Lucette Desvignes: The Artist in the Arena
by Jerry L Curtis

"The most complete examination to date of the prose, theater and poetry of...one of France's most interesting living writers...enriched by numerous illustrations and a very complete bibliography and interviews with the author." - Mary Anne O'Neill, Professor, Whitemore College

In print, August 15, 2007: Now accepting pre-pub orders
ISBN 978-1-890357-20-7

Orpheus in Brooklyn: Orphism, Rimbaud, and Henry Miller
by Bertrand Mathieu
The first critical evaluation ever undertaken of the influence of Orphic thinking and of the French poet Arthur Rimbaud's Orphic-derived strategies on the life attitudes and literary style of Henry Miller, especially on Miller's masterpiece, The Colossus of Marousi .

The best book I have seen about Henry Miller…penetrating understanding of Miller’s work…a work of poetry in its own right.” - Anaïs Nin, Diary of Anaïs Nin

ISBN 1-890357-11-1

SWEET PRINCE: The Passion of Hamlet
A novel by Douglas Brode
Was Hamlet Gay? In Sweet Prince, Douglas Brode offers a modern take on the historical chacater who provided Shakespeare with inspiration for his greatest tragedy. The author also brings to full, rich, vivid life precisely what the Bard ignored: North Europe as it actually was during the early days of the Renaissance.

”A remarkable retelling--full of amazing twists at every turn.” - Jane Weiner, Producer, The Tragedy of Hamlet.
”Sweet Prince is a definite 'go' for a Hollywood film or mini-series.” - Robert Strauss, Producer and Director.

ISBN 1-890357-10-3

The Stories We Tell: Composing in a Decomposing World
by Ruth Newton
Two contradictory types of narrative answer the unraveling of our age: a return to the epic in the form of performance art, and the development of the novel as game, with all its concomitant effects. These narratives are examined with many examples from world literature.

‘A penetrating, extended essay on the character and devolution of the epic and the novel…Newton weaves a fascinating tapestry…sparkling with suggestive insights, this is literary criticism in the grand tradition of belles lettres.’ — David Gordon, CUNY Graduate School..
‘Remarkable...a must read. Her profound grasp of literature…is a tour de force.’ — Shehira Davezac, Indiana University.
‘A joy to read.’ — Paolo Cucchi, Dean, Drew University.
‘A delightful, intriguing tour through the myriad worlds of storytelling…highly enjoyable and intellectually stimulating.’ — Douglas Brode, Syracuse University.

ISBN 1-890357-18-9

Terra Firma
by Clara Orban
This award-winning novel is an incredibly riveting story of the plight of pre-World War Italian and Hungarian families, pushed by politics and history out of their land toward America, and the moving reconciliation of a daughter, product of this America, with her past.

‘Bursts with complex, interesting, and likable characters…The multiple stories that Orban artfully weaves explore the themes of family, the land, and the search for freedom. Orban’s plot is everything we want in a novel' — Nancy Grossman, Assistant Director, Honors Program, DePaul University
‘Orban’s superb first novel skillfully and seamlessly weaves together the threads of a couple’s history that cross a continent and spans generations, showing us again that courage and hope are the true legacy of the millions of immigrants who came to America seeking a better life.” — Krisitine Chalifoux, author of In This Light

ISBN 1-890357-19-7

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The Stable Minority: Civilian Rule in Africa
by Samuel Decalo
 Illustrated by three detailed case studies from Gabon, Malawi and Kenya, Decalo outlines the specific variables and policies that have succeeded to stabilize civilian rule in a continent racked by coups and military rule.

”Striking in its simplicity and force…cogently argued…eminently readable and indispensable…Outstanding Book of the Year” - CHOICE
”Outstanding…enlightening…fills an important niche” - Foreign Affairs.

ISBN 1-890357-00-6

Israel and Africa: Forty Years, 1956-1996
by Samuel Decalo
Thirteen incisive and sparkling essays on the birth, incredible mushrooming, and eventual decline of Israel’s diplomatic and economic relations with Africa, that at one time had transformed Israel into the world’s third-largest diplomatic power.

”Sparkling, fresh, eminently readable, nowhere else can one find a discussion of the early 1950’s 'messianic impulse' that was the driving force behind Israel’s policy of international cooperation with the Third World.”

ISBN 1-890357-01-4

Psychoses of Power: African Personal Dictatorships
(second edition) by Samuel Decalo
A spellbinding tour de force focusing on aberrant, and demented, tyrannical rule in Africa, with detailed case studies of Idi Amin (Uganda), Macias Nguema (Equatorial Africa) and Jean Bedel Bokassa (Central African Republic).

”Outstanding Book of the Year” - CHOICE
”A minor classic.” - Washington Post
”A masterful unraveling of the aberrant tyrannical regimes” - Carl Rosberg, University of California.

ISBN 1-890357-02-2

Civil-Military Relations in Africa
by Samuel Decalo
A collection of several key essays, and extract from the author’s seminal Coups and Army Rule, that outlines the root causes of continued civil-military instability in Africa.

”Written in a lucid style…informative and exciting reading.” - Tutu Vanhanen, University of Helsinki
”The collection of essays represents some of his best work…showing why Decalo is one of the most outstanding African comparative scholars” - Ken Christie, University of Bergen

ISBN 1-890357-03-0

China Teacher: An Intimate Journal
by J. R. LeMaster
A beautifully written Journal of a sojourn as guest professor in China. Author of nineteen books and 400 poems, LeMaster's book "echoes the pain and the beauty, the fortitude and the glory of a people that he loves compassionately." Roberta S. Trites, Illinois State University.

ISBN 1-890357-14-6

Antinomy: A Union of Mind
a novel by Lucian M. Whyte
A fascinating blend of fiction and philosophy. Two characters without names form Antinomy: the Other, whose life consists of difference, rejection, and learning through suffering, and the One, whose presence evokes understanding and bliss. The first act comprises the Other’s social rejection and a harsh discipline that moulds him into a hard and pitiless character. The second act concerns the descent of the One whose steadfast and holistic character encounters human need for the first time. He is divine and ancient presence of mind. The final act is a production of Divine Mind (a conversation between the One and the Other) where both recognize a kind of dependence upon one another.

ISBN 1-890357-12-X

Complete Publishing Resources Manual
by Linda Able
Core reference work, used by librarians to answer queries from the public. Includes a crystal-clear glossary of 2,000 terms, an 180-page annotated bibliography of every book published in the preceding decade on publishing and book-marketing, and a 62-page resource section of addresses, phones, faxes of printers, media, suppliers, and trade organizations.

”Highly recommended for academic, corporate, professional and community library reference book collections on writing and publishing.” - Midwest Book Reviews
”Indispensable resource for publishers…belongs within easy reach, next to your dictionary.” - Dan Poynter.

ISBN 1-890357-05-7

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS: The Ultimate Fitness Program for Life
by Larkin Barnett with dancers from Miami City Ballet

The key to body suppleness, stress management and physical fitness, through 70 engaging exercises illustrated with over 150 photos.

“Larkin Barnett’s program offers simple, practical techniques to build and maintain a healthy, stress-free lifestyle — for even the busiest schedule.” - Evelyn Lauder, Senior Corporate Vice-President of the Estee Lauder Companies
“Functional Fitness is a new, fun, and simple approach to getting fit and living fit. It is the first time-efficient fitness program promoting a better quality of life.” - The Duke of Marlborough

ISBN 1-890357-17-0

CINICA: Delusions in American Culture
by Daniel Martinez.

"A wise, scathing and comprehensive guide to the dismal wreckage of contemporary Western civilization...[by] a keen moralist whose writing brims with savage indignation and taboo-popping truths." - Rick Bayan, author The Cynic's Dictionary.

IIn print, August 15, 2007 (pre-pub now being accepted)
ISBN 978-1-890357-16-0

Love & Delusion: Real Love and Honest Lies
by Daniel Martinez Ph.D.
In a very readable and lively fashion, Dr. Martinez has written a comprehensive and important analysis of love and human relationships through the centuries. In this exciting exploratory and intellectual journey readers will learn also about the roles that sex, mental health, personality, culture, and moral development play in our relationships with other people. Part of this journey involves looking at the vast array of delusions which are a normal part of human interactions. Utilizing his extensive clinical experience with adults and children, the author then asks one last enlightening question: “What should love be in a healthy culture?” So is there something greater than love in human relationships? A resounding “Yes!”, according to Dr. Martinez..

ISBN 1-890357-13-8

Emperor of the Galatians
by Mihajlo Kazic
Enthralling thriller on the all powerful Emperor of the Roman Empire, caught in no-man's land between the past and the future, and three young men, guided by a mysterious force, set out to cure him. A powerful allegory on the struggle between good and evil.

ISBN 1-890357-15-4