AIA Publishing is pleased to announce the publication of A Thread So Fine by Susan Welch. This is an excellent book for those who enjoy historical fiction from the mid twentieth century, and for readers of women's fiction.It's available in ebook and paperback. No love is as safe as that of an inseparable sister; no hurt as deep as when she leaves without a trace. St. Paul, MN, 1946: As little girls, the Malone sisters relied on each other for companionship and affection as their mother remained distant, beating back the demons of her own mysterious childhood. Now young women, the closely-knit sisters endure separate tragedies that threaten to tear them apart. Diagnosed with tuberculosis, Shannon undergoes a life-saving hysterectomy while Eliza suffers a shameful, unexplained pregnancy. Eliza delivers and relinquishes a baby girl, and quickly leaves home—perhaps forever—taking her secrets with her. Broken-hearted, Shannon vows to hold onto the invisible thread of … [Read more...]
New Release: The Awakening of Russell Henderson – contemporary literary fiction
When Chicago investment-banker Russell Henderson—newly divorced and suffering from depression—makes a spur-of-the-moment decision to go on a camping trip to explore the Western United States, he steps outside his usual safe mode of operation and opens up a wealth of new, and scary, possibilities. Somewhere in Iowa, he picks up a woman hitchhiker, who challenges everything in which he believes. This sets off a chain of events that involve an American Indian sweat lodge, a Tibetan Buddhist Rinpoche, and a road trip through stunning countryside. His relationship with the woman becomes more complex, and deep self-reflection eventually leads him to step outside the confines of his upbringing and discover who he truly is. Part road trip, part romance, and fully visionary, this is a delightful story that both inspires and entertains. Paperback Amazon Book Depository Ebook Kindle What Readers are saying: "The protagonist, Russell, enters the story as a … [Read more...]
Coming soon: Becoming Human – a thriller
When Kenneth L. Decroo came to me with Almost Human, he told me he had 2 more books in the series to come. I was so impressed with Almost Human that I agreed to publish the whole series, but saying something like that is always a risk - the next book could have been terrible! I figured, however, that I could work with him to make sure that we came up with something that would meet AIAP's standards, but when he presented me with the second book, Becoming Human, I realised that I needn't have worried because this book is even better than the first. Kenneth has grown as a story teller and as a writer, and I hope I'll be able to publish many more books for him in the coming years. But what about Becoming Human? What can I say? It's a great story, an excellent sequel that leaves you wondering where the series will go next. The themes delved into in book one are developed further and it all moves at a pace that is not too breathless, but never lags. I highly recommend this series, … [Read more...]
Coming Soon: The Awakening of Russell Henderson – Contemporary Visionary fiction
When the author Ed Lehner submitted this book to AIA Publishing for consideration, I was delighted and snapped it up immediately. It's a wonderful story and beautifully executed. Lehner manages to make a character that some might consider a bigoted red-neck into an innocent. Russell is the way he is simply because he's never examined the beliefs his parents instilled in him. The road trip he undertakes in a rare moment of spontaneity is more than a journey to see some of the beautfil American countryside, it is a journey into himself that has profound ramifications for himself, the woman he meets on the way and his whole family. This is an uplifting story, skilfully told so that you never want to lay the book down. Description When Chicago investment-banker Russell Henderson—newly divorced and suffering from depression—makes a spur-of-the-moment decision to go on a camping trip to explore the Western United States, he steps outside his usual safe mode of operation and … [Read more...]
Coming Soon: A Thread So Fine – historical literary fiction
I'm delighted to announce that AIA Publishing will soon be publishing this wonderful work of historical fiction. The book is a sensitive examination of life in the post World War Two era, centred around two sisters: one who blazes a trail for women in academia and the other confined to more traditional women's roles due to tuberculosis. I found it fascinating to read how this disease was treated prior to the development of the drugs that virtually wiped it out, and heart-breaking to be reminded of society's view of unwed mothers back then, even if the cause was rape. I highly recommend this read to anyone who enjoys historical fiction of the second half of the 20th Century, women's fiction or literary fiction. Description No love is as safe as that of an inseparable sister; no hurt as deep as when she leaves without a trace. St. Paul, MN, 1946: As little girls, the Malone sisters relied on each other for companionship and affection as their mother remained … [Read more...]
New Release: A Town Like Ours by Alexander Cade – satire
Michael Milosovic, builder, amateur architect, developer, landowner and mayor of the Australian town Coddington St George (pop. 5,499) wants to be elected to the shire council and hence to the Queensland State Planning Committee. To achieve this ambition, he needs publicity. What better, he thinks, than making a community movie extolling the delights of life in Coddington St George. He'll be the producer and the star. But there's a problem. He knows nothing about movie making. So he hires Jack Wilcon, a Hollywood ‘producer’, to come to Coddington and make the movie. In this hilarious satire on small-town politics and the lowest-of-low-budget movie making, Alexander Cade’s cast of quirky characters and insights into two very different worlds make A Town Like Ours a delight from start to finish. You won't rest until you know how this comedy of errors ends. Paperback Amazon Book Depository Ebook Kindle Free on Kindle Unlimited. What readers are saying: "This … [Read more...]
Available Now: The Missing Baronet by Ken Methold – Historical Mystery
AIA Publishing is pleased to announce the publication of The Missing Baronet by Ken Methold. It's available now in both ebook and paperback. This engaging cosy mystery is set in the Regency era of Jane Austen and has a surprise ending. I love the cover, designed by Rose of Velvet Wings Media. Description: When Sir Charles Browning, a young aristocrat, apparently abandons his wife, leaving her destitute and ostracised, Sarah Kedron, a successful playwright and feminist, agrees to help the young wife by finding out what has happened. James Brewster, the editor of her father’s weekly periodical, assists Sarah in her investigation. Their search for the truth takes them from the high society of Regency England to its shady underbelly. Firmly established in the social, political and economic conditions of the time, The Missing Baronet is an enthralling read. What Readers are Saying: “A meticulously researched period piece, bringing together colourful characters, conflicting … [Read more...]
Coming soon: Australian Satire
AIA Publishing is pleased to announce that we will soon be publishing A Town Like Ours by Alexander Cade. Humour is a personal thing - what some find funny others don't - but I found myself chuckling away at this satire of a small town with big ambitions. If you have any experience of small town politics or the film industry, you'll be chuckling too. I know nothing about politics, but I do know the film industry, hence my chuckles. It's all too recognisable and believable, and manages to be humorous without being silly. In fact, beneath the humour is, as with all good satire, a pointed social commentary. So keep your eye out for this one. Click here to join our mailing list to be notified of its release. What's it about? Michael Milosovic, builder, amateur architect, developer, landowner and mayor of the Australian town Coddington St George (pop. 5,499) wants to be elected to the shire council and hence to the Queensland State Planning Committee. To achieve this ambition, he … [Read more...]
The Golden Codex: Available Now
AIA Publishing is pleased to announce the publication of The Golden Codex by William Sandberg. Please let us know if you would like a Kindle copy in exchange for an honest review posted on Amazon. Description At his father’s urging, a teenage boy finds himself working in an antique store while learning arcane skills and knowledge from the owner. While exploring the basement, he unintentionally converts a black coal from the dawn of creation into a mutating manuscript engraved on gold. When a much-feared magus finds out, the boy’s mentor destroys the manuscript and casts it into gold ingots to prevent the magus from accessing the knowledge it contains. But the boy receives a psychic image of the text and becomes a carrier of the golden codex. The magus, keen to have the knowledge for himself, enslaves the boy in another realm, where he discovers that resistance, even valiantly fought beside a company of champions, is no match for the powerful master. To escape the realm he … [Read more...]
Awesome New Epic Metaphysical Fantasy Coming Soon
If you love epic fantasy that you can really get your teeth into, you'll love our next release, a metaphysical fantasy by Willian Sandberg titled The Golden Codex. As well as having all the exciting elements we expect in a good fantasy, the book has a deep metaphysical vision that is fascinating and gripping. This is the first in a series of five books that the author has been working on for decades. It's a rare work, and one that when the author submitted it to AIA Publishing, I recognised as something very special. It was even so well written that it didn't need a line edit - and that's rare in a new author. So this author really knows how to write. Watch this space for news of its release in a couple of weeks or sign up to receive a notification in your inbox by clicking here. Book description At his father’s urging, a teenage boy finds himself working in an antique store while learning arcane skills and knowledge from the owner. While exploring the basement, he unintentionally … [Read more...]
