Explore the Best Indie Non-Fiction Books

“This is a story of a young girl’s struggles that follow her into adulthood,” Large shares. “From early childhood, a life filled with trauma, family dysfunction, a mother with mental illness, sexual abuse, drug abuse, and rejection. In a world filled with hopelessness, she found the courage to open her heart. With grace, she had to overcome her demons to eventually run into the arms of her God.”

      Some people are irreparably damaged. Michael Anderson is not one of them.          The Lifer and the Lawyer raises questions about childhood trauma, religion, race, the purpose of punishment, and a criminal justice system that requires harmless old men to die in prison. The book describes Michael Anderson' s broken childhood, his anti-social behaviors and crimes, and his spiritual and moral transformation while enduring ten life sentences in Washington state prisons.        Central to the story is the evolving five-decade friendship between Anderson, a black man raised on the hard streets of Chicago's ...

God is all-powerful and can lift anything. He is also all-knowledge so can make something He cannot lift. The answer to this ancient paradox is found here and offers the most beautiful truths you may have ever read. God. Logic dictates that either God Is, or God isn't. Let us begin with the assumption that God Is, and from this foundation, ask a vital question. Does it matter one iota to Source whether we believe? Consider the Creator of streams and rivers, lakes and oceans, forests and mountains, skies and worlds, suns and stars, galaxies and universes. The One who breathes life into all that exists. Could such a boundless and Infinite Presence be concerned with whether we believe? No, our ...

Sharing raw moments of love, loss, and joy, these poems invite readers to discover their own quiet strengths.Discover the healing power of poetry in this candid and inspiring collection from award-winning poet Larada Horner-Miller. From the harrowing dawn of 9/11 to light-filled RV treks across desert highways, Horner-Miller captures ordinary moments suddenly split open with grief, wonder, and grace. With over seven decades of life and three-dozen sober years behind her, she invites you to her kitchen table to share her resilience and wisdom.  Benefits:Find comfort and solace in reflective memoir-in-verse Be transported to vivid travel vignettes Celebrate self-reinvention...

Read ‘THOUGHTS’ as it muses through the origins of the universe, nature, life, the Big Bang history and much more.Engage yourself with a powerful array of philosophical ideas and arguments that boldly challenge traditional views on existence, reality, and human purpose. Dive deep into the universe and explore the origins of human life. Introducing Robin G Howard – and the new book - THOUGHTS of Life & Beyond. As a visionary author, he pushes the boundaries of what is possible. His unique psychic approach to a trip to the future sets him apart from other authors in this field. Look no further if you’re ready to embark on an incredible journey through the multiverse to the Big Bang...

This autobiography of James Bruce is a true story of my life, written or told by me. The origins of the word mean a self-produced life story. My life experiences, the people I have met, and the places I have visited are included in this book. I have included my ancestry based on my research, thanks in part to my parents' memories of those facts and information that I was able to collect from the internet and family. Being an autobiography, after an introduction of my folks, it all starts with my birth and continues to present-day recollections, all factual. Parts of this book included real stories that were inserted chronologically, which I felt made this a fun and interesting read. I also i...

Lynne Podrat's poignant memoir "Listen To Me" shares her deeply personal journey as the devoted guardian of her Down syndrome brother Bruce. With raw honesty and heart, Lynne navigates the challenges and joys of caring for Bruce over decades, from his birth in 1973 through his battle with advanced pancreatic cancer in the 1990s. This beautifully written book intimately explores the complex world of disabilities through Lynne's eyes. It delves into the lack of institutional support, societal stigma, and constant caregiving pressures families face. Yet Lynne's unwavering love and advocacy for Bruce shines through, even during his dialysis treatments and cancer treatments. Full of warmth and wi...

In this heart-wrenching yet empowering memoir, author Barbara takes readers on a harrowing journey from the innocence of childhood to the complexities of adulthood, revealing the deep scars left by betrayal and abuse. At just five years old, Barbara's world is shattered as she faces unimaginable trauma at the hands of those who should have protected her. Shuttled between relatives after her family’s disintegration, she becomes a target for predators who exploit her vulnerability, leaving her grappling with a fractured sense of self-worth.Yet, this is not merely a tale of survival; it is a testament to resilience. Through candid reflections, Barbara unveils the cunning tactics of her abuser...

From me, the author,This book was written and illustrated by two long standing members of the over-the-hill gang.Like any memories, this book is rather unorganized. There is no central plot, no main character, just random short stories about just plain folks, survivors of life. The stories are hand-me-downs from various distant relatives, close family, and an assortment of quirky friends, so I cannot vouch for their accuracy. Certainly, I cannot vouch for the accuracy of my own sketchy memory.Most of these stories take place in central Texas during the 20th century and the first part of the 21st century. The stories are very loosely collected into groups by the people, places, or things in t...

A beautiful way to tell the journey of Jesus and His three-year ministry.  This book was written to help you fall in love with Jesus and understand the obstacles He faced from His own people.  It combines the four gospels, in chronological order, beginning with His birth and follows through His crucifixion and ascension.  There is reflection and a "Seed for Thought" at the end of each chapter.This book is rated 5-star "*Because He Loved Us* is a heartfelt and accessible exploration of the teachings of Jesus Christ, written with both reverence and clarity. Geared toward Christians who may feel distanced or confused by scripture, the book acts as a gentle yet profound guide thro...

Fond memories growing up in the legendary small town of Mayberry, ( Mt. Airy, NC ) Andy Griffith's home- town, and also the home- town of Country Singer, Donna Fargo, The Easter Brothers Gospel Trio, & Bluegrass Artist,Tommy Jarrell.... Author Jim Akers takes you on a journey as a child and young man headed to Vietnam and beyond.

This 60s/70s memoir is a Grand Tour of the arts, music, cultural activities and fashion world of those years. Her stories, within stories range across the social and literary history of the political, feminist, and sexual protests when people believed they could create a better world. There are plenty of personal anecdotes of her friendships with the little known but soon to be famous artists, Pop musician, fashion world and avant-garde of New York, Paris, and London. Over the course of three decades, Karen met pretty much every hip personality that defined the times. From modest beginnings in western Canada she worked her way through art college and went on to dazzling success as a textile ...