Books published by publisher Wasteland Press

The authors, Herbert Henderson and Dr. Vincent Wiggins believe in the importance of family and inclusiveness. The idea for this book was created out of the joy and time they have spent with their family on many occasions. Celebrate Aunt and Uncle Day on July 26th and Guncle’s Day the second Sunday in August.Dr. Wiggins has a background in curriculum design and has presented on pedagogy, andragogy, and instructional technology. As an educator, Dr. Wiggins focuses on ways to support students in achieving academic success in a holistic environment utilizing instructional technology. He is a certified Master Online Teacher (MOT) and Certified Online Learning Administrator (COLA). Dr. Wiggins has a Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts in Adult Education, Master of Science in Telecommunications, and a Doctorate in Education.Herbert Henderson has a background in print journalism, television production, photography, videography, web design, and new media. He has been a reporter and feature writer for a daily newspaper and produced a college coaches television show with a team of students and advisors. He actively volunteers in his community and participates in corporate fundraising events. His education includes a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism/English and a Master of Arts in New Media Studies. Find out more information about both authors at SmallBytesInc.com.The illustrator, Dr. Sharon Gaston believes that learning through the arts is a fun and interactive way for children of all ages to understand and remember new concepts that are presented to them. Dr. Gaston has been an educator for over thirty years and has been writing and illustrating her own stories since age 6. Her latest book project is about America’s first African American four-star general and Tuskegee Airman, General Daniel “Chappie” James Jr.Dr. Gaston earned a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, a master’s degree in Reading Education and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Supervision. She is a professional storyteller and reading specialist. You can find Dr. Gaston on Twitter @Drshaga1 and more about her books on Facebook at Thou Shalt Never Quit, The Story of General Daniel Chappie James Jr.

The seminal text on neorealist analysis! From Theory of International Politics: National politics is the realm of authority, of administration, and of law. International politics is the realm of power, of struggle, and of accommodation. . . . States, like people, are insecure in proportion to the extent of their freedom. If freedom is wanted, insecurity must be accepted. Organizations that establish relations of authority and control may increase security as they decrease freedom. If might does not make right, whether among people or states, then some institution or agency has intervened to lift them out of nature s realm. The more influential the agency, the stronger the desire to control it becomes. In contrast, units in an anarchic order act for their own sakes and not for the sake of preserving an organization and furthering their fortunes within it. Force is used for one s own interest. In the absence of organization, people or states are free to leave one another alone. Even when they do not do so, they are better able, in the absence of the politics of the organization, to concentrate on the politics of the problem and to aim for a minimum agreement that will permit their separate existence rather than a maximum agreement for the sake of maintaining unity. If might decides, then bloody struggles over right can more easily be avoided. TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1. Laws and Theories 2. Reductionist Theories 3. Systemic Approaches and Theories 4. Reductionist and Systemic Theories 5. Political Structures 6. Anarchic Orders and Balances of Power 7. Structural Causes and Economic Effects 8. Structural Causes and Military Effects 9. The Management of International Affairs

Oliver and Edward Nordmark are young boys in 1906 when they are plucked from their New York orphanage and placed on one of America's Orphan Trains to Kansas. After being sent to different farms, the brothers lose track of one another. In 1913, fifteen-year-old Oliver decides to hop a freight train and strike out on his own in hopes of finding his lost brother. Folllow Oliver's true story of adventure and discovery as he learns to live by his wits and survive on his own - a child alone in a man's world. Where will he go? How will he earn a living? Will he be able to find Edward? All your lingering questions will be answered in this, the companion story to the author's first book, FLY LITTLE BIRD, FLY!

I Am is a book of poetic statements that children can begin confessing now. As they mature, they will build the confidence needed to face life's challenges. Children are a blessing from the Lord. As Psalms 139:14 says, they are fearfully and wonderfully made. Unfortunately, they are not always reminded of this truth. Instead, they are often surrounded by negative images, words and actions. With the help of this book, if a child hears, "you are ugly," quickly, they can refute those negative words by thinking, or even saying out loud, the confessions: "I am cute," or "I am unique." Whether negative or positive, children will eventually believe what they hear and say most often. Let's start building up the positive in our children, leaving no room for the negative. "I Am: A-Z Poetic Confessions for Kids," is a giant step in that direction. They can say the positive confessions in this book over and over again. It is written for children to help build confidence, self-esteem, and excitement about life, enabling them to grow to their fullest potential.

As the stock market crashes in October of 1929, Oliver fears for his job at the silk mill. When his nightmare comes true and the mill shuts down, Oliver is hesitant to allow his wife, Estella, to take a job at the local coffee shop. When he finally gives in, with tragic results, Oliver and his children struggle to survive as the Great Depression takes its grip on the country.PEANUT BUTTER FOR CUPCAKES is the true story of the Nordmark children. Their father Oliver is the subject of the author's first books, FLY LITTLE BIRD, FLY! and BEYOND THE ORPHAN TRAIN. Find out what lies ahead for May, Bud, Oliver Jr, Margaret, Jim and Benny as they learn their life lessons from a father who never had a parent of his own. Life with Oilver is full of fun and adventure one moment, but marked by poverty and abandonment the next. A story that will leave you with a deeper understanding of what life was like during the 1930's and how "boys will be boys" even in the hardest of times!WINNER of the 2009 National Literary Foundation's Christopher Robin Award for Children's Literature.

Zaina loves school. She works very hard and always tries her best. But when her teacher Ms. Connor assigns a math test, her love for school is put on pause. Math happens to be her least favorite subject. She thinks it is too difficult. Zaina does everything to prepare, and studies long and hard. She is determined to be the best. However, when the day of the test arrives, her mind goes blank. Zaina no longer thinks she can be the best. She feels sad and frustrated until Ms. Connor teaches her an unforgettable lesson. Everyone is Smart introduces young readers to Howard Gardner's eight areas of multiple intelligences. Through this story, children will learn that there are many ways to be smart.