EXPANDED AND REVISED, 2017 This book is filled with stories of compassion flowing not just from humans, but from some of our furred and feathered friends as well. Through these stories we discover that among all living creatures there is evidence of an emotional connection, and often a response, to others in time of need. Read Beth Smithem's story, Rae, the Stray to discover what lengths a human will go to when she falls in love with a needy, stray dog. Read Maria Jordan's story, When Compassion Replaces Fear to discover how a nurse with a compassionate heart and nurturing...

The Karate Kid meets Breaking Bad This is a true coming of age story with drugs, sex, and murder all set in a 1970s karate school.John Graden was a shy 13-year old stuck in a violent home with a rage-oholic father. Inspired by Bruce Lee, he joins a local karate school in Largo, FL where he hopes to break out of his shell. His instructor, Walt Bone, is a world famous black belt and John immerses himself into the healthy martial arts lifestyle his new hero taught. However, one fateful afternoon, he learns that Bone is deeply involved in dealing drugs, smuggling, and other criminal...