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The Donaldson family is visited by yet another eccentric family member. This time it is Aunt Mary, their mom’s cousin. Mary is an artistic soul, but very rude to everyone. The only one who seems to care a bit that Aunt Mary is staying awhile with them, while she attends a local art restoration masterclass, is Isla because they are both artists. But when the girls see Aunt Mary drawing strange pictures, of course they’re curious to find out what they mean. And why are the pictures so strange?

The Amber Crane

The Amber Crane follows the life of Peter Glienke, an amber craftsman apprentice during the Thirty Years' War in Stolpmende, Germany, in the year 1644. One fateful day, Peter discovered two pieces of amber on the beach and decided to keep them. His actions violated the law, which forbids locals from even walking on the beach, let alone picking up or keeping amber. This incident marked the beginning of new experiences for him. Peter began having vivid dreams which felt real set in about 300 years into the future. He now lives in the real world and the dream world.

The Fire on Slate Fell

When sisters Mae and Isla Donaldson begin to notice some strange things happening around their town of Cockermouth, they do what they both do best. Mae takes to writing things in code in her journal to help her recall details about things that she can refer to later on. Only she understands her coded writing. Isla, her younger sister, loves to draw everything in her sketch book. She draws things that catch her eye, including things that seem strangely happening in their town.

The Lad in the Lane

While sisters Isla and Mae are preparing their camping site with their father, an unexpected rainstorm moves in making them take cover in their tents. While looking out of their tents as the rain becomes heavier, the girls can’t believe their eyes. Standing next to their tents is a young boy looking at them who is bone dry and not saying a word to either one of them. Then the unthinkable happens.

Goon

Goon is a troubled foster kid who stole a car and then injured his younger brother before being sent to a juvenile detention center. While there, Goon has to deal with the various rules and regulations, violent fellow prisoners, a hurricane, his attraction for a girl who volunteers at the prison, and his guilt and anguished concern about his brother.

Obesseus Lord Of The Buffet

Taking place in the fantasical world of Buffetland, Obesseus Lord Of The Buffet is a humorous adventure novel. In this world, food comes to life and forms two factions: one that promotes a healthy diet and one that believes in eating without any restrictions.

Seeds of Leadership

Seeds of Leadership by Will Lukang is a non-fiction motivational business management and leadership book that would appeal most to a mixed audience of young adults and adults who either work in a leadership role or who aspire to.

The Wolf of Ennerdale

Yet again, Uncle Bill has decided to show up unannounced at the Donaldson family’s home, hoping he can stay a few days with them like he has done in the past. The morning after his arrival, the message ‘Is it safe’ is fingered in the condensation on the glass of the kitchen window. No one understands how or why this message is on the window. Uncle Bill says he was just pulling a prank on the family, but sisters Isla and Mae have a gut feeling he’s lying to everyone.

Love Wars: Clash of the Parents

Love Wars: Clash of the Parents is a memoir written by Matthew A. Tower on how his once happy and loving childhood was lost in the clash between fighting parents. Young Matthew’s entire world is upended when his once happy family starts to come apart at the seams with his once in love parents seeming to always be fighting and hating each other, with him stuck in the middle of it all.

At the Foot of the Mountain

At the Foot of the Mountain is a collection of 50 poems, each typically one to two pages long. It explores self-discovery, loneliness, relationships, and the quiet pains of life. TAK Erzinger guides the reader through peaceful countrysides and natural landscapes, using nature to talk about human emotions. The collection also addresses depression, cultural identity, and personal struggles. These themes reflect Erzinger’s own life, influenced by her multicultural background and her strong connection to nature. Each poem feels like a small journey.

Career Breakthrough Playbook

Career Breakthrough Playbook: Get Unstuck, Get Ahead is written by various professionals to guide people who feel stuck at any stage of their career, from those who are just starting out to CEOs who want to move ahead in their career. This book not only focuses on getting a job or promotion but also highlights important values such as emotional intelligence and stress management. It explains how to network effectively at events to build valuable connections. Public speaking and leadership are presented as essential skills in the corporate world, whether you are an employee or a boss, and the book offers practical tips to develop them.

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J. L. Putney

Congratulations to J.L. Putney on his LitPickTop Choice Award award for At The Foot of the Mountain.

J. L. Putney is a retired Illustrator and Systems Analyst. He also briefly taught High School English and Creative Writing.

He and his wife, Susan, have three children; Hannah, Rachel and Kyam and five grandchildren; Ian, Lewis, Tessa, Micah and Chloe, to whom this work is lovingly dedicated.

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Featured Author

J. L. Putney

Congratulations to J.L. Putney on his LitPickTop Choice Award award for At The Foot of the Mountain.

J. L. Putney is a retired Illustrator and Systems Analyst. He also briefly taught High School English and Creative Writing.

He and his wife, Susan, have three children; Hannah, Rachel and Kyam and five grandchildren; Ian, Lewis, Tessa, Micah and Chloe, to whom this work is lovingly dedicated.

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