Member Books

NON-FICTION

Tales of Thunder Run. By Lt. Col. Larry Haworth, USA-Ret.
Tales of Thunder Run is filled with light-hearted, uplifting stories from the jungles of Vietnam under combat conditions. These vignettes are memories that will help all vets remember and tell their stories with pride—and maybe even a little humor. Non-veterans will gain a little understanding and insight into what life was like in that place and in those days.
ACW Press, 85334 Lorane Hwy., Eugene, OR 97405. www.acepress.com. ISBN 1-932124-24-1. 190 pp. $12.95 plus postage.

Youth Baseball Hitting Fundamentals: A Coach’s Guide. By Col. Ed Garretson, USA-Ret.
This book was written exclusively for youth baseball coaches and managers. It is a comprehensive guidebook that explains hitting techniques and coaching tips, rules and regulations, and step-by-step instructions for practice sessions.
American Literary Press Inc., 8019 Belair Road, Suite 10, Baltimore, MD 21236. ISBN 1-56167-796-5. 45 pp. $ 14.95 postpaid.

I’m a Noodle, You’re a Noodle, Will You Marry Me. By Helen Lewison.
A collection of poems and short stories written by Lewison starting from when she was in her late teens. Some are humorous, some are sad, some are remarkable in their psychological search for the meaning of life.
Xlibris Corp., 436 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19101. (888) 795-4274. www.xlibris.com. ISBN 1-4134-3994-2. 109 pp. $15.00 postpaid.

Revelation for Regular Readers. By Capt. Bernie L. Calaway, USN-Ret.
Everybody knows Revelation is a weird writing. Grasping its message is not often easy and probably not first choice for a night's fireside reading. Nevertheless, most inquirers recognize the book's insights and prophecies as crucial to our lives. We need a guide to ease us through the complexities and out the other side with understanding and inspiration. Look no further. Revelation for Regular Readers tumbles out page after page of dependable discernment with engaging entertainment. None of us are "dummies" who want weak scholarship to push us through Revelation; most are "average" readers who would simply welcome a little help along the way. Revelation for Regular Readers is logically organized, solidly written, and glazed with humor and common sense. You won't regret plunking down a little change and settling in. Revelation speaks to the new millennium and now, thankfully, we can hear it clearly.
PublishAmerica, P. O. Box 151, Frederick, MD 21705. www.publishamerica.com. ISBN 1-4137-1731-4. 255 pp. $18.95 plus postage.

One Ship, Two Wars: From Okinawa to Korea and Beyond. By Lt. Richard Earl Tunison, USN.
A well documented and researched history of one of the most decorated ships to serve during the Korean War. The USS Greer County (LST-799) began service during the later period of the war in the Pacific. She participated in the Okinawa Invasion and at the point the United States engaged the North Koreans in mid-1950, after the invasion of South Korea, the ship was brought back into service and became involved in the Inchon Invasion and the long-lived Siege of Wonsan.
Great Circle Books, P. O. Box 7703, Edmond, OK 73083-7703. (405) 302-0007. ISBN 0-9707015-2-7. 545 pp. $28.50 postpaid.

Big Apple Almanac 2. By Lt. Col. Patrick M. Reynolds, USAR.
A fully illustrated collection of episodes about odd, humorous, and surprising things in New York’s bygone days including: General Washington and the Revolutionary War Battles in Manhattan such as Kip’s Bay and Harlem Heights, the gaffes at the first presidential inauguration, Colonel Waring’s Parade of the Pooper-Scoopers, the deadly blizzard of 1888, the story of Lewis Tiffany and Currier and Ives, the only woman Medal of Honor winner, how motion pictures were invented, and much more.
The Red Rose Studio, Willow Street, PA 17584. ISBN 0-932514-24-3. 109 pp. $17.95 postpaid.

Heavy Metal: A Tank Company’s Battle to Baghdad. By Capt. Jason Conroy, USA, with Ron Martz.
Through the exciting personal stories of the young troopers of Charlie Company – who experienced a very different war from what was seen back home on TV – Heavy Metal tells us much more about the qualities of today’s American soldier, about 21ST century desert and urban warfare, and about how the Army should prepare to fight future wars.
Potomac Books Inc., 22841 Quicksilver Drive, Dulles, VA 20166-2012. (703) 661-1548. www.potomacbooksinc.com. ISBN 1-57488-856-0. 288 pp. $26.95 plus postage.

Soldiering: Observations from Korea, Vietnam, and Safe Places. By Col. Henry G. Gole, USA-Ret.
From 1952 through 1988, covering the ordinary rifleman’s view in Korea to the Green Beret’s war in Vietnam, Gole provides fascinating insight into the professional military at war and how these professionals relate to each other, both under great stress and during periods of decompression. Containing a wealth of leadership lessons that will serve as an invaluable guide for junior NCOs and officers alike, this thoughtful and introspective warrior has also written a moving tribute to the brave soldiers with whom he served.
Potomac Books Inc., 22841 Quicksilver Drive, Dulles, VA 20166-2012. (703) 661-1548. www.potomacbooksinc.com. ISBN 1-57488-852-8. 288 pp. $27.50 plus postage.

FICTION

The Empress Conspiracy. By Col. Fletcher Ware, USA-Ret.
This historical fiction is set in the early 1890s Austria-Hungary Empire in the 45th year of Emperor Franz Josef’s reign. A murder at the last ball of Imperial Vienna’s 1893 pre-Lent Carnival season rocks the empire There is some indication that Empress Elisabeth, Sissi is involved. Conspiracy wags begin the whispering and gossiping.
Penman Publishing Inc., 4159 Ringgold Road, Suite 104, Chattanooga, TN 37412. (800) 204-1474. www.penmanpublishing.com. ISBN 1-932496-17-3. 254 pp. $14.95 plus postage.

When Dad’s at Sea. By Mindy L. Pelton.
Emily’s dad is in the military and sometimes he has to leave for months at a time. Emily knows her dad’s job is important, but she doesn’t want him to leave! Her dad tells her how he copes with his sadness, and he even makes her a paper chain to count down the days of his trip. For age level 6-9; full color illustrations.
Albert Whitman & Company, 6340 Oakton Street. Morton Grove, IL 60053-2723. (800) 255-7675. www.awhitmanco.com. ISBN 0-8075-6339-0. 32 pp. $15.95 plus postage.

When Duty Calls. By Angela Sportelli-Rehak.
The first book in Rehak’s Uncle Sam’s Kids Series helps children understand what our military sacrifices while instilling a sense of patriotism and love of country. The children make care packages, tour a gigantic aircraft carrier, and bravely countdown the days that Daddy is away. Fully illustrated.
Abidenme Books Publishing, P.O. Box 144, Island Heights, NJ 08732-0144. www.unclesamskids.com. ISBN 0-9714515-1-6. 37 pp. $15.95 plus postage.

Moving Again Mom. By Angela Sportelli-Rehak.
The second in Rehak’s Uncle Sam’s Kids Series is designed to help children understand and develop an appreciation for cultural diversity and foster a positive outlook toward the adventures of relocation. Fully illustrated.
Abidenme Books Publishing, P.O. Box 144, Island Heights, NJ 08732-0144. www.unclesamskids.com. ISBN 0-9714515-2-4. 37 pp. $16.95 plus postage.