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  One Ukrainian Summer - A memoir...

  Viv Groskop

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  'A memoir that captivates and delights. Fabulous' —Nina Stibbe 
   
   
   
  Autumn 1993. The former USSR. Viv is about to turn twenty-one and is on a study year abroad, supposedly immersed in the language, history, and politics of a world that has just ceased to exist: the Soviet Union. 
   
   
   
  Instead, she finds herself immersed in Bogdan Bogdanovich—the lead guitarist of a Ukrainian punk rock band. As the temperature drops, he promises that if she can get through the freezing Russian winter, he will give her "one Ukrainian summer." But is he serious about her? Or is she just another groupie? 
   
   
   
  At parties, gigs, and dive bars, Viv and her new friends argue over whose turn it is to buy cigarettes, the best places to find Levi's jeans and whether beer counts as a soft drink. No one debates the merits of speaking Ukrainian over Russian, the precise location of the border, or the undeniable brightness of the future. Of course good times are here to stay. Because the Soviet Union is finished. Isn't it? 
   
   
   
  A poignant and often comical account of coming-of-age in the time after the Cold War and before Putin, One Ukrainian Summer is a love letter to a unique moment in history.

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  Beyond Everest - One Sherpa's...

  Corinne Richardson, Pem Dorjee...

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  One small man, one giant mountain: a Sherpa’s quest to create a better future, one perilous step at a time. 
  Every success story begins with a single step in the right direction. Pem Dorjee Sherpa's journey began with a determination to break the cycle of poverty and abuse he was born into. To do that, Pem will have to summon the resilience, courage, and resolve to do what others only dream of: summit Mt. Everest. 
  While much has been written about the elite climbers who attempt to conquer Everest, Pem's account is from the rarely heard point of view of a Sherpa. Genetically adapted to life at high altitude and with very few options for making a living, the Sherpas who join climbing expeditions put their own lives on the line to make the dreams of elite climbers come true. Pem’s account is an inside look at the realities of this life, as well as the social and cultural hurdles he must overcome to be with Moni, his feisty and independent Newari wife.  
  Join Pem in this inspiring tale of one man's quest to create a brighter future, one perilous step at a time.

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  Scientists As The Protagonists –...

  Arthur Conan Doyle, Edward Page...

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  Scientists are only interested in facts.  Short story writers are only interested in fiction and how it can change one set of circumstances to another.  Experiments in words may be common to both but when the scientist is our protagonist the journey can suddenly become quite disturbing. 
   
  Join H P Lovecraft, Arthur Conan Doyle, Nathaniel Hawthorne and many others as they put scientists into the driving seat of stories that often have surprising outcomes.  
   
  1 - Stories with The Scientists As Protagonists - An Introduction 
  2 - Herbert West - Re-Animator - Part 1 by H P Lovecraft 
  3 - Herbert West - Re-Animator - Part 2 by H P Lovecraft 
  4 - When The World Screamed by Arthur Conan Doyle 
  5 - A Thousand Deaths by Jack London 
  6 - The Star by W F Harvey 
  7 - The Birthmark by Nathaniel Hawthorne 
  8 - A Tale of Negative Gravity by Frank R Stockton 
  9 - The Crystal Man by Edward Page Mitchell

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  Catch as Catch Can - Building a...

  George Tinsley

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  In this powerful memoir, George Tinsley Sr. shares his remarkable journey from a challenging childhood in Louisville's Smoketown neighborhood to becoming a successful businessman, entrepreneur, and community leader. For anyone seeking inspiration to overcome challenges and achieve their dreams, this book is a must-read.

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  From War to Creativity: A...

  Wadih Moussa

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  From War to Creativity: A Journey of Healing Through the Lens 
  By Wadih Moussa 
  From War to Creativity is a deeply personal exploration of creativity, healing, and transformation through the art of photography. This audiobook reflects on how photography can serve as a powerful tool for self-discovery and emotional growth. 
  Anchored in the author’s own experiences growing up in a war-torn country, the story extends beyond personal history to explore universal themes of hope, resilience, and the healing power of creative expression. Through vivid storytelling and heartfelt reflections, listeners are invited to consider how creativity can help them navigate life’s challenges. 
  Rather than offering technical photography lessons, this work highlights the profound impact photography can have on personal well-being. It also shares lessons learned about using social media mindfully—finding joy in the creative process, fostering genuine connection, and avoiding the distractions that can dim artistic fulfillment. 
  Whether you’re a photographer or simply seeking inspiration through art, From War to Creativity encourages you to embrace your creative journey with authenticity and confidence.

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  Roadhouse Blues - Morrison The...

  Bob Batchelor

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  Shrouded in mystery and the swirling psychedelic sounds of the Sixties, the Doors have captivated listeners across seven decades. Jim Morrison—haunted, beautiful, and ultimately doomed—transformed from rock god to American icon. With each successive generation of fans, the Doors become more popular and transcendent. Yet the band's full significance is buried beneath layers of mythology and folklore. 
   
   
   
  In Roadhouse Blues, Bob Batchelor presents an epic tale of one of rock's (and America's) most significant periods, as the Age of Aquarius gave way to a new age of mayhem, presidential misdeeds, and murder. Batchelor combines cultural history, musical and lyrical analysis, and a broad stroke of pop-culture mythos to give fresh perspective on a pivotal time. 
   
   
   
  Candid, authoritative, and utterly absorbing, Roadhouse Blues is a biography of a man, a band, and an era that set the tone for the contemporary world. Beyond the mythology, the hype, and the mystique around Morrison's untimely death, this book takes listeners on a roller-coaster ride, examining the impact the band had on America as the nation veered from decadence to debauchery. 
   
   
   
  "We're gonna have a real good time!"

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