The Golden Box

By Cassie A. Hunter Macedo

Unlocking the Past, One Treasure at a Time: Inside The Golden Box by Cassie A. Hunter Macedo

In Cassie A. Hunter Macedo’s nostalgic and heartwarming debut novel, The Golden Box, readers are transported to 1945 Kalamazoo, Michigan—a town where the leaves fall like golden confetti, and childhood is filled with wide-eyed wonder. Against this charming backdrop unfolds the story of five unforgettable kids: Bobby, Jason, Jody, Sarah, and the newest member of their tight-knit group, Adam.

What starts as a simple game—collecting found objects in a cardboard box—soon becomes something far more meaningful. From a pocket watch to a broken necklace, each item they discover seems to whisper of a past life. With each new trinket placed inside what they come to call “The Golden Box,” the kids begin to sense that their treasures may hold secrets—engraved initials, hidden compartments, even pieces of untold history that connect them in ways they never expected.

But this isn’t just a mystery story. It’s a journey through growing up—navigating schoolyard bullies, budding friendships, family complexities, and the quiet strength it takes to be different. Adam’s arrival into the group brings new questions, new dynamics, and a fresh reminder of what it means to belong. Meanwhile, Bobby’s struggle with learning challenges adds a layer of emotional depth that many readers—young and old—will relate to.

"A charming tale of friendship, adventure, and the hidden treasures that shape who we become."

- Greg P.

Macedo’s vivid storytelling style immerses readers in the sights, sounds, and feelings of postwar small-town America. The characters are not just believable—they’re lovable. The kids are clever, loyal, and curious, and the story invites readers to view the world through their hopeful eyes.

The Golden Box is a coming-of-age tale brimming with warmth, mystery, and meaning. Perfect for fans of stories like Bridge to Terabithia, Stand by Me, or The Goonies, this novel celebrates friendship, resilience, and the little discoveries that can change everything. At its core, it’s a reminder that sometimes the real treasures are the people beside us—and the memories we make along the way.

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Badge of Horror

In the supernatural underbelly of New Orleans, vampire detective Angelo Dubois and witch Andrea Deveraux join forces to take down Sapphira, a powerful and tyrannical vampire queen who has terrorized the city for centuries. As they fight to expose her crimes and protect both supernatural and human inhabitants, Angelo and Andrea develop a deep, forbidden love that challenges the ancient boundaries between vampires and witches. Their battle against Sapphira becomes a pivotal moment that could reshape the entire supernatural world, testing the limits of justice, compassion, and their own relationship.

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Second Chance at Love (Jessica and Jack) (Jessica, Seema and Chloe Book 1)

 

Second Chance at Love

(Jessica and Jack)

(Jessica, Seema and Chloe Book 1)

Will friendship turn into love when two best friends re-connect? Relationships don’t have to be complicated. It’s simple really – I like you, you like me, so let’s get together. If only it was that easy! We’ve known each other for years – since we met at university, and now you’re moving just down the road in West London. We can see each other all the time again, like we used to. So why can’t we take that next step and become more than friends? I‘ve had boyfriends, but no-one serious and frankly they have so often disappointed. Is it me? No! Are my standards too high? No! Or have they all been jerks? Maybe. Well, I’m not looking any more. There are plenty of men who would love to go out with me, but I’ve chosen you. Now you need to choose me as well because I won’t wait forever. I want you and now the burning question is, do you want me? I think you do, so what’s stopping you? There’s only ever been one girl for me, but only as a friend. I want to take things further, but I can’t risk losing your friendship. It is too important to me. Or should I take the risk to get it all? Even after that party when everything seemed to be finally on track, something was holding us back. We could be together now, as we were meant to be. So why aren’t we? Will Jess and Jack finally take the leap into each other’s arm or will they play it safe? ‘Second Chance at Love’ is the first in a short series of interconnected books.

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Made For Each Other (Seema and Harinder) (Jessica, Seema and Chloe Book 2)

Opposites Attract - Chloe and Carl (Jessica, Seema and Chloe Book 3)

It's Never Too Late - Mandy and David (Jessica, Seema and Chloe Book 4)

The Rebel's Hike: Amazon Digital Exclusive Edition

 

The Rebel's Hike:

Amazon Digital Exclusive Edition

The Rebel’s Hike answers questions that nearly all human beings ask themselves. Who loves me? Am I important? What’s my purpose in life, anyway?

Four middle school children find themselves in Wackus Bonkus, a colorful, invigorating, realm, talking to OSOLAT, which they learn is an acronym for Original Source of Light and Truth, about these questions. Tyrone, the foster child troublemaker, arrives in Wackus Bonkus because of a fight that put him into a coma. Elijah, the popular redhead from a solid Bible-believing Christian family, goes when her family watches movies together. Riley, creative, shy, scrawny, and parented by a single father, finds himself there when reading books, and Alyssa, a book-smart cheerleader with friend problems, goes when she’s taking tests at school.

The four children discover that OSOLAT chose them because He has plans to help their generation see the world differently than the rest of the culture has been programmed to for generations. They encounter their Experts in Wackus Bonkus, beings who are their “evil twin” counterparts, whose roles are to compel humans to make bad choices.

Each of the four adventurers are gifted Rings of Truth to use on Earth, which gives them the ability to see the soul particles inside a person’s body, even on a screen. Lighter particles reflect OSOLAT's love and purpose, while darker ones represent evil and sadness.

A journalist named Becca Brown, whose daughter Nicole goes to the same school as the foursome, wants to make a name for herself by writing an award-winning series about Tyrone’s miraculous recovery from his coma. Alyssa, with her fickle friendships, is befriended by Nicole so her mom can manipulate information out of Alyssa, who eventually cracks. In addition, her Ring of Truth disappears at the Brown residence, leading Becca desperate for answers. Knowing Elijah, Tyrone, and Riley also have Rings of Truth, Becca hires a private investigator to get his hands on one of them, eventually getting Tyrone’s prison inmate father to help. Things go terribly wrong, resulting in Tyrone's death, but not before he had begun living with Elijah’s family and becoming a podcaster with a growing following.

Tyrone’s podcast, called The Rebel’s Hike Podcast, explains many Biblical truths OSOLAT had revealed to him presented in easy-to-understand hiking metaphors. He talks about such topics as hikers choosing which trail to take, giving their rocks to OSOLAT to carry, learning where the Experts might be hiding along the way, and how to use the Trail Guide when making decisions.

After Tyrone passes away, Elijah’s 16-year-old brother, Axel, with whom Tyrone shared a room, eventually takes over the podcasts. With the help of Alyssa’s 16-year-old cousin, Nora, who becomes Axel’s girlfriend, they continue the mission to help their generation take The Rebel’s Hike, possibly changing society and the world for the better.

Readers have said, "This is the type of book that will give readers some spiritual food for thought, and I think they’ll still be thinking about it long after they’ve read the last page.”

"I think your book embraces imagination to understand and value the hopeful message of the Gospel.”

“Over and over we face a choice, even in small moments, and what that choice comes down to. Who or what am I listening to? Who or what do I answer to?"

Visit "The Rebel Hike Continues" on substack to interact with others who have read the book, give your opinion on future plots and character names, and link to music and podcasts you might enjoy.

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The Complete Alternative Medicine Encyclopedia: 700 Science Backed Treatments, with 100+ Diet Plans, for 100+ Ailments A to Z

 

The Complete Alternative Medicine Encyclopedia:

700 Science Backed Treatments, with 100+ Diet Plans,

for 100+ Ailments A to Z

Apothecary Diaries? This is your Apothecary ENCYCLOPEDIA!

700+ Remedies • 100+ Ailments • Backed by Science • Easy to Understand

The Complete Alternative Medicine Encyclopedia is your comprehensive guide to over 700 science-backed treatments and 100+ diet plans addressing more than 100 ailments from A to Z. Whether you're seeking natural remedies for common ailments or exploring holistic health practices, this encyclopedia offers evidence-based solutions to enhance your well-being.

Inside, You'll Find:

• Detailed EASY TO UNDERSTAND explanations of alternative treatments, including herbal remedies, acupuncture, and homeopathy.
• Customized diet plans tailored to specific health conditions.
• Insights into integrative medicine approaches combining traditional and alternative therapies.
• Practical tips for implementing natural cures into your daily routine.

This isn’t just another wellness book.

This is your go-to alternative health reference—organized A to Z, thoroughly researched, and designed for real life. Use it as a companion to your medical care, a family reference, or a daily resource for better living.

Whether you’re a health enthusiast, a natural remedies beginner, or someone looking for doctor-supported alternatives—this book is everything you need in one place.

Take control of your health—naturally.
Grab your copy of The Complete Alternative Medicine Encyclopedia and start your journey toward safe, supported, science-backed healing today.

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The Road to Ezra

Sometimes, the only way to find your inner strength is to first lose yourself, or is it to have it all ripped away from you? When you've lost all trust in people, it can be hard to see the truth. When that light inside you dims, trying to reignite the flame can be grueling. But Ezra Ken was determined not to give her father or anyone else that satisfaction.

Abandoned by her mother at the age of eight and left to suffer at the hands of an abusive father for over a decade, Ezra’s only hope was finally turning eighteen, receiving her wolf, and never looking back. That was until a chance meeting ignites a spark between Bash Bingham, the young Alpha of Night Tree Pack, and the troubled girl he was fated to be with, altering their lives forever. In the face of a dark truth, Ezra will learn what it truly means to love herself.

Healing is possible, over time, but it is a long road to finding yourself. And that is the Road to Ezra.

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The Devil in the Highlands: The Tales of Black-Thorne Manor

 

The Devil in the Highlands:

The Tales of Black-Thorne Manor

She came to the Highlands to bury the dead.

She found a devil waiting to claim her soul.

After the sudden loss of her husband, Eleanor Ashford retreats to her late grandfather’s remote estate in the Scottish Highlands, seeking solitude and silence. But Blackthorne Manor whispers secrets through the stone walls—secrets of bloodlines, bargains, and a legacy darker than anything she could have imagined.

Then she meets Lucan—a dangerously seductive stranger with eyes like molten gold and a touch that burns. Half-demon, cursed by ancient magic, Lucan is a cambion bound to the manor... and bound to her.

As Ellie uncovers the truth of who she is—and what she’s becoming—desire turns to obsession, and love becomes a curse of its own. Her power awakens. The shadows stir. Other demons want her now. But only one has truly claimed her.

Passion this dark was never meant to be touched.

But some women were born to burn.

The Devil in the Highlands is a steamy, gothic romance of cursed bloodlines, forbidden love, and a heroine who must choose: surrender her soul—or set the darkness free.

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Dr. Bicicletinha and the Magic of Smiles

 

Dr. Bicicletinha and the Magic of Smiles

Meet Dr. Bicicletinha, a clown doctor with a heart full of laughter and a bicycle full of surprises! When he visits the children’s hospital, he brings more than just fun and games; he brings a little bit of magic. Through his playful antics and kind spirit, Dr. Bicicletinha helps a young boy named Jhonny discover that there’s always room for joy, even in the toughest times.

This heartwarming and humorous story shows how laughter can turn a tough day into something special. With colorful illustrations and a message of hope, Dr. Bicicletinha and the Magic of Smiles is a delightful read for young readers and anyone who could use a smile.

Available in three languages – English, Portuguese, and Spanish – and in three formats: audiobook (English only), eBook, and paperback.

Perfect for families, educators, and anyone who believes in the magic of a smile 😊

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Hollywood on Trial: A Legal Thriller

"The author’s brisk narrative and compact chapters consistently fascinate as they spotlight the characters’ intersecting lives and explore all the ingredients that make up a trial." -Kirkus Review

Riveting, powerful, provocative legal thriller … industry secrets uncovered … death on a movie set … murder on trial … mystery, suspense, action …

Sexual currency, extortion, and murder—A young star dies while filming and Kaitlin O’Keefe, an ambitious and ruthless actress, gets the role. Pitting man against man, the sultry gray-eyed redhead claws her way into Hollywood's inner circle. When Kaitlin's body is found on a Malibu cliffside estate, a homicide investigation rips apart the lives of the industry elite, and the murder trial of the century shocks the world. [Audiobook Available]

❦ REVIEWS: "Have read this author before. Truly gifted." "Put you into the courtroom." "… amazing trial …" "… fully-realized characters who explode off the page. Visceral. Sensual. Alive." "Highly entertaining in a wildly wicked way." "Engaging, intriguing … author clearly knows the depth of the industry."

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Prima Nocta: A Mystical Quest for Love:

Seeking a love that lasts forever

(A collection of intertwined stories from historical fiction

to science fiction)

What if the universe conspired against you?

What if it teased you with your forever love – your other half – dangled in front of you for one passionate, sensual moment… then snatched them away?

There are threads that connect us all.

The most important ones are those that connect us to those souls we are meant to know now and again over many lives: those within our soul tribe. These people form us: they are fundamental to our very being. We may come to know them from time to time – we recognize them from an almost instantaneous deep sense of harmony. When we meet them in life, we just know who they are.

Fated Mates.

An enigmatic witch and a pursued scholar. A displaced geisha and a pining daimyō. A randy duke and a terrified sharecropper. A razor gang gangster and a luckless trollop. A witchy escort and a terminal writer, a heroic bioengineer and an obsessed quantum physicist. What do they have in common?

This is a collection of the stories of six couples who describe their experiences as they travel, together, along an emotional, metaphysical and scientific journey of discovery. Along the way, they learn to understand themselves, each other and the true nature of reality...

…and to correct the universe's malicious plan to destroy their chance of true fulfillment.

Advisory: while this is, at heart, a story about deep love, there is material within suitable only for adults

• "It's a novel that's so satisfying and rich, it made me cry."
• "The book goes from good to great in surprising ways."
• "A celebration of sexuality, but it’s really about connection."
• "Vivid prose and heartfelt moments"

This novel is in a category of its own, but if you're looking for a sense of the content, it has been compared to:

• "Cloud Atlas" by David Mitchell
• "The Time Traveler’s Wife" by Audrey Niffenegger
• "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
• "The Five People You Meet in Heaven" by Mitch Albom
• "Memoirs of Hadrian" by Marguerite Yourcenar

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Where Fredam Takes You - A Black Woman's Journey of Strength and Survival at Sea

 

Where Fredam Takes You

A Black Woman's Journey of Strength and Survival at Sea

What happens when the adventure of a lifetime turns into a test of strength? This memoir is for women’s inspirational books seekers, self-help books for women, and anyone interested in a powerful black women book that showcases resilience, personal growth, and empowerment. You’ll discover how one woman’s journey from America to Jamaica aboard her dream yacht, Fredam, became a test of survival against betrayal, exhaustion, and adversity. When I set sail, I never imagined the journey would push me to my limits. Abandoned in the Bahamas, betrayed by those I trusted, and left stranded with no way out, I had to dig deep to keep going. I endured three captains: a narcissistic manipulator, a controlling slave driver, and a reckless drunk—each one testing my strength in different ways. In this book, you will learn: How to overcome betrayal and manipulation when you’re left stranded The grit it takes to rise above adversity The strength to face your fears and take control of your own destiny This is not a story of smooth sailing; it's about personal transformation through resilience, endurance, and the power of a woman who refused to be broken. Sail with me through the chaos, the struggles, and the triumphs. Buy your copy now and find your strength.

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