and tumble cowboys...

Dion and the Belmonts: Early Doo-Wop and Rock and Rolls Years looks at this stellar vocal group as a single entity and as individual artists. The group consisted of four Bronx friends and school mates who went on to become doo-wop legends with memorable hits "Teenager in Love," "Where or When," and "I Wonder Why." Differences in music preferences caused them to break up and go separate ways. Dion would score several top ten hits like "Runaround Sue," "The Wanderer," "Ruby Baby," and "Abrah...

During 1968's Vietnamese New Year, Tet, communist troops attacked throughout South Vietnam, including direct assaults on military installations, major cities and the U.S. Embassy, in Saigon. With pathos and humor, Dragon Fire relates the exciting tale of a U.S. Navy security unit tasked with providing security to Navy installations.

A body is found on an Oahu beach and thus begins the quest to find out how it got there. Orchids and Sand is a thrilling mystery with strong romantic overtones.Join Manny, Loki, Daniela, Pako and all the others in this page-burning mystery in lush, tropical Hawaii. Vast oceans, expansive beaches, magnificent scenery and beautiful people abound in Orchids and Sand!

Del Shannon (Charles Westover) grew up in southwest Michigan, hardly noticed by his classmates. After a stint overseas with the U.S. Army, he began singing and playing guitar in small music venues back home. He and a band member hit upon a catchy keyboard riff and from that was born the rock and roll classic, "Runaway." Shannon went on to write and sing a string of rock hits, including: Little Town Flirt, Hats Off to Larry, Handy Man, Stranger in Town, and various others. When his htis beg...

The tranquil lives of woodland creatures are turned topsy-turvy when Jowls, a malicious canine, is taken in at a nearby farm. The dog's violent upbringing plagues him making him the bane of farm and forest creatures. Hostile encounters between Sebastian Rabbit and Jowls lead the reader toward a dramatic, unexpected ending. It's a tale of flight and fright that threatens animals and humans alike. Meet such memorable characters as the rabbit clan of Sebastian and Mari, callous Jowls, the mou...

This Christmas Eve tells a heartwarming story of growing up in a small town in the 1950s: the excitement of receiving the seasons' first Christmas catalog and hopeful wishes while thumbing through page by page, the first snowfall, the thrill of going with father to chop down the family Christmas tree, and then the long awaited arrival of Christmas morn. It's a sweet, nostalgic tale from an innocent time.

A return to Vietnam after serving his tour brings together an American civilian and a young Vietnamese woman. Cultural differences and family commitment collide to create what appear to be insurmountable problems as he prepares to go to Saigon to look for work. Misunderstandings by each causes immense grief for the other as the story moves to its unpredictable conclusion. Experience the country as it was in 1970--the people, the places, the hardships. Showers In the Rain is a different kin...

Johnny Rivers is one of the great rock entertainers in the business and throughout his career has readily adapted to a changing music scene, scoring major hits as a rocker, balladeer, folk artist, soul singer/bluesman and even Christian tunesmith. His hits include: Maybelline, Memphis, Where Have All the Flowers Gone, Poor Side of Town, Baby I Need Your Lovin', Summer Rain, Swayin' to the Music (Slow Dancing), and countless others. During the mid sixties, his records were constants on radi...

In June 1991, the Philippines' Mount Pinatubo erupted after more than five centuries, decimating the U.S. Air Force's Clark Air Base, the Navy's Subic Bay Naval Base and the surrounding countryside. A Fine Gray Rain tells a true account of that catastrophic event and the months leading up to it at Clark Air Base, a virtual paradise.

Ernesto Juarez’s barrio has become a haven for discarding the dead. The only option for the safety of his family is to flee across the border and establish a new life. For now, however, he must go alone. While making his way across the bleak Mexican desert he encounters a young woman on the run from merciless killers. Together they must escape to the border. Human traffickers, drug smugglers, cultish cartels, and relentless killers raise the ante on whether he will live or die. The story o...

A chance encounter on a flight to Panama began a series of life altering events between Walter Sloane and pretty Panamanian Lili Cruz. As the couple’s relationship develops, their actions introduce readers to the country’s unique culture. But not all is paradise along the lazy canal. The wanton ambition of a corrupt political candidate creates uncertainty and danger within Lili’s barrio. Ultimately, catastrophic events place local residents in harm's way. Panama Nights is a quick-paced tal...