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Carlos is the film critic for the Miami Herald. His life is all about the movies. But now, he is about to experience a cinematic plot twist that will change everything. “The Dream Factory” is a spell-binding science fiction short story by James J. Caterino, the author of “Fireflies”, “Watch the Skies”, and “Super 8 Images”.

California Dreaming: How Not to Become a Hollywood Screenwriter is the entertaining and often hilarious tale of one man’s cinematic obsession and his attempt to get a movie deal done in the place where dreams are made. James J. Caterino is the author of Fantastic Films, Cult TV Shows, and Perfect Pop Songs, To Meghan, The Geek Girl and the Quarterback, and Miami Noir 1987.

When college student Jim takes an acting class, he learns the true meaning of getting into character and receives an unforgettable lesson in acting, life, and most of all, love. Based on a true story, Method Acting is a short story about lost love by James J. Caterino, the author of To Meghan, I Want to Believe, and The Geek Girl and the Quarterback.

Sharon is an archaeologist who discovers an ancient Native American burial site. But one of the remains does not belong there, a skeleton from the recent past. Sharon is mesmerized by the skeleton and drawn toward a ring on the decayed corpse. She takes the ring, puts it on her own finger, and it changes her. She begins to have visions of a past event, a violent, traumatic attack. The visions and the power of the skeleton ring take over her life. Her only way to stop it is to solve the dark mystery behind it all, no matter how dangerous and deadly it may become. “The Skeleton Ring” is a...

Supernatural horror short story from James J. Caterino, the author of Starfighter Year 1, Pop Star, The Promise, Time Travel Stories, The Girl from the Stars, Watch the Skies, The Last Neanderthal, and much more.

"My plan will succeed! My plans always succeed." Aleister repeats the words like a mantra.The people of Cockaigne are rescued, and the first of the four artifacts needed to prevent Rael, the dark god of time, from unleashing his genocide is secured. With so much accomplished, in such a short time, Aleister has reason to believe his success will continue. But can Aleister’s plans stand against the unforeseen events developing around him?

You know that a plant-based diet is a smart move whether for the good of the environment, your love of animals, or for your own health and wellness. You want to make a difference but it seems so far out of reach to achieve. With the right guide plant-based eating can be made extremely simple and enjoyable, believe it or not. The books will be your helping hand on a path to a better, happier, healthier version of you. You may even find yourself saying, it was one of best decisions I ever made.

Alex becomes Alondra and Alondra becomes Alex in The Anti-Matter Girl, a rousing new body-switching, alternate universe, dramatic, science-fiction comedy adventure from James J. Caterino, the author of Dreams, True Stories, To Meghan, I Want to Believe, and The Last Neanderthal.

Fearless or feral? Liberating or life-threatening? The wild side of life takes many forms. It seeps through the cracks of our world in the form of stray cats, tenacious weeds, oppressive relationships, and haunting memories. These 14 stories by Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers explore the wildness that lives inside all of us—and what happens when we let it out.

Working for yourself and running your own business requires massive confidence in yourself. This program is designed to tap into the confidence required in order to find your vision and voice as an entrepreneur. It incorporates techniques to unleash a more confident, creative, and resilient version of you.

What If is an essay about the power of daydreaming, and why you should never, ever, ever, become a writer. James J. Caterino is the author of Jordan Rose and the Tomb of Resurrection, The Anti-Matter Girl, Dreams, True Stories, To Meghan, I Want to Believe, Ghost Stories, Pop Star, Time Travel Stories, The Girl from the Stars, and much more.

The wonder and mystery of The Great Tomes series continues with The Great Tome of Fantastic and Wondrous Places. Volume three of this collection features narratives revolving around the exploration of fantasy or alien locales in which the acts of exploration and adventure are central to the plot.

While the world's still choked with monsters - their work is never done. Tireless and dedicated, the Aces scour the globe in pursuit of the creatures that seek to terrorize humanity. For this ongoing mission, they leave no stone unturned - and no monsters alive. Whether it be in far-off wilderness, small-town America, or among the concrete canyons of the big city, Cap'n, Gats, Joker, Digger, and Trill continue to risk their lives at the cost of their own identities to keep us safe from the things that go bump in the night.

The Hell Realms endure and humanity's extinction appears to be a forgone conclusion...unless Johnny the Salesman has something to say about it. Stop by the Triple-Six Tavern for a drink on the house, blow a life's savings, or just your soul in the Gaming Pit, groove to some of history's greatest bands, spend an amorous hour in the Brothel Tents, settle a life or death challenge in the Grudge Pit, hit the crowded Dance Floor, and revel in the greatest party of all time held in the most famous bar in all of the multiverse!

Tales of the Blade collects 9 heroic fantasy tales previously published by James Alderdice/David J. West. Take the weird adventure and journey to eldritch temples and witness strange rites among the barbaric splendor of elder days. Follow brave warriors and daring thieves as they defy the grip of monsters, wizards and terrible gods. Sword and sorcery is alive once more. Tales of the Blade is an action-packed heroic fantasy collection in the vein of classic pulp fiction and old school D&D. If you like gory battles, larger-than-life characters, and witty humor, then you’ll love James ...

Old foes form a fragile alliance to stem the rising tide of unspeakable evil. The gods stir, and the old laws of the heavens crumble. As the conflict in Jerin unfolds, a young healer makes the arduous journey from her home to assist with the war effort. Amidst the bloodshed, she discovers her true nature and an unlikely attraction. Faced with unbearable loss, she reaches out to a new ally. Will her desperate attempt to save those she holds dear be enough?

Running a profitable, successful business has endless rewards, but getting there can be a challenge without the right mindset. A winner’s mentality will help you through obstacles and business challenges that might otherwise have demotivated you. To ensure you have the right mentality for running your business and increasing your revenue, these affirmations are designed with a focus on business success and an abundance mindset.

Business success depends on your ability to trust yourself, generate effective solutions and steer towards successful outcomes. The foundation of all success relies on a healthy and positive mindset. Your frame of mind can determine how well you bounce back from setbacks and how well you handle the pressures of business. These affirmations are designed to help you unleash the best version of your business self while becoming more inspired and motivated.

The growth of careers and career pathways within medicine and health care can be confusing, yet it reflects the evolution of modern medicine which relies upon a myriad of different specialists each able to contribute their own particular skills to the care and wellbeing of the patient or client. Careers within the NHS are many and varied, with opportunities to train not only as nurses and doctors but also as dieticians, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and speech and language therapists.

Exception to the Rule links ancient wisdom with contemporary science on high performance, teamwork, and engagement. Building an organizational culture based on classical virtues - of trust, compassion, courage, justice, wisdom, temperance and hope - is both strategically smart and a better way to live. Exception to the Rule walks you through the steps of helping everyone in your organization focus on character defined by virtue.