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Progressive Rising Phoenix Press is an innovative independent publisher. Our mission is to succeed through promotion, creative cross marketing, and original content We recognize that the publishing industry has changed. We offer our authors higher royalties, significant discounts, print options that authors can not obtain on their own, and benefits such as Lexile scoring, trade show opportunities, and press releases. We offer our purchasers wholesale discounts and multiple binding options with no minimum purchases for schools, libraries, book clubs, and retail vendors. We also offer rewards for libraries, schools, independent book stores, and book clubs. Visit our website at ProgressiveRisingPhoenix.com to take advantage of these offers. Progressive Rising Phoenix Press is consistently adding new content on a regular basis and has books in the following genres: children’s chapter books and picture books, middle grade, young adult, action adventure, mystery and suspense, contemporary fiction, romance, historical fiction, fantasy, science fiction, and non-fiction covering a variety of topics from military to inspirational to biographical. All of our titles are available through our website or Ingram/CoreSource. For media requests or event bookings, please see the Contact Us page at the end of this catalogue.

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The Mischief Series is a delightful series for girls and boys, that teaches gentle life lessons about friendship, loyalty, good manners and teamwork. Independent reading second to fourth grade. Parents, teachers and grandparents read together chapter by chapter. Spider Web Scramble features a special needs fairy that can not walk, but can fly with ease. It is a Gold recipient of the prestigious Mom’s Choice Awards®.

A Fairy Match in the Mushroom Patch By Amanda M. Thrasher Softback $7.99 ISBN: 978-0-988856-81-3 Laminate Hardback $16.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-87-0 Also in Ebook When a natural disaster hits the mushroom patch the Master Engineers devises a plan to save the colony before they lose their home. Second installment of The Mischief Series by Amanda M. Thrasher.

Mischief in the Mushroom Patch By Amanda M. Thrasher Softback $7.99 ISBN: 978-0-988856-80-6 Laminate Hardback $16.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-82-5 Also in Ebook Where do fairies get their fairy dust? Find out in the first installment of The Mischief Series by Amanda M. Thrasher.

Spider Web Scramble By Amanda M. Thrasher Softback $7.99 ISBN: 978-1-944277-13-0 Laminate Hardback $17.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-14-7 Also in Ebook Friendship, hard work and integrity, shine through this delightful story as Lilly, Boris and Jack, assist Pearle through the Spider Web Scramble race. The third installment of The Mischief Series. Mom’s Choice Awards Gold Recipient.

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Walker Hound of Park Avenue By Deanna K. Klingel Softback $8.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-22-2 Laminate Hardback $15.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-27-7 Also in Ebook Elementary. Independent reading first to second grade. Walker languishes in an animal shelter in the mountains, waiting for his family to come for him. When seven year-old twins from the city arrive on vacation, Walker's life turns around. The story of this Walker Treeing Coon Hound is a true story and a testament to the hidden potential of rescued dogs. Get ready to fall in love!

Many of our titles are by award-winning authors. These awards include: Mom’s Choice Awards® Gold Recipient, Mom’s Choice Awards® Silver Recipient, IRDA, Moonbeam Children’s Silver Book Award, Royal Dragonfly First Prize Book Award, UK Wishing Shelf Silver Book Award, Voyager Marble Award from Storytellers Campfire, Texas Association of Authors First Place for Children’s 7 & Up, Texas Association of Authors First Place for Inspirational, Stars & Flag Book Award, Royal Palm Literary Award Silver for Historical Fiction, Royal Palm Literary Award Gold for Historical Fiction, Royal Palm Literary Award Gold for Science Fiction.

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The Rachel Raccoon and Sammy Skunk Series teaches children about nature and conservation from fun animal characters. These books are enhanced with beautiful illustrations and colorful photographs. Finalists in Reader's Favorite Book Contest.

Rachel and Sammy Visit the Prairie By Jannifer Powelson Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-06-2 Laminate Hardback $16.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-10-8 Also in Ebook Illustrated Learn about prairie grasses and wildflowers in the first book in the Rachel Raccoon and Sammy Skunk Series.

Rachel and Sammy Visit the Forest - A Guide to Spring Woodland Flowers By Jannifer Powelson Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-07-9 Laminate Hardback $16.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-11-5 Also in Ebook Illustrated Learn about spring woodland wildflowers in the second book in the Rachel Raccoon and Sammy Skunk Series. Rachel and Sammy Learn to Conserve Jannifer Powelson Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-09-3 Laminate Hardback $16.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-13-9 Also in Ebook Illustrated Learn about conservation in the fourth installment in the series. Received an Honorable Mention in the Great Midwest Book Festival.

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Rachel and Sammy Learn About Trees By Jannifer Powelson Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-08-6 Laminate Hardback $16.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-12-2 Also in Ebook Illustrated Learn about trees in the third book in the series.

Study Guide for Jannifer Powelson’s Rachel Raccoon and Sammy Skunk Books By Marsha Goodwin Softback $19.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-15-8 This Study Guide is intended to accompany Jannifer Powelson’s Rachel Raccoon and Sammy Skunk series. It contains a variety of questions and activities for each of the four books, including multiple choice, short answer, true and false, coloring pages, and more.

There’s a Gator Under My Bed By Amanda M. Thrasher Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-0-988856-86-8 Laminate Hardback $15.95 ISBN: 978-0-988856-87-5 Also in Ebook Illustrated

Sadie’s Fairy Tea Party By Amanda M. Thrasher Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-0-615782-87-4 A lovely preschool or kindergarten book. Delightful story about friendship.

Preschool or Kindergarten book. Putting to rest children's fears or illusions that there are monsters in the closet or under the bed. Often just a child's imagination, as in this book, a gator named Fred, under the bed!

The Adventures of Bali Bear By K & J Herrington Softback $12.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-09-7 Laminate Hardback $19.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-17-2 Also in Ebook Illustrated Follow the travels of Bali Bear and meet all of his friends, and at the same time, learn a new Indonesian word. And for even more fun, help find Tiny Ted in all the pictures.

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Amanda and the Lazy Garden Fairy By Deanna K. Klingel Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-20-7 Laminate Hardback $16.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-23-8 Also in Ebook Illustrated Preschool or Kindergarten. Amanda loves to work in the garden. While raking leaves, she stumbles upon a tiny fairy. Not your typical fairy, but a rude garden fairy. Find out what happens when fairies lose their magic in this delightful book.

Beth’s Bird By Deanna K. Klingel Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-88-7 Laminate Hardback $14.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-98-6 Illustrated Preschool and Kindergarten. This is the first book of the series. Little Beth romps through her personal playground showing how she learns the proper names and characteristics of her backyard birds.

Beth’s Backyard Friends By Deanna K. Klingel Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-01-7 Laminate Hardback $14.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-12-3 Spanish Edition Softback $19.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-42-0 Illustrated This is the second book of the series. Little Beth romps through her personal playground showing how she learns the proper names and characteristics of her backyard friends.

Melted Clowns By David C. Hughes Softback $10.95 ISBNL 978-1-940834-30-6 Laminate Hardback $16.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-19-1 Also in Ebook Illustrated

10 Little Hiccups By David C. Hughes Softback $10.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-91-7 Laminate Hardback $19.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-86-3 Also in Ebook Illustrated

Preschool or Kindergarten. Hannah loved going to the park. She especially enjoyed going to Cherry Park, and she loved it even more when the clowns stopped by... However, when the clowns stop by, so does a storm. What will she do? What will the clowns do? Find out in this beautifully illustrated book.

A preschool rhyming book in both English and Spanish that teaches children to count in a most delightful way. It is a fun, educational read for preschool, kindergarten, and lap-readers.

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Boy and Poi Poi Puppy A Tale of Puppy Love By Linda Boyden Softback $11.95 ISBN: 978-0-988856-82-0 Laminate Hardback $17.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-00-9 Also in Ebook Illustrated

Boy and Poi Poi Puppy in Doggone! By Linda Boyden Softback $10.95 ISBN: 9781944277109 Laminate Hardback $18.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-17-8 Also in Ebook Illustrated

Preschool and Kindergarten. First book in the series. Discover how Boy and Poi Poi Puppy bond, as Boy pleads his case and brings Poi Poi Puppy home for good. Set in Hawaii, friendship, loyalty and responsibility are lessons delivered in this delightful story.

Preschool and Kindergarten. Second book in the series. Set in a sugar cane field in Hawaii, Boy and Poi Poi Puppy explore how friendship can be stronger than any bully. Bullying is never acceptable, even in the animal world.

Roxy Reindeer By Linda Boyden Softback $10.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-42-9 Laminate Hardback $17.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-44-3 Also in Ebook Illustrated

Spirit The Tiny White Reindeer By Deanna K. Klingel Laminate Hardback $15.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-38-7 Illustrated

Preschool - Elementary. Have you met Roxy? She's the littlest reindeer of all. Unfortunately, every time she tries to help, she seems to get in the way. Against Roxy's wishes, Santa must lead her to her stall, so the elves may finish their chores, promising when she’s older, she'll help Santa, too. Will Roxy’s Christmas Eve be ruined? Not if Mrs. Clause has a say. Mom’s Choice Award® Silver Recipient.

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Lasting friendships can be found in the most unlikely places when you let the Spirit of Christmas guide your heart all year round. This is the lesson brought to life in “Spirit the Tiny White Reindeer” by Deanna K. Klingel. Beautifully illustrated by Steve Daniels, “Spirit the Tiny White Reindeer” is certain to become a Christmas classic treasured by the whole family.

Rap-A-Tap-Tap on My Door Book 1 By Leona Andre Softback $14.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-68-9 Laminate Hardback $22.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-84-9 Illustrated

Rap-A-Tap-Tap on My Door Book 2 Leona Andre Softback $14.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-74-0 Laminate Hardback $22.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-85-6 Illustrated

Preschool and Kindergarten. Rap-A-Tap-Tap is a collection of children stories that will transport every child and parent reader on an adventure, full of imagination, action, and humor. Join a father and his child as they explore the world through their interactive, imaginative play! Rap-A-Tap-Tap On My Door: Book 1 contains three stories: "Fire Truck Ride," "Race Car Superstar," and "The Big Snowplow."

Preschool and Kindergarten. Join a father and his child as they explore the world through their imaginative play! Rap-A-Tap-Tap On MY DOOR: Book 2 contains three stories: "A Long Time Ago," "Blast Off," and "Together Under the Deep Blue Sea."

Protected But Scared By Tania Glenn, PsyD Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-45-5 Laminate Hardback $16.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-48-6 Also in Ebook Illustrated

Mostly Happily Ever After By Dr. Leith Krakouer and Khan Wilson Softback $12.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-42-4 Laminate Hardback $20.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-53-0 Also in Ebook Illustrated

Preschool - Elementary. Christopher loves his dad - a police officer. His dad has saved many lives, and Christopher can't wait to grow up and be just like him! But TV reports show terrible things happening to the police. People are angry. Christopher doesn't understand why. Fearful and sad, Christopher watches his dad put on his uniform and leave each day to protect him and others. Will the fear ever go away? Protected But Scared deals with how kids of first responders often feel.

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Mostly, Happily Ever After is the first instalment in the “Little Big Deals” series. This book examines how children can become engulfed in the gritty conflicts and hurtful arguments that emerge when a family is at war with itself (divorce). It discusses why feuding can develop enormous momentum (beyond anything ever intended), how key reasons for the dispute become irrelevent, and how maintaining conflict by needing to be “right” and “heard” become the central issues.

The Knighting of Sir Kaye Sir Kaye the Boy Knight Book 1 By Don M. Winn Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-25-2 Laminate Hardback $19.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-24-5 Also in Ebook

The Lost Castle Treasure Sir Kaye the Boy Knight Book 2 By Don M. Winn Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-27-6 Laminate Hardback $19.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-26-9 Also in Ebook

Middle-grade series, girls and boys. The Knighting of Sir Kaye: A kids' adventure book about knights, chivalry and a medieval queen. Full of adventure, humor and warmth, this series is sure to please even the most reluctant reader.

Second installment of the series. Conspiracy and war threaten the kingdom while mysterious noises and unexplained events fill the castle. As best friends Kaye, Reggie, and Beau search for the missing treasure, jealous knights plot to get rid of Kaye for good. Can Kaye find the treasure in time to save the kingdom?

Mom's Choice Awards® Gold Recipient, and Silver, UK Wishing Shelf Book Awards, Silver Moonbeam Awards.

Legend of the Forest Beast Sir Kaye the Boy Knight Book 3 By Don M. Winn Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-32-1 Hardback $19.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-33-8 Also in Ebook

The Eldridge Conspiracy Sir Kaye the Boy Knight Book 4 By Don M. Winn Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-22-6 Laminate Hardback $19.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-23-3 Also in Ebook

Third installment of the series. The beloved tutor Alchir has vanished! And a dangerous criminal with a grudge against Alchir has just escaped from prison. Kaye is determined to find the tutor and earn a fine reputation as a knight. The search leads them to a sinister manor house at the edge of a dark forest where nearby villagers live in terror of a deadly monster!

Final installment of the series. Kaye’s father is in danger! The young Knight and his friends enter Eldridge in search of the only man who can save his father. During their journey they encounter and make a powerful enemy of Baron Thomas—the selfproclaimed heir to the throne of Eldridge. Together, the boys dodge the baron’s henchmen and race against time to stop an assassination that would plunge the two kingdoms into war.

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The Ghost of Whispering Willow By Amanda K. Thrasher Softback $10.95 ISBN: 978-0-615749-90-7 Laminate Hardback $21.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-98-7 Also in Ebook Independent reading middle grade boys and girls. Ghost adventure with fast-moving plot and likable characters. Two best friends attempt to befriend a ghost they believe they've sighted, but they're wrong. The ghost has been seeking them. Helping a friend, even if he is a ghost, turns into an intense battle they could never have envisioned. All is achieved without the direct help of parents, making the children learn resourcefulness.

Curse of the Komodo By M.C. Berkhousen Softback $10.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-39-4 Also in Ebook Be careful what you wish for! Luke and Austin Brockway can’t seem to stop arguing. While they are on a school trip to the zoo, a violent storm creates chaos in the atmosphere and their wishes are granted! Luke turns into a Komodo dragon and Austin becomes a grizzly bear. Gramps tells the boys they are victims of an old family curse that can’t be undone until the next violent storm. Until then, they must help each other survive as zoo animals. Will they ever return to their normal, happy lives again?

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The Greenlee Project By Amanda M. Thrasher Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-01-6 Laminate Hardback $18.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-03-1 Also in ebook This book sheds light on the effect of bullying on families, teachers, communities, and friends of not only the person being bullied, but also the bully. Greenlee’s strength, determination, and courage to stand up and right this grievous wrong is encouraging and inspiring. Clean material. YA, but highly recommended for tweens and early teens. Mom’s Choice Awards® Gold Recipient, Reader’s Favorite Book Award Gold Recipient

Bitter Betrayal By Amanda M. Thrasher Softback $13.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-18-9 Hardback $22.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-19-6 Also in ebook They say that there are two sides to every story and somewhere in the middle lies the truth; there’s no exception to this one. Rumors, speculations, and accusations ruin reputations beyond repair. Impaired decisions, questionable actions, and consequences with irreversible damage, destroy the lives of two young teens. But whose truth will you believe… his or hers? Mom’s Choice Awards® Gold Recipient

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The Greenlee Project Study Guide By Jane T. Pait Softback $19.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-10-3 Laminate Hardback $24.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-13-4 Also in ebook This extensive study / educational guide for multiple grades is designed to accompany The Greenlee Project by Amanda M. Thrasher and provides educators (middle school on up), youth group leaders, councilors, and others a valuable resource when dealing with bullying or cyber bullying. Also ideal for language arts or creative writing classes.

The Angela Series takes you Through Angela's relocation to a coastal town in Texas, due to her parent's divorce. Her feelings of guilt, as she blames herself for the divorce and her experience with the local “mean girls.” The principal, however, dislikes Angela for no apparent reason and is oblivious to the bullying that Angela endures. However, Angela and her friends discover something far more sinister than bullying in their school -corruption, and they uncover actual evidence. The corruption, evidence, and how Angela and her friends handle the situation with their peers, town officials and even politicians, will take the reader through Angela's senior year. Fabulous series.

Angela 1: Starting Over By David A. Bedford Softback $9.50 ISBN: 978-1-940834-48-1 Also in Ebook Angela and her friends discover something far more sinister than bullying in their school -corruption, and they uncover actual evidence. Will the powerful people prove to be more than Angela and her friends bargained for if they expose the truth? What are the consequences, and who is responsible?

Angela 2: The Guardians of the Bay By David A. Bedford Softback $9.50 ISBN: 978-1-940834-49-8 Also in Ebook

Angela 3: Silver Path of the Moon By David A. Bedford Softback $9.50 ISBN: 978-1-940834-50-4 Also in Ebook

Ignoring the bullies appears to be the biggest challenge until they unveil an unnerving situation that could affect the wellbeing of the entire town; doing something about it becomes a new mission which forces Angela to focus on the safety of her friends, family, and city. Will Angela and her friends succeed in school, stand up to the bullies, and still manage to battle against the powerful companies that attempt to ruin their city?

City officials are set to vote on a harsh anti-immigrant ordinance. This law, which would make life hard for her immigrant friends, although they are in the country legally, stirs emotions on both sides of the fence. Angela’s controversial topic for her honors History and English research paper causes tempers to flare, as increasingly heated opposition from the usual and unexpected sources come to a head.

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Faustine By Sabrina Bedford Softback $11.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-23-9 Also in ebook Raids leave Fort Lion in shambles. A young girl, Faustine, hides alone. Forced to fend for herself in the evacuated city, Faustine prepares for the bitter cold as she leaves her house in search of help. Haunted by ghostly images appearing in the icy winds, she begins to discover family secrets surrounding her father and his mysterious life. With no technology, family, or friends, will Faustine overcome her fear? Can her faith sustain her through the seemingly unending solitude?

Barry and the Vampire in The Rosedale Encounter By Darrell Bartell Softback $13.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-14-1 Also in ebook Missing persons, tormented souls, and everlasting friendships bind the living and the dead. Seventeenyear-old Barry McElroy is rescued by the mysterious and beautiful vampire, Casey Appleton, who is on a quest to find her niece. As Barry helps her, they discover that the worst predators known to mankind—or to a vampire—have made their presence known and have to be stopped no matter how high the cost.

Diamonds at Dusk By Catalina Claussen Softback $12.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-15-4 Also in Ebook

Diamonds at Dusk Teacher’s Guide By Catalina Claussen Softback $19.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-38-3

A coming of age of story. Young love, adventure and secrets.

This teaching guide provides interdisciplinary class activities, discussion questions, journal prompts, chapter summaries and reading comprehension questions, vocabulary exercises, and ACE questions aligned to Common Core standards for English Language Arts (ELA). Teachers can choose from a wide range of activities suitable for middle and high school students of varying ability.

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Cracks in the Ice By Deanna K. Klingel Softback $13.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-27-1 Also in Ebook

SPOKES By Deanna K. Klingel Softback $12.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-16-5 Also in Ebook

Sixth Grade Through Adult Gina Mangalli, niece of a mafia don, has dreams of Olympic gold as a figure skater. When tragedy strikes, Gina plunges into despair. This book tells the truth about teen alcoholism. Hope is restored and Gina learns a new kind of victory.

A Catholic girl and a Jewish boy training for triathlon, search for clues to solve the mystery of a hit and run killer. Along the way they discover the importance of truth, friendship, and faith.

Seal of Approval: Catholic Writers Guild, Selah Award Finalist 2013

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Ten-Five: You’re Going Home Marine & Other Short Stories By Darrell Bartell Softback $10.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-97-9 Also in Ebook The Twilight Zone meets Saturday Night Live in a captivating collection of short stories! Science fiction, paranormal, mystery, suspense, drama and comedy, combined in one collection of plot twisting reads. Some tales based on true stories, there's something for everyone.

Uncharted Storms Short Stories of Hearts at Risk By Jackie Anton Softback $7.50 ISBN: 978-1-940834-33-7 A compilation of four stories. “Uncharted Storms” takes readers on a journey from a gentle summer rain to raging storms in the cosmos.

Twelve Tantalizingly Twisted Tales David C. Hughes Softback $10.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-26-0 Also in Ebook

Liliana and the Mirror And Other stories By David A. Bedford Softback $13.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-50-9 Also in Ebook

Who can pass up a scary tale or a spooky ghost story, especially right before bed on a stormy night after eating a sloppy bean burrito? From possessed bunny slippers to a house guarding an ancient secret, Twelve Tantalizingly Twisted Tales features a dozen short stories.

Presented in both English and Spanish

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These tales harbor no pretensions other than seeking to interest the reader by a good story, but they never shrink from the mysterious and unknown which stalks in the streets of Buenos Aires, the rivers of Misiones, or the hills and sea of Chubut.

The Knights of the Saltire Series is set in modern times about a secret society that was formed to help preserve justice and freedom. The Order of the Saltire sees it as its duty to identify where justice and freedom are in peril or under attack; and to take action where possible to help restore justice and freedom to those who have lost it. Rather than acting as vigilantes, extracting justice according to their own code, the Knights of the Saltire act as an extension of the justice system, secretly helping law enforcement bring criminals to justice without revealing the existence of the Order.

The Knights of the Saltire Book One of the Knights of the Saltire Series By William Speir Softback $13.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-80-1 Laminate Hardback $23.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-79-5 Also in Ebook In a world filled with injustice, there are some willing to commit everything so justice will prevail. Just like the knights of old, the modern-day Knights of the Order of the Saltire are pledged to help preserve freedom and justice for others. But what happens when the Order becomes targeted by a major crime syndicate bent on its destruction?

The Crusaders of the Saltire Book Two of the Knights of the Saltire Series By William Speir Softback $13.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-89-4 Laminate Hardback $23.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-90-0 Also in Ebook

The Protectors of the Saltire Book Three of the Knights of the Saltire Series By William Speir Softback $13.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-20-8 Laminate Hardback $23.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-18-5 Also in Ebook

The nation is in lockdown after several terrorist attacks. The Knights of the Order of the Saltire stands against the forces attempting to push aside the civil government once and for all. Against the backdrop of this crisis, an unexpected romance develops between two people caught up in the web of terrorism and political intrigue.

The forces who attempted to push aside the government are still at large and planning a return to power. There is conflict within the Order as to how to handle these fugitives, which threatens to split the Order apart. The fugitives make their move, and the Knights of the Order of the Saltire must come together to stop the fugitives once and for all.

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The Lost Knights Book Four of the Knights of the Saltire Series By William Speir Softback $14.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-20-8 Laminate Hardback $24.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-18-5 Also in Ebook

The Knight’s Crucible Book Five of the Knights of the Saltire Series By William Speir Softback $14.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-24-6 Laminate Hardback $24.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-25-3 Also in Ebook

Members of The Order of the Saltire in Europe are captured, but who took them and why? The Order discovers an enemy that has existed for almost two thousand years, creating and supplying conflicts for profit. This enemy has a plan to engulf all of Europe in a terrible war, pitting neighbor against neighbor. Can the Order stop the enemy’s plan before millions of innocent lives are lost?

Il Nona was hurt, but not destroyed. When Il Nona escapes from Europe and relocates to South America, the Order of the Saltire must find the enemy and discover its plans. Members of the Order traveling in South America find themselves trapped in the middle of a revolution being led by Il Nona – cut off from the airport and all communications with the outside world.

The Knights Victorious Book Six of the Knights of the Saltire Series By William Speir Softback $14.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-35-2 Laminate Hardback $24.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-36-9 Also in Ebook

Legacy of the Grand Master Book Seven of the Knights of the Saltire Series By William Speir Softback $14.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-88-8 Laminate Hardback $24.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-89-5 Also in Ebook

Trapped in South America, members of The Order of the Saltire watch as the legally elected government is overrun by Il Nona and the rebel army. The members of the Order see an opportunity to help defeat Il Nona and end the revolution before more governments in the region fall. In the final showdown between the Order and Il Nona, only one can survive.

The granddaughter of the founder and first Grand Master of the Order of the Saltire learns her family’s greatest secret. She is given a choice and a challenge: walk away from the Order and what it represents; or follow her destiny, join the Order, and fulfill her family’s legacy. When she makes her choice, her life is changed forever.

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Anopheles By John J. Smith Softback $15.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-96-2 Also in Ebook

Finding Katie By John J. Smith Softback $14.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-57-3 Also in Ebook

Contemporary Fiction. Cameron Nickels, a former ER doctor turned deputy, begins researching what could be causing a terrible outbreak and discovers that the Anopheles mosquito is spreading a mutated HIV virus. During the struggle to illuminate the truth an outbreak is declared and a cover-up begins.

Romantic comedy. The wealthy and sheltered Preston Meadows lives his life safe and secure until someone kidnaps his sister, Katie. He ventures out to find her, and discovers a zany world that he never knew existed and a criminal world fraught with dishonesty and danger.

Delayed Flight By John J. Smith Softback $14.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-55-9 Also in Ebook

A Wrongful Wish By Johnathan Black Softback $15.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-63-4 Also in Ebook

Inspirational Romance. When two former childhood sweethearts find themselves stranded in the airport together, secrets are revealed. What happens next is shocking.

Suspenseful Paranormal Romance. Pararescue jumpers respond to an SOS call deep in the Atlantic Ocean during a category five hurricane and board a yacht. They find one lone survivor, Shari Kelly - who is near death. They also find an unexpected adversary, an entity, one that has stalked Shari since childhood. Will any of them survive? A thrilling novel, hard to put to down.

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50 Hours By Loree Lough Softback $13.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-34-9 Also in Ebook Franco Allessi is a broken, lonely man who wants nothing more than to outrun the ghosts of his past. When he’s convicted of drunk driving, the judge orders him to serve fifty hours of community service. He chooses Savannah Falls Hospice, and on his first day, he meets Aubrey Brewer, a woman whose time on earth is quickly ticking to a stop. Their connection teaches powerful lessons about the importance of appreciating the precious treasure called life.

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King’s Ransom By William Speir Softback $14.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-64-1 Dust Jacket Hardback $27.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-65-8 Also in Ebook In the days leading up to the War of Spanish Succession, an English Navy captain is ordered to disguise himself and his crew as pirates and intercept Spanish convoys sailing for France and Spain carrying treasure to fund the coming war against England. 2014 Royal Palm Literary Award Silver Winner

The Saga of Asbjorn Thorleikson By William Speir Softback $13.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-71-9 Dust Jacket Hardback $26.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-72-6 Also in Ebook In the latter half of the ninth century, a young Norseman prepares to leave Ireland on his first expedition to Britain. He dreams of glory in battle and returning with tribute from the defeated Britons. But what is supposed to be a chance for him to prove himself as a warrior turns into a fight for survival in a strange land. 2015 Royal Palm Literary Award Silver Winner

Nicaea - The Rise of the Imperial Church By William Speir Softback $14.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-05-9 Hardback $26.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-06-6 Also in Ebook Early in the 4th century, a new doctrine threatened to split the Christian churches apart. The Roman Emperor called a meeting of Bishops at Nicaea to end the debate. The Council of Nicaea created the blueprint for the Church going forward, but was it for an institution dedicated to the salvation of mankind or a tool of statecraft to benefit the Emperor? 2017 Royal Palm Literary Award Gold Winner

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Arthur, King By William Speir Softback $24.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-07-3 Hardback $36.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-08-0 Also in Ebook Who was King Arthur? That question has delighted, inspired, and confounded people for centuries. This novel peels back the layers of myths and legends to tell a story that is rooted in history. It’s a novel about the man who led a kingdom besieged by enemies and filled with ambitious warlords plotting to become the next High King of Britain. 2017 Royal Palm Literary Award Silver Winner

The Mysterious Life of Jim Limber By Deanna K. Klingel Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-52-8 Also in Ebook

The Mysterious Life of Jim Limber Study Guide By Deanna K. Klingel Softback $19.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-43-7 Also in Ebook

What could be MORE mysterious than the life of Jim Limber? An African-American orphan who joined Jefferson Davis' household during the pivotal year of 1864, Jim lived in circumstances difficult to envision today. Complete with the "alternate endings“ which encourage critical thinking and imagination in the young reader, this book cleverly continues the legacy of this mysterious figure - while deepening understanding of a national story.

The Study Guide for The Mysterious Life of Jim Limber contains a variety of questions for each chapter, including multiple choice, short answer, fact vs. fiction, and more.

McIntosh Summer By Deanna K. Klingel Softback $11.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-16-1 Laminate Hardback $18.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-31-4 Also in Ebook

McIntosh Summer Study Guide By Deanna K. Klingel Softback $19.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-37-6 Also in Ebook

McIntosh Summer is a must read! From a historical point as well as a Muscogee (Creek) cultural point, the historian in me was captivated by factual information and events in the book, and the Cultural Resources side of me was amazed at the depiction of the Muscogee culture. This story set in 1933, location Georgia.

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The Study Guide for McIntosh Summer contains a variety of questions for each chapter, including multiple choice, short answer, fact vs. fiction, vocabulary, and more.

When Nature Calls A Nature Station Mystery By Jannifer Powelson Softback $11.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-14-6 Also in Ebook

An Unnatural Selection A Nature Station Mystery By Jannifer Powelson Softback $11.95 ISBN: 978-1940834-67-2 Also in Ebook

Cozy Mystery What happens when nature calls – and someone falls – prey to a vicious killer? Find out in this new cozy mystery series, with a natural twist.

Cozy Mystery Naturalist Kristen Matthews is spending a romantic evening with her boyfriend, Brett Stevenson, but right before dessert is served her dream date turns into a nightmare when she discovers her friend's body. Will Kristen ask too many questions and put herself in danger? Second Installment.

Freak of Nature A Nature Station Mystery By Jannifer Powelson Softback $12.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-20-2 Also in Ebook

Flower Child A Nature Station Mystery By Jannifer Powelson Softback $12.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-25-3 Also in Ebook

Cozy Mystery In this third book in the series, Naturalist Kristen Matthews and her Nature Station friends travel on an Eco tour of the Door County Peninsula in Wisconsin. But rather than kicking back and enjoying the fall scenery, one of her fellow passengers is murdered. Will Kristen be able to solve the murder and get the trip back on track before someone else dies?

Cozy Mystery In this fourth book in the series, Snow is falling at the Nature Station, and the wildflowers have retreated undercover for the winter. Kristen Matthews goes undercover as well after she discovers a body and tries to catch the killer before the joy and peace of the holiday season are shattered further. Will Kristen be able to solve the mystery before more lives are shattered—including her own?

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Deadly Affairs By John J. Smith Softback $9.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-59-7 Also in Ebook

Jester By Jonathan Black Softback $12.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-61-0 Also in Ebook

Suspenseful drama. Detective Krisztina Peters, new to the Dallas Homicide Unit, responds to a murder. While looking for clues, she discovers that she is chasing a serial murderer who is compulsive, confident, meticulous, well organized, and highly intelligent. Fast paced, easy to follow novel, yet the plot keeps everyone guessing until the last chapter.

Thriller. Krisztina Peters, a detective with the Dallas Serial Crime Unit, is investigating a series of murders committed with icy calculation. However, she could be the serial killer's next victim. Jester might be Krisztina's last hope, if only she can force him to face those terrible visions he is having and help.

Limited Edition: A Poacher’s Endgame By Prakash Dinghé Softback $16.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-46-2 Also in Ebook Stumbling upon a briefcase full of cash on a lonely road in the middle of the night, Jay and Heidi find themselves unable to resist picking it up—and are suddenly in the crosshairs of a ruthless poacher and a corrupt official. The stage is set for a mystery adventure with nerve-racking twists and turns. As Jay and Heidi outwit the not-so-smart poachers, they become an unlikely pair of heroes in the global war on poaching.

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The Olympium Of Bacchus 12 By William Speir Softback $15.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-00-4 Hardback $29.96 ISBN: 978-1-946329-01-1 Also in Ebook Spread across a cluster of 8 star systems, the 22 inhabited planets of the Confederation thrived and were at peace for more than 200 years… until they came. In an unprovoked attack, alien invaders wiped out the fleet and all major cities on 21 planets. The survivors must work together to defend humanity and deny the aliens the prize that they desire most – the mineral Olympium, which exists on Bacchus 12. 2017 Royal Palm Literary Award Gold Winner

The Gravitational Leap By Darrell Lee Softback $11.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-99-4 Also in Ebook In a frigid post-apocalyptic world, the harshest of all winters descends on the Tower clan as they prepare for war. Timo and Alyd, a husband and wife sniper team for the clan's security force, are brought together with Maldor, the mysterious elder and science director, when an enemy scout is killed. Maldor is the last in a long line of elders waiting for a chance to correct a mistake in the past. The surprise union and a supernova event that took place three-hundred-and-sixty years ago, are the only hope for mankind’s future existence. Will their efforts save what's left of mankind?

Hope By Matthew Gene Softback $9.99 ISBN: 978-1-940834-53-5 Laminate Hardback $18.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-78-8 Also in Ebook

Terminus X By Matthew Gene Softback $14.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-19-2 Laminate Hardback $24.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-21-5 Also in Ebook

Sci-Fi Mystery A teenager on the edge of insanity, trying to figure out who he really is, and why the dreams of people and events haunting him, have him believing that he might be connected to something extraordinary. Is he?

Sci-Fi Mystery Kyle Hoffman works as an agent for a secret branch of the government known as The Corporation. This division is exclusively responsible for the negotiations with extraterrestrials, in exchange for technological information. The cost for the information, humans!

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The Kingstone Of Airmid By William Speir Softback $15.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-04-8 Dust Jacket Hardback $29.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-05-5 Also in Ebook Illustrated Since the creation of the world of Alastríona, the disobedient gods have pit man against one another for their own sport, but the day is approaching when the final conflict between the tribes of man – and between the obedient and the disobedient gods – will take place. For three orphans, the Kingstone represents their destiny as the fate of the world rests in their hands.

Breaking Free By Caleb Monroe Softback $13.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-26-4 Also in Ebook A single horrific event during Jacob’s childhood created a neverending cycle of torment. After years of living a life of solitude, Jacob developed a crippling form of agoraphobia. Unable to even think about taking one small step outside forces him to retreat further inside himself as he searches for some sense of security inside the tomb of safety his house has become. A chance encounter with a mythical creature forces Jacob to stand up and face his fears, taking that first, small step, which will lead him into the unknown. Breaking free of his fears will not be easy, and Jacob will eventually find himself face-toface with the one thing that terrorizes his nightmares.

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Muzzle-Loading Artillery for Reenactors By William Speir Laminate Hardback $29.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-02-4 Illustrated Military This textbook was written to help students operate Muzzle-Loading Artillery safely and accurately. This book includes drills, safety procedures, and commands used by artillerists in the American military between 1812 and 1865. The emphasis is on Field Artillery (guns and howitzers), but the drills for Mortars, Naval Guns, and Heavy Artillery are also included.

To The Ends of the Earth High Plains to Patagonia By Nelda B. Gaydou Softback $13.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-73-3 Laminate Hardback $23.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-83-2 Dust Jacket Hardback $26.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-77-1 Also in Ebook Historical Biography This book captures the events of the author's parents and their amazing life. Follow the anecdotedriven story of a devoted couple who spent their childhood in the U.S. Southwest during the Great Depression, met and married during World War II, and together undertook a lifelong journey of adventure and service.

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The Epiphany of Joy By David C. Hughes Softback $10.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-31-3 Dust Jacket Hardback $24.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-17-7 Also in Ebook Inspiration What is joy and how can we experience more of it? The Epiphany of Joy seeks to reorient the reader by comparing what joy is—living in God’s presence—to happiness based on circumstances. Through anecdotes and copious Biblical references, The Epiphany of Joy shows that joy is not only achievable but is available right now for the taking.

From Sea to Sea River Plate to Lake Michigan By Nelda B. Gaydou Softback $15.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-41-7 Also in Ebook Biography From a three-week voyage of more than 7000 miles from New Orleans to Buenos Aires in 1964 through an eight-day, 3258-mile round-trip drive between Evanston, Illinois and Clovis, New Mexico in 2017, whether in their prime or in their nineties, the Bedfords have packed a lot into their life’s journey. Follow their inspiring story of faith and service, set in fascinating times and places in the Southern and Northern Hemispheres.

First Responder Resilience: Caring for Public Servants By Tania Glenn, PsyD Softback $12.95 ISBN: 978-1-946329-51-6 Also in Ebook This book is designed to help first responders understand what to do when dealing with trauma, and to guide clinicians to understand what they need to bring to the table to care for this highly valued population. Managers and leaders will realize the severity of traumatic situations and learn how to ask for competent help for their personnel, and peer support and team leaders will understand what to expect from a good clinician. But most of all, the book brings hope to the many who suffer.

Land of the Free By David A. Bedford Softback $11.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-97-0 Also in Ebook

Providence for a First Mom By Caroline K. Dixon Laminate Hardback $15.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-43-6 Also in Ebook

Biography A history of the US as a memoir in two cultures. Navigating between two nations, the author discovers cultural differences and similarities between Argentina and the US. The typical themes and ideas, heard and repeated over the years, have characterized our societies and are often accepted and taken for granted by most people. They exert a powerful influence on people’s attitudes, emotions, and sometimes unconsciously their behavior.

A true story that inspires and touches every young girl, teen, woman, or future mother. Caroline pulls back the curtain on the life of a teenage mother as she shares her story of abandonment and rejection for the choices she made as a sixteen year old teenager to protect her unborn child. Choosing life enabled her to reunite with her daughter, Rebecca, but it did not come as easily as she'd hoped. Yet the pain, overshadowed by joy, and this book reveals the love of being The First Mom.

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Runaway Amish Girl: The Great Escape By Emma Gingerich Softback $10.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-07-8 Laminate Hardback $18.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-76-4 Dust Jacket Hardback $21.95 ISBN: 978-1-940834-81-8 Also in Ebook Memoir Disagreeing with the beliefs of Amish traditions and upbringing, Emma found the courage to leave the only life she had ever known. She had no idea the emotional turmoil she'd inflict on her family and friends. Considered no longer a daughter and a sister, temporarily exiled, Emma finds a way to be free. Education becomes her priority as she finds her place in this "English" world.

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Fugitiva Amish: El Gran Escape By Emma Gingerich Softback $11.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-28-4 Laminate Hardback $19.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-29-1 Dust Jacket Hardback $22.95 ISBN: 978-1-944277-30-7 Also in Ebook Memoir Spanish edition of author Emma Gingerich’s first book “Runaway Amish Girl: The Great Escape.” Sus desacuerdos con las creencias de las tradiciones y la crianza amish produjeron una presión insoportable. Obligada a tomar una decisión personal, Emma halló el valor para dejar la única vida que conocía. No tenía idea de la agitación emocional que causaría en su familia y sus amigos.

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