When sixteen-year-old Joan Andersen realized she was pregnant, she could not face her parents or her handsome boyfriend, Jack Smithfield, her high school’s mean football team captain in East Elm, their hometown. She turned to a friend for help, who connected her to a quack...

Cypress Grace by Jeff Bartrom is a contemporary romance about love, redemption, and healing. The story follows Alex, a war veteran haunted by memories of his time in Iraq. He struggles to find peace after returning home. Plagued by guilt and trauma, he seeks refuge...

In Correct But Wish To Explain by Grant Hall, Ethan’s father was an abusive man who beat not only his children but also his wife. This affects Ethan and his brother greatly, as they couldn’t protect their mother. Things become worse when their parents divorce,...

In the Shadow of Silence by Rae Dumont examines the complexities of family relationships, mental health, and the lasting effects of loss. The story focuses on Eva, a psychiatrist, mother, and widow, as she deals with the aftermath of her husband Lyman's suicide. Through her...

The Story of You by Daniel Maunz centers around Will Banfield and his son, Quince. Father and son learn early the struggles of navigating life's difficulties. Will, who is a reserved and emotionally distant lawyer, experiences a change with the birth of his son, Quince....

The Contessa’s Triumph by Nora D'Ecclesis is a joyous celebration of multi-generational family traditions and values, sure to gladden the heart of any reader seeking the comfort of positive family relationships. As Sophia and Jaques prepare for a picture-perfect wedding, their interactions with family members...

Prayers on the Shower Door by Phyllis McNaughton follows Therese, a woman determined to recover her lost childhood memories. On the surface, she has built a beautiful life for herself. She has a secure marriage to Paul, a great job as a social worker, and...

Small Worlds by Gail Vida Hamburg is a collection of microfiction that captures the vastness of human experience within brief, tightly woven narratives. Each story offers glimpses into lives marked by longing, humor, and the quiet complexities of existence. The collection covers a diverse range...

White Jasmines by Hasti Saadi can only be described as an intimate dialogue with God. The book follows a woman in midlife, experiencing emptiness and a lack of love. She sets out on a spiritual odyssey to uncover the meaning of love, discover her purpose,...

Gary Hale, Darnell King, Peter “Newbs” Newburg, and Brenna Stanton forge an unlikely foursome. Gary is a wanderer, never fully present. Darnell is almost a stereotypical jock, but he has more depth. Newbs is a Rainman-type super-nerd, and Brenna, the token female, hides a secret...