It is 1992 and banks are merging at an astonishing rate, but none of them are being held accountable. Teddy DeMarco, a banker with a conscience, strives to hold his financial institution to a higher standard. Indeed, First Northeastern Bank (1NEB) must atone for years of redlining and racial bias in its mortgage lending. Thus Teddy negotiates agreements with two activist groups that champion fair mortgage lending practices for African Americans. But sinister forces, both internal and external, arise to block Teddy's efforts and make his life miserable as the bank’s in-house politician.This novel—both funny and keenly serious—is filled with characters who are true believers. It delves u...

In a story arc covering two centuries of biological discovery, a biochemist and immunologist with 38 years of experience developing cutting-edge cancer medicines tells the fascinating origin story of today's astonishing new drugs that are changing the paradigm of cancer medicine. Whereas highly toxic treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation have long been the mainstays of cancer medicine, we have entered a new era in which more effective and less toxic immunotherapies and precision targeted drugs are becoming increasingly available, thereby improving both the duration and quality of life for cancer sufferers. What makes this book special is its insider perspective: Dr.Kelner explai...

Behind the beaches and bachata, the Dominican Republic hides stories no tourist brochure will tell. Within these pages, a fisherman vanishes on the high seas, a sanky-panky lover plays a deadly game, an inheritance tied to colonial gold sparks bloodshed, and a banker’s golf cart becomes his coffin.

From Puerto Plata’s quiet streets to the depths of the jungle, from rum-soaked fiestas to elite resorts, every tale ends with a twist — because in the Caribbean, murder wears many masks.

Caribbean Murders is a chilling collection of contemporary crime stories that proves: in paradise, the deadliest currents run unseen.

Six UCLA students - Alec Garcia, Jack Priest, Damien Jones, Amara Jackson, Jasmine Valenzuela, and Casey Chang - escape to a secluded cabin in the Alps for a winter break getaway. They’re hoping for peace, snow, and a break from their hectic college lives. But their trip takes a sinister turn when they encounter eerie signs of something lurking in the mountains - something not human. As they dig into the area's dark past, they uncover disturbing disappearances that occurred just before their arrival. What began as a relaxing retreat is now a fight for survival. Trapped and hunted, they must solve the mystery before this winter break becomes their last.

Thief of Dreams by Jerry Payne is a crime thriller that takes readers on a captivating journey through the life of the protagonist, Kyle Stone. Set in the vibrant and tumultuous city of San Francisco in the 1980s, the novel is based on the author's own experiences and offers a unique and fresh perspective on the genre. The story follows Kyle as he navigates the challenges of building a financial empire, but every time he faces a setback, he is mysteriously saved by a guardian angel or higher power, leaving him and the reader wondering about the identity and motive of this mysterious savior. The novel is expertly crafted and offers a perfect balance of mystery, intrigue and action. ...

#1 Amazon Best Seller for several weeks      A painfully accurate description of the life of a combat infantryman serving in the jungles of Vietnam.    For those who never served, it’s an eye-opener. For those who did, it serves as a reminder of that life long ago.    "Cherries" presents an unvarnished account, and upon completion, readers will gain a deeper appreciation for the trials these young men faced throughout the year.     It's a narrative that grips the reader throughout.     In 1970, John Kowalski was among many young, inexperienced soldiers sent to Vietnam to fight in a war that was already controversial...

I was hit by a car and killed! Thankfully death wasn't terminal and as the years passed in this new life, I was able to write a book, "Flight of a Lifetime" – updated to this new version. This amazing, inspiring, autobiographical story about #life #death #resurrection #horses #hope may not change the world, but it may make people's perception of the world change. It will make you cry, but also make you laugh - often at the same time; I wrote about my death and made it funny! If enough people in the world read it, we may all end up getting along and stop fighting… A book to end all wars? If nothing else, anyone reading it will see the world in a new light.

In 1967, fifteen-year-old Ronald Schulz packed his bag, left a note on his dresser, and walked away from everything he knew–Family, friends, home, and life as he knew it.Teenage Runaway–a gripping true story of rebellion, survival, and the desperate search for identity during one of America’s most explosive decades. Faced with bullies, broken family dynamics, and a school system that crushes individuality, Schulz chose the open road over obedience–and found a world far more dangerous and transformative than imaginable.Raw, honest, and unforgettable, this memoir captures the spirit of a lost generation–and the high cost of finding your own way.Teenage Runaway doesn’t just tell a s...

A sprawling multi-character epic set against an apocalyptic backdrop in which individuals – each burdened by personal conflicts, past relationships and inner demons – must navigate a world transformed by environmental disasters and supernatural forces. As society crumbles around them, these characters struggle not only for survival but also for identity, love and hope in a landscape where nature, human frailty and otherworldly power conspire to force dramatic change. Join  Paige, Gina, Cullen, Leigh, Rebecca and their allies as they navigate the end of the world only to begin a fight against a powerful insidious evil seeking to enslave or destroy anyone who survived armaggeddon...

"Can Money Buy Love" is a concise and powerful exploration of a timeless paradox. It goes beyond simple cliches to reveal what money can—and, more importantly, cannot—purchase when it comes to human connection, trust, and genuine affection. This ebook exposes the difference between bought attention and earned love.

Alex Colton,  a young, idealistic recent college graduate, received an incredible career opportunity at boutique asset management firm Carrington Capital Partners. After the death of the chief executive officer, the leading CEO candidate creates a toxic security threatening to upend and possibly bankrupt the whole financial system. Through the help of the deceased CEO’s family and the company receptionist Lynda, Alex battles through corporate and political intrigue, along with learning secrets about himself and how he is personally and professionally linked to the ongoing saga regarding him, his family, and his place with his employer.

Jimmy Crikey is the alien orphan who chose to make his home on Earth in the subterranean wonderworld of Roombelow. Jimmy was bullied because he looked different, until he found Roombelow, where his big, kind heart expanded and made him a hero.  Among his circle of friends were the four witch guardians of Earth’s realms and Lord Oron the Weatherman, who patrolled the skies in his cloud.  Jimmy’s closest and best friend, Annison, has forgotten about her previous life as a Mermite. Her memory has been wiped. That was the price the supernatural Master extracted for saving her life and replacing her tail and fins with legs.Jimmy’s computer, XRU, advised that it could be possible t...