"Hugs From The Heart" began as autobiographical bedtime story 'memories' meant to lighten the moods of dear friends, many of whom spend their lives providing care and support for others. A collection of memories from my past, observations from my own perspective, and encouragement for those darker moments everyone has every now and then, I've been told I 'write the way I talk', which I take as a compliment. This is my way of saying, "I love you. You're special. You deserve to be cared for. You are MINE and I'm here for you."

Doing Time is the compelling, true-to-life story of a young woman, Annabel Lee, who is wrongly convicted and imprisoned for a crime committed by her wayward husband. Beginning before her birth, the story opens in the rural American South of the1950s, and tracks the brutal relationship into which Annabel Lee is born. As she grows, Annabel Lee cannot escape the cycle of violence and abuse that surrounds her. Naively, she elopes with her teenaged lover in the vain hope for an escape from her cruel past, only to discover that she has entered upon an equally harrowing stint in a women's prison. In the unlikely fellowship behind bars, and through her relationships with inmates, staff and particularly the prison's chaplain, Annabel Lee courageously moves from the scarred existence as a victim to the life of a survivor. Filled with the local color of life in rural North Carolina between the 1950s and 1970s, Doing Time is a poignantan-and at times humorous-story of multi-generational trauma and abuse, and the journey of the human spirit to healing and redemption.

This is a story of tragedy, love, heartbreak, hope, humor, forgiveness, and the pure power of human compassion. An old man has been living on his own for many years. Although not considered a recluse or hermit, he does spend much time alone. He is guilt-ridden and has many regrets which he thinks about in his isolation. Mainly, it's the guilt of leaving his children on that day, those many years past. His guilt haunts him in the form of dreams and nightmares. The old man is a father whose heart aches with the love for his children, yet he finds it difficult to locate the level ground on which to have a relationship, as well as a level piece of ground to deal with the choices that he has made in his life. A bird of faith, not believed to exist, befriends him and stands by him, even to protect him from a near-death tragedy, and has the ability to locate him, no matter where he is. Although once a solid blackbird, it slowly changes to white as the man sheds his guilt. He develops a passion to make sketches of the bird, and this becomes a source that creates the problem. Due to certain circumstances, he ends up in a hospital mental ward. A continuous barrage of technicalities and other circumstances make it difficult for him to attain his freedom. He captures the love of a middle-aged, not-so pretty, recovering drug addict who along with her illiteracy had a speech impediment. A dedicated doctor finds he is not too old to learn a lesson about life from his patient. And two compassionate ward nurses befriend him and help him make life-changing decisions. His impact on them is no less life-changing. Hopefully, the man who dared to dream will capture your heart, as well.

Give Grandpa the perfect gift this Father's Day: the gift of his story.

Grandfather, I Want to Hear Your Story is more than a journal―it's a heartfelt invitation. A space for your grandfather to look back, reflect, and pass down the moments that made him who he is. From the playful mischief of boyhood to the hard-won wisdom of later years, each page captures a piece of the man your family knows and loves.

With over 300 carefully crafted prompts by bestselling author Jeffrey Mason, this newly expanded edition makes it easy―and meaningful―for him to share his story in his own words. Whether it's a favorite memory, a quiet lesson, or a laugh-out-loud moment, every entry adds to a legacy your family can treasure forever.

Here's why Grandpa (and you!) will love it:

"For the LORD brought Judah low because of Ahaz, King of Israel, for he had encouraged moral decline in Judah and had been continually unfaithful to the LORD." 2 Chronicles 28:19 NKJV In this twenty-first century, the eruption of HIV/AIDS is a disturbing result of moral decline. This is a call to the people of all nations --and all in authority --to learn from history and uphold a moral culture. Wherever you live as an honorable father, mother, sister, and brother, please do not ignore this essential and timely call. This book offers you, your family, and your children a new dimension of exceptional living. Readers of all ages will find this book indispensable. It offers sensible and practical suggestions on how to manage the disease, relate with those already infected and, best of all, avoid becoming a victim of HIV/AIDS. HIV/AIDS is a global health problem. Only those who are equipped with knowledge and understanding will be able to escape. Whether you are so far free of HIV or have already been stricken, save yourself and your children, arm yourself with the facts, and do your part to stop this pandemic. Do not despair . . . In the words of Scripture, "Everything is possible." Yes, it is.

In "If I Knew it Was Going to Be This Much Fun, I Would Have Become a Grandparent First Willard Scott, along with celebrities and ordinary people, will write about all the joys of becoming a grandparent. "If I Knew it Was Going to Be This Much Fun will be similar in format to "The Older the Fiddle, The Better the Tune-a long introduction by Willard, followed by shorter pieces by each contributor. This is a great follow-up book for Willard who was married for almost 50 years and has two grandchildren.

Ruthie's mother is terminally ill and she has to endure sexual harassment, pain and agony for several years to support her mother.

Ruthie is a paralegal who has been looking for employment for almost two years. She finally got a job but it was far from what she expected. Her boss is obsessed with her and his wife does not have a clue as to what is really happening.

Ruthie boss gave her a box of papers pertaining to a case and told her to read them. He said, "This will help you to become a better paralegal." Ruthie read and used those papers to her advantage to include in her book.

She begins to feel sorry for her boss but Ruthie couldn't take it anymore and decides to take matters in her own hands.

Somehow, her boss becomes ill. He ends up getting in a terrible accident and eventually dies.

At the end, Ruthie and his wife understood the humiliation and pain she endured.

A young girl is raped by the school bus driver, mocked by the investigating authorities and abandoned by her family. This is her journey through foster care as a ward-of-the-state, the pitfalls of open adoption, anerexia, bulimia, addiction, multiple sclerosis, Youth Ministry and much more. The true story of a young girl's walk in faith.