The 10 Spot: Local Authors
RISE to Success: Retrain Your Brain & Recharge Your Life—Results in 15 Minutes by Patrice Lynn, Orangevale
This revolutionary four-step system unleashes your core power through cutting-edge techniques in the field of neuroscience and quantum physics. It takes just 15 minutes a day to raise your energy level and self-confidence, overcome fear and anxiety, change your beliefs from lack to prosperity, and envision a positive future—enabling you to live the life you choose. Available at amazon.com
The Sinking of the Angie Piper by Chris Riley, Roseville
Edward gets Danny, his lifelong friend with Down syndrome, a job on an Alaskan fishing vessel: the Angie Piper. The captain and most of the crew find Danny a worthwhile addition, but others don’t and tensions quickly rise. In addition to Edward’s personal history, tragedy strikes amid vicious storms and a battle for survival ensues. Available at Barnes & Noble, Target, iTunes, and amazon.com
Retail Reality: Adventures of a Clothing Stylist by Pat Dodge, Rocklin
In this collection of 37 real-life short stories, clothing stylist Pat Dodge invites you to be an invisible bystander as she assists customers at a major department store. Be prepared to laugh, cry, get annoyed, and shake your head in wonderment as you experience retail in a way you never thought possible. Available at Barnes & Noble and amazon.com
Janabai Shepherd: Daughters of the Kali Yuga, Book Two by Bob Jenkins, Auburn
After a mysterious cataclysm wipes out civilization, Janabai Shepherd grows up as a post-apocalyptic farm girl, playing with her friends, going to school, working in the fields, chasing a boy, and guarding Shiva Puri village against Kali, the yellow-eyed demon who wants to eat people and has his heart set on Janabai Shepherd: his bride-to-be. Available at Barnes & Noble and amazon.com
Woman Song: For Better and for Worse by June Comarsh Gillam, Auburn
Women and men in relationships form the theme for this chapbook of 30 poems by award-winning author June Comarsh Gillam, featuring “Shameless Hussy Looks Back,” which was included by Amherst Writers & Artists’ founder, Pat Schneider in her public readings. Available at Barnes & Noble and amazon.com
Meditating Murder by Ann Saxton Reh, Auburn
When a collector of rare antiquities—and other people's secrets—decides to reveal her collection, she invites a particular group of guests to her isolated mansion on the Mendocino coast. It’s up to diplomat David Markam to find out which of them might be a murderer. Available at amazon.com
Dear Friend: Letters of Encouragement, Humor, and Love for Women with Breast Cancer by Gina L. Mulligan, Folsom
This beautiful collection of handwritten letters offers encouragement to women living with breast cancer. Written by compassionate strangers, these heartfelt letters were gathered by Girls Love Mail, a Folsom-based organization that provides support to people diagnosed with breast cancer. Available at Face in a Book, Barnes & Noble, and amazon.com
Bury The Past by James L’Etoile, Cameron Park
Sacramento Police Department detectives John Penley and Paula Newberry follow the trail on a new murder where the DNA evidence identifies a man with the ultimate alibi—he’s already in prison. Then, the investigation begins to uncover a case from Paula’s past—one she thought was behind her. Available at Face in a Book, Barnes & Noble, and amazon.com
Daisy and the Dirty Dozen by Brian Wallace, Folsom
When a family of mallard ducks took over his backyard swimming pool one spring, Wallace set out to tell the endearing story of a mother’s care for her 12 offspring and the adventures that took place during their two-week stay by the pool. Available at Barnes & Noble and amazon.com
Super Sushi Adventures: The Fun Begins by Krithi Munagala, El Dorado Hills
Nine-year-old Krithi, her pet dog Sushi, and their neighbor’s dog Trixie get pulled into a surreal world of superheroes and adventure. The story of how they adjust to this new world and help create superhero teams around the world makes for an enjoyable read with a message of unity. Available at Barnes & Noble and amazon.com
by Tara Mendanha
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