Colors of Truth is a work of fiction in the coming-of-age, interpersonal drama, and recent history genres. Penned by author Paula Paul, the tale follows Caroline and Pearlie, two teenage girls in 1950s Texas. Despite living in the same town, their lives differ greatly: Caroline...

Concrete Wings: One Man’s Fifty Year Journey to Personal Freedom by Beverly Gandara is a historical novel that follows the life and struggles of Julian Vida, a Cuban immigrant, and his journey to inner freedom. It is the eve of the event that has come...

Counterblow Clemency is a YA science fiction thriller by Naomi Shibles. Set in the year 2117 in Promo City, the story follows Bjorn Bear, a sixteen-year-old teenager born into an affluent family. After inadvertently destroying his parents' wine collection, Bjorn is thrown out of the...

Zoey is a lively young girl, full of joy and energy. She also has a head full of curly hair “that danced in the wind like a field of wildflowers.” Now, how poignant is that? And Lachandra M Robinson has more clever words of wisdom...

“The Cycle” by Jay Amberg is a very different, but very interesting, type of book. I am not sure how to classify it, but I think it should be required reading for a lot of people, from students to corporate CEO’s. The 'Cycle' Jay is...

Danforth: Eldritch Tales of WWII (A Cthulhu Mythos Story) by Christopher Michael is a fascinating blend of fantasy, horror, paranormal mystery, and historical fiction. Robert B. Danforth has a PhD in Sociology focusing on Occult Studies. As a child, he encountered an apparition in the...

Dangerous Attraction by Dori Pulitano weaves an intense tale of crime, loyalty, and romance, centered on Massimo, a Mafia figure, and Madison, who finds herself reluctantly drawn into his dangerous world. Madison applies to work at Velvet Ace Lounge and Casino, the Anastasi family's business....

Dangerous Pursuit by Bethany Rosa follows Jackson Soloman as he battles with dealing with his new and very much unwanted assistant. Mia Marcos finds herself on the receiving end of not only her boss's desire but his ire as well. As the two continue to...

Written between 1987 and 1994, Dead in the Heart is an emotionally poignant collection of poems by David Marr. These poems cover a variety of themes and topics, as seen from the perspective of a young adult trying to find their place in the world....

Samantha Church has already faced tremendous danger and hardship, but things are not getting much better for her in Dead Wrong by Betta Ferrendelli. Still recovering from injuries she received during a kidnapping, Sam feels guilty for Wilson’s need for a prosthesis to replace the...

In Death Under the Steeple by Ruben D. Gonzales, the third book in the Black Mountain Mystery series, Pastor William Bennett is found dead at Living Waters Church in Black Mountain, North Carolina. He has a gunshot wound to the head, but the weapon is...

We all need to find relief and optimism, but the way Tara Fox Hall has managed to make my day with her wonderful book Deep Breaths: Tales of Hope and Inspiration 2 is something I recommend you try. This book collects short stories and anecdotes,...

Deep Breaths: Tales of Hope and Inspiration by Tara Fox Hall is a collection of previously published non-fiction articles about the author's experiences with nature, animals, and living a rural life. Many of the stories revolve around the rescue and subsequent lives of animals: hummingbird...

Demons Also Dream: Summoned by Ava Lock is a supernatural fiction novel that blends elements of horror, suspense, and fantasy. The story follows Joscelyn Wild, a psychic and bestselling supernatural suspense writer, whose dark visions fuel her creative work. When Joss becomes a prisoner in...

JR Wirth has set Destiny's Lot, A Halloween Love Story, in a time when life was simpler. There was no social media, mobile phones or email. People actually had to use a dial-up telephone, write a letter or communicate face-to-face. Children congregated together and interacted...

Disappointment is a Wave (Emotion Series) by Lauren Martin is an educational picture book for young children. Disappointment is a common emotion we all feel regularly. Unfortunately, children feel it too. There's no need for concern because Lauren Martin is back with another in her...

Shani T. Night's Do I Belong? follows the story of a young boy named Leo. He lives in a small, bustling town, and from the outside, nothing sets him apart from any other kid except for his round-framed glasses. They make him feel different from...

Do Over by Juliet Rose is the story of Samantha Rutliff, a woman who struggles with an undiagnosed mental illness. Sam made a terrible mistake and hurt some important people in her life. Devastated and regretful, Sam packed her bags and left her house. She...

Dodging Cupcakes by Laura Pashley is the story of a seventh-grade girl, Mindy, who moves from Chicago to a small town, Oglesby, with her father. In Chicago, she was a student at a private school, but in Oglesby, she joined a school that was once...

Dogs of Warr is a work of fiction in the action, military, and thriller subgenres. It is best suited to mature readers owing to scenes of violence and explicit language throughout. Penned by author TR Gabriel, the story follows the legendary Colonel Nathan Alexander Warr...

Dogs of Warr II: By Executive Request is a work of fiction in the action, military, and thriller subgenres. It is best suited to mature readers owing to scenes of violence and explicit language throughout. Penned by author TR Gabriel, we reunite with the Dogs...

S.E. Palmer has created a beautiful fantasy novel with strong characters and a roller-coaster plot. Pressured from all sides to make huge life decisions, Kaiya takes refuge in her safe space, the forest. While there, Kaiya stumbles upon magical power, and instead of finding a...

Dyani’s Adventure by Kitty Arceneaux is a delightful children’s book that invites young readers to explore the wonders of diversity, friendship, and cultural understanding through the eyes of its spirited protagonist, Dyani, a curious and adventurous young girl. Setting out from her cozy neighborhood, she...

Earth Shot by Stephen Henning is the first book in the Seconds to Midnight series. It tells the story of Lucas, Avi, and Maisie, three kids who observe a strange object crashing into the forest. Their curiosity gets the better of them; despite potential danger,...

Eating 'Round the Toilet Stool is a work of collected poetry in the grief, slice of life, and expressive writing subgenres. It is suitable for the general adult reading audience. Penned by author Aubrey E. Drummond, this interesting work is a soul-stirring poetry collection delving...

Eclipse Arts by Michelle Chastaine revolves around three students at the Eclipse Supernatural School for the Arts boarding school as they juggle their passions, family expectations, and friendships. Liska, passionate about music in a family of dancers, meets Airin the banshee and Ephy the light...

Einstein Superstar Code is a work of fiction in the science fiction, adventure, and history subgenres. The work is suitable for young adult readers as well as the mature end of the middle-grade reading audience and was penned by author George Hohbach. In the author’s...

Teenagers 14-year-old Isaac Kirby and 16-year-old Sally Sartis have been chosen by fate to publicize Einstein’s Lightspeed Staff and to enlighten the world about the primary role of local symmetry in the universe. They must stop the Evil Illusion Squad, whose dark, sinister power stems...

Einstein Superstar Code 3 - Gate hcg: Exit of the Death Zone is a work of fiction in the science fiction, adventure, and educational subgenres. It is intended for young adult readers and can also be enjoyed by more advanced middle-grade audiences. Penned by author...

Eliot and the Red Boots is the first book in the Eliot and the Red Boots Adventures by Seth Hunt and Andrea Conde. Eliot doesn't want to stay inside, but the rainy weather keeps him from going outdoors. He tries to voice his concerns to...

In Ella's Letter to Santa by Ashley Hohmann, young Ella is the only girl in a family of four brothers, and her greatest wish is to have a baby sister. She eagerly wishes on a wishing star each night, imagining a sister to share secrets...

Evergreen Uprooted by Nadira “N.A.Z.” Pankey is a memoir that explores the life of a young girl growing up in a tough neighborhood in the Bronx, New York, during the 1980s. The story is told through the eyes of the narrator, who is known as...

Despite a promising prophecy, seventeen-year-old Ryan is weighed down by powerful emotions. Ryan is the predicted chosen one, and he must use the sword Excalibur to help a secret agency called the ORT. His destiny is to save his homeworld from evil terrorists and establish...

Eye of the Stormlord by Laurel Colless introduces readers to the world of Peter Blue, a young boy with a unique destiny. Born in the midst of the Global Advanced Intelligence Agency (GAIA), Peter is regarded as a legendary figure, destined to become a hero....

Ezra the Elevator's Challenging Climb, by Michael Booker and Erica Booker, is a beautiful children's book demonstrating the importance of inner strength and positive reinforcement when confronting life's challenges. Today is Ezra the Elevator's first day of service. He has a positive attitude and heartily...

Falling in Flames: Power Wielders Book 2 by S.E. Palmer follows Kaiya as she attempts to juggle life as a young woman and a power wielder. Having been thrust into this life without notice, Kaiya and her counterparts, Ross and Benji, must work together to...

Fear is a Volcano (Emotion Series), written and illustrated by Lauren Martin, helps children engage with their fears. Children can be afraid of what could go wrong when they go to school. They are anxious about new situations, bad grades, and making friends. As they...

For A Breath I Tarry is a collection of original short stories and poems written by a cooperative of different artists and collated into a single volume by Edward Campbell and Joanna Friedman. Each piece does have an arm's-length relationship with the same man, Joseph...

Norman Shabel's Four Women is a gripping legal thriller set against the vibrant yet decaying backdrop of Miami Beach in 1968. The novel dives into a web of corruption, greed, and political maneuvering, brought vividly to life through the struggles of four remarkable women: Helen,...

Fourteen: A Daughter's Memoir of Adventure, Sailing, and Survival by Leslie Johansen Nack is a deeply emotional and moving story about the coming of age of our narrator and author who had to deal with the divorce of her parents, the abuse by her father,...