The Sicilian RopeMass Lynching and Anti-Italian Terror in the Unites StatesA Hidden History of Racial Hatred 1880-1945This book, The Sicilian Rope, explores the intricate history of Italian immigration to the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with a particular emphasis on Southern Italians and Sicilians. It analyzes the socio-economic factors that propelled this migration and underscores the rise of nativist sentiments that classified these ...

After a hurricane unsettles North Carolina's Outer Banks, Pamlico Sound lies deceptively calm.A small fishing charter runs aground on a shoal as the tide begins to rise, stranding its passengers in open water with the boat out of reach and daylight slipping away. They came aboard for different reasons - a trip already paid for, a weekend already promised, a chance to pretend certain things were not breaking.But the sea has a way of pulling truth to the surface.For A...

Get the award winning series in one collection. Includes two bonus scenes previously only available in print.Success. Wealth. Power.Franklin Benedict left his three sons a legacy and an empire, and the brothers are now at the helm of one the most powerful shipping corporations in the world. Though they were raised as southern gentlemen, they have no problem living up to the playboy label they’ve been given.Secrets. Lies. Betrayal.But their father left behind...

It's 2050, and The United States of America is no more.It is now the Regions of New America.TrianaAll her life, Triana Medina had followed the rules, mostly because she'd had no choice. Regardless, she'd been raised by devoted, caring, and successful parents, which had allowed her to live a comfortable life and even go to college. Her relationship with her brother was also another blessing that she cherished in her life, no sibling rivalry in the Me...

Fu Shen, the renowned general of the Northern Yan Army, has long served as Great Zhou's shield against foreign enemies. When he suffers grievous injuries during an ambush, his days of glory come to an abrupt end. The emperor, long wary of his general's influence, seizes the opportunity to recall him to the capital.Yan Xiaohan, the imperial inspector of the Feilong Guard, is a court flatterer as famous for his ruthlessness as his bitter feud with Fu Shen. So when the emperor grants the pair...

What happens when you need a little something more in the bedroom?Welcome to The Fantasy Factory, folks.Room One – DegradationWhen Sullivan Gray ends up at The Fantasy Factory, sponsoring a business colleague, he never expects to see one of his R&D employees, Mitzi Bardot, walking into the bar, dressed like she's on the prowl. Now, since he's her boss, the right thing to do would be to just let her enjoy her evening, but he finds that he wants her m...

The Fantasy Factory DuetThe Fantasy Factory Duet is a collective of books about what happens when you're done settling on average. Visit the club and get a peek inside each of the four rooms, every one guaranteed to add a little spice to your life. You'll also get to meet the woman behind the club, and you'll soon realize that it's never too late to try something new, no matter how much that might scare you.One Night at The Fantasy Factory

What happens when you finally stop settling for normal?An incredible second chapter in life.Chamber McLaurinOn paper, Chamber McLaurin's life had seemed like a fairytale. Married to a successful man, twin boys whom she adored, and she had even gone back to school for her degree. Honestly, what more could she have wanted? In fact, for twenty years, everything had run like a well-oiled machine, and her family's drive and success has been proof of that...

Eat Like a Champion. A Young Person's Guide to Nutrition, Energy, and the Power of Real Food"Eat Like a Champion" serves as a vital resource for individuals seeking to deepen their nutritional knowledge and enhance both physical and mental performance. This book highlights the significant relationship between dietary choices and athletic success, offering readers not only recipes but also a comprehensive understanding of how nutrition affects daily life and long-term health. In a t...

Feeding the Mother Road: My Journey Through Route 66This book, Feeding the Mother Road, delves into the historical and cultural significance of Route 66, tracing its journey from Chicago to Santa Monica. The adventure commences in Chicago, where travelers can visit iconic landmarks such as Grant Park and enjoy a meal at Lou Mitchell's Diner. As one travels southwest through Illinois, key towns like Joliet and Springfield reveal their ties to American history, culminating at the Gat...

This book explores the phenomenon of V-Cinema, founded in Japan in 1989 as a distribution system for direct-to-video movies which film companies began making having failed to recoup their investment in big budget films. It examines how studios and directors worked quickly to capitalize on niche markets or upcoming and current trends, and how as a result this period of history in Japanese cinema was an exceptionally diverse and vibrant film scene. It highlights how, although the V-Cinema in...

Before the Eagles. How Napoleon and the French Changed the Way Northern Italy EatsThis book (Before the Eagles) examines the culinary landscape of Northern Italy in the late 18th century, a time of impending transformation as French revolutionary forces drew near. It emphasizes the essential ingredients that defined the regional cuisines of Lombardy, Piedmont, Veneto, and Emilia, including polenta, Po Valley rice, cured meats, and cheeses such as Grana. During this period, the use ...