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Adult Thrillers

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Adult Historical Fiction

Browse Thrillers written for a adult audience by Paul Smith with the flagship title being: "Rhino"

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Adult Historical Fiction

Adult Historical Fiction

Adult Historical Fiction

Browse Historical Fiction novels written for an adult audience. Pre-order "The Women of Ravensbruck" today! 

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Fantasy

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Contemporary

Fantasy books that cross the entire age spectrum. For example: "Tea for Two" is a delightful short story about a dragon and a unicorn that is appropriate for readers of all ages. 

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Middle Grade Books

Contemporary

Read books with contemporary, modern, themes. The Young Adult novel "Steps To Tomorrow: My Destiny, My Choice" is the flagship for this genre of books. 

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Children's Books that are engaging and illustrated

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Middle Grade Books

Middle Grade Books

Middle Grade Books and Short Story Collections. Primarily featuring anthropomorphic animals. 

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Adult Thrillers

Rhino

 

Time is running out for Dr. Minh Tran. Desperate to save her father, Linh plunges into Hanoi's lethal underworld, hunting a cure as ancient as it is forbidden.

Her search ensnares her in a bloody web of poachers, smugglers, and killers who traffic in extinction. As bodies pile up and evidence vanishes, a relentless inspector and a passionate conservationist close in from opposite sides.

Stalked by shadowy figures and haunted by impossible choices, Linh discovers a terrifying truth: saving her father may cost her soul—or both their lives.

In this high-stakes game where everyone is both hunter and hunted, survival demands crossing lines that can never be uncrossed.

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Guardians of the Silverback

 

In the heart of Uganda's most mysterious forest, Dr. Alex Kimani's peaceful life studying Silverback gorillas is shattered when corporate interests threaten the sanctuary he's sworn to protect. As ancient lands face modern dangers, Alex finds an unlikely ally in Grace Nwosu, a fearless journalist whose quest for truth matches his own passion for preservation.

But in a world where profit outweighs protection, exposing the truth could cost them everything. As they delve deeper into a web of corruption and greed, Alex and Grace discover that some secrets are worth dying for—and others are worth killing for.

"Guardians of the Silverback" is a pulse-pounding thriller where nature, politics, and human courage collide in a race to save one of Earth's most magnificent species before it's too late.

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Ivory

 In the shadowy world of illegal ivory trade, two unlikely allies join forces to dismantle a global criminal network.

Ming Wei, a former ivory smuggler haunted by his past, turns informant to atone for his sins. Zara Okonkwo, a fierce Kenyan conservation officer, is driven by a passion to protect Africa's endangered elephants. When their paths cross, they must overcome their mutual distrust to unravel a conspiracy that reaches from the savannas of Africa to the bustling streets of China.

"Ivory" is a gripping tale of redemption, justice, and the fight to preserve our planet's magnificent creatures. In a world where greed threatens to trump conservation, can two people from opposite sides of the law save an entire species? 

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Adult Historical Fiction

The Women of Ravensbruck

In the harsh confines of Ravensbrück, the infamous Nazi concentration camp for women, Sarah Rothstein a Jewish book keeper, Marie Laurent a French resistance fighter, Zofia Nowicki a Polish nurse, are thrown together in a crucible of suffering.

Yet in the face of unimaginable cruelty, they forge an unbreakable sisterhood. With grit, cunning, and quiet defiance, they wield their unique skills to sabotage their captors from within, daring to reclaim their humanity in a place designed to destroy it.

Their determined unity and the secret network of information they construct, reflect the real-life acts of resistance carried out by women during history's darkest chapters--resonating deeply with readers drawn to true stories of female courage, resilience, and solidarity under Nazi oppression.

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Fantasy

Tea for Two

Fantasy for readers of all ages: In the mystical land where Dragon and Unicorn reside, their shared dream of opening a tea shop unfolds into a journey of discovery, harmony, and unity. Despite their initial clashes over tea preferences, Dragon's bold and fiery nature and Unicorn's gentle and graceful demeanor find a balance that sets the stage for their partnership.



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Contemporary

Steps to Tomorrow: My Destiny, My Choice

When seventeen-year-old Zola Okoye—a driven, big-hearted chimpanzee with dreams of becoming a maternity nurse—faces an unplanned pregnancy, her carefully mapped future collapses into chaos. Caught between the expectations of her family, the cruelty of classmates, the silence of her boyfriend, and the firestorm of public judgment, Zola is thrust into the most personal and polarizing decision of her life.

But as she confronts fear, shame, and the voices trying to control her body and her destiny, Zola begins a powerful journey toward self-advocacy. Inspired by the ancestral stories her grandfather taught her, she learns that freedom isn’t given—it’s claimed.

Steps to Tomorrow is a bold, compassionate YA novel that explores bodily autonomy, the weight of community expectations, and the courage it takes to choose your own future. Emotional, hopeful, and deeply relevant, Zola’s story invites readers to walk beside her as she discovers that the most important part of any decision… is that it belongs to her.

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Children's Books

Bat Rocket Boogie

Bat Rocket Boogie tells the story of an imaginative bat colony that dreams of flying to the moon. When their leader suggests building a rocket, the bats embark on a wild adventure—soaring into the night sky, weathering storms, and crash-landing on a giant glowing disco ball in space. There they find music, lights, and an interstellar dance party like no other! Perfect for young readers who love silly humor, animals, and imaginative adventures.

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Middle Grade Books

Overcrowded at the Zoo

Welcome to the wildest problem a zoo has ever faced! In Overcrowded at the Zoo, a sudden surge of new animal residents throws the once-peaceful zoo into disarray. Enclosures overflow, tempers flare, and routines collapse—until a brave band of animals bands together to fix the chaos themselves.

Join this colorful cast of characters as they turn confusion into collaboration in this heartwarming tale of teamwork, empathy, and creative problem-solving.

Perfect for young readers who love animal adventures, Overcrowded at the Zoo is a delightful reminder that even the most unlikely group can come together to make things better—for everyone. 🌟 Fun, funny, and full of heart—this is one zoo story you’ll never forget! 🌟

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The Zoo Goes Bonkers!

This collection of light hearted short stories contains 37 stories about animals and their antics. Come and enjoy stories about creatures big and small such as Chammy the Chameleon and the great berry hunt, the soothing sounds of Jazz from a jaguars den or if Captain Blackbeak survives a mutiny on the highseas. "The Zoo Goes Bonkers" aims to bring parents and children together through thought provoking stories that stir up conversations about the world we live in. The book celebrates the human spirit with relatable animal characters while unpacking complexities of our world in a way that is light in nature and appropriate for readers of all ages.

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Welcome to the Zoo

Explore the captivating world of animals through 30 heartwarming and enchanting stories in our anthology. Join us on a journey of discovery, empathy, and wonder as we uncover the remarkable stories of creatures big and small, each with their own unique adventures to share. Whether you're a nature lover, a storyteller, or simply seeking inspiration, this anthology is a must-read for all ages. Immerse yourself in the beauty of our planet's animal inhabitants and be inspired by their extraordinary lives.

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