Have you wondered about your purpose in life? Island Boy chronicles seven years of a remote life. His existence was neither planned nor wanted. His life journey is ravaged by severe epileptic seizures, isolation, and depression. His only comfort is his grandmother, Cootie, who wrapped him in love. She taught him to pray and trust in a God who would one day provide salvation through Jesus Christ. Island Boy would learn that like him, Jesus also faced rejection, and would be his Savior and Friend. The doubtful uncertainty of his future could transform into an incredible reality. Travel down the river with its twists and turns to see what God wrought in the life of a young man whom He had not forgotten. Book Review 1: "This amazing man, John Woods, is a prime example of an overcomer! God had a plan for John's life and has used him to be a blessing to others. John served our Church as Interim Pastor, Religious Education Director, Bible Teacher, and Youth Leader. He and his wife Janet are a blessing to all who know them. John has an inspiring story. My wife, Ann, and I are looking forward to reading Island Boy." -- Pastor Ken Pennell Former Missionary to Ecuador Retired Pastor of Fort Pierce Alliance Church Book Review 2: "What a special honor to write an endorsement for my husband. I have witnessed the unfolding of this memoir. The life this dear man has lived is now on paper for all to read. Recording the actual events of his extraordinary life is only the beginning. Throughout countless hours of John's writing, I saw him stop, pray, and make certain he explained the spiritual significance of what he had gone through. Living a purposeful life means learning from past experiences. John has utilized these lessons to equip himself with compassion and understanding for others. I, and so many others, are recipients of John's goodness and kindness. As you read Island Boy, you will get a glimpse of this servant of God I am privileged to walk beside." -- Janet Woods, BA Education Teacher, Author of Deskmate to Helpmeet Book Review 3: "My name is Gail Leonard. I am the Headmaster of Heritage Christian Academy in East Tennessee. I have known John Woods for many, many years, both on a professional and a personal level. When I think of John Woods, three words come to mind – honesty, integrity, and long suffering. John is a true example of a modern-day Job of the Old Testament. John, like Job, is a true man of God in every sense of the word. He has suffered countless hardships, persevered, and overcome great obstacles. Where many would have given up in such circumstances, John waited with unwavering faith and patience for God to move. John’s relationship with God is a living testament to the miracles that still happen today to those who wait upon the Lord." -- Gail Leonard, Headmaster Heritage Christian Academy New Tazewell, Tennessee Book Review 4: "John Woods’ life and testimony is a mosaic of God’s amazing grace. His story is a fascinating read of how God worked to bring those pieces together, give new life by faith in Christ, and raise up a faithful servant of Christ and his church. I can’t wait to see the whole book. John’s life continues to be lived as a witness of the gospel’s power today. It is a tremendous honor to serve as his pastor, and you’ll be tremendously blessed by his testimony. Come and hear as he tells you what God has done for his soul (Ps. 66:16)." -- Wayne Meadows, DMin Poplar Springs Baptist Church Hiram, Georgia

A medical thriller in the tradition of Michael Crichton, Robin Cook, and Michael Palmer, this work tells the story of Jack Cann, a world-renown virologist, tired of navigating the arcane politics of a highbrow Ivy League school, who returns to his Midwestern Kansas roots to lead the quiet life of a university professor. His plan is interrupted when an African village in the Olduvai region of Africa is consumed by death in a few hours; this isolated incident in a remote region devolves into worldwide chaos as death sweeps across Africa. Jack and his Asian-American wife, anthropologist Marla Qui, lead a team from the CDC trying to identify the malady and find a cure before it decimates the Western Hemisphere. What they discover is more terrifying than any known virus. They now must race against the clock to save their own lives, as well as others'.

Introduces the evolution of communication from ancient times, describing the development of writing, the alphabet, paper, writing instruments, and scrolls in the ancient civilizations of Egypt, China, Greece, Rome, India, and the Middle East.

Examines ancient methods of communication in the Middle East, India, China, Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Mesoamerica.

Learn how humans used different tools throughout history to transport themselves and their belongings from place to place.

A winter snowfall can be beautiful. But if conditions call for dense snow, freezing temperatures, and bone-chilling wind, you are in for a dangerous blizzard. These blinding, swirling storms can shut down roads and damage buildings. Violent winds can thrash vehicles driving on icy roads. Snowdrifts can pile up to block streets or even cover houses. Blizzards can knock out power and threaten the lives of people stranded inside for days—or worse, those caught outside in the storm. With dramatic images and first-hand survivor stories—plus the latest facts and figures—this book shows you blizzard disasters up close.

Air disasters don’t happen often, but when they do, they take a terrible toll. Airplane crashes usually lead to death and destruction. But quick thinking on the part of pilots, passengers, airport workers, and rescuers can help more people survive air disasters. With dramatic images and firsthand survivor stories—plus the latest facts and figures—this book shows you some of the world’s worst air disasters up close.

Describes the technology used by ancient societies to create such monumental structures as temples, pyramids, walls, arches, and bridges, including the ancient civilizations of China, Greece, Rome, India, and the Middle East.