The Books

A trilogy exploring resilience, change, and the human spirit in the American West.

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This Is No Leap Year

Brad Conners had it all—a career, a family, a good name. Then, in a matter of months, unseen forces tear it apart. Part spiritual awakening, part story of reinvention.

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Ash and Ice Cream

Brad is no longer the broken man who fled Oregon. When handed the reins of a crumbling resort, he sees more than rotting stucco—he sees possibility.

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At the Open Door

Brad has inherited more than a fortune. He's inherited a legacy—and with it, enemies who believe it should have been theirs.

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I couldn't put it down! Brad Conners' journey is both heartbreaking and inspiring.
Jack Morrison
This book made me reflect on my own life choices. A must-read for anyone facing tough times.
Emily Harper
A beautifully written story of resilience. Brian Mein captures the human spirit perfectly.
Ryan Caldwell
I was hooked from the first page. Brad's story is one that will stay with me for a long time.
Sarah Mitchell
This Is No Leap Year is a powerful reminder that sometimes the smallest steps forward make the biggest difference.
Michael Tanner

Brian Mein

Brian Mein grew up in southern California and has lived for thirty years in Oregon. Traveling throughout all of the western United States, he has experienced the changes politically, economically, and socially. These are the basis for his stories. What do we believe in?

Exploring the Heart of Change in the American West.

Brian Mein - Author