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Life in Woke America: A Family’s Story of Truth and Betrayal Under Fire by Joel Rakow

https://www.amazon.com/Life-Woke-America-Familys-Betrayal/dp/1969572949

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Life in Woke America: A Family’s Story of Truth and Betrayal Under Fireis more than a political thriller-it’s a powerful story of faith, family, courage, and the values that have defined generations of Americans.

When Army Private Xavier King, a foster child who grew up without a family, joins the military in search of purpose, he discovers that the greatest battles aren’t always fought overseas. After uncovering a secret Chinese bioweapon lab operating on U.S. soil, Xavier expects the system to act. Instead, he finds himself facing powerful institutions, political pressure, and moral choices that threaten everything he has worked to build.

As he fights to protect the life and love he has found with Audrey, Xavier must navigate institutional betrayal while remaining true to his principles. Blending high-stakes suspense, a tender slow-burn romance, and timely political conflict, this novel explores what happens when ordinary people are forced to defend extraordinary truths.

At its heart, Life in Woke America is a story about personal responsibility, the strength of family, the search for truth, and the courage to stand firm when convictions are tested. It captures the enduring “Great American Fight Back Spirit” through a story of redemption, patriotism, resilience, and hope.

Perfect for readers who enjoy thought-provoking political thrillers, emotionally rich character-driven fiction, and stories that challenge them to think critically, question assumptions, and draw their own conclusions.

About the author

I grew up a roofer’s son, twenty miles above the Mexican border, and a childhood patient of the local black doctor. As a Harvard Postdoctoral Fellow, I advised the Secret Service and FBI on cybersecurity, ran software development and tech companies, and coached CEO’s.

My achievements include serving as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for wards of the state—that inform this story’s foster-care themes—League MVP for my college baseball team, three-time winner of PC Magazine’s Product of the Year, and two-time Microsoft Partner of the Year. With six grandkids and over 50 years of married life, family and faith fuel this novel.

I envisioned this novel before writing it—the saga of a marginalized man’s defiance against the deceptions of a troubled cultural elite. Crafted for conservatives and moderates craving a tale that reflects real lives—not ideological illusions—enduring intense battles against suppression, if not extermination. Dive deeper on X @inWokeAmerica, and join the fight. Our America is fragile; truth, even in fiction, is my weapon.

Triumph Through Tragedy II by Carol Daems-Townsend

https://www.amazon.com/Amuse-Philosophy-Servitude-Kristine-Lovett/dp/B0HNBW6YQL

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This is the second book in the set. It covers two more women, inter-related to those in the first book. These two are thrown into chaos by life and find their way out to succeed beyond even their wildest dreams.

‘Twas Christmas to Passover: God’s Graphic Image of a Savior Who Would Die for His People – Extended Edition by Stephen S. Ahokas DVM

https://www.amazon.com/Twas-Christmas-Passover-Graphic-Savior/dp/B0DKZPHN3M

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Over two thousand years ago the circumstances surrounding Christ’s birth presented a sign for the Jewish people that Jesus was born to be the Savior who would die for God’s people. But few understood the sign. Likewise, for almost two thousand years Gentile Christians have been saying, “Worthy is the Lamb . . .” without even realizing what they are saying. Consequently, the meaning of the birth of Christ and the Christmas season are not commonly understood by the masses. This book clarifies everything for both Jews and Gentiles by exploring how and what the circumstances of Christ’s birth spoke to the Jewish people at the time of His birth, and thus, revealing to us all the deeper meaning of referring to Jesus as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.Over two thousand years ago the circumstances surrounding Christ’s birth presented a sign for the Jewish people that Jesus was born to be the Savior who would die for God’s people. But few understood the sign. Likewise, for almost two thousand years Gentile Christians have been saying, “Worthy is the Lamb . . .” without even realizing what they are saying. Consequently, the meaning of the birth of Christ and the Christmas season are not commonly understood by the masses. This book clarifies everything for both Jews and Gentiles by exploring how and what the circumstances of Christ’s birth spoke to the Jewish people at the time of His birth, and thus, revealing to us all the deeper meaning of referring to Jesus as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.

About the author

Stephen Ahokas grew up as a pastor’s son. While growing up in his father’s home and church, he acquired a basic understanding of how to explain the meaning of Christ’s birth and death to others. Meanwhile, from the world outside his father’s home and church, he acquired an understanding of how the world tries to explain away the meaning of the birth and death of Christ. Ahokas studied music education, wildlife management, and pre-veterinary medicine at the University of Nebraska Lincoln.

He obtained his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree at The Ohio State University. While in veterinary school, he acquired a more experiential understanding of how to explain the meaning of the birth and death of Christ through involvement in a campus ministry called Campus Crusade for Christ. Since then, he has been an avid student of the Bible, especially of the Passover and the circumstances surrounding the birth and death of Christ.

Landing On My Feet, Teaching and Learning During a Career in Education by James Kleiner

https://www.amazon.com/Landing-Teaching-Learning-During-Education/dp/B0CN2KDMRV

The book is a memoir about James Kleiner’s public-school teaching career. It includes recollections of his own education and mentors. “Landing On My Feet, Teaching and Learning During a Career in Education” chronicles the challenges of his career as well as the many joys and inspirational moments he experienced.

“Landing On My Feet, Teaching and Learning During a Career in Education” is a memoir written by James Kleiner, a career educator in the Connecticut public schools for 33 years. The book chronicles his own education and pays tribute to the teachers who mentored and inspired him. His story takes him through the challenges he was faced with and, ultimately, overcame through the years. In every case, he learns from these experiences and continues in the field, buoyed by many inspirational and joyful interactions with his students, colleagues, and co-workers. Throughout the book, there are many instances where he learns as muchfrom his students as he has taught them.

Marked…: A Checkmark, or a Cross by Magnolia Robinson

https://www.amazon.com/Marked-Check-Mark-Reverend-Magnolia-Robinson/dp/1662887191

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It’s no secret that we are in a great time of woes. Whether we have fully come to the Tribulations described in the scriptures, is not yet certain. I quote multiple Scripture references that describe what will take place in the end times preceding the Second Coming of Jesus. I talk about the increase in people complaining about the churches because of people supposedly living hypocritical lives. Those same individuals much of the time, are still living worldly lives themselves. Marked is a reminder that Jesus is still coming, even if we don’t know exactly when. I discuss several issues tying Biblical scripture to our Post Modern current events. I also go so far as to admit that the prophesies in Scriptures concerning the end times are being fulfilled as we read. Last thing anyone want’s is to be caught on the wrong side of salvation. So the question is, “Who’s mark do you have? The mark of the lawless one? or the mark of our Lord Jesus Christ? He is closer now to coming than before. It is worthwhile to thoughtfully consider and decide. My Name is Reverend T. Magnolia Robinson-Felix. I have my Batchelor’s Degree from Rochester Institute of Technology in 1996. Even though I was raised Protestant I graduated from a well known Catholic Grade and High School. So Basically I had extensive experience in both faiths at a young age. I bounced around trying various other churches for over a decade. That is until life’s severe trials and a long bout with serious life threatening illness really made me return to the faith of my youth. That faith being Protestant Non-Denominational and a closer relationship with the LORD Jesus Christ. I was much like the Prodigal Daughter coming home after loosing everything. It wasn’t long after that when I enrolled in Bible School and spent 5 years commuting the long distance to attend classes each week. I received my Minister’s License in 2019 and my Certificate of Ordination in 2020. I have been serving in my home church and around the community ever since.

About the author

My Name is Reverend T. Magnolia Robinson-Felix. I have my Batchelor’s Degree from Rochester Institute of Technology in 1996. Even though I was raised Protestant I graduated from a well known Catholic Grade and High School. So Basically I had extensive experience in both faiths at a young age. I bounced around trying various other churches for over a decade. That is until life’s severe trials and a long bout with serious life threatening illness really made me return to the faith of my youth. That faith being Protestant Non-Denominational and a closer relationship with the LORD Jesus Christ. I was much like the Prodigal Daughter coming home after loosing everything. It wasn’t long after that when I enrolled in Bible School and spent 5 years commuting the long distance to attend classes each week. I received my Minister’s License in 2019 and my Certificate of Ordination in 2020. I have been serving in my home church and around the community ever since.