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Based on extensive original research and interviews with World War II Liberator Flight Engineer, Royce Fulmer, A Drop in the Night chronicles Fulmer's involvement in "Operation Carpetbagger," a secret mission designed to drop spies and supplies to help Resistance fighters deep inside Nazi-occupied territory.

In A Sign of the Times, newly arrived teacher Leanna Pallas challenges a rural Pennsylvania family in 1885 to embrace education and adapt to a changing world.

This study guide for A Sign of the Times offers chapter-by-chapter objectives, lesson ideas, research prompts, key themes and vocabulary, and critical thinking questions for classroom use.

Dinosaurs lived long, long ago, before the first human lived on earth. They came in different shapes, sizes, and colors and lived all over the world and are fun to learn about.

An captivating collection of 34 poems from the unique mind of poet Timothy Pettet.

After the Idea, How to Turn Your Idea Into A Business consists of a concise checklist laying out sequential steps for those who want to break out on their own and create their own business.  Designed and created by those who have already been “there.” “There” is a funny place, because there is no “there.” It’s a state of mind and a practical state of achieving what was first only an idea.

At 80, Sandra Richmond didn’t just write a book—she embraced publishing with curiosity and courage. In Aging Adventurously – How I Wrote a Book and Got It Published at 80, she shares the honest, practical story behind her literary debut. After the success of Milepost 75, readers wanted to know how she did it. This book is her answer. Sandra explains how she overcame self‑doubt, built a writing process, worked with a coach and editor, and navigated publishing and marketing. With real examples and candid insights, she proves it’s never too late to write—and publish—your story.

Four old women attend church one evening and make a wish to be young once more: twenty-one years old for twenty-four hours. When their wish is granted, they set out to have more than just another party—they embark on a twenty-four-hour odyssey to find redemption from haunting memories.

When therapist Grace McDonald returns to Kansas after years in Alaska, she faces a daunting mediation case involving parental rights, custody, and the soul of eleven‑year‑old David. His father, Mike, is a combat veteran unaware of his son; his mother, Becca, belongs to the notorious Westboro Baptist Church. In All God’s Children, Susan Kraus blends fact and fiction, exposing hidden conflicts and forcing Grace to uncover truth after a brutal assault shakes the community.

AUTHORS BEWARE! offers essential legal and business guidance for writers, blending expert insight and real publishing pitfalls to help authors protect their work, navigate contracts, and avoid common problems in self‑publishing, service agreements, or traditional deals.

In Book 1 of the Ariana Series. Ariana Abrams has always sensed loving spirits who protected her through an abusive childhood. Seeking distance from her violent family, she moves to Arizona for college and begins therapy, where she finds seven peers who finally offer true friendship. Each possesses emerging psychic abilities that reveal the world’s fear, hatred, and violence—as well as the spiritual love that can heal it. Guided by teachers in this realm and beyond, the group must strengthen their gifts to confront dark forces threatening humanity’s future.

Ariana is already struggling to start over when she learns she’s an alien destined to help save the world. With seven gifted friends developing extraordinary abilities, she believes they might succeed. But each must face difficult personal trials that could fracture the group. If even one of them falls to the Darkness, they risk losing not only themselves, but the entire planet.

In Book 1 of the Faerie’s Tale Series, by Joan Scibienski After an accident in the Sierra Nevada Mountains erases a mysterious woman’s memory, the guilt‑stricken driver who hit her vows to help. Drawn to his kindness despite knowing nothing of her past, she senses something magical within herself. As their connection deepens, hidden truths threaten their fragile bond—and only the fairies know whether love can survive what’s revealed.

Nathan’s life shatters after a violent attack drags him into a supernatural world he despises. As detectives Murray and Cooper investigate rising occult violence, Bound by Blood unravels hidden magic, dangerous powers, and devastating secrets that threaten them all.

Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, offers the pastoral beauty of England, Ireland, and the Scottish Highlands, along with river valleys reminiscent of New York’s Hudson. Joel Schwartz first discovered its wonders at age seven and returned throughout his life with children and grandchildren, especially to the Margaree River Valley. A retired CUNY biology professor and historian of natural science, Schwartz brings authority to his portrait of Cape Breton’s landscapes, welcoming people, and the revival of Gaelic and Acadian culture. The island has become a haven for artists, with highlights including salmon fishing on the Margaree and swimming in the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

Tom T. Moore channels answers to questions posed to “Gaia” — the energy that is often described as “the soul of the Earth.” Topics in Volume 1 include an Introduction to Gaia and how she came to Earth; earth movement including possible future events regarding earthquakes and volcanic eruptions; spiritual Information and metaphysical tools; information about upcoming technological advancement, and more.

In Volume 2: Conversations With Gaia, The Soul Of The Earth, Tom T. Moore continues asking Gaia questions and channels answers that cover topics including: information about upcoming heath & medical advancements; extraterrestrials, including their involvement on Earth; revealing information about ancient civilizations; explanations regarding structures like the pyramids, and more.

A lyrical bedtime tale paired with a gentle yoga practice, guiding children and caregivers into deep relaxation through poetic language and whimsical watercolor art, creating a soothing, consistent nighttime routine.

After thirty years in recovery, I examined the traits and behaviors that shaped my addiction and early adulthood. Courtesy Boy helps people recognize patterns that lead to addiction and challenges the stigma surrounding it. Addiction is a complex, nonlinear mosaic, and this book reconstructs that mosaic with the clarity only hindsight provides.

Nathan, a hunted vampire, must outwit a vengeful rival as war brews between wolves, humans, and the undead. With the city collapsing into chaos, PI Murray’s investigation pulls him into a deadly clash of clans where truth and survival come at a brutal cost.

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In Dear Erma Bombeck in Heaven – What the Hell?!, Jillian Van Hefty pens laugh‑out‑loud letters to the late humorist, reporting on a world obsessed with Botox, gender‑reveal parties, designer dogs, and smartphone madness. With affectionate irreverence, she channels Bombeck’s spirit to skewer modern life’s absurdities while reflecting tenderly on how much has changed. A nostalgic, sharp‑eyed tribute to the chaos of “living our best life.”

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Dr. Yecke offers a fresh, deeply researched portrait of Laura Ingalls Wilder, placing the Little House books within the real history of American expansion and the Great Plains. With clarity and insight, she uncovers the people, places, and events that shaped Wilder’s life and the stories readers have cherished for generations.

Grace McDonald enjoys a strong marriage, healthy children, and fulfilling work as a therapist—until tragedy threatens it all. Mandy believes marrying Danny Rivers is a dream, but when mistreated, she hides the truth until she seeks help. Fall From Grace blends psychological thriller with character‑driven drama. At its core lies a murder, but more gripping are the fractured relationships tested in its aftermath. Integrity clashes with DNA, intuition with evidence, challenging illusions of control and loyalty when facing the unthinkable.

Brilliant and multilingual, Farieh Bukhari dazzles during her freshman year at the University of Kansas after testing out of her entire math degree. A summer trip home to Tehran turns dangerous when the Revolutionary Guard forces her to flee back to Kansas. There, she falls for Steven, an older charmer whose affection darkens, pushing Farieh to confront a relationship that’s no longer safe or healthy.

Ariana’s move to Arizona brings healing, friendship, and the discovery that she and seven students are becoming “activated,” gaining abilities to sense energy, communicate with the dead, and understand the interconnectedness of all things. As their powers intensify, tragedy strikes a beloved friend, shaking their faith and forcing them to confront profound spiritual questions. Guided by a gifted mentor, they deepen their abilities and resilience. In this final installment, the group faces its greatest challenges as they learn to harness their psychic gifts to protect one another—and ultimately, the planet itself.

Molly Krause recounts growing up in 1970s Topeka with two sisters, a single mother, and challenges including mental illness, substance abuse, and family separation. Amid hardship, her dance talent flourished, and the family ultimately reunited through crisis, sustained by humor, resilience, and unconditional love.

Five surreal, grounded stories explore grief, insecurity, and the isolating shifts of life’s turning points. Through alienation and the sense of feeling dead while living, they reveal how preservation matters and how beauty can emerge from what’s broken, affirming life’s meaning in the shadow of death.

Buddy, a lost Border Collie, finds his purpose and forever home in this heartwarming true story told from his perspective, with proceeds supporting P.H.A.R.M. Dog.

A retired Army couple in Belize rescues a wounded Mayan dog. Meme believes God entrusted them with the animal she names Frances the Angel Dog. As they build a school for local children, Frances heals and discovers extraordinary abilities that reach far beyond her mended leg.

When Frog moves to the barnyard, something is not quite right. What is Frog to do when it looks like his new neighbors are playing a prank on him?

A companion coloring book, for Frog Goes...

The year is 1980 and Henry Spivack hatches a plot to manipulate the gold market, coercing a group of brokers and several people in his own company to carry out his illegal plan of buying big, then selling all out. 

A young boy riding a city bus with his African American grandmother grows curious about a building outside. She reveals it was the site of a historic civil rights sit‑in led by Black students—and that she herself took part, helping change where Black people could eat.

House of Aries, the first Ascendant Series book, follows Kyndal Davenport, sole survivor of a tragic crash, adjusting to life with a stranger aunt. Drawn to enigmatic Roman Sands, she discovers strange powers and a destiny entwined with his—one that transcends high school romance and may determine the fate of the world.

House of Libra, book three of the Ascendant Series, follows Kyndal, Roman, Grady, and Brynn—the new Guard—as they learn trust and unity are vital to saving their people. Despite growing powers, sacrifices must be made to defeat the Kindred’s greatest enemy.

House of Scorpio, the final Ascendant Series book, sees old enemies unite, new strengths revealed, and allegiances tested as the Kindred fight to protect innocents. Facing war, they must choose between obedience to tradition or defiance, a decision that could bring salvation—or the ruin of all they hold dear.

House of Tarus, book two of the Ascendant Series, follows Kyndal as she tests her growing powers to save the man bound to her by fate. To succeed, she must uncover hidden truths about her past and the Kindred, realizing it takes more than fire to defeat shadowy foes on her far‑reaching journey.

How to Train Your Best Friend shares practical, expert tips from lifelong dog lover Reyna Bradford to help you raise a happy, well-behaved dog.

In My Hands tells the inspiring story of Reyna Bradford’s life raising goats and training dogs, celebrating the bonds between humans and animals and the joys of living fully without sight.

This study guide by Emil Cicogna helps readers dive deeper into Reyna Bradford’s In My Hands, offering chapter summaries, discussion questions, and learning activities for parents and children.

At her first fraternity party, freshman Hannah is flattered by senior Logan—until things go terribly wrong. Across town, junior Shelby wakes with no memory after a date. Therapist Grace McDonald helps both women navigate trauma, justice, and the murky world of hookup culture. Her pursuit of truth pushes ethical boundaries. Insufficient Evidence is a psychological thriller where “consensual” and “just a hookup” undermine evidence, and fractured relationships test friendship, family, loyalty, and revenge in the aftermath.

Into the Realms of Darkness – Book 2 of the Faerie’s Tale Series, Theresa believes she has an idyllic life in the Sierra Nevada Mountains—a loving husband, a spirited daughter, and a new baby on the way. But her daughter’s chilling claim that the unborn child is “evil,” combined with Theresa’s growing exhaustion and resurfacing fears, signals something deeply wrong. When a new friend forces her to confront the memories lost in a long‑ago accident, Theresa uncovers truths that could alter her family’s future—and possibly the fate of the world.

Momma Fox and her cubs, Meadow and Brush, face a stormy day in Fox Hollow and learn about Momma’s difficult journey there. They discover that challenges can be overcome and that their family and friends are brave enough to learn and grow together—bringing them j

A year after her husband Andy’s death, Joyce Becker keeps their restaurant running with her sister Maggie, while hiding painful secrets that strain her family—especially her daughter Cassie. When Cassie becomes engaged, unexpected events intertwine the two families, threatening relationships and forcing Joyce to confront her grief. Ultimately, they navigate secrets, forgiveness, and the meaning of moving forward together.

K-State’s Wrestling Legacy gives readers a comprehensive look at the program’s history and connects it to the sport’s growth in the Sunflower State and its national influence.

Last Light follows Isabelle Graham, a young woman hired in 1943 to interpret for German POWs at a Kansas Army hospital. Haunted by childhood secrets, she’s drawn into a struggle that endangers her life and others far beyond the prairie. Moving between Kansas and Vienna, Farnsworth explores courage, betrayal, and the hidden emotional histories of war—reminding us that its truest stories live not in grand strategy but in the conflicted hearts of those history often forgets.

After losing her 47‑year‑old daughter to overdose, Deborah Shouse begins an unexpected post‑death correspondence exploring grief, addiction, spirituality, and family. Letters from the Ungrateful Dead blends heartbreak and humor as a mother searches for connection amid unimaginable loss.

In this informative and uplifting memoir, "Dr. Walt" recounts the early history of the world-famous Menninger psychiatric clinic, reviews his amazing life achievements, and shares his wisdom about living a good life

Step into small‑town life with Anne Spry’s warm, witty memoir, filled with unforgettable characters and decades of humorous columns about parenting, aging, misadventures, and life with a city‑boy‑turned‑country husband. A "refreshed edition" of Letters from Home, it adds new reflections from retirement, inviting readers to laugh at life’s curveballs, embrace the mess, and celebrate the people who shape our stories. A joyful read for parents, caregivers, writers, and anyone who loves to laugh.

With a novelist’s eye for detail and a poet’s gift for language, Marcia Cebulska has written a visceral knockout of a memoir packed with vibrant, unforgettable family members and unexpected happenings.

Lunacy and Acts of God is a coming‑of‑age story set amid the remarkable convergence of events and people in 1950s Topeka. It explores community, inherited prejudice, and the lives of quirky, marginalized individuals, highlighting our shared differences, similarities, and the choices that shape us.

Sandra Richmond’s Milepost 75 follows the ambitious goals she set for her 75th year, reflecting on decades of hikes, challenges, and growth. With wisdom and honesty, she explores victories, setbacks, and the lessons they revealed, honoring the “trail angels” whose timely presence shaped her journey and deepened her understanding of self.

Beth DeCarbo’s memoir revisits her unconventional Kansas childhood, split between her dad’s hardware store and her mom’s competing shop next door. Surrounded by a colorful cast—from her mischievous brother to quirky relatives and even Doorknob the cat—Bethy faces family tensions, personal challenges, and economic pressures that threaten both stores, ultimately learning lasting lessons about resilience and community.

Immigrants from Mexico and Central America, as well as refugees fleeing Vietnam after the end of the conflict, have arrived in Kingston, Kansas, to work in the meat-packing plant. When a young girl is killed outside the community youth center in a shootout between Vietnamese and Latino youths, the town’s efforts to unite their changing community threaten to explode.

Now Let Me Fly is a theatrical triumph echoing the authentic voices of the individuals whose courage led to the landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision Brown v. Board of Education.

This is a story of a father lost to Alzheimer’s. It is a story of a son’s transformation from grief to growth in his on-going effort to have a meaningful relationship with his father. The sadness at the loss of this man includes poignant and funny moments when his sweetness unexpectedly emerged.

Princess Raven Proves that Love Can Overcome Anger tells how Raven and her friends meet a blind alligator bullied by his cousin. Determined, Raven teaches the mean cousin to release anger, embracing kindness and love instead.

Princess Raven and her friends discover the power of friendship when helping Brian the Dragon. Once lonely and afraid, Brian finds love, encouragement, and strength to become who he is truly meant to be.

Princess Raven, traveling with her animal friends, meets Prince Maverick from a neighboring kingdom. Despite his riches and struggles, they learn challenges foster growth, and love has the power to overcome any hurt.

Princess Raven cherished her castle life, family, friends, horse, and woodland companions, but soon discovered that even the most joyful kingdoms face unexpected challenges.

In this sequel to A Sign of the Times, Rachel and the Collier family navigate early 20th-century life, facing technological change, World War I, and the challenges of love, family, and survival.

This study guide for Rachel offers chapter-by-chapter objectives, lesson ideas, research prompts, key themes and vocabulary, and critical thinking questions for classroom use.

This guide shows how numerology can help parents understand a child’s natural tendencies, needs, and talents. By using this ancient system as a map, you can tailor education, discipline, and support in ways that nurture strengths, reduce conflict, and avoid triggering the less desirable aspects of your child’s innate personality.

This is an educational companion to the historical novel Rodantha's Road, by Joyce Hilliard Stotts. A wonderful supplemental aid that includes topics covering: Objective and Purpose, Discussion Guide, Summarizing Group Activities After Reading the Book, Terms and Definitions, and Reference Materials.

Inspired by true events, Rodantha’s Road follows a determined young woman and her abolitionist husband as they cross 1,000 miles of perilous frontier, facing fear, hardship, and newfound freedom on their journey to settle in Bleeding Kansas.

A fun book full of dinosaurs you can color! With 27 original, detailed illustrations.

In this adorably illustrated book, children and parents can share in a loving, positive way, how to wash our hands and keep our fingers away from our "tunnels," our nose, mouth, eyes, and ears. 

Eight-year-old Rudy is scared of everything, especially the bullies who chase him home when his brave best friend Billy isn’t around. When Billy convinces him to go fishing deep in the forest, their fun outing turns terrifying. Rudy’s constant fear spirals as the boys are mysteriously pulled into a strange, dangerous world. To save Billy and escape, Rudy must confront the fears that have always controlled him and discover the courage he never knew he had.

Seven Days in the Mist follows Nancy Britt as she escapes heartbreak, crisis, and isolation by traveling alone to Ireland. Confronting anxiety and searching for renewal, she wanders without a plan, opening herself to healing, connection, and the possibility of rebirth.

This quick guide offers essential customer‑service reminders for busy business owners. Through stories and current data, expert Lynn W. Murphy shares practical insights gained from decades as an entrepreneur, coach, and customer‑service leader.

In this unique and uplifting book, author Dr. Kristin Heslop invites those who struggle with issues surrounding eating, body image, dread of exercise, and self-love, to explore the keys to success she discovered in her own very personal journey.

Skywriting, a how-to journal book, includes exercises from Marcia Cebulska’s her own creative and memoir writing experience, her teaching of dramatic and creative writing classes, and leading Writing to Heal groups. Cebulska believes that writing can give us courage, a sense of authenticity, and make us look up.

Steep traces an odyssey from a poor Boston neighborhood to a neurosurgical practice in Middle America. It’s more about the price of success than the weight of bigotry – a story of resilience and self-discovery that will resonate with anyone who has wrestled with their past as they chased the American Dream.

Sticky Sadness, Book 4 of The Adventures in Lusair, follows Billy, Rudy, and Josey as they return to a once‑vibrant world now threatened by a spreading corruption. For Rudy, the mission is personal—he’s still grieving his grandmother and must face his sadness to help heal Lusair. With friendship and courage guiding them, the trio embarks on their most emotional adventure yet, determined to restore peace before darkness takes over.

“I thought I was escaping war. Instead, I found my way home.” In this coming‑of‑age Peace Corps memoir, a young woman fleeing a turbulent America joins her husband in 1970s Brazil, where heat, poverty, and beauty reshape her understanding of identity, service, and belonging. Decades later, Anne Spry reflects on how building a school, navigating cultural upheaval, and finding community taught her what home truly means.

Momma Fox and her cubs, Meadow and Brush, welcome spring in Fox Hollow as colors return and animals awaken, each with unique challenges. They learn that every creature’s differences make them special, and by helping one another, they can grow, explore, and inspire new adventures—bringing joy to their family.

Momma Fox and her cubs, Meadow and Brush, enjoy a breezy day in Fox Hollow as they and their friends learn about kindness. Even when change feels challenging, they discover that expressing themselves with care and treating others gently matters most—bringing joy to their little family.

Momma Fox and her cubs, Meadow and Brush, face a sudden storm in Fox Hollow and learn that the unknown can feel scary. But kindness and caring for one another make every storm easier to weather, bringing moments of love, joy, and the comfort of facing challenges together.

Momma Fox and her cubs, Meadow and Brush, enjoy life in Fox Hollow, where every creature is different. They learn that differences don’t matter—what matters is being free to be yourself and living in the way that makes you happiest.

Momma Fox and her cubs, Meadow and Brush, enjoy life in Fox Hollow as winter nears and the forest begins to change. They learn that every creature has its own path, and by helping one another, everyone can grow—bringing joy to their little family.

Tame That Flame, Book 3 of The Adventures in Lusair, follows Billy as he struggles with big, overwhelming anger. When he, Rudy, and Joey return to Lusair, they discover the magical world has transformed into a land consumed by fury. To restore balance, the friends must confront their own emotions and learn healthy ways to manage anger. Together, they embark on a lively adventure that teaches patience, understanding, and how to make things right again.

Ten “perfect” monsters count their way toward bed, launching a Not‑so‑Snoozy adventure. Will they make it back? Maybe! Young readers ages two to five can COUNT on a monstrously delightful nighttime romp.

The complete 4 book series, The Adventures in Lusair, under one cover, including book 1 Scaredy, book 2, Wandering Ears, book 3, Tame That Flame, and book 4, Sticky Sadness. Join Rudy and his many friends as they learn about good character and values in the magical world of Lusair.

The Ariana Series, by Joan Scibienski This compilation of Books 1–3 follows a group of intuitive young adults awakening to profound metaphysical truths. As they develop psychic abilities and learn to trust their inner knowing, they confront life’s challenges with compassion, courage, and a commitment to moving from fear to love. Scibienski’s storytelling highlights their growth as they support one another and navigate the deeper realities beyond the five senses. The series flows through their interconnected journeys, offering readers insight, inspiration, and an invitation to explore their own spiritual awareness.

The Best Little Bread Book demystifies homemade bread with simple, wholesome recipes. Free from processed ingredients, these comforting loaves bring centuries of tradition, good nutrition, and the joy of baking into your kitchen.

The Best Little Herb Book guides new gardeners in growing and using organic herbs, with DeFalco’s tested recipes offering easy, step‑by‑step instructions for delicious, home‑grown meals and treats.

The Butterfly Bush, by Josephine DeFalco, explores the struggle between past and future through Leandra’s journey. Torn from her Appalachian roots to pursue her mother’s dreams of the city, she learns survival means hiding her country identity. Yet her heart longs for Mamaw, Papaw, and home. As she juggles a troubled family, a wealthy boyfriend, and her own uncertain path, Leandra discovers she belongs nowhere—her journey’s end remains a mystery, full of surprise and self‑discovery.

Can you ever truly return home? In The Butterfly’s Secret, Leandra’s journey back to her Appalachian hills rekindles her love for land and family while thrusting her into new roles. Secrets surface and are buried, reshaping her identity. Ultimately, she must decide whether to reveal them or remain silent—her choice will forever alter the Barker family and generations to come.

In The Geography of the Soul, Dr. Royce Fitts undertakes a solitary walk along one of Europe’s oldest roads, letting the ancient landscape guide an equally deep inner journey. Woven with memories, dreams, and hard‑won healing, his pilgrimage blends outer terrain and inner life, inviting readers to face their wounds with courage and shape a more authentic, meaningful path forward.

In this climactic conclusion, The Hammer and the Anvil weaves historical events with the story of the Collier and Standlin families, who realize their very survival is threatened by unscrupulous industrialists and corrupt politicians.

This study guide for The Hammer and The Anvil offers chapter-by-chapter objectives, lesson ideas, research prompts, key themes and vocabulary, and critical thinking questions for classroom use.

When Cassandra Lee’s physicist husband vanishes, her life unravels. A year later, still adrift in grief, an unexpected secret upends everything, pulling her into a collision between harsh reality and the seemingly impossible.

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With over forty years as a professional singer, Colleen Mallette offers passionate, practical guidance for emerging artists. A gifted teacher, she inspires while delivering honest truths, and provides reflective journaling exercises to help you clarify your purpose and chart your artistic path.

The Nightbird’s Song, follows Brenna McEvoy, a widowed mother of three, who must rebuild her life after her husband’s sudden death. Transforming her Victorian home into a boarding house for miners, she faces daily struggles and learns of the hardship and prejudice endured by the working class. When Brenna falls in love with a laborer and is rejected by her privileged circle, she must choose between society’s rules and her heart.

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A young doctor’s honest admission that he speaks Russian thrusts him from a routine Army application into a covert Cold War mission. Recruited by shadowy Defense officials, he’s swept from safe expectations into a dangerous operation stretching from the ruins of Leningrad to the icy Bering Sea. What begins as a rescue becomes a deadly pursuit through enemy territory, where he must rely on his medical training, language skills, and instincts in a high‑stakes thriller where secrets and loyalty can kill.

The Spoils of Victory follows Rolf Mueller, a young German soldier captured in North Africa in 1943 and sent as a POW to Kansas. Far from the front lines, his journey is shaped by guards, fellow prisoners, and especially the Unruhs, a Mennonite farm family whose pacifist heritage contrasts sharply with his past. Hired during a wartime labor shortage, Rolf confronts the irony of serving those who reject violence. Meanwhile, Loretta Unruh, the family’s eldest daughter, navigates her own changing world, torn between personal aspirations and the traditions that anchor her.

The enchanted farmyard bustles as animals prepare for the Strawberry Festival, from purple‑egg‑laying hens to a musical sheep band. Their celebration requires teamwork and creativity. Each chapter ends with questions for young listeners, plus recipes offering sweet, shared activities for children and adults.