Inner Peace in a Busy World offers preteens and teenagers an entrance into a world that is generally neglected by our educational system. Written in a simple, direct style by a former monk who has practiced meditation for more than forty years, this book offers its readers insights gathered by the author over those years. Both techniques of meditation as well as important moral principles are covered. The main inspiration for this book came from working with youngsters in his meditation classes at a local boys and girls club.

Hot and humid, Southeastern Texas is also a land of Spanish moss lined bayous and secrets. At times the secrets are as dark as the bayous themselves. Many are revealed in this fast-moving and exhilarating memoir of a young boy on an unforgettable journey through non-stop turmoil. At times heartbreaking, his story is an emotional visual portrayal of a child fighting to survive while surrounded by alcoholism. Without slowing, the story continues on a wild ride around the United States as Cliff shares his shocking story in brutal honesty. Come along for the ride as the author lets you experience both the joys and heartfelt shame of living on the Wrong Side of the River. This is a story you won't soon forget.

An intimate, beautifully written diary of a woman's spiritual journey. Over a period of thirty years, the author, a well-known short story writer, candidly records her inner struggles and eventual spiritual fulfillment.