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21) EL Paso Run
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A creator of pulp novels follows a lead to the wild west border town of El Paso where he encounters Henry Putnam, the last surviving person with knowledge to a long-past killing. The story unfolds through Henry's recollections leading up to the fateful event. Truth and lies flourish with the tale. Only Henry Putnam knows the truth; but how much of it is he willing to share? In the image of classic old-time Westerns, El Paso Run brings an excitement...
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Like many young men, Bobby Goldsboro's enviable music career came about by chance. Playing in a local band while attending college, rock great Roy Orbison hired Bobby's band to back him. What begin as a temporary gig turned into one of the longest-lasting careers of the pop/rock era. Soon Goldsboro was recording on his own. Among his many time-proven hits are: Honey, Broomstick Cowboy, Summer (the First Time), Watching Scotty Grow, I'm a Drifter,...
23) A Perilous Place
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A young serviceman experiences hardship in his attempt to marry a pretty Vietnamese girl, as his tour in perilous, war torn Vietnam nears its end. Liberty restrictions and military police enforcement make it difficult for them to be together. As night falls, he slips away from the base to meet her family and offer his marriage proposal. Before he can leave the village, curfew sets in leaving him stranded in the off-limits area. Danger lurks within...
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In 1939, South African Solomon Linda turned a tribal chant into a local hit tune. Years later a copy of the record found its way to Decca Records. Folk artist Pete Seeger interpreted the song's relentless chant to be "Wimoweh" and recorded it thus. In the early 1960s, a group of New York City doo-woppers who called themselves The Tokens, recorded the song with new lyrics. Within six weeks their record went to the top of the singles charts. "The Lion...
25) Ernesto Juarez
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Ernesto Juarez's barrio is a haven for discarding the dead. His only option for the safety of his family is to flee north of the border and establish a new life. But for now, he must go alone. While making his way across the bleak Mexican desert he encounters a young woman on the run from merciless killers. Together they must escape to the border. Human traffickers, drug smugglers, cultish cartels, and relentless killers raise the ante on whether...
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Vietnam was indeed a dark and curious place during the war. Conflict raged in the crowded cities and isolated countryside where innocent people, both young and old, perished under the most indiscriminate and unfortunate circumstances. Follow members of a U.S. Navy physical security unit as the men patrol streets and highways in and around Da Nang, providing protection at American-controlled interests, Navy cargo piers, and vehicle routes. Experience...
27) Panama Nights
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A chance encounter on a flight to Panama began a series of life altering events between Walter Sloane and pretty Panamanian Lili Cruz.
As the couple's relationship develops, their actions introduce readers to the country's unique culture. But not all is paradise along the busy canal. The wanton ambition of a corrupt political candidate creates uncertainty and danger within Lili's barrio. Ultimately, catastrophic events place local residents in harm's...
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A return to Vietnam after serving his tour brings together an American civilian and a young Vietnamese woman. Cultural differences and family commitment collide to create what appear to be insurmountable problems as he prepares to go to Saigon to look for work. Misunderstandings by each causes immense grief for the other as the story moves to its unpredictable conclusion. Experience the country as it was in 1970--the people, the places, the hardships....
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Songwriter/Producer Bob Crewe, who had helped turn the 4 Seasons into superstars, picked up the Four Evers and began molding them into a 4 Seasonish type group. In fact, they would often work closely with Frankie Valli and members of the 4 Seasons. They scored only one national hit, "Be My Girl" but it was a doozy! Read the fascinating story behind this East Coast group. A list of their records is included in The Four Evers: The 4 Seasons' Connection....
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A cattle drive becomes trouble for the Fairchild boys when banditos enter the scene in the Texas town of Sorrowful. Murder and mayhem ensue--and then a life or death chase across Texas begins. SORROWFUL is a rip-roaring, old-time western tale filled with good guys, bad guys, pretty maidens, and plenty of nonstop action. If you like western stories, you will love SORROWFUL!
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While on Jeep patrol in Vietnam, Security Policemen Robinson and Teddy Bear's night is shaken when enemy rockets strike the airbase. Reports of local civilian casualties come in and help is requested. The two race to the rescue, only to find more than what hey expected. In the Dead of Night is a thrilling late night ride through the Vietnam countryside where anything can happen. Come along on patrol In the Dead of Night....
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In 1966, a groupl of studio musicians hit it big with a novelty song based on an Alka-Seltzer ad. Unwilling to go on the road to promote it, the label recruited other musicians to become The T-Bones and claim the song as theirs. Among these musicians were Dan Hamilton, Joe Frank Carollo, and Tom Reynolds. After the song's popularity waned, the boys formed a new group which they aptly called Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds. Their record, Don't Pull...
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Bobby Vee got his "lucky break" after the infamous crash of the plane Buddy Holly was riding went down in an Iowa cornfield, killing all aboard. Auditions were quickly held to find temporary replacements so the Winter Dance Party tour could go on. That ill-fated opportunity eventually led to a recording contract for the Fargo, ND teenager. Shortly, hit records began to come. Take Good Care of My Baby, Run to Him, Sharing You, Rubber Ball, The Night...
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Johnny Rivers is one of the great rock entertainers in the business and throughout his career has readily adapted to a changing music scene, scoring major hits as a rocker, balladeer, folk artist, soul singer/bluesman and even Christian tunesmith. His hits include: Maybelline, Memphis, Where Have All the Flowers Gone, Poor Side of Town, Baby I Need Your Lovin', Summer Rain, Swayin' to the Music (Slow Dancing), and countless others. During the mid...
35) Dragon Fire
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During 1968's Vietnamese New Year, Tet, communist troops attacked throughout South Vietnam, including direct assaults on military installations, major cities and the U.S. Embassy, in Saigon. With pathos and humor, Dragon Fire relates the exciting tale of a U.S. Navy security unit tasked with providing security to Navy installations.
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The son of a Southern California horse trainer, John Stewart was a songwriter/musician of incredible talent. He grew up idolizing Elvis Presley. But along came the Kingston Trio and by age 20, Stewart became the Trio's fourth member when Dave Guard left the group. Stewart and his futre wife, Buffy Ford, joined Robert Kennedy's presidential campaign, only to have it cut short when an assassin's bullet took out Kennedy. Shortly, Stewart's classic solo...
37) Mackinac Drift
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Two hundred years before, a fortune in gold disappears on Mackinac Island, now the tourist gem of the Great Lakes. Through chance encounters, a modern day trio of misfits share a rundown house on the nearby mainland. Devious, tough-as-nails Josie, invites companions Wayland and Diggs to visit the island. While awaiting her arrival, the two young men happen upon a life-altering discovery. Promises presumed become promises broken. Companionship rapidly...
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At a time of fierce political divisiveness, From Here to Security is a refreshingly balanced, non-ideological guide to solving what may be our nation's most pressing policy challenge: achieving retirement security for all.
A pioneer of the 401(k) system, Robert L. Reynolds eschews radical calls for throwing out the 401(k) entirely and creating a new government-run savings system. Our best course, he shows, is to build on what we have: a flexible,...
40) Splat the cat
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A nervous Splat finds his first day at Cat School much better than he expected.