Books published by publisher Great Life Press

This fully researched, color illustrated history traces the cultural development of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, from the arrival of its first settlers. The Music Hall was built in 1878 and expanded by “ale tycoon” Frank Jones in 1901. Within these brick walls generations have watched America evolve from minstrel shows to musicals and Hollywood blockbusters, from animal acts to symphony orchestras, and from vaudeville to TEDx talks. Shuttered and decaying during World War II, New Hampshire’s vintage venue went on the auction block in 1945. It served as a movie house for the next four decades. Saved from demolition by a grassroots team of volunteers in the 1980s and gradually restored to its Victorian splendor, it has been pivotal in revitalizing the city’s downtown. Signature programs like the “Telluride by the Sea Film Festival” and “Writers on a New England Stage” put this historic theater on the national map. A must-read for anyone who cherishes the performing arts.

He transformed the game of football, gained a legion of followers, and inspired a generation. Knute Rockne's rise from immigrant child to Notre Dame coaching legend to revered national figure speaks to the endless possibilities of the human spirit. Rockne's visionary genius and engaging personality made Notre Dame football a household name from coast to coast. He helped create a new game, wide open and more appealing to fans, then taught it to coaches everywhere. Upon his shocking death in 1931, the outpouring of sentiment was unprecedented.WINNER - BRONZE MEDAL 2014 INDEPENDENT PUBLISHER BOOK AWARDS (THE IPPY'S) SPORTS/RECREATION/FITNESS

Coach For A Nation transports the reader to an extraordinary time of energy, excitement, passion, and possibilities in early 20th Century America. Into this burgeoning drama stepped an immigrant lad destined to make his mark on the nation like few before him, or since. Rockne blossoms at Notre Dame and skyrockets to national fame because of his excellence as player and later coach of the Fighting Irish. His visionary genius made Notre Dame football a household name, yet his story transcends athletics; it embodies the hope and promise of a new era dawning in the US. Growing from a stammering speaker to an oratorical giant, he inspired millions through his message of dedication, teamwork, and fair play. Rockne's legacy, in life and in death, still impacts the game of college football and an American audience of the 21st Century. Now his life story is told as never before.

Coach For A Nation transports the reader to an extraordinary time of energy, excitement, passion, and possibilities in early 20th Century America. Into this burgeoning drama stepped an immigrant lad destined to make his mark on the nation like few before him, or since. Rockne blossoms at Notre Dame and skyrockets to national fame because of his excellence as player and later coach of the Fighting Irish. His visionary genius made Notre Dame football a household name, yet his story transcends athletics; it embodies the hope and promise of a new era dawning in the US. Growing from a stammering speaker to an oratorical giant, he inspired millions through his message of dedication, teamwork, and fair play. Rockne's legacy, in life and in death, still impacts the game of college football and an American audience of the 21st Century. Now his life story is told as never before. Coach For A Nation is the Bronze Medal, Sports/Recreation/Fitness winner 2014 Independent Publisher Book Awards.

This beautifully illustrated book is a poetic retelling of the nativity story in a style reminiscent of Clement Moore's "Twas the Night Before Christmas". It captures the drama surrounding the birth of Christ, his coming of age, the miracles and alludes to the crucifixion in a tasteful way. The Night of Christmas is a multifaceted approach to the sharing of the gospel. The book itself is directed towards children with the expressed intention of being read aloud by an adult to a child. This method, combined with magnificent original water-color artwork by renown illustrator Mike Harris, serves to help bring the story of the nativity to life.The story goes beyond that night in Bethlehem to allude to glimpses of the life and purpose of Christ through references to stories, parables and miracles that were the fabric of his life. Our story alludes to Christ's death and resurrection in a simplistic, yet sensitive manner, suitable for young people. The Night of Christmas concludes with the familiar image of a beautiful Christmas tree and children in anticipation of presents.The The Night of Christmas includes the King James version of the nativity story, the Gospel of St. Luke 2:1-20. This passage is the old and familiar one that younger ears no longer hear. There is a preface included in this revised version for Kindle(TM).This book is intended to be read aloud to children of all ages and it includes the King James Version of the famous nativity passages of the Gospel of St. Luke. To keep listeners of all ages engaged in this timeless story, there is also a teaching supplement, which includes some pronunciations, giving the reader/listener plenty of background for enhanced understanding of each passage.The authors are former Sunday school teachers at a Disciples of Christ Church. The poem was originally written and printed in scroll form as a gift to 7th grade students.About the illustrator: Mike Harris is a British-born artist and cartoonist, now living in Franklin, Tennessee. His illustrations have appeared in hundreds of magazines and newspapers. He illustrated all the books in the “America’s Dumbest Criminals” series. All of them became bestsellers, some reaching the top 5 in the N.Y. Times Bestseller lists. Harris illustrated and co-wrote “Dates From Hell (And A Few Moments Made In Heaven)”, a collection of true funny stories about dating. He creates storyboards for movies, TV commercials and music videos and taught storyboarding for filmmakers at the Watkins Film School in Nashville, Tennessee. Harris has had two one-man shows of his acrylic paintings, and creates the editorial cartoons for a newspaper.The book was reviewed and endorsed by clergy of many Christian denominations, including Baptist, Methodist, Catholic, and several clergy members of The Disciples of Christ.It has been performed as a youth play and read aloud during the Christmas season both in churches and in homes.We hope its reading aloud becomes a tradition in your family.

This book is written and illustrated to be read aloud by people wanting to convey the true meaning of Christmas to children. The beautiful watercolor images (done by known illustrator Mike Harris) bring life to the words and story of the Nativity. The book goes beyond the birth to encapsulate the life and resurrection of Christ. The book includes a two page glossary and the King James Version of the Gospel of ST.Luke 2:1-20. The website offers further information for those wishing either to use the book as an instructional tool or simply to enhance their enjoyment. The site includes references to the names mentioned in the poem and Biblical references to the images portrayed.