Books with author Michael Collins

The last of a manufacturing dynasty in a dying industrial town, Bill lives alone in the family mansion and works for the Truth, the moribund local paper. He yearns to write long philosophical pieces about the American dream gone sour, not the flaccid write-ups of bake-off contests demanded by the Truth. Then, old man Lawton goes missing, and suspicion fixes on his son, Ronny. Paradoxically, the specter of violent death breathes new life into the town. For Bill, a deeper and more disturbing involvement with the Lawtons ensues. The Lawton murder and the obsessions it awakes in the town come to symbolize the mood of a nation on the edge. Compulsively readable, The Keepers of Truth startles both with its insights and with Collins's powerful, incisive writing.

Updated 2nd Edition.Isolation in the cold of winter. That’s all Mark Jensen has as he fights to survive. Living in the small Mormon community of Grason, Idaho, Mark and his best friend Trevor have no one but themselves. Both are shunned from their families for simply trying to live open and honestly as homosexual. Cold and queer, the boys make do with what little they can, counting on no one but themselves in the stark Idaho countryside. Mark’s struggles increase when he becomes afraid of confiding in his last friend. The growing realization that he is bisexual confuses and conflicts him. It leaves him feeling more alone than ever. Friendships are redefined and stretched to the limit as the two young men scratch by and they ask themselves; can they survive each other?

Worlds of dark and ghoulish delight. Are you ready to read Some Scary Stories? Take a ride in someone’s head as they try to survive the rigors of a demonic exorcism. Step back in time as a young puritan lad is tempted by the children of the forest. Find out what’s it’s like to be haunted by a spirit that both loves and hates you. Go on an innocent date that ends up opening the gates of Hell here on Earth. These and many more eerie tales await.Dim the lights. Settle in. It’s time for Some Scary Stories.

The last of a manufacturing dynasty in a dying industrial town, Bill lives alone in the family mansion and works for the Truth, the moribund local paper. He yearns to write long philosophical pieces about the American dream gone sour, not the flaccid write-ups of bake-off contests demanded by the Truth. Then, old man Lawton goes missing, and suspicion fixes on his son, Ronny. Paradoxically, the specter of violent death breathes new life into the town. For Bill, a deeper and more disturbing involvement with the Lawtons ensues. The Lawton murder and the obsessions it awakes in the town come to symbolize the mood of a nation on the edge. Compulsively readable, The Keepers of Truth startles both with its insights and with Collins's powerful, incisive writing.

Led by former Navy SEAL Victor Seymour, an elite team of mercenaries are sent by the CIA to rescue hostages, and secure data from an under siege top-secret island facility. But upon arrival, they discover ravaged military equipment, a mass grave, and a platoon of hostile forces already in retreat. As the team investigates, they uncover the secret that the island has contained for centuries.For the first time, modern man will come face-to-face with a being from beyond the stars. A member of a deadly intergalactic invasive species, the beast is ravenous, cunning, lacking emotion or empathy. With his team dwindling, Seymour must fight to keep the beast from leaving the island, and to save humanity from the terrifying extraterrestrial known as The Pilot.

Kittens fill our lives with love, affection and fun. These forty images of kittens are a great way to interact with your child or someone that needs a little extra help connecting to or remembering their world.This picture book contains no words, just cute kittens on every page.Young children love kittens and can spend hours, adding their own meow sounds, turning through these pages. Kittens tend to have a calming effect for those that suffer from Dementia and Alzheimer's disease. And this book can help them maintain a sense of wonder and enjoyment for the beautiful things in this world.Share time and pleasure with a loved one by flipping through the high quality, color images of the cutest kittens. This book is also great for everyone else that loves kittens.Doctors and dentists may find this a perfect addition to their waiting rooms.Discreet Packaging:There is no mention of Autism, Dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, or any other challenges the reader may have. This book is a perfect gift to be given to your loved one without worrying that they feel embarrassed or offended.Tips for parents and caregivers: Sit next to your loved-one in a well-lit, quiet area. Consider using a pillow on your loved-one's lap to support their hands and the book. If possible, allow your loved-one to hold the book and turn the pages. This gives them the sense of control and allows them to set the pace for engagement and reminiscence. Ask questions about the images. See if they think the animal is cute or what they like about a particular image. If possible, leave the book where your loved-one can find it and read it on their own. Viewing this book in a group setting can bring individuals together and can be used as an entertaining activity to help combat boredom or depression.

Jeremy and Reggie Mayer watched their mother die at the ethereal hands of three terrifying phantoms. Now they live their lives as best they can, outrunning the memory, and hope to put enough distance between them and their tormentors. Unfortunately, their tormentors won’t be kept away so easily. They have plans for the brothers and their friends. As the attacks escalates, no one is safe. In their efforts to rid themselves of the spreading evil, Jeremy and Reggie will find themselves in places that blur the lines of reality, as well as life and death.