Recent release ‘From the Ballfields to the Coalfields’ from Newman Springs Publishing author Richard Boyd is a compelling memoir that takes readers through the author’s unbelievable memories with his family, childhood friends, teaching and coaching friends, and kids he coached.

KILL DEVIL HILLS, N.C. – November 11, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

Richard Boyd, who lives on the outer banks of North Carolina, has completed his new book “From the Ballfields to the Coalfields”: an engaging memoir that invites readers to join the author as he relives the highlights of his life, sharing memorable anecdotes and fascinating stories from his various experiences. 

Following a career of over 40 years as a teacher and coach, author Richard Boyd decided to write a book that sent him on a journey from the ball fields as a child to the coalfields as an older adult. Coach Boyd stayed on the ball fields as a child and finished his teaching and coaching career living in the small coal-mining community of Dante, Virginia, in far southwest Virginia. Because of his many years as a coach, most people call him simply “Coach.” 

From 1963 until 2010, Coach Boyd taught and coached most of those years in the state of Virginia. He taught health and physical education, American history, and geography. For most of the years that he taught, Coach Boyd also coached football, basketball, or baseball. Besides coaching, Coach Boyd played amateur organized baseball until the age of 40. He pitched against Hall of Famer Jim “Catfish” Hunter and was on a team that played against another Hall of Famer, the great Willie Mays.

Richard Boyd discusses his work, writing, “From the Ball Fields to the Coalfields is written to be nonfiction, although some stories are hard to believe. The lifetime of experiences mostly occurred in three regions of Virginia and some in Concord, North Carolina. The three regions in Virginia were the coastal tidewater area, the Shenandoah Valley, and the coalfields of far southwest Virginia. The people involved are friends, family, teachers, coaches, pro-athletes, my baseball teammates, and so many wonderful kids that I taught or coached.”

He continues, “Before my time on the ball fields, the book covers my grandfather’s part in helping with the Great Depression and an early part of my family in Concord, North Carolina. The period covers a period about being a World War II child, gangs of the fifties, school and amateur baseball, glory years of sports by way of radio, how army and college life was over fifty years ago, and how it was to be a teacher and coach for most of the period beginning in the early 1960s until 2010. Racial equality is one of America’s top issues. Chapters 20, 22, 23, and 27 demonstrate how far our nation has gone to be equal, but we still have a way to go. The chapters stress my involvement with African American treatment before Dr. Martin L. King’s speech about freedom.”

Published by Newman Springs Publishing, Richard Boyd’s engrossing work allows readers to share in the author’s lifetime of incredible memories. 

Readers who wish to experience this mesmerizing work can purchase “From the Ballfields to the Coalfields” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iBooks Store, Amazon, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Newman Springs Publishing at 732-243-8512.

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VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. – November 11, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

Fulton Books author Sydney Grace Grubbs, an avid storyteller and lover of animals, has completed her most recent book “Elliot the Elephant: And the Day He Lost His Yellow Rain Hat”: a charming story about a curious elephant who must rely on the kindness of his friends to help find his special hat after it blows away in the wind.

“Join Elliot as he meets up with some of his furry friends on a journey to find his yellow rain hat,” writes Grubbs. “Along the way, he will learn how special it is to have friends who are willing to lend a helping hand. This book helps teach kids the importance of when things don’t go your way to keep trying and to always have a kind heart.”

Published by Fulton Books, Sydney Grace Grubbs’ book is a delightful story that explores the importance of making friends who one can trust to come to their aid in their hour of need. Full of vibrant artwork and a lovably cute cast of characters, readers of all ages will want to revisit “Elliot the Elephant” over and over again.

Readers who wish to experience this enthralling work can purchase “Elliot the Elephant: And the Day He Lost His Yellow Rain Hat” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes & Noble.

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Sydney Grace Grubbs’ New Book ‘Elliot the Elephant’ Follows an Adorable Elephant Who Loses His Special Yellow Rain Hat and Must Go on an Adventure to Find It

Recent release “32 Healing Meditations for a Wounded World” from Newman Springs Publishing author Francis W. Vanderwall is a healing guide to aid readers in recovering from anxieties and fears that plague their everyday lives.

BATON ROUGE, La. – November 11, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

Francis W. Vanderwall, a professor emeritus at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University, a former Jesuit, and a current instructor of the Lagniappe Studies program at Louisiana State University, has completed his new book “32 Healing Meditations for a Wounded World”: a guide to bring to the forefront of the readers the understanding of the Divine Healer found in each individual psyche and soul and the damage that it takes on a near daily basis whether it be small or large and the healing that they don’t know that they need.

Published by Newman Springs Publishing, Francis W. Vanderwall’s introspective tale walks readers through how to reach this elusive place within ourselves, usually difficult to find because of the distractions and lures of daily life. This book shows the readers 32 different portals through which they can enter and give access to healing and improve their day-to-day lives.

Readers who wish to experience this devout work can purchase “32 Healing Meditations for a Wounded World” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iBooks Store, Amazon, or Barnes & Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Newman Springs Publishing at 732-243-8512.

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Author Francis W. Vanderwall’s new book ’32 Healing Meditations for a Wounded World’ is a guide to help readers uncover ways to heal and improve their lives

Recent release “Odyssey Down Under: Parts II and III” from Newman Springs Publishing author James Gardner follows Captain Dick Mobley as he continues his expedition through the South Pacific, encountering the various locations of the South Pacific Island, New Zealand, and more. Each new location presents a fresh adventure that leaps off the pages and comes to life through Gardner’s writing.

Drasco, AR – November 11, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

James Gardner, who traveled extensively with his late wife Anita while serving in the U.S. Navy, has completed his new book “Odyssey Down Under: Parts II and III”: a stirring collection of escapades that follows the travels of Captain Dick Mobley as he explores the South Pacific.

“The story, which began in ‘Odyssey Down Under’, continues with Parts II & III taking readers along for another trip with Captain Mobley and his crew on The Endeavor to South Pacific Islands, Norfolk, New Zealand, and Tasmania,” writes Gardner.

“So come ‘down under’ while we sail to some of these islands and grasp their beauty, romance, and intrigue as we continue our journey. I will write some logs and facts about this trip and fantasize how they were and how in reality they are today. For example, in World War II, my brother, Tim, said that Hawaii’s chain of islands were still tropical islands. Honolulu was rightly populated, one hotel and Pearl Harbor base. Now it’s wall-to-wall—or should I say shore-to-shore—with more hotels and stops, this happening to most islands as soon as an airstrip was put in!

“But still, in spite of modernization, the islands hold that ancient mystique and their primitive beauty in their nature. Geography is a call from the islands, ‘Here am I, come to me!’ So come aboard with me for a trip of a lifetime on this ‘Odyssey Down Under: South Pacific Islands, Norfolk, New Zealand, and Tasmania’.”

Published by Newman Springs Publishing, James Gardner’s moving tale will transport readers to exotic locations full of thrilling opportunities and unique characters, resulting in a beautifully written and expertly paced assortment of adventures.

Readers who wish to experience this riveting work can purchase “Odyssey Down Under: Parts II and III” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iBooks Store, Amazon, or Barnes & Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Newman Springs Publishing at 732-243-8512.

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Author James Gardner’s New Book ‘Odyssey Down Under: Parts II and III’ is a Captivating Tale Continuing the Exciting Adventures of Captain Dick Mobley

Recent audiobook release “Earth Story” from Audiobook Network author Rose Jones follows a young woman who wakes up in a suspended cage with no knowledge of how she appeared there. After finally escaping, Tessa will need to rely on the strength of her new friend to locate her missing father and somehow save all of mankind from ultimate destruction.

VISTA, Calif. – November 11, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

Rose Jones, a mother who earned her master’s degree in management from National University, has completed her new audiobook “Earth Story”: a compelling tale that follows one young woman’s attempts to escape her prison of unknown origins and discover the whereabouts of her father.

“Tessa Morgan wakes up day after day in a suspended cage,” writes Jones. “She tries repeatedly to escape, not knowing why or how she came to be there. Each time she attempts to leave, she is followed by a strange creature. When she is finally free, the two of them become friends and embark on a journey to find her father. In the process, they become unlikely heroes who must save all of mankind.”

Published by Audiobook Network, author Rose Jones’ new audiobook is a riveting fantasy that will capture the hearts and imaginations of listeners as they follow along on Tessa’s fascinating journey. With the help of her newfound companion, Tessa must strike up her inner courage to face unimaginable dangers to save the world, but will she manage to do so before time runs out? Full of suspense and unforgettable characters, this enthralling novel will leave listeners on the edge of their seats right up until the stirring conclusion.

Listeners can purchase the audiobook edition of “Earth Story” by Rose Jones through Audible, the Apple iTunes Store, or Amazon. 

Audiobooks are the fastest-growing segment in the digital publishing industry. According to The Infinite Dial 2019, 50% of Americans age 12 and older have listened to an audiobook. This huge growth can be partly attributed to increased listening in cars, which surpassed the home as the #1 audiobook listening location in the 2019 survey. Smart speaker proliferation also bodes well for future listening growth and more mainstream listening. 

Audiobook Network, Inc. (ABN) is a full-service audiobook publishing company that transforms authors’ books or e-books to life through audio narration. ABN handles narration, production, audio editing, digital formatting, distribution, promotion, and royalty collections all under one roof. For additional information or media inquiries, contact Audiobook Network at 866-296-7774.

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Author Rose Jones’ new Audiobook ‘Earth Story’ follows the quest of Tessa, who must rely on her strength and powerful will to overcome great odds and rescue her father

LOWRY CITY, Mo. – November 11, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

Fulton Books author Timothy W. Scott, who’s spent most of his adult life working with teens as a teacher, athletics director, basketball coach, house parent, and youth pastor, and currently serves on the Missouri Christian School Athletics Association committee, has completed his most recent book “Though I Walk Through the Valley: Stories of Tears, Trauma, and Triumph during the Dark Days of Divorce”: a thought-provoking collection of stories acquired from those who have gone through divorce that provide insight into navigating this difficult time in one’s life.

“A friend once said to me, ‘You don’t get a divorce; you go through a divorce.’ This statement is absolutely correct. Thinking someone can walk away from a marriage without consequence is one of the biggest lies of the devil. The trail of destruction left in the wake of a separation and eventual divorce is devastating. Like shock waves during an earthquake, this devastation expands to untold hundreds—if not thousands—of friends, family, and most of all, children of divorce. Divorce can be the most life-shattering event a child or a spouse will ever experience,” writes Scott.

“I know the trauma, feelings, and emotions. I’ve walked through the valley of divorce. However, I also know the peace and joy of Jesus coming alongside and walking with me. Today, 40 percent of all marriages end in divorce. Therefore, a lot of people are walking this same lonely path. For someone who has never experienced it, understanding will be hard; but for someone standing at the beginning of the valley, the road ahead looks almost unbearable. Questions like ‘How do I face tomorrow?’ ‘Does anyone understand what I am going through?’ and ‘Will this ever end?’ plague the mind of a spouse whose life they once knew now lays in a pile of broken hopes and dreams in front of them.”

Scott continues, “I decided it was time to write a book. However, this book would not just tell my journey; it would also tell the stories of several people who can now look back on the worst parts of their journey and give others perspective and hope.”

Published by Fulton Books, Timothy W. Scott’s book is a powerful guide to navigating the difficult feelings that one experiences while going through a divorce, and how to overcome such emotions to reach the other side. Despite the heavy sadness that weighs down upon those who find their marriage at an end, the stories of Scott and others show that life will continue, and with a renewed strength in God, sometimes it can lead to brand new and better opportunities ahead. 

Readers who wish to experience this enlightening work can purchase “Though I Walk Through the Valley: Stories of Tears, Trauma, and Triumph during the Dark Days of Divorce” at select bookstores, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes & Noble.

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NEW YORK – November 11, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

Fulton Books author Art Styl, who was drafted and served during the Vietnam War, has completed his most recent book “Poison Ivy”: a gripping and stirring novel that follows JR, a young soldier who finds his life changed forever when he receives a draft notice and leaves behind his home to go to war.

“During basic training in the army, it was common practice for the recruits to exercise and march to the cadence of popular songs of the time to keep the trainees in sync,” writes Styl. “It also took the trainees’ minds off the exercise—sometimes strenuous—that they were engaged in, and a five-mile forced march before breakfast was tolerated with little grumbling. Although the cadence was always the same, the words were often changed to reflect the reality of military duty. At the time, the words of the Coasters’ hit song ‘Poison Ivy’ were adapted to fit the life of a grunt in Vietnam. For example, ‘Poison ivy, poison ivy / Late at night while you’re sleepin’ / Poison ivy comes a-creepin’ around’ was changed to ‘Charlie Cong, Charlie Cong / Late at night while you’re sleepin’ / Charlie Cong comes a-creepin’ around.’

“On arriving in Vietnam, his first assignment was with the Fourth Infantry Division which was commonly referred to as the Ivy Division but was given several unofficial nicknames including the Funky Fourth and the Poison Ivy Division. Although he was only assigned to the Fourth Infantry for one-third of his tour, it was the most dangerous and memorable four months he spent in Vietnam. It seemed fitting that Poison Ivy was the perfect choice for the title of this book.”

Published by Fulton Books, Art Styl’s book is inspired by the author’s own life and the harsh realities he faced upon returning home from war. After seeking out help from the Veterans Administration and being diagnosed with PTSD and major depression, Styl was encouraged to write about his experiences to help him navigate and recover from his feelings about his time spent in the service.

A raw and honest narrative, JR’s story is sure to stay with readers long after its conclusion.

Readers who wish to experience this mesmerizing work can purchase “Poison Ivy” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

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Art Styl’s New Book ‘Poison Ivy’ is a Powerful Story of the Horrors of War That Soldiers Endure, and the Continued Difficulties That Haunt Them as They Return Home

Recent release ‘Bible & Battlefield: 7 Lessons from the Civil War for our Christian Faith Today: Book 1’ from Covenant Books author Amanda J. Lucas is a thought-provoking exploration of how the Bible, much like history, must be preserved and learned and not glossed over. Through her writings, Lucas explores how the Bible is not just a series of stories, but true history in the form of Scripture.

FOREST LAKE, Minn. – November 11, 2022 – (Newswire.com)

Amanda J. Lucas, who practices real estate and was recently installed as church historian for her home church, has completed her new book “Bible & Battlefield: 7 Lessons from the Civil War for our Christian Faith Today: Book 1”: an invigorating Bible study that focuses on examining the connection between the Bible and history to renew one’s faith in God and his Holy Scripture.

“‘Bible and Battlefield: 7 Lessons from the Civil War for Our Christian Faith Today’ is a type of Bible study that weaves history and biblical lessons together in a way that has not been done before,” writes Lucas. “‘Bible and Battlefield’ will guide readers and study groups through several topics ranging from how to handle difficult people, what radical hospitality truly means, and having courage in life and leadership, all while connecting them to people, places, and events in the Civil War.

“The Bible itself is filled with true stories about real people and their experiences. The same can be said about the Civil War; it was about real people, real experiences, and real issues. It is easily forgotten that those true events happened on the other side of the sepia-tone photographs in the Library of Congress catalog. How quickly it is forgotten that the casualty numbers listed in countless textbooks represent real people! It is even simpler to forget that the Bible is not just a collection of unsubstantiated stories but is the real Word of God.

“History is not meant to be forgotten; it is not meant to be glossed over. Neither are the stories in the Bible, especially when those stories and lessons are difficult ones in this age of doing only what is comfortable. The Bible and history are ageless and applicable to every generation, yesterday and today. ‘Bible and Battlefield’ seeks to bring both history and the Bible together in a way that deepens faith and applies that history in a manner that today’s society often believes it is not—real and relevant.”

Published by Covenant Books of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, Amanda J. Lucas’s new book is an essential companion for those who wish to study the Bible in greater depth to truly understand God’s ministries and his divine plan.

Readers can purchase “Bible & Battlefield: 7 Lessons from the Civil War for our Christian Faith Today: Book 1” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon or Barnes and Noble.

Covenant Books is an international Christian-owned and operated publishing house based in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Covenant Books specializes in all genres of work that appeal to the Christian market. For additional information or media inquiries, contact Covenant Books at 843-507-8373.   

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