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While the history books mainly remember Ulysses S. Grant for his courageous role as a war general and two-terms as President, a new book by Patricia Cameron is exposing an admirable side to Grant that has mainly been kept under wraps.

While many feel that some children’s literature displays undesirable role models, it’s refreshing to uncover life-changing authors who are working diligently to instill good character and traditional values in the younger generation. One such author is Laqwacia Lakin, who is doing her bit to positively influence young readers with her compelling new book.

As a Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Laura Cantu is able to take her literary writings beyond the realm of pure fiction. In her latest urban fiction series, Cantu uses her powerful protagonist to help those in the real world cope with and overcome the disabling detriments of anxiety.

Most new authors use their debut novel simply to test the literary waters. However, in the case of Illinois’ William F. Wood, his first foray into fiction has produced a bold and gripping novel that easily rivals the best-sellers.

Los Angeles based Actress/Singer-Songwriter Simenona Martinez has just released the R&B Anthem “Painful Scream.” It is the second single from her first EP, “Awakening,” which was released in 2012. “Painful Scream” is available along with the rest of the album on iTunes and other online retailers. Simenona is currently preparing for a local tour in Southern Califonia which will start in the summer. She has also performed a heartfelt cover of Rihanna’s “Stay” which can be viewed on YouTube.

While K.C. Kim is widely regarded as an accomplished scientist and science educator, his respected career as a Group Leader at the Los Alamos National Laboratory hides a side of his life he seldom speaks about in public. Many are unaware that Kim is one of the many surviving children of the brutal Korean War, fought between 1950 and 1953. Involving South Korea and some 16 Western nations including the United States on one side and North Korea, the Soviet Union and China on the other, this mostly forgotten war claimed over a million lives.

Michael Canion’s mission is clear; to spread the world about the true power of prayer and give the world a greater understanding of what it actually is. By fusing solid faith principles with experiences from his own life, Canion’s latest book serves a powerful reminder to the ultimate value of prayer.

While everyone suffers adversity and tragedy, few have experienced the raw grief and challenge that Thomas Hong has endured since birth. However, while deeply unfortunate, Hong’s iron-clad belief in God has provided continued comfort to his soul and a deeply meaningful life.

While only 1% of all breast cancers occur in men, seventy six year-old David Kaye has endured three recurrences of the illness since 1998. With the last two being discovered at stage four, Kaye quickly became aware that time was running out. However, deciding to put up a tough fight and committed to turning his likely end into a new beginning, Kaye shocked both his family and the world by releasing his debut novel.

While many young adults spend their free time hanging out with friends or looking for part-time work, California’s Tyler Scruggs prefers to use his to compose and perform music, write screenplays and act in various projects around Los Angeles. Renowned as a promising star of the future, Scruggs has today satisfied his growing fan base by announcing the pre-sale of his second major album.