Books by Bradley L. Bartz

• Sterling and the Horses of Portuguese Bend

Sterling and the Horses of Portuguese Bend

Amid the shifting earth of the Great Palos Verdes Landslide, Sterling and the Horses of Portuguese Bend unfolds a tale of resilience, mystery, and the unbreakable bond between humans and horses. Narrated by a keen-eyed crow, this novel follows the upheaval at the Portuguese Bend Riding Club as an elite group of displaced dressage horses arrives, disrupting the delicate balance of the ranch. As the land beneath them continues to move, so do the dynamics between old and new, tradition and change. With power outages, wild weather, and a quiet but profound mystery—who really turned the lights back on?—this story is a cinematic journey through history, nature, and the unspoken wisdom of the animals that witness it all.
• The Venture Business Manual: Avoid Being Road Kill

The Venture Business Manual: Avoid Being Road Kill

A must-read for entrepreneurs navigating the turbulent road of business, The Venture Business Manual: Avoid Being Road Kill is packed with hard-won wisdom, real-world strategies, and survival tactics. Drawing from decades of experience, this book breaks down the essential lessons for launching, managing, and scaling a business while sidestepping the pitfalls that lead so many ventures to failure. Whether you're a startup founder or a seasoned entrepreneur, this manual is your roadmap to success.
• Japan.co.jp: Hardhat Required

Japan.co.jp: Hardhat Required

Japan.co.jp: Hardhat Required is an entrepreneurial odyssey that captures the highs and lows of building a business in Japan's rapidly evolving digital landscape. Bradley L. Bartz takes readers on a thrilling journey through his firsthand experiences of launching the first commercial Internet company in Japan, navigating corporate intrigue, cultural barriers, and the relentless pace of technological innovation. With a mix of historical narrative, personal anecdotes, and business insights, the book provides an unfiltered look at the challenges of being a foreign entrepreneur in Japan. Whether recounting his legendary "Act of Godzilla" clause in a high-stakes negotiation with NTT or detailing the pressures of surviving a press thrashing, Bartz delivers a compelling and often humorous reflection on risk, resilience, and reinvention in one of the world’s most unique business environments.
• The Bird in the Last Tree

The Bird in the Last Tree

In the aftermath of the Great Tsunami in Japan, The Bird in the Last Tree captures the haunting beauty of resilience through poetry. This collection weaves together reflections on loss, survival, and the indomitable spirit of those left in the wake of nature’s fury. Each poem is a delicate yet powerful meditation on the landscapes forever changed, the lives uprooted, and the silent echoes of memories carried by the sea. With vivid imagery and profound emotion, this book serves as both a tribute and a testament to the strength of the human heart in the face of unimaginable devastation.
• I Am Virginia Screenplay

I Am Virginia

I Am Virginia is a powerful and evocative screenplay co-written by Bradley Bartz and Giovanni Vines, blending historical reality with dramatic storytelling. Set in the early 17th century, it follows Virginia Johnson, a bold and unconventional young woman of African descent, navigating the complexities of colonial Virginia. The story is inspired by true events surrounding Anthony Johnson and John Casor, exploring themes of identity, power, and forbidden relationships in a world marked by rigid social hierarchies. With striking visuals, rich period details, and a compelling narrative, I Am Virginia offers a fresh and thought-provoking perspective on a little-known chapter of American history.
• Shanghai Walks, Japan Talks
• Fog Banked: A Westerbeeker Saga
• Where Does My Cat Go? Jack, he does not know.
• Miranda Finds a Home
• Shanghai Walks, Japan Talks
• Where Does My Cat Go? Jack, he does not know.
• The Place Where Batteries Cannot Go
• Mababapo: A Japanese Spy Family
• FRED: First Responder Ember Drone
• London 1600
• Trabuco Cabin: An Acid Trip Fueling Memory Lane
• Keg Party: The Discovery and Losing of Australia
• Paris 1600 - An Author's Favorite
• Kurfune: The Black Ship
• Came With The Wind: The Pocahontas Story
• The Buzzing World
• The Ghost of Fish Harbor
• John Casor: An American Hero and the 1st Legal Slave
• Peach Man Walking
• I'm a Peach: A Republican Children's Book
• Adventures of Modemboy
• ABC Solar Limited Edition Postcards
• Article 17: Docuesical of Japan's Darkest Side
• Rock Totality: The Graviton Legacy
• Japan Press Magazine
• Amtrak Across America to the Great American Eclipse 2017
• Solar Bible

Solar Bible

Solar energy is not just a technology—it’s a revolution. Solar Bible is the definitive guide for anyone looking to understand, install, or optimize solar power systems. Bradley L. Bartz breaks down complex solar concepts into practical, actionable insights, making this book an essential resource for homeowners, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals alike. Covering everything from policy and financing to installation and maintenance, this book is designed to empower readers with the knowledge to harness the sun’s power for a sustainable future​
• Solar Bible