Books published by publisher Hidden Shelf Publishing House

A young girl’s life is shattered when she is stolen from her African village in a midnight raid. Ruthlessly torn from her family to be beaten, chained, degraded, and enslaved in a heartless world she can barely comprehend. The slave ledger at Virginia’s Belle Grove Plantation only reveals that Judah was purchased to be the cook, gave birth to 12 children, and died in April 1836. But, like the other 276 faceless names entered in that ledger, Judah lived. Brian C. Johnson’s important work of historical fiction goes beyond what is recorded to portray the depth, humanity, and vulnerability of a beautiful soul all but erased by history. For Judah, as Johnson notes, “did the ultimate—she survived. Not as a weakling, but resilient and determined.”

Late one Christmas Eve, a man's mind is racing with childhood memories. Restless, he decides to check the Christmas Tree one more time before his wife and two children awaken in the morning. But as he quietly walks down the hall, he hears a faint sound . . . of singing. There are people in his living room . . . his mother and father, grandparents, aunts and uncles . . . the same as they were when he was a young boy. This is impossible, he tells himself, but they are so real and so happy to be with him. And then the room has two new visitors - his own children. "Daddy, who are these people?" the little boy and girl wonder.A story of eternal bonds . . . with a wondrous twist.

A young girl's life is shattered when she is stolen from her African village in a midnight raid. Ruthlessly torn from her family to be beaten, chained, degraded, and enslaved in a heartless world she can barely comprehend. The slave ledger at Virginia's Belle Grove Plantation only reveals that Judah was purchased to be the cook, gave birth to 12 children, and died in April 1836. But, like the other 276 faceless names entered in that ledger, Judah lived. Brian C. Johnson's important work of historical fiction goes beyond what is recorded to portray the depth, humanity, and vulnerability of a beautiful soul all but erased by history. For Judah, as Johnson notes, "did the ultimate--she survived. Not as a weakling, but resilient and determined."

A young girl’s life is shattered when she is stolen from her African village in a midnight raid. Ruthlessly torn from her family to be beaten, chained, degraded, and enslaved in a heartless world she can barely comprehend. The slave ledger at Virginia’s Belle Grove Plantation only reveals that Judah was purchased to be the cook, gave birth to 12 children, and died in April 1836. But, like the other 276 faceless names entered in that ledger, Judah lived. Brian C. Johnson’s important work of historical fiction goes beyond what is recorded to portray the depth, humanity, and vulnerability of a beautiful soul all but erased by history. For Judah, as Johnson notes, “did the ultimate—she survived. Not as a weakling, but resilient and determined.”

While exploring the Magpie Mine, best friends' Cal and James accidentally overhear a couple of local hooligans burying a mysterious chest. Naturally, the boys investigate . . . but taking from thieves can lead to disastrous consequences, including the kidnapping of Pepper--James' younger sister--and a rescue attempt that explodes (literally) in their faces. The thrilling and dangerous adventure is just beginning. It's Now or Never as Cal, James, and Pepper try to escape a despicable family of goons and knuckleheads who will stop at nothing to reclaim their treasure.

When Cal and James discover something terrible in the woods, their youthful curiosity unexpectedly leads them on a path that threatens their very survival...a fast-paced adventure requiring physical prowess, mental toughness, and unwavering trust. Best friends caught in the most perilous situation of their lives. It's Do or Die Time! Written by filmaker Cameron Venture and storyteller Dennis Mansfiled, Do or Die Time is perfect for those who love action and adventure. Readers of all ages will find engaging characters and thrilling narrative in this exciting new page-turner. Do or Die Time: A Calvin Poag Adventure, Vol. 1 is the first of a new series coming from Hidden Shelf Publishing House.

Wildflower Girl is the autobiographical story of Dana Quinney, a girl who grew up in Ketchum, Idaho during the 1950s and became a field biologist.Born to love the richness and magic of the wilds, Dana rode horses and learned to fly fish from her father, a legendary guide. She learned the names of flowers and trees, and the habits of animals that lived nearby . . . she knew what forces built the landscape she saw from her bedroom window, and grew up to find adventure in the wild places of the world.A beautiful and fascinating story."A refreshing and delightful read. Dana expresses her early life experiences with nature so clearly and vividly . . it reminded me not to be so overwhelmed with present day issues and to appreciate the past events in my life. Thanks, Dana." - Peter Walker, District Forest Ranger of the U.S. Forest Service (Ret)

Late one Christmas Eve, a man's mind is racing with childhood memories. Restless, he decides to check the Christmas Tree one more time before his wife and two children awaken in the morning. But as he quietly walks down the hall, he hears a faint sound . . . of singing. There are people in his living room . . . his mother and father, grandparents, aunts and uncles . . . the same as they were when he was a young boy. This is impossible, he tells himself, but they are so real and so happy to be with him. And then the room has two new visitors - his own children. "Daddy, who are these people?" the little boy and girl wonder.A story of eternal bonds . . . with a wondrous twist.

Late one Christmas Eve, a man's mind is racing with childhood memories. Restless, he decides to check the Christmas Tree one more time before his wife and two children awaken in the morning. But as he quietly walks down the hall, he hears a faint sound . . . of singing. There are people in his living room . . . his mother and father, grandparents, aunts and uncles . . . the same as they were when he was a young boy. This is impossible, he tells himself, but they are so real and so happy to be with him. And then the room has two new visitors - his own children. "Daddy, who are these people?" the little boy and girl wonder.A story of eternal bonds . . . with a wondrous twist.

Wildflower Girl is the autobiographical story of Dana Quinney, a girl who grew up in Ketchum, Idaho during the 1950s and became a field biologist.Born to love the richness and magic of the wilds, Dana rode horses and learned to fly fish from her father, a legendary guide. She learned the names of flowers and trees, and the habits of animals that lived nearby . . . she knew what forces built the landscape she saw from her bedroom window, and grew up to find adventure in the wild places of the world.A beautiful and fascinating story."A refreshing and delightful read. Dana expresses her early life experiences with nature so clearly and vividly . . it reminded me not to be so overwhelmed with present day issues and to appreciate the past events in my life. Thanks, Dana." - Peter Walker, District Forest Ranger of the U.S. Forest Service (Ret)