Blessed with a high emotional IQ, Phinn Reed enters the world with the promise of finding his soul mate. With heaven's memories erased, his romantic quest teaches him that the heart often sees clearer than the eyes-and that not everyone has ordered the same items from The Menu. This inspirational love story is heartfelt evidence that love stories come in many different forms.

The Menu

Literature & Fiction

Manchester, Steven

Genre Fiction

Luna Bella Media, Incorporated

It’s the winter of 1984. Twelve-year old Herbie and his two brothers—Wally and Cockroach—are enjoying the mayhem of winter break when a late Nor’easter blows through New England, trapping their quirky family in the house. The power goes out and playing Space Invaders to AC DC’s Back in Black album is suddenly silenced—forcing them to use their twisted imaginations in beating back the boredom. At a time when the brothers must overcome one fear after the next, they learn that courage is the one character trait that guarantees all others. This hysterical coming-of-age tale is jam-packed with enough nostalgia to satisfy anyone who grew up in the ‘80s or at least had the good fortune to travel through them. EARLY PRAISE “If you loved the ever popular A Christmas Story, be prepared for another classic. Bread Bags &amp; Bullies is a must read! Funny, poignant, and heartwarming—Steven Manchester is a master storyteller.” – Jamie Farr, Actor, M.A.S.H. “Bread Bags &amp; Bullies is a detailed eye-opening experience of the Big Hair decade. Enjoyable whether you were there or not—or just can’t quite remember it.” – Barry Williams, Actor, The Brady Bunch “Steven Manchester’s Bread Bags &amp; Bullies captures a simpler time, just before technology began dominating America’s time and attention. This nostalgic story is hilarious, told by a family of characters you won’t soon forget. A must read!” – Ed Asner, Actor, Lou Grant “Steve Manchester’s Bread Bags &amp; Bullies is a fantastic blast from the past, evoking all the fun and nostalgia of the ‘80s—even my big hair!” – Audrey Landers, Actress, Dallas “In Bread Bags &amp; Bullies, the writing is so vivid, the pace and rhythm so quick, that I truly felt I was watching it on screen.” – Joan van Ark, Actress, Knots Landing “Steven Manchester’s latest book, Bread Bags &amp; Bullies, made me recall the town I ‘grew up in’— mythical Mayfield. Instantly taking you back to 1984, the characters and situations are so believable that you’ll want to keep turning the pages.” – Tony Dow, Actor, Leave It to Beaver “It’s always fun to be a part of history and pop culture. Reading the Waltons’ famous ‘Goodnight, John-boy’ referenced in Bread Bags &amp; Bullies was a special treat—especially since the reply was ‘Night, Erin.’” – Mary McDonough, Actress, The Waltons “In Bread Bags &amp; Bullies, Steven Manchester’s writing style is very reminiscent of Jean Shepherd’s A Christmas Story—but for the ‘80s.” – Lynne Marta, Actress, Footloose “Bread Bags &amp; Bullies is not only fun, but educational in its own way. What an entertaining read!” – Marla Gibbs, Actress, The Jeffersons "Bread Bags &amp; Bullies rocks!” – Billy Squier, ‘80s Rock Icon, Stroke Me “You can like this book if you want to. You can leave your friends behind. Because if your friends don't like this book…well, they’re no friends of mine.” – Ivan Doroschuk, Lead Singer of Men Without Hats, Safety Dance "In Bread Bags &amp; Bullies, Steven Manchester captures the ‘80s to the smallest detail. With each page turned, memories flood back. Using the lightest of touch, he tells his story with tongue firmly planted in cheek. Bread Bags &amp; Bullies is a delight!” – Nick van Eede, Lead Singer of Cutting Crew, Died in Your Arms “Bread Bags &amp; Bullies is so—like, totally—‘84, it makes me want to get out my leg warmers and glow sticks, backcomb my hair, and romp around the room to Footloose. And then I remember, I don’t have any hair.” – Thomas Dolby, ‘80s Recording Artist, She Blinded Me with Science “Manchester’s book, Bread Bags &amp; Bullies, brings to mind many of our techno ditties. ‘How you gonna keep ‘em down on Maggie’s Farm once they’ve seen Devo?’” – Gerald V. Casale of DEVO, Whip It

Bread Bags & Bullies: Surviving the 80s

Humor & Satire

It's been said that a man must first move himself before he can move the hearts of others. In this faith-based collection, Steven Manchester not only intends to capture the thoughts of his readers, but aspires to touch their souls as well. Within Higher and Other Poems of Faith, the author discovers that joy is not actually found in answering life's great questions, but rather in asking. It's the journey that inspires the poetry within, not the idea of actually finishing the trip.Throughout Higher and Other Poems of Faith, both verse and prose are unified in a hopeful theme and tone. Having drawn inspiration from family, friends and the kindness of strangers, Manchester maintains his deliberately simplistic style of expression. He prefers that his readers search their mind and heart rather than being forced to dissect and analyze each poem's meaning. And it is the human heart for which he aims.

Higher and Other Poems of Faith

Poetry

It's the summer of 1984, a season of dodging lawn darts and chugging lemonade-or at least the discolored tap water Ma tried to disguise as lemonade.Growing up is never easy, no matter what era you do it in. For generations, teenagers have suffered peer pressure, bullying, fear of rejection, and a sadistic obstacle course of one unexpected challenge after the next. Three brothers, Wally, Herbie, and Cockroach, learn that the past can be filled with questions-even shame and regret-while the future might be shrouded in worry and fear. But staying in the moment, now that's where the sweet spot is.

Lawn Darts & Lemonade: Tackling the '80s

A middle-aged collection of heartfelt Christmas tales.

Holiday Traditions: Tales of Christmas Magic

Children's Books

Holidays & Celebrations