Step into the world of aspiring heroes and villains in the hilarious and charming rom-com duology from award-winning and bestselling authors Hope Bolinger and Alyssa Roat.

What Readers are Saying:

"Fun and fast-paced...Young love meets battles to the death in a quirky rom-com of heroic proportions.” —Jaimie Engle, award-winning author

"An imaginative, unique twist on the superhero genre that will leave readers of all ages reading deep into the night. Hope Bolinger and Alyssa Roat have flipped the genre on its head." —J. Johnson, author of Iggy and Oz - The Plastic Dinos of Doom

“That was a delightful read. I laughed aloud so many times! Punchy, witty, fast paced, and unputdownable—one of the best books I’ve read this year. Nicely done." —Michele Israel Harper, award-winning editor and author of Kill the Beast

This two-book bundle includes:

DEAR HERO

There’s an app for everything, even meeting a new nemesis.

Up-and-coming teen superhero Cortex is on top of the world—at least, until his villain dumps him. If he’s going to save his reputation, he needs a new villain to fight, and fast. Meanwhile, the villainous Vortex has once again gotten a little overeager and taken out a hero prematurely. Will any young hero be able to keep up with her? Maybe she should work on finding a steady relationship with an enemy she won’t kill in the first round.

Enter Meta-Match, a nemesis pairing site for heroes and villains. The two match right away, and after throwing punches at each other behind coffee shops, practicing their fight choreography, and hiring henchmen to do their bidding (mostly just getting them coffee), they realize they have a lot more in common than names that annoyingly rhyme. After all, they're still rising through the ranks in their respective circles, and their reputations need good press.

But not everything in the superhero world is as it seems. Can a hero really trust a villain to do the right thing? And can a villain trust a hero not to screw them over? As darkness from the past threatens them both, they may need each other for the fight to come—one with much higher stakes than their choreographed meet-ups on weekends.

DEAR HENCHMAN

Kevin and Himari didn't plan to be heroes.

Henchmen and sidekicks aren't supposed to fall in love. Or save the world. They're supposed to brew coffee, take pics of their hero or villain for social media, and stay in the background.

That was the plan for sidekick slash frat boy Kevin and henchwoman slash tech genius Himari, until a taxidermy-collecting villain robs Kevin's hero of his powers and leaves Himari's villain wounded. Now it's up to the sidekicks and henchmen to save the world.

Without powers, they'll go up against the Shadow Assassins (a deadly organization that can't work a PowerPoint to save their lives), road trips slash kidnappings, and weird initiation rituals that may or may not involve singing campfire songs. Himari and Kevin will battle the odds, their insecurities, and a strangely polite Midwestern villain as they discover if they have what it takes to profess their love through Mexican food metaphors—and save the world from a nuclear disaster.

These darkly humorous chat fiction novels told entirely through texts, transcriptions, and direct messages go behind the scenes of the superworld.

Leadership is a skill, a mindset, and a way of life. It's time to elevate your own leadership and inspire those around you to be their best.

In 5 Simple Truths of Leadership, veteran law enforcement leader and national leadership trainer Dean Crisp shares the five essential lessons that define great leaders:

• Direction – Know where you’re headed before leading others.
• Intentionality – Make deliberate choices that align with your vision.
• Teams – Success is never a solo journey. Build strong teams.
• Standards – Raise the bar for yourself and your organization.
• Getting Ahead of Your Day – Take control of your time and leadership.

Filled with real-world insights, historical case studies, and actionable strategies, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to lead with clarity, purpose, and impact.

Are you ready to become a leader of significance?

Brinnie barely escaped Mordizan with her life. Battered and broken in body and soul, she knows she’s running out of time. And though she has discovered the identity of Mordred’s bane, no one knows where to find the legendary weapon.

To discover the truth, she and Marcus must journey to Castelon and seek the aid of the Council. However, their actions at Mordizan brand them as enemies and war criminals. Between Mordred’s armies engaged in full-scale war and the political machinations of the Council, Brinnie struggles to balance the battlefield and the courtroom while estates fall before Mordred’s wrath.

As magic ravages her own body, threatening her survival, the allure of ancient, forbidden power grows brighter. And only one man holds the knowledge of the weapon that could destroy Mordred once and for all—a man they buried in the gardens of Wraithwood.

More than a year has passed since Brinnie left Wraithwood, never expecting to see it again. But when Mordred captures her sister, she is thrust back into the world of magic. She flees to Wraithwood, where she learns of a prophecy located in the dark wizard capital of Mordizan that reveals the identity of “Mordred’s bane”, something that could destroy Mordred for good.

Brinnie agrees to a rendezvous with Mordred to exchange herself for her sister, going undercover at Mordizan as a spy to find the prophecy and Mordred’s bane. There, she weaves a complicated web of secrets, lies, and tenuous friendships. She makes an unexpected ally in Marcus Vorath, son of the Master of Mordizan, who fears the implications of Mordred’s growing power. But in Mordizan, friends and foes may be one and the same.

As Brinnie navigates court intrigue, battles, and ominous new depths to her own power, she struggles to draw the lines. How far will she go to destroy Mordred? And how much of herself is she willing to give up along the way?

Brynna “Brinnie” Lane has always lived a quiet life under the watchful eye of her hovering mother—until she’s sent off for the summer to live with an uncle she didn’t know she had. While her parents get to travel across the globe, she's stuck at Wraithwood Estate, a creepy old mansion in the middle of nowhere in upstate New York.

Warned against wandering the estate, Brinnie seems fated to spend the summer with her nose in a book. When curiosity gets the better of her and she hears whispers of a hidden war, she must unravel the truth about her family’s mysterious past if she wants to survive.

Something terrible happened at Wraithwood thirty years ago, and Brinnie is determined to find out what—even if it means confronting the possibility that magic is real.

Immerse yourself in a heartwarming collection of short stories set during US Holidays that celebrate hope, love, forgiveness, and personal growth. ​ Set against the picturesque backdrop of Florida’s Gulf and Atlantic beaches, with charming towns like St. Augustine and Sarasota, these stories bring the beauty of nature and the magic of holidays to life. ​

Perfect for fans of thoughtful, women-focused storytelling, this collection explores personal challenges and interpersonal conflicts during holidays such as Christmas, Easter, and the 4th of July. Each tale is filled with inspiration, discovery, and the spirit of transformation.

Whether you’re searching for a meaningful gift or a cozy read, this collection is sure to delight and inspire. ​

Packed with actionable insights and modern examples, The Emergent Leader will boost your professional development, drive organizational resilience, and empower a workforce that is committed to building a forever company.

Don Gregori covers six key areas of necessary growth: brand building, exploitable gaps, fostering a culture of innovation, driving efficiency, career management, and taking control of stress. Whether you're a start-up founder, new manager, experienced leader, or aspiring CEO, this guide offers practical steps to help you make confident decisions, develop impactful habits, and lead your company through critical challenges. ​

Driven by haunting questions about his mother's adoption and mysterious past, Paul T. O'Connor embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about Charlotte's life. From an orphanage in Connecticut to her placement with a middle-aged couple, Charlotte's story is one of overcoming adversity, chasing dreams, and building a better future.

Through his investigation, Paul gains a deeper understanding of his mother—not just as the woman who raised him, but as a girl, teen, and woman who faced incredible challenges with unwavering strength. This heartfelt narrative spans decades and locations, revealing the inspiring legacy of a woman who climbed out of poverty, raised two successful children, and never gave up on her dreams. ​

Perfect for readers who love family histories, untold stories, and tales of resilience, The Missing Child is a moving tribute to the power of love, determination, and the human spirit.

Visit America’s National Parks with the Lopez Family

The Lopez family set a large goal: visit all of the American National Parks before their son turned eighteen. Join them on the road trip of a lifetime as Antonio chronicles the challenges, the beauty, and the wonder of traveling across the most beautiful pieces of America.

Part one of this series takes readers to the first thirty-one of sixty-three total parks in the United States. From half marathons in Zion to snorkeling in the Dry Tortugas and chatting with marmots in the Grand Tetons, Antonio weaves together stories you won't find in a guidebook.

Along the way, this small family from Santa Fe ties all of us to Mother Nature and reveals how their grand adventure changes the author’s view on everything from a dying mother, the COVID-19 Pandemic, God, and family.

Filled with intriguing facts about our parks and reflections on their fragile future, National Parks is both a celebration of and a passionate case for the natural wonders that all Americans share.

Featuring family stories from the following National Parks:

Petrified Forest • Saguaro • Guadalupe Mountains • Carlsbad Caverns • Rocky Mountain • Great Sand Dunes • Joshua Tree • Channel Islands • Acadia • Everglades and Biscayne • Dry Tortugas • Death Valley • Grand Canyon • Zion • Mesa Verde • Mammoth Cave • Olympic • Black Canyon of the Gunnison • Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon, Zion • Yellowstone and Grand Teton • White Sands and Big Bend • Haleakala and Hawaii Volcanoes • Congaree, New River Gorge, and Shenandoah

In 1777, amid the American Revolution, fifteen-year-old Daniel Asbury joins the Virginia militia to support the settlers in Kentucky. Eager to leave home and see the world, the militia is a ticket to a grand adventure. During the march to Kentucky, they face opposition not only from the enemy, but also from within their own ranks, creating even more danger in the already treacherous wilderness.

As the war rages on, tensions rise between the Kentucky settlers and the Native Americans.  While on a mission outside Fort Boonesborough, Daniel’s unit is captured by Shawnee Indians who debate whether to kill the Americans, or force them to join the tribe.  Daniel’s resolve is tested time and again as he strives to survive the perils of the wilderness and the war, plotting ways to escape and find his way back home.

This historical novel brings to life the true events of Daniel Asbury’s life and his journey from unbelief to faith in God while revealing an often-forgotten side of the War of American Independence.

“More than a memoir—it is a testament to the power of the human nervous system to adapt, survive, and ultimately heal.” —From the Foreword by Stephen Porges, PhD

Born to severely depressed parents, a little girl unknowingly watched as her younger sister lay dying. Her death sets off a series of traumatic events, including abuse, neglect, and medical emergencies, spanning from age three to adulthood.

Green Glitter Girl is a personal story rooted in transformation from the devastating effects of generational trauma. It gives voice to readers seeking their own paths to healing.

Written by a therapist and an energy healer, this book offers a blend of psychological insight and spiritual inspiration. It serves as a reminder of the light we all have within, and the ability of body, mind, and spirit to support our healing, even through the darkest times.

Step into a vividly illustrated confrontation with history—where the darkness of the 20th century looms large. Drawing on pivotal moments and influential figures, from the chaos of World War I to the rise of totalitarian regimes, D.E. Davis compellingly tells how humanity found itself teetering on the brink of nuclear annihilation. With insights gained from the likes of J. Robert Oppenheimer, Hannah Arendt, and George Orwell, When the World Dies examines the philosophical underpinnings of evil and the moral obligations of the living.

This timely look at what led civilization to the brink of nuclear war and the societal steps required to back away from that ledge asks readers to consider the Age of Infamy from a perspective informed by history. Join D.E. Davis on this eye-opening journey as he challenges us to reflect on our past in order to confront our present and cultivate a future of possibility.

The narratives we recall and experience through the journey of life truly represent a gift from the Good Lord Above. While both love and loss may not always be perceived as blessings, they embody our existence as human beings with a soul meant for eternal purposes. This fourth major culmination of poetry by James L. Cartee, III vividly illustrates the emotions of personal setbacks, valleys of despair, and triumphant celebrations.

Whether a devout Christian or just someone who enjoys a good read for inner reflection and growth, this collection will both inspire and challenge you as a person. While some consider poetry as a form of expression to be a fading art, All His Gifts: Life, Love, Loss reminds readers what it means to be human. Light breaks through the darkness. When we fall down, we stand back up. Love arrives when least expected. Poetry flourishes within us as life stories unfold, and these verses will convincingly show that poetry is alive and well in this modern age, perhaps more now than ever before. Enjoy the many gifts that life, love, and loss often bring us!

While standing on her grandfather’s porch, Cindy was drawn by her ancestors to discover who she is by learning who they were and where they came from.

As she uncovered her family history with the use of various genealogy databases, she began to piece together the puzzle of her family’s story—from trans-Atlantic migrations and roots in England, the Netherlands, and Germany to the homes and lives built in Virginia, New York, Iowa, and North Carolina. Her quest became a journey across the world.

Standing where they stood, she found connection to them, but she also found questions. Why had they left? Did they find what they hoped for in the new places? Who had they harmed along the way? And what was her role in repairing those relationships on behalf of her ancestors?

Through essays and original photography organized by lineage and location, Cindy weaves together narratives that situate her life within the particular nexus of personal and historical legacies of heartbreak and desire.

For anyone who has sought their own place in the world, Ancestral Landscapes provides a guide for genealogical research and offers grace for what may be found along the way.

"Funny and LGBTQ+ affirming, Darts and Flowers is a story about teenagers who are desperate to be loved, validated, and part of a community." —Foreword Reviews

When Josh Bradshaw returns to his childhood home and the house down the street from his childhood best friend, it seems like it could be a new beginning. After all, he's older now, and although his feelings haven't changed, he now has words to describe what he felt. He's gay, and he's had a crush on Brian Esau since they were eleven.

Zack Standish couldn't be happier that his best friend is back home, and although he's not sure how to respond to the fact that Josh is gay, there is one very clear silver lining: Missy, the girl of his dreams, is dating his best friend's crush.

"Funny and LGBTQ+ affirming, Darts and Flowers is a story about teenagers who are desperate to be loved, validated, and part of a community." —Foreword Reviews

When Josh Bradshaw returns to his childhood home and the house down the street from his childhood best friend, it seems like it could be a new beginning. After all, he's older now, and although his feelings haven't changed, he now has words to describe what he felt. He's gay, and he's had a crush on Brian Esau since they were eleven.

Zack Standish couldn't be happier that his best friend is back home, and although he's not sure how to respond to the fact that Josh is gay, there is one very clear silver lining: Missy, the girl of his dreams, is dating his best friend's crush.

The plan is simple:

1. Break up Brian and Missy.
2. Confess their love to their respective crushes.
3. Live happily ever after.

It's a win-win for everyone... or maybe not.

When the plan spirals out of control, Zack and Josh must choose what matters most—their childhood friendship or the romance just within reach.

Debut young adult author Dean Backus spins a fun and crafty tale of friendship, identity, secrets, and love in this LGBTQ romantic comedy set in the 1990s at a private Seattle high school. Darts and Flowers is inspired by Shakespeare’s comedies and iconic teen films of the 90s.

War Ends, Love Endures

The lives and stories of two WWII veterans and their baby boomer children show that love and marriage are able not only to endure but can thrive in shared happiness.

Ron and Crystal’s anecdotes of humorous and moving childhood incidents, coming of age stories, falling in love moments, wartime separation, and cultural differences are as entertaining as they are practical. Among the more somber yet crucial memories are witness accounts and records of victims of the Holocaust. “We will never forget.” The varied stories and examples in 150 Years of Marriage are not only interesting but provide insights and models for all.

To the characters in this book “till death do us part” is not a quaint saying associated with traditional marriage. It is a commitment that creates strong bonds holding a family together through thick and thin. It enables them to share happiness where whole family joy is greater than the sum of its parts. Laugh, cry, think, learn, and be inspired for your own life and the lives of those you love.

A Darker Shade of Pale tells of Beryl Crosher-Segers' family and community life in apartheid-era South Africa. With a piercing narrative, she details the injustices, humiliation and challenges she faced under the brutal 1950s reign of the National Party.

Through her multi-racial heritage, Beryl was born into a life of inequality and hardship. This is the remarkable story of resilience and courage to power forward toward a better life, to love in the shadow of hate.

A Darker Shade of Pale is a story of hope in the face of despair and of courage when faced with insurmountable obstacles.

Deathly secrets bog Blanche down in the idyllic Irish hillside...

The last thing Blanche Murninghan expects when she answers the phone is to hear her grandmother's estate lawyer on the other end of the line. Her Gran had many secrets, so it's not a surprise that he's still uncovering them. But, it is a surprise to hear from him so early in the morning.

More impressively, the news he brings is no small thing: Blanche is the last remaining heir to an Irish castle. He'd finally tracked down any remaining relatives and found them there at Dunfaedan. Excited to see her inheritance for herself, Blanche grabs her sister-cousin Haasi Hakla and they pack their bags for a much-needed vacation to the Irish hillside.

When a body turns up only a day after her arrival, Blanche quickly moves to the top of the Garda's list of suspects. She must clear her name and discover the truth before the Ballycill's many secrets swallow her whole.

Joined by old friends and new, Blanche Murninghan is on the case. A Deathly Irish Secret is the fourth installment in the Blanche Murninghan Mysteries. Known for a lively cast of characters and atmospheric settings, each mystery can be enjoyed as a stand-alone story or read in publication order.

For the first time, read the whole Alex Pella Trilogy in one eBook boxed set!

Alex Pella, the acclaimed neuroscientist, is in a heart-stopping race to save humanity.The action-packed stories The New Reality, The Hidden Reality, andThe Final Reality draw from both our nation’s politically charged environment and the worldwide economic crisis which project a frightening path for human existence in the twenty-first century.

The New Reality. In the year 2080, a deadly retrovirus is inadvertently released upon the planet. Facing financial ruin and catastrophic loss of life, the world’s nations turn to acclaimed neuroscientist Alex Pella and NIH expert Marissa Ambrosia. Assembling a team of experts, the scientists begin an international search for the cure while fighting off a foreign elite military unit sent to stop them at all costs. Guided by a code concealed within the Hebrew text of the Old Testament, the scientists must traverse ancient lands and solve a biblical riddle in their quest to save humanity from its eminent destruction.

The Hidden Reality. The brilliant doctor and inventor Alex Pella finds himself caught in a deadly power struggle between the tyrant who rules and the one who would. As he sets out on a mission to unravel the New World Order, he must also face the hidden truths about his own genetic heritage, truths that are slowly destroying him. When he receives an ambiguous message sent from a man long since dead, Alex learns that the only way to win his battle against The New Reality is to defeat a long-forgotten enemy nearly 2,500 years old.

The Final Reality. In the high-octane conclusion of the Alex Pella novels, the brilliant doctor and inventor finds himself racing against the unstoppable ambition of Jules Windsor who now leads The New Reality. When Jules begins to uncover the powerful, long-forgotten technology behind the world’s massive megalithic structures, he sets into motion the same cascade of events that once destroyed the ancient civilization that built them. As the planet heads toward an apocalyptical upheaval not seen since biblical times, Alex and his team know they must stop Jules––and The New Reality––once and for all.

An endearing ballad of the struggle for existence and understanding." –Booklist

Ten-year-old Pearl Wallace is living in the mountains of rural Tennessee in the depths of the Great Depression and several years into Prohibition.

Pearl struggles with her moral dilemmas: What can she do to protect her best friend Darlene from an abusive stepfather? And, especially, how much does she need to tithe on the money she has earned from stealing her daddy’s moonshine and selling it?

Meanwhile, Emily Weston, a missionary, has come to “lift the poor hillbillies of the region out of their ignorance and misery.” Coming from a place of affluence and privilege, she is quickly overwhelmed by the social and racial issues facing her students and their families.

When murder, fire, and heartbreak threaten those they love, Pearl and Emily must confront the hate and bigotry of their neighbors. Emily’s time in the mountains will be one not of saving souls, but of personal reckoning.

"A MUST read primer for anyone who is interested in a public health service career." –Amazon Reviewer

At its heart, A Life in Dark Places is an adventure story, its heroes the men and women who have risked their lives to minister to the vulnerable. Paul writes masterfully about what he has seen and experienced with a keen eye for detail and a leavening of humor.

The author has found himself a participant in some of the most dramatic and horrific events of the past half century--America's defeat in Vietnam and the subsequent "boat people" crisis; the fall of the Shah of Iran; the unspeakable acts committed by violent groups in sub-Saharan Africa, the tension along the Pakistan-Afghan border following 9-11, the flood of refugees unleashed by the war in Syria.

A Life in Dark Places is more than a memoir of one man's journey and evolution. It is a wakeup call to America and its citizens.

Our passions have a way of doing that for us: extending our lives

In 1971, a father and son ventured out of their apartment in New Jersey to the Island of Martha’s Vineyard to try their hand at surfcasting. That trip began a life of Spring trips to the waters’s edge in search of bluefish and striped bass. Fifty years later, Mike Carotta takes readers along for thirty straight nights and days of fishing.

This is not a How To book. It does not contain the secrets to a fantastic fishing career. Rather, hard fishing has a way of revealing lessons from the shore and the people who gather there—binding together strangers in conversations and gestures, failures and successes, new learnings, and, eventually, creating old friends.

Through it all, more than fish are caught—and shared. The result is a thoughtful collection of essays on life with some notes from the trade filtered in. Join Mike on his pilgrimage back to where the distance between heaven and earth gets a little thinner and the real "keepers" of the trip go far beyond the fish on the end of the line.

"I am not a good surf fisherman. There are no helpful fishing hints here. This is a collection of recollection: stories of saltwater characters, occurrences, and conversations. Like stars in the night sky, they are best enjoyed when you get some distance from the lights of other stuff." – Excerpt from A Long Cast

Hadley Ferguson and Catherine Armsden, a painter and a writer, have each spent years seeking a diagnosis for their troubling symptoms. When they are finally diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, they meet in an online support group and quickly become long-distance friends. But for Hadley, the shared diagnosis is still not correct. She embarks on a traumatic, six-state odyssey that Catherine documents in vivid detail.

Part critical commentary on the American healthcare system and part primer on Parkinson's disease, An Alert, Well-Hydrated Artist in No Acute Distress tackles many topics beyond Hadley’s and Catherine’s personal experience, such as the causes and treatment of Parkinson’s; navigating the doctor-patient relationship; so-called cognitive errors made in diagnosis; and the role of empathy in healthcare. This moving memoir will resonate with anyone who's had difficulty getting a diagnosis or lives with chronic disease, but will also inspire all readers with Hadley’s and Catherine’s ultimately victorious parallel quests to achieve the most fulfilling creative work of their careers.

the grace to forgive, the courage to love, the faith to risk it all

Grieving her mother’s death and yearning to see more of the world beyond her mountain home, Sally Beth sets out on a journey that leads her across the American Southwest and ultimately to a remote mission station in Tanzania, where she finds a new kind of freedom in the African plains and the people who dwell there. But when war comes to the mission gates, its horrors shatter her world. She must find a way to rebuild her life and choose whether or not to serve the people she’s grown to love—a choice that will shake the simple faith of her childhood and ignite her passion for a wounded man.