Columbus Publishing Lab

09/18/2026

The old farmhouse where I was born in the early morning hours of Wednesday, September 27, 1933, at 12:30 a.m., stood firm for 130 years until the summer of 2019, when it was razed to make way for a new, smaller, modern structure.

The old house, which I knew so well, continues to be quite visible on the memory screen of my still-viable mind. In the following pages, I will share some of that structure's uniqueness. It was more than a place just to live and grow. It was where I first learned what it means to be part of a family, part of a family that works together, cares for each other, and knows what it is to be a responsible human being.

I may not have always followed what I knew was right, but I did not flout those early teachings with impunity.

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Rolling Hills: Vignettes of a Life in Ohio

09/16/2026

“No tears in the writer, no tears in the reader. No surprise in the writer, no surprise in the reader.” ― Robert Frost

09/14/2026

Blue Baxter turns twelve in 1954 just as the school year ends, and she settles in for a long, lazy summer vacation.

But when backyard garden vegetables begin to mysteriously disappear in the night, Blue's investigation leads to the discovery of three "illegal" migrant worker kids hiding in a tool shed. They're on the run from border patrol agents and fearful of taking help from strangers who might turn them in.

Determined to do what's right, Blue enlists the help of her GramZees, the one person Blue trusts to speak her mind, even when it means facing down hate and prejudice.

But doing the right thing means hard choices are ahead for Blue and her family. Going against the law, their neighbors, and white supremacists puts everyone in jeopardy as they race against time to find the migrant children's grandmother in hopes of giving them a haven from deportation.

As tensions rise in town, border patrol agents and white supremacist vigilantes close in. Blue finds herself coming of age in the midst of a historic moment, caught between what is right and what is safe.

"This book details the risks of migrant families trying to make their way in a new and often unwelcoming country. It encourages teens and others to think critically and compassionately about US immigration policies. The story puts a human face on news headlines." - 5-Star Amazon Review

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In the Shadows: A Story About Standing Strong Together

09/11/2026

On the outside, Samantha has it all: money, looks, opportunity, love. But on the inside, Samantha is different. She can’t stop making bad choices. She’s restless and often reckless. In The Wrong Life, we meet Samantha’s family, friends, doctors, lovers, spouse, and her children, all of whom she enlists for help in her constant search for that one elusive thing—happiness.

When Samantha meets Alice, both their lives have fallen into disarray. They develop strong ties as they help each other through dark times. They are soulmates.

Kelly Anne Johnson loves red lipstick, perfectly manicured nails, and strong men. She and Samantha get along so well as college roommates that after school they move together to NYC. Kelly has a lot to say about relationships.

Jay Anthony Russo meets Samantha in high school. He’s been attracted to Samantha forever and regularly shows up wherever she settles—no matter her relationship status.

When Samantha meets Dennis McKenzie, she believes she has found her true love, her protector, and the right life, the one she’s been searching for all this time. Dennis is a celebrated surgeon who adores Samantha, and although he’s aware of her problems, he’s certain he can fix whatever’s wrong and that they’ll be the perfect couple.

And Samantha feels that way too—for a time—until the fear, doubt, and questions creep back in: Did I choose the wrong life? Is there a right life?

"Raw and poignant, this is a must-read novel for those seeking character-driven literary fiction." -Laura Bush, celebrated First Lady of The United States

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The Wrong Life

09/09/2026

“Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.” – Joseph Addison

09/07/2026

Centered around an old, eerie graveyard, this novel pulls the reader into the suspense of a twisted thriller and the spiral of internal turmoil experienced by twelve-year-old Lacey Tracey as she journeys through middle school drama.

Enduring her family's move from the metropolis of Pittsburgh, PA to the small, middle-of-nowhere town Cemetery Ridge, OH, Lacey tries to fit in with peers at her new school, while at the same time, being on the receiving end of student dislike for the principal, her (adoptive) father.

Believing Cemetery Ridge is a strange, hick town where nothing exciting could possibly happen, Lacey finds herself plunged into intrigue, piecing together clues to the disappearance of a young girl named Brooke who tries desperate measures to reunite with her family.

Developing confidence in herself, Lacey turns foes into friends as circumstances collide and relentless determination must get them through a dangerous encounter with an unexpected stranger to solve a mystery with far-reaching tentacles to the past.

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Centered around an old, eerie graveyard, this novel pulls the reader into the suspense of a twisted thriller and the spiral of internal turmoil experienced by twelve-year-old Lacey Tracey as she journeys through middle school drama. Enduring her family's move from the metropolis of Pittsburgh, PA...

09/04/2026

Hockey Daze hockey cartoons celebrates 25+ years of hockey hilarities. Come inside and enjoy the lighter side of hockey along with fun facts and trivia associated with the greatest sport on the planet! This collected work features Rolf Remlinger's published, unpublished, and rare never before seen cartoons. They will tickle the funny bone and have you laughing all the way to the ice rink. So, lace up those skates, tape up the stick, and slap shot your way to a natural hat trick into the wacky and wild world of Hockey Daze hockey comics!

"These comics show the humor inside the world of hockey. From sticks, pucks, and goalie ambitions, this artist leaves no ice unskated in the sport of hockey!" - Amazon Reviewer

Hockey Daze hockey cartoons celebrates 25+ years of hockey hilarities. Come inside and enjoy the lighter side of hockey along with fun facts and trivia associated with the greatest sport on the planet! This collected work features Rolf Remlinger's published, unpublished, and rare never before see...

09/02/2026

“We read to know we're not alone.” ― William Nicholson

08/31/2026

Have you ever wondered what our planet, Earth, thinks about her life now? Read what she says in this simple, yet educational chat with her Solar System friends. She has some problems to solve, so she turns to her fellow planets and the Sun for advice. Read what they say and what Earth decides to do. What can we do to help her?

"This book does an excellent job of personifying the Earth and the issues it is facing. The writing style is aimed at an early middle school level, but anyone with an ear for astronomy and our environment will find value in each chapter. The illustrations add a layer of detail that makes the work truly unique!" - 5-Star Amazon Review

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Have you ever wondered what our planet, Earth, thinks about her life now? Read what she says in this simple, yet educational chat with her Solar System friends. She has some problems to solve, so she turns to her fellow planets and the Sun for advice. Read what they say and what Earth decides to ...

08/28/2026

At the Palazzo Comitini in Palermo, Sicily, a new friend named Angelique asks for the help of Jasmine, Topo and Roxanne, to save a mysterious group of animals known only as the Second Chance Circus! Who are they and can Prince Antonino and our heroes help them in time and save the day? Find out in this heartwarming adventure that's both colorful and FUN!

"The artwork is phenomenal and helps support the beautiful and gentle stories. I highly recommend this book!" -5-Star Amazon Review

Topo and the Second Chance Circus!