…And Then I Would Fly is a memoir by Damien Thompson. The book details Damien’s childhood of abuse and neglect at the hands of his father in the wake of his parents' divorce. From his early years of looking up to his father to the...

“Expect the unexpected, or you won’t find it,” and this is especially true in Sasha Zarustin's novel 2024: Attack On America: Enter Demiurge. Reaper drones out of control, ransomware attacks, expert-level fake news, and fraudulent government correspondence are part of the job for CISA (Cybersecurity...

A Bug-lightful Discovery by Karen B. Shea is about a girl who likes killing bugs for fun. Standing on Ms. Z’s porch one sunny day, Emelia and her sisters spot an unusual beetle. While Ellery and Jacqueline stare in curious awe, Emelia is ready to...

A Good Year is the first book in the Hallowed Love Series by Tara Fox Hall. In an attempt to stop the sale of her beloved Pandora Productions to the Hollywood conglomerate Titan Pictures, Debbie makes a deal with a demon named Shaker, resulting in...

A New Dawn is a work of fiction by author Reginald Andah in the science fiction, adventure, and interpersonal drama genres. It is best suited to the general adult reading audience. The story follows Xander Williams, a soldier-in-training emerging from cryostasis into a world devastated...

Animals, folklore or fiction. These are the causes of many so-called haunted places, and paranormal investigator Jack Barnes is confident that the derelict New Castle Asylum won’t be much different as he goes inside and sets up his equipment for the night. Yet, the place...

A Table Rock Mystery by Tom Wood blends suspense and legal drama, drawing readers into a twisting tale of deception, secrets, and unexpected turns. Set against the backdrop of the Ozarks, the novel captivates with its rich descriptions and the intricate lives of its characters....

A Trip From God is a work of fiction penned by David E. Grubb in the dystopian, social issues, and drama subgenres. It is best suited to mature readers owing to some disturbing scenes and moderate adult content and discussion throughout. In this thought-provoking work...

Outstanding illustrations + wonderful story = successful book. ABCs of Affirmation Starring The Hiccups has all the ingredients to become an enjoyable classic children’s picture book. Bold, colorful images fill each page and will draw children into the book, while the non-fiction story will keep...

Agent C2C: Positive for People and Planet is an action-packed and illustrated adventure which is climate and planet conscious from cover to cover. It is best suited to the young adult and adult reading audiences and was created by author team Ehrengard Hohbach, George Hohbach,...

All These Threads of Time by Sarah Crowne is an imaginative murder mystery tale that commences in 1987 in a small New England town. Sylvie is an average girl whose seemingly ordinary life suddenly turns upside down. Her sister, June, is unexpectedly murdered, and her...

All You'll Never Be: Because of Who You Are by E. L. Neve and Tal Boldo is a profoundly insightful audiobook that ventures into the intricate relationship between one's perspective on life and the resultant happiness. In this unique and thought-provoking exploration of happiness, the...

All You’ll Never Be: Because of Who You Are by E. L. Neve is what the author describes as “A thought-provoking, smiling book.” And that description brilliantly sums up this charming, witty, whimsical self-help presentation which the author also refers to as only a “ten-minute”...

"Along the Watchtower" is the story of Lieutenant Freddie Williams who was severely injured by an IED when he was on patrol with his group in Iraq. The story proceeds on two levels: we follow along as he recovers from his injuries in the VA...

When I come across poetry I'm excited because I experience and embrace the thoughts, emotions, and transparency of the author. With over thirty poems in Among the Dying Violets by Barb Shadow, the author did not disappoint. Poems like Grandpa, My Father, Unspoken, and Moms...

An Invincible Summer By Betta Ferrendelli is a beautifully written story told with great emotion. Jaime Monroe finds herself in controversial waters when she hears that a local reporter, Leigh Roberts, plans to have her daughter, Ashleigh, forcibly sterilized to prevent unwanted pregnancies. Jaime is...

Unlike a lot of people, I’m not that big on Christmas, but the idea of An Unconventional Christmas caught my attention. What was author Tara Fox Hall's vision of an “unconventional” Christmas? Would I agree and even enjoy her concept? When Hall introduced her protagonist,...

Sometimes, the stars align and sports teams go through unprecedented winning runs that seem implausible beforehand. Gladstone High School's varsity championship-winning football team went through such a run in 1977. In An Unlikely Season, J.R. Wirth, Jim Joyce, Roy Rhino, and other contributors share their...

Anne Has an Alligator by Margaret Bain follows the titular little girl adapting to a world where every person is assigned an animal companion at birth. Unlike her peers and their less awkward companions, Anne receives an alligator. Her family moves to a new town,...

Anneliese by Dee Miller is a suspenseful historical novel set in a small town in Wisconsin. It begins during World War I. Though she had a privileged upbringing, Anneliese Doyle had always wished to break free from her mother’s restrictive rules. When she learns of...

Another Man's Freedom Fighter by Linda Naughton follows the journey of Caitlin Farland, a tenacious paramedic living in a Martian colony. The scent of rebellion permeates the air as Martian freedom fighters demand independence from the Federation, an oppressive governing body overseeing Earth and the...

While awaiting trial in Poland between 1946-47, Rudolf Höss, the man referred to as the greatest mass murderer in history, wrote his memoirs. Höss systemically executed 1.1 million men, women, and children with a chilling lack of empathy or culpability. As the prisoners entered the...

Ash Like Vengeance by J.L. Delavega is the second book in the Western fantasy Revere Trilogy. In book one, Smoke and Other Storms, the Revere family, an all-female criminal gang led by Moira "The Raven" Revere, survives on the Rim through smuggling, theft, and violence...

Avalanche Dreams: A Memoir of Skiing, Climbing, and Life is an exhilarating memoir that takes readers on a thrilling, heart-pounding journey through the life of Louis W. Dawson—a man who found solace, purpose, and personal growth in the heights of Colorado's mountains. As a celebrated...

Backyard Camping (Tales of the Barn Owl Bard) is an aptly named story in verse about an event-filled night. It’s the first time a little boy ventures out alone, equipped with a pup tent and provisions. The story is less about what happens and more...

Birthright of Scars by Laurisa Brandt is a dystopian adventure into a society where a person's social class guarantees a one-way ticket to respect or infamy. For decades, the Kobalt Throne has sought absolute control. The only thing that stands in their way is the...

Jason Bishop is a retired occultist who owns a restaurant and bar called Bishop's Crossing in the iconic French Quarter of New Orleans. Jason is familiar with the darker side of this beautiful city. Once an avid explorer of the Gloaming that gives shelter to...

In Bison Blog: An Erutuf National Park novel by Kathy Arnold Cherry, Reese Walters rushes home and tells her brother, Dean, about a mistake she made at school. They reminisce about their trip to Erutuf National Park, and she explains that she told her best...

Blackout Trail by Linda Naughton is a dystopian novel set in the future where the world as we know it is lost. Doctor Anna Hastings was used to treating people in the thick of disaster and chaos, but nothing could have prepared her for what...

Blank by Nanette L. Avery is by far one of the most interesting novellas I’ve read. Imagine the world just reset itself, everything goes blank, and mankind can’t remember the past. No one knows how much time has passed since the blank, no one...

Sarelle had been with vampire Danial for several months. She had oathed to him but did not know that the potions he was taking could make her pregnant. Then she miscarried and she could not endure his betrayals, and the knowledge that he would not...

Buster’s Scandal (Tales of the Barn Owl Bard) by Timothy Swiss is the fourth in the series and is a story any dog lover will recognize and smile about. The family is about to enjoy a steak grilled in the backyard. They rhapsodize. They anticipate....

What business professional hasn’t been bombarded with an overload of things to do, people to interact with, and places that require their presence? Thanh Nguyen has written an important book to help people ratchet down the stress and bring peace into their lives. Calm in...

The collapse of the Soviet Union is one of the most significant events of the twentieth century. Camel from Kyzylkum is the story of the author, Lara Gelya, an immigrant from the Soviet Union who left her motherland in the late ‘80s and arrived in...

In Celeste is a Star by C. Park, Celeste is scared to play with her friends. She is afraid to get on the swings or go down the slides in the playground. “What if I fall? What if I don't do it right?” are the...

Certain Sensibilities by Sondra Rice Newman is the unusual, slow-burning romance of a May-December relationship. As the plot unfolds, Elizabeth is a new resident at an assisted living facility in Tucson, Arizona. Her attending nurse is a tall, dark, and handsome young man named Cary....

Changing Hands by Nanette L. Avery is a multiple-narrative story that revolves around a single opal ring, and those who have possessed it. Or, more accurately, the reverse. From Tally and Hogan's fatal confrontation to the brazen heist orchestrated by hut-dwelling Tina and Sanjak, each...

Chasing Headlines by J. Rose Black is a fast-moving, enemies-to-lovers romance with just the right mix of humor, tension, and chemistry. Breslin Cooper is a former baseball star trying to fix his career after a major scandal ruined his reputation. At the same time,...

ChatGPT for Baby Boomers: AI Prompt Tips by Carolyn Schrader is a refreshing, engaging, and most of all practical guide for “baby boomers” entering the world of artificial intelligence. It is written with clarity and a touch of humor. This book demystifies the use of...

Chronicles of Skull & Crossbownes: The Central American File is the second installment of the series by T.R. Gabriel. When they are not enjoying the high society life of billionaires, twin brothers Timothy G. and Anthony B. Robertson are navigating the treacherous terrain of the...