2015 I P N E B O O K A W A R D S
W I N N E R S & F I N A L I S T S IPNE Titles on Display Boston Book Festival 2015 ipne.org page 1
The Independent Publishers of New England (IPNE provides networking, resources, education, and cooperative marketing for New England's independent publishing community, including small presses and self‐published authors. This listing features IPNE member titles exhibited at the 2015 Boston Book Festival.
Lady, Thy Name Is Trouble Lori L. MacLaughlin A brutal invasion. A terrifying assassin empowered by wolves. A swordswoman, gifted with magic and cursed by nightmares that are all too real. With the help of her sword‐wielding sister, an aging adventurer, a secretive soldier of fortune, and a sorceress whose spells often go askew, Tara Triannon must stop an army led by a madman and fend off an evil being caught in a centuries‐old trap who seeks to escape through her dreams — all while keeping one step ahead of the Butcher. 392 pages softcover $17 ISBN 978‐1942015000 Book and Sword Publishing Distributor: Lightning Source, Ingram Genre: fantasy, science fiction
Fellowship Of Elves: Elf Pledge Book Edwin Lionel Flynn The Fellowship of Elves Membership Kit is an educational toolkit that helps parents answer the question, “Is Santa real?” Our goal is to help foster a child’s transition from the joy of receiving to the joy of giving. Learning the truth about how Santa’s magic works is a childhood milestone that should be celebrated. When your child becomes an Elf Fellow, he or she will gain access to the top‐secret knowledge & history required to begin helping keep Santa’s magic alive for future generations. 25 pages hardcover $39 ISBN 978‐0615855356 Buffi Wixted Distributor: Amazon Genre: children's picture book
Boston’s 100 Greatest Games (2015 edition) Rob Sneddon A perfect gift for the Boston sports fan. This provocative book ranks the 100 greatest games in Boston history, across all eras and all sports. The list includes games from the nineteenth century as well as the Red Sox’ historic 2004 World Series run, along with the New England Patriots’ thrilling 2015 Super Bowl upset of the Seattle Seahawks in the midst of the “Deflategate” controversy. 285 pages softcover, ebook $18 ISBN 978‐0615932712 Candlepin Press Distributor: Amazon, Ingram, Barnes & Noble Genre: nonfiction, sports
The Phantom Punch: The Story Behind Boxing's Most Controversial Bout Rob Sneddon A fresh look at boxing’s greatest controversy, the 1965 Muhammad Ali–Sonny Liston fight at Lewiston, Maine, which ended with Ali’s shocking first‐round knockout. The book offers new insights on boxing promotion in the 1960s; on Ali’s rapid rise and Liston’s sudden fall; on why the bout was in Lewiston—and, of course, on Ali’s “phantom punch.” That single lightning‐quick blow, which many spectators didn’t see, triggered a complex chain reaction that few people understood. 240 pages hardcover $25 ISBN 978‐1608933655 Candlepin Press Distributor: Amazon, Ingram, Down East Books Genre: nonfiction, sports
Anita's Piano Marion A. Stahl Anita has a wonderful life where playing the piano and music surrounds her. She lives in Brno, Czechoslovakia with her family down from the town's castle. But when she is just short of nine, her town is invaded by German military forces. She sees her happy world slowly crumble. She is bullied on the street and her family is ostracized, displaced time and again until at age 15, she is an orphan and left to fend for herself. 262 pages softcover, ebook $18 ISBN 978‐0692288955 Corpwell Publishing Distributor: Lightning Source, Amazon, Ingram Genre: nonfiction, education IPNE Titles on Display Boston Book Festival 2015 ipne.org page 2
Anita: Step in and be a Hero Marion A. Stahl Powerful story "The core spirit of this book is profoundly moving." ‐ Grady Harp, Art Historian. Page turning, "the historical aspects were engrossing and her storyteller style made the combination of history and Anita’s story, seamless." ‐ Leslie Obrien. "You won’t forget this story in a hurry. "Anita’s undaunting courage and determination have won her recognition and many awards, including Movers and Shakers, Exceptional Leader Award by Senator Richard Blumenthal. 244 pages softcover, ebook $20 ISBN 978‐1492393108 Corpwell Publishing Distributor: Lightning Source, Amazon, Ingram Genre: nonfiction, education
A Monster Chase: Health Care Criminalization Marion A. Stahl "A book worth reading: This story is especially timely now that the health care reform is being implemented, as the new law will create a new raft of regulations that could make it even more difficult for doctors to practice medicine." Michael Tanner, Senior Fellow, Health Care, Cato Institute. Danny McCorry, Health Policy Research at The Heritage Foundation, George Town University School of Medicine. 388 pages softcover, ebook $20 ISBN 978‐1502323965 CorpWell Publishing Distributor: Lightning Source, Amazon, Ingram Genre: nonfiction, education, health care
Cranky Pants Stephen Sanzo Cranky Pants is a lovable story that appeals to both adults who can relate to cranky days and to children seeking assurance. Remember the Inchworm riding toy...Weebles...Holly Hobbie? This fun picture book is filled with vibrant illustrations of these and other nostalgic images from the ‘70s. Parents and grandparents will enjoy finding the subtle references to their own childhoods woven throughout the book’s illustrations and sharing them with children. 32 pages softcover $16 ISBN 978‐0975962701 Cranky Pants Publishing Distributor: Amazon Genre: childrens, picture books
Crash Lane News crashlanenews.com The new book ‘Crash Lane News’ is 2015’s most comprehensive scientific travel book. Interviews inside with True Mileage's CEO Ryan Morrison, National Weather Service Interviews with Meteorologist Glen Field in Taunton, Massachusetts; Meteorologist Larry Ruthi in Dodge City, Kansas. 370 pages hardcover $19 ISBN 978‐1496908308 crashlanenews.com Distributor: Lightning Source, Amazon, Ingram, Baker & Taylor, Author House Genre: nonfiction, travel
I AM: Renewal From Within The Garden Lucie K. Lewis, Ed.D. Dr. Lewis had anchored herself through a cherished loved‐one’s strength, but when she died, Dr. Lewis was lost until she reanchored her life through a search that led her on a journey of emotional healing. In this work, Dr Lewis guides you through the journey that lifted her from depression. This book is for all who seek renewal and restoration. 193 pages hardcover $25 ISBN 978‐0985960506 Creative Futures Distributor: Amazon, Ingram, Baker & Taylor, Barnes and Noble Genre: inspirational, spiritual
1918: The Great Pandemic ‐ A Novel David Cornish, MD Award winning “1918” is a rigorously researched historical novel about the influenza pandemic that killed 100 million people…humanity’s worst natural disaster. The actual medical literature and terminology of the time are used to put the reader in the mind of an early 20th century physician. 767 pages softcover, ebook $27 ISBN 978‐1482687156 David Cornish Books Distributor: Amazon, Ingram, Barnes & Noble Genre: historical fiction IPNE Titles on Display Boston Book Festival 2015 ipne.org page 3
Wait Until I'm Dead!: A Novel of Family Secrets Elda M. Dawber Surviving family horror is one thing. Having the courage and determination to reveal it is another. DJ Brava, romance novelist extraordinaire, has the courage. She has the determination. She has friends covering her back. But when unearthing one family secret leads to another and another... can she survive the fallout? 346 pages softcover $15 ISBN 978‐1499766349 Elda Dawber Distributor: Amazon Genre: literary fiction
Those Who Remain: Remembrance and Reunion After War Ruth W Crocker In this memoir of the Vietnam War, a secret is revealed long after the battlefield death of a beloved and courageous army officer. His young widow climbs to the treacherous north face of the Eiger in the Swiss Alps to find solace. Years later those who survived the war and devoted to his memory bring the ultimate healing into her life. A compelling true story with a surprising revelation for those who seek the sources of resilience and emotional transformation following heartbreaking loss. 294 pages softcover $19 ISBN 9.781940863e+012 Elm Grove Press Distributor: Lightning Source, Amazon, Ingram, Elm Grove Press Genre: nonfiction, memoir
Saturday Night Dead F. H. Belfus‐Bennett A gritty Boston police procedural splashed against the backdrop of a Doors cover band, murder, and the working class; a clever blend of vintage mystery and rock & roll set amid Boston's college and nightclub scene. Follow the tracks of a killer in the suspenseful "Saturday Night Dead" if you dare! 189 pages softcover, ebook $10 ISBN 978‐1492821861 F.H. Bennett Distributor: Amazon, Ingram, Baker & Taylor Genre: fiction, mystery
Vermont: An Outsider's Inside View Edward L. Rubin Edward L. Rubin has captured the character and spirit of the people who inhabit Vermont accompanied by beautiful and distinctive images of the landscape and places that reveal life in the "Green Mountain State." His subjects come alive in vibrant color and black and white photographs. This comprehensive photo essay shows that there are still places in America where people know each other deeply, help each other freely, and are bound to each other in heart, mind, and community. 228 pages hardcover $45 ISBN 978‐0988578746 Fine Arts Press Distributor: Fine Arts Press Genre: fine art photography
Wings for a Flower Ellen Gaffney Twelve year old Lotus Blossom's life is disrupted by an illness that leaves her unable to walk. She can no longer play outside or go to school. An unexpected gift sparks in her a new goal and fierce determination. Based on true experiences, Lotus' story is helping to lift many more bodies and spirits. ALL proceeds from book sales are given to the Free Wheelchair Mission, a 501(c)3 organization providing mobility around the world. Wings for a Flower is the 2014 SCBWI SPARK Honor picture book. 32 pages hardcover $17 ISBN 978‐0988221260 Gaffney Design Distributor: Three Bean Press Genre: children's books
NO! Maybe? Yes!: Living My Truth Grace Anne Stevens It’s hard to live authentically when you’re trying to meet the expectations of everyone around you and denying the inner voices that know your truth. Grace shares her internal voices, as she journeyed from denying, to questioning, and finally accepting her truth, which led to transitioning her gender at the age of sixty‐four. More than a transgender memoir, this book is about relationships change, & authenticity, and is uniquely informational, inspirational, and transformational to all. 242 pages softcover $20 ISBN 978‐0986300301 Graceful Change Press Distributor: Amazon Genre: memoir IPNE Titles on Display Boston Book Festival 2015 ipne.org page 4
Shadowwater Wendy Shreve Lili Ribault, a successful writer of supernatural stories, has settled on Cape Cod where she’s found her soulmate, Cal "Sitting Crow" Green. Cal and Lili share a passion for Native American lore and an innate connection to birds. But there is no escape from the cycle of death. And when Cal's sister, Rachel is mauled, Lili begins to question what is real. Who or what killed Rachel Green? And why? Along the way, Lili and a Boston reporter, Rusty Keenan, become allies in the search for answers. But as Lili and Rusty discover they’re dealing with a mystery both profane and sacred, Lili realizes she must travel a different path. Ignoring friends' warnings about interfering with ancient rituals, Lili chooses to walk into the fire, unwittingly jeopardizing her sanity to learn the truth. 325 pages softcover $15 ISBN 978‐1482639490 Green Wave Press Distributor: Amazon Genre: Fiction, Paranormal
Dark Sea: Shadowwater II Wendy Shreve A year later, Lili Ribault has become obsessed with all things “osprey”, to the point where her friends worry that she has entered the Spirit World and has become possessed by the sea raptor. But her lover, Cal, “Sitting Crow” Green and the Nausequoit tribe will use all their wisdom and power to see that Lili doesn’t cross the line and be lost forever. Meantime, seemingly idle threats from new visitors could expose the tribe’s secrets and bring an end to the “magic” that is Cape Cod. 247 pages softcover $15 ISBN 978‐0692290903 Green Wave Press Distributor: Amazon Genre: fiction
A Horse Named Special Kathy Brodsky A Horse Named Special is an uplifting story about a special horse who helps people in a unique way. He helps people change their lives! Kathy Brodsky, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, writes and promotes quality books that are timely, visually exciting, fun to read, and educational. As a psychotherapist for over 40 years, she is able to tap into universal emotions of people of all ages with themes that are evident in her books. 20 pages hardcover $20 ISBN 978‐0982852927 Helpingwords Distributor: Amazon, Baker & Taylor Genre: children's, poetry, audio
High Wire Act Kathy Brodsky Red! Yellow! Green! "High Wire Act" is a charming story about a traffic light that gets blown off its corner and falls into fun adventures. Travel along as the light explores the world, realizing the very important job it has. You’ll recognize all the characters from Kathy Brodsky’s other picture books! Sometimes we notice traffic lights and sometimes we don’t. After "High Wire Act," you’ll “see” traffic lights differently. Dedicated to anyone who ever wondered, “Do I really matter?” 42 pages hardcover $20 ISBN 978‐0982852965 Helpingwords Distributor: Amazon, Enfield Distribution; Kathy Brodsky.com Genre: children's, poetry, audio
A CatFish Tale Kathy Brodsky A CatFish Tale is a funny story focusing on friendship and loyalty. The characters are models for diversity and tolerance as they go above and beyond for a good friend. The story is about being responsible and overcoming challenges. Life‐skills discussion questions enhance the learning experience, and continue reader interaction long after the story is over. 42 pages hardcover $20 ISBN 978‐0982852934 Helpingwords Distributor: Amazon, Baker & Taylor, Enfield Books, Barnes and Noble, kathybrodsky.com Genre: children's, poetry, audio
All the Rest of Her Days Jane F. McCarthy Sixteen year old Maggie is pregnant and the fabric of her family is shredded. The story, told with sensitivity and empathy, is about her boy who is adopted in the 1950s, when an unwed mother was a pariah. This decision has ramifications across generations and continents, and all aspects of this 20th century are explored. When Maggie receives a phone call from him thirty years later she must decide to see him or continue on with her life without him. 250 pages softcover, ebook $15 ISBN 978‐1495287664 Jane McCathy Distributor: Amazon Genre: literary fiction IPNE Titles on Display Boston Book Festival 2015 ipne.org page 5
Baker's Corner: A Mystery In Codman Square J.R. Quirk A mysterious talisman originating in the slave and chocolate trade travels to Revolutionary War era Boston where it is passed through the centuries. It comes into the hands of boyhood friends, then is lost amidst social upheaval and tragedy afflicting their neighborhood. The story is set in the Codman Square (aka Baker’s Corner) area of Boston’s Dorchester neighborhood. The characters arrive, like the reader, with their own perspectives and conclusions in the same enduring place…Baker’s Corner. 238 pages softcover $7 ISBN 978‐1502709950 John Quirk Distributor: Amazon Genre: fiction, mystery
Relic II: Resurrection Jonathan Brookes A child is born. Its mother dies during the childbirth. The race is on to claim guardianship of this orphan, whose genetics are a relic of a lost race. In a perverse twist of evolution, this one child could unravel 30,000 years of Homo sapiens dominance of the Earth. Fact and fiction collide in this high‐tension, fast‐paced sequel to Relic. 214 pages softcover, ebook $10 ISBN 978‐1517273040 Jonathan Brookes Distributor: Amazon Genre: speculative fiction, science fiction
Berdy: Eating Right Sylvie H.B. Yoma Berdy: Eating Right is a story of a four years old boy who displays how adopting poor eating habits can impact all kids. He makes good healthy life choices and encourages his friend Michael do the same. Michael, who likes to eat junk food and drink fizzy drinks, refuses to listen to his friend; he believes in eating what he wants, when he wants, and how he wants it. As a trip to an Outward Bound school comes up, Michael learns a valuable lesson 40 pages hardcover $19 ISBN 978‐1942509813 Koalaful Distributor: koalaful.com Genre: juvenile, fantasy, humor
Lucy and Pepper: A Little Dog Lost Sylvie H.B. Yoma I am very shy and have always been teased at school because of these ugly spots on my skin. Being teased always made me very sad, but this sadness vanished when I met my best friend Pepper, a dog my dad and I rescued on the street. There is something even more special about Pepper besides having two different eye colors. That “something” is a secret she and I cherish, a secret that not even my parents know. 58 pages hardcover $19 ISBN 978‐1942509073 Koalaful Distributor: Amazon, Koalaful.com Genre: Children's
Silly Goofy Sylvie H.B. Yoma Silly Goofy—who is neither silly nor goofy—helps protect the school from an escaped tiger and this helps him befriend the prettiest girl at school. 40 pages hardcover $16 ISBN 978‐1942509998 Koalaful Distributor: Amazon, koalaful.com Genre: Children's
Christmasville: Book I of the Christmasville Trilogy Michael Dutton "Christmasville" = ("Groundhog Day" + Department 56 + Lionel Trains x 2) + (dream or deja vu) + (magic or miracle) x 3 perilous journeys does Mary Jane embark upon, determined to resolve the enigma of Christmasville, which includes homes & stores rearranged annually (as if upon a checkerboard), forbidden‐to‐cross train tracks, the bottomless abyss, a wilderness that operates by "a different set of rules," only 2 pages to the calendar (Dec+Jan), but no one gets any older, yet something is awry. 349 pages softcover $15 ISBN 978‐0978665593 Linden Park Publishers Distributor: Lightning Source, Amazon, Ingram Genre: fiction, magical realism IPNE Titles on Display Boston Book Festival 2015 ipne.org page 6
Finding Christmasville: Book II of the Christmasville Trilogy Michael Dutton Madeleine, a daughter of the Magian line, is bequeathed the rare "gift of the fourth king," which enables her to perceive what others cannot. But, as with many gifts, there are prices to pay for such things. For Esmeralda the journey forward is impeded by that affliction which haunts everyone who calls Christmasville home: the many perforations of memory, which prevent her from summoning images of her long lost father, her mother, her brother, Oscar...and of what became of them all. 419 pages softcover $15 ISBN 978‐0978665524 Linden Park Publishers Distributor: Lightning Source, Amazon, Ingram Genre: fiction, magical realism
The Staircase on Pine Street Mariana Llanos Alzheimer's disease takes center stage in this heart‐warming tale of a ten‐year‐old girl and her relationship with her grandfather. When the disease starts taking over, Grandpa Leo asks Lilly to help him find a long forgotten treasure. Lilly can't anticipate that what she's about to find is more valuable than anything she could have ever imagined. A compelling story to help explain Alzheimer's disease to younger children. 66 pages softcover $11 ISBN 978‐1499203271 Mariana Llanos Books Distributor: Amazon Genre: children's picture book
A Superpower For ME Mariana Llanos A mother reveals to her daughter that she has a superpower, and more, the young girl will have it too when she turns eighteen! Imagination takes over as the young daughter tries to guess what will make her super special. Illustrations by Daria Tarawneh turn an ordinary kitchen into an explosion of imagination. A book to talk about civics and voting rights, includes a nonfiction section with interesting facts about American civics. 38 pages softcover $11 ISBN 978‐1515272878 Mariana Llanos Books Distributor: Amazon Genre: fiction, children's, education
Toxic Staple: How Gluten May Be Wrecking Your Health and What You Can Do About It! Anne Sarkisian Sick & Tired of being Sick & Tired? Misdiagnosed? Undiagnosed? Overdosed? Award‐winning Toxic Staple empowers readers to transform their health. Significant research links gluten to allergies, asthma, autoimmune disease, cancer, fatigue, depression, etc. “Sarkisian raises valuable awareness not only about celiac disease, but about... gluten intolerance, putting this book on the cutting‐edge…a must‐read for physicians and patients alike.” Martha Bishop Pitman, MD, Harvard Medical School; MGH. 358 pages softcover $18 ISBN 978‐0989239219 Max Health Press Distributor: Max Health Press Genre: health
Schlopping: Developing Relationships, Self‐Image & Memories Sheryl E. Mendlinger & Yael Magen Two completely different people, who happen to be a mother and daughter, find answers to life’s challenges through their invented world of schlopping. Sheryl and Yael have created a new concept, a new word, schlopping [schlep+love+shopping], defined as the ritual of schlepping with someone you love while shopping. Schlopping is written in an open and honest way with compassion and humor. Each chapter sparks a different memory, elicits a different emotion, and focuses on a different relationship. 240 pages softcover $13 ISBN 978‐0990952503 Me & Ma Distributor: Lightning Source, Amazon, Ingram, Baker & Taylor, Nook, Smashwords Genre: narrative nonfiction, family; sociology
Exploring the Charles River Kathleen Rowe Discover scenic bridges and walkways with the many natural and historic sites the river offers ‐ from urban settings to hidden coves and wetland area further upriver. "Exploring the Charles River" can serve as a guide in planning a variety of excursions while providing a brief history of the Boston area for the reader's enjoyment. 74 pages softcover $15 ISBN 978‐1939166647 Merrimack Media Distributor: Lightning Source, Amazon Genre: nonfiction IPNE Titles on Display Boston Book Festival 2015 ipne.org page 7
The Legacy of Ogma E. A. Rappaport An evil spirit, trapped within a volcano for centuries, escapes its fiery prison with a vow to destroy all life. When no one else believes such devastation is possible, a young wizard and his companions are forced to oppose the powerful creature on their own. 310 pages softcover, ebook $12 ISBN 978‐0978939304 Owl King Publishing Distributor: Owl King Publishing Genre: speculative fiction, science fiction
Howie in Newport: A Cricket's Alphabet Journey through the City by the Sea Paige Kane This book features "Howie," a traveling cricket who has come to Newport, RI to see new places and make new friends. This is a rhyming alphabet book set against all the best known landmarks and locations of Newport, RI. Educationally sound and with breathtaking illustrations, Howie is "hidden" on every page...grown‐ups and kids alike have a great time trying to find him! Howie's next travel adventure is Boston, Massachusetts! 36 pages softcover $18 ISBN 978‐0996535502 Paige Kane Distributor: Self‐distributed Genre: children's picture book
The Suicide Flowers Pete Conrad An arrogant, self‐destructive rock superstar struggles to rescue his withering career by exploiting a devoted and dying fan. 262 pages softcover $20 ISBN 978‐1312464193 Pete Conrad Distributor: Amazon, Lulu Genre: fiction, romance
Going Home Pete Conrad Jennifer flees rural Maine after the deaths of her parents and vows never to return. Later, Jennifer falls in love Bradley, a financial genius who runs Boston’s largest hedge fund. She becomes the CFO of the fund, but when he is arrested and the government seizes everything, Jennifer is forced to return to Maine to confront the trauma that she left. With the help of her sister, Jennifer searches to overcome her grief, learns to appreciate the gifts that life gives, and, perhaps, finds love. 327 pages softcover $20 ISBN 978‐1304763761 Pete Conrad Distributor: Amazon, Lulu Genre: fiction, romance
Peeragogy Handbook v3: The no-longer-missing guide to peer learning & peer production Howard Rheingold, Joseph Corneli, Charles Danoff, Charlotte Pierce, Paola Ricuarte, et. al. Peeragogy is a collection of techniques for collaborative learning and collaborative work. By identifying and implementing technologies and effective patterns for working together, the Handbook’s co‐creators have crafted a practical guide for application across many disciplines. “Howard Rheingold and a great team of collaborators have preceded the rest of humanity in exploring the new dynamics of technologically‐enhanced peer learning.” Michel Bauwens, Foundation for Peer-to-Peer Alternatives 284 pages softcover, free ebook $20 ISBN 978‐0985572228 Pierce Press / Peeragogy Books Distributor: Ingram, Baker & Taylor, Pierce Press Genre: alternative education
Sky Cloud City: The Adventures of Hope & Trusty Maria Kamoulakou‐Marangoudakis, illustrations by Aspasia Arvanitis Two friends rescue a pair of crows and get swept away to the Land of the Birds. Join them in their adventure where they meet the bird king and his subjects, and help the birds unite to achieve the impossible: a bird city in the clouds called Ornithopolis. Inspired by the ancient Greek play Ornithes (The Birds, 414 BC) by Aristophanes. 60 pages hardcover, softcover $25 ISBN 978‐0977639670 Pierce Press/Gigglequick Books Distributor: Ingram, Baker & Taylor, Pierce Press Genre: children's, mythology IPNE Titles on Display Boston Book Festival 2015 ipne.org page 8
Finding a Way to Play: The Pioneering Spirit of Women in Basketball Joanne Lannin Finding a Way to Play is full of stories about women who have gone to great lengths to play the game of basketball. It includes stories of: early pioneers who played despite concerns about their health and femininity; Black and Native American women who endured racism as they played; lesbians who hid their identities for fear of being denied the opportunity to play; and senior women who have ignored aches and pains and doctors' admonitions to rediscover the joys of a childhood passion. 204 pages softcover $17 ISBN 978‐0996585705 Portlandia Press Distributor: Amazon, www.findingawaytoplay.com Genre: nonfiction, history, memoir
Tuggie the Patriot Pup, Book 1: The HMS Gaspee Lauren E. Kelley And he’s off! In book one of this 13 book historical children’s series, Tuggie the Patriot Pup reaches America with his mother as he leaves behind his father in England. History buffs of all ages will love this real‐life story and stunning images as Tuggie lands in Rhode Island and meets a best friend and fellow Yorkie, Half‐moon. Their adventures take them to the burning of the British HMS Gaspee. One thing is for sure, this is the day Tuggie became The Patriot Pup. And the story continues. 38 pages softcover $13 ISBN 978‐0990303008 Puppy Tales Distributor: self Genre: children's, historical fiction
Tuggie the Patriot Pup, Book 2: The War of 1812 Lauren E. Kelley It’s time now to leave home as Tuggie’s father and mother are reunited, he grows up and the 13 colonies become the United States of America. In book 2 of this series, Tuggie’s adventures take him to Washington, DC, the White House and directly into America’s next, conflict, The War of 1812. Tuggie also meets who will become the most important character in his life, Demitasse, a female Yorkie who hails from Paris! How will he and Demitasse stay safe. Stay tunes for book 3 and find out! 36 pages softcover $13 ISBN 978‐0990303015 Puppy Tales Distributor: self Genre: children's, historical fiction
Tuggie the Patriot Pup, Book 3: Becomes a Family Lauren E. Kelley In book 3 of this 13 book historical children’s series, Tuggie The Patriot Pup and his now wife, “Demi” are blessed with two girl pups. Meanwhile, readers of the Tuggie series are reminded that our country was at great odds over the issue of slavery. Tuggie’s pup daughters plan to go their separate ways, also at odds about how best to live their lives. The Tuggie series offers insight in addition to an emotional depiction of what life is like for this Patriot pup and his loving yet torn family. 36 pages softcover $13 ISBN 978‐099030303022 Puppy Tales Distributor: self Genre: children's, historical fiction
Seacoast: The Seasons of New Hampshire Robert McGrath From sweeping meadows to the roaring ocean, farmers to lobstermen, the New Hampshire seacoast offers a wonderfully eclectic mix of terrain, culture and people. Bob McGrath takes us on a photographic journey exposing the many rich nuances of this region. His ability to draw out beauty in the ordinary, and quietude in the grand, is heartwarming and unforgettable. With writings from renowned artist Catherine Raynes, a rich layer is added to Bob's powerful imagery. Whether you choose the Seacoast as your home or vacation destination, this photographic collection is a celebration of simplicity and splendor of the people and places that make up these extraordinary communities. This limited edition of Seacoast: The Seasons of New Hampshire is Bob's second photographic book. 112 pages hardcover $35 ISBN 978‐0692344149 Robert McGrath, Photographer Distributor: Amazon, seacoastbook.com Genre: nonfiction, photography, art IPNE Titles on Display Boston Book Festival 2015 ipne.org page 9
Jet Trails: Looking for Blue Skies M.H. Sullivan Meara O’Connell Cellini was an “overseas brat,” raised in the nomadic lifestyle of an American diplomat’s family. For her, jet travel had always meant leaving behind the old life in order to move on to the next chapter. Now her husband was gone, her children grown and she needed to figure out ‐ what comes next? She never expected that her seatmate on the flight would be the key to jumpstarting her future while laying to rest her past. But first she needs to figure out: Who is Cade Chandler? 340 pages softcover $13 ISBN 978‐1891486012 Romagnoli Publications Distributor: Amazon Genre: fiction, romance, women's
The Sullivan Saga: Memories of an Overseas Childhood M.H. Sullivan The author chronicles her exotic, funny and sometimes bittersweet childhood as the daughter of a Foreign Service diplomat. Her family lived in South Korea, Taiwan, the Philippines, Thailand, and Ethiopia, during the years from 1957 to 1972. The stories show the adaptability of children to cultures other than our own and the fortitude and courage of parents trying to raise their children to be citizens of the world. 290 pages softcover $15 ISBN 978‐1891486135 Romagnoli Publications Distributor: Amazon Genre: nonfiction, memoir
Trail Magic: Lost in Crawford Notch M.H. Sullivan Teenager Angie Jackson, whose family runs a campground in rugged Crawford Notch in New Hampshire’s White Mountains, loses track of the little girl she is babysitting. Four‐year old Melanie has wandered away and is lost in the surrounding wilderness. Finding her may determine more than the fate of the little girl. In a strange twist, Angie finds an odd parallel to a similar missing child search conducted 65 years before – during the fall of 1941. 388 pages softcover $14 ISBN 978‐1891486098 Romagnoli Publications Distributor: Amazon Genre: fiction, young adult
In the Waters of Time Bette Lischke In Portland, Maine, Jane Eliot is a young wife haunted by vivid, disturbing dreams. During a holiday on Peaks Island, Jane's dreams multiply and intensify, pulling her into a dark current of visions that surge through her waking hours. Mesmerized, Jane "sees" through the eyes of Elizabeth, a Victorian woman who recklessly abandons her marriage and children in pursuit of love. As Jane re‐lives the passion and calamity of Elizabeth's last days, she struggles to chart her own course for life. 234 pages softcover $15 ISBN 978‐0991159789 SDP Publishing Distributor: Lightning Source, Amazon, Ingram Genre: fiction
Bittersweet Manor Tory McCagg On the dock of Poquatuck Village, Connecticut, looking across the harbor to their family’s longtime home, Gussie Michaels and her granddaughter Emma debate whether to sell the family property or keep it. Their conversation lays the framework for the book, which flows back over the decades to Gussie's youth and marriage and the lives of her three children. As Emma and Gussie remember their family's life choices and dynamic relationships, Emma prepares to do what no one in her family has dared. 339 pages softcover $17 ISBN 978‐1938314568 She Writes Press Distributor: Amazon, Ingram, Baker & Taylor Genre: contemporary fiction
A Lifetime of Vermont People Peter Miller Elegant coffee table book, 208 pages of photo portraits and written profiles of 60 Vermonters taken over 60 years by award winning photographer and author Peter Miller. Includes a history of the change in Vermont culture over the last half century. Book has won awards for photography and Independent Publishers voted A Lifetime of Vermont People as the best non fiction book from the northeast in 2014. 208 pages hardcover $55 ISBN 978‐097498075 Silver Print Press Distributor: Enfield Publishing and Distributing; Silver Print Press Genre: nonfiction, photography IPNE Titles on Display Boston Book Festival 2015 ipne.org page 10
The Secret of Christopher Topher Gee Williams The Secret of Christopher Topher' is a science‐fiction/fantasy novel that merges science‐fiction with factual historical events that will keep the reader fascinated in the trials and tribulations of Alex's quest. Follow Alex on his adventurous journey as he attempts to keep the scrolls safe and out of the clutches of evil. 310 pages softcover $10 ISBN 978‐0996508315 The Omen Experience Distributor: Amazon Genre: science fiction, fantasy
Henry and Lola: A Puppy Love Story Keith Cohen Two puppies take up residence in a fancy new Boston hotel. They soon find themselves all alone and longing for a friend. Missed opportunities prevent them from meeting until unexpected events change everything. In this delightful story, we learn that what we search for does not always take us down a straight path. The bumps and obstacles are also a part of our journey. 48 pages Hardcover $17 ISBN 978‐0990331544 Three Bean Press Distributor: Amazon, Baker & Taylor, Barnes & Noble Genre: children's picture book
House Of Girls Joyce Shor Johnson Sharon is 15, Jewish and pregnant. By sending her away to deliver her baby in secret, Sharon's family hopes to avoid disgrace. Sharon vows to find a way to make it all work so she can keep her baby and marry Irish. Will Sharon end up doing the hardest thing she will ever have to do, say goodbye to her baby girl? 220 pages softcover $10 ISBN 978‐0989180016 Three Petal Books Distributor: Lightning Source, Amazon, Ingram Genre: young adult, middle grade
The Gods of War: Boxing Essays Springs Toledo Award‐winning essayist Springs Toledo's "The Gods of War" is where prizefighting meets world‐class literature. Toledo, whose writing has been described as “warrior poetry,” goes beyond the usual factoids, dry text, and threadbare yarns to conjure up legendary fighters as they were. Some of them will punch holes through the pages; others will touch your heart. Reading enthusiasts, sports fans, and boxing’s critics are invited to take a new and unforgettable look at the sweet science. 204 pages hardcover $25 ISBN 978‐0954392451 Tora Book Publishing Distributor: Lightning Source, Amazon Genre: sports/boxing, essays
The Adventures of Piratess Tilly Elizabeth Lorayne Written in the poetic form of haiku and illustrated in watercolors, you are invited to come adventuring with Piratess Tilly, her rescued best friend, a koala named Yuki, and her band of international orphaned brothers. As budding naturalists, they are all too eager for their expedition to the Galápagos Islands! While documenting flora and fauna, they spot baby giant tortoises being kidnapped . . . by pirates! How do Tilly, Yuki and the brothers save the turtles? 32 pages hardcover $19 ISBN 978‐0692296103 White Wave Press Distributor: Brodart Company Genre: children's picture book
Thanks Are Due! We wish to express great appreciation to our 2015 Boston Book Festival sponsors, Three Bean Press, and to IPNE members Leah Alaani and Karen Einstein for pulling together thousands of details to produce this show insert. We also thank our other BBF volunteers Grace Stevens, Bruce Jones, Jenny Hudson, Elizabeth Lorayne, Maureen Romagnoli, Sheryl Mendlinger, and Maria Kamoulakou, and to all the exhibitors who made this possible. What it's all about - Indies Helping Indies! You are welcome to join us at IPNE.org and get that book inside you - OUT! - from Charlotte Pierce, Ruth Crocker, Paul Parisi, Brian Jud, Crystal Ponti, and Cristine Frost, IPNE Board of Directors. IPNE 2015 Award for Book of the Year Rachel's Day in the Garden by Giselle Shardlow (Tie) Breathe: A Memoir ofMotherhood, Grief, and Family Conflict by Kelly Kittel (Tie) Order ofSeven by Beth Teliho (Finalist)
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