Books published by publisher Xulon Press

It was the 1950’s and early 1960’s, the decades of ‘well-structured’ daily living. Women wore dresses, men wore pants, and the breadwinner was Dad. They were the sons and daughters of those who “saved the world.” All their Uncles were combat veterans of WWII. It was in this environment that a family of brothers grew up, an era of patriotism, flag flying, and duty to country. Most boys in Appalachia came from a lower middle-income family. They didn’t have a lot of things, but were well fed and had clothes on their back. In an era of no color TV, no video games, or distractions that kept them in front of a computer screen; or constantly looking at a phone. They developed their own adventures outside. Using their imagination, and what scraps they found to play with, they built forts and tree houses and developed play that stretched their imagination. Hard oak scrap wood from the railroad, rusty nails, and many long hours of pounding nails into oak built a fort protecting the Oregon Trail. Climbing a tree we built a tree house where their “space program” lifted off. Or it could be a submarine leaking water in a battle for survival. They climbed rocks and hiked trails on West Virginia hills taking their trusty dog Cubby with them. These are stories of humor, goodness and boyhood adventures.

Petra The Peacock thinks today is going to be an ordinarily spectacular day. Little does she know; Petra is about to embark on a journey that causes her to doubt everything about herself. Petra struggles to figure out who she is, where she belongs, and what the answers to her questions are truly worth. Amber Dixon lives in Florida with her husband and three children. She majored in English Literature at the University of Central Florida. She enjoys nature and cooking but has a love for children and reading. She decided to put the two passions of her heart together to offer young readers stories that may stay with them on their journey in life.

TRUE LIES is a book that attempts to counter the culture and the lies that the media is sending our young generation today, messages about sex, substance abuse, violence, and suicide. These "lies" as Chalmers calls them are having a major impact on today's young people, as they begin to believe these lies as truth. The effects are evident, with the high rates of suicide, violence, homicide, self-abuse, sexually transmitted diseases, and a general feeling of hopelessness among young people today. Chalmers not only dismantles these lies, but also addresses other important topics that are close to his heart, like bullying, crime prevention, and internet safety. Chalmers passionately addresses these lies on a level and in a way that teens not only understand, but more than that, are moved to want to make changes in their lives. If you are a teenager, this book will open your eyes and make you think. If you are a parent, this book is a must for your son or daughter PHIL CHALMERS has been studying youth culture and speaking to teens for 25 years. He has written several books over those years directed at teens, including the best seller "Can You Handle The Truth?" He has appeared on numerous media outlets, including Montel Williams, Howard Stern The E! Network, and Spike TV. Chalmers recent book "Inside the Mind of a Teen Killer" is getting rave reviews nationwide, changing the way people think about teen violence. Chalmers knows how to speak to teens, and addresses them in school assemblies nationwide, which he has been doing or over 20 years. For more information about Phil Chalmers and his school assembly program, log on to TrueLiesAssembly.com or PhilChalmers.com.

TRUE LIES is a book that attempts to counter the culture and the lies that the media is sending our young generation today, messages about sex, substance abuse, violence, and suicide. These "lies" as Chalmers calls them are having a major impact on today's young people, as they begin to believe these lies as truth. The effects are evident, with the high rates of suicide, violence, homicide, self-abuse, sexually transmitted diseases, and a general feeling of hopelessness among young people today. Chalmers not only dismantles these lies, but also addresses other important topics that are close to his heart, like bullying, crime prevention, and internet safety. Chalmers passionately addresses these lies on a level and in a way that teens not only understand, but more than that, are moved to want to make changes in their lives. If you are a teenager, this book will open your eyes and make you think. If you are a parent, this book is a must for your son or daughter. PHIL CHALMERS has been studying youth culture and speaking to teens for 25 years. He has written several books over those years directed at teens, including the best seller "Can You Handle The Truth?" He has appeared on numerous media outlets, including Montel Williams, Howard Stern The E! Network, and Spike TV. Chalmers recent book "Inside the Mind of a Teen Killer" is getting rave reviews nationwide, changing the way people think about teen violence. Chalmers knows how to speak to teens, and addresses them in school assemblies nationwide, which he has been doing or over 20 years. For more information about Phil Chalmers and his school assembly program, log on to TrueLiesAssembly.com or PhilChalmers.com.

"Dad, you're wrong about Santa Claus! I can't sit on baby Jesus's lap or even see him! I can't send letters to Jesus! Santa Claus is the star of Christmas. He should be in the middle of our front yard!" Sammy is upset. He doesn't understand why his father makes Jesus the center of the Christmas decorations each year when Santa is the main focus everywhere else. Santa is just plain better! He's the one that brings the gifts, has the cool reindeer and makes everyone happy... or is he? Sammy is in for the surprise of his life when he finally meets Santa and learns what Santa really thinks about Christmas. When Santa Claus Prayed is a book that will really stay with you, whether you are young or old. See how we can celebrate both-Jesus in our hearts and Santa in our lives. This is a great book about the warm-hearted, but occasionally tense times that can take place at the end of each year. The memories we have and the ones we create will stay with us always; this book will be a great part of that. With this endearing short story, Gary Henry shows us we can celebrate the season just as much as the reason.

CJ and Sassy are two dogs who learned about the real meaning of Easter. They want to have a party and share this with their friends from the farm. There are three new friends; Mr. Don, a horse, Miss Jeanne, a duck, and Mr. Vern, a steer. They join them at the celebration and learn about the real meaning of Easter.....the Resurrection of Jesus. Donna is a pastor's wife (Paul, Murdale Baptist Church, Carbondale, IL). They have been there for 50 years in 2020. She has two great sons, Brad and Chad. She also has 5 wonderful grandchildren, Logan, Ryan, Carson, Camden, and Ashlynnn. She retired from Herrin, IL as an elementary teacher in 2003. In addition, in 2008 she was diagnosed with Parkinsons. She has always loved Children's books and is fulfilling a dream to be able to write two CJ and Sassy books.

Where is God? is a spiritual book of encouragement, comfort, and hope to all who have experienced difficulties, set-backs, and headaches in their lives and who have wondered, "Where is GOD when I need him?" Written in a children's book format, the book offers spiritual insight into the question that has been asked since the time of Job in the Bible, until the present day, by every person who has encountered painful and seemingly hopeless trials in their life.

Preston loves to play sports and loves to go outside to play with his toys. Whenever he rides on anything that makes him go; like his bike, scooter, and skateboard; he always wears his helmet. Do you wear a helmet? What are you protecting when you wear your helmet? He shows you and talks about how it controls your body and helps you learn new things, like numbers, colors, shapes. Follow along with Preston as he rides on his toys; shows you how to be safe and when to wear a helmet. There are activity pages at the end of the book for you to use.

Pimpology From a Woman’s Perspective talks about my personal experiences of being pimped. My books go into the high and lows of me being a Ride or Die Chick inside my pimp’s stable. My book offers words of wisdom from my mother “Don’t let a man get inside your mind, once he got your mind he got you” One principle rule I did not follow in my situation, which caused me a lot of pain. The book ends with how God brought me out to bring me into my God-given purpose. By encouraging others the importance of having a personal relationship with Jesus and the necessity of it. God does not define us by our past but who we as women or men become in Him. God bless.

"Meow growl." The large creature tumbled out of the empty garbage bin. The two boys, Leo and Sam, hopped back quickly. Leo exclaimed, "It's a cat!" "No," said Sam, "it's a bear!" He was a large animal with green eyes, brown fur, a long tail and two extra claws on his left paw. The cat/bear turned around to the boys and made the "meow growl" sound as if to say "Thanks." He crept slowly toward them saying, "meow growl." Leo and Sam knew not to approach strange animals so they continued to step back away from the large animal. The cat/bear seemed to be friendly and as he meow growled, he came closer, closer... Suddenly their mom called them for lunch and they turned around and went racing toward the house. A blur of brown fur sped past the two boys. Before they could warn their Mom, he disappeared inside the house. "What was that?" Mom exclaimed. The boys, out of breath, said in unison, "It's a cat, it's a bear!" Mom pointed inside and said, "Well, let's go find him!" They searched the house calling, "Here Kitty!" Then, they began calling "Here Kitty, bear." (Which is how he got his name, you see.) When they had tried everything to find the creature, the last place they looked was the bathroom. Yes, the bathroom. They pulled aside the shower curtain and what do you think they found? You are right! The large animal was curled up in the bathtub!