S.C. Francis is an author, entrepreneur, and enthusiastic believer in making the most of our time on earth. He's an avid world traveler, twice full-time RVer, tireless seeker of new experiences, and lover of inspirational books on living our best life. He is passionate about helping others embrace their golden years with excitement and joy.
"The Ultimate Book of Fun Things to Do in Retirement" series is the culmination of Francis' years of experience and research into the best activities, hobbies, and adventures for retirees. Packed with practical advice, creative ideas, and inspiring stories, this book is the ultimate guide for anyone looking to make the most of their retirement years.
A lifelong follower of emerging technology, he has a deg
Janine Kovac (she/her) writes about power dynamics and women’s bodies. Her work has appeared in Under the Sun, Bellingham Review, Jet Fuel Review, Pangyrus, New Ohio Review, Writer’s Digest, Publishers Weekly, Santa Fe Writers Project and elsewhere.
A former professional ballet dancer, Janine trained at San Francisco Ballet and in Ghent Belgium before embarking on a twelve-year career dancing in Iceland, Italy, Austria, San Francisco, and in her hometown of El Paso, Texas.
After retiring from the stage, Janine graduated magna cum laude from U.C. Berkeley with a bachelor’s degree in cognitive science. Her distinctions include the Glushko Prize for Distinguished Research in Cognitive Science, the Elizabeth George Foundation Fellowship from He
Merlyn Louise Mantle was an American author and widow of New York Yankees outfielder Mickey Mantle.
In 1996, Ms. Mantle co-authored a memoir of Mickey Mantle's life, entitled Hero All His Life. The book was co-written with her sons, Danny Mantle and David Mantle, and writer Mickey Herskowitz.
Julie Rogers's seventh novel, Falling Stars, is a thirteen-time award winner, including the 2023 International Firebird Award First Place in Urban Fantasy, the 2023 Global Book Award Bronze in Fantasy, the 2023 Pinnacle Book Achievement Award Best Book in Fantasy, and the 2023 Outstanding Creator Awards First in Medical Fiction.
Julie is the 1999 Writer’s Digest Writing Competition Grand Prize Winner for her short story “House Call.”
Her stories have been featured in trade, self-help, inspirational, and fiction publications, including Writer's Digest, Coping with Cancer, Daily Meditation, Mocha Memoirs, Anotherealm, Horsethief’s Journal, Images Inscript, Complete Woman, and the annual anthology Writes of Passage: Every Woman has a Story!
