Patriotic Duties by Michael Perron is a military and political thriller about a deep conspiracy to destabilize the United States government. After the kidnapping and murder of Cole Howard, Trent investigates and exposes a covert group that manipulates politicians through blackmail to force political gridlock...

Diary of Betsy Shaw by P.J. Roscoe revolves around Betsy Shaw's persistent efforts to unravel the mystery of her friend Maggie's disappearance and deteriorating situation. After Maggie vanishes, Betsy uncovers troubling details about Maggie's forced prostitution and her possible confinement in an asylum. Betsy is...

Survive Grief & Come Back to Life by Paula J Roscoe is a heartbreaking, compassionate, and uplifting memoir of a survivor. It discusses death, grief, and what one can expect to feel following the death of someone dear to them. It contains information on the grieving...

The Armstrong Agenda by Arthur Kautz follows Steve Mason, a former CIA agent who is reactivated for duty. Steve's mission is to stop millionaire Raymond Armstrong's plot to murder the president of the United States and several members of Congress. After losing his parents in...

Considering the lattice that connects in-between spaces, reconnecting shards of distant memory, or staring at a sidewalk sketch after a downpour are among ways of approaching The Sandpiper’s Spell, the stunning poetry compilation by Tom Pearson. Whether interpreting a languid moment or creating a narrative...

The Diary of Madame Rentz by Stephen Kagarise is a collection of poems that explore themes of love, ambition, and societal superficiality. The author drew inspiration from words and phrases from a historic newspaper called The Daily Astorian. The poems delve into the unusual dynamics...

Hysterion by Stephen Kagarise is a thought-provoking poetry collection that delves into various themes and emotions, drawing inspiration from historical news articles and phrases. The poems touch on various topics, including social issues, politics, war, and human nature, weaving together a poignant and introspective narrative....

Set during World War II, A Christmas Mouse by Bryn Roar is a holiday drama. Two little mice named Mistletoe and Merry live on the sprawling farm owned by the Gribble family. Unlike other mice, Mistletoe and Merry were injected with an anti-aging serum in...

The Soul Machines is a work of fiction in the history, mystery, family saga, and interpersonal subgenres. The work is best suited to the general adult reading audience and was penned by Alexandru Czimbor. Set in Transylvania, part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in the 1800s,...

Quinn Lawrence's Cinnamon Soul takes us to a realm of waning magic in which, despite the widespread use of magical artifacts and the influence of gods and various ancient legacies, few people can replicate or even understand the magical feats of previous generations. Hokuren is...

The Calling Card Murders by Kathleen Lopez follows Mike McAllister, an author struggling with writer’s block, who is developing a serial killer novel that features meticulously planned murders. As he researches various methods of killing, several real-life homicides occur that closely resemble the detailed scenarios...

Charity Tober’s Rise of the Sidekicks has left me imagining what the Avengers might have been like in their pre-teen years. All Ethan Parker wants is to get into the Justice Academy and one day be a part of the Nexus Guardians. However, he quickly...

Sometimes, second chances can be cathartic, and sometimes they cause more pain. Cameron Lane’s The Squaring of a Heart is sprinkled with romance and centered on coming home, fighting for what matters, and discovering that second chances often appear when you least expect them. Coming...

Eco Reign by L. Galuppo is a gripping young adult sci-fi novel that explores what happens after Earth loses the war against a superior alien force. When the Invaders take control, they imprison humanity and impose an environmental reset, claiming to save the planet. For...

In Michael Foster's Magic in the Blood, the Ancients once shared their world with the humans, and magic was a way of life. But the humans got greedy. The Ancients then combined their magic to create a barrier, forever cutting off humans from their world...

The Visionary Leader: The Success Principles of the World’s Greatest Visionaries by Bryan Smeltzer is an insightful exploration of the minds and methodologies of some of history’s most influential figures. Smeltzer meticulously details the traits and practices that characterize visionary leadership, creating a manual for...

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...

Hiking along the trail in the middle of nowhere was an adventure, but not having any significant memories to guide her along the way made it seem more like a punishment. Kenna was in a place of decision; the place of in-between, of what is...

Fertile Ground for Murder by Stella Sinclaire is an exciting murder mystery featuring Samantha Brewer, a true crime podcaster who returns to her quiet hometown in Iowa to find out who killed her old mentor, Ethan Green. This quickly turns into a story of greed,...

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...

Escape from Natura Meta by Jesús Canchola Sánchez is a thought-provoking story set in a future society where everyone is expected to be the same for the good of all. The main character, Gabriel, grows up in Natura Meta, a place where children are raised...

Initiate of Darkness (From the Darkness) by Barb Shadow is suspenseful horror fiction. Olivia is close to her foster brother, Seth, and always has been. But when his friend dies, Seth struggles to cope, becoming angry and depressed. Olivia has a fascination with all things...

Girl, Uncoded: A Memoir of Passion, Betrayal, and Eventual Blessings by Brandi Dredge is an amazing true story of courage and resilience. Sixteen-year-old Caroline loved hanging out with her friends, but she longed to meet the man who owned the apartment they met in. Some...

Finding a portal through an Ouija board, a demonic entity destroys lives for over five decades in the paranormal horror novel, Invitation to Darkness by Barb Shadow. In 1939, Maggie Borden dies leaving behind her grieving husband, Ezra, and her young son, J.P. Blaming J.P....

Shifting to Black by Barb Shadow is a paranormal tale like no other. New Castle Asylum was abandoned many years ago and has now been renovated. Called Forest View, it is a complex of apartments. The caretaker/manager, Joe Paine, has found an Ouija board on...

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...

A Dolphin Lost... A Daughter Found: Learning To Swim With Porpoise by Trisha Simmons is a sweet tale about a dolphin who learns about life and the importance of forging her own path. One day, a wise Fairy Godmother receives an unexpected blessing. On the ocean...

When Jackson “Jax” Lancaster’s dad decides to bring in some help with the auto shop’s finances, Jax believes he only needs a little time to figure things out on his own. So when a gorgeous, sharp-tongued redhead shows up in his garage, wearing sinfully high...

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...

Finding Max by Jennifer Wallig is a deeply personal story about a daughter spending years searching for answers to uncover her father’s biological roots after finding out as a teenager that he was adopted when he was an infant. This true story unfolds over a...

Authors Jacqueline Terrill, Connie Clyburn, and Teresa Smyser take readers on a transformative journey of faith in this illuminating devotional guide. A Good Fight of Faith offers prayers, reflections, and tools to help readers acquire wisdom from the scriptures and overcome the everyday rigors of...

The Hunter’s Craft by Stephen Olsen presents a haunting and profoundly disturbing portrayal of a man’s addiction. In this unsettling work, Stephen reveals the motivations behind his addiction to killing, describing it as an addiction stemming from the emotional detachment and isolation he experienced as...

The Dance of Vipers by A.K. Nairn transports readers to the shadowy court politics of 1517 Scotland, a land where peace is a performance and treachery simmers beneath every alliance. French diplomat Antoine de Lissieu, who is no stranger to the games of European power,...

In J. R. Wirth's The Institute, seventeen-year-old Melissa Jenkins wakes up from a terrifying, recurring nightmare. In her dream, Melissa encounters the same individual each time but cannot identify who he is. Melissa decided to volunteer at the Serenity Institute, where she began assisting Scarecrow,...

The Secret Cave and the Light of the World by Sheila Hara follows Hiro, Lani, Wazi, and their parents as they set out to explore a cave marked on an old map. Led by Papa, they carefully follow the path underground, encountering natural obstacles like...

Building 18 by Michael Urban is a captivating novel that immerses readers in the high-stakes world of aerospace engineering. Set in a secretive facility, the story follows a team of engineers tasked with designing a revolutionary rotorcraft under immense pressure, tight schedules, and limited resources....

Cw II: Colstrip Withdrawal II by Michael Urban is a provocative and emotionally charged drama that captures the ripple effects of an energy-dependent town facing a bleak future. We find ourselves in Colstrip, Montana, where the shutdown of its coal-fired lifeblood sends shockwaves through a...

Success Against the Odds: What Interesting People Did by June Raleigh is an exploration of historical and cultural figures who overcame adversity through courage, ingenuity, and faith. The book is divided into two parts: the first focuses on remarkable individuals from ancient Israel and surrounding...

Finding Idyllium: Earth's Stolen Future by N. Joseph Glass is a compelling science fiction adventure that explores the moral complexity of saving humanity. The story follows Marc, a man torn between his mission to save Earth's dying population and the preservation of Idyllium, a peaceful...

Being Kind is Cool is a children’s picture book by Rebecca Almeida. It’s the first day of school at the Shapes Academy, and all the shapes are eager to learn. But the Blue Circles don’t seem to be on the same page as everyone else....