In Give A Shift, Carolyn J. Phinney outlines a self-coaching method for personal transformation through internal awareness and intentional action. She introduces the concept of the “Guardian Mind,” a subconscious mechanism that resists change by prioritizing safety, often resulting in fear, procrastination, and self-sabotage. Phinney...

Are faeries make-believe? Invisible to the human eye, faeries lived in the faery realm, though, very rarely, one or two lived in the human realm because of special circumstances. Faeries with potential were enrolled in a faery training program at the Faery Academy of QuillSnap....

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...

Latham's Landing by Tara Fox Hall is a trilogy of stories, all set in Latham’s Landing, a Cairn Isle well-known for its hauntings – and mysterious disappearances. All That Remains tells the story of Sandra. She has visited the isle with Tina, her best friend,...

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,...

Revenge is Sweet (A Samantha Church Mystery) by Betta Ferrendelli is, as the title suggests, a gripping mystery. Samantha Church and her publisher Wilson Cole Jr. are kidnapped by drug dealers seeking revenge because Samantha had ruined their smuggling operations. They are taken to an...

Dare To Tell by Tara Fox Hall Is a horror and murder mystery novel. Someone is killing people in Evergreen, and this is not the first time. Jean Bane is new in town and can see the ghosts of Evergreen Hall, which has an enchanting...

Betta Ferrendelli’s Point of Origin is the seventh book in the Samantha Church Mystery Series. Investigative journalist Samantha Church is investigating a series of devastating fires plotted by a serial arsonist. The case hits close to home when one of the fires kills Carol Brown,...

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...

Songweaver Lost by David E. Gaston drew me into the story from the first page. Twelve-year-old Jessica Blackwater has more to deal with than the typical middle schooler. One morning, while struggling with her anger, she decides to skip the bus and walk to school....

Wounded Wings by Jeanne Donovan and Ronald I. Johnson is one of the most moving stories I have ever read. It is about the life of Gilbert Lee Johnson, as written by his siblings, based on his diaries, prolific notes, and writings. The authors have...

Love Lost Adventure: The Lie by Roseann Gargiulo is a sweeping, suspenseful audiobook that blends romance, danger, and historical mystery into one captivating tale. Narrated by the talented Claire Glover, we’re with Theodora ‘Teddy’ Hayes as she braves a snowstorm to reclaim a love she...

It was the beginning of the nineteenth century and ruthless pirates ruled the seas surrounding China and South East Asia. Just as Europeans were trying to exert their naval and cultural power on the Chinese and others in the region, one group was determined to...

Glue by D.W. Plato is a sizzling romance with very memorable characters and a powerful plot. Dacia’s marriage hasn’t been a happy one and she has suffered a lot of emotional abuse from her husband. When she decides to leave him, she believes she is...

Goodbye Woodstock: The Last Reunion by M.H. Sullivan revolves around the Love & Peace Commune in the Oregon forest, where preparations for their annual Woodstock Reunion are underway. Those connected to the commune and the event are all going through personal difficulties. Ceil and Sky...

Zip Zilch is the first book in Paul Maitland's Nobody's A Nothin' series. Corey Zilch is about to start seventh grade at Hanway High Middle School. With two parents who don't care much for his interest in cross-country running, bullies like Noford Hammond and Booger...

Near the Danube Bridge by Catherine Allen-Walters and Elisabeth Hartig Lentulo is a true story that spans multiple generations, capturing the history of families living in the Balkans during the 20th century. It follows Kalman Hartig, a gifted musician and survivor of a labor camp,...

Once in a Blue Moon is a young adult fantasy novel by Tara Fox Hall. Best friends Suzanne and Molly's much anticipated Valentine's Day dance at school turns into a nightmare when they run into the mysterious Shadow Man, who has somehow turned all the...

A Tuscan Interlude: Book 2 Alternate Realm Trilogy by Celeste Johnson sweeps readers into a sultry summer in Florence, where a blockbuster film production and a viral journalistic rivalry stir the passions of locals and visitors alike. Against the breathtaking backdrop of Tuscany’s hills and...

In Ellen C. Maze's The Judging, Mark was doing the work of God. Those who committed atrocities were brought to his attention and judged, and given a chance of redemption before he sent them to the afterlife. This was what he had told himself for...

A thrilling adventure wrought with passion and determination takes place in Tale of the Vanished Princess by Timothy Swiss. Zake, the eldest son of Sir Marticus, sets off in search of his betrothed Princess Alania along with his brothers. However many challenges await them. The...

When a powerful magical artifact is stolen, a family of witches scrambles to locate it before the thief wreaks havoc on the world in the exciting fantasy novel, The Dagger (The Madigan Chronicles Book 1) by Marieke Lexmond. The Madigan family has been hiding a...

Paper War: Symbiosis by Ryan LeKodak is a mesmerizing dystopian narrative that explores a world on the brink of collapse in 2043. The narrative unfolds with urgency, introducing themes of power, memory manipulation, and the psychological toll of survival in a dystopian landscape. The story...

The Book of Fate's Desire: The Books of Fate is a work of fiction in the fantasy, action, and adventure subgenres. It is best suited to the general adult reading audience and contains some moderate violence, language, and sexual references. Penned by author Ryan S....

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...

Lash 4 (Revenge) by Tara Fox Hall is the fourth installment in the Lash series, but it can be read as a standalone novel without the previous three. This dark fantasy plot follows protagonist Lash, a creature described as a weresnake, who has a collection...

The Children of Darkness by David Litwack is a compelling tale set in a future where religion has taken over people's lives. Three friends, Orah, Nathaniel and Thomas, find their bond tested as they uncover the complex secrets of a religion hell-bent on imparting their...

The Gift of Red Hare and Other Epic Tales by Billy Ironcrane is a historical fiction collection that weaves together tales set in pivotal moments of history. Through a mix of adventure and reflection, these stories explore timeless themes of compassion, chaos, and the human...

Touched by Darkness is a work of fiction in the horror, suspense, and paranormal drama subgenres and was penned by author Barb Shadow. Written for the adult reading audience, the work contains scenes of graphic violence and forms the fourth book in the From the...

"Shadow Man" is the second volume in Tara Fox Hall's 'Lash Series'. Lash is a were-snake and an assassin, who serves his friend and employer, Abraham, who is the Vampire Lord in charge of New Orleans during the time of the Great Depression. When we...

Ed Gideon does not know what to make of the flurry of emotions running through him. Two years ago, the love of his life and the mother of his beautiful daughters were taken from him in a reckless accident and now he stands before the...

Sentience Hazard is a work of fiction in the science fiction, techno-thriller, and interpersonal drama subgenres. It is best suited to the general adult reading audience as it contains some mild violence and sexual references. Penned by author Alexandru Czimbor, the story is set in...

If you're a single mom facing unexpected financial hurdles in your life, author Sefi Wells' Brave Money is just the book for you. This transformative book will guide you on your path to healing, empowerment, and financial freedom. In this book, Wells explores the fear...

Dolly by B. B. Calais is a poignant story that follows Dolores, a high school student who tends to keep to herself and lives in silence. The narrative explores her tumultuous inner world and her struggle to find stability amidst trauma, societal expectations, and personal...

In Bangtail Instinct by Bruce Leaf, Tom Sparks is like a spring compressed and held tight; at some point, something will have to give. He’d been in line to inherit the family ranch since birth, a small spread that simply didn’t produce enough in modern...

The Many Tales of Ollie Webs: The Cellar Secret by S.E. Palmer is an imaginative story that captures the spirit of adventure and the charm of unlikely friendships. The book introduces readers to Ollie Webs, a curious and brave duckling, and his older brother Koby,...

Momentary Leadership: How Leaders and Followers Realize the Power of Leadership Moments by Jeffrey L. McClellan, Ph.D., is a practical guide that rethinks what it means to lead and follow. Instead of focusing on grand theories or distant ideals, the book invites readers to see...

Young readers embark on a whimsical journey with a curious little fox who dreams of the impossible in The Little Fox Who Reached the Stars: Sammy and Comet by Peaches Murphy. This enchanting picture book introduces a world where desires can take flight with simple...

Whether you're a parent or a teacher, it's your responsibility to teach basic financial literacy to teenagers so they can pursue a life of success and fulfillment without financial constraints. In a world mired in financial turmoil, Savage Teen Money Skills is the teenager's guide...

Privilege by Megan Wobus is a riveting YA dystopian romance set in the year 2034. It centers around a reformed civilization known as the Peaceful Society. In this female-led society, women have complete autonomy, firearms are prohibited, and aggressive behavior is fully repressed. Amity Bloome,...