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The Odyssey of Homero Garcia

Homero García is a common Cuban citizen, a dentist by profession, whose life crumbles when he is unjustly accused of a crime by regime agents. Incarcerated and mistreated, Homero manages to escape but finds himself relentlessly pursued by an obsessed G2 officer. In "The Incredible Odyssey of Homero García," discover how an ordinary man challenges a totalitarian regime in search of justice and freedom. This captivating story will take you on an emotional rollercoaster, exploring the limits of oppression and the indomitable strength of the human spirit. Can Homero find redemption and peace in this unforgiving world?
Jesús Uriarte, a stomatologist by profession, was born in Cuba and has led a life filled with diverse experiences. From his successful career as a maxillofacial surgeon in Cuba, Mozambique, and Brazil to his humanitarian dedication in the United States, providing care to Cuban rafters through the USCCB at U.S. Border Patrol offices. Now retired and living in Miami, he has turned to writing novels, seeking to share testimonies that reveal a painful era and yearn for a future free from oppression.

Homero García es un ciudadano cubano común, dentista de profesión, cuya vida se desmorona cuando es acusado injustamente de un crimen por agentes del régimen. Encarcelado y maltratado, Homero logra escapar, pero se encuentra perseguido implacablemente por un oficial del G2 obsesionado. En "La Increíble Odisea de Homero García," descubre cómo un hombre común desafía a un régimen totalitario en busca de justicia y libertad. Esta cautivadora historia te llevará en una montaña rusa emocional, explorando los límites de la opresión y la inquebrantable fortaleza del espíritu humano. ¿Podrá Homero encontrar redención y paz en este mundo implacable?
Jesús Uriarte, estomatólogo de profesión, nacido en Cuba, ha llevado una vida llena de experiencias diversas. Desde su exitosa carrera como cirujano máxilo-facial en Cuba, Mozambique y Brasil hasta su dedicación humanitaria en los Estados Unidos, brindando atención a los balseros cubanos por la USCCB en las oficinas del U.S. Border Patrol. Ahora, jubilado y radicado en Miami, se ha volcado a la escritura de novelas, buscando compartir testimonios que revelan una época dolorosa y anhelan un futuro libre de opresión.

The Drop

Troubled by a failing marriage, Tino Font, an undercover agent from the Cuban Intelligence Service, vacations with his family in Ronda, Spain, while he plans to leak to the media a material in his possession compromising the controversial president of the United States. A failed attempt from a trained team to stop Tino disrupts his holiday and mission. He puts his family safe with the help of his mentor who lives in incognito exile in Andalusia. Tino returns to Cuba to walk back on his tracks without endangering his source but determined to find out who knows about the operation he had kept under wraps from his colleagues. Once in Cuba, Tino not only has to deal with the power fights within the new Cuban government after 60 years of Castro's regime but also with the presence of the Russian and US espionage agencies, which coincidentally also travel to Havana to pressure the young administration to hand over the valued material at any cost.
Iohamil Navarro Cuesta graduated with a degree in English Language and Literature from the University of Havana in 1994. He began his professional career as a production assistant at the Cuban Institute of Cinematographic Art and Industry. His debut as a feature film producer was the acclaimed movie "El Benny" by Jorge Luis Sánchez. Iohamil has produced Cuban and international films and TV series such as "Cuba Libre," "Yes," "Huracán Chamaco," "El Rey del Mundo," among others. "La Entrega" marks his debut as an author, and he is currently preparing to produce his first movie script.

La Entrega
Tino Font, un agente de inteligencia cubano, vacaciona con su familia en Ronda, Andalucía. Tienen en su poder, gracias a su contacto dentro del gobierno norteamericano, una memoria USB con un video comprometedor del presidente de los Estados Unidos. Un intento de robo en su bungalow impide la filtración del material a la prensa internacional. Tino atrapa al asaltante y confirma que no se trata de un simple atraco, sino de una operación bien organizada para substraerle la memoria. No sabe cómo le han descubierto a pesar de haber mantenido en secreto la existencia del video. Necesita volver a Cuba para rastrear al traidor entre sus colegas, pero antes debe poner a su familia a salvo. Recurre a su mentor, quien vive un retiro incógnito en Córdoba, y se marcha a Cuba, donde llegan también los servicios de inteligencia rusos y americanos para presionar al gobierno cubano y hacerse con el valioso objeto a cualquier precio.
Iohamil Navarro Cuesta se graduó en Lengua y Literatura Inglesas en la Universidad de La Habana en 1994. Comenzó su carrera profesional como asistente de producción en el Instituto Cubano del Arte e Industria Cinematográficos. Su debut como productor de largometrajes fue con la aclamada película "El Benny" de Jorge Luis Sánchez. Iohamil ha producido películas y series de televisión cubanas e internacionales como "Cuba Libre", "Yes", "Huracán Chamaco", "El Rey del Mundo", entre otras. "La Entrega" marca su debut como autor, y actualmente está preparando la producción de su primer guion cinematográfico.

En el Principio Del Fin
Airam, junto a un grupo de personas, intenta sobrevivir en un mundo devastado por desastres naturales y guerras; excluido a las afueras de la ciudad, donde Belusat gobierna con una falsa ideología… Profecías, mensajes ocultos, simbólicos números y nombres, antiguos reyes y mucho más, rodean cada lugar de la disputada ciudad donde habitan; magnífico escenario de luchas pasadas y futuras… Amor, fe y religión son los cimientos, las convicciones e ideales de sus personajes, quienes a pesar de las adversidades, misterio, traiciones y situaciones inexplicables que deben enfrentar, esperan un mañana mejor en el cual ser felices…

Aneisi Hernández Ruiz es una escritora cubano-estadounidense de novelas, cuentos y frases. Durante más de doce años ha estudiado e investigado en profundidad para producir estaobra, con el objetivo de permitir a los lectores conocer un poco más sobre los grandes misterios de Dios y la humanidad, a través de la ficción y la realidad que contiene la novela. Participó en varios talleres literarios en la Casa de Cultura de Santa Clara, Villa Clara, Cuba, impartidos por Yamil Díaz Gómez, escritor, editor, periodista y profesor, donde aprendió sobre literatura, narrativa y formas de escritura. Sus novelas se caracterizan por estar escritas simultáneamente en el estilo de dos narradores. Todas sus obras, aunque sean modernas, fantásticas o futuristas, contienen un impacto crítico, profundo y drástico en diferentes sociedades alrededor del mundo.

In the Beginning of the End
In a world torn apart by natural calamities and wars, Airam and a resilient group find themselves on the outskirts, shunned by a society ruled under the deceptive ideology of Belusat. As they navigate the contested city, prophecies, enigmatic messages, and echoes of ancient kings intertwine with their present struggles, painting a vivid tapestry of past and future conflicts. Amidst the chaos, love, faith, and unwavering conviction become the pillars that sustain these characters. Despite facing adversity, enduring mystery, betrayals, and inexplicable challenges, they cling to the hope of a brighter tomorrow, where happiness can finally reign. "In the Beginning of the End" is a gripping tale that transcends time, weaving together the threads of destiny and resilience in the face of a fractured world.
Aneisi Hernández Ruiz is a Cuban-American writer of novels, stories, and phrases. For more than twelve years, she has studied and researched in depth to produce this work, with the aim of letting readers know a little more about the great mysteries of God and humanity; through the fiction and reality that the novel contains. She participated in several literary workshops at the Casa de Cultura de Santa Clara, Villa Clara, Cuba, taught by Yamil Díaz Gómez, writer, editor, journalist, and professor; where she learned about literature, narrative, and writing forms. Her novels are characterized by simultaneously being written in the style of two narrators. All her works, even if they are modern, fantastic, or futuristic, contain a critical, deep, and drastic impact on different societies worldwide.

The Music Box
When Lucia accidentally destroys a cherished gift meant for a sick girl, she is overwhelmed with guilt and driven by a newfound determination. On Christmas Eve, she embarks on a frantic journey through snowy streets to replace the music box, facing unexpected obstacles and making selfless choices along the way. Her desperate quest becomes intertwined with the lives of a devoted father and his ailing daughter, uncovering the true spirit of Christmas and the profound power of redemption. In this heartwarming and poignant tale, Roberto Jimenez weaves a story that beautifully captures the magic of the holidays and the resilience of the human spirit.

Roberto Jimenez is a registered nurse, high school teacher, photographer, and author. He lives with his wife and children in Miami, FL. On his days off, you can find him obsessing over his adored family, cooking, or in search of the next "best film," always trying to find the beauty in everything.

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