Smooth Hard by L. I. ter Meulen is a lyrical, emotionally charged novel that examines the entanglements of desire, identity, and legacy. We’re with Alec, once a seductive gigolo who carved his identity from rough beginnings into an irresistible enigma. As he lies dying of...

Splenditude by Eileen T. Lynch follows Deirdre Collins, a young woman living in Chicago who is trying to move forward while grappling with her past. Deirdre finds herself torn between her desire for creative fulfillment and her need for stability. Her relationship with Hugh, a...

Scarlet Yearnings: Stories of Love and Desire by Scarlet Ibis James is a collection of twelve short stories about love, longing, and human connection. It touches on family, romance, and self-love. It also shows the difficulties of unfulfilled desires, like when Trisha met her distant...

In Sangria Stained Pants by Sean Ashleigh Russell, Violet makes a huge change in her life by following her husband to Spain. At first, things are okay, but with time, Alex turns out to be abusive. With careful planning, Violet plans to leave Alex and...

Some of the most mind-blowing events often happen in obscure corners of the world but are witnessed by few. Alderburgh, a small city in Ohio, is the stage chosen by author Bloodstone for intense and eccentric action. What transpired when Drusilla, a nun beloved by...

In Search for the Sacred Seeds by Tom Jernigan, Gloria has been different since she was a child. She always preferred things considered to be for men, and, instead of getting married, she went to university to study mechanical engineering. When she returns to her...

Spin Cycle: Notes from a Reluctant Caregiver by Alfredo Botello is a poignant exploration of the complexities, challenges, and moments of joy faced by caregivers of elderly parents. Through the lens of Ezra Pavic, the novel examines the emotional roller coaster of caregiving, portraying genuine...

Stranger to the Sea by Laurel Mojica is a compelling science fiction novel that explores the complex themes of identity, belonging, and defiance against authoritarian rule. Ki'ani, the heir to the Pātru of Vāni, is bound by her father's strict decree that everyone on the...

Suspension of Disbelief by Ralph and Lynda Homan is the final book in the Twin Lakes Series. The story follows theoretical physicist Barney Keller, who has discovered a way to eliminate war and create a peaceful, prosperous future for Earth. However, special interest groups, fearing...

Slade by Robb Grindstaff is a unique attempt, using an unusual style and format, to pinpoint and highlight both the light and dark sides of the human psyche. Written as a series of interviews, the story focuses on the incredible survival and life story of...