Book Details:
Book Title: Anna: A Life of Faith and Courage by Travis E. Short
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 245 pages
Genre: Historical Fiction
Publisher: Publish Authority
Release date: July 2023
Content Rating: G. Suitable for all readers; no sexual content, and no vulgar language
Book Title: Anna: A Life of Faith and Courage by Travis E. Short
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 245 pages
Genre: Historical Fiction
Publisher: Publish Authority
Release date: July 2023
Content Rating: G. Suitable for all readers; no sexual content, and no vulgar language
Book Description:
Anna's story begins and ends in a convalescent center in Michigan and is told by the author, whose brother looks after her in her waning years. The story is based on a short memoir written by Anna for her children. Her life is filled with trials and tribulations that test her faith to its limits. With a desperately impoverished and undernourished childhood in an itinerant and abusive family living in rural Pennsylvania, Anna is faced with obstacles that could break most people. She finds solace in God with constant prayer and attendance in church services. Although she has little formal education, she is nominated by her pastor to attend bible college. where she excels and meets her future husband. They start a family and despite their own hardships, they devote their lives to helping others. Her powerful story of sacrifice, faith, and courage is an inspiration to us all.
Anna's story begins and ends in a convalescent center in Michigan and is told by the author, whose brother looks after her in her waning years. The story is based on a short memoir written by Anna for her children. Her life is filled with trials and tribulations that test her faith to its limits. With a desperately impoverished and undernourished childhood in an itinerant and abusive family living in rural Pennsylvania, Anna is faced with obstacles that could break most people. She finds solace in God with constant prayer and attendance in church services. Although she has little formal education, she is nominated by her pastor to attend bible college. where she excels and meets her future husband. They start a family and despite their own hardships, they devote their lives to helping others. Her powerful story of sacrifice, faith, and courage is an inspiration to us all.
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Book Details:
Book Title: The Adventures of Faraday Fox: A story for Young Readers by Travis E. Short
Category: Middle-Grade Fiction (Ages 8-12), 65 pages
Genre: Adventure
Publisher: Publish Authority
Release date: January 2024
Content Rating: G. Suitable for young readers
Book Title: The Adventures of Faraday Fox: A story for Young Readers by Travis E. Short
Category: Middle-Grade Fiction (Ages 8-12), 65 pages
Genre: Adventure
Publisher: Publish Authority
Release date: January 2024
Content Rating: G. Suitable for young readers
Book Description:
The Adventures of Faraday Fox is the story of a domesticated red fox that is released back into the Cherokee National Forest to find happiness. Instead, he encounters perils, danger, and hunger, and he decides to return to the home he left in Georgia. His adventures take him across the United States by walking and hitching rides on a train, a tractor-trailer, a boxcar, and in the luggage compartment of a bus. He meets many wild and domesticated animals along the way. When he arrives in California, a wonderful surprise awaits him. The story contains many life lessons and is written with readers, eight to twelve years old, in mind. It contains over twenty prints of original paintings of forest scenes, bears, birds, and other animals by accomplished artist Shirley Adams.
The Adventures of Faraday Fox is the story of a domesticated red fox that is released back into the Cherokee National Forest to find happiness. Instead, he encounters perils, danger, and hunger, and he decides to return to the home he left in Georgia. His adventures take him across the United States by walking and hitching rides on a train, a tractor-trailer, a boxcar, and in the luggage compartment of a bus. He meets many wild and domesticated animals along the way. When he arrives in California, a wonderful surprise awaits him. The story contains many life lessons and is written with readers, eight to twelve years old, in mind. It contains over twenty prints of original paintings of forest scenes, bears, birds, and other animals by accomplished artist Shirley Adams.
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Book Details:
Book Title: Killers Can't Hide by Travis E. Short
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 270 pages
Genre: Thriller
Publisher: Publish Authority
Release date: May 2024
Content Rating: PG-13. Contains cursing, street talk and sexual implications, no explicit sex.
Book Title: Killers Can't Hide by Travis E. Short
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 270 pages
Genre: Thriller
Publisher: Publish Authority
Release date: May 2024
Content Rating: PG-13. Contains cursing, street talk and sexual implications, no explicit sex.
Book Description:
Glamour, passion, and horses are a deadly combination for Carmen Cantrell. When the former beauty queen is murdered on her horse ranch, the logical suspect is her estranged husband, Delbert Cantrell. Caught in the throes of a bitter reelection campaign for sheriff, Delbert, a wealthy contractor, must find a way to clear his name. He enlists the help of renowned lawyer Sydney Saperstein and a local investigator by the name of Isadore Holt. Their investigation takes them to Mexico and the southwest USA. More murder, treachery, and romance keep the reader guessing as to the outcome.
Glamour, passion, and horses are a deadly combination for Carmen Cantrell. When the former beauty queen is murdered on her horse ranch, the logical suspect is her estranged husband, Delbert Cantrell. Caught in the throes of a bitter reelection campaign for sheriff, Delbert, a wealthy contractor, must find a way to clear his name. He enlists the help of renowned lawyer Sydney Saperstein and a local investigator by the name of Isadore Holt. Their investigation takes them to Mexico and the southwest USA. More murder, treachery, and romance keep the reader guessing as to the outcome.
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Book Details:
Book Title: Corners of My Mind: American Short Stories by Travis E. Short
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 329 pages
Genre: Short Stories
Publisher: Publish Authority
Release date: September 2024
Format available for review: print-softback (USA only), ebook (Gifted Kindle, EPUB, PDF)
Tour dates: Sep 2 to Sep 29, 2025
Content Rating: PG-13. Most stories are G rated, but some contain curse words and street language. No explicit sex.
Book Title: Corners of My Mind: American Short Stories by Travis E. Short
Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 329 pages
Genre: Short Stories
Publisher: Publish Authority
Release date: September 2024
Format available for review: print-softback (USA only), ebook (Gifted Kindle, EPUB, PDF)
Tour dates: Sep 2 to Sep 29, 2025
Content Rating: PG-13. Most stories are G rated, but some contain curse words and street language. No explicit sex.
Book Description:
Step into the captivating world of Corners of My Mind, a rich tapestry of new American short stories. In this collection by a master storyteller, ordinary people navigate the unexpected twists of fate with resilience and heart. From soldiers and warriors—both real and imagined—to revival preachers and lonely women, each takes a window into the human experience. Drawing inspiration from real-life encounters, dreams, and whimsical imagination, the stories are as diverse as they are compelling. Meet men of action, contemplative souls, and even talking dogs whose thoughts will linger in your mind long after you turn the last page. Whether you seek moments of laughter, tears, or thrilling surprises, Corners of My Mind promises an unforgettable journey.
Step into the captivating world of Corners of My Mind, a rich tapestry of new American short stories. In this collection by a master storyteller, ordinary people navigate the unexpected twists of fate with resilience and heart. From soldiers and warriors—both real and imagined—to revival preachers and lonely women, each takes a window into the human experience. Drawing inspiration from real-life encounters, dreams, and whimsical imagination, the stories are as diverse as they are compelling. Meet men of action, contemplative souls, and even talking dogs whose thoughts will linger in your mind long after you turn the last page. Whether you seek moments of laughter, tears, or thrilling surprises, Corners of My Mind promises an unforgettable journey.
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Meet the Author:
Travis Short is the writer and author of several books, including Anna: A Life of Faith and Courage, Killers Can’t Hide, and The Adventures of Faraday Fox. Among other books, he has also published the illustrated epic poem, Old White Men, a story of the sacrifices by America’s warriors since 1775. His favorite pastime is writing short stories, many of which are contained in this book.
Retired as a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy, he pursued a career in shipbuilding and manufacturing. He has extensive experience in technical writing and business consulting. He is a graduate from the U. S. Navy Postgraduate School, Monterey, California, with a degree in Engineering Sciences. He is the father of four daughters and three sons, and currently resides in Moss Point, Mississippi, with his constant companion, A Lhasa Apso named Choi.
Travis Short is the writer and author of several books, including Anna: A Life of Faith and Courage, Killers Can’t Hide, and The Adventures of Faraday Fox. Among other books, he has also published the illustrated epic poem, Old White Men, a story of the sacrifices by America’s warriors since 1775. His favorite pastime is writing short stories, many of which are contained in this book.
Retired as a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy, he pursued a career in shipbuilding and manufacturing. He has extensive experience in technical writing and business consulting. He is a graduate from the U. S. Navy Postgraduate School, Monterey, California, with a degree in Engineering Sciences. He is the father of four daughters and three sons, and currently resides in Moss Point, Mississippi, with his constant companion, A Lhasa Apso named Choi.
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My Review:
The Adventures of Faraday Fox: A Story for Young Readers by Travis Short may not be marketed for me. However, I greatly enjoyed taking this journey with Faraday. I wanted to keep reading to find out what he finds along the way. I thought it was a wonderful way to teach children valuable lessons of hope, joy, determination, courage, and belonging. There were a few scenes that made my heart break for Faraday and was rooting for him until the end. A truly heart warming tale.
The Adventures of Faraday Fox: A Story for Young Readers is beautifully illustrated by the talented artist, Shirley Adams. Her pictures were vivid and colorful that I found appealing to the eye. I loved seeing the vision of what Faraday looked like and what he encountered on his travels. The pictures were a perfect addition to the book.
I believe that The Adventures of Faraday Fox: A Story for Young Readers deserves a five star rating. I highly recommend it for readers who are between the ages of eight and twelve years old. It would be a great placement on the shelves in public libraries, as well as, school classrooms. I would love to read more adventures like this one from Travis Short in the future.
I received a soft cover copy of Travis Short's The Adventures of Faraday Fox: A Story for Young Readers from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.
Thank you, Amy, for posting your great review of The Adventures of Faraday Fox. I enjoyed reading the reviews of other books on your site. The exposure you give authors is exceptional and much appreciated.
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