The Boat Under the Boat is about the Golden Rule, demonstrated in this imaginative tale between a boy and his reflection. With his dad Duke, Donny discovers a new friend in his reflection, found in the mirror-like images on the surface of a lake. The story makes a bold statement; the child that demonstrates great self-worth will find the world is worth the effort as well. Self worth, (not to be confused with self-esteem) utilizes common sense, loyalty, courage, honesty, and friendship - the corner stones of the Golden Rule - to help a child understand what is expected of him or her each day....

Moved by the subjects of his photography, Preiss writes with empathy regarding the human condition. An example: A great understanding moves my mechanisms. I can see the clarity of my being, and can behold with all my might its meaning, as I watch the sun set long over the fruits of my labor. I behold my blessed horizon. I can feel the current of an expanding universe moving through my purpose-and my call-to reach for the reasons I am here.

This is a fictional account of an emotional and courageous journey toward truth. The story begins and ends on the Hassayampa River, south of Prescott, Arizona. There is romance, betrayal, courage, loyalty, friendship, murder, revenge, court room drama, childhood joy, heartbreak, and a waterhole that is the saving grace of one man's life. Locales include Phoenix, Prescott, Flagstaff, San Diego, Harbor Island, North Park, de Benneville Pines camp and conference center, Mesa, Yavapai County Court House, restaurants, Groom Creek, Sierra Vista, Pacific Beach. It is a challenge to categorize this...