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For nearly a century, tens of thousands of Filipino men served in the United States Navy—yet their stories remain largely unspoken. Beneath the Stars and Stripes uncovers this overlooked legacy, tracing the lives of Filipino sailors from colonial times to Cold War deployments, from steward’s quarters to leadership roles. Drawing on personal letters, oral histories, and official records, Gerald R. Anderson offers a powerful and deeply human portrait of service, sacrifice, and resilience. From the young recruits of Cavite and Olongapo to the sailors who served aboard ships during World ...

In 1976, the Northwest Minnesota Regional History Center, a part of the Minnesota Historical Society, conducted a bi-centennial project to record the voices of first and second generation Scandinavian Immigrants in the Upper Midwest, especially in the Red River Valley of Minnesota and North Dakota. The author traveled to their homes and interviewed more than a hundred immigrants or their children to gather information on the immigrant experience. Among the issues explored with these people were conditions in the home country, reasons for emigration, the route of the emigrations and the ...

The Secret He Kept A Novel of War, Love, and the Legacy of Silence When Addie Sinclair discovers a hidden diary in her late father’s desk, she expects old receipts or fading memories—not a love story buried for over fifty years. As she reads, a portrait of Daniel Sinclair emerges that she never knew: not the quiet, dependable Midwestern father who fixed cars and paid the bills—but a young WWII Navy pilot shot down over the Philippines, rescued by the Aeta people, and transformed by a love so profound it redefined his very identity. Through dual timelines that shift between wartime ...

The Four Horsemen follows Don’te, Jax, Bryon, and Chuck—four teenage friends who veer off course and plunge into the streets. What begins as petty theft soon escalates into drug dealing and corner domination. By the age of 22, they’ve become hardened criminals—cold, feared, and flush with cash. Don’te, the ruthless leader, thrives on power and control. But everything changes when Jax meets Colleen, a devout Christian whose love and convictions stir something real in him. For the first time, Jax wants out. He’s ready to walk away from the game for good. But leaving the life ...

Targets by Gerald C. Anderson, Sr. is a powerful, emotionally charged thriller that explores betrayal, survival, and the enduring strength of friendship in the face of darkness. LaKeisha Blanks and Kiara Davis have been best friends since freshman year of college, but their once-tight bond has begun to unravel. Kiara, still haunted by a traumatic assault, openly blames LaKeisha for not protecting her. LaKeisha, burdened by guilt she can’t shake, tries to move forward—but unspoken tension hangs between them like a shadow. When they move to Washington, D.C. for a fresh start, their ...

For Gerald Anderson, a brewing storm meant an opportunity to break into cars, stores, and homes. He would then buy drugs and inevitably land in jail. From age 15 to 37, this cycle was all he knew. But when Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans and the levees broke, Anderson's focus shifted, and he called upon skills he had learned in prison to tend to those who were trapped. Using a boat they found at an evacuated house in the Garden District, Anderson and his homeboys battled chin-high floodwaters to rescue victims, in some cases their bodies: a woman in labor, an old man without legs, an ...

When salvation becomes a new kind of chains... Thomas Wayne Walker was just a regular guy stuck in traffic—until the Assyrians invaded. Towering, ruthless, and technologically superior, these alien conquerors enslaved Earth and drove humanity underground. Just as extinction looms, salvation appears: god-like “Heroes” led by the enigmatic Cain arrive, destroy the invaders—and demand to be worshipped in return. Earth trades one set of tyrants for another. As Cain and his so-called saviors tighten their grip on a broken planet, Thomas must awaken the truth: freedom isn’t given—...

Many Americans would be surprised to learn that England had an active fascist party in the years before World War II. Yet, by 1936, the British Union of Fascists of Sir Oswald Mosley had become a growing threat. Many British admired Mussolini for his accomplishment of making the trains run on time and some of them agreed with the direction of Germany under Hitler. Many also, unfortunately, were convinced that his Jewish policy was not unreasonable. On October 4th of that year, thousands of fascists and members of the Communist Party of Great Britain met in what was a virtual one-day civil ...

Palmer Knutson, Sheriff of Otter Tail County, had just returned from visiting the land of his Viking ancestors. His hometown of Fergus Falls was quiet and peaceful, the crime rate was low, and the grandest place in the world in the summer is the lake country of Minnesota. One evening in August, he and his wife, Ellie, attended the gala opening of a new art exhibit at the Lake Region Arts Council. The world of art is habituated by people who are creative, clever, jealous, and witty—but murderous? In the course of the evening, a body was discovered, in rather gristly circumstances. It was ...

Twanda Cousins is a senior in college. She’s excited for her upcoming graduation. She would be the first in her family to graduate from college. With her bachelor of administration in xriminal justice, she believes that one day she will run the FBI. A month before graduation Twanda signs up to ride along with the local police to get a feel of what it’s like for them on a given night. She teams up with Officer Diego Ramirez.

Paul Demonte didn’t feel like a winner. Driven by a relentless desire to succeed, no matter the cost, his hopes are dashed when he finishes law school at the bottom of his class. Forced into a lowly, public defender position, he ends up barely scraping by, and drowning his sorrows at the local bar. But, when a mysterious woman approaches him with a supernatural deal, he’s given an offer that seems too good to be true: He’ll never lose a case in his life. Eager to finally achieve success, Paul seizes his chance - but every deal comes with a price.

Bloodlines of Deception:You can lose someone in a moment. But what if they come back… different? Cherisse Jackson's world shatters the night her husband, Ke’von, vanishes during a quick walk to the corner store. One moment he’s kissing her goodbye, the next—he’s gone without a trace. The hours stretch into days, consumed by fear, unanswered questions, and the gnawing dread that something terrible has happened. Then, just as suddenly as he disappeared, Ke’von returns. Bruised, exhausted, and shaken, he recounts a terrifying ordeal—an abduction, a robbery, a narrow escape. ...

Belmont Heights by Gerald C. Anderson, Sr. is a gripping tale set in the vibrant yet tumultuous neighborhood of Belmont Heights, Tampa, Florida. The novel intricately weaves the lives of its characters, capturing the essence of a community marked by resilience, struggle, and hope. The story follows Keyshawn Jennings, a young man with a deep connection to his community and a desire to continue his father's legacy as the pastor of St. Matthews Church. Keyshawn's journey is fraught with challenges, from the internal politics of the church to the external pressures of a neighborhood grappling ...

Discover Stories That Stir the Soul, Challenge the Mind, and Uplift the Spirit Creative Inspirations Vol. 2 by Gerald C. Anderson, Sr. is a powerful anthology of 25 unforgettable short stories that journey across the full spectrum of human experience—faith, love, redemption, danger, and the untamed edges of imagination. In this dynamic collection, Anderson masterfully blends genres—Christian fiction, science fiction, mystery, romance, drama, and suspense—to craft emotionally rich narratives that reflect the triumphs and struggles of everyday people. Whether it’s a grieving daughter ...

This book is a collection of short stories featuring Sheriff Palmer Knutson and Scotland Yard detective Robert Wainwright. In British terms, a stone is a unit of weight equal to fourteen pounds. There are twenty-one stories, so this comes to about a stone and a half’s worth of fiction. Palmer Knutson is the Sheriff of Otter Tail County in Minnesota, a Norwegian American of the sort who populates the fictional Lake Wobegon. He is the protagonist of the popular Palmer Knutson mystery series of novels by the author. With the support of his faithful wife, Ellie, and his trusty deputy, the ...

Nightmares, memory loss… a life long lived! Imagine each night enduring the pain of a never-ending nightmare. The torment of a life you don’t remember flashing through your mind. Deion Clark finds himself waking each morning from the torment of such of a dream. Falling from the sky, winds peeling his skin, the n ightmare prevents him from getting any sleep and leads to his memory loss. But… there’s more going on than he realizes. Lurking around the corner is Mania and Andras; seeking to keep all from discovering the secret behind the dreams. If you love Christian fantasy with a ...

DJ wants to do what any son would do and save his father… but should he play God to do it?Twenty-five years after witnessing the cold blooded murder of his father, Derek “DJ” James tries to find a way to travel back in time and save his father. Despite concern expressed by his colleague and his wife, DJ continues his work. After numerous attempts end in frustration DJ decides to follow the advice of Diablo and use a supernatural method of time travel. Can changing one minor event change the entire course of history for the world? Will saving Derek Sr., have ramifications on DJ’s ...

Love & Faith by Gerald C. Anderson, Sr. is a compelling tale of young love, ambition, and the trials that test the strength of a relationship. Set against the backdrop of Tampa and Boston, this novel follows the journey of Michael and Diane, two high school sweethearts who navigate the complexities of life, love, and dreams. Michael, a talented musician with aspirations of stardom, and Diane, his steadfast partner, embark on a journey to Boston to chase their dreams. However, their path is fraught with challenges, from financial struggles to the allure of forbidden desires. As they face the...

Raine's voice, a gift that opened doors to a world of fame and fortune, ironically made her a target. In the cutthroat, image-obsessed world of the music industry, where dreams are bought and sold, Kek, a man with a chillingly magnetic presence and an iron grip on power, saw her as nothing more than a commodity, a means to an end. He recognized the raw talent, the potential for superstardom, but not the human being behind the voice. Let It Raine delves into the insidious nature of coercive control, revealing how manipulation and psychological abuse can be just as damaging as physical ...

The body of the Eirik the Viking, known far and wide for the quality of his axes that can split a Saxon skull, is found downstream from the old mill. It appears that he was slain by his own weapon. Such a foul deed might not have been rare in eleventh-century Europe, but this is Otter Tail County, Minnesota. Sheriff Palmer Knutson determines it is a case of murder, and the rest of the members of the Viking camp are all suspects. The more he investigates, the more apparent it becomes that the happy band of creative anachronists who had set up their camp by Phelps Mill all had their own ...