Professor Wu, educated in the U.S., relates his prison experiences in a Chinese labor farm after being labeled an "ultrarightist" by his academic colleagues at Beijing University

If only I could have been a daddy’s girl I would not of had grown up in that monster’s world That monster he came calling for me in his house I was scared as can be Jamae Vandegraph remembers—and wishes she couldn’t. She remembers the man long ago who took her to a cold, dark, unfurnished upstairs bedroom equipped with an old wooden tripod with a big camera that rested on its top. She remembers this room because this is where he undressed her and forced her to touch him. She remembers being cold, scared, and alone. Most of all, she remembers closing her eyes and wishing she was anywhere but there. In an autobiographical collection of prose and poetry, Vandegraph reflects on the anger and hurt that accompanied being a victim of sexual abuse as a young girl. In poignant verse that explores the terrifying moments when she was pulled out of her innocence and into the darkness, Vandegraph shares how she was victimized and eventually healed through forgiveness, self-love, and hope for a new future. A Single Tear is a memoir of prose and poems that leads others on a heartbreaking path through childhood sexual abuse and ultimately into the bright light of healing.

Based on a true story, Laurel Faith Gables spent her first days on a field watching Daddy playing his sport of football. Spencer Gables was a hometown football star from the small rural town of Creeksdale, who made his way to his beloved North Mason College. His eyes were turned by oneJacqueline Carr from the city of Lawson. She was everything he ever wanted. After eloping, their love blossomed with the birth of their first child, Laurel. Upon graduation, the Gables moved to Lawson, where Spence was becoming a local icon in the world of football coaching. Life on Chester Chapel was beautiful, and the two were blessed with a baby boy, Cole. The couple longed for their goal of homeownership, and they were well on their way to achieving it. Spence and Jacqueline were living the American dream until the unthinkable happened, tearing the Gables family to shreds. Is the love of a daughter strong enough to bring their world back together, or will it forever be shattered? Laurel is forced onto a bridge and she cannot turn back. The only way to bring an end is to cross. For those who have lost deeply, want to love dearly, or know those who do. For those who want to consider is vengeance deserved?

Police Detective Harry Lyon is caught in a whirlwind of terror that threatens to sweep away not only him but his partner and everyone he loves.

The death of high school basketball star Rob Washington in an automobile accident affects the lives of his close friend Andy, who was driving the car, and many others in the school.