Raw is a collection of poems delving into the essence of nomadism. Through evocative verses, this book describes the emotions experienced when forging connections, before uprooting once more. At its core, Raw explores the relentless pursuit of a sense of belonging, while fiercely safeguarding the innermost need for freedom. As you immerse yourself in this journey, you will wonder: where does the heart truly find its home?

Winner of the Mariposa Award for Best First Book by an Author and Second Place for Best Latino Focused Fiction Book in the 2015 International Latino Book Awards, and Pulitzer Prize nominated story of one combat veteran's experience of Vietnam: "Twenty-seven years after I got off the flight home, I realized Nam war was just Raw Man, spelled backwards. I'm pretty raw today."

A series of loosely connected autobiographical stories, they describe the disturbing relationship between a mother and her adolescent son as she moves from lover to lover, dressing him as a girl and forcing him to shoplift. These are shocking stories of abusive love and dysfunctional sexuality, of heartbreak and of innocence lost. Once again, LeRoy's fantastical imagination and lyricism twists his haunted past into something utterly strange and magical.

"Unshakeable" is a compass for your expedition towards self-assuredness and victory. Through experiences, insightful guidance, and the tools to bolster confidence, this is your co-pilot as you navigate challenges, celebrate triumphs, and carve your path.

Wetherall lived in fifteen houses and five countries by the time she was nine. She didn't think this was strange until Scotland Yard showed up, and she discovered her father was a fugitive and their family name was an alias. In 1983, the year she was born, her parents went on the run with three young children, traveling across Europe, their expenses paid for with drug money. It was over the summers spent visiting her dad in prison in California that he told her the truth: he had been a pot smuggler in the seventies, and his organization had bought in marijuana worth nearly a half billion dollars from Thailand. Here Wetherall pieces together the story of her parents' past, which ultimately helps her understand her own. -- adapted from publisher info.

In the heartwarming tale of "Beneath New Skies," Amina, a young immigrant in search of belonging and purpose, finds solace within the pages of books and the vibrant walls of Mr. Van der Veen's bookstore. Little did she know that within this sanctuary, a door was about to opena door that would lead her on a transformative journey of self-discovery, friendship, and the realization that even as an immigrant wallflower, she possessed the power to bloom. As Amina's story unfolds, "Beneath New Skies" becomes an everlasting reminder that the journey itself is as extraordinary as the destination, and that the indomitable spirit of those who seek a better future can illuminate the world with resilience, hope, and the beauty of shared experiences. You are invited to embark on a poignant and transformative journey, weaving together themes of love, friendship, and the power of embracing change.

"The last snowflake lands on my nose and melts. Blue fingers turning white. With a distant familiarity I look at your lingering gaze and wonder what changed. Nostalgia fills the air and the dew reminds us of the seasons changing and new beginnings." Shades Of Blue delves into the raw and emotional journey of navigating your early twenties. Through a collection of poems, Mia C. reflects on the challenges of growing up where friendships are tested, hearts are broken, and the sense of belonging feels fleeing. Resonating with anyone who has ever questioned their place in the world.

If life has taught me one thing, it is to trust. Trust in the timing. Trust that things will fall into place, they always do. Trust in yourself. In your heart. In your light. In the things you burn for. Trust that you are so much more capable and worthy than what your limiting beliefs may tell you. Remember that you are not your thoughts. You don't have to believe everything you think. Trust that even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise. How I know all this? Cause I've lived through it. I invite you to go on a journey with me. A journey through the pages of my life. From the highest of highs to the lowest of lows. From the most challenging of times, to the most unbelievable resolutions. Ready? Buckle up, we're going on a ride.

I've spent my life weaving stories that captivate millions, yet here I am, alone in this enormous house, surrounded by silence. Success hasn't brought me the happiness I thought it would. The mansion feels more like a gilded cage, each room echoing with the emptiness of a life that looks perfect from the outside but feels anything but. One stormy night, as the rain pounds against the windows and the power goes out, I'm plunged into darkness both literally and figuratively. While searching for candles, I stumble upon something I never expected: a hidden door behind my bookshelf. A door I've never seen before, leading to a secret room buried deep within the walls of my own home. What lies beyond that door? As I step inside, I'm faced with a mystery that shakes the foundations of everything I thought I knew. This discovery could finally fill the void I've been living with for so long or it might just lead me deeper into the darkness.