Ernie's Ark (
$0.99), by Monica Wood, is today's Kindle Deal of the Day.
Book Description
Wood's touching collection centers on Abbot Falls, a fictional Maine town economically dependent on a paper mill whose workers are on strike. Limning the intertwined lives of a small number of characters, the stories offer glimpses into the pivotal events of their lives. Ernie, whose retirement fund is tied up by the strike, builds a sculpture that gives meaning to his wife's last days. After being attacked by angry workers, mill owner Henry grows closer to his daughter. Brothers Danny and Timmy, torn apart by Timmy's willingness to scab, finally come to understand each other. Student Francine, who idolizes Jesse Jackson, keeps her father's infidelity a secret to preserve the family. Young Kenny inherits a cabin from his uncle, briefly tries imitating his hero, Thoreau, and grows closer to his sister and stepmother. James, a bad father and worse son, comes to his senses when a woman who once held his mother hostage attends her funeral. These quirky stories reaffirm faith in human resilience, even when adversity brings out the worst in human nature. Bonnie Johnston.
Nurse! Nurse! (
$1.57 / £0.99 UK), by Jimmy Frazier, is the Kindle Deal of the day for those in the UK (the
US edition is $7.99).
Book Description
As punishment for some youthful high jinks, 16-year-old Jimmy Frazier is made to volunteer in a London hospital. The experience shocks him, and he swears he will never set foot on a ward again.
Two decades later, older but not a lot wiser, some strange twists of fate lead Jimmy back to hospital – but this time as a student nurse.
Along with a motley crew of fellow students, Jimmy throws himself into the heart of the NHS. Whether caring for patients in children’s hospitals, prisons, mental health facilities or post-surgical wards, Jimmy and his fellow students attempt to make a difference. On their way they are inspired by the angelic Super Nurse and the acid-tongued Mr Temple. But can they stick out the three years it takes to make the grade as a fully-qualified nurse...?
Fresh, funny and poignant, Nurse! Nurse! sheds a whole new light on the world of the student nurse.
The Man Called Cash (
$3.99 Kindle,
B&N), by Steve Turner, is the Nook Daily Find, price matched on Kindle.
Book Description
Johnny Cash is one of the most influential figures in music and American popular culture today. While he was an icon to people of all ages during his life, Cash's legacy continues after his death. His remarkable story is captured in this exclusive authorized biography, addressing the whole life of Johnny Cash-not just his unforgettable music but also his relationship with June Carter Cash and his faith in Christ. His authenticity, love for God and family, and unassuming persona are what Steve Turner captures with passion and focus in this inspiring book.
Different from other books written about him, The Man Called CASH brings Cash's faith and love for God into the foreground and tells the story of a man redeemed, without watering-down or sugar-coating. The Man Called CASH will be a huge success with his millions of fans and will draw in many new fans with this inspiring story of faith and redemption.
Attack of the Vampire Weenies: And Other Warped and Creepy Tales ($9.99 Kindle,
$3.60 B&N), by David Lubar, is the Nook Daily Find for Families. This is an Agency publisher, so be sure to report the price difference to Amazon.
Book Description
A boy steals a ticket to an amusement park and gets the ride of a lifetime—literally. The first day of middle school turns into a free-for-all when the gym teacher offers a “get-out-of-gym-free” card. Sick of his sister’s vampire wannabe friends, a kid decides to teach them a lesson at their next party. But the tables are turned when some surprise guests show up.
Critically acclaimed author and master of the macabre, David Lubar, is back with thirty more warped and creepy tales for fans of his bestselling Weenies story collections, which have sold more than 1.7 million copies to date.
Don’t be a weenie. Read these stories. If you dare!
