Title: "Cradled in Chaos: A pain in the 'keister' Memoir"Chapter 1: "Shadowplay Shuffle: Mob's Midnight Mysteria"Nestled on Fern Street, footscray Melbourne Victoria our abode loomed like a colossal relic from a forgotten era--an ancient sentinel guarding secrets of the Melbourne underworld. Its timeworn window shades, tattered and weather-beaten, would come alive on windy nights, their eerie cacophony echoing through the darkness. The ceaseless chatter of those shades, though vexing, bestowed an unsettling sense of solace, a disquieting reassurance that we were never truly the aged walls of this enigmatic dwelling, concealed behind layers of history, lay secrets and mysteries waiting to be ...

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In a world divided by humans and adepts, Chris sets out on a journey to conquer the summit of King's Mountain, the ultimate test of strength and skill. As he travels, he will confront his own fears and weaknesses, form true friendships, and discover who he truly style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(15,17,17);font-size:14px;">But as he navigates a world filled with danger and intrigue, Chris will be forced to confront the truth about the world and himself. He will have to deal with the politics of adept nations and the powerful adepts known as the Six Lords, who rule over their respective style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(15,17,17);font-size:14px;">Follow Chri...

The New Hamburg water wheel was built to encourage tourists to hang out at the riverside park, but when a body is found hanging on the wheel, the bucolic life of the town is threatened. In an unlikely turn of events, the town's mayor becomes a murder suspect, something made even more threatening by the fact that it is an election year.Angus MacGregor, the mayor's former class mate and newly retired and relocated ex-Toronto police detective is called upon to try to save the mayor's reputation as well as his job as he tries to unmask the real killer. As he travels around the region and to such far off places as Toronto and Vancouver, Angus meets up with an array of characters both good and bad...

It is the summer of 1985, and nine cousins are spending their break helping to run their grandparent’s campground. Their arrival sparks a special feeling among their grandparents and their grandmother’s nephew, Ethan. They believe the number nine is powerful—an ennead—and that something magical will happen because of it's existence...

Seventeen year old Francine 'Frankie' Allen and her family have moved house twelve times in ten years - and she's sick of it! Her parents have promised that this is the last time they'll move, but Frankie's not convinced. Psychologically scarred by merciless bullying at her last school, Frankie feels isolated and depressed, until she meets sixteen year old Carolyn Hunter. Things seem to be looking up, until Frankie discovers that their forever home is haunted by an evil entity. Terrified and vulnerable, Frankie turns to her new friend for help, and finds herself plunged into a paranormal world she never imagined could exist!

This book can be enjoyed by a wide range of readers from teens to older adults. It is a laid back easy read and is filled with surprises and unforeseen twists and turns. It truly keeps you wondering how it all will end. Above all it is a story studded with life lessons and takes you on the journey of what it means to be 'family'

In 1970, John Kowalski was one of many young, naive teenage soldiers sent to Vietnam to fight in an unpopular war. Dubbed “Cherries” by their more seasoned peers, these newbies suddenly found themselves thrust into the middle of a terrible nightmare. On-the-job training is intense, however, most of these teenagers were hardly ready to absorb the harsh mental, emotional, and physical stress of war. When coming under enemy fire and witnessing death first-hand, a life-changing transition begins...one that can't be reversed.The author is an excellent story teller, readers testify that they're right there with the characters, and join them in their quest for survival; sharing the fear, awe, d...

In 1970, John Kowalski was one of many young, naive teenage soldiers sent to Vietnam to fight in an unpopular war. Dubbed “Cherries” by their more seasoned peers, these newbies suddenly found themselves thrust into the middle of a terrible nightmare. On-the-job training is intense, however, most of these teenagers were hardly ready to absorb the harsh mental, emotional, and physical stress of war. When coming under enemy fire and witnessing death first-hand, a life-changing transition begins...one that can't be reversed.The author is an excellent storyteller, readers testify that they're right there with the characters, and join them in their quest for survival; sharing the fear, awe, dr...

John Kowalski makes it home from the Vietnam War in one piece, and his battles are finally over. Or so he thought. Home for less than a week, John must defend his family from a pair of unwelcomed thugs hell-bent on revenge.

I grew up in the city of Detroit and was taught that my heritage and strong family values were important. Every year, our birthdays were a cherished event within the family – especially when it was Dad’s special day – we always celebrated his with great fanfare, a special family dinner, and dessert.However, on February 27, 1970, my dad’s birthday, that annual tradition was broken when I was forced into a situation beyond my control. I had to leave home and the family gave me an emotional send-off, but the thought and possibility of my never returning devastated them.This short story follows me on this one special day. Thousands of young men preceded me on this path, and tens of thous...

Two fourteen-year-old boys are offered a great first-time opportunity to watch a movie by themselves at a local drive-in theater. Little did they know that the movie would affect them in ways neither imagined nor will ever forget.

DEATH IN THE TRIANGLE is a sequel to “When Can I Stop Running?”. Only a couple of hours passed since returning to the firebase. Now, the sleep-deprived and weary First Platoon soldiers must go back out on another patrol. Last night, an enemy mortar team fired several rounds into the base and was soon silenced by return artillery fire. The Third Squad also ambushed a group of enemy soldiers leaving nine dead bodies on the trail before moving out to a new location. A thorough search of both areas may locate items overlooked in the dark. It was thought to be an easy patrol – two clicks out and two clicks back, so the brass expected their return before lunch. At least, that was the pl...

In 1970, John Kowalski was one of many young, naive teenage soldiers sent to Vietnam to fight in an unpopular war. Dubbed “Cherries” by their more seasoned peers, these newbies suddenly found themselves thrust into the middle of a terrible nightmare. On-the-job training is intense, however, most of these teenagers were hardly ready to absorb the harsh mental, emotional, and physical stress of war. When coming under enemy fire and witnessing death first-hand, a life-changing transition begins...one that can't be reversed.The author is an excellent storyteller, readers testify that they're right there with the characters, and joining them in their quest for survival; sharing the fear, awe,...

In 1970, John Kowalski was one of many young, naive teenage soldiers sent to Vietnam to fight in an unpopular war. Dubbed “Cherries” by their more seasoned peers, these newbies suddenly found themselves thrust into the middle of a terrible nightmare. On-the-job training is intense, however, most of these teenagers were hardly ready to absorb the harsh mental, emotional, and physical stress of war. When coming under enemy fire and witnessing death first-hand, a life-changing transition begins that can't be reversed. The author is an excellent storyteller, readers testify that they're right there with the characters, joining them in their quest for survival; sharing the fear, awe, dra...

Ascian Ackus could never have imagined the twisted legend of the last proximate, and how he’d fallen to a former arch rival. Now time wishes to repeat itself and test a new candidate to take the reins of Proximity Gate, unbreakable barrier systems used to divide beings for the sake of co-existence between angel and demoniac. Safe-guarded by an ancient known as Shatham Ackus, who shares both a namesake and responsibility to any candidate that could depict a better world through the gate’s electronic remnants; it vitalizes his aura and makes him stick out like a sore thumb in the world of chaos and disorder of Forts Dimentic and Warrious. Meanwhile, future allies make moves in the big city...

In this anthology of 50 short stories, you are invited to immerse yourself in a world of spine-tingling suspense, macabre tales, and haunting encounters. Brace yourself for a collection that will leave you breathless, disturbed, and questioning the very fabric of reality. Within these pages, you will encounter the rich tapestry of Thai culture woven with elements of suspense, crime, horror, fear, and the supernatural. From sprawling cityscapes to remote villages, each story transports you to a unique setting, where Thais and foreigners grapple with their demons and confront the darkest recesses of their