In The Pride of Monte Cristo, JD Howard explores life in the remote mining camp of Monte Cristo in 1896 and details the story of a young artist who travels there to live with relatives and paint the breathtaking landscapes. But when a devastating flood washes away the town's only link to the outside world and leaves them stranded, the community comes together to evacuate through the wilderness of Western Washington. 
This accurate and precise historical novel, illustrated by Deborah Fox, follows a strongly imagined narrative and brings a unique view to the by-gone ways of pioneers, miners and railroaders. JD Howard’s literary contribution makes him a noteworthy figure in Pacific Northwest story telling. 
“Well told and deeply researched, this is a captivating story based on actual people and events from the isolated, spectacular mountain setting of gold rush Monte Cristo in the 1890s. Highly recommended!” - David A. Cameron: Historian - Monte Cristo Preservation Association"What fun! 
"This book draws vivid pictures of the people, the scenery, and the challenges of civilizing this part of the Pacific Northwest. Real places, real people, and a really enjoyable story line." - Fred Cruger: Snohomish County Historical Preservation Commission

The Pride of Monte Cristo

Literature & Fiction

Howard, JD

Genre Fiction

In The Pride of Monte Cristo, JD Howard explores life in the remote mining camp of Monte Cristo in 1896 and details the story of a young artist who travels there to live with relatives and paint the breathtaking landscapes. But when a devastating flood washes away the town's only link to the outside world and leaves them stranded, the community comes together to evacuate through the wilderness of Western Washington. 
This accurate and precise historical novel, illustrated by Deborah Fox, follows a strongly imagined narrative and brings a unique view to the by-gone ways of pioneers, miners and railroaders. JD Howard's literary contribution makes him a noteworthy figure in Pacific Northwest story telling. 
"Well told and deeply researched, this is a captivating story based on actual people and events from the isolated, spectacular mountain setting of gold rush Monte Cristo in the 1890s. Highly recommended!" - David A. Cameron: Historian - Monte Cristo Preservation Association\n"What fun! This book draws vivid pictures of the people, the scenery, and the challenges of civilizing this part of the Pacific Northwest. Real places, real people, and a really enjoyable story line." 
- Fred Cruger: Snohomish County Historical Preservation Commission

Comics & Graphic Novels

Graphic Novels

James P. Cuthill

Sean of the Realms

The book chronicles the journey of a 12 year old boy, his guardians Rhys and Quinn who are realm creatures. He has been in their custody since age 2 after the battle of winter's solstice. The guardians give him two of the divine weapons made by the Creator to be used in the defeat of Chaos the evil trinity of twins who rule the earth and wreak havoc throughout the realms. His only sister Kalli is found. Both siblings possess gifts for telekinesis. Kalli 
is seventeen and also possesses the gift of telepathy. Together with the guardians, they search for the remaining divine weapons. Along the way, they meet humans and realm creatures who give them aid. 
These friends are a part of an underground network sympathetic to the cause of the brotherhood and have faith in the Creator. The missing divine weapons are found. Sean doubts his faith and destiny but then regains his faith and confidence. They meet the Benshi (a mutilated henchman of Chaos) in battle with a champion Novah. The Benshi is defeated and redeemed. Subsequently, open war ensues on earth and the realms. The children vow to find their parents weather dead or alive.

Science Fiction & Fantasy

Fantasy

Ewings Publishing LLC

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