A Modern Day Fairy Tale: TrumpelStiltskin
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A Modern Day Fairy Tale: TrumpelStiltskin

ByMichael Thal

I found scores of non-fiction books on Amazon about Donald Trump—some complimentary and others not so much. There are also a few novels with characters behaving like our 45th president. Bill Day’s book, Great Again, is a perfect example. In Day’s book the main Trump-like character actually grows and matures as a human being. It’s quite refreshing. …

Instill a Love of Learning in Your Kids With These Smart Tactics
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Instill a Love of Learning in Your Kids With These Smart Tactics

ByMichael Thal

by Penny Martin Fostering a love of learning in children is a transformative endeavor that extends beyond traditional education. As parents, our actions and attitudes towards learning can ignite a passion that lasts a lifetime. It’s about creating an atmosphere that values curiosity and discovery, turning everyday moments into opportunities for growth. In this article,…

A 21st Century American is Enslaved
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A 21st Century American is Enslaved

ByMichael Thal

Timekeeper Drake Bailey and his crew travel back to the antebellum South to prevent harm coming to a king, to which they are clueless, and poor Drake is sold into slavery.

Mentally Challenged Royalty: YA Fairytales about Mental Disease
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Mentally Challenged Royalty: YA Fairytales about Mental Disease

ByMichael Thal

Books in general and YA books in particular skirt over the issue of mental illness. Author Peter D. Weiler changes this with five poignant fairy tales about mentally challenged royalty.