BC Books Titles
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Below are our published books, including new and upcoming releases.
The Tribe of Origin
by Ian Martin
Tobe, a vagrant woman, accepts a suspicious job offer that catapults her to another world where she is about to be sacrificed. Tobe and another woman, Ami, are saved by Arata and given a new life and purpose. Tobe secures the future of her newfound planet by helping to destroy the demonic tribe known as the Daunted while discovering her special powers. To save her family and friends, Tobe must battle the original Daunted member, but does this vagrant woman have what it takes to send the twisted, disgusting being out in a furious blaze?
First time author, Ian Martin, navigates daily life on the spectrum, and he couldn't be more proud of being a published author.
The Bitches of Bexar County
Author: Pam Moody
What happens when the women who spend their days supervising criminals finally tell their stories?
Behind the doors of the Bexar County Adult Probation Department, no two days are ever the same. The women who worked there encountered everything from domestic violence and DWI offenses to gangs, sexual assaults, murder – and situations so unbelievable they sound like fiction.
But this book isn’t just about crime. It’s about the women who faced it.
With grit, humor, friendship, and more than a few moments of disbelief, these stories take you inside the work of adult prob and reveal what happens when the people responsible for supervising offenders become witnesses to the unpredictable, sometimes dangerous, and often darkly funny realities of the job.
Some stories will shock you. Some will make you laugh. Some may make you wonder how anyone could do this work day after day.
And through it all, one thing becomes clear: these women weren’t simply probation officers. They were women navigating a demanding profession together – supporting one another, finding humor in the darkest moments, and forming bonds that lasted far beyond the workplace.
The Bitches of Bexar County offers a candid, unforgettable look behind the scenes of adult probation-and the remarkable women who lived it.
Losing My Kidney and Finding My Voice
Confessions of a Living Donor Author: Rachel Bennett Steury
Losing My Kidney and Finding My Voice: Confessions of a Living Donor explores the author’s experiences giving away an organ to a stranger through a kidney chain, an innovative form of altruism spearheaded by the National Kidney Registry. The questions Rachel grappled with led her on a path of self-discovery to unravel why she felt moved to give of herself in an unusual way.
Rachel reveals insights from television celebrities Katie Couric, Oprah Winfrey, and her own grandmother, which prompted her to continue the family legacy of donation that began with her uncle, a beloved deceased donor. She explores her family’s history with grief and suicide, and how it influenced her decision to put her kidney on a plane to Pennsylvania without her. Rachel’s family expanded to include the organ donation community, which was activated all across the country to engage, motivate, and inspire their neighbors through the simple but impactful act of storytelling.
Secrets Revealed Author: Jacqueline Miller
In the summer of 2002, Carrie’s invitation for a weekend getaway with friends at Riverbanks was exactly what she needed to forget about her failing marriage. What begins as a summer holiday getaway soon becomes an annual tradition. Carrie and her friends gather at Riverbanks, chasing freedom, laughter, connections, and passion. As the summers unfold, Riverbanks becomes both a sanctuary and a battleground, testing friendships and exposing their most carefully hidden skeletons.
This sultry, emotionally charged drama is set against the backdrop of a time before curated online lives, when the only stories told were the ones spoken aloud. At Riverbanks, love and loyalty often clash with secrets and regrets.
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Impatiently Waiting for Miracles
Author: Abby Gray
Just two months after saying “I do,” Abby and Reid faced a challenge that would shake any marriage: Reid’s diagnosis with two chronic illnesses. As they pursued their dream of starting a family, they encountered one heartbreak after another—infertility, failed IVF treatments, and devastating miscarriages—pushing their love and endurance to the breaking point.
But when Reid’s health deteriorates further, and a liver transplant becomes his only hope, their story transforms into an extraordinary testament to courage and unwavering faith.
Abby shares their inspiring journey through her raw honesty and heartfelt storytelling, highlighting the power of love, the necessity of community, and the miracles that can emerge from life’s toughest battles. This love story will captivate you, leaving you feeling heartbroken yet uplifted as you root for their triumph against all odds.
Don't Call My Liver Fat
Authors: Sue Green & Brenda E Cortez
Fatty liver disease is the fastest-growing disease in America and is also the one that your doctor probably knows the least about. It affects men and women of all ages and usually provides no symptoms until it is very serious.
Liver disease is a poorly understood and managed condition. There are many causes, so it is important to understand how to prevent liver damage. This book will give insight and answer many of your questions. It also shares the stories of two women who had liver transplants as a result of the disease. Their personal experiences include a living donor transplant and deceased donation, along with how to navigate pre- and post-transplant issues.
CAN DO - A Seabee's Journey
Authors: Robert Amich & Catherine Boerner
Robert G. Behee had a front-row seat to some of the most consequential battles during WWII, and he wrote it all down in his diary. He fought at "Omaha Beach," in France in the Battle of D-Day on a barge called a "Rhino." He received a Purple Heart after stepping on a mine that exploded a buried bomb, which threw him to safety. He was "rewarded" for surviving D-Day by being sent to the South Pacific to prepare for the invasion of Japan.
Seeds of Life
Author: Mary Markham
This inspiring story of F.A.I.T.H. teaches us to plant seeds of positivity. How we act affects the world around us through our thoughts, words, and actions. Being kind, loving, and respectful, while helping one another MAKES A DIFFERENCE.
Anna's Adventures in Heaven - Where am I?
Author: Amber Carter
When someone you love dies, they don't just disappear even though it might feel that way. They move onto the next life and watch over you from above. Follow Anna in her crazy adventures in Heaven to see what kind of fun things she learns and see the cool places she travels to.
Courageous Carly Gets an X-Ray
Author: Joanna Wiley
Courageous Carly is getting an X-ray and she's a little nervous. What is an X-ray exactly? How is it done? Read along to find out the answers to those questions and more!
Courageous Carly Goes to the Lab
Author: Joanna Wiley
Courageous Carly™ is going to the lab for bloodwork and she’s worried. Will it hurt? How long will it take? Read along to find out the answers to those questions and more! Join Carly as she makes a new friend and finds courage in the hospital!
Philip T. Basher is ImperfectPhil
Author: Sue Steinhardt
If you're ever feeling down or starting to wonder what this journey is all about, read my stories. I promise to bring you all the happiness and joy I can pack into my giant puppy body.
I won't let you down because
I'm perfect...I'mPerfect...imperfect.
Imperfect...Just like you.
Imperfectphil is Happy
Author: Sue Steinhardt
Hi! My name is Phil Basher, and I love life!
If you're ever feeling down or starting to wonder what this journey is all about, read my stories.
I promise to bring you all the happiness and joy I can pack into my giant puppy body.
I won't let you down because I'm perfect... I'mPerfect... imperfect. Just. Like. You.
Imperfect Phil is Who I Am!
Author: Sue Steinhardt
Hi! My name is Phil Basher, and I love life! If you're ever feeling down or starting to wonder what this journey is all about, read my stories. I promise to bring you all the happiness and joy I can pack into my giant puppy body. I won't let you down because I'm perfect...I'mPerfect...imperfect.
I'll tell you more about this later.
Imperfect. Just. Like. You.
Imperfectphil Is a Friend
Author: Sue Steinhardt
Hi! My name is Phil Basher, and I love life! If you’re ever feeling down or starting to wonder what this journey is all about, read my stories. I promise to bring you all the happiness and joy I can pack into my giant puppy body. I won’t let you down because I’m perfect...I’mPerfect...imperfect. I’ll tell you more about this later. Imperfect. Just. Like. You. In book three which you are holding in your hands, you will learn what it means to be a friend.
My Little Book Of Grief
Author: Tracey Dene Powell
This debut collection details the year-plus grief journey of the author after the loss of a close friend and mentor. As a writer, and a woman who has been to the depths of despair and depression, Tracey managed to somehow crawl back to survive. Because of her experiences, she wants to give her words the power to help others and offer support wherever they are needed.
A Great Big Huggle Wuggle
Author: Kelly J Mann
Ryan loves playtime with his favorite toys and loves snuggle time with Nana! They have a special song, "A Great Big Huggle Wuggle", and now Ryan is sharing it with you. Enjoy cuddling up with this sweet bedtime story that includes a heart-warming lullaby to share with your little one as they drift off to sleep.
Sniky The Bookworm
Author: Valerie Stiener
Sniky the Tiger loves reading, and he’s often seen with a book in hand. Others call him a bookworm, but he’s not sure what that means since he’s not a worm. Sniky sets out to find a book at the library to help teach him what a bookworm is. On his way, he meets a friendly worm who helps him discover he is a bookworm, because anyone can be a bookworm. Read along to see if you are a bookworm too!
Room 1010
Author: Billye Survis
Room 1010 is an uplifting, true story of how one little girl’s faith inspired people from across the world to come together to pray for her and for a miracle.
Henry's Home Alone
Author: Brenda Dzierlinga
Henry wakes up in his new home, excited to play with the kids and go on new adventures with them. He soon realizes he was left home alone. Confused and scared, Henry is determined to find them and make sure he's not alone again.
Clayton Sparks Leaves His Mark
Author: Abby Gray
This book is inspired by the true story of Clayton Sparks, an incredibly kind and generous person. This heartwarming story encourages compassion, sharing, and the ultimate gift of life. Clayton became an organ donor at the age of 24. This book is written by Abby Gray, the wife of Clayton's liver recipient, to honor the incredible gift they received. Abby's mother, Dee Everett, brings the story to life through her charming illustrations.
A Heart on Valentine's Day
Author: Hailey Steimel
Hailey was born with a congenital heart defect, which led to her needing a lifesaving heart transplant when she was seventeen. She received the gift of life from her angel donor, Briar, on Valentine's Day! Come along with Hailey on her journey to a new heart!
Giggles Sleep and Dreams to Keep
Author: Babs Lish
Children of all ages and backgrounds often attempt to avoid bedtime in order to continue playing. However, going to sleep can be just as fun with simple and mindful practices to help promote calmness, gratitude, and parent-child discussions.
Henry's Forever Home
Author: Brenda Dzierlinga
Natalie and her family go on a special trip to find the perfect addition to their family and a help a new furry friend, Henry, find his forever home.
Sugar Plexus
Author: Sarah Drewing
Reading aloud to children at an early age is a valuable method of encouraging exploration and imagination, balance and wellness, and expressing love. In this adorable book you will explore the colors and locations of the energy centers.
