You might remember Gary from his other book Why Birds Fall that I published last year. If you enjoyed that thriller/mystery about corruption in the aviation industry, you're sure to enjoy this one as well. It's a story about a delightful character, a retired reverend, who visits New Orleans and gets swept up in a murder mystery. The book is populated with a cast of colourful characters and the setting of New Orleans gives the book an exotic flavour. A highly recommended read. Cover image by Rose of K. Rose Kreative Description When Reverend Richard Fountain comes across a homeless person breathing his last after a vicious attack, his visit to New Orleans takes a disturbing turn. Realising the dying man may not be what he seems, Fountain makes enquiries of various colourful New Orleans’ characters. Though warned to leave the investigations to the police, the Reverend sets about uncovering the truth himself. But nothing is as it appears in New Orleans. Even dead men can hide … [Read more...]
Out Now: ‘Identical Misfortune’, a Unique Thriller by Richard Zappa
AIA Publishing is delighted to announce the publication of Identical Misfortune by Richard Zappa. This is another of our top quality titles of 2020, highly recommended reading for anyone who likes something hard to put down. Separated at Birth; Reunited in Murder Separated at birth, thirty-three-year-old identical twins Ann Livingston and Veronica Westbrook couldn’t be more different: Ann, a loving wife and mother battling depression over the stillborn death of a daughter and infertility from a hysterectomy; Veronica, a heartless sociopath who would commit any crime—and any sin—to make her next big score. When Veronica learns that Ann has married into a wealthy family, she hatches a plan to become Ann. Cool, calm and clever, Veronica manipulates family members and the police into believing she’s Ann, and then stages Ann’s suicide, making off with millions under a new identity as she prepares to realize her high-school-yearbook dream of living abroad as a wealthy … [Read more...]
OUT NOW: Bending the Arc by Don Thompson
Bending the Arc is a stunning book. I was so please when it came across my desk, because not only does it deal with pressing issues of contemporary society but also it has been written in a sensitive literary style. AIA Publishing is proud to announce the publication of this book. DESCRIPTION When Luke Mason learns of his brother’s white supremacist connections, he and his family are horrified. Initially they treat it as a thorny but manageable political difference between relatives – a private matter – but as shocking new information comes to light, Luke is forced to see the situation in broader terms. Tolerance and inaction are no longer options. WHAT READERS ARE SAYING “Massively entertaining yet profoundly thought-provoking, Bending the Arc illuminates the edges where our light meets shadow. Within the captivating tale of two brothers, Luke and Finn, Thompson, a master storyteller, invites us to sit in the fire where our uncomfortableness can mask as … [Read more...]
OUT NOW: Dancing on the Head of a Pin, Trish Griffin
Dancing on the Head of a Pin: Reflections on the Camino is another title in our memoir series. This short book includes colour photos in the paperback version, printed on quality paper, making it a lovely book for your coffee table, and the story is one of grit and determination to give you a lift in the hardest of times. The stunning cover gives a sense of the richness inside! Description Dancing on the Head of a Pin: Reflections on the Camino chronicles a woman's inner and outer journey as she walks the Camino de Santiago trail while managing her Type 1 insulin-dependent diabetes. What Readers are Saying ‘Trish Griffin has delivered an absorbing tale of triumph, a compulsory study for those contemplating a pilgrimage.’ Bruce Langner ‘Dancing on the Head of a Pin is as profound as its title. It’s an invitation and a warning, but above all it’s a courageous testament to the pilgrim spirit. Griffin is funny and knowledgeable. Her book is an unputdownable … [Read more...]
Out Now: Pool of Life by Pete Trewin
POOL OF LIFE: PETE TREWIN Jack ‘Flash’ Gordon’s private investigation business in Liverpool is in trouble with staffing issues and changing technology. So when Sarah Gladwyn from an old Welsh family commissions the ex-copper to investigate a series of threats and attacks from an anonymous assailant, it seems like a lifeline. The stalker is obsessed with the family’s role in oppressing the local slate workers in Victorian times and stealing Welsh water for use in England. It’s a great opportunity for Jack so what could possibly go wrong? How about murders, discovery of skeletons in cupboards, conspiracies, bent coppers, corrupt politicians, violent gangsters and a terrorist threat to Liverpool’s water supply. Flash Gordon? He’ll need to be Jumping Jack Flash to get through this one. Buy Now Paperback: Amazon Book Depository Ebook: Kindle Categories: Mystery, Thrillers Tags: crime, England, Liverpool REVIEW ‘Pool of Life by Pete … [Read more...]
Out Now: Wall of Tears by David Kerr
I'm proud to announce the release of this exceptional book from AIA Publishing, the first of an excellent line up we have for you this year. Wall of Tears by David Kerr is one of those books you really ought not miss, especially if you want to delve into the issues facing Israel and Palestine. Tahlia Newland: Managing Editor, AIA Publishing. DESCRIPTION Abdiel and Maya, both Polish Jews, survive the horrors of the Holocaust and, in 1948, settle into kibbutz life in the emerging State of Israel. Their lives become intertwined with a Palestinian Arab family, bringing both happiness and heartbreak as religions and cultures clash and forbidden passions rage. At the Wailing Wall in the Old City of Jerusalem, Abdiel sheds a single silent tear created by his dark past. His son, Uri, upset by his papa’s pain, questions his distress, only to be met with silence. As the years pass, Abdiel’s inability to speak of his torment has a profound impact on his family. Uri embarks on a … [Read more...]
Coming Soon: Wall of Tears, an ‘Extraordinary Book’ on the Israel – Palestine Conflict.
Wall of Tears by David Kerr When David Kerr submitted the manuscript of Wall of Tears for consideration by AIA Publishing, I realised that he was giving me the opportunity to publish a real winner. The depth of his research on the Palestine - Israel conflict, his personal experience of spending time with people on both sides, and his compassionate and balanced approach to writing this inter-generational story make it a very special book. And if you've read his first book, Out of Latvia, you'll not want to miss this one. David's writing has matured even further, and you'll learn historical facts that may surprise you. Early reviews support my gut feeling on this one. Description Abdiel and Maya, both Polish Jews, survive the horrors of the Holocaust and, in 1948, settle into kibbutz life in the emerging State of Israel. Their lives become intertwined with a Palestinian Arab family, bringing both happiness and heartbreak as religions and cultures clash and forbidden … [Read more...]
Pool of Life: An excellent mystery/thriller Coming Soon
After publishing Pete Trewin's previous book Not Without Risk, I was thrilled when he presented me with another in the same style. Pete has an edgy style that I really love, and he's produced an excellent mystery/thriller. One reviewer called Pool of Life, 'tightly wound, moving in a staccato beat through the seamy underside and scaly upper crust of Liverpool with the stakes rising higher with each explosive encounter. ' This is well worth a read, especially if you happen to know Liverpool! POOL OF LIFE: PETE TREWIN Jack ‘Flash’ Gordon’s private investigation business in Liverpool is in trouble with staffing issues and changing technology. So when Sarah Gladwyn from an old Welsh family commissions the ex-copper to investigate a series of threats and attacks from an anonymous assailant, it seems like a lifeline. The stalker is obsessed with the family’s role in oppressing the local slate workers in Victorian times and stealing Welsh water for use in England. It’s a great … [Read more...]
OUT NOW – WHY BIRDS FALL, GARY L. KREIGH
When Midland Airlines Flight 3182 falls from the sky and kills Callan Morrow’s best friend, Callan wants to know what went wrong. Unsatisfied by the official account, he uses his audit and forensic-accounting skills to investigate further, but instead of closure, he finds collusion by the aircraft’s manufacturer, third-party maintenance and inspection contractors, and the federal government. Callan’s wife, Terese, content with their secure suburban lifestyle, encourages her husband to relinquish his pursuit to hold those companies accountable. Although he relents, a series of events and circumstances bring them both back to the source of the accident, requiring them to question how far one must go to do what is right. Should they risk affecting those they love? Seeking the answer leads the Morrows into the midst of unethical business practices, government bribes, and murder. PAPERBACK: Amazon Book … [Read more...]
Out Now: Fallout: Recovering from Abuse in Tibetan Buddhism
Have you heard of the best selling book The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying by Sogyal Rinpoche? Did you know that this man, famous in the Tibetan Buddhist world, has been abusing students for decades? It’s quite a story.Read AIA Publishing's latest book to find out what happened when a student discovered that her spiritual teacher was seriously abusing his closest students. Become aware of the dark underbelly of some Tibetan Buddhist groups. ‘A compelling account of what can go wrong in religious groups.’ Barbara Scott Emmett, author. DESCRIPTION Fallout is the memoir of one woman’s journey from ignorance of the reports of physical, emotional and sexual abuse by Sogyal Rinpoche, spiritual teacher of the Rigpa Tibetan Buddhist community, to the realisation of the depth of the trauma suffered by survivors, and how certain beliefs and assumptions enables such abuse. It’s also a tribute to the healing power of the What Now? virtual support group, and … [Read more...]
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