Falling off the Perch: A Guidebook on How to Prepare for Death:There are many sayings that mean you are no longer alive. My favorite is the Australian version which says you have 'fallen off the perch'. Other phrasessay: you are dead, you are pushing up daisies, you have passed away, you are forever in our […]
Cynthia Cliff is an author and self-taught artist who grew up in rural Virginia outside of Winchester, surrounded by farms and woodlands. This upbringing provided her with a love of history, nature, and folklore—themes that find their way into her whimsical, folk-art inspired storytelling. She has a number of children’s books including A Day at […]
Apples for Henry: An unlikely friendship between a dog and a horse ismade stronger with the gift of an apple. The book also takes the reader throughthe growth of an […]
Druid’s Spell is a fantasy filled with humor, heart, and history—a tale of friendship, courage, and the fragile balance between humanity and nature. Perfect for readers who love magical quests, […]
She’s got the career. But can she have it all? In the vibrant streets of 1924 New York City, journalist Ruth Feldman is thriving in a world that’s quickly changing. In this sequel to the multi-award-winning novel, The Girl in the Triangle, Ruth has the support of a mentor and a growing reputation, but her […]
A gentle story, told with warmth & whimsy, about sunshine, sadness, and the way love helps us heal. Alma & Max are ready for the beach, their buckets packed, imaginations running wild, & waves waiting. But Mom discovers a quiet cloud followed her, making her feel heavy & tired. Through play, patience, & love, the […]
In his quest for redemption from past sins, disgraced political consultant and ex-convict Greg Smith agrees to assist the men at the Kelsey Rescue Mission in saving their homeless shelter from corrupt city officials determined to shut it down. The resulting acts of revenge and violence, including murder and kidnapping, could not have been anticipated. […]
Every mile of cracked asphaltand winding highway in Virginia whispers stories of bloodshed, betrayal, andthe unexplained. From colonial-era graveyards and Civil War battlefields toghost towns, haunted roadsides, and legendary bridges, bone-deep local legendsand first-person encounters await. With a storyteller’s eye and a historian’s passion, author Michael Kleen isyour guide to the haunted heart of Virginia—where […]
Enjoy (a signed copy of) this collection of vividly told stories about the author's early years in the Chilean Andes. Each vignette captures the innocence, humor, cruelty, and wonder that shaped the author’s childhood. Whether rooted in ordinary experiences, such as going to the market with his mother, seeing ghosts, and hiking in the mountains, […]
Set in the sixteenth century in a field in central Guatemala, Franciscan friar Marcos de Niza is busy working with the local people, teaching them efficient farming methods aimed at increasing production to cope with the rapidly growing population of New Spain. He also enjoys teaching the local villagers common languages used for trade with […]
Colleges are more than classrooms and quads. They are living relics where history lingers and, sometimes, refuses to stay quiet. A phantom hugger roams the President’s Houseat William and Mary, and the grave-robbing secrets of historic medical schools refuse to be forgotten. Blending folklore, history, and mystery, author Sharon Pajka reveals a supernatural side of […]
Author Craig Matthews got a late start in his publishing life, as his first book, Immigrant Patriot, was published when he was 57. His family heritage, life experiences, and vast vocational undertakings have only deepened his love of the written word. Now with six published works he feels like he is justscratching the surface. Craig […]
Friends of Old Town celebrates and enhances Old Town Winchester through local events, public art, and design projects. We work with residents, businesses, and visitors to keep our historic town vibrant, creative, and welcoming for everyone to enjoy.
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