Have you heard of the best selling book The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying by Sogyal Rinpoche? Did you know that this man, famous in the Tibetan Buddhist world, has been abusing students for decades? It’s quite a story.Read AIA Publishing's latest book to find out what happened when a student discovered that her spiritual teacher was seriously abusing his closest students. Become aware of the dark underbelly of some Tibetan Buddhist groups. ‘A compelling account of what can go wrong in religious groups.’ Barbara Scott Emmett, author. DESCRIPTION Fallout is the memoir of one woman’s journey from ignorance of the reports of physical, emotional and sexual abuse by Sogyal Rinpoche, spiritual teacher of the Rigpa Tibetan Buddhist community, to the realisation of the depth of the trauma suffered by survivors, and how certain beliefs and assumptions enables such abuse. It’s also a tribute to the healing power of the What Now? virtual support group, and … [Read more...]
Coming Soon – The Rat Catcher’s Grandson: A Sixties Travel Memoir
When Barry White, a young plumber, leaves Australia for Canada in 1960, he has no idea that his travels will take him from the freezing wastes of the Canadian North West to the searing heat of Qatar where he works in some of the toughest conditions in the world, or to a London basement flat where a group of intellectuals introduce him to a level of thought and culture previously unknown to him. Written with self-depreciating humour in a uniquely Australian voice, The Rat Catcher's Grandson not only chronicles Barry's most entertaining adventures but also gives insight into life during the cold war era and an appreciation for Australian resourcefulness and humour. Warning: Heavy use of profanities and Australian slang—glossary included. Extra comment If you’re offended by cursing and words that are now considered politically incorrect, then this book is not for you. The language is, however, a true representation of a time and character, and if you remember … [Read more...]
Coming Soon – Fallout: Recovering from Abuse in Tibetan Buddhism
‘A compelling account of what can go wrong in religious groups.’ Barbara Scott Emmett, author. Fallout is the memoir of one woman’s journey from ignorance of the reports of physical, emotional and sexual abuse by Sogyal Rinpoche, spiritual teacher of the Rigpa Tibetan Buddhist community, to the realisation of the depth of the trauma suffered by survivors, and how certain beliefs and assumptions enables such abuse. It’s also a tribute to the compassion, wisdom, and resilience of members of the What Now? virtual support group, and a cautionary tale for students and potential students of any guru-centred spiritual group. Publication date: July 20th Buy now at the special pre-order price Paperback Amazon Book Depository Ebook Kindle … [Read more...]
A 5 Star Review for ‘In Search of Jane Austen’
If you're wondering whether or not to pick up a copy of Ken Methold's latest book, In Search of Jane Austen, this great review should convince you. It was written by one of the Awesome Indies Book Awards assessors Charles Ray. When actress/playwright Sarah Kedron is summoned to Carlton House, home of the Prince of Wales, eldest son and heir of the mentally ill King George III and Prince Regent, she goes out of a sense of royal obligation, not expecting much to come of the visit. When she’s asked to take on the task of verifying the authenticity of the works of recently-deceased author, Jane Austen, she’s intrigued. The supposedly reclusive Austen, just after her death the previous year, was the author of two of the most popular books in England. With the assistance of her close friend and companion, Elizabeth, and the support of her father, owner of one of London’s most widely-read newssheets, she begins an investigation into Austen’s life, turning over stones that some … [Read more...]
Coming soon: In Search of Jane Austen: An Investigation of a Life by Ken Methold
What I like about this short book on the life of Jane Austen is that it deals with biographical material in a unique and interesting way. Though the story of Jane’s life that amateur sleuth Sarah Kedron uncovers is true, the story of Sarah Kedron’s investigation is fictional. Considering that there is still some confusion over the details of Jane’s life, this book is an excellent and entertaining way of learning the facts. DESCRIPTION After Jane Austen’s death at the tragically young age of forty-two, her brother Henry published a brief biography of her life which seemed to contradict the view of others who’d known her. Intrigued by the mystery of the conflicting stories, the Prince Regent’s librarian asks Regency playwright and amateur detective Sarah Kedron to uncover the truth about Jane. Sarah takes up the challenge and interviews family members, publishers, friends, in fact, everyone who could throw some light on matter. This fascinating account of Jane’s life is … [Read more...]
Out Now: Becoming Human by Kenneth L. Decroo
When Dr. Ken Turner and his colleagues finally find half-human, half-chimpanzee hybrids in the dark jungles of the Congo, they think they are at the end of their long quest, but shady government agents have discovered the hybrids and plan to exploit them for military use. With the ruthless agents growing ever closer to realizing their goals, Dr. Turner and company must find a way to protect the creatures without destroying their careers and, for that matter, their very lives. Paperback Amazon Book Depository Ebook Kindle What Readers Are Saying “Becoming Human by Kenneth L. Decroo is a frightening tale of science unguided by ethics, and the devastation that can be wrought by government agencies that operate without benefit of effective oversight. Step-by-ominous-step, the author takes you from the relatively benign environs of Reno, Nevada to the dark menace of the Congolese jungles, to the even more dangerous environs … [Read more...]
Out Now: A Thread So Fine by Susan Welch
AIA Publishing is pleased to announce the publication of A Thread So Fine by Susan Welch. This is an excellent book for those who enjoy historical fiction from the mid twentieth century, and for readers of women's fiction.It's available in ebook and paperback. No love is as safe as that of an inseparable sister; no hurt as deep as when she leaves without a trace. St. Paul, MN, 1946: As little girls, the Malone sisters relied on each other for companionship and affection as their mother remained distant, beating back the demons of her own mysterious childhood. Now young women, the closely-knit sisters endure separate tragedies that threaten to tear them apart. Diagnosed with tuberculosis, Shannon undergoes a life-saving hysterectomy while Eliza suffers a shameful, unexplained pregnancy. Eliza delivers and relinquishes a baby girl, and quickly leaves home—perhaps forever—taking her secrets with her. Broken-hearted, Shannon vows to hold onto the invisible thread of … [Read more...]
New Release: The Awakening of Russell Henderson – contemporary literary fiction
When Chicago investment-banker Russell Henderson—newly divorced and suffering from depression—makes a spur-of-the-moment decision to go on a camping trip to explore the Western United States, he steps outside his usual safe mode of operation and opens up a wealth of new, and scary, possibilities. Somewhere in Iowa, he picks up a woman hitchhiker, who challenges everything in which he believes. This sets off a chain of events that involve an American Indian sweat lodge, a Tibetan Buddhist Rinpoche, and a road trip through stunning countryside. His relationship with the woman becomes more complex, and deep self-reflection eventually leads him to step outside the confines of his upbringing and discover who he truly is. Part road trip, part romance, and fully visionary, this is a delightful story that both inspires and entertains. Paperback Amazon Book Depository Ebook Kindle What Readers are saying: "The protagonist, Russell, enters the story as a … [Read more...]
Coming soon: Becoming Human – a thriller
When Kenneth L. Decroo came to me with Almost Human, he told me he had 2 more books in the series to come. I was so impressed with Almost Human that I agreed to publish the whole series, but saying something like that is always a risk - the next book could have been terrible! I figured, however, that I could work with him to make sure that we came up with something that would meet AIAP's standards, but when he presented me with the second book, Becoming Human, I realised that I needn't have worried because this book is even better than the first. Kenneth has grown as a story teller and as a writer, and I hope I'll be able to publish many more books for him in the coming years. But what about Becoming Human? What can I say? It's a great story, an excellent sequel that leaves you wondering where the series will go next. The themes delved into in book one are developed further and it all moves at a pace that is not too breathless, but never lags. I highly recommend this series, … [Read more...]
Coming Soon: The Awakening of Russell Henderson – Contemporary Visionary fiction
When the author Ed Lehner submitted this book to AIA Publishing for consideration, I was delighted and snapped it up immediately. It's a wonderful story and beautifully executed. Lehner manages to make a character that some might consider a bigoted red-neck into an innocent. Russell is the way he is simply because he's never examined the beliefs his parents instilled in him. The road trip he undertakes in a rare moment of spontaneity is more than a journey to see some of the beautfil American countryside, it is a journey into himself that has profound ramifications for himself, the woman he meets on the way and his whole family. This is an uplifting story, skilfully told so that you never want to lay the book down. Description When Chicago investment-banker Russell Henderson—newly divorced and suffering from depression—makes a spur-of-the-moment decision to go on a camping trip to explore the Western United States, he steps outside his usual safe mode of operation and … [Read more...]
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