FINDING HER VOICE

Set in the volatile early days of Christianity, this sweeping historical novel centers on three fearless women determined to claim their place in a faith that keeps trying to shut them down. Junia fights for acceptance in a divided church while protecting her biracial son and facing the possibility of new love, Susannah wrestles with the pull between motherhood and ministry as danger and expectations collide, and Mariamne challenges rigid gender roles as she confronts what true authority demands. Against a backdrop of real biblical events and rising tension, their stories intertwine in a bold exploration of faith, identity, equality, and resistance, delivering a powerful, feminist, LGBTQ+-affirming tale of courage and conviction. Finding Her Voice is Book Three of the From Broken to Bold trilogy, bringing the series to a defiant, unforgettable conclusion that proves silence was never an option. Consider this your official invitation to holy troublemaking.

Learn more about Elaine Ricker Kelly and her work at www.elainekelly.ca

TOPICS OF CONVERSATION

• Spotlight on early female apostles and the overlooked leadership roles of women in the first-century church

• Junia and Susanna as powerful yet imperfect figures pushing back against religious and societal silencing

• Parallels between ancient gender oppression and modern struggles around women’s rights and equality

• Faith, identity, and inclusion, including challenges to traditional Christian views on women and LGBTQ+ individuals

• Emotional themes surrounding motherhood, worth, infertility, and how women’s value has been historically measured

• The author’s personal journey of reclaiming voice and confronting ingrained beliefs within Christianity

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Elaine Ricker Kelly is an award-winning author writing about women in the Bible and the early church. As a mother of three daughters, Elaine knew the harm of being considered secondary. She thought fiction would help others see how Jesus equipped women as disciples and empowered women to speak and lead. Her research-based approach and empathetic tone were developed during thirty years as a financial advisor. Since Jesus engaged women as financial advisors, Kelly felt betrayed as a Christian when she saw the church speaking against women leaders, and she felt it was important to show how the Bible empowers women and endorses equality for all. She hopes to bring healing and hope to those sidelined or silenced by the church by writing blogs on biblical equality, church history, and affirming LGBTQ+ people. She and her husband live near Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, and worship in the mainline Protestant Christian tradition. They have three adult daughters and enjoy hiking, nature, tennis, pickleball, music, history, and travel.

Learn more about Elaine Ricker Kelly and her work at www.elainekelly.ca

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LIFE AND HOW TO LIVE IT

This memoir traces a boy growing up in 1980s Philadelphia as he navigates gangs, addiction, fractured faith, and a home life wired with chaos, finding his only lifeline in the music that gives him a sense of self. It’s a raw, darkly funny look at survival, identity, and the stubborn hope that rises even when you’re raised in the wreckage. Learn More

WHEN THE LIGHT IS MINE

A poetry collection that cuts through the noise with sharp, confessional poems about capitalism, faith, identity, depression, and the messy business of surviving yourself. It moves from raw disillusionment to moments of real tenderness, offering an unfiltered look at modern life that challenges, unsettles, and still manages to land on hope. Learn More

TOPICS OF CONVERSATION

• About the Book and the Inspiration Behind It
• Growing Up in Kensington and the Lasting Impact of Poverty and Violence
• The Influence of a Deeply Religious Upbringing and Conflicting Family Dynamics
• Music as an Emotional Lifeline and Catalyst for Self-Discovery
• Navigating Identity and Personal Beliefs Amid a Restrictive Environment
• Developing an Authentic Writing Voice and the Decision to Tell His Story Without Filters
• Themes of Resilience and What He Hopes Readers Take Away
• The Role of Poetry as Creative Expression and Expansion of His Storytelling

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Chaz Holesworth writes from the gritty edge of lived experience. Raised in Philadelphia by a father struggling with heroin addiction and a mother bound to extreme fundamentalist Christianity, he grew up in a world defined by poverty, trauma, and contradiction. Out of that turbulence emerged a voice that is both unflinching and lyrical, capturing the weight of survival, the failures of society, and the fragile hope that persists despite it all.

Over the past twenty-five years, Chaz has been sculpting those experiences into stories and poems. His memoir offers a brutally honest account of his past, while his poetry collection distills decades of struggle and reflection into themes of love, depression and loneliness, religion, and the fault lines buried beneath our society. Chaz strives to both trace the contours of intimacy and confront the politics of power, inviting readers into a deeply personal yet universally resonant search for meaning.

Now living in the suburbs of Philadelphia with his wife and their beloved dog, Chaz continues to write with the urgency of someone who knows the cost of silence. His work speaks to anyone drawn to poetry and memoirs that dwell on deeper things, offering not just snapshots of a difficult life but the possibility of connection, understanding, and light.

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A CHARGE TO KEEP

Lead with Purpose. Inspire with Integrity. Manage with Excellence.

In A Charge to Keep, Rev. Kevin T. Taylor merges decades of leadership experience from the C-suite and the pulpit to offer timeless principles for managing change, fostering stability, and building impactful teams. Whether you’re leading a corporation, ministry, or nonprofit, Taylor’s actionable insights will empower you to navigate challenges with courage and clarity.

Discover the power of financial stewardship, the importance of context-driven decisions, and the value of bringing your whole self―faith and all―to your leadership role. Packed with vivid stories and practical strategies, this book is a must-read for anyone ready to align their leadership with their values.

If you’re seeking a guide to sustainable success and meaningful impact, A Charge to Keep is your next essential read.

🎙️ Main Conversation Points

• How faith and business leadership intersect — staying authentic in every setting.

• The loneliness of leadership and why his book serves as a playbook for real challenges.

• The cost of integrity — lessons from standing firm when it wasn’t the easy choice.

• How younger generations are redefining purpose, work-life balance, and leadership expectations.

• Why “trust but verify” remains essential for accountability in both ministry and management.

• DEI as a marathon, not a sprint — what true long-term commitment to inclusion requires.

• What’s next for Rev. Taylor — coaching, new books, and aligning purpose with performance.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Rev. Kevin T. Taylor is a pastor, educator, and executive leader who bridges the sacred and the strategic. Since 2021, he has served as Pastor of Israel A.M.E. Church in Albany, NY, where his ministry blends worship, justice, and innovation through initiatives like Speaking Truth to Power Tuesdays and the Summer Literacy Challenge.

Beyond the pulpit, Kevin brings over 20 years of C-suite and nonprofit leadership experience.

A proud Tuskegee University alum, he has been honored by Marquis Who’s Who (2025), 100 Men of Color, and the National Council of Negro Women. Through preaching, teaching, writing, and community service, Rev. Taylor equips organizations and congregations for spiritual growth and lasting transformation.

Learn more about Reverend Kevin Taylor and his work at https://revkttaylor.com/

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KALMAN & LEOPOLD: SURVIVING MENGELE'S AUSCHWITZ

In the shadow of the infamous Auschwitz-Birkenau extermination camp, Kalman and Leopold— two young boys—meet as unwitting subjects of Josef Mengele's twisted twin experiments. Pulled from their barrack, they are forced to become servants to the SS guards within Mengele's "hospital" camp, bearing daily witness to scenes of obscene viciousness. Within this nightmarish hell Leopold becomes Kalman's guide, helping him to navigate the terrifying complexities of the SS guard shack. Mengele's atrocities are relentless, yet within this darkness a friendship emerges, testament to the resilience of the human spirit. In January 1945, the Russian army liberates Birkenau and the boys part ways. For fifty-six years Kalman searches tirelessly for his friend and protector, driven by the memory of a boy he knew only by a nickname he had given him: Lipa. Their story is a reminder of the depths of human immorality, and it is a testament to friendship, faith, and survival against all odds. As intolerance and hate intensify in the world, Kalman and Leopold's voices echo across generations, urging us to remember the horrors of fascism so that history's darkest moments remain in the past. Never again!

TOPICS OF CONVERSATION

• About Kalman & Leopold: Teenage twins who survived Mengele’s Auschwitz experiments.

• Reunited After 56 Years: A chance TV sighting leads to an emotional reconnection.

• Their Words, Their Voices: 20 hours of raw interviews told exactly as they spoke them.

• Inside the Guard Shack: A chilling, firsthand look at life beside Mengele’s hospital camp.

• More Than Survival: A story of resilience, decency, dignity, and moral courage.

• A Son’s Discovery: Richard uncovers his father’s hidden past and generational trauma.

• History Echoes Today: A warning against rising hate and blind misinformation.

• A Living Legacy: Their story endures as a call for empathy and remembrance.

• Looking Ahead: Hopes to share Kalman and Leopold’s story on screen for future generations.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Richard K. Lowy is the son of Leopold, one of the young survivors whose extraordinary story is told in Kalman & Leopold: Surviving Mengele's Auschwitz. Inspired by his father's resilience and the lessons of history, Richard has dedicated himself to sharing their remarkable journey with readers around the world. Through the book, he brings to life the experiences of two teenagers who faced unimaginable horrors in Auschwitz and emerged with a powerful message of courage, hope, and the importance of remembering.

As a storyteller, Richard bridges the personal and the historical, showing how the experiences of the past can resonate deeply with today's readers—especially young adults seeking stories that are both relatable and profoundly moving. On the Reader Views Podcast, he shares insights not only into his father's story but also the process of bringing such an impactful narrative to life, highlighting why these voices must continue to be heard.

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BORN ON MONDAY

In Augusta, Maine, a historic nor’easter and something more sinister threaten to unearth the secrets buried deep in the town’s past. With time running out, three lives collide in a desperate fight for survival, where truth becomes a casualty and redemption comes at a cost. Billy Stevens, a quarry worker haunted by loss, is drawn into a web of betrayal when a brutal crime pins him as a suspect. Jessica Michaud returns to care for her ailing mother, only to find herself hunted by a vengeful ex whose chilling threats awaken old wounds. And journalist Andrea Kearney digs into a local dynasty’s corruption as the storm’s fury mirrors the rising tide of violence. Born On Monday is a gripping tale of resilience, moral ambiguity, and small-town sins — a literary thriller that will keep readers breathless until its haunting conclusion. Award-winning author Richard R. Becker delivers a gritty literary thriller that digs into identity, perception, and the human condition.

TOPICS OF CONVERSATON

• The roots of the story and why Augusta, Maine became the perfect backdrop for a tense return-to-hometown thriller

• Trauma, survival, and morally complicated characters navigating love, shame, and second chances

• A chilling nursery rhyme and a raging nor’easter working together as psychological pressure-cookers

• Small-town secrets, power dynamics, online shaming, and the messy line between justice and truth

• A growing “50-States Universe,” future novels, audiobooks, and how this author's world keeps expanding

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Richard R. Becker is an award-winning American author whose gripping stories blend resilience and moral complexity. His new novel, "Born on Monday" (2025), promises a thrilling tale of small-town sins that will captivate readers.

His debut novel, "Third Wheel" (2023), soared into Amazon's top 100 thriller and suspense literary fiction novels, earned a Kirkus Reviews feature, and won seven awards, including Literary Thriller of the Year by the Artisan International Book Excellence Awards. His collection "50 States" (2021), crafted from a challenge to write one story a week for 50 weeks, topped Amazon's literary short story charts and won multiple honors.

Raised in Milwaukee, Richard overcame poverty and personal challenges, infusing these experiences into his work to add emotional depth. When not writing, he enjoys acting, hiking, photography, and time with his family. He is married and has two adult children.

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STELLA SCURA: DARK STAR RISING VOLUME ONE: A blind teenage girl from North Pole, Alaska learns her true destiny as she realizes the full potential of her vast dark energy powers shortly after her eighteenth birthday. Is she really the legendary Aurora the Angel, or something far more sinister? Will the President of the United States ultimately serve as a mentor, or use her as a pawn to become ruler of the world?

STELLA SCURA: DARK STAR RISING VOLUME TWO: Stella Scura impulsively goes on a mission that becomes nothing short of disastrous as she is aided by a long-forgotten group of fourth-rate 1990s TV superheroes in a quest to learn more about her abilities and those of the strange young man from the Netherlands known only as The Orthoman. Along the way she learns of her famous heritage and that her parents are not who they seem to be. Can she develop a relationship with her newly-found friends and family while retaining her humility? Or will she become the greatest "rock star" of all time when fame goes to her teenage head?

STELLA SCURA: DARK STAR RISING VOLUME THREE: In the conclusion of Dark Star Rising, the amazing Stella Scura must confront her own vast potential for destruction and once again save a major city from nuclear devastation - but at what cost? And who close to her will make a tremendous sacrifice?

TOPICS OF CONVERSATION

• Origins and Themes of Stella Scura – How the story began decades ago, the evolution of Paige Marshall as a character, and the central theme that real strength comes from moral choices rather than superpowers.

• World-Building and Political Parallels – The novel’s setting in Alaska and its expansion into cosmic and political territory, including commentary on power, leadership, and modern-day parallels.

• Power, Morality, and Humanity – Exploration of what power truly means, Paige’s moral restraint, and how humor, empathy, and logic play roles in resolving conflict instead of force.

• Family, Mentors, and Relationships – The influence of Petra, Jack, and President Wendy Mendoza on Paige’s growth; how family secrets, loyalty, and differing beliefs shape her identity.

• Series Continuity and Future Works – Connections to Neal’s earlier novels (Specific Gravity, Ontario Lacus, etc.), plans for a sequel, and upcoming unrelated projects including a romance and an Amalgam Man spinoff.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

J. Matthew Neal is a physician (endocrinologist) and medical school assistant dean residing in Muncie, Indiana. He is the author of five problem-based endocrinology textbooks, and began writing fiction in the mid-2000s. His first novel, Specific Gravity, was published in 2007. His other fiction works include its sequel Ontario Lacus (2008), the young adult novel Americium the Beautiful (2010), and medical mysteries Amalgam-Man (2022), and Amalgam-Man: Burnt Crispy (2025).

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SPECIAL OPERATIONS GROUP -A no-holds barred account of life in the elite police Special Operations Group, high on danger and adrenalin. Chris Glasl joined Victoria Police at nineteen, with one aim in mind: to become a member of the Special Operations Group. Ultra-fit and highly trained, the SOG are called to the most dangerous missions: hostage situations, gunmen on the loose and risky mobile intercepts. After going through an incredibly gruelling elimination process, Chris joined the SOG in 1994, thinking he was becoming part of a unit that was untouchable, indestructible and bonded so closely together they were a brotherhood like no other. He didn't find that brotherhood. Instead, Chris experienced a unit rife with bullying, lies and betrayal. In combination with the dangerous missions they undertook and the pressure he experienced in each one, Chris needed a release valve, and he found it by taking drugs. It was the only way to switch off the adrenalin, to sleep at night, to get through his days. And those days involved fatal shootings, a triple murder, a 100-million-dollar drug bust and the Port Arthur massacre, to name just a few. This is the ultimate insider account of what it takes to be one of the toughest police officers in the world, and the price it demands. It's a white-knuckle ride that you will never forget.

TOPICS OF CONVERSATION:

• About Special Operations Group and his inspiration — how rehab journaling and unresolved trauma led Chris to tell his story.

• Life inside the SOG — the reality behind the elite image, from tight teamwork in the field to bullying and toxic culture behind the scenes.

• The cost of silence — how addiction, mental health struggles, and lack of support nearly destroyed him.

• Standing up — the controversy, censorship, and determination to reclaim and republish his book.

• A message of resilience — urging others in high-pressure roles to seek help, speak up, and prioritize mental health.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Christophe Glasl joined Victoria Police at nineteen with one goal—to become part of the Special Operations Group. After completing one of the toughest training programs in law enforcement, he served in the unit from 1994 to 1998. He now shares his experiences to shed light on the realities and pressures of serving in an elite police unit.

To learn more about Christophe’s story, check out his book Special Operations Group, available through major booksellers.

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Wedding Planning: Five Easy Steps & The Secret to Pull it Together

Everything you need to know to plan your perfect unique wedding. This is not your typical wedding planning book. Chapter titles alone will tell you what needs to be done, and the subtitles break it down further. The book includes tips, advice, stories, templates, and notebook to keep track of everything. All the other books, magazine articles, Instagram and Pinterest timeline posts state on the "day of" to have a good breakfast. They don't mention the people that take care of all the duties and tasks throughout the day so you can be VIP guests at your own wedding. The five easy steps and how they relate to each other is the foundation of this book, which will make sure you have an educational, memorable, stressless, wonderful experience throughout the whole process. The secret is having a planned schedule that catches everything, and a specific person in charge on the "day of" that pulls it off while you enjoy with the guests. Let me show you how to perfect your wedding planning experience. Waiting to your wedding day is just too late to realize the importance of this thought process and having a specific/special go-to-person working the "day of" on your behalf. You will enjoy the days up to the wedding as much as the day itself, as this book helps make it all come true.

TOPICS OF CONVERSATION

• How to Create a Stress-Free Wedding – Why having one dedicated person in charge can make or break the day.

• The Five Essential Steps of Wedding Planning – A practical breakdown of budget, timeline, schedule, tasks, and assignments.

• Delegation Without Drama – How couples can share responsibilities and keep the peace with friends and family.

• Avoiding Day-Of Disasters – Common wedding mishaps and how to prevent them before they happen.

• From Planning to Partnership – What wedding prep can teach couples about communication, compromise, and teamwork.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kathy Forbes knew that her youngest daughter was going to be engaged soon, so she enrolled at BCIT and earned her wedding and event planning credentials in 2005. She changed careers from corporate sales analyst to something that brings meaning and joy to her life every day. In no time, she put it to good use: one daughter married in 2006 and the other in 2007.

She retired in 2020 but continued to expand her world. Kathy is an artist in several mediums, styles, and subjects, as well as a miniature hobbyist—both passions stemming from a desire to preserve and share meaningful memories. She travels, gardens, and enjoys reading and self-education, constantly expanding her world by trying new experiences. Her latest adventure was a silversmith ring class, which she invited her granddaughter to join.

Kathy wrote this book as both a personal keepsake and an educational reference to help others. Her goal is to make planning a wedding a wonderful experience.

Her life’s motto is: be interested and interesting.

Learn more about Kathy Forbes and her work at www.anewpaigeevent.com

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