Biography & Memoirs > Family Memoirs

Kentucky natives wrote this book about how five generations of their family have enjoyed Kentucky's State Parks. Practical tips are provided about how your family can enjoy the parks. In addition, the book included a concise history of the Park System's development from 1924 to 2022.

One thing I have wanted to do for many years is to put together a book featuring my mother Florence's stories. I want her spirit to live on through her folktales. Her stories are magical. My mother's legends have stayed with me all my life. I'm sure my brothers and sister heard the same yarns, but this book is written the way I remember them. I believe mom gave me her imaginative stories so I could write about them when I grew up. I wouldn't have written this book if I had not gone to college. I was in my forties and going to the University of Colorado at Denver when I discovered I had a talent for writing. One course I took in Women’s Studies was autobiographical writing. I began ...

Through a transformative journey, Ms. Hayes bears witness to God's unwavering grace. Freed from despair and destitution, her life is forever changed. She proudly claims her status as God's cherished daughter, blessed by boundless grace. Emerging victorious from struggles, Ms. Hayes's story testifies to faith's redemptive power. Challenges overcome, she stands as proof of Jesus's sacrifice. Her life, guarded by divine angels, showcases God's unwavering shield. Anchored in devotion, Ms. Hayes embodies Christ's transformative love. From darkness to light, her journey is a testament to faith's power. Her life is a living proof of faith's impact and God's promise fulfilled. Ms. Hayes's lif ...

Georgina L. Cardoza looks back on her life and relationship with God. Asking, "God, where is your secret chamber?" Filled with beautiful Bible scriptures and personal/family history.

Life itself is a string of stories, held together by the river. The older you get, the more profound and interesting the stories become.

A memoir chronicling five decades in the life of a tobacco-growing farm family in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in northwest North Carolina. Written by Dr. Cleve Hollar, former superintendent of schools in Yadkin County, this book draws not only from his own experiences and memories but also from those of many of the members of his large extended family to provide an intimate look at everyday life on the farm and in Yadkin’s historic communities of Huntsville and Courtney. In addition to the raising of tobacco and other crops, activities such as hunting, moonshining, cooking, gardening, and beekeeping are all vividly described, as are local schools and religious and social li ...

After many years of entertaining friends and family with stories about growing up on the farm as the son of Buckley Duane Williams, the youngest of four boys has decided to start putting them all down in writing. Chris has a unique way of telling a story in person. Now, in written form, let him take you on a journey where life, family and animals all collide for a hilarious trip down memory lane. Readers of all ages will take something away from this nostalgic memoir. Get to know his father Buck and his boys and learn why you should, "Never Let Another Man Saddle Your Horse".

At twenty-nine years old, Samantha’s worst fears become reality as she learns of her younger brother’s tragic suicide. Now, an only child, she is forced to sort through the wreckage of guilt, grief, and regret in order to rebuild a life he would be proud of; a life that honors his final wish.

When asked to describe what the book is about, I wanted to say 600 pp, going for the laugh. But there are laughs a'plenty in the book, so here is the serious answer. Ultimately, it is about ambition, hope, leadership, and resilience; of doing the right thing and remaining true to one's self, and of extraordinary achievement, both in the private sector and the Republican political arena. The real life incredible stories in the book run the gamut from the stark poverty of the writer's first dozen years to his disciplined approach in turning his extreme shyness into an extroverted personality before your eyes. On the political front, view first hand as Ron takes 3 unwinnable gubernatoria ...

This is the story of a father's reflection on his life, his little girl, a rock band, and God. Read how this 54-year old may never have become the father of his adopted daughter, had it not been for the Beatles and a chance encounter (or was it?) with the former U.S. Manager of the Beatles Apple Records. A must-read for all who believe they're too old (or too self-centered!) to become a parent.