Author Dr. G. Preston Burns, Jr.’s New Book, “Leadership Under Fire,” Ranks Every U.S. President Based on Their Lives and Accomplishments to Advance the American People
Fredericksburg, VA, May 11, 2023 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– Dr. G. Preston Burns, Jr. has completed his new book, “Leadership Under Fire: A Ranking of the Performance of the Presidents with Respect to the Principles Presented in the Declaration of Independence and Adam Smith’s The Wealth of Nations”: a captivating look at every U.S. President through Bill Clinton, grading them based on their ability to follow the principles set forth by Adam Smith to lead America towards becoming a prosperous and powerful nation.
Originally from Fredericksburg, Virginia, Dr. Burns received a bachelor’s degree in economics from UVA and proceeded to earn his D.D.S. from the Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry in 1973. He served in the U.S. Public Health Service before returning to Fredericksburg to start his own practice, from which he retired in 2015 after his son took over. Between college and dental school, Dr. Burns hitchhiked around the country including Tijuana, Mexico, by himself, traveling 10,000 miles in fifty-six days on $20 with no credit card or cell phone. In addition to giving presentations to dental societies on special techniques that he developed, he has given presentations on his private adventure to Timbuktu and his private excursion to Iran in May of 2000. He is also a long-time member of the Heritage Foundation’s President’s club.
“This treatise is a reaction to the ranking of the presidents by our academia,” writes Dr. Burns. “I have ranked them by looking at their lives and deeds through the lens of Adam Smith’s ‘Wealth of Nations.’ This is essentially like our America First policy. Since our Accademia does not agree with these principles, their ranking often varies dramatically with mine. Five of their top eleven presidents do not get out of my bottom ten!! The criteria they use are essentially un-measurable and vague. I have chosen a set of criteria that is much more easily recognized and facilitates the ranking process. The presidents who have happened to line up well with these criteria have brought great prosperity to the United States and our people. Those presidents who lined up poorly with the criteria often put the United States in great danger and in many cases brought great harm and destruction to us.”
Published by Covenant Books of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, Dr. G. Preston Burns, Jr.’s riveting overview of America’s leaders will take readers on an eye-opening journey to discover which Commander in Chief truly had the best interest of the American people at heart, and which allowed their nation to flounder.
Readers can purchase “Leadership Under Fire: A Ranking of the Performance of the Presidents with Respect to the Principles Presented in the Declaration of Independence and Adam Smith’s The Wealth of Nations” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
Covenant Books is an international Christian owned and operated publishing house based in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Covenant Books specializes in all genres of work which appeal to the Christian market. For additional information or media inquiries, contact Covenant Books at 843-507-8373.
Author Denise A. Powis’s New Book, “Just be Yourself and No One Else!” Follows Three Punctuation Marks Who Try to Change Who They Are But Simply Cause Confusion
Copenhagen, NY, October 07, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– Denise A. Powis, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who enjoys painting, inventing, writing, and gardening, has completed her new book, “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!”: a heartfelt story that follows three punctuation marks who discover the importance of being true to themselves and what they do best.
In 2005, author Denise Powis received a bachelor of science degree from Empire State College, and she has worked for many years in the helping professions as a certified nursing assistant, home health aide, and substitute teacher for special education classes. At the present time, she teaches a Bible study/support group for women. In 1979, she won a 17 Islands National sailboat race.
In “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!”, readers are introduced to a period, an exclamation point, and a question mark who all long for a change of pace and decide to switch places one day. However, they soon discover they are not well suited for performing their new roles, and decide that they were made perfect for their original purpose.
Published by Hawes & Jenkins Publishing, Denise A. Powis’s engaging tale will delight readers of all ages as they discover the importance of accepting one’s self and being true to who they really are. With colorful artwork and a powerful life lesson, “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!” will help boost confidence amongst young readers, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page.
Readers who wish to experience this riveting work can purchase “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or media inquiries, contact Hawes & Jenkins at 888-430-7450.
The release of Magical Musical Memories aligns with research indicating music’s capacity to reduce stress and rekindle recollection among people living with dementia. It also echoes widely shared experiences—from football legend Sir Alex Ferguson to the family of singer Tony Christie—of music’s unique ability to unlock the past.
Inside the Community Spirit
“From the songs that we danced to at our first school dance, to the albums that became the soundtrack of our lives, each memory is a testament to the moments that have defined us,” said Helen Davies-Parsons, Chief Executive of Dormy Care Communities. “Music can transport us back to a specific time and place. Through these recollections, memories will now live on.”
How to Buy the Book—and Support Local Charities
The coffee-table style book is priced at £15. Copies can be purchased by contacting any of the five homes directly; card payments can be taken over the phone and books can be posted. A portion of every sale will be donated to local charities.
