When I pick up a novel, the first thing I look for is how well the author develops motivation in the protagonist. The central question is: what drives the protagonist and how does the author allow it to move the plot forward? In The Book...

The Butterfly Recluse by Therese Heckenkamp is a touching story that starts out slow and serene but takes us step by step on Lila’s journey of discovery. Lila lives in a world of her own since losing her entire family in a car accident. She...

Isabella Berdyna Zysk presents another tantalizing medieval novella, The Dowager’s Daughter. Lady Leona’s first marriage was arranged, and she produced three sons as heirs to the Arnabys' Abbey. Her second marriage was to a lawyer and their love brought about Kimberly. Beloved by her titled stepfamily,...

The Hoax is an intriguing work of dramatic and mysterious fiction on Christian themes, and was penned by author James John Suminski with the subtitle: ‘A Child Raised from the Dead! Deception or Miracle?’ Our tale centers around the plucky exploits of young reporter Drew...

The Visionary is a work of fiction with mild paranormal and religious Christian themes and was penned by author Pamela S. Thibodeaux. Combining a romantic storyline with the concept of mutual healing and recovering from trauma through the power of God’s love, this tale begins...

The Voice of My Mind is a collection of avantgarde poetry compiled over several years by author T. A. Fish. Encompassing more than seventy poems in total, this immersive collection deals with varied themes such as enlightenment and spiritual lessons, love, heartache and loss, and...

The Seed: Into the Darkness is a Christian fantasy story by R. L. Barker. It shows the events of biblical history, especially the time of Christ, from Satan’s point of view as he tries to prevent Jesus Christ (the Seed) from defeating him. After Satan...

The Protectorate Wars: Born Hero by SA Shaffer is the first book in the Steampunk Adventure series. David's past is one of tragedy but he hasn't let his losses make him give up. When he was a teenager, an airship accident left him with a...

The Light Unbound is the fourth book in The Seven Words series by C. S. Wachter, a science fiction series with powerful spiritual underpinnings and a tale that is filled with inspiration. Rayne is trapped by the evil Sigmund and he feels nothing but betrayal....

They Called Him Yeshua: The Story of the Young Jesus: How Jesus’ Unrecorded Years Shaped His Ministry by Dr. Donald Brake and Shelly Beach is a novel with powerful biblical themes, inspiring and hugely entertaining. In this story, the authors recreate the world of Jesus...