Michael First was eighteen years old when he graduated from MIT with a master's degree in computer science and programming, with honors. He had promised his mother he would do so before she died, losing a long battle with cancer. He fulfilled his promise, and she died weeks after his graduation ceremony. Michael blamed his father for her death. People who were able to penetrate his isolation bubble thought he might have Aspergers Syndrome, but those close to him knew he was incredibly bril...

Oklahoma in the Great War. On April 6, 1917, the United States entered World War I. As the country prepared for war, the state of Oklahoma answered the call. Thousands of men, including Native Americans who did not have American citizenship, entered the service prepared to sacrifice their lives while men and women on the home-front dedicated themselves to supporting the war effort. Like many other states, Oklahoma was hampered by overzealous Councils of Defense and the devastating Flu Epid...

In the Spring of 2108, Australian Defence Minister Aub Ryman resigns from his post, committed to an alternative system for determining the sovereignty of nations that would end warfare forever. In order to lead this transformation he must first marry Queen Katie of Kamchatka, whose many fans throughout the world have given her the power to approve or remove governments to achieve her objectives under a system known as The New Game. Before he can assume his role as King, however, The Island...

In 2107, twenty-four year-old Gary Loman is disillusioned with life. There are scant opportunities in the capitalist world that surrounds him. When he receives a prestigious invitation, Gary knows that the change he has been waiting for has finally arrived; it's a ticket to fame and glory as a skater.Leaving the old world behind, Gary embarks on a new adventure on The Island of Dreams, led by the world's newest monarchy, where he is introduced to the woman who will become his wife a...

On the fringe of the Milky Way, a great sun anchors fifteen planets on varying orbits. All but the fifth planet are lifeless and have few distinguishable characteristics. The fifth planet, however, stands forth among all others as a sparkling jewel lying upon the black velvet inter-space of the universe. Hues of blues, shades of green and brown are painted across the equatorial belt, while wisps of white and gray clouds wind and feather over the orb. Three whitish-gray moons whirl about th...

Redemption: 108,000 word high action story of a young Marine’s return home with the effects of heated action and the devastation he endured etched onto his conscience. Before PTSD became a household word, and now treated like a physical injury, veterans returned home to fend for themselves. Imagine you are the All-American boy: Accomplished and awarded high school athlete, a great student, wonderful son, loyal friend. Imagine following your father’s example and joining the Marines, then sp...

First biography of Elvis Presley (1960).10 REASONS WHY THIS BOOK IS A MUST FOR EVERY ELVIS PRESLEY FAN . . .A Beautiful Full-Page Color Pinup of Elvis!32 Pages of Photos of Elvis, His Friends and Family, and His Four Movies!A Specially Written Introduction by Dick Clark!A Complete Listing of Elvis’ RCA Victor Records!AND THESE SPECIAL NEVER-BEFORE-PUBLISHED STORIES ABOUT ELVIS:The Fantastic Life of Elvis Presley!The Whole Story of Elv...

Many people, including educators, instructors, and therapists (unless specializing in special populations), tend to shy away from the topic of autism and those affected with autism. In addition to the unknowns of autism and its often-bewildering behavior, people don’t know how to react. In The Kingdom of A.S.E (Autism Spectrum Enlightenment), author Gregory James Keyes shares a journey of discovery. He educates those who wish to learn about the domains of autism and discover a plethora of ...

Summary of Unveiling the Truth: A Detailed Study of the Book of Revelation"Unveiling the Truth: An In-Depth Analysis of the Book of Revelation" is a thorough look at one of the Bible's most mysterious and symbolically rich books. This book takes readers through the complex web of prophecy, imagery, and divine revelation that has fascinated theologians, historians, and believers for hundreds of years. The author sees the last book of the New Testament not just as an apocalyptic visi...

This book studies British cultural engagement with Napoleon Bonaparte from his 1815 surrender and time in British custody, until the return of his remains to France in 1840.Adopting a chronological approach, James Gregory studies the British use of Bonaparte in various spheres – covering political, dramatic, literary, and visual culture, and popular entertainment over a 25-year period. Gregory acknowledges not only canonical literary treatments, but also appearance...

A hero's journey about what it means to be human, overcoming loss and rejection, and finding the strength to forgive. In this science fiction epic, emotional and personal growth, freedom and sexuality, fights for voice in an advanced civilization that farms people for its needs.Am I human? Kor, a young bio-engineered soldier coming of age embarks on a dangerous journey to discover the answer. Those who are not engineered, the natural born and their oppressive Starry Empire...

On the fringe of the Milky Way, a great sun anchors fifteen planets on varying orbits. All but the fifth planet are lifeless and have few distinguishable characteristics. The fifth planet, however, stands forth among all others as a sparkling jewel lying upon the black velvet inter-space of the universe. Hues of blues, shades of green and brown are painted across the equatorial belt, while wisps of white and gray clouds wind and feather over the orb. Three whitish-gray moons whirl about th...