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You May Conquer: Facing What Others Have Met
You May Conquer tells story after story about people who faced hardship that could have crushed them, yet they rose anyway. The book moves from biblical figures to modern leaders and shows how adversity becomes a teacher rather than a punishment. It blends faith, history, and personal reflection in a way that feels steady and grounded. The whole message circles one big idea. We gain real authority only when we walk through fire and come out changed.
As I read, I felt myself pulled into the rhythm of the writing. It is direct. It is serious. It carries a calm confidence. Sometimes I wanted more softness. Other times, the sharp edges felt right because the stories themselves carry weight. I liked how the authors didn’t try to polish hardship into something pretty. They just showed it for what it is and let the lessons rise from the ashes. The mix of scripture and history worked for me. It gave the book a wide lens and made the message feel universal.
I also found myself reacting to the ideas more than the prose. The writing is clear and steady, but the ideas hit like steady waves. The book pushes you to look inward, sometimes more deeply than you expected. It doesn’t yell its point. It just keeps nudging you to ask better questions about pain, about response, about what shapes character. I appreciated that. It made me feel both challenged and comforted. And honestly, it reminded me that authority is something we grow into. It is not a badge. It is a scar that healed well.
I’d recommend it to readers who want strength more than inspiration, readers who enjoy reflection, readers who welcome faith-based themes, and readers who appreciate stories that stretch across centuries to show a single truth. If you’re carrying something heavy and want a book that doesn’t pretend life is easy but still believes you can rise, this one is for you.
Pages: 207 | ASIN : B0FXJ9941M
The Truth About Us: How America Invented Black Stereotypes
The Truth About Us lays out a clear, forceful account of how America built and sustained racist stereotypes over centuries. The book traces these lies from their earliest invention, through law, science, religion, media, economics, and public policy, and shows how they still shape modern life. It moves chapter by chapter, dismantling myths about Black laziness, violence, intellectual inferiority, family structure, and more while grounding each point in historical evidence and data. At its heart, the book argues that the stereotypes themselves, not Black people, are the real inventions, the real systems, and the real national problem.
The writing is sharp and steady, and it pulls you in quickly. The author does not hide behind jargon or distance. Instead, he speaks plainly about how propaganda became policy and how those policies still mark the country today. I appreciated the way he blended history with modern examples. He shows old lies living inside new systems, and the connections hit hard. The weight of what he described, especially the deliberate crafting of myths in science and religion, stirred something heavy in me. Yet I kept turning pages because the argument is so well built and the evidence so clear.
I also found myself moved by the emotional current that runs under the facts. The book insists that the story of Black people is far bigger than oppression, and that truth adds warmth and hope to the harder chapters. When the author talks about Black excellence as a pattern, not an exception, I felt inspired. He writes with a kind of grounded pride, and I could feel that pride rising through the pages. Even in the sections about media stereotypes or mass incarceration, I sensed a push toward something better. The writing made me feel frustrated at what has been done, but also energized by what could be repaired if people were willing to face the truth.
I think this book is powerful because it does not stop at exposing lies. It points to what must replace them. Towards the end, it reads almost like a call to rebuild the country with honesty, imagination, and real courage. I would recommend The Truth About Us to readers who want a clear understanding of how racial myths were constructed and how deeply they shaped America. It is especially good for people who think they already know this history, because it pushes past the usual surface summaries and asks you to look at the machinery underneath.
Pages: 228 | ASIN : B0G2SLZF4S
The Good News Novel, A True Story
The Good News Novel tells the story of Jesus in a vivid, chronological narrative that blends Scripture with dramatized scenes. It opens with creation, sweeps through prophecy and silence, and then plunges into the lives of Mary, Joseph, Zechariah, shepherds, and scholars as the long-promised Messiah arrives. The book moves from Bethlehem to Nazareth to Jerusalem with cinematic detail, giving familiar events fresh warmth and emotional clarity. It reads like a historical novel, but it stays rooted in biblical text, weaving theology into a story that feels immediate and alive.
As I read it, I kept noticing how the writing leans into sensory moments. The author pauses for dust in the air, trembling hands, cold nights, whispered prayers, and raw human fear. I felt pulled into the tender confusion of Mary as she fled to Elizabeth’s home. I felt Joseph’s heartbreak when he tried to make sense of what looked like betrayal. And the shepherds’ shock under that sky of blazing angels brought a real lump to my throat. The author’s style is simple and direct, but it carries an emotional honesty that surprised me. It avoids heavy theology in favor of scenes that let truth land in its own time, and I found myself reacting to these familiar stories with fresh awe.
The scenes in Heaven before the incarnation felt striking and almost intimate. The kitchen-table moments in Nazareth gave the holy family a warmth that felt gentle and real. And the conversations between young Yeshua and the rabbis made me grin because they captured both innocence and impossible wisdom. The book does lean into dramatic embellishment, which some readers might question, yet I felt those additions stayed respectful and added texture without losing the heart of Scripture. At times the tone becomes earnest to the point of intensity, but I didn’t mind it. It felt like the writer was trying to honor something sacred, and that sincerity came through.
I’d recommend The Good News Novel to readers who want a fresh and heartfelt retelling of the life of Jesus, especially those who enjoy biblical fiction or devotional storytelling. It’s great for people who want to feel the story rather than just study it. And it’s a lovely fit for anyone longing for a reminder that hope still breaks into ordinary places, sometimes in ways small enough to fit in a manger.
Pages: 319 | ASIN: B0FVVGQVP2
Beyond Power – Israel and the Struggle for the Ethical State
Beyond Power sweeps across a huge landscape. It starts with the brutality of October 7 and moves through the ethics of self-defense, the failures of modern democracies, the rise of progressive ideology, and the long history of Jewish vulnerability. It tries to stitch these threads into a single idea. The author argues that Western society is drifting away from the moral core that once made democracy possible. At the same time, he says Israel stands as a case study of a nation forced to defend that moral core while being attacked for doing so. The book blends philosophy, history, and political analysis into something that feels both wide-ranging and deeply personal. It does this through rational analysis, while acknowledging both sides of many of the arguments.
I found myself pulled in many directions at once. Some chapters hit hard. The discussion of existential threat felt raw, and the writing carried a pulse that seemed to come straight from lived fear. I felt the author’s frustration with how the world reacts to Israel’s choices. I also felt his disappointment at how fragile democratic societies have become. He writes in a way that makes big ideas feel urgent. At times, I nodded along. The book has a rhythm that swings between clarity and intensity, and that mix made the reading experience unpredictable in a good way.
Then there were moments when I felt the weight of the author’s certainty. Some arguments felt tightly reasoned and grounded in the text of history. Others felt more like a call to arms. I caught myself reacting emotionally. The sections on progressivism, for example, felt like they were written out of real concern. The passion behind the words made the book more alive. It never hides how the author feels, and that honesty makes the work feel human. The tone always remains respectful of divergent views and offers solutions as well as analysis.
I walked away thinking this book is suited for readers who want to grapple with difficult questions about ethics, identity, war, democracy, and power. It is a book for people who enjoy wrestling with ideas and who do not mind strong viewpoints. It will speak to readers who are curious about Israel’s struggles, Western political instability, or the philosophical foundations of ethical societies.
Pages: 247 | ASIN : B0G1CZG9J1
The Art of Quilting
My Sister’s Quilt is a collection of interwoven stories where generations of women, connected through quilts and memory, discover how love, loss, and legacy are sewn into every stitch of their lives. What first inspired you to connect quilting with storytelling and memory?
Quilts have been in my life since I was a child, from my grandmother to my sister, who is a quilter. I spent time in the Amish community, where women still gather together to finish quilts by hand.
Each story feels both distinct and interconnected. How did you approach structuring the collection to maintain that balance?
The book had to be connected story to story and quilt to quilt to make the book work. I have to admit it was not an easy thing to accomplish, and I spent a lot of time with rewrites to make the book and stories flow for the reader.
What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?
I want to show the readers how far back the art of quilting could be found, how quilts were used in the Underground Railroad. Quilting tells a story; it is art, and its beauty is unbelievable. If you own a quilt, you hold history.
The book spans different time periods. Was there one era that was particularly meaningful or challenging to write?
Each time period was meaningful, and it was so much fun to tell a story, including a piece of history often ignored or forgotten.
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My Sister’s Quilt: A Collection of Short Stories presents quilts as silent witnesses to history, identity, and resilience. Each story is stitched with meaning-threading together lives across generations and continents.
From a quilt that crosses oceans to return to a woman who had forgotten it existed, to coded patterns aiding the Underground Railroad, these stories span eras of struggle and strength. Some pieces honor those who never returned from war. Others raise awareness through the artistry of AIDS memorial quilts or share quiet lessons passed down by grandmothers. A young entrepreneur reimagines quilting with a gothic twist, while a devoted sister supports her famous author sibling from the background.
My Sister’s Quilt is a moving tribute to love, loss, and the unbreakable threads that bind us-where the past and present live in every stitch, and history still speaks. In every square, a story unfolds. In every quilt, a legacy lives on.
The Hidden, Untold Story
Mask of Romulus follows an oracle whose visions lead her into the midst of the politics of two powerful civilizations. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?
The impetus to bring India and Rome together started with news of an archeological find in Pompeii. The report chronicled how a statue of Lakshmi was found in the ashes. I was not aware of the cross-pollination between these societies. I started to do some research, which led to Suetonius documenting how an embassy from India reached Augustus vacationing on the island of Samos in 21 B.C. I could not resist asking myself, who were these travelers from India, what was their mission or what did they hope to achieve? What were their lives before and after? How was Augustus impacted? Who was he before and after? The creative license to answer these questions inspired me to weave a narrative between the known facts and create the hidden, untold story of this pivotal woman, Kamala.
What intrigues you about this time period enough to write such a epic period piece?
I have ancestral ties to the Italian, Dalmatia and Balkan regions. I suppose that explains part of the passion. The discovery of that statue certainly sparked my interest and intrigue. The mysteries and missing bits in the chronicles of time that experts have spent their entire careers attempting to discover or explain only added to my creative fervor. There was something there to be told, my heart said. However, while it is fascinating to consider the absolute vastness of all things Roman Empire, that fascination is shared by so many authors that in my mind I was also intimidated to even try.
What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?
As I was doing my research, it occurred to me I could potentially differentiate my telling of the age of Augustus from other works covering this period by not creating a biography of Augustus, following his many feats and political maneuvers, but rather highlight specific ones as landmarks on his journey as a man. How worried was he about his legacy, what insecurities, what frustrations did he feel? The same holds for Kamala, the oracle from India. What a terrifying journey! Would her Buddhist faith be a calming influence? How would her religious and spiritual practices be challenged or accepted by Roman society? Someone owned a statue of the Goddess Lakshmi in Pompeii, so part of her faith most also be accepted in Roman culture of that time. Exploring these questions was more interesting to me as a writer than having an emphasis on one specific event or specific people, whether exploring the dire love of Marc Antony, Cleopatra, or the acts of bravery and stoicism during a specific battle or revolt. I wanted to delve into the psyche and emotions of the characters, to unpack their fears and ambitions, their strengths and weaknesses. In the end, the main themes of destiny, fate, personal philosophies and the role of spirituality are intended to fill each page with meaning, insight, and perhaps wisdom we can use for ourselves in our lives now.
What is the next book you are working on, and when will it be available?
My next book is centered on the 1921 assassination of the first elected president of the post-WW I newly formed Poland, the man who did it, and the Polish diplomat working as a double agent for the Russians that groomed the assassin into carrying it out. The book will be telling the story of the double agent, exploring his life and motivations through the lenses of societal shifts, family drama, political ambitions, conspiracy theories, and a missing Fabergé egg. It will be another sweeping saga, spanning the century 1850 – 1950. I am targeting late 2027 for that release.
I am also working on a graphic novel adaptation of my first book, The Road to Moresco. I hope to have that available in 2026.
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Literary Titan Book Award: Nonfiction
The Literary Titan Book Award recognizes outstanding nonfiction books that demonstrate exceptional quality in writing, research, and presentation. This award is dedicated to authors who excel in creating informative, enlightening, and engaging works that offer valuable insights. Recipients of this award are commended for their ability to transform complex topics into accessible and compelling narratives that captivate readers and enhance our understanding.
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Insane Extremes
Uncommon Sense is a raw, unfiltered, and unapologetic deep dive into the heart of American dysfunction, exploring the problems with both parties, and helping Americans understand how we got to this point and what we can do to correct the course. Why was this an important book for you to write?
We all know the country is more divided than it has ever been, and we all know that it has become the norm to hate those with whom we disagree…simply because we disagree. I just had enough of the shouting and the hate and the noise; I had enough of the lies that are never questioned and the misinformation that is readily accepted as fact. So, I set out to offer context and a tough reality check. Writing this book was the only way I could think of that I could contribute to the solution, to help the country get back to what we were intended to be. My biggest hope is that enough people will read it and be moved by it to wrest the control of society away from the insane extremes on both sides and restore it to the vast majority of voters closer to the middle- where governing and growth can happen.
What is a common misconception you feel people have about how America has drifted so far from its founding principles?
I am not sure I understand what you mean by misconception. America has objectively drifted from its founding principles. I believe mass media and social media are to blame. Too many people accept memes as news and headlines as information. Too many people don’t understand enough about history and the foundation of this country to see that most of what they see is just wrong. If the people shouting the loudest understood the Constitution, for example, they would see there is no reason to shout.
What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book that can help voters start to heal the division that is dividing the country?
The most significant idea to be found on the pages of this book is that we can disagree and still be friends; that disagreeing doesn’t make us enemies; that supporting conservative ideas does not make one a nazi and supporting liberal ideas does not make one a communist; that the answer to everything that ails us can be found in the middle.
What is one thing that you hope readers take away from Uncommon Sense: For the Voters Who Can Save America From Itself?
Beyond what I have already said, I hope readers take from this book the courage and tenacity to always ask the follow-up questions until they get real answers; to never accept talking points as answers; to hold their elected officials accountable for doing what is right for their constituents, or to vote them out regardless of party affiliation. Mostly, I hope they take away the ability to agree to disagree.
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The immeasurable abundance of misinformation and outright lies, combined with the unfettered vitriol cloaked in the anonymity of the internet, are feeding the beast of hate faster than anything ever has in our history. If the misinformation and hatred don’t end, America will.
Drawing from American history, the Constitution, and the voices of past leaders, Uncommon Sense makes the case that it’s not politicians who will save America, but informed, engaged, and principled voters who dare to think critically, ask questions, and speak civilly.
This is not a book for the far left or the far right—the extremes on both sides may hate its message. Uncommon Sense is for every American who’s tired of the shouting and the noise and the hate; for every American who is willing to have a real conversation.
Getting there is going to require that we put away our biases and party allegiances; that we take a deep breath and open our minds; that we flush away everything we have been told about governing and politics by network media corporations, social media content creators, and clickbait talking point headlines. We must adopt a position of simple pragmatism and logic—we must all think it through to find the simplest solutions for voters and politicians alike to pursue and tap into the true greatness America has to offer in the twenty-first century and beyond. Getting there is going to require that we ask more questions and listen to more answers . . . and that we normalize talking about it civically.
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