NEW! Images of America: ELWOOD |
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“Images of America: Elwood” tells the stories of Elwood’s past — from its founding in 1852 through today — in more than 200 photographs featuring the city's business and industry, people, events and celebrations, disasters, schools, churches, heroes, and its favorite son, Wendell Willkie — “The Hope of Our Country.”
Thanks to the city’s rich past, today’s Elwood is characterized as “the Heart of Hoosierland,” and it has a long, bright future to look forward to. The book is intended to rekindle fond memories and spark poignant reflections, while helping readers experience what was, what is, and what is yet to come. |
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NEW!
A suspenseful, paranormal romantic mystery, awash in possibilities for second chances, righting old wrongs, and finding love that lasts forever.
AVAILABLE AT Amazon.com |
FROM THE REVIEWERS:
“ ‘Love, Lies and Azure Eyes’ by Janis Thornton is spectacular. I absolutely loved everything; seriously, this book has it all and more. This book is a must read, so I am super highly recommending it.”
> Baroness’ Book Trove “I loved this engrossing and fast-paced suspense novel! ... ‘Love, Lies and Azure Eyes’ is worth each one of its five stars and I highly recommend it!” > Brianne’s Book Reviews |
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June 12 – BabsBookBistro – Spotlight
June 13 – Ascroft – Author Q&A June 13 – Introspective Press – Spotlight June 14 – Defining Ways – Character Q&A June 15 – MJB Reviewers – Author Interview June 16 – StoreyBook Reviews – Character Guest Post June 16 – A Place In The Spotlight – Author Q&A June 17 – Cozy Up With Kathy – Spotlight June 17 – Books Direct – Guest Post June 18 – Brooke Blogs – Guest Post June 18 – Celticlady’s Reviews – Spotlight June 19 – Baroness’ Book Trove – REVIEW June 19 – Ruff Drafts – Spotlight June 20 – I’m All About Books – Spotlight June 21 – The Book Diva’s Reads – Character Guest Post June 22 – Brianne’s Book Reviews – REVIEW June 22 – Escape With Dollycas – Spotlight June 23 – Christa Reads and Writes – REVIEW June 24 – A Wytch’s Book Review Blog – Character Q&A June 25 – Literary Gold – Spotlight |
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“My daughter was too good a girl
to have to face death this way.”
— Roxie Emberton
to have to face death this way.”
— Roxie Emberton
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BOOK 2 in the ELMWOOD CONFIDENTIAL series 
Who killed Horace Q. Ogilvie, owner of the local radio station and most reviled man in Elmwood? The fun starts when Horace turns up dead, minutes before he is supposed to broadcast his next malicious editorial, designed to destroy yet another Elmwood luminary. As suspects abound, Crystal Cropper, the Elmwood Gazette's editor, dives in to nab the killer. Problem is, she's one of the suspects!
“I love Small Town America, and nobody writes about the heart and soul of Small Town America any better than Janis Thornton.” > CALEB PIRTLE III Award-winning author of more than 30 books and recipient of a Texas Associated Press Award, Small Press Book Award, and a Discover America Award. “Janis Thornton has created a well-crafted and exciting mystery, with a wonderful cast of characters . . . or better yet suspects. Thornton kept me interested and guessing till the end. Five stars for the finale and the results.” > NADA ADEL SOBHI Poet, writer, book reviewer, and administrator of the blog Nadaness in Motion |
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“Dust Bunnies & Dead Bodies
is, without a doubt, one of the funniest and most endearing debut novels I’ve read in a very long time. If intrepid small-town newspaper editor Crystal Cropper doesn’t win you over, you’ve either got no heart or your sense of humor has flat-lined. Give this book a try. I guarantee you, it's a hoot.” > WILLIAM KENT KRUEGER New York Times Best-selling author of the Cork O'Conner Mystery Series and winner of the 2014 Edgar Award for 'Ordinary Grace' * * * “First-time author Janis Thornton is a skillful guide to small-town crime and corruption, and her protagonist, newspaper editor Crystal Cropper, is one intrepid investigator.” > TERENCE FAHERTY Edgar Allan Poe Award finalist (Owen Keane mystery series), and two-time winner of the Shamus Award (Scott Elliott P.I. series) > CLICK FOR PREVIEW |
Undeniably Indiana |
(Contributor)
An Indiana Bicentennial Project from Indiana University Press |
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In this first crowd-sourced book about Indiana, ordinary Hoosiers from all corners of the state share the eclectic, wonderful, and sometimes wacky stories that are undeniably Indiana. These true tales highlight the variety of Hoosier life—fond recollections of hometowns, legendary anecdotes of the past, Indiana’s unpredictable weather, favorite foods (there’s more than corn!), and chance encounters with unforgettable and infamous people. Written for anyone who has ever called this great state home, Undeniably Indiana provides the answer to the widespread question, “What is a Hoosier?” This Bicentennial Legacy Project contains two of my essays. The first is about the legendary "mummified Indian princess" that held a place of honor for 30 years at the Tipton County Courthouse—until the curators discovered they'd been duped. The second essay tells the story of Frankfort's Adrian Marks, the World War II pilot who pulled 56 of the 316 survivors of the USS Indianapolis disaster aboard his seaplane. Click to purchase from Amazon.
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The two following books are part of Arcadia Publishing's 'Images of America' series. Each book sells for $25, which includes shipping and handling. If you wish your copy signed, please email your request via the CONTACT page. Thanks!
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Images of America: Frankfort
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“Images of America: Frankfort,” about Frankfort, Indiana’s long history, was published in late 2013. A foreword by Frankfort’s Mayor Chris McBarnes opens the exploration of the city’s history told through more than 200 photographs I assembled in association with Nancy Hart, director of the Clinton County Historical Society.
Four months after the Indiana General Assembly established Clinton County, long-time resident John Pence donated 60 acres of his centrally located farmland upon which the county seat would be built. Thanks to Pence, the city of Frankfort, named in honor of his ancestral German home, was born May 9, 1830. Dense forests, cold winters and wild animals challenged those who populated Frankfort in its earliest days. Yet, as a close-knit community, tightly bound by mutual dependence and pride, they grew a beautiful city, abundant in businesses, churches, schools and culture. Railroads opened new opportunities for growth, and for the next 100 years, Frankfort was a major train town, served by four railroad companies. The spirit of the early settlers still prevails, revealed abundantly in their sons and daughters, who have included war heroes, well-known entertainers, athletes, entrepreneurs, doctors, and more. |
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Images of America: tipton county
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“Images of America: Tipton County,” published in late 2012, features more than 200 vintage photographs depicting Tipton County life from the late 1800s through the present, most contributed by members of the Tipton County community and never before published. The book’s narrative begins with the county’s founding in 1844 and progresses to more recent years, highlighting several of the influential people and pivotal events that shaped the county.
On every page, readers with ties to Tipton County will find nostalgic reminders of their shared heritage — the frequent rumblings of steam locomotives passing through, public gatherings on the courthouse square, balloon ascensions, war bond rallies, the awe-inspiring staircase to the Carnegie library’s main floor, live performances at the Martz Theatre, 10 cent-a-week newspapers, baked beans and brain sandwiches, Blue Devil sundaes, pin boys, county basketball tourneys, double features, and packed churches. |
Chicken Soup for the mothers' Soul 2 |
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My Mother's Face in the Mirror
"You look just like your mommy. I couldn't have been more than three or four years old the first time I heard someone say it. I'll never forget the feeling of pride as it welled up inside my tiny chest at the mere notion that someone thought I resembled my mommy. After that, for a while, I stood a little taller. Gentle. Soft. Kind. Loving. Beautiful. These are my earliest recollections of my mother. Yet as I grew older, I grew less elated about looking like her. More . . . Available for purchase from |
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