Books published by Brown Books Publishing

Golfing coach Tim O'Connor returns with a second edition of his biography of golfing great Moe Norman, The Feeling of Greatness: The Moe Norman Story. With new insights twenty years after his first publication, O'Connor reflects on his and others' relationships with the Norman, Norman's impact and legacy, and the life lessons that came from such an impressive man and athlete.

Childhood obesity is an epidemic in America today. In this fast-paced, consumerist society, people are bombarded daily with food options that are over-processed, addictive, and barely resemble the food that humans were meant to eat.As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Marci Serota has strong opinions about the food available to our youth today, and the expertise to circumvent these obstacles when it comes to raising her own children. But nothing could have prepared her for a diagnosis of Hypothalamic Obesity in her young son - a condition that causes constant hunger and severe obesity that does not respond to diet or exercise; until now.With immense strength, love and sacrifice, Marci stood by her son as they both struggled to get him to his now healthy weight. She provides this instructive and inspiring text full of tips, recipes and advice to parents around the world struggling with similar diagnoses in their children, for the healthcare professionals who care for them, and for anyone trying to promote a healthy lifestyle for their family.

A breast cancer diagnosis at age thirty-two left Maimah Karmo's world shattered. She was the survivor of civil unrest in Liberia, a college-educated corporate professional, and a dedicated mother to her young daughter--breast cancer was not part of the plan. How could this happen? With the help of family and friends, Maimah uncovered her own strength, rediscovered her faith in God, and navigated a completely foreign medical world. Through this struggle to reclaim her body and her soul, she learned what was truly important in life--and she didn't stop there. During recovery, Maimah took a leap of faith and founded the Tigerlily Foundation, an organization that supports young women before, during, and after breast cancer. She had lived through her own journey; now she wanted to help others do the same. This inspiring account covers Maimah's journey through an exceptional childhood to her experience with cancer that would change her life forever. It is not only a story of love and determination, but also of what can happen when you are given a second chance at life. Fearless illustrates that even when a situation appears to be impossible, true faith--in yourself, in God, and in those you love--will lead you toward the life you always wanted, the life you have a reason to fight for.

Anna and her mother love fostering Shelties through Shetland Sheepdog Rescue. By taking care of rescued dogs, they help the dogs become ready to find a forever home. They've already adopted two Shelties of their own, Sashi and Buddy, and their newest foster is a shy girl named Cinnamon who's been rescued from a puppy mill. Neglected and frightened, Cinnamon has a tough time settling into her new home at first but with help from Sashi and Buddy, Cinnamon realizes she doesn't have to be afraid. Now loved and cared for, Cinnamon learns to be happy and playful again and soon finds her forever home. Based on the true story of Cinnamon, this Mom's Choice Award Gold Award Recipient addresses the reality of puppy mills while keeping the story light, warm, and accessible to young readers.Sashi and the Puppy Mill Girl is the third in the award-winning Sashi series of children's books.

Helping families grow is what Dorette Noorhasan, MD, does best. As a board-certified ob-gyn and fertility specialist, Dr. Noorhasan pours her energy and care into educating, encouraging, advising, and supporting people who want to bring a new life into the world. But ironically, one of the most notable fertility doctors was not destined for an easy pregnancy herself. In this raw, honest, and emotional narrative, Dr. Noorhasan shares her life story, from her childhood in Antigua to her professional success as a doctor in the United States. She delves into her personal struggles with conceiving and the many options she tried before successfully bringing her son into the world via surrogacy. In telling her story, Dr. Noorhasan not only sheds much-needed light on an often silent struggle-a struggle that approximately one in eight women experience-but offers the unique perspective of someone who has been on both sides of the exam table. Miracle Baby: A Fertility Doctor's Fight for Motherhood offers comfort and insight to those who have been fighting for family: you are not alone.

Connie Mack's account of his spiritual journey is honest, humble, and explains much about the man and his life of service. -Dick Cheney, former Vice-President of the United StatesCitizen Mack is a remarkable book by a remarkable leader. -Newt Gingrich, former speaker of the U.S. House of RepresentativesCitizen Mack: Politics, An Honorable Calling is former Republican US Senator Connie Mack III's memoir, detailing his life in the world of Washington DC politics, and where that lead him afterwards. From his beginning as a member of the House of Representatives from Florida through the 80s, to his escalation to a Senator for the duration of the 90s, Mack offers an inside look into the political culture and climate of the nation as it closed out the twentieth century and progressed into the twenty first. Readers will experience a thorough and honest account of what the world of Washington looks like, from a man whom George W. Bush wanted as his running mate; who took part in the debate over one of the country's most contentious Supreme Court Justice Appointments; whose voice mattered when it came to deciding whether to remove President Bill Clinton from office, following his impeachment by the House. All this and more Mack recounts as a once-politician, now-citizen: Citizen Mack.

Something has happened to the black community. Over the past decades, black America stopped believing that "we shall overcome." Instead, they began accepting handouts from the government, turning away from the values of family, selfless military service, and business ownership that have been pillars of black America from the beginning. Progressive socialism has bound them in what amounts to economic enslavement. In his third book, Lt. Col. Allen B. West (Ret.) takes readers back through the political history of the black community, highlighting the history of public service, self-reliance, ingenuity, strong families, and religious involvement that pulled black Americans through the horrors of slavery, Reconstruction, and decades of Jim Crow laws. These are the values that enabled them to improve their lives--to overcome. We Can Overcome: An American Black Conservative Manifesto urges black America to return to the principles that once had entire neighborhoods building wealth and thriving on Black Wall Street in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It's time black Americans remember the strength they possess. In this age of escalating black-on-black violence and increasing government dependency, the sons and daughters of Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, and Martin Luther King Jr. must stand up. We are not victims. We are victors. We can overcome.

Written from the two opposing perspectives of Gabriel and Lucifer, War of Wings follows their paths and love stories as they face a violent war that leads to the fall of one-third of the angels from Heaven. Gabriel, the archangel, loves life, but there is one thing in Heaven that he cannot tolerate: perfection. Lucifer, God's highest cherubim angel and "perfect image of beauty," stands alone in the hierarchy leading praise, worship, music, and laughter in the hope that one day he will be promoted to God's equal. War of Wings is a fast-paced journey of two battling angels yearning for change. Their destinies emerge from triumph, failure, love, and heartbreak, as they discover that even in Heaven decisions always have consequences.

Darwin E. Peek, retired mathematician, doesn't claim to be a wordsmith. Instead, this lifelong Texan and raconteur brands himself a "truth merchant," parlaying his knack for spinning yarns into this entertaining book that immerses readers in a fascinating world of genuine, salt-of-the-earth folks. In large part autobiographical, in some places genealogical, and at all times anecdotal, Darwin's Evolution will delight readers with the author's sage reminiscences of bygone days. This is Peek's experience of life in Texas. From his birth in a West Texas ice storm after crossing the Devil's Backbone on Friday the 13th, 1940, Peek takes us down the trails, paths, tracks, and highways and byways that comprise his road of life. Along the way, we meet Granddad Charlie Peek, who would not allow anyone to take his picture; Grandma Peek, who baked biscuits from scratch three times a day; and habobs, otherwise known as sandstorms, which were common then. Ladies rode both horses and bulls astraddle, not sidesaddle, and the people spoke in a language all their own. Join Darwin E. Peek on his journey, and witness how life changed over time in Darwin's Evolution.

A dog. A man. A miracle. In Bailey's Remarkable Plan, David R. Hardiman shares his poignant story of struggle, prejudice, and pain. But this is also a story of perseverance, triumph, and love. Hardiman discovers that his four-footed companion, delivered to him by chance, is more than his best friend. Bailey is also his service dog, a shih tzu with an extraordinary gift--part of God's "remarkable plan"--that allows her to assist, to protect, and to love. Bailey's Remarkable Plan will inspire you, inform you, and challenge you to feel compassion for those suffering silently among us because of circumstances beyond their control. God sent Bailey to this earth as part of His plan, an angel in the form of a remarkable dog. Not the typical service dog, Bailey performs a miracle in the life of her owner and friend. And Hardiman's story will touch your heart as you journey along with the boy who became a man encircled by love.

"Always remember today's date," her grandmother said to Irma. "El diez de Mayo"--the tenth of May. After World War II, Peter, a handsome German pilot, met Irma, a beautiful Texan woman of Hispanic descent. It was love at first sight. Their meeting had been prophesized--for Irma by her grandmother and for Peter by a Gypsy--and together the couple would create an extraordinary life. Irma's Story: American by Birth, Hispanic by Choice chronicles Irma's life and the experiences of the "Texan Gawendas" during their tenure in the German military in Europe and the United States. Though Irma, accepted as an American while in Europe, faced discrimination in her home country and contended with the challenges of being a military wife, Peter's love and companionship remained constant. In his second book, Peter B. Gawenda, author of The Children's War, offers readers an insider's view of the joys that the marriage of two people--from two completely different worlds--can bring. Presenting the dynamics of racial issues against the backdrop of military life, the captivating story of Irma Lozano de Gawenda depicts a fearless, fiercely loyal woman willing to do anything for her family. Written with a passion that has spanned five decades, Irma's Story celebrates the strength of an once-in-a-lifetime love.

Three cousins, inseparably bonded through music. Each became a star; their story would become a legend. J. D. Davis's enthralling new biography of famous cousins Jerry Lee Lewis, Jimmy Swaggart, and Mickey Gilley, born within a twelve-month span in small-town Louisiana during the Great Depression, draws from exhaustive research and personal connections with friends and family. Davis recreates the irresistible and life-changing power of music that surrounded the cousins as boys and shaped their engagingly distinct paths to fame. With three personal journeys set alongside important landmarks in pop-culture history, Davis presents a unique tale of American music centered on the trials, tribulations, and achievements of three men who remain truly Unconquered.

It's time for an energy revolution! Gasoline prices have been rising and oil supply disruptions are in question. This is old news, yet nothing has been done to change it. That is because it takes people like you stepping up and getting involved, and Mark A. Stansberry is here to show you how. In his latest book, America Needs America's Energy, Stansberry offers a frank discussion of the issues at hand, as well as realistic, achievable solutions. America cannot move forward without your involvement and your commitment to develop an energy plan. Presented in direct, no-nonsense language and containing a glossary, sample forms, and other resources on things you need to know about America's energy situation, America Needs America's Energy is both a great go-to guide for learning about energy solutions and a wonderful launchpad for how to move forward together in creating the People's Energy Plan.

Enslaved by his own father, a Georgia plantation owner, Sam More has known little but suffering all his life. He escapes only to embroil himself in the bloody, haunting battlefields of the Civil War, where he finds himself accused of a terrible crime. On the run and with nothing to live for save the oath he made to a dying man--the very man he's accused of killing--Sam finally finds shelter in the home of a widow and her shy son. There, however, he faces a choice. Can he betray the closest thing to family he's ever had? Or can he seize this final chance at acceptance, even if it means giving up the thing he desires most: revenge. Journey of the Unforgiven follows Sam through struggles both physical and spiritual as he searches for acceptance within a world that has never had a place for him. Wars must be fought. Grief must be endured. Before Sam can find peace, he must break free of the chains of his past and learn that true redemption can only come from within.

Technology. It currently drives our world, and the available resources are everchanging--which is why IT departments are becoming increasingly important to businesses of all sizes. So why are companies still so reluctant to invest adequately in IT? Why are some companies even slashing their IT budgets, when the world economy finds itself increasingly dependent on technological advancement and IT is at the center of almost every business function? The problem lies in perceived business value--something author Ashu Bhatia wishes to change. This book will demonstrate the true business value of IT. Only by promoting IT will a company truly be able to succeed, and Bhatia will show you why and how.

Winellda the Witch is back with all her uniqueness, in her rectangular witch's hat and her yellow bat! She is fresh from a Halloween full of fun and friends, so happy to be her own special and quirky self that she is bursting with thankfulness. As she expresses her thanks to her Uncle Sylvester, their house begins to come alive, a spell lifted, and Winellda is taken back in time to learn about thankfulness by witnessing the first ever Thanksgiving. Learn about the importance of gratitude and giving thanks for what is important in the next book from Esther Clark's Winellda's Wish series, A Thank-You From Winellda!

Camouflage to Pinstripes: Learning to Thrive in Civilian Culture explores the major life change of exiting the military and returning to civilian culture as a psychological process. This book, based on research and derived from real people's experiences, shepherds readers through the process of navigating changes in culture, identity, awareness, and self-renewal. It will help individuals make the most of this period of time and leverage the lessons learned from others. The title phrase "camouflage to pinstripes" denotes more than doffing a uniform and donning a suit; it is a metaphor for a gradual journey of surrendering a beloved lifestyle and profession and thriving in a new culture.

Winellda the witch has but one wish - to be accepted by her friends. In A Wish for Winellda the Witch, author Esther Clark uses the magic of Halloween to teach children a lesson in acceptance in this wonderfully spooky but light-hearted children's book. Whimsical illustrations set the mood for trick-or-treating fun!

Sweet child, welcome to Texas! Cowboys, NASA, scrumptious chili-- there are so many things that make Texas great. If your child was born here, what a lucky state! From history tidbits to fun facts, this beautiful poem describes and teaches all the things that make this sweet state special. Whether you're a child or a child at heart, this book is perfect for all sweet children born in Texas!

Ted has a big race coming up--the race at Golden Lake! Last year, he only placed seventh, but this year he's hoping to win the whole thing. When Ted gets a little lost in the woods on the way to the race, he meets all sorts of new friends as they work together to help find his way back. Once the race begins, Ted finds himself in a tough spot, and he must decide between going for gold or learning from the lesson his new friends have taught him and helping someone in need. Join Ted in the second book of Scott McCall's fun froggy series, Ted the Friendly Frog and the Race at Golden Lake, and learn how helping a friend can make you feel more like a winner than any trophy!

Ted the Friendly Frog lives by a pond and spends his froggy days playing with his friends, hopping in the grass, and swimming very fast. One day, Ted's grandfather tells Ted something important - he's going away for a few days, and could Ted look after his special diamond? Ted must not play with the diamond with his friends or even show anyone, for it is an old tradition to pass the diamond down to the next frog in the family, and it's a very valuable stone. In this bouncing and rhyming tale, Ted learns the important lesson of listening to his family, even if it is more fun to play, and it is never too late to learn from a mistake.

BIG, SHINY, COPPER, OR SMALL--YOU ARE STILL WORTH IT ALL. It makes "cents" to know your worth! Little Copper Penny is sad because all the other coins say pennies are worthless. Luckily Grandpa Wheat--who has been around for a very long time--knows just how Little Copper Penny feels and exactly what to say to cheer him up! A charming story about accepting who you are, Stephanie Barker's The Little Copper Penny not only makes counting fun but also reminds you to know your worth, no matter what others say. Join Little Copper Penny and Grandpa Wheat for a memorable rhyme that will help you see that no matter who (or what) you are, you have value!

Mr. Oyster lives by himself on the ocean floor, patiently waiting to show everyone his beautiful secret. He doesn't mind when the other sea creatures swim by to show off all their amazing talents and gifts - the crab's sharp claws for catching food, the angel fish's pretty scales that sparkle and dazzle, the bright pink jelly fish's long tentacles, and more. What is so special about Mr. Oyster, they all ask? He can't even swim! But Mr. Oyster knows his true value lies on the inside, and that is what matters. When Mr. Oyster's finally reveals his secret, they realize too - true beauty does not rely on what's on the outside, because it's inner beauty that matters most of all.

Abby the horse loves playing with her two girls, pretending and imagining and running all over the farm. She has so much fun with them, but she also wants a friend that's more like her - another horse would be great! But Abby has to learn how to handle another horse getting her girls' attention now, and how to process all the feelings that come with that. Abby learns a valuable lesson about friendship, love, and sharing in Happy Trails with Abby and Taz.